revelry: Podcast

DJ Sakura built her career from nothing — recruited underage into a model DJ agency, working six months without a single cent of pay while the club vanished with everyone's money. Then COVID hit. The clubs closed. And she made a decision that most people in Singapore would never dare to make. In this episode we sit down with Sakura Soh — Singaporean DJ, OnlyFans creator, and one of the first Southeast Asian artists to debut in the Japanese AV industry — to talk about everything the headlines missed. The unglamorous origin story. The financial reality behind adult content. The business strategy nobody explains. And why she tells younger girls who want to follow her path: finish your studies first. Don't be like me.

Christian Smith is a techno legend with 27 years behind the decks, 530+ releases on his own label, and a career that's taken him from investment banking dropout to playing clubs across every continent. He's seen nightlife at its best — and he's watching it fall apart in real time. In this episode, he gets brutally honest about what's actually killing nightlife — and it's not just the bad DJs.

Is hard work actually making you poorer? We break down why the rules of success have completely changed — and why the hardest workers are rarely the richest. From the Power Law vs Bell Curve career theory to OnlyFans vs engineers, F1 drivers vs taxi uncles, and AI replacing entire industries — this episode challenges everything you were taught about effort and success.

Noah Kuntner & Kenson Kuan are experienced IT Managers that worked for a Singaporean AI start up. Noah then moved on to create his own app "Sledge" which aims to gamify the organization of real-world events empowering individuals to host what they’re good at — from tennis to art jams — with built-in trust, logistics, and payments.

Ben Woah is a social media content creator known for his comedic rant-style videos. In this episode we uncover the real man behind the meme.

Shi En Wong (Shay) is the founder of Beam, a multi-disciplinary movement studio that integrates music with the goal to create an immersive experience for both music lovers and practitioners alike. It’s more an ‘experience’ than a ‘class’, but the practice itself is rooted strongly in Vinyasa.

In this episode, we delve into the phenomenon of low desire society with a focus on Hikikomori in Japan and 'lying flat' in China and how it impacts the lives of asians including us here in Singapore.

Japan looks like a dream on the surface, but after 8 days, we realized why we could never live there. From the "politeness trap" to the mountain of physical paperwork that puts Singpass to shame, we’re breaking down the "hidden stress" that Singapore should absolutely avoid copying.

Olivier Burlot is the CEO of Heart Media Group, a leading media company in Singapore and the region, known for its portfolio of influential luxury and lifestyle brands such as ELLE, L’Officiel, Men’s Folio, Grazia, Esquire, and World of Watches.

Danny Loong is the President of the Singapore Nightlife Business Association (SNBA) and the co-founder of Timbre Group, one of Singapore’s most iconic live-music and F&B collectives. Starting his career as a full-time musician, Danny later became an entrepreneur behind multiple entertainment and dining concepts. He also co-founded Respect SG, a youth mentorship initiative promoting pride in hospitality and service leadership.

In this episode, we dive deep into the messy, fascinating world of digital piracy — why it never truly dies, why it’s exploding again, and how streaming platforms accidentally revived it. From banned Pokémon episodes to game piracy, region locks, overpriced platforms, P2P networks, and The Pirate Bay’s impossible-to-kill ecosystem, we explore whether piracy is ever justifiable… and what it reveals about the internet today.

We kick things off with a chaotic Secret Santa then each person has to answer a random question after receiving their gift — “high & low” style. What starts as banter (Uniqlo gifts, Victorinox knives, giant champagne glasses, “don’t be a DJ” type comments) slowly turns into real talk about what our childhood shaped in us. Some of us grew up in single-parent homes. Some of us grew up in homes that didn’t feel safe. And we realised… birds of the same feather really do flock together. So instead of a “happy Christmas episode”, we went there: trauma, hypervigilance, PTSD at home, people-pleasing, rushing as a default mode, struggling with trust, and how all of that shows up in adulthood — relationships, friendships, work, even food. If festive seasons have ever made you feel weirdly empty, out of place, or like you don’t know how to celebrate “normally”… this one’s for you.

Jamie Lim is a Singapore-based entrepreneur and seasoned F&B operator, best known for founding brands such as Sticky Singapore (custom-candy studio, 2008), Joo Bar (bar & cocktails) and 8 Korean BBQ. With over a decade of experience navigating Singapore’s high-cost business landscape, Jamie has become one of the rare success stories in the local F&B scene—building sustainable operations in an economy where many are finding it increasingly difficult to survive. Outside the kitchen, he’s also an advocate for digital payments and bitcoin adoption in retail, having implemented pioneering POS solutions across his venues.

Based on the sensational British Vouge article “Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?” Writer Chanté Joseph explores how relationships, especially straight women publicly posting boyfriends, have shifted from a status symbol to something socially awkward. We knew right away we had to gather the fam to dig deep about this topic as well as share some personal experience of our dating life.

Oliver Mumenthaler is the co-founder of Art Beyond, a DJ booking agency that specializes in authentic, underground & legendary bookings such as Nick Warren, Danny Tenaglia, Roger Sanchez to name a few. Previously serving in leadership roles at organizations such as Robert Parker Global and Michelin Guide Asia, he cuts no corners when it comes to audience experience even at the expense of ROI, always choosing to look at things in the long term.

Dave Tan is a Singaporean creative polymath whose journey has spanned rock-band frontman (Electrico), nightlife DJ veteran (Hookstyle), filmmaker and voice-over artist.

Germaine Woon is the founder of The Foundry Asia, a communications and marketing agency for F&B and hospitality across nine cities in Asia. The agency’s client roster includes high-profile restaurants and bars (in Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Macau, Kuala Lumpur) and personalities.

Brad Robinson is an entrepreneur and leader with a diverse background spanning private security, founding Ritual Gym and now a negotiation consultant, where he leverages his extensive business experience to help organizations navigate high-stakes deals.

Nicolas (Nico) Deppenweiler is Co-Founder & CEO at tessera a ticketing solutions app that aims to provide speed, insights as well as efficiency like never before seen as compared to traditional ticketing platforms. This brings the power back into the event organizers & artists’ hands so they can better serve their fans & supporters.

Rennie Gomes is a Singapore-based sound designer, film mixer, and audio supervisor with extensive experience across features, television, and commercial media. He is also the Managing Director of Yellow Box Studios, Singapore’s leading sound post-production house, which operates a Dolby-certified mixing facility for cinema. Over the years, Rennie has contributed to the soundtracks and audio post of internationally distributed productions including Marco Polo (Netflix), Crazy Rich Asians, and Dead Mine.

In this episode, we delve into the hidden costs of creative success, exploring why the very recognition that artists seek can sometimes lead to their downfall. From historical figures like Michelangelo and Elvis Presley to modern creators on social media, we discuss the intense pressures of maintaining artistic perfection and relevance. Join us as we examine how the game of creativity has changed with the advent of AI and social media, the balance between commercial and self-fulfillment, and the struggle to maintain one's identity amid the pursuit of fame. Featuring insights from DJs and musicians, we also touch upon the importance of diversifying skills and the impact of societal expectations on an artist's mental health and career longevity.

Johnathan Chua is the CEO and Co-Founder of GRVTY Media, a leading digital media group in Southeast Asia. It is the parent company of well known brands such as The Daily Ketchup, MOSG (Millennials Of Singapore), Vulcan Post, Real Talk, and The Playbook. The company also manages Discover SG and Discover KL

In this episode, we dive into a fascinating Reddit post that asks: "Does anyone feel like they're an NPC in Singapore?" Join us as we explore what it means to feel like a background character in your own life, especially in the context of Singapore's fast-paced society. We shares insights on workplace dynamics, personal identity, and the subtle ways people can feel overlooked or stuck in routines. Whether you're from Singapore or just curious about the NPC phenomenon, this episode offers thoughtful discussion, relatable stories, and practical advice.

In this episode, we dispel common misconceptions, and discuss the technical skills required for DJing. LENERD, Bahdshah & ARLQIN with almost 3 decades of combined experience, dive into the history of DJing, different types of DJs, and the various skills involved such as beat matching, EQing, and track curation. They discuss the important distinction between mixing and remixing, and the role of DJs in the nightlife industry. They also touch on the shifts in nightlife culture, the evolving role of DJs with the rise of technology, and the business aspects of being a DJ in today's world.

In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of boredom in our highly digitized world. Inspired by a Johnny Harris documentary, we discuss how technology has paradoxically increased our boredom levels. We explore personal experiences and coping mechanisms, such as learning new skills, practicing mindfulness, engaging in social activities, and even the role of side hustles. The conversation touches on societal influences, the importance of self-reflection, and the transformative power of boredom in fostering creativity and self-improvement. We also cover specific anecdotes and examples related to tech, cultural behaviors, and practical advice on how to turn boredom into a productive force.

Bernhard Schwarz is the Co-Founder of Fabrik Asia, a creative agency specialising in brand activations and experiential events. He used to own/run Sunshine Nation & Garden Beats which are 2 other Singapore based festival behemoths.

Violet Lim is the CEO & Chief Cupid at Lunch Actually Paktor Group. She is a pioneering matchmaker, award‑winning entrepreneur, best‑selling author, and advocate for meaningful relationships across Asia.

We all know the usual reasons — too much coffee, too much screen time, too much stress. so today we’re diving beneath the surface of insomnia. Beyond the sleep hacks and blue light filters — into the emotional burden and the existential crisis that hits when the world goes silent.

Today we’re diving into main character syndrome—a term that’s blowing up on TikTok and resonating hard with Gen-Z. We’ll break down why so many of us are romanticising our lives, what it says about this generation’s identity, and whether it’s empowering—or just a glorified form of narcissism. Are we all just chasing validation, or are we finally owning our narrative?

GrooveTop (run by of Sophie Wee & Amanda Scully) is a multi-genre pop-up party series that collaborates with unique venues to throw parties that celebrate funky and soulful sounds in a friendly setting.

This podcast episode delves into the topic of loneliness from the perspectives of introverts and extroverts. The discussion explores societal perceptions of loneliness, its mental health implications, and how different personalities experience and cope with it.

Adam Piperdy is the founder and Chief Experience Officer of Unearthed Productions, a full-service event management company in Singapore.

James Mclauchlan is Facilitator, Speaker & Co-Founder of Jambar, a corporate team building company. He is also a Master Practitioner of Neuro–Linguistic Programming with the Worldwide Institute of NLP, facilitating emotional intelligence courses (EQ) through tools such as Belbin and DISC.

Shafiq Affandi is a film maker turned real estate agent, Senior Marketing Director for the Sofian Roslan Division at ERA realty network as well as the managing director at AIDU Weddings (Photo/Videography Service)

Ronald (RaveDAO) & Marco (PLVR) are music lovers, serial entrepreneurs, builders, crypto early adopters and tech industry practitioners-turned die-hard ravers. RaveDAO first launched as a 200-person afterparty during a crypto conference in April 2024 and has since grown to host events with an average of 3,000 attendees. PLVR is their ticketing platform that promises no hidden fees & transparent data analytics to help both concert hosts & artists curate the best possible fan experience! Together, these platforms contributes to philanthropic causes detailed on their website.

Ezra Hazard is a DJ/Music Producer that has headlined iconic venues such as Marquee Singapore, Zouk Singapore, ONYX Bangkok, just to name a few. With releases on major labels like Rave Culture (W&W) and Revealed Recordings (Hardwell), he has built a strong presence across Southeast Asia.

VIP Producers is firstly a telegram group chat turned community founded by SAYVERE. Working hand in hand with Eko & Inflake, they provide a one stop shop for music producers which includes, song feedback, sample + preset downloads & more

Damian Steven is a Senior Music Supervisor at Big Sync Music as well as a recording artist, DJ/Producer and band member of "7 Nights At Sea"

Perk Pietrek is a DMC DJ Championship finalist, record label owner (Super Snacks) & have worked with various artists such as Cesqeaux, Rocky Rivera, Nuclyea, etc & have his music supported by Skrillex. He currently is focused on his day job with hopes to one day jump start his collaborative project "Good Luck Chuck".

This episode we interview revelry's head honcho, LENERD. LENERD is a DJ, Turntablist, Music Producer, Content Creator & Entrepreneur who's usually the host of this podcast. But in this episode, we flipped the script on him. Enjoy :)

Our dear friend Daniel Ang has just quit his day job a second time now to go all in his events business venture, "Last One Standing". How is he doing things differently now? Is he coping well? Find out in this special mukbang episode with Daniel & the revelry HQ squad.

Bhas Karen is an ex army Sergeant Major, Entrepreneur, Emcee/Host, LesMills National Presenter, Group Fitness Instructor, Actor & Comedian

Gareth Fernandez is a an accomplished Singer based in our tiny island home of Singapore.

In this episode, we dive into the theme of the quarter-life crisis, starting with a discussion on childhood dreams versus current careers. Next we share personal stories of navigating career paths, the challenges of switching fields, and the importance of financial planning. The conversation also touches on the balance between productivity and personal well-being, the importance of side hustles, and the evolving workplace dynamics. The episode concludes with advice for our younger selves and reflections on societal pressures related to marriage and having children.

Ice Cream Sundays, first started out as a small gathering for busy friends on Sundays has since evolved into a festival sized phenomenon separately branded as Sunda Festival happening 17-19 APR: https://www.sundafestival.com/

The Cold Cut Duo consisting of Wilson & Gwendolyn is a Mando-pop duo with Hiphop/R&B influences.

Leonard Teo primarily works behind the scenes supporting Singapore's top creators like Jaze Phua and Simonboy just to name a few. Other than video production & teaching brands how to be better creators, Leonard has also embarked on a journey of self discovery and has rapidly grown his personal brand presence within the social media space in less than a year.

DJ Raw is the owner at Pandemic Pte Ltd which provides, DJ Equipment, lighting & speakers rental and it also doubles as a DJ School and Jamming Studio. DJ Raw also does his own headphones repairs & customisation work. His is most known for his Kpop themed nights here in Singapore known as "Seoul Searching"

Joshua Pillai aka Joshua P aka Raaj is a veteran DJ & co-owner of entertainment/ lifestyle group "A Phat Cat Collective". Venues operated by "A Phat Cat Collective" includes NINETEEN80 & Behind The Green Doors Singapore.

Charles Enero is an accomplished battle rapper & recording artist based in Singapore.