Articles By: HYPE

HYPE is an entertainment and lifestyle magazine published by m:idea. Circulation: 4,000 copies bi-annual. Distribution: 30 F&B/Retail Outlets all over Singapore.
Leap of Faith

Leap of Faith

With so many bands in Singapore trying to make it big, it must be even tougher for soloist Vanessa Faith to hold her own. Lydia Pang finds out how she has charmed the hearts of many.

A Taste for the Bizarre

A Taste for the Bizarre

It’s a shocking snack, Chengdu’s favourite food, but Charmaine Lim acted on a dare to chomp on a rabbit’s head.

Charlie Lim: Strumming the Soul

Charlie Lim: Strumming the Soul

Just back from his first tour around Asia, soulful crooner Charlie Lim is branching out of his solo act to front a band of fellow musicians who love their work as much as he does. David Alex Lee and Marcus Low unravel the enigma of why they work so hard despite knowing that money doesn’t accompany the passion.

Non-spicy, Please?

Non-spicy, Please?

Mention ‘Sichuan food’ and cauldrons filled with fiery red spices immediately come to mind. Chelsea Chang uncovers three Sichuan dishes found in Singapore which are mild on the palate.

Trick’s A Treat

Trick’s A Treat

Up-and-coming Singaporean music duo Trick shows David Alex Lee where exactly they’re headed for.

A Rendezvous of Art, Love and Life

A Rendezvous of Art, Love and Life

The French film industry is an enigmatic one. Some find French films complicated, while others say that they are simple. Eunice Toh and Jolene Leong speak to French directors and actresses to put a name on the charm of French cinema.

Wind with the Willows

Wind with the Willows

One of the biggest Singaporean music sensations to look out for this year, The Sam Willows transforms storytelling into music. Join Marcus Low as they tell him how.

A Fairly Dark Tale

A Fairly Dark Tale

And they all lived happily ever after… not. It seems that our favourite fairytale characters aren’t living that happily after growing up. Grace Chan and Nicol Ong explore how the big screen has helped these once naïve characters develop their own brand of teenage angst.

Reaching for the Stars (With a Rabbit)

Reaching for the Stars (With a Rabbit)

Stars and Rabbit might be a strange name for a band, but Elizabeth Kamaldin discovers that their odd name hasn’t stopped them from being a regional band all indie lovers should keep an eye out for.

Art In A Café Cove

Art In A Café Cove

With a café culture and growing arts scene becoming more prominent in the day-to-day lives of busy Singaporeans, Elizabeth Kamaldin uncovers unique cafes that merge great food and arts.