For years, Thugshop has played a crucial role in shaping Singapore’s underground electronic music landscape.
While the promoter is widely known for bringing internationally acclaimed artists to the city, its latest event takes a different approach. Instead of looking abroad, Thugshop is turning its focus inward, dedicating an entire night to the talent that continues to drive Singapore’s club culture from within.
On Saturday, June 13, the collective returns to MDLR with an all-local lineup, showcasing a carefully selected roster of DJs who represent different corners of the city’s thriving underground scene.
Running from 22:30 until 03:00, the event highlights both established names and emerging talents, creating a lineup that reflects the diversity and strength of Singapore’s electronic music community.
Leading the charge are Thugshop residents Dez, Joshua Dillon and VAIBS, three artists who have become synonymous with the promoter’s distinctive approach to dancefloor culture.
Each brings a unique perspective.
Dez has steadily established himself as one of the city’s most respected selectors, known for energetic sets that move seamlessly across genres while maintaining a clear focus on dancefloor momentum. His ability to blend house, techno and underground club sounds has made him a fixture at many of Singapore’s most important electronic music events.
Alongside him, Joshua Dillon continues to build a reputation for sophisticated and carefully crafted musical journeys. Equally comfortable exploring house, techno and deeper club textures, his performances reflect a thoughtful approach to selection and storytelling.
Meanwhile, VAIBS contributes another layer to the night’s musical identity, bringing a style that balances groove, energy and unpredictability. As a resident closely connected to the Thugshop family, his presence further reinforces the community-driven nature of the event.
Joining the residents are several familiar faces who have become important contributors to Singapore’s growing underground movement.
Meliah, Nino Blink and Vinnie Stew each arrive with their own distinct approach to electronic music, helping ensure the night remains dynamic from start to finish.
Rather than centering the event around a single headline act, the lineup has been designed as a collective statement about the quality and depth of local talent currently active in the city.
That philosophy feels particularly relevant today.
Across global club culture, there is increasing recognition that healthy scenes are built not only through international bookings but through sustained support for local artists and communities. While major headliners may attract attention, it is often local DJs, promoters and collectives who create the foundations that allow scenes to flourish in the long term.
This event serves as a reminder of exactly that.
Singapore’s electronic music community has grown significantly over the past decade, developing its own identity while remaining connected to wider international movements. Nights like this offer an opportunity to celebrate that evolution and showcase the artists helping shape the city’s future.
The event also extends beyond MDLR itself.
Thugshop has partnered with 5210PM, creating a weekend-long experience for dedicated dancers. Ticket holders for the MDLR event will receive a 50% discount for Sunday Mess at The Pantry, while attendees arriving at MDLR with their Sunday wristbands intact will receive free entry.
The collaboration reflects the interconnected nature of Singapore’s underground scene, where venues, promoters and communities frequently work together to strengthen the broader ecosystem rather than compete against one another.
As always, Thugshop continues to emphasize the values that have become central to its events. A strict no-discrimination policy remains in place, alongside guidelines designed to ensure a safe and respectful environment for everyone attending.
At its core, however, the night is about the music.
No imported headliners.
No international hype.
Just a room full of people dancing to artists who have helped build the scene from the ground up.
On June 13, MDLR becomes a celebration of local talent, community spirit and the underground culture that continues to thrive in Singapore.
And sometimes, the strongest statement a promoter can make is simply to trust the artists already at home. 🔊🖤🇸🇬
