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Asia’s music festival scene is booming. Why is Singapore missing the beat?

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Music festivals have the potential to draw hundreds of thousands of attendees to a host country.

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SINGAPORE – Around the world, music festivals have emerged as powerful catalysts for post-pandemic tourism recovery. 

These events not only attract large crowds, but also create lasting impact on local economies by boosting spending on accommodation, food and beverage, as well as other services.

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