Common Ground 2026

Early Bird: $15 (Until 5 February 2026)

Standard: $20

Ticket Pricing excludes Booking Fee. Booking Fee is as follows:

$1 booking fee per ticket for tickets priced up to $20

15 February 2026: 5.30 pm to 10 pm

NUS Amplified presents: Common Ground 2026

Featuring 6 Amplified Bands and 3 local external bands, Common Ground celebrates the heart of the local underground music scene in Singapore. Alongside timeless local favourites 10pm Noise Complaint, AARCADE and Faraday, our very own Amplified bands will take the stage to debut their original music, set to be featured on an upcoming EP on streaming services.

Join us for a night of live music and unapologetic self expression, and watch new talent and the local scene come together on one stage.

Terms of Ticket Sales

1. Once sold, tickets are strictly non-refundable or exchangeable unless the Singapore government mandates the closure of events in Singapore. All information given is correct at the time of publishing, but is subject to change without prior notice. The Promoter reserves all rights to amend any terms and conditions without prior notice, and, in the event of any dispute, the Promoter’s decision is final.

Advisory

1. Some songs may contain explicit lyrics.
2. Due to the nature of live music, high sound levels are to be expected. Bringing your own hearing protection is strongly encouraged. Earplugs will be provided upon request.

Conditions of Entry

1. No entry for infants in arm and children below 6 years old.
2. Children 6 years old and above must have a valid ticket for entry.
3. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Photography / Video Recording Rules

1. Only photography and video recording without flash is allowed for this event.

Others

1. Tickets are non-refundable.
2. No food and drinks are allowed in the venue.

NUS Amplified

Known for our members’ exceptional abilities to give riveting performances onstage, NUS Amplified’s musicians perform a wide array of genres that include but aren’t limited to: Top 40s, J-Pop, Funk, Indie, and even Metal. Our musicians are dedicated to the art of creating and playing diverse music that gets people moving, providing a memorable and vibrant live music experience for all.

NUS Amplified aims to be a reliable platform for NUS students to showcase and enhance their musicianship onstage with fellow musicians. We provide live performance opportunities for students to express themselves and enrich their university experience.

10pm Noise Complaint

10pm Noise Complaint is the worst band in your HDB. Named for the numerous complaints they get while practicing in their guitarist's flat, they released their first EP, "probs shouldn't have said that", in Dec 2024. Drawing inspiration from a mix of emo, pop punk and j-rock, 10pm Noise Complaint is ready to make you and your neighbours call the police.

Faraday

Faraday is a Singapore-based post-hardcore band formed in 2014, known for their emotionally driven sound and heavy, atmospheric edge. Their music blends melodic, ambient sections with aggressive riffs, dynamic drums and raw vocals, creating songs that move between quiet tension and explosive release.

Lyrically, Faraday leans into dark, introspective themes – grief, isolation, hope and the human condition – delivered through soaring hooks and crushing breakdowns. Always evolving, the band isn’t afraid to experiment with texture and mood while staying rooted in the intensity and honesty that define post-hardcore.

With a strong live presence and a growing regional following, Faraday continues to carve out their space in the alternative scene, pushing their sound forward while keeping it real, heavy and emotionally charged.

AARCADE

AARCADE began with the idea of taking Pop songs and giving them a high-energy Rock and Metal twist. Since their inception in 2020, they have amassed over 2.6 million views and 15,900 subscribers on their YouTube channel.

Besides their online presence from YouTube covers, AARCADE is also known for their energetic live performances, bringing their unique brand of music to the stage as an opening act for MAYDAY! SINGAPORE 2024, and also playing in large scale venues such as the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre and Scape Youth Park.

Outside of covers, AARCADE began writing their own original songs in parallel. Pulling influences from the diverse discography of Pop and Rock music, the band aims to bridge the divide between these two genres and make addictive music which is fun to listen to.