All the Performers to Catch at the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2025
Speed meets sound
From G-Dragon to Elton John, these are the confirmed musical performers that will be making appearances at the F1 Singapore GP 2025.
We’re just about two months out from the long-awaited Singapore GP of this F1 season. Set to take place between 3 and 5 October 2025, the race weekend is about more than just fast cars. It is a spectacle of culture, the arts, cuisine, and sportsmanship, garnering thousands of attendees over the course of its three days. Just last year, officials reported about 269,072 fans descended upon the Marina Bay Circuit for their taste of the F1 frenzy.
From Michelin-starred restaurants to world-class artists, there is so much more than the tracks for ticket holders to experience. In fact, fans look forward to the announcements of musical performers for each Singapore GP—and this 2025 race weekend is no different. With major names from across genres and regions, this year’s roster is one for the books. Keep reading to find out who they are and when they’ll be performing!
G-DRAGON
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The King of K-pop is so back and he’s making sure we know it with his Zone 4 Padang Stage appearance, set for Friday, 3 October 2025. G-Dragon needs no introduction, but in case you missed it, he’s been jetsetting around the world on his Übermensch World Tour. This F1 appearance will mark his highly anticipated return to the island-city after eight long years! Prepare to reminisce with some BIGBANG hits but also be charmed by some new bangers (we can’t wait for ‘POWER’ live too), courtesy of his latest studio album Übermensch.
CL
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Continuing the K-pop hot streak at the F1 Singapore GP 2025 is none other than CL! With her powerful vocals and a commanding stage presence, CL is the leader of the quartet responsible for anthems—such as ‘I Am The Best’—that stand the test of time. Aside from the 2NE1 hits, she is also known for her ultra-confident solo songs like ‘The Baddest Female’ and ‘Hello Bitches’ to name a few. CL will also grace the Zone 4 Padang Stage on Friday, making the night one to remember for all K-pop x F1 fans.
CLEAN BANDIT
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The English electronic trio known for hits such as ‘Rather Be (feat. Jess Glynne)’, Clean Bandit, will be performing at the Zone 1 Wharf Stage on Friday. This F1 Singapore GP 2025 appearance will mark the performers’ return to the nation after six years.
FOO FIGHTERS
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Iconic American rock band, Foo Fighters, will be graving the Zone 4 Padang Stage on 4 October 2025, bringing fans their signature anthems. From ‘Best of You’ to ‘Everlong’, fans will be able to witness the electrifying stage presence and raw musicality that catapulted the band into legendary status and over 15 Grammy awards.
ALAN WALKER
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Also performing on 4 October 2025, is world-renowned DJ and record producer, Alan Walker. His 2015 hit ‘Faded’ took the world by storm and he has not looked back since, performing at major venues and festivals across the globe. He also boasts big names on his list of collaborations, including Ava Max, Sia, Coldplay, and Peder Elias.
CROWDED HOUSE
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Rock fans, prepare to crowd the Zone 1 Wharf Stage as Crowded House will be taking the stage on Saturday, 4 October 2025. The crowd can expect the Australian and New Zealand bang to perform hits such as ‘Don’t Dream It’s Over’ and ‘Weather With You’.
ELTON JOHN
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Global music icon Elton John is also making his way to the Marina Bay Street Circuit with an appearance on the Zone 4 Padang Stage on the Sunday of race weekend. Just two years ago, the star bid goodbye to touring with his 330-date ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ tour. However, he will indeed be returning to the stage in Singapore to close out race weekend. While the setlist is unclear, fans can hope the EGOT winner will belt out hits including ‘Rocket Man’, ‘Your Song’, and ‘Cold Heart’.
LEWIS CAPALDI
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Scottish superstar Lewis Capaldi is also headed to the F1 Singapore Singapore GP as one of the headlining performers set to appear on the Zone 4 Padang Stage. The Grammy-nominated artist is known for his songs—including “Someone You Love”—and work with big names in the industry such as Joe Jonas and Kygo.
THE SMASHING PUMPKINS
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Fifteen years since their last performance in the Lion City, The Smashing Pumpkins will be returning as one of the performers for the F1 Singapore GP 2025! The alt-rock band’s appearance is scheduled for Sunday at the Zone 1 Wharf Stage. Fans can look forward to live renditions of their electrifying tunes from albums such as ‘Siamese Dream’ and ‘Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness’.
MELANIE C
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The Spice Girls’ very own Melanie C, AKA Sporty Spice, will also be in attendance at this year’s Singapore GP, ready to take on the decks as a DJ. Instead of belting out her iconic lines from ‘Wannabe’ and ‘Spice Up Your Life’, she’ll be delivering some beats that blend pop anthems, electronic bops, and classic hits.
MAISIE PETERS
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British singer-songwriter Maisie Peters is headed to the Marina Bay Street Circuit alongside her soulful soprano vocals! With her charming stage presence and powerful lyrics, she’ll be taking over the Zone 4 Downtown Stage on Friday. She’ll be performing her favourites from her last two albums, which fans have also seen her perform as the opener for the likes of Niall Horan and Ed Sheeran on tour!
BELLE SISOSKI
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BURO’s Artist of the Year 2024 Belle Sisoski is among the list of performers at the F1 Singapore GP 2025! She’ll be bringing her iconic sounds with her signature Southeast Asian twist, featuring instruments that many may not have heard of before. The proud Sarawakian artist has propelled herself to fame on social media, with over 1.2 million followers on both Instagram and TikTok, and on the world stage with her song ‘Stop Your Games’ from the 2023 Commonwealth Games.
PUTRI ARIANI
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Indonesian singer-songwriter Putri Ariani was also named on the F1 Singapore GP 2025 lineup, ready to take on the DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade on the first day of race weekend. She rose to fame during her tenure on the eighteenth season of “America’s Got Talent”, in which she was one of two legally blind contestants. In 2024, the singer released “Who I Am”, a song recorded in collaboration with Alan Walker and Peder Elias.
BABYMETAL
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Ready to rock the Zone 4 Downtown Stage, Babymetal of Tokyo is bringing their kawaii metal sounds to the Lion City! The three-piece, comprising Suzuka Nakamoto as “Su-metal”, Moa Kikuchi as “Moametal”, and Momoko Okazaki as “Momometal”, combines the high-energy persona of Japanese idol groups with the aggressive intensity of metal music.
OTHER ARTISTS & FULL SCHEDULE
The list of performers extends across genres and geographical origins, with each of the performers taking to one of the six stages over race weekend. Below, you’ll find the full schedule of performances and fan events, organised by date and venue.
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FRIDAY, 3 OCTOBER 2025
PADANG STAGE | ZONE 4
- CL | 7.45pm to 8.45pm
- G-Dragon | 10.15pm to 11.45pm
DOWNTOWN | ZONE 4
- DJ Admin | 4pm to 4.30pm, 5.30pm to 6.30pm & 9.15pm to 10pm
- Oakë | 4.45pm to 5.30pm
- Maisie Peters | 6.45pm to 7.30pm
DBS FOUNDATION OUTDOOR THEATRE AT ESPLANADE | ZONE 4
- Putri Ariani | 6.30pm to 7.15pm
WHARF STAGE | ZONE 1
- Fan Forum: F1 Drivers | 3.50pm to 4.25pm
- Fan Forum: Team Principals | 6.45pm to 7.10pm
- Clean Bandit | 7.40pm to 8.40pm
SUNSET STAGE | ZONE 1
- Indo Warehouse | 6.45pm to 7.30pm
- Hot Dub Time Machine | 7.45pm to 8.45pm & 10pm to 10.45pm
SAIL STAGE | ZONE 1
- Haley Reinhart | 4.25pm to 5.10pm, 7.10pm to 7.30pm
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SATURDAY, 4 OCTOBER 2025
PADANG STAGE | ZONE 4
- Alan Walker | 7.30pm to 8.45pm
- Foo Fighters | 10.20pm to 12.20am
DOWNTOWN | ZONE 4
- The Lathums | 4.30pm to 5.15pm
- DJ Questionmark | 5.20pm to 6.20pm
- Tom Grennan | 6.30pm to 7.15pm
- Babymetal | 8.50pm to 9.35pm
DBS FOUNDATION OUTDOOR THEATRE AT ESPLANADE | ZONE 4
- Indo Warehouse | 6.30pm to 7.15pm
- Belle Sisoski | 8.10pm to 8.55pm
WHARF STAGE | ZONE 1
- Fan Forum: F1 Drivers | 3.40pm to 4.10pm
- The Naked and Famous | 4.30pm to 5.15pm
- Crowded House | 7.30pm to 8.45pm
SUNSET STAGE | ZONE 1
- Hanna | 3.30pm to 4.30pm
- Le Twins | 6.45pm to 7.45pm
- Pete Tong | 8pm to 8.45pm
- Kim Turnbull | 10pm to 11pm
SAIL STAGE | ZONE 1
- Haley Reinhart | 6.45pm to 7.30pm
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SUNDAY, 5 OCTOBER 2025
PADANG STAGE | ZONE 4
- Lewis Capaldi | 6.15pm to 7.15pm
- Elton John | 10.20pm to 11.50pm
DOWNTOWN | ZONE 4
- Rum Jungle | 5.15pm to 6pm
- Hanna | 8.15pm to 9pm, 10pm to 10.25pm
DBS FOUNDATION OUTDOOR THEATRE AT ESPLANADE | ZONE 4
- The Island Voices | 5pm to 5.45pm
- Tokyo Groove Jyoshi | 6.45pm to 7.30pm
WHARF STAGE | ZONE 1
- The Wombats | 4.30pm to 5.15pm
- The Smashing Pumpkins | 6.15pm to 7.15pm
SUNSET STAGE | ZONE 1
- DJ Admin | 4.05pm to 4.30pm
- Melanic C (DJ Set) | 6pm to 7.15pm
SAIL STAGE | ZONE 1
- Haley Reinhart | 5.15pm to 6pm
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