Bess Chew has released her new single titled ‘Scarborough Sand’. An infused innocence and reminiscence filtered through feeling and fervor, Bess takes memories and turns them into transition with poetic justice and musical mentorship.
Bess’ voice is the shining star lying just over the music. Meaning every word and longing every intention, Bess is an artist in touch with the world she lives in and the poetic musician she is becoming.
About ‘Scarborough Sand’
Bess Chew artistically opens “Scarborough Sand” by painting a vivid picture of love and connection, setting the tone for a powerful exploration of heartache and defeat. The song serves as a testament to the pain of losing something once profoundly cherished, with refreshingly candid lyricism emphasizing empty promises and hopeful futures ultimately ripped away. Bess Chew’s innate ability to connect with her audience on an intense level shines through as she shares her struggles with moving on from something that seemed so valuable—only to question if it was valued at all.
“My hope is that this song can bring comfort and strength to listeners, knowing that they are not alone in suffering heartbreaking pains,” she explains. Using evocative imagery, Bess Chew weaves together soft, melancholic notes that reflect the heartache embedded in the lyrics. Each line is carefully crafted, balancing vulnerability and resilience, as her vocals further elevate the track, blending delicately layered harmonies with a soulful delivery that draws listeners in from the very first note. Bess Chew shares her inspiration for the song as she recounts her time spent continuing her education in Perth, Australia.
“The song was inspired by the beautiful Scarborough Beach in Perth. ‘Scarborough Sand’ reveals how the same memory can evoke opposite emotions in the heart when looking back at different points in time.” Produced by Adrian Wong, with Bess Chew co-producing, “Scarborough Sand” continues to showcase the artist’s evolving talent. Bess Chew delivers both main and background vocals, while Wong’s expertise in mixing and mastering ensures a polished yet raw sound that enhances the emotional weight of the track. Together, they created a truly immersive experience through the melody, lyrics, and vocals, capturing an authentically heartfelt experience that resonates long after the song ends.
Bess Chew, born and raised in Singapore, developed a passion for the performing arts from a young age, participating in musicals, drama, and choir. At 16, she moved to Perth, Australia, where she found a more freeing academic environment. Despite earning a degree in Psychology from the University of Western Australia, Bess Chew chose to follow her heart and pursue music full-time. After completing a songwriting and production diploma at SOMA in Singapore, she released her debut single “Getaway” in June 2024. Now based in London, where she completed her one-year songwriting course at ICMP, she continues to develop her craft, with “Getaway” earning spots on major Spotify playlists like Poses, New Music Friday Singapore, and New Music Friday Malaysia.
About Bess Chew
Bess Chew was born and raised in Singapore, where she navigated a rigid educational system. From a young age, she was immersed in the performing arts, participating in musicals, drama plays, choir performances, and short educational films. In secondary school, she trained with a former Korean musical actress to develop her vocal skills. When she was 16, she moved to Perth, Australia, where she found a more liberating and refreshing academic environment.
Despite her dream for music, she initially followed the traditional academic path, earning a degree in Psychology with a minor in Korean from the University of Western Australia (UWA). After being offered a place in postgraduate law school, she chose instead to pursue her heart’s passion—music—and hasn’t looked back since. She continued her music studies by completing a one-year diploma in songwriting and production at the School of Music and the Arts (SOMA) in Singapore, where she first began writing and producing her own songs. One of those songs was “Getaway,” which became her debut single.
Now based in London, BESSCHEW has recently completed a one-year songwriting course at the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) and released “Getaway,” in June 2024. The track quickly gained attention, being featured in prominent Spotify Editorial Playlists, including Poses, New Music Friday Singapore, and New Music Friday Malaysia.
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