The Obs: A Singapore Story

Hailed as the most important independent music band in Singapore, The Observatory—or The Obs to their fans—is a low-key purveyor of high craft. Through their nearly two decades and eight increasingly dark albums, The Observatory has ventured into the hallowed recesses of music (with their long-time producer Jørgen Træen (Jaga Jazzist)), art (Justin Bartlett, Philipp Aldrup, Andy Yang,) and design (Keith Utech)—all the while remaining completely understated.