10! 9! 8!

Ok, so maybe the countdown hasn't started yet but that doesn't mean you can't look forward to it.

BEGIN 2012 is the first countdown party of its kind in Singapore and you wouldn't want to miss it! It only happens once in 2012!

Date: 31st December

Time: 7pm onwards into the new year!

Venue: *Scape Playspace

Visit http://www.scape.com.sg/countdown/

and be part of an even bigger event!

Admission is FREE and you only have to bring yourselves!

Happy Holidays Everybody and a Happy New Year!

Tis the season to be rocking

Christmas is just round the corner and we're more than excited to bring our tunes to you for this festive occasion!

Music in the city held in conjunction with A Season of Dazzling Delights @ Ngee Ann City
Date: 19th & 20th December
Venue: Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza
Time: 7pm onwards

Also, have a memoir taken with Santa Claus and Santarina who will be visiting from the North pole! (We all know where that is)
There will also be stage games with prizes giveaway nightly at the event!

So come make a date with us!

Cheers!

START HITTING THOSE BUTTONS LIKE THERE'S NO TOMORROW!!

Hi everyone!
If you have not already heard or seen us, we appeared on television on Sunday at 7pm.
Anyway, we met a few artists and guess what!! We have a treat for you guys!!!

1000 LIKES on our facebook fan page, http://www.facebook.com/events/#!/BaracudaBatucada, and we will upload a very special video of 1 of the stars!!

*Hint, Latisha from The Noose ;)

So what are you waiting for! Start hitting those "LIKE" buttons!!!

- The Baracuda Crew

Baracuda Batucada Freshies Camp '11

Things are gonna get real dirrrrtttty.

You know that I mean it.

OKTO, OKTO LIVE!!

We will be performing on OKTO on the 7th of October!
Catch us on TV 3 Fridays from now, from 6.30 to 7pm!
Baracuda will be doing a remix of a song LIVE during that time!!

Stay glued to your television sets people, cos you sure won't want to miss us!!!

Creating Inspiration with Inspiring Creations

We are very honored to be able to work alongside Caterpillars Cove from Ngee Ann for our upcoming gig at Suntec City for a Childcare Seminar by MCYS.

To get the children ready to perform alongside us, playing one of our very own Baracuda Batucada songs, Mario and Tribal Gear, our members have been down to Caterpillars Cove to teach and guide the children as the talented bunch masters pieces.

You will be able to hear the song played by the wonderful children from Caterpillars Cove as well as members of Baracuda Batucada on the 29th of September. Do drop by to support the little children.


Let them put a smile on your faces as you put a smile on theirs

Just Showin' Some Lovin'

Hi folks.

It's the midst of the examinations in Ngee Ann Polytechnic...and we assume it's happening all around the other schools too...Baracuda Batucada would like to express their heartfelt wishes to those sitting those 1 - 2 hour long papers. Press on and you'll pull it through.

They say, hard work pays off in the future, laziness pays off now ;)

Anyway, just to relieve the stress on your shoulders, perhaps you could play/experiment this awesome HTML5 application by OK Go x Pilobolus (as shown above). You'll be amazed.

Also, not to forget, congratulations to the band, as we have clinched the "CCA Excellence Awards"!!! Thank you for supporting and believing the band. We will work hard to bring more exciting and interesting performances for y'all!

We'll be updating this part real soon. So meanwhile, peace and lots of love.

Catch up TV

If you miss us, check out what we did for Carnaval Carnaval on the 28th of May @ Marina Barrage!
Enjoy!

Link -> Caliente
Link -> Egar
Link -> My everlasting

Again, credits to Mr Teckming!

A Big Thank You

Finally Drumzout 2011 is over! The family would like to thank you, the fans, because we wouldn't have made it this far without your continuous love and support for us. Though we came in as 3rd runner up, we shall not wallow in despair. We will continue rocking out for your listening pleasure.

Like Master Erin said, "Where our music is welcome, we will play it loud, Where our music is challenged, we will play it louder."

Now who's ready to party?!?!?!?!?!?!

If you missed out our final piece, you can check it out here. Credits to Mr Teckming

Drumzout 2011

So word on the street is that there's a drumming competition around the corner.

Founded in 2008, “DrumZout” is a Nationwide Percussion Competition organized by the Special Project arm of Nanyang Technological University Cultural Activities Club.

But enough talk, do come down and support us for the finals because we're not just in it to win it, but also to rock you out!

So come on down to the Playspace @ scape, 26th June 2011. 4pm.
And get some feet-stompin', head-noddin', eye-poppin' love!

Anyway, here's what we did last year!
Drumzout 2010 finals

See you there!

Something To Look Forward To!

Hi everyone!

Itching to watch hear live Baracuda music?

Well, here's something for you guys to look forward to! Haha! :D

- 11& 12 June: Skechers @ Suntec City 5-6pm

- 11 June: Talent Show @SCAPE 6pm

The rest are gigs to be confirmed. So, please stay tuned for more information!

- 3rd July: World Netball Championships

- 16th July: Pitch 2011

- 21st July: National Accounting Quiz

- 9th August NDP

That's all folks. Thanks for reading!!!

WE ARE OUT ONCE AGAIN!

Hey guys!
Baracuda will be performing tomorrow at 2 gigs at 2 different places!
1 is at SCAPE for a competition and another is at Suntec City for Sketches.
SCAPE-6PM
SKETCHERS-5PM to 6PM.

Do drop by alright! Can't to see you guys!! :D


In the mean time, common test is finally over!!! woooohooooooo!!!

Auditions results 2011

Hey all,
we would like to congratulate those who got into Baracuda Batucada. This is only the beginning to a new and fun filled journey!

For those who did not make it into Baracuda, do not be discouraged for you can always try again next year! You won't know for you might just get in next year! DON'T GIVE UP!
We really appreciate your participation and enthusiasm during the auditons and we hope to see you at our upcoming gigs.

Thanks! :)

Not yet concluded

Auditions are finally over!
We'd like to thank the year 1s, some year 2s and also some year 3s
for coming down to the auditions.

Now hold on, that doesn't necessarily mean you're in yet.
We're racking our brains right now on the final decision
and you guys will be informed as soon as possible.
Until then,
HOLD ON TO YOUR SEATS!

New E-mail Address

Hi everyone,
We're sad to say that our email is not cca_baracuda anymore. We are currently using this email address:
cca_percussion@connect.np.edu.sg
If you have any inquiries please direct them to the new email address above. Sorry for the inconvenience caused.

Alternatively, you can direct them straight to our president Erin Lee : 93274606

Thanks alot!

Help us win the contest for the most [LIKED] finalists!!!

HEYLOOOOOOO EVERYBODY!!!

Please help us become the most liked finalist in Drumzout by "LIKE"-ing our Picture in the Drumzout album.
But 1st you have to remember to "LIKE" the page alright? ;)

Alternatively, you have head to our Baracuda fan page and click on the Drumzout link to go directly to the page:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/BaracudaBatucada

THANKS A HUNDRED, A THOUSAND AND A MILLION!!!!

Have a greeeeaaat hot hot weekend! :D

WAZZZUUUP FRESHIESSSS!!!

Heyloooo freshies!

We hope that you have gotten your call from us regarding your auditions!
Auditions starts this Tuesday, 3rd of May. Just chillax and most importantly, BE YOURSELF! :)

We look forward to seeing you guys during the auditions!

Meanwhile, enjoy your public holiday!! :D

Credits to Jan Shim for this Wonderful write up! :)

BARACUDA BATUCADA BUSKING FOR JAPAN ON ORCHARD ROAD

April 27, 2011 by Jan Shim Leave a Comment

On 26th March 2011, four days before my birthday (no relevance to this post whatsoever), about two hours before Earth Hour 2011 (this one of global significance) an evening stroll along Orchard Road around the corner of our Meritus Mandarin Hotel drop-off was a bit of commotion I couldn’t help but check out. I love drums. I don’t play them as a musical instrument because I am not musically inclined but I enjoy the sound drums make. And the drumming made by the Baracuda Batucada band was uplifting. I had no idea who they were at first but suffice to know at the time that they were busking for a good cause — earthquake and Tsunami victims of Japan. Essentially, Baracuda Batucada is an award winning repercussion band that comprises of passionate musicians from Ngee Ann Polytechnic with a humble beginning of a 3-man team. Today, the team has a stronghold of 46 members from different backgrounds and experience. In short, the BB are musicians wanting to make a difference to the world community!

Baracuda Batucada is the name of the group and make you groove, they will. With a history back from 2004, the samba ensemble has been rocking crowds out and entertained many people for many events. Starting out on campus, Baracuda Batucada has performed in many different places since then. From Orchard Road, Zouk to even China, the group has grown much over the years, rocking out their addictive samba percussion tunes. Their hard rocking beats have certainly made their name sound far and wide. — BB

@NpBaracuda
Baracuda Batucada

@janshim Hi Janshim! Greetings from sunny Singapore! We're glad you've enjoyed it as we enjoyed it too! Have a blast and we won't stop!

April 27, 2011 4:31 pm via EchofonReplyRetweetFavorite

Other attractions along Orchard Road Singapore | So Much Food So Little Time

I love drums. I don't play them as a musical instrument because I am not musically inclined but I enjoy the sound drums make. And the drumming made by the Baracuda Batucada band was uplifting.

After Orchard Road, it was time for dinner at The Singapore Food Trail.

Commchest @ Marina Bay Sands

Helloooooooo!!!!

Do you miss seeing Baracuda Batucada perform?

WE'RE SURE YOU DO!!!

Baracuda will be performing at Marina Bay Sands on the 22 OF MAY!
Be sure to make yourselves free on that day!

You can enjoy the music and the beautiful scenery at Marina Bay Sands, wouldn't that be killing 2 birds with 1 stone?

Alright so we'll see you guys there! Deal? Deal! :)

Where? When? Who?

Wazzzup Freshies!!!

Thank you for showing your support for us at the CCA Fiesta and we hope you enjoyed our performances as much as we enjoyed your company :D

The response is MADNESS and we are doing our best to lay out an audition date for y'all so do check back for updates and we'll get back to you A.S.A.P

If you guys missed the sign-up, don't worry. You can contact us but please bear in mind that you MUST be a STUDENT in NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC.

Until then, cheerios! ;D

Geek-O-Licious

Anyone from NTU familiar with this name? It rings a bell doesn't it?
Of course it does, because THIS IS GOING TO BE HELD IN YOUR SCHOOL THIS THURSDAY!!!!!

If you guys are around the corner, do drop by. We will be performing at 7pm.
For those who heard us play at the NTU atrium recently, and you want more, you know where to find us~~ :)

In the mean time, have a good week ahead people!!!

Marina Promenade

Hey guys,
Its Earth Hour today and Baracuda will be playing at Marina Promenade to commemorate this special occasion! Do come down to watch us perform as well as enjoy the events that 98FM has planned for you!

See you there!! :D

T.H.I.S. I.S. I.T.

Hellooooo Everyooooneeee!!
Let's do a mini countdown till we reach 12am!!!

THIS IS IT! IT'S THE TIME THAT WE HAVE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR! IT'S 12AM IN THE MORNING, OFFICIALLY 19TH OF MARCH!!!

Please do come down to support our bands performing tomorrow. You will not be sorry! I promise you!

Once again, its at IMM, Rooftop garden.
Be down at 1.30pm to watch us and the other bands.

Thankyouuuu! :)




Doing a mini countdown till the auditions this Saturday here.

The shorter it gets, the more excited we feel!

Hellooooo Everyooooneeee!!
Let's do a mini countdown till we reach 12am!!!

5 MORE MINUTES TO 12 AM!
5 MORE MINUTES TO 12 AM!
5 MORE MINUTES TO 12 AM!

The shorter it gets, the more excited we feel!

Hellooooo Everyooooneeee!!
Let's do a mini countdown till we reach 12am!!!

20 MORE MINUTES TO 12 AM!
20 MORE MINUTES TO 12 AM!
20 MORE MINUTES TO 12 AM!

1 MORE DAY! 1 MORE DAY!!!!!

1 MORE DAY TO DRUMZOUT AUDITIONS!!!!

1 moooore day to drumzout!!!! We are so darn excited for tomorrow afternoon! Come and join us kick ass guys!
Come and show some looove people! :)


Doing a mini countdown till the auditions this Saturday here.

2 MORE DAYS!!!!

2 MORE DAYS TO DRUMZOUT AUDITIONS!!!!

Do you like music? Do you like to dance and jump about to loud and funky music? Do you stay near IMM? Well Baracuda Batucada can give you all that!
Come and judge for yourself if you don't believe me! So make yourselves free this Saturday at 2.30pm!

Looking forward to see you folks there!


Doing a mini countdown till the auditions this Saturday here.

4 MORE DAYS!!!!

4 MORE DAYS TO DRUMZOUT AUDITIONS!!!!

Do i hear people asking what's this hoo haa about? ITS THE MOST HAPPENING COMPETITION THIS YEAR! Come down and support us ya'all!


Doing a mini countdown till the auditions this Saturday here.

2 MORE DAYS!!!

5 MORE DAYS TO DRUMZOUT AUDITIONS!!!!

Venue: Roof top garden at IMM.
Timing: 2.30pm

Please please please! Come down to support us! The more the merrier!


Doing a mini countdown till the auditions this Saturday here.

GIGS GIGS GIGS! AND MOOOOORE!!!!!

HELLOOOOOOOOOOO people in Baracuda ( and everyone else! )
So out go the exams and in come the gigs! Here are the dates of the numerous gigs that we will be performing for. Please try to keep yourselves free and come come come!

1. 16 March ---> Video shooting at block 73 : 9.30am - 11am
2. 20 March ---> Aviva Ironman : 7.30am
3. 21 March ---> Sports Camp : time unknown (probably at night)
4. 26 March ---> FOC:10am , Earth Hour : time unknown (probably in the evening)
5. 27 March --->HDB gig:time unknown
6. 28- 31 March---> Baracuda Camp! Baracuda Camp!
   
7. 3 April --->Toa Payoh gig :10am - 10.30am

Remember to keep yourselves free!!! Enjoy your weekends people! Byeeeee~~

Wha?!

From everyone here at Baracuda Batucada,
We wish you a
Happy Chinese New Year!

May YOU be blessed with prosperity and good health.
Enjoy the long Weekends everybody!

NO SWEAT!

Didnt manage to watch our gigs live?
No sweat! We have a youtube page of some of our recent gigs at various places. Check them out and "Like"! it! If you like it!
Hope you guys enjoy the vids! :)

http://www.youtube.com/user/BaracudaBatucada

And the application for Drumzout 2011 is OUT!!!

That was the audition piece that Baracuda played during Drumzout 2010.

You better keep your eyes and ears open this year cos I tell ya, we're coming back better and ready for more fun!

Baracuda Batucada - Caliente [DrumZout 2010 Auditions]

Walk walk walk!

See that pretty bridge?
That's right!
It's the Sentosa' Boardwalk and guess who's gonna be playing there.
Right again!
Baracuda! Batucada!

Expect groovy beats from our 'special' instruments as we stroll down to Asia's favorite playground

Date: 29 January 2011, Saturday
Time: 5.30 pm to 10.30 pm
Venue: Sentosa Boardwalk

Don't take our word for it, check out the link below for more details!

http://www.sentosa.com.sg/en/whats-on/events/sentosa-boardwalk/

See you there!

Where youths' choices MATTER!

Baracuda Batucada will be adding a little element of surprise to the closing of the Youth Choice Awards 2011 at the warehouse of SCAPE this Saturday!

Dying to watch us play our hearts out on your lazy Saturday?
Guess what! The tickets are free!
So what are you waiting for!Grab those tickets and come watch us end the event with a BANG!!!

See you at SCAPE! Don't be late yo!

Who's house?

It's that time of the year again!
And Ngee Ann polytechnic opens it's doors to the many secondary school graduates to find out why Ngee Ann Polytechnic is the best!
Of course, we, Baracuda Batucada, will be there to give it That Something X'tra!
So if you're interested to know more about us, do come on down!

6th - 8th of January
11am - 6pm

Also, remember,
D’Fusion is Ngee Ann Polytechnic’s official drum competition that brings together percussionists of all genres to compete in a youthful atmosphere of creativity, originality and fun!

D’Fusion is a competition that promises heart-stomping excitement, great prizes, and a unique showcase of musical expression of youths in Singapore.

On Friday, 7 January, at the Ngee Ann Polytechnic Atrium, from 5pm to 6.30pm, D’FUSION organizers will bring you a special D’FUSION percussions showcase featuring performances by our student clubs such as the NP Baracuda Batucada, Taiko Drums by the Japanese Tsubasa Club, Kompang by the Malay Cultural Club and a special performance by Zidann Zalizan, a 10-year-old drumming sensation from Fame Music School.

Thank you for your submissions, feedback and inquiries. D’Fusion Competition is postponed to *April 2011 to provide you more time to prepare, practice and perfect your grooves.

For inquiries on D'FUSION, please contact Mr Andrew Choo, DID: 64606236, email: dfusion.np@gmail.com

More details @ http://www.np.edu.sg/sdar/news/Pages/11Dfusion.aspx