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Sharing for a good laugh, watch the clip, it's hilarious! :) http://singaporeseen.stomp.com.sg/singaporeseen/this-urban-jungle/stagehand-accidentally-hits-getai-singer-with-pole-with-hilarious-results Stagehand accidentally hits getai singer with pole -- with hilarious results Posted on 07 September 2014 | 18,728 views | 8 comments A getai singer had an embarrassing moment after a stagehand accidentally hit her with a pole. A video of the incident went viral on facebook recently. The stagehand was dismantling a pole on stage, while the singer was performing in front of her. However, as she tilted the pole sideways, it slid between the legs of the singer. As the stagehand raised the pole, it ended up hitting the singer in the pelvic area. This caused her to hit some really awkward high notes, leading to hilarity. Both she and the stagehand took the incident in a light-hearted manner, thankfully. It is unclear where the incident took place in.

Talking about getai, why we only have chinese and mandarin songs? why cant we have malay and tamil singers too? Dont tell me hungry ghost festival only have chinese ghosts and no other ghosts of other races? by having multi-race singers...our getais can be more lively and the festival to be better appreciated by everyone?

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http://singaporeseen.stomp.com.sg/stomp/sg...bs_halfway.html Stars performing at one of the biggest Getai shows of the Hungry Ghost season last night (August 12) found the show thrown into chaos when one-half of the famous Ming Zhu Sisters duo collapsed suddenly, wailing and sobbing incoherently. STOMPer Ian was enjoying the Geylang Serai show from the side of the stage when he heard a woman wailing loudly and sobbing as if something terrible had happened. He was shocked to see Zhu Li Li, younger sister of Getai duo Ming Zhu Sisters, sobbing uncontrollably as her stunned sister and colleagues tried to calm her down. Despite he screams of protest, the getai veteran was carried out into the open field to get more air. Shortly after an ambulance arrived to take her to the hospital, incense and hell money were burnt as an offering to appease the spirits. Though clearly shaken, the stars continued with the show, says an impressed STOMPer Ian. Ian says of the incident: "I was standing near the backstage area. "Zhu Li Li and her sister were part of the six-man hosting team for the night and it was their turn to rest as another singer had gone on stage to perform. "I saw her taking a seat and drinking water when suddenly, she appeared to have collapsed on the floor with sobs. "Her sister was standing next to her and appeared visibly shocked but managed to react quickly enough to support her. "Stars in the waiting area immediately came to help lift her onto a chair but she refused to sit. Her wailing got louder at this point as she begged everyone to let go of her. "They must have thought she was possessed by something supernatural as her elder sister began to ask: 'Who are you?' (你是谁？) repeatedly. "Zhu Li Li did not respond and just kept crying loudly. "Later, I heard from one of the crew that her limbs had gone cold as she collapsed. "They tried to get her fresh air by carrying her out into the open field despite her protests but the crowd that gathered around defeated that purpose. "An ambulance arrived within 10 minutes and she was taken away. "Her sister, who looked scared and confused, along with other stars, began to burn some offerings and incense at the spot where she fainted. "She then wiped away her tears and continued hosting the show with a smile on her face. "It is commendable that she managed to remain so professional despite her worries". Go to Getai A-Go-Go to find out more about the Ming Zhu Sisters.

Wife and Kids want to see Getai tonite Any bro knows where to get the schedule?

Police have warned that getai singers could be fined if they stripped to their underwear while performing. Such acts are of an offensive nature. I personally dun find it offensive. how about you?

http://news.asiaone.com/News/Latest%2BNews...114-100728.html Minister slams DBS Bank Fri, Nov 14, 2008 The Straits Times By Sue-Ann Chia LABOUR chief Lim Swee Say on Friday slammed DBS Bank for failing to consult its staff union on retrenching its workers or exploring other cost-cutting measures first. 'We are disappointed by the sudden decision,' he told The Straits Times when asked for his views on the DBS layoffs. 'There was no prior consultation with the DBS Staff Union. There was no exploration with the union on other cost reduction alternatives,' he said in an email reply on Friday. This is a local bank and a "GIC" bank which should know better yet, there should be no excuse This is very telling about the "power" of workers union in Singapore --- lap sab so the cracks are begining to show so where do we do for help?

any bro or sis know how to become Getai singer?

PAY TAX Foreign getai acts told By Maureen Koh August 18, 2008 EARLIER, the taxman went after hawkers who were rolling in dough on the quiet. Now the taxman is casting its net to catch getai performers who are singing their way to the bank during the ongoing Hungry Ghosts season on the Chinese calendar. And among those to be reeled in first are foreign entertainers who are cashing in on the getai fervour here. At a dialogue hosted by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (Iras) on Tuesday, eight getai organisers were told to withhold 15 per cent of foreign performers' gross takings for the tax that they are liable to pay. This tax is applicable to all foreign income earners who do not reside here. A spokesman for Iras confirmed that getai organisers are required to withhold the tax from the artistes' payment and to remit it to the Iras by the following month. The New Paper on Sunday understands the move is prompted by the earning power of some foreign performers, who can easily get up to $1,000 a night, or $30,000, in just 30 days here. Those affected are already singing the blues. The tax on their income may not make it worth their while to sing at getai shows here, they said. Taiwanese artiste Liao Lei, a regular performer, said: 'Some of us are doing this only part-time, so our takings can be irregular. 'What if we're paid only $100 for just one show? We would end up with nothing much after the 15 per cent cut.' He felt that the taxman should consider a threshold for fees liable to tax - for example, make only earnings of more than $1,000 taxable. A female singer from Malaysia, who did not want to be named, said: 'It doesn't make sense to have us pump up the heat on the scene here and to bear taxes.' In recent years, getai organisers have opted for entertainers from Malaysia, Taiwan and China to win more business and attract the crowd. Veteran organiser Roy Tan, 49, said: 'New faces add a fresh touch to the shows. 'And foreign talent sometimes provides more variety, such as when they sing in different languages.' It also helped that the artistes were more amenable to lowering their fees - sometimes by as much as 20 per cent. Local getai singers usually charge $100 to $600 for a 20-minute set of three to four songs. Mr Aaron Tan, 32, who runs Lex(S) Entertainment Productions, said: 'I feel it's fair to tax foreign acts on their takings. 'After all, they come here for the sole purpose of raking in the cash.' Mr Tan Chew Lee, from Cheong Xing Roadshow, was relieved that organisers were not saddled with the responsibility of paying the tax for the performers. Low margins The 59-year-old getai veteran said: 'The profit margin for running a show is already very low. 'It's only right that the foreign performers pay their own tax, rather than take more out from us.' Among those that he regularly engages are Li Bao-en from Malaysia and Liao Lei. Malaysian singer Fang Fang said: 'Of course we're not expecting the organisers to take on that responsibility. 'But some of us have other expenses to consider too, such as the costs of hiring a driver, accommodation and even costumes.' She added: 'It's too early for me to tell, but if the sums don't add up in the end, it's unlikely that I'll want to return next year.' But some other performers said they did not have an issue with the new rule. Taiwanese artiste Hao Hao said: 'As they say, to each country, its own rules. I had to pay tax on my fee for a performance in Japan too.' Singer Yuan Jin from China noted: 'If you want to perform here and earn some money, then just abide by the law. 'There's no point in kicking up a fuss. If you're not happy, then don't come here. http://newpaper.asia1.com.sg/news/story/0,...,173516,00.html?

I love watching getais... like many aunties do. Last night watched Ah nan at clementi central and it was a great show. He celebrated his 2nd year out from... u know where. Tonight where got getai to go? Preferably west side.