The coffee was laden with truth serum and the question was asked, what do you think of Magmug magazine? Here’s what they said…

SANTAMONICA, Indonesia

“Superb and more superb things to come from Magmug magazine!”

KING LYCHEE, Hongkong

“Well being honest, we had not heard of this magazine until you emailed us! But once we got your email and hopped on your website, we were definitely overwhelmed with a feeling of pride! For us, anyone or any entity whose sole purpose is to promote Asia, is a definitely a hero. So to know that you guys are out there promoting Asian art and music and that you guys found us and want to interview us, is really appreciated by us! We definitely want to thank you guys for doing that and for doing all you guys do to promote Asia all over the world! It is an absolute honor to be in this magazine!”

MELTGSNOW, Singapore

“We’re proud to endorse it because you guys believe in diversity. More publicity about the Asia’s music please! We’ve seen so many talents…but just no proper consistent publicity! It’s e-zines like Magmug that publicize music without prejudice!”

‘NESE, Taiwan

“First of all I wanna thank Magmug for giving our music scene more attention. Hopefully more young people will get inspired to do music here, and get more involved creatively. Thanks again Magmug! Hope to see you again soon!”

STEVEN LIN (MACHI), Taiwan

“Looking pretty good so far. Keep up the good work! Thanks again Magmug!”

TIRAMISU, Singapore

“Magmug’s fantastic, it is important to have people who are pro-active in the scene to support local music rather than let it die a painful death. We would like to see more local band special or some sort, free MP3 downloads of local music, be it new or old. There is a need to have balance in the scene.”

FURNITURE, Malaysia

“It’s great to push towards more regional networking, definitely. As a band this kind of awareness through Magmug creates opportunities otherwise unavailable. You can’t get too far by just having your music played in your own hometown, bands want to travel but the prime touring destinations like Europe are just too far away, so we have to create our own regional network. So keep up this great initiative!”

FUTON, Thailand

“Magmug’s amazing! There is so much talent in Asia, not just bands but DJs, graphic artists, video makers and writers. So the fact that Magmug is helping them get their art recognized it a great thing. Futon salutes you!”

KARNIVOOL, Australia

“It’s great to see any publication supporting independent music and especially one that focuses on the Asia Pacific region. This helps to showcase the amazing talent that we have here to the rest of the world. The magazine looks great and the content is brilliant. Keep it up!”

FORCE VOMIT, Singapore

“We are ashamed to say but this is the first time we’re reading your zine - haven’t heard of you guys before you contacted us. I think its amazing regional zines like you guys who are coming up - the region needs to stand together as one.”

LIPGLOSS, Indonesia

“Wow! Asia’s premier digital music magazine! Brilliant idea! We hope that Magmug can develop our local music scenes and strengthen the unity among Asian musicians. Through this magazine we can expand our knowledge of the music industry in the region. We love to see more indie bands in the next issues. We’d also love to see their performance video from the stages all around Asia. Go Magmug! Keep rockin’!”