Mel Yong is a booking agent at boutique domestic agency, Village Sounds. After five years in Singapore, she is now based in Melbourne where she coordinates tours in Australia and Asia for the agency's growing roster. Yong also promotes shows in Singapore for Other Sounds, including gigs for Perfume Genius, Kirin J Callinan, A Place To Bury Strangers, and sold out shows for Dune Rats, Mac DeMarco, Bill Callahan, and La Dispute. With a wide understanding of the Asian market and the intricacies of each country, Yong believes the region holds massive potential, and with the cooperation of all parties to focus on long-term, sustainable touring, is eager to see it develop into a key market.