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Posted: 04 Feb 2013 03:26 AM PST

Top Five reasons to tune in to 988 this week.

Street Cases Monday-Friday, 8am-9am

GONG Xi Gong Xi, Da Di Hui Chun (literally means "welcoming spring to the big land") and Cai Shen Dao ("God of Fortune is here") are some of the most popular Chinese New Year songs. Their first few notes would make them instantly recognisable. Yet, few are aware that the CNY classic Gong Xi Gong Xi was originally a celebratory tune toasting the end of WWII. This week, let's relive all these classic songs as we begin the final countdown to the Year of the Snake.

The Feature Monday-Tuesday, 9am-10am

It's perhaps a common practice for many to check out the New Year's lucky colours or ornaments to wear, even the auspicious date to start work. All these are done in the faith that this practice will bring luck for a prosperous year ahead. So how much truth do they really hold? Find out this week. Plus, there's plenty of inside tips from a list of prominent Feng Shui experts for your perusal.

Street VIP Wednesday-Friday, 9am-10am

Veteran Singaporean director, Jack Neo Chee Keong is undisputedly one of the most successful and famous names from across the causeway.

His great works include the early cross-dressing adventure as the well-loved "Liang Popo" (literally, Granny Liang) to the directorial box office hits like, Money No Enough, I Not Stupid and Ah Boys To Men in recent years.

Then, a series of extra-marital scandals hit him hard in 2010.

The media were merciless and Neo had to call for a press conference begging the media to spare him. However, it was something else that unexpectedly got him out of the mess.

Music VIP Monday-Friday, 2pm

Local singer, Eric Lin Jian Hui actually debuted without black-framed spectacles years ago. However, since putting one on during his stint at the popular Taiwan singing contest, Million Star (Xing Guang Da Dao), he has been stuck with the image. Three years on, Lin is finally ready to abandon that look. This move reflects a brand new image and a singer ready for a new musical journey. Tune in to get to know the talented singer, all over again.

988 Best Music Chart Saturday, 1pm-3pm

Weeks ago, we asked you to cast your vote for your favorite 2012's song and album in our "988 Best Music Chart."

The poll result is out; it's time for the revelation of the final nominee lists.

Did your favourites get into the list? Which songs are the crème of the crop? Find out here.

> For more information, log on to 988.com.my.

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Ahad, 3 Februari 2013