Record sleeves - Life Records: Lagu-lagu Merdu Dari Filem Cathay-Keris

This set of three album covers, Lagu-lagu Merdu Dari Filem Cathay-Keris, belonged to Zubir Said, the composer of Singapore's national anthem, Majulah Singapura.Such covers highlight the importance of record companies like Cathay-Keris, which played a role in promoting and shaping the landscape of Malay music during the 20th century.While Zubir Said did not compose these tracks, the record was part of his personal collection. This record, like others in Zubir Said’s collection, highlights the interconnectedness of prominent Malay artists who played roles in developing Singapore and Malaya’s cultural landscapes.