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Francis Magalona Tribute Music Video

Gerry D — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:24:38 +0000

Here is a music video tribute to Francis Magalona; composed and performed by Jayson Diwa an hour after he learned of FrancisM’s demise.

Christian Bautista to launch Universal Records career with Jose Mari Chan revival album

Sean John — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:24:39 +0000

It's an exciting time in the career of one of the Philippines' top young balladeers – Christian Bautista. After his much publicized jump from Warner Music Philippines to Universal Records, he is now ready to move forward with his music career at UR. Inside, we reveal the pop music idol's new album that will revive songs from one of the most prolific singer-songwriters the country has ever known – Mr. Jose Mari Chan and exclusive behind the scenes photos of making the music video.

2009 Fete De La Musique Philippine French Music Festival

Gerry D — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:42:21 +0000

Fete De La Musique 2009 is the annual French Music Festival in the Philippines organized by the Alliance Francaise, the France Embassy’s cultural attache in the Philippines. 2009 Fete De La Musique themed “Music is Language” will be held on June 20, 2009 at the MetroWalk complex in Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Philippines. POP / [...]

Karaoke World Championships Looking for Philippine Representative

Gerry D — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 04:35:45 +0000

Karaoke lovers rejoice. This is your turn to step out of the house (to the relief of your house mates) and into the world (haha)! Why, there is a search for two karaoke singing masters (1 male, 1 female) who will compete and represent the Philippines in the Karaoke World Championships in Lahti, Finland this [...]

Billy Crawford Goes Back To His Roots

Phoebe Dorothy Estelle — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 05:45:00 +0000

By Phoebe Dorothy Estelle

Many Filipino artists doing well in the international scene serve as encouragement and good example for many aspiring Pinoy performers. One of them is the former child star Billy Crawford.

His fame and fortune in Europe did not, of course, happened in a blink of an eye. The ex �That�s Entertainment�s member worked hard to break through in his chosen field.

More juice on Billy Crawford

The Sounds After Moonstar 88

Excel Dyquiangco — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 02:56:02 +0000

By Excel V. Dyquiangco

Not many people are aware of her name but think Moonstar88 and you come up with the name of Acel Bisa Van Ommen, who, together with her band, immortalized the sounds of �Panalangin�, �Sulat,� �Sa Langit,� and of course, �Torete.�

These times, Moonstar88 had ceased to be in the music scene but Acel�s comeback is just getting off the ground. After a long hiatus from the sound stage, Acel is back with a different tune, a different sound and a different melody to her music. From the edgy and rock music of Moonstar88, Acel has evolved to the type of songs which would soothe and comfort anyone�s heart, owing it to her angelic and soothing voice.

More on Acel Bisa's new album after Moonstar 88

Believe in Subscapular

Love Dela Cruz — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 02:38:33 +0000

By Love Dela Cruz

For all you rock aficionados out there, you very well know that rock has no limits, boundaries or social class. Brace yourself and meet the band that�s been unifying the rich and the poor with their tasteful music and original style-- Subscapular.

This Indie band has been together since 2001. �We started way back in high school,� lead guitarist Randy Gatbontonshares. This former Christian band got their name from the scapular, which is a religious necklace. �Pag sinuot mo kasi yung scapular nire-represent mo yung paniniwala mo, ganoon din yung gusto naming mangyari."

Get to know the new Filipino band Subscapular

Raining Fete-De la-Musique 07

Love Dela Cruz — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 01:11:52 +0000

By: Love Dela Cruz

It was a rainy Saturday on June 23, 2007 as one hundred and fifty plus bands played simultaneously for the Fete-De la-Musique event in Malate, Manila. This collision of music genre is an event sponsored by the French consulate.

The Fete-De la-Musique originated from the luscious scenery of France, it started out with bands playing concurrently in different stages and giving the fans the ultimate night of their lives. Soon more and more countries joined in the craze and now the Fete-De la-Musique is the most anticipated music extravaganza that can rock an entire nation.

More on the 2007 Fete de la Musique Manila

Yasmien Kurdi Launches Sophomore Album

Phoebe Dorothy Estelle — Wed, 30 May 2007 02:44:54 +0000

by Phoebe Dorothy Estelle

After two years of absence in the music scene, reigning Pop Sweetheart Yasmien Kurdi comes back with her latest album under GMA Records. Titled Love Is All I Need, Yasmien not only showcased her powerful vocals but her songwriting skills as well.

Her composition, �Love Is All I Need� is the carrier single of the album. She shared that inspiration for the song came during the taping of her fantasy series �Encantadia�, where she spent her free time mostly daydreaming under the trees.

More on Yasmien Kurdi's New Album

Dreaming with Chad Peralta

Valerie Tort — Mon, 28 May 2007 02:31:51 +0000

By Valerie Tort

From a hopeful musician to a successful recording artist�stepping out of the Pinoy Dream Academy opened a new door for Chad Peralta in the Philippine music industry.

Pop alternative and pop rock patrons will surely enjoy Chad Peralta�s new songs that will touch your heart while feeling a little bit reflective and at the same time reminiscent of their �puppy love� or �one true love.� The 21-year-old singer and songwriter brought back our memories of romantic love songs that touched even our soul with an upbeat rhythm of the pop alternative genre full of emotions.

More on Pinoy Drean Academy alum, Chad Peralta