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BTS, SB19 lead trending topics on #MYXAwards2021 on Twitter
Fans flock to Twitter as the event unfolds, tallying over 4.3 million Tweets this year
VERDICT | Former BigBang Seungri receives 3-year sentence in prison
On August 12, retired BigBang member Seungri’s military trial found him guilty of nine charges and was sentenced…
IT TAKES A VILLAGE | No, make that an ARMY to become BTS
Ask any BTS fan—an ARMY—what they love about the group and as expected, they will point out the…
WATCH | Dott Seki back ‘in the zone’ with new single, ‘Pinagpala’
Dott Seki back ‘in the zone’ with new single, ‘Pinagpala’ We all dig tunes that can make us…
THE POWER OF MANIFESTATION | Lesha on connecting with the universe
Lesha is an emerging singer-songwriter and music producer who has been thriving in the digital sphere with her…
Barbie Almalbis turns a new chapter in latest album
Award-winning singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis celebrates her 25th year in the music business with the release of her fourth…
Filipino indie artist Eyedress releases new album, ‘Mulholland Drive’
Filipino indie artist Eyedress (aka Idris Vicuna) has announced his new album, ‘Mulholland Drive’, due out August 27th via Lex…
HUMBLY GROWING | SB19 on being proud of who they are
As one of the acts responsible for putting Pinoy pop or simply P-Pop into the global stage, sensational…
FROM CHURCH HYMNS TO OPERA | Raul Sunico presents 2,000 years Of Italian music
Last July 28th, Wednesday evening, on the occasion of the 280th death anniversary of Antonio Vivaldi, world-renowned Filipino…
Spotify launches ‘Daily Drive’ playlist of personalized mix of news and music
Now available in the Philippines, Spotify announced a new playlist that revolutionizes the way on-demand audio content is…
Civil Service Commission extends songwriting contest to July 31
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) extended the deadline of entries to the National Song Writing Contest until 31 July. Government workers,…
NCCA SUDI Awards to honor outstanding contributions to Filipino music this August
Aiming to recognize outstanding contributions of Filipino musical works, creators, institutions, and researchers across genres and modes of…
NAKATAGONG MATA | The quiet genius of Wally Gonzalez
It was not surprising to find many of my music industry-friends pay tribute to noted guitarist Wally Gonzalez…
Blue is the most complex color
Alternative rockers Wolf Alice on spending a ‘Blue Weekend’
Major music headlines this week
Barbie Almalbis releases challenging fourth album With the release of her fourth studio album titled “Scenes From Inside,”…
46 Hope St. delivers a new message of hope with new single, ‘Bago Matulog’
Picking up where they left off with their last single, “Bituin,” 46 Hope St. once again returns with…
Opening ceremony uses familiar music from video games
TOKYO—The athletes of the Tokyo Olympics were greeted by a few familiar notes Friday night. Those video game…
Wally Gonzalez, Pinoy Rock legend, passes away
Blues guitarist and Pinoy Rock icon Wally Gonzalez, best known as one of the members of both the…
SB19 pushes the boundaries of pop music with new EP, ‘Pagsibol’
A global phenomenon and Spotify's RADAR artist, SB19 captures their journey in their latest six-track EP
Barbie Almalbis shares challenging but colorful adult life on new album
Acclaimed Filipino artist Barbie Almalbis celebrates her 25th year in the music business with the release of her…
WATCH | Netflix’s ‘Vivo’ animated adventure features new music by Lin-Manuel Miranda
From Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation — the studio that brought you Oscar winner Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse…
BTS and YouTube announce ‘Permission To Dance Challenge’ on YouTube Shorts
The dancing begins this Friday, July 23.
Top OPM artists collaborate to champion MVP Group’s GABAY Advocacies
Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC), through its operating companies and with the support of various businesses led by…
THE BAND WE KNOW | The Itchyworms kick off their 25th with animated short
As part of their 25th-anniversary celebrations, pop-rock band The Itchyworms released the music video for “The Life I…
The ladies cast their spell
REESE LANSANGAN, Time Well Spent Indie folkie is a tag that has stuck with Reese Lansangan ever since…
WATCH | Miss Ramonne’s debut album a tour de force of storytelling rooted in heartbreak
He was the love of her life, her Mr. Right. The very sound of his voice made her…
WATCH | YouTube Shorts now available in PHL
YouTube fans in the Philippines will now be able to enjoy YouTube’s new short-form video experience to create short, catchy videos using nothing but their mobile phones.
WATCH | Bono plays reclusive rock star in ‘Sing 2’
Sing 2, the new chapter in Illumination’s smash animated franchise arrives with big dreams and spectacular hit songs…
WATCH | Seth Dungca’s ‘Pangako’ breaks world record for most music videos made for a song
Filipino singer-composer Seth Dungca’s single “Pangako” recently spawned a whopping total of 64 music videos, handily surpassing the…
ODE TO BETTER TIMES | MYRNE on his ‘Wandering’ EP
When Singaporean DJ MYRNE first played around with what would become his “Wandering” EP in 2019, he never…
BALONG MALALIM | The deep well of Mike Hanopol’s musical genius
Hardly the moment felt like I was with a rock icon as we said a prayer-before-meal at his…
Breathing new life into viral tracks on TikTok
Talented creators give viral music first heard on TikTok another shot.
LOADED | Todd Haynes’ ‘Velvet Underground’ documentary a big hit at Cannes
Easily one of the most talked-about films in the ongoing Cannes Music Festival is The Velvet Undergound by…
WATCH | The Itchyworms mark 25th year with release of stop-motion animation film, ‘The Life I Know’
Iconic pop-rock outfit The Itchyworms kick off their 25th anniversary in the music industry with the official video release of “The…
WATCH | Ed Sheeran’s music video for ‘Bad Habits’ generates over 46M views
Ed Sheeran officially returns with his new single ‘Bad Habits’ (available now across all DSPs) which is joined…
The Itchyworms to premiere short animated film
Hot on the heels of their recently released album, Waiting For The End to Start, the Itchyworms will…
Warner Music Group’s ADA Asia partners with Filipino indie label, Lilystars Records
ADA Asia, part of Warner Music Group’s independent artist and label services division, has announced jointly with Lilystars…
UST Music master class series features Lea Salonga, Ryan Cayabyab
Internationally acclaimed singer and theater actress Ms. Lea Salonga and National Artist for Music Prof. Ryan Cayabyab headed…
PNoy’s band on the run
The late former president's lifelong passion for music almost led to the forming of a band.
Reflections of the past
Ex-Spandau Ballet Gary Kemp on his new album, Insolo
Leah Halili shares romantic journey on debut single, ‘Fourth Of July’
The Ransom Collective’s Leah Halili has taken her sound to warmer, more intimate places with the release of…
Seungri’s 24th hearing concludes with closing statements
The 24th hearing was Seungri’s day in court to tell his story. His family was seen present at…
WATCH | KZ Tandingan reignites Pinoy pride with TNT’s new song ‘Yan Ang Pinoy’
Certified platinum and multi-awarded singer-songwriter, Asia’s Soul Supreme KZ Tandingan is out with a new song, “Yan Ang…
WATCH | SB19 and Ben&Ben video for ‘MAPA’ reaches 2M views in six days
La-ta-ra-ta-ra, la-ta-ra-ta-ra…. Just five days after it dropped on YouTube, the performance video for “MAPA,” the recent collaboration…
Seungri takes stand on 24th trial date
On June 30, 2021, Lee Seung Hyun, better known as retired Big Bang member Seungri, took the stand…
Cavalcade of new sounds
From the PHL and the UK
FINDING DADDY | St. Vincent connects with ‘elusive father figure’ in latest album
Inspired by the early 1970s New York music scene and the recent release of her father from incarceration,…
Filipino stars release music video to #Sharelove and #Stopallhate
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can…
Celebrating World Music Day in Southeast Asia with #TweetYourMusic
Twitter is where communities form and thrive, where people gather to have conversations with others with common interests…
DOST Project Katunog
Connecting the new digital generation with indigenous Filipino music
CHASING DREAMS | Darren Espanto on encouraging fellow dreamers on ‘TNT Pop Show’
Darren Espanto knows what it’s like to chase a dream. The Calgary-born Filipino sensation who was recently tapped…
WATCH | Lin-Manuel Miranda directs and Andrew Garfield stars in ‘tick, tick… BOOM!’
Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda makes his feature directorial debut with tick, tick…BOOM!, an adaptation…
ASTN makes an intimate and purposeful comeback with new EP ‘It’s Not That Serious’
It’s no secret that Filipinos love music and are always in the pursuit to find something new to…
WATCH | Ben Platt reprises role in big screen adaptation of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’
The generation-defining Broadway phenomenon becomes a soaring cinematic event as Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Ben Platt…
Gloc-9 shouts out to all ‘ganadadss’ in Father’s Day song
ICONIC Filipino rapper Gloc-9 collaborated with Mang Tomas All Around Sarsa in a catchy and heartwarming song that…
Spotify’s CLAIM YOUR SPACE Campaign Heroes LGBTQIA+ Voices All Year
Spotify, the world’s leading audio streaming platform unveils its latest Pride initiative – Claim your Space. It includes…
Brave new music
To rage against the creeping darkness
Music is the best medicine
James Arthur on the healing powers of love over adversity
Choose the sound that fits you
Amplify moments with JBL’s newest line of sports and lifestyle headphones, which feature true wireless and active noise…
‘Don’t Quote Me’ is dia maté’s fresh yet familiar masterpiece
One of the most underrated feelings in this world is that silent sense of comfort you get from…
Ed Sheeran to perform at Tiktok UEFA Euro 2020 show this June 26
Ed Sheeran announced yesterday with help from sporting icon David Beckham, that he will be performing at TikTok’s…
Sing-Galing’s OG BidaOke star Ethel Booba makes grand comeback
Champion diva guest-stars on the iconic videoke show for more laughs and a stunning revelation.
Letting his fingers do the talking
Peter Frampton slays softly in new instrumental album
CINEMA IN MUSIC | Ben&Ben’s new singles transport listeners to a familiar place
Described as a “patikim” of their upcoming album, Ben&Ben’s new singles, “Upuan” and “Magpahinga” are two imaginative and…
Darren Espanto catches up with fans on TikTok Exclusive
The singer-songwriter is back in Manila, with a new single, a new look and an upcoming concert.
Bringing Filipino culture to the world on June 12
This coming June 12 marks the 123rd Independence Day of the Philippines. It is a significant date; and…
Mary J. Blige’s revealing documentary to stream on Amazon Prime Video this June
Best known for big hits like “Real Love,” “Not Gon’ Cry,” “Family Affair,” and “Be Without You” in…
Aia de Leon, Barbie Almalbis, Kitchie Nadal, Johnoy Danao, Ebe Dancel, and Bullet Dumas to co-headline ‘ALPAS’ digital concert
Get ready for a night of soaring anthems and classic sing-alongs as kumu live and GNN hold a…
With a little help from my, uh, bandmates
Is it really possible for 'non-friends' to make beautiful music together for years?
Rico Blanco throws it back to summers past in new campaign
The OPM rock icon sings to the good times in new digital ad for Imperial Blue whisky
HOPEFUL IMAGINING | Twenty One Pilots find inspiration, fear and magic in new album
Fueled by the need to create something that was the antithesis of the current situation, Grammy-award winning duo…
BUTTERING UP | BTS’ Billboard turn boosts Butter in a big way
Not that the song needs more push but BTS chose to launch full choreography for “Butter” during the…
Spotify Premium launches new offers for free and first-time users
Every summer deserves the perfect soundtrack. While we’re hoping this year is much more Hot Girl Summer and…
Musically-driven ‘Cinderella’ to stream worldwide on Amazon Prime Video in September
First Look of Camila Cabello and Nicholas Galitzine in their
feature film debut as Cinderella & Prince Charming
Zack Tabudlo’s ‘Binibini’ tops Spotify’s PHL’s Top 50 Chart for six straight weeks
Alternative pop and R&B artist, Zack Tabudlo’s “Binibini” has broken a record on Spotify as the longest-running number…
Ebe Dancel back to making beautiful music again with new single for Widescope Entertainment
Less than a year after signing a recording contract with Widescope Entertainment wherein he is currently designated as…
New heights, same passion for SB19
These P-Pop boys continue to map out their stellar career with soaring new single
Singles still going steady in 2021
This week’s roundup focuses on new single releases. SB19 – “Mapa”. A rousing ballad, SB19’s new single captures…
46 Hope St. finds light amid the darkness in compelling new single, ‘Bituin’
After starting the year on a promising note with the mid-tempo ditty, “Parisukat sa Bilog,” 46 Hope St.…
Smart brings the 2021 Billboard Music Awards exclusively on gigafest.smart
Catch BTS’ debut performance of “Butter” and more, live!
Wish USA highlights Asian-American artists with hard-hitting rap project, ‘Face Value’
WISH USA Music recently held a media conference last May 8 for Face Value – Asian American History…
DREAM GIRLS | Five questions with promising girl group, Daydream
Composed of four talented young girls who either individually or collectively are very passionate about singing, dancing, acting,…
SB19 honors their parents through rousing ballad ‘MAPA’
Fresh from scoring a 2021 Billboard Music Awards nomination for Top Social Artist along with some of the…
Joe Vince offers comfort, tranquility amidst the chaos with latest single ‘Hilik’
As the old adage goes, “necessity is the mother of invention,” but in the case of rising singer/songwriter…
HERE TO STAY | Alexa Ilacad re-calibrates her music career with a mature, new single
Now popularly known for her role as Bobbie Salazar in Four Sisters Before The Wedding, rising sensation Alexa…
Six brand new heavies this Sunday
MANI KONTADOR, Nakain ng Social Media Most modern music is defined by the era and place of its…
Pinoy cypher rap exponents Bongclinks release debut EP for Widescope Entertainment
Living up to its name, Widescope Entertainment continues to expand its scope of exciting musical talents barely a…
dia maté teams up with IV of Spades’ Blaster Silonga on new single ‘Dream’
Promising newcomer dia maté dials down the R&B melodrama for a luscious summertime tune that is built around…
Young Cebuana hailed Grand Superstar in ‘Born to be a Star’
Eighteen-year-old Cebuano talent Jehramae Trangia of Talisay City in Cebu was the grand winner in the second season…
ROLLER COASTER RIDE | The music keeps playing for Eduard Bañez
Since migrating to the United States, former Star Magic and MTV Asia host Eduard Bañez has found success…
PhilPop 2021 adapts to the new normal with digital songwriting bootcamp
PhilPop returns this year with a digital bootcamp that puts a spotlight on up-and-coming songwriters and composers in…
PINOY FIRST | ‘P-Pop’ boy band SB19 nominated in Billboard Music Awards 2021
Pinoy pop group SB 19 capped an incredible run to the top with their latest nomination as Top…
A Song Of Power And Bravery
Noela Amparo soars with anthemic new single
Francisco Martin bares soul in debut EP
After finishing in the Top 5 of American Idol Season 18, Filipino-American Francisco Martin has captured the hearts…
Master guitarist Noel Mendez takes flight with second Widescope release, ‘Halo-Halo’
Less than two months after the release of Unfolding, his debut EP for Widescope Entertainment, master guitarist Noel…
The Uncompromising Promises of Gin Rum and Truth
Gin Rum and Truth (GRT) is not known for their willingness to compromise. Undying in their love for…
Third Time’s The Charm
Japanese Breakfast showcases newfound confidence in upcoming release
Nothin’ but OPM in the House
ZILD, Huminga This is Zild’s second album in about a year, a follow-up to his immensely enjoyable debut…
Insight Music releases sleep-inducing album
Record label Insight Music, alarmed by the rapidly increasing cases of sleeplessness among this country’s adult population, seeks…
Lady rocker Caren Tevanny releases ‘Hiram’ music video
The ongoing pandemic changed everything, including how songs can be reflected upon. Case in point is how lady…