No more second-guessing because it’s finally coming true. ENHYPEN is ready to conquer the Philippine concert stage!
South Korean boy group ENHYPEN will stage their first-ever solo concert with not one, but two shows, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in February next year.
BELIFT LAB announced last October 18 that Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon, and Ni-ki will bring the ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR – MANIFESTO to Asia with stops in Bangkok and Manila in 2023. Presented by PULP Live World, MANIFESTO in Manila will see the boys dominate the Philippine concert stage with back-to-back concerts at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on February 4 and 5.
ENGENEs may purchase their tickets to the concert through the Fan Club Pre-Sale and General Sale on December 10 and December 11, respectively.
Registration for the Fan Club Pre-Sale started on November 7 at 1 p.m. and will end on November 11 at 1 p.m. local time. Fans who registered during the said period may secure their tickets during the Fan Club Pre-Sale on December 10 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. local time. Meanwhile, General Sale of tickets will begin on December 11 at 12 p.m. local time.
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More information regarding the concert, including the seat plan and ticket prices, will be unveiled soon through PULP Live World‘s official channels.
From Day One to a Future Perfect with Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon, and Ni-ki
Formed through the survival competition series I-Land, ENHYPEN, composed of Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon, and Ni-ki, received much anticipation from fans and the public ahead of their debut. Their official social media channels garnered more than one million followers ahead of their debut and their first extended play amassed more than 150,000 pre-orders within two days.
The boy group officially debuted with the release of Border: Day One, led by the single “Given-Taken”, on November 30, 2020. The extended play took the number one spot on the Gaon Album Chart and broke the record for the highest sales for a K-Pop group debuted in 2020 with more than 280,000 albums sold in its first week of release.
Such success extended to their next releases, breaking their previously set records with every album. Only a year after their debut, the boy group became million-sellers through their first studio album, Dimension: Dilemma which sold more than 1.1 million copies in two months following its release. They then repeated that feat with their third extended play, Manifesto: Day 1. The achievements made them the fastest K-Pop group to sell more than one million copies of two albums.
ENHYPEN continued to receive recognition for their works from various award-giving bodies, including Album Bonsang from the Golden Disc Awards, Best Performance Award from the Seoul Music Awards, and Artist of the Year from The Fact Music Awards. Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon, and Ni-ki also received nominations in this year’s Mnet Asian Music Awards under the categories Worldwide Fans’ Choice Top 10, Best Male Group, Artist of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Vocal Performance (Group) for “Polaroid Love”.
In addition to all the accolades, this year marked another milestone for the boy group as they embark on their first world tour, MANIFESTO, which kicked off with two concerts in Seoul in September. They then brought the tour to the United States, followed by Japan. In 2023, Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon, and Ni-ki will perform in Thailand and the Philippines in January and February 2023, respectively.
ENHYPEN 1ST WORLD TOUR – MANIFESTO in Manila is presented by PULP Live World and Happee Hour.
Mark your calendars, Philippine MIDZYs, because ITZY will finally return to Manila next year!
South Korean girl group ITZY will take over the Philippine concert stage and bring their first-ever world tour to the local shores in 2023.
Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna are ready to perform on a bigger stage for their Filipino fans as they stage ITZY THE 1ST WORLD TOUR – CHECKMATE in Manila on January 14, 2023, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Presented by Live Nation Philippines, the upcoming concert will signal the start of the Asia leg of the world tour that will also see the girls perform in Singapore, Indonesia, and Bangkok. In addition, the concert will mark the first concert of ITZY in the country in more than three years.
Fans can secure their tickets during the LNPH Pre-Sale and General On-Sale, happening on November 11 and 12, respectively.
LNPH Pre-Sale will start at 10 a.m. and end at 11:59 p.m. on November 11. To access the pre-sale, Live Nation members need to log in with their account during the event pre-sale period and book pre-sale tickets on the event page. Meanwhile, tickets will be available via SM Tickets outlets nationwide and through www.smtickets.com during the General On-Sale on November 12, starting 10 a.m. onwards.
Tickets are priced as follows:
VIP SEATED WITH SOUNDCHECK – โฑ13,500
Inclusions:
One (1) VIP ticket
Soundcheck
Early access to merchandise
Exclusive laminate and lanyard
LBA PREMIUM – โฑ11,850
LBA REGULAR – โฑ11,150
LBB PREMIUM – โฑ10,550
LBB REGULAR – โฑ9,950
UB PREMIUM – โฑ5,350
UB REGULAR – โฑ4,750
GEN AD – โฑ3,500
Ticket prices above are already inclusive of ticketing charges.
From a Rookie Grand Slam debut to first world tour with Checkmate
ITZY marked their first year in the K-Pop scene with a highly-successful debut through the single album, It’z Different, and the single, “Dalla Dalla”. Their debut year saw them take home rookie awards from different award-giving bodies, making them the first girl group to achieve a “Rookie Grand Slam”. Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna continued to exceed public expectations with their every release taking top positions in various charts in South Korea and abroad.
In 2022, they released their first Japanese single titled “Voltage” and came out with their fifth extended play in South Korea titled Checkmate, led by the single, “Sneakers”. In addition, this year saw the girl group embark on their first-ever world tour, Checkmate. The world tour kicked off in Seoul on August 6 and 7. They then extended the tour to North America with shows in Los Angeles and Phoenix in October.
ITZY will continue on the tour with concerts in Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, Chicago, Boston, and New York City in November, before kicking off the Asia leg in the Philippines on January 14, 2023.
Aside from the Philippines, 2023 will also see ITZY on the concert stages of Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand.
ITZY 1ST WORLD TOUR – CHECKMATE in Manila is presented by Live Nation Philippines.
Are you ready for the biggest musical event of 2022? Three legendary Club icons from the 80s 90s and early 2000 are set to perform in one stage on Saturday November 26, 2022 at the newest events place in the Metro, The Platform Events Place.
Reminisce the music of your life and dance to the hits that made it to the charts back then. Hear your favorite songs performed live. Sing to the beats of iconic hit songs -The Love I Lost.. Dove and Ever After that recently became trending online and eventually became a TIKTOK Sensation.
Get ready for a night of nostalgia and witness a once in a lifetime performance with The Club divas- Bonnie Bailey, Moony and Sybil. Club Divas Live in Manila is brought to you by House Manila Club- the premiere dance club in Newport World Resorts together with Joint Venture Audiovisual and Lightning Inc.
Date: November 26, 2022 Saturday Venue: The Platform Events Place (beside House Manila) Address: Lower Ground, Holiday Inn Express, Newport World Resorts, Pasay City
Tickets are available thru our accredited ticketing channels; Ticket Max and SM Tickets online or on site at House Manila. You may also book your tables via our hotline 09178324888/09499665737
It was a day to remember as Macbeth celebrated their 20th anniversary worldwide and its 10th anniversary in the Philippines. They treated their supporters with a successful Macbeth Music Festival: The 20th Anniversary Show (Concert + Fashion Show). Thousands of OPM band fans and fashion lovers packed the Metrotent Convention Center in Pasig City on October 8, 2022. The brand has created a 20+ band line up across different genres focused on the mainstream and underground music communities, merged with a fashion show.
The show has two connecting stages that give a unique runway with a back-to-back music experience to the audience. Rouge, an all-female band, opened the show with their lit performances, followed by Imbue No Kudos, Shotgun Combo, Lilith, Divina, and Written by the Stars. Other OPM bands were also present at the show, such as CHNDTR, Snakefight, Sucketseven, Fragments, Fastpitch, Even, Hilera, and Chocolate Factory rendered their one-of-a-kind rock n’ roll performances, which graced the attendees. The Soapdish and Mayonnaise bands, also celebrating their 20th anniversary, serenaded the crowd with their nostalgic songs, which everybody enjoyed.
After the iconic band “Sandwich” performance and before the fashion show started, a tribute LED clip for Jamir Garcia was shown. Garcia, the late vocalist of Slapshock, had a massive part in Macbeth’s milestone here in the Philippines.
Macbeth sets the pace with new collections launched at its first Fashion Show Concert event during Philippine Fashion Week. They showcased their three collections, the (1) Denim Collection, (2) Rock Collection, and the (3) 20th Anniversary Collection. While the 30 models are on their catwalks, the Macbeth All-Stars and Superbands also added some spice as they slay the runway with their carefully selected head-banging track list, which pays homage to the years when Macbeth started. Included in the song list are the following: Know Your Enemy by Green Day, Semi-Charmed Life by Third Eye Blind, Torn by Natalie Imbruglia and In Too Deep by Sum 41 played during โDenim Collectionโ.
For Macbeth All Stars โThe Switchโ they played Swing Swing by The All-American Rejects, and Thatโs What You Get by Paramore. Next on the list are Misery Business by Paramore, Teenagers by My Chemical Romance, One Step Closer by Linkin Park, My Friends Over You by New Found Glory, and Last Resort by Papa Roach played during โRock Collectionโ. For Macbeth All Star โMix Jamโ they played Ever Long and My Hero by Foo Fighters, followed by the song list for the โ20th Anniversary Collectionโ such as The Anthem by Good Charlotte, Whatโs My Age Again? by Blink-182, and Still Waiting by Sum 41. All the songs used were from the eras of the 90s and 2000s which is the root of Macbeth.
The jampacked amazing performances by Rico Blanco, Urbandub, and Chelsea Alley, left a mark as one of the memorable moments for the attendees and ended the show.
Aside from the concert and fashion show, Macbeth also invited their partners Ducati Philippines, and endorsers for Macbeth Machines line Multi Awarded International Racers — TJ Alberto (Access Plus Racing/Ducati), Norman Agojo, and Jay Taruc (Newscaster One PH and Ride PH Host) that also attracts the attention of the attendees and enjoys taking selfies with the cool drift cars and motorcycles during the event. There were also different personalities and celebrities spotted at the venue, and they were given a chance to be part of the exclusive mini-press conference during the music festival.
Behind this successful RAD event is Mr. Harold Solomon, the CEO of RAKISTA (REC Productions), who is also known to be the mastermind of the biggest OPM rock concerts in the Philippines, the “Rakrakan Festival.” The RAKISTA (REC Productions) team organized this collaborative “Macbeth Music Festival: The 20th Anniversary Show (Concert+Fashion Show)” directed by Mr. Benjie Estanislao and headed by the Marketing Manager of Macbeth, Ms. Rhome Yu.
The event was also sponsored by Ducati and Eurotel, who also participated during the event, and the attendees excitedly mobbed their booths.
It was a mixed emotion for both RAKISTA and the MACBETH team as they ended the show with a triumph and the whole team was grateful to all the people who came and witnessed the celebration of MACBETH’s 20 rocking years.
Feed your Seoul with the freshest K-pop Stars this November
The Korean wave, more commonly known as Hallyu, never stops at Ayala Malls! From K-Culture Festivals, K-Film Fest, and K-artist fan meets, Ayala ensures its patrons get nothing but the best experiences through its Feed Your Seoul Campaign which started back in July.
Gone are the days of online concerts and fan meets as fans of rising K-pop stars get to see and hear their faves up close and personal at select Ayala Malls across the country. Intrigued? Check out the hot line-up of K-pop groups coming to an Ayala Mall near you this November.
TAN (ํ)
Following the unwavering support of Filipinos towards various K-pop groups, To All Nations (TAN) is kickstarting their world tour in the Philippines following their latest comeback. The monster rookie group will hit fans with explosive performances of hit singles such as โBeautiful LIEโ, โDU DU DUโ, and โLouderโ.
Formed through MBCโs survival audition show โWild Idolโ, the 7-member boy group is set to capture hearts as they take center stage at Ayala Center Cebu on November 12, in partnership with Cebu K-pop Convention and SBTown. This is immediately followed by a show in partnership with Cliqueplay Events and SBTown on November 13 at Ayala Centrio Mall.
Lapillus (๋ผํ๋ฃจ์ค) and TFN (Formerly T1419)
Manila fans will not feel left out as two of the freshest groups are coming to the Metro! After its recent name change, TFN (formerly known as T1419) is making new career milestones just in time for its recent comeback. The South KoreanโJapanese boy band will be bagging new fans left and right as they show off their striking visual charms and musical versatility in Manila this November as they perform songs from their brand-new EP โBefore Sunrise Part. 4.
K-pop girl group Lapillus has recently made waves across the country as they make their first-ever performance in the Philippines at Market Market! and Ayala Fairview Terraces. Missed seeing the six-member group in the flesh the first time around? Fret not as the powerful rookie group, which includes former ABS CBN Filipino-Argentinian member Chanty, is coming back to perform songs off of their freshest EP โGirl’s Round Part.1โ. Get ready to scream, shout, and dance along with fellow fans as you watch them perform hit songs such as โGRATATAโ and โQueendomโ live.
Catch both groups in person at TriNoma on November 12 and Glorietta on November 13. Donโt miss out on seeing and hearing these rising K-pop artists live at an Ayala Mall near you, where amazing is real!
For updates and announcements, tune in at Ayala Malls social media pages @AyalaMalls360 on Facebook and @iloveayalamalls on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.
Eric Nam is coming back to the Philippines for a night full of fun with Filipino Nam Nation!
The multi-talented Eric Nam will make his way back to the Philippine concert stage on November 10 at the Samsung Hall, kicking off the Asia leg of his There and Back Again tour in the country.
The multi-hyphenate promises a fun-filled concert — with a lot of singing and dancing — that will show a performance he is confident in and happy with for his Filipino Nam Nation. “That type of positive energy I have doing the show, it connects with the people who are watching and they walk away having had a good time,” he told Philippine Concerts in an exclusive interview. He will perform his best hits, including tracks from his latest album, There and Back Again, particularly “I Don’t Know You Anymore”, “Wildfire”, and “Any Other Way”, which he is most excited to bring to the stage for his local fans.
The upcoming Manila stop of There and Back Again marks Eric Nam’s first concert in the country after almost three years since his concert in 2020. The singer-songwriter recounted roaming around the Metro and having good food. He also expressed admiration for Filipinos, lauding their love for the arts. “I feel like the people in the Philippines are so warm and so kind. More than anything, they love music. That’s what I really respect and love about Filipino people — You have a deep understanding and love for the arts,” he remarked.
In addition to reuniting with his Filipino fans, the tour, together with the album, marked a significant milestone in his career. The There and Back Again album served as his first release as an independent artist, following the end of his contract under his former agency. He admitted that going independent offers both pros and cons. “Being an independent artist is at times great and at times very difficult,” he said.
Still despite everything, he is happy and grateful to be an independent artist and be in control of his own career. “I think it’s really great that I am able to put music out, to tour the world, act in things, and take part in really cool projects as an independent musician. For that, I’m really grateful,” he added.
Moreover, the seven-track album signified his journey coming to South Korea to professionally pursue music and returning to the United States to continue what he started overseas and pursue his lifelong dream to be a singer in the US. And the journey there and back again was daunting, said Eric Nam. “Taking that journey, which almost took me ten years in Korea, and coming back to the States and reimagining and reengineering my career here was a daunting and very scary task,” he remarked. But the shift was also something he believes he had and wanted to do. It was a big shift — not only in terms of his career, but life in general.
Eric Nam came to South Korea in 2011 to compete in the second season of Star Audition: Birth of a Great Star. The following year, he officially signed under a label to debut as a solo artist, and the rest, as often said, is history. The singer-songwriter considered that period a “very momentous, important period” in his life. “It still is,” he said.
The year 2022 also marked ten years since he officially started his professional music career in South Korea. It was a decade of figuring things out about himself, what he wants to do, what he wants to create with his time on Earth. According to him, he spent those years figuring and experimenting various things in the entertainment world which he was happy and grateful to have the chance to do.
Despite the ups and downs of the past ten years, the multi-talented star lives without regrets. I try not to have regrets because you tend to dwell on the past and not think about how you can improve for the future, ” he remarked. He admitted that there were instances he wanted to quit or wished he never started, but he considers those moments as significant to his journey.” I take it as a pat on the back like ‘Hey, you got through it. Now, do whatever uou you want to do,” he said.
Aside from music, Eric Nam is known for the many hats he wears and different projects he undertakes, including MINDSET by DIVE Studios, a wellness platform that creates a space where people will feel safe to be seen and heard. “We created MINDSET because we believe that, sometimes, you just need to hear that you are not alone in whatever struggle or hardship you are going through,” he said. MINDSET has featured artists from various countries and genres who share their stories, including members of SEVENTEEN, GOT7, (G)I-DLE, iKON, Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray, and more. Given the chance, he also wish to have members of BTS and BLACKPINK on the platform. “They give us incredible performances and music, but at the same time, I’m sure they go through a lot of things that we all go through. To hear those conversations — not necessarily negative stuff — but to hear about the struggles they have, just very normal struggles, and for us to feel seen and to feel heard and to feel connected in that way. I think it will be incredible,” he said.
Eric Nam hopes that the platform become an avenue for mental health awareness. “It’s not always the easiest because we are very sensitive in terms of how we tell stories — important stories. I hope people are being positively affected by it and are enjoying and appreciating the content,” he added.
With everything he is already doing, Eric Nam promises that there is more to look forward to in the future. He will make his acting debut with Transplant that he hopes will open more actinh projects for him.
The singer-songwriter is also back in the studio, working on a new album for next year. A secret new music project is in the works and will be out in January 2023. He also teased new contents for DIVE Studios and MINDSET are coming. In addition, he revealed that he started to write and produce for TV shows and movies.
“It’s a lot of things, but for me, I’ve found that having a lot of things encourages my curiosity and creativity, so they kind of work together and I’m able to pull from different sides. That’s what I’ve enjoyed about my creative process,” he shared.
And Eric Nam hopes that with all the things to come, his Nam Nation will be there for it and like it. Before all the big treats for next year, the multi-talented star will treat his fans to more concerts as he brings There and Back Again tour to Asia, starting with the Philippines.
“All my Filipino Nam Nation, thank you so much for waiting for three years to see me. I’ve been so excited about going back to the Philippines and I can’t wait to see you. We’re gonna have a great time. The show, I promise you, is a lot of fun. It’s unlike anything you’ve seen. It’s gonna be a blast. Come on with comfortable shoes on and be ready to sing. I can’t wait to see you. Thank you so much for the love,” expressed the singer-songwriter.
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Eric Nam will be performing live and bringing a live band along for a fun-filled evening at the Samsung Hall on November 10. Tickets to the show are available via SM Tickets outlets and online.
Illiteracy is a key issue that hampers an individual’s ability to function in society. It limits employment opportunities and perpetuates the cycle of poverty. In the Philippines, pockets of illiteracy remain despite having a basic literacy rate of more than 95%.
Recognizing the crucial role literacy plays in uplifting lives, Globe has partnered with NABU, a reading app and mother tongue publishing platform that makes literacy accessible to children globally. Based in New York, NABU is a nonprofit organization focused on eradicating poverty through increased literacy.
The partnership is in line with Globeโs commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including UN SDG No. 4 on the provision of quality education, and UN SDG No. 17, which highlights the value of partnerships in achieving the sustainable development goals.
“Globe is always looking for ways to empower Filipinos. We believe that literacy is a fundamental right that should be accessible to everyone. This partnership with NABU will help us make reading more accessible to Filipinos, so they can learn, appreciate local culture, and reach their full potential,” said Yoly Crisanto, Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer of the Globe Group.
“We are excited to be partnering with Globe on this project. This is the first time that we are venturing into the Philippine market. We are confident that this partnership will help us solve the imbalance in childrenโs book creation and distribution,โ said Tanyella Evans, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Creator of NABU.
According to a joint report released by the United Nations Childrenโs Fund (UNICEF), the UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and the World Bank titled โWhere are we on Education Recovery?,โ the Philippines is currently experiencing a โlearning povertyโ where an estimated 70% of 10-year olds in low- and middle-income countries are unable to read or comprehend a simple story.
Their findings also showed how learning has become further exacerbated by the global pandemic, driven by the disruption to in-person schooling.
Through this partnership, Globe will serve as a distribution unit for NABU’s e-books throughout the Philippines to complement studentsโ learning. Anyone can access the Nabu.org mobile app for free.
Together, the two organizations are bringing more than a hundred Filipino books, with some translated into regional languages such as Hiligaynon, Bicolano, Ilokano, Cebuano, and Maranao. NABU believes that helping children read in their local language first allows their confidence to grow. Having culturally-represented, original, and relatable stories in bilingual text increases the childโs motivation to read.
Over the next two years, Globe and NABU will seek to expand the platformโs reach by partnering with schools and learning facilities. NABU is also excited to hone the skills of Filipino creatives such as writers and illustrators to continue telling and creating more stories that reach a wider audience.
The NABU: Multilingual Kids Books app may be downloaded for free on Google Play Store and App Store. For further details, visit https://www.nabu.org/read/ or https://www.nabu.org/tl/philippines.
Globe has always been a strong advocate of reading and comprehension. It has the Globe eLibrary mobile app and website (https://globeelibrary.ph/), which contain hundreds of English classic titles, age-appropriate storybooks, eLearning videos, and other resource materials that can be viewed online or downloaded for later use.
To learn more about Globe, visit www.globe.com.ph.
Three months after holding the number one spot on Netflix, the return of the dark fantasy series is finally going to happen.
The Sandman, which was produced and distributed by Netflix, was unquestionably one of the most anticipated works of 2022. The hugely acclaimed and influential comic book series authored by Neil Gaiman served as the inspiration for the television show, which made its debut on August 5th. The Sandman was not quickly renewed despite the acclaim of critics and the great reaction it had upon its initial premiere. Nevertheless, the streaming service Netflix has just announced that the show would continue for a second season.
The streaming giant made the announcement on Twitter with a brief teaser video that showed Morpheus’s iconic mask emerging from a bed of sand.
Yes, itโs true: The Sandman will return to Netflix!
"There are some astonishing stories waiting for Morpheus & the rest of themโฆ Now itโs time to get back to work. Thereโs a family meal ahead… And Lucifer is waiting for Morpheus to return to Hell," says @neilhimselfpic.twitter.com/TbA3hnD5f6
There has been no announcement made regarding the release date of the second season or the total number of episodes that it will contain.
On the other hand, it would appear like an agreement has been reached. And this is fantastic news because The Sandman, which has been in development hell for decades, has finally emerged as the best adaptation we could have hoped for.
Photo courtesy of Netflix
Morpheus, portrayed by Tom Sturridge, is the main character of the Sandman series. Morpheus is the personification of dreams and the ruler of the realm known as “The Dreaming.” After escaping a century-long captivity, Morpheus embarks on a mission to retrieve stolen personal artifacts and bring his realm, which had fallen into disrepair in his absence, back to its former glory. In addition to the mesmerizing performance that Tom Sturridge gave as Morpheus/Dream, the rest of the cast, led by Kyo Ra/Vanesu Samunyai as Rose Walker, Vivienne Acheampong as Lucienne, Boyd Holbrook as the Corinthian, and Patton Oswalt as Matthew the Raven, gave outstanding and enigmatical turns as well. This allowed the series to shine brighter than it otherwise would have. Other notable cast members included Mason Alexander Park as Desire, Jenna Coleman as Johanna Constantine, Gwendoline Christie as Lucifer Morningstar, David Thewlis as John Dee, Kirby Howell-Baptiste as Death, and David Thewlis as John Dee. Other notable cast members included Mason Alexander Park as Desire.
Pinoy rock queens Acel Bisa, Aia de Leon, Barbie Almalbis, Hannah Romawac, Kitchie Nadal, and Lougee Basabas will come together for TANAW, a concert that celebrates Filipino music, rekindles past loves, and welcomes newfound inspiration.
Prior to taking the stage at The Theatre at Solaire on November 26 for a one-night-only concert, OPM icons Hannah Romawac, Acel Bisa, Aia De Leon, and Lougee Basabas granted Philippine Concerts an exclusive interview where they talked about the upcoming show, OPM, and so much more.
Philippine Concerts: For a one-night-only performance at The Theatre at Solaire, TANAW brings you together. How do you feel about getting together for this unique concert?
Hannah Romawac: So many feelings but what really shines through is gratefulness.
Acel Bisa: I feel excited, thrilled, and honestly so honored to share the stage again with Aia, Barbie, Hannah, Lougee, and Kitchie.
Aia De Leon: Feels like a beautiful resurrection. On the heels of a jarring pandemic, there was a shift in the way I saw the time, quality, and the things that remain to be the most important things in life. The fellowship with these ladies is one of them. There is no other group of people who will have understood the fullness of my life, in every aspect, except for these ladies.
We grew up in an era together, we paid our dues together. We share a profound joy in making music, writing songs, and performing them in front of a live audience.
We’ve never braved a celebration on this scale together before, and I feel very blessed to be a part of this.
PC: What does TANAW signify to you?
Hannah: The word itself means to either look back or look forward. The word has fluidity. Itโs not stagnant which is something I could say the same about the women in this show.ย
Acel: To me โTanawโ signifies a deep hope. It is looking from afar, reflecting and enjoying the nostalgia of the past, yet more than just merely looking into an unknown future, a state of living in the present, still vibrant, full of energy, aspiration, and hope.
Aia: It could’ve been BALIK TANAW. But it isn’t. TANAW is to build further from what we’ve sown.
PC: What can your fans expect from the concert and what kinds of performances can we look forward to on November 26?
Hannah: Will definitely play the music that will make you feel like it was 2004, but also have lovely collaborations with the ladies.
Acel: For sure we will reminisce and enjoy each otherโs solo performances โ The hits of way back, and also for my slot, I will share a new song I wrote that is very special to me. There will also be some collaborations that weโve been practicing. The evening will be something we all dreamt of doing and so happy that it will finally become a reality.
Aia: 3 hours, to celebrate YOUR best life.ย
PC: You have demonstrated your enduring power with sold-out tours and concerts, chart-topping songs and albums, and a devoted fanbase, starting from your early days as lead vocalists of the late โ90s/early 2000s bands to forging your identity as individual artists. How would you sum up your musical and professional development throughout the years?
Hannah: Itโs hard to sum up something thatโs ever-changing. Music to me has been the longest relationship Iโve ever been in. Weโve had a lot of ups and downs. Iโve fallen in and out of love with it but somehow still find my way back. Through the years it has taught me resilience, courage, kindness, and love. For that, I will always be grateful.ย
Acel: To be honest, and more than what people remember from nearly two decades ago, from an artistic point-of-view I never really โleftโ making music. Iโd like to think my music has always been incrementally growing. When I transitioned and became a solo artist in 2008, it was a bit challenging for me to start, but through the years I learned to enjoy working with different musicians, arrangers, and producers.
For sure โ more than the hit songs, Iโve continued to write new songs, continued to collaborate, and never really stopped recording and producing. What thrills me the most is that, over the years, the musicians I get to work with are getting younger and younger โ and the technology to execute the sounds is more available and so much more impressive than ever before.
To sum it up: Iโd like to think of my music as โmulti-generationalโ. I donโt think Iโll ever stop, really.
Aia: The ebb and tide revealed to me who I was and who I should work to become. The path has not always been clear, impostor syndrome can eat up a good woman sometimes. But a significant realization for me was that I have my community (at different eras in my life) to thank, of whom without, none of any amount of success I had would’ve happened to me.
PC: How would you characterize the current situation of Filipino music, particularly Filipino rock?
Hannah: In general, Filipinos listen to Western music more than their own. Pre-pandemic, that demand is fed by an influx of international acts coming to the country. That gave Filipinos more access and connection to the artist and their music.
Somehow the pandemic changed that. With Live music taking a break, borders closing, and no international artist access, Filipinos started to look inward and appreciate the uniqueness and ability of OPM artists to experiment with various styles and genres. Looking at the charts now, most of them are new OPM artists. The pandemic ushered in a rebirth of the 90s OPM golden ageโ2.0.
Filipino Rock is the cornerstone of OPM. One of the, if not the, most dynamic and vibrant categories of the local music scene. Itโs incredible how there are a lot of very young talented artists just making their music the way they want to. So unique and creative.
Back in our time, there was a mold you follow whether you were rock, pop, ballads, etc. But these days, since kids have more access to new technology, they experiment with a lot of different sounds/styles and make their own version of rock and itโs amazing!
Acel: Right now itโs at levels weโd never imagined. Itโs so wonderful to see home-grown Filipino musicians getting international attention even. Iโm not too updated with the โrockโ scene itself. I donโt think there is much of a distinction anymore when it comes to a musical genre. I believe the lines are somewhat blurred and people donโt really talk about the underground purity of โrockโ or โalternative rockโ as they used to before. It seems that today, pretty much everybody is a โrockstarโโฆ and while that could be a funny thing. It is also a serious thing. Sometimes we all need to be reminded to stay true and to stay humble.
Aia: Many doors have been opened, and many ears are tuned in. I celebrate how far the scene has gone and the stretch of greatness it’s headed towards.ย
Lougee Basabas: The pandemic has brought about a collaborative spirit and a strong sense of solidarity among artists. The Philippine band scene is slowly setting its wheels in motion, opening its gates to live events once again. The energy that both performers and audience have clamored for in the past years has brought back a great sense of nostalgia, a familiar sense of belonging. It’s exciting to witness the band scene coming to life again.
PC: What steps do you believe need to be taken for OPM to grow even more?
Hannah: I think this doesnโt just apply to OPM or music. Whatever endeavor we all take in life, if we try our best to be kind to one another, we can all move through life with a bit more empathy for others. When we encourage and support, then we can all thrive.
Acel: Thereโs plenty of room for growth but in order to grow: I think the very first step, I believe, as artists, is to recognize that we are not โin competitionโ with each other.
Especially in this day and age when there are pressures in so-called metrics like view counts or stream counts โ It is so tempting to compare and feel discouraged or depressed when there are comparisons being made. We forget that these are not a reflection of each otherโs true artistic value.
As Filipino musicians, we all have a beautiful song worth listening to and there will always be someone on the other end of their headset, wherever in the world they may be, from whatever background they may come from, whose life will be moved when they listen and sing-along to our songs.
Aia: To not stop? I think this is the only pressure one should carry on their shoulders.ย
PC: What advice do you have for aspiring Filipino musicians?
Hannah: Be brave. A lot of things might not go the way you plan them out but just push through. Keep being creative and collaborate with people that inspire you.ย
Acel: Know your own voice โbe inspired but do not imitate. Go deep into your heart to find your biggest โwhyโ in making music. Doing it for fame and money would just kill the life in you. Do it because the art gives you joy and do it with a purpose that would echo in eternity, for that purpose, is the fuel that makes the passion burn. Steward this gift with care, love, and responsibility. Your song has the power that can bring healing and hope.
Aia: Forget the fame, grow the love for music.ย
PC: What is your final message to your fans?
Hannah: A big thank you to all of you out there. Your support through the years is something I will forever cherish.
Acel: Thank you for your continuous support of my music. It gives me the joy to know that my music and the songs I work on together with my musician friends continue to bring comfort and hope.
Aia: This is not my final message, but it is a message of gratitude. Many many times you have been a godsend; you who took the time to brave a gig alone and led to braving more gigs alone, you who walked up to me and said, “You made songs that talked me out of suicide”, you who seized me by the shoulders saying, “DON’T STOP”
Your voices agitated the dying hope I have at certain moments in my life, your encouragement stomped out the fires of doubt, and you listened when no one else would. And even now you still wait for things to be written and sung. By me.ย
Thank you for the life you breathe in me.ย May your belief repower my courage.
TANAW with Acel Bisa, Aia de Leon, Barbie Almalbis, Hannah Romawac, Kitchie Nadal, and Lougee Basabas
TANAW will mark the first time that six of the most iconic names in Pinoy rock will perform together on one stage, happening on November 26 at The Theatre at Solaire. Tickets to TANAW are available for purchase via Ticket World.
This event is produced by GNN Entertainment and co-presented by The Theatre at Solaire.
Globe, the most reliable mobile network in the Philippines, continues to bring many firsts that help make every day better for every Filipino.
Globe announced exciting offers and upcoming events at the Globe Innovation Fest, held for the first time on ground at The Globe Tower in BGC on Thursday, November 3, 2022.
To showcase the different ways that Globe uplifts lives, the company brought together a series of exciting announcements and previews from its different businesses and partner brands through the Globe Innovation Fest (GIF) 2022.
GIF highlights stories and platforms that allow Globe customers to experience compassion as well as life-enhancing experiences, everyday acts of kindness and generosity, and enabling programs to help them grow, learn, and thrive.
โGlobe is dedicated to improving the lives of Filipinos by giving them the latest innovations, products, and solutions to address their pain points. Our customers have access to a rich ecosystem of services across health, finance, education, e-commerce, and entertainment, among others.ย Through all of these digital solutions, we aim to deliver the kind of service and care that our customers can count on,โ said Globe Group President and CEO Ernest Cu.
During the hybrid event held via Globe Virtual Hangouts Metaverse, Globe introduced upcoming events and offers that customers will surely enjoy in the coming months.
World-class entertainment
At the GIF, Globe shared news on several events that will bring exciting entertainment experiences to Filipinos.
Globe is thrilled to be the first telco operator to offer special packages for customers in the Philippines to enjoy the popular streaming service, Disney+. Finally, Filipinos can enjoy the incredible collection of general entertainment content on Disney+ from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and Star, starting November 17, 2022. Download the GlobeOne app to learn more and avail.
Also on the streaming front, Erben Pilapil-Tuazon, Portfolio Director at Globeโs Get Entertained Tribe, announced Globeโs partnership with Tap Digital Media Ventures Corp (TapDMV) for the Philippine broadcast of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 on TapGO TV Pay Per View, happening this November and December. TapDMV is the Exclusive Philippine Licensee of FIFA to stream the event.
With the partnership, Globe customers and GCash users can get an All-Access pass to the World Cup via TapGo TV pay-per-view at P1,999, with a P100 rebate.
Globe also prepared an exciting lineup of concerts and activities that customers will surely enjoy as on-ground events see a comeback.
Denisse Arao, Globeโs Strategic Sponsorships and Partnerships Manager, announced the highly-anticipated return of Korean pop supergroup BLACKPINK, who will be here on March 25 and 26, 2023 for the Manila leg of their Born Pink World Tour. Globe users should stay tuned for exclusive offers, early access, merch giveaways, and unique on-ground experiences.
Also coming to thrill their Filipino fans are Thailandโs biggest stars Bright (Vachirawit Chivaaree), Win (Metawin Opas-iamkajorn), Dew Jirawat, and Nani Harunkit. The boys will hold a November 19 concert and also appear in an exclusive event for Globe customers on November 20, said Globe Prepaid Brand Manager Jam Ng.
Tuazon, meanwhile, drummed up excitement for the Head in the Clouds Festivalโ the largest Asian-centric festival in Americaโ which will be held for the first time in the Philippines on December 9 and 10, 2022, focusing on the brightest Filipino talents. Globe customers stand to win tickets through various raffle promos.
Globe Chief Commercial Officer Issa Guevarra-Cabreira opens this year’s Globe Innovation Fest, where Globe announced exciting offers and upcoming events to uplift Filipinos’ digital lifestyle.
And for the Bonifacio Global Cityโs annual Holiday Celebration, Globe will be holding activities for its customers at the Serenade Concert at the 5th Ave., BGC every Saturday from November 26 until December 17.ย The concert will feature artists Zack Tabudlo, Unique, Adie and OPM icon Jose Mari Chan, the voice behind the countryโs most popular holiday music staples.
Globe announced exciting offers and upcoming events at the Globe Innovation Fest, held for the first time on ground at The Globe Tower in BGC on Thursday, November 3, 2022.
Aside from the concerts, Globe recently held the search for Kmmunity Kreator where Globe Kmmunity members showcased their talents inspired by their favorite K-stars. The winners will be announced on December 3 and 4 at KmmunityPH Kโtizens Choice Awards 2022. All four (4) winners will receive P25,000 worth of GCash credits and P2,000 worth of Shopee vouchers. They will also officially become #HallyuTalkPH content creators for TikTok and official KmmunityPH Ambassadors.
Meanwhile, 0917 Lifestyle was relaunched as a gadgets and apparel brand focusing on bridging everyone’s online and offline life. With their new pop up store along High Street in BGC, everything on 0917’s online platforms can now be seen and experienced firsthand, according to Gladys Rojas, 0917 Lifestyle Head.
Product offers and innovations
Globe also provides hope, growth, and enjoyment with new innovations that keep life moving forward.
Anne David, Globe Business Integrated Marketing Head, talked about Globe for Educationโs search for Heroes of Learning, an initiative to honor those who have championed learning despite the everyday challenges they have faced through the use of technology.
Globe also partnered with Google Philippines to upskill Filipinos by providing scholarships through Google Career Certificates, a program where Globe Prepaid and TM customers may receive access to IT certificate courses.
On connectivity, Globe has various pioneering and affordable offers for customers to enjoy.
Moriah Ganzon, Globe At Home Postpaid Marketing Lead for Online Channel, meanwhile, shared Globeโs pioneering avenue for connectivity, TMBayan Fiber WiFi, a prepaid WiFi service that aims to deliver reliable and affordable fiber connectivity in communities across the country for as low as P50 unlimited for 3 days.
Globe At Home has also made access to fiber connectivity fast and instant via the new GFiber online channel, which provides end-to-end digital support, from easy application to a 24-hour installation guarantee and real-time technician tracking. Disney+ Premium Plan will soon be made available on us, to new and existing customers who upgrade to GFiber Unli Plans 2499 and up.
Globe At Home is also set to become among the first in Southeast Asia to offer Fiber-To-The-Room (FTTR) technology, providing extremely fast and ultra seamless WiFi connection with a speed and coverage 10 times the traditional WiFi network and capacity to handle up to 128 device connections. Existing Globe At Home customers may simply add this to their bill. With GFiber Unli plans boosted by FTTR, the digital experience at home will reach a whole new level.
On the other hand, Anna Baldos, Globe Prepaid Portfolio Head, shared how the new Go+ promos further help Gen Zs own their future with its freebie offerings. Go+ enables customers to pursue their passions with an additional 8GB for their favorite apps and sites. Plus, it also allows them to get their new essentials online with exclusive lifestyle vouchers from e-commerce apps.
As Globe continues to make industry-leading ventures, Globe Prepaid talked about Virtual Hangouts Metaverse. The platform offers first-in-the-country metaverse and hybrid experiences for passion-driven Gen Zs to enhance their tech engagement and give them valuable learning opportunities to turn their passions into professions.
At the same time, Globe again paves the way for Filipinos to live a life without boundaries with immersive experiences through innovations in Web3 and the metaverse. It has partnered with MetaverseGo for exclusive access to Metaverse and redemption of GUDI squad NFTs with Globe Rewards points so the community can experience the new virtual space first.
Globe also strives to make every day a win for gamers.
Gaming for Globe ranges from casual to committed. Globe GoGAMES is a fun and simple way for customers to earn rewards points by playing hyper-casual games on the GlobeOne App.
During a Fireside Chat with Jed Reyes-Cuerva, Portfolio Manager for Games and Esports, Globe also recently participated as the main presenter of the Electronic Sports and Gaming Summit (ESGS), the countryโs premier gaming convention which made a comeback as an in-person event this year.
As it constantly aspires to uplift the lives of Filipinos, Globe makes every day easier, simpler, more rewarding, and more fulfilling.
The Globe of Good ecosystem provides nutrition, upskilling, livelihood, and education to those in need and gives customers a chance to help. Through the Hapag Movement, for instance, customers can donate Rewards points or GCash to provide food and livelihood support for those suffering from involuntary hunger.
Customers can also unlock rewarding experiences that will allow them to make the most of their every day, with the GlobeOne App.
โTo improve the lives of many, we always strive to do better for our customers and stakeholders. We want our customers to feel that we are here with them to make life easier and exciting every day,โ said Globe Chief Commercial Officer Issa Guevarra-Cabreira.
Everyone is a true original. We march to the beat of our own drums, with the freedom to design our life exactly the way we want it. Goodbye to treading the โtraditional,โ and hereโs to paving our own exciting paths. Whether you like the adrenaline of living it up in the fast lane or taking it slow and steady, cruising through life on your own terms, JBL understands that thereโs no such thing as a โone-sizeโ fits all kind of lifestyle. That’s why JBL continues to innovate and provide SOUND ALL AROUND.
JBL is the brand for all your audio needs–encompassing all aspects of sound, whatever your field. From professionals, to students, athletes, gamers, content creators, and more, every person can enjoy unique sound tailored to their own story. And in pursuit of providing only the best for each individual, JBL is introducing a new range of essentials under the gaming, sports, speakers, and True Wireless categories.ย
Here, find exactly what you need that that reflects your own reality. Itโs time to elevate your life and your sound trip with JBL!
Living Hands-Free
For students and professionals, you may find yourself spending countless of hours commuting or hanging out at your work/ study desk, tackling the dayโs load. Allow yourself to fully focus on your task at hand or make the trip around the campus or city more enjoyable with JBLโs True Wireless Earbuds.
The JBLWave Beam and JBLWave Buds are perfect if you want to bring your sound everywhere. With bass you can feel and a battery life of up to 32 hours, these ear candies deliver crystal clear sound with Smart Ambient technology that keeps you aware of your surroundings.
For the go-getting entrepreneur or professional, the JBL Tune Flex is a flex you should get. Its ergonomic and water-resistant design gives you all-day comfort for any weather. In addition, itโs designed with a simple touch feature that allows you to manage and enjoy calls anywhere, without ambient noises. Now, you can choose whether you want to tune out the world or engage with your surroundings.
Working/ studying from home? No problem. The JBLLive Free 2 and the JBLLive Pro 2 allow you to make clear, perfect calls with six beamforming mics. You can also access your preferred voice assistant for seamless, hands-free control and connection. The Live Free 2 earbuds deliver up to 35 hours of incredible JBL Signature Sound (with 7 hours in the earbuds + 28 hours in the case), speed charging, and Qi-compatible wireless charging for when your batteries need a boost. The Live Pro2 delivers the same amazing benefits with up to 40 hours of incredible JBL Signature Sound (with 10 hours in the earbuds + 30 hours in the case). Each are beautifully designed to fit your aesthetic and give you a stylishly elevated, ergonomic set.ย
Born to Move
When youโre in the zone, nothing should distract you. JBLโs in-ear sports earphones keep you on track, especially if you want to be unstoppable. For athletes and other active individuals, the JBL Run 2 and the Run 2 B make for a perfect fit.
These wireless sets will get you the motivation you need to push harder. Their FlipHookdesign adapt to an in-ear or behind-the-ear fit for convenience. In addition, the comfortable combination of FlexSoftear tips and TwistLocktechnology guarantees that they will never to hurt or fall out. Heading out into the rain or heat? Thanks to IPX5 waterproof, these wireless headphones keep up with you every step of the way. Enjoy a playback of 10 hours, an in-line microphone, and remote for hands-free control of sound and calls.ย
Built to Win
Gaming is no longer just a hobby, itโs a real profession. And if youโre looking for a set that helps you stand out, then going with the JBL Quantum 810 is a must! Fully immerse in a new world ushered by the signature JBL QuantumSOUND, which makes even the tiniest audio details come in crystal clear; and JBL QuantumSURROUND, the best spatial surround sound for gaming with DTS Headphone:X version 2.0 technology.
If youโre more on-the-go, JBL Quantum TWS is for you. Play anywhere and hear everything as this innovative pair features True Adaptive Noise Cancelling technology. Lose yourself in the game and limit distractions with accurate surround sound. Easily Fast Pair with Bluetooth smartphones and establish low latency 2.4GHz connections to compatible devices with the included USB-C dongle.
Life of the Party
#YOLO Make every day and every gathering one for the books! Turn your space into a club with the JBLBoombox 3, the most powerful portable Bluetooth speaker now made even better! Itโs been redesigned with a new subwoofer unleashing much deeper bass and massive JBL Original Pro Sound, all with lower distortion. Party to 24 hours of play time, hyping you up from your morning workout to the late-night rendezvous with your friends.
For a truly unforgettable experience, grab the JBL PartyBox Encore speaker and the JBL Pulse 5. Sync the lightshow’s rockin’ strobes, ring, and club lights for an awesomely immersive experience. You can also sing along with JBL PartyBox Encoreโs premium digital wireless mic, optimized for karaoke with adjustable echo, bass, and treble. Both speakers are dustproof and waterproof so take them from your backyard to the beach and beyond!
Life is what you make it. So, enjoy every moment and dive into the perfect sound trip every day with JBL. Now, thatโs a vibe.ย
Top K-Pop performers and the best Filipino artists came together for Hallyuween 2022 to create the most extraordinary and magical concert the Philippines has ever witnessed.
Presented by PULP Live World, the first K-Pop Halloween party ever held in the Philippines, Hallyuween 2022, delivered on its promise of being a unique occasion with a lineup that combines K-Pop, P-Pop, and drag, excellent music that gets you moving, enjoyable activities for every participant, the chance to dress up and go all out with your costume, a dance floor, and much more.
K-Pop and P-Pop acts and Philippine drag queens came together for an extraordinary Halloween party. Prior to the main event, the artists met up with the members of the press for a media conference.
Minty Fresh, Lady Gagita, and Lady Morgana launched the Hallyuween 2022 stage, demonstrating what Philippine drag is all about and getting the party started. Lady Gagita and Lady Morgana sang Lady Gaga’s “Paparazzi” and Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” respectively, while Minty Fresh did Ariana Grande’s “Break Free.”
Gaho and the band Kave took the stage next, bringing back all the K-Drama emotions with live renditions of “Start Over” from Itaewon Class and “Running” from Start Up, as well as their finest songs and a cover of BLACKPINK’s “How You Like That.” Gaho also stepped down and interacted with the fans.
The crowd cheered louder as PENTAGON returned to the Philippine concert stage for Hallyuween 2022, making Universe’s dream a reality. The boys put on fantastic performances, including “Feelin Like,” “Call My Name,” and “Shine.”
The artists expressed excitement to take part in the first K-Pop Halloween party in the Philippines.
BGYO, the Aces of P-Pop, demonstrated what Filipino talent is all about by performing a medley of their greatest hits, including “The Light,” “Kundiman,” and their most recent single, “Magnet.” The quintet, the only P-Pop group in the lineup, hailed performing at the event as an honor and a dream come true.
KARD, who arrived in the most amazing Halloween costume, left the audience wanting more with renditions of their best hits, including “Ring the Alarm,” “Oh NaNa,” “Don’t Recall,” and others. Taking over from KARD, EPIK HIGH heightened the excitement that evening with “NO THANXXX,” spending no time in getting everyone on their feet with high-energy performances such as “Burj Khalifa,” “One,” and “Born Hater.”
The Hallyuween 2022 crowd has not had the time to recuperate from the seemingly never-ending amazing stages when the baddest female, CL, approaches the stage with her oozing charisma and unshakeable stage presence. Her much-anticipated performance at the event marked her triumphant return to the Philippine concert stage. And, in classic CL fashion, the rapper did not disappoint, bringing nostalgia on stage with an entrance to 2NE1’s “I Am The Best,” before treating everyone to a parade of her best hits including “Spicy,” “Hwa,” “The Baddest Female,” “Chuck,” “Doctor Pepper,” and “Hello Bitches.”
And the party experience will not be complete without DJ Soda’s incredible performance, which had the crowd dancing and rocking out for a full Halloween party experience like no other. The renowned DJ got the celebration going and the energy stayed high till the conclusion.
Minty Fresh, Lady Gagita, Lady Morgana, Gaho and KAVE, PENTAGON, BGYO, KARD, Epik High, CL, and DJ Soda during their performances at the Hallyuween 2022. (Photos during CL’s set by Joel H. Garcia for PULP Live World)
Hallyuween 2022 gave an all-encompassing experience that included Halloween, K-Pop, P-Pop, drag, and party in a single show, making it really unique. With an incredible roster, well-thought-out fan experiences, and more, the first K-Pop Halloween party in the Philippines was an event we want to attend every year.
Hallyuween 2022 was presented by PULP Live World. Special thanks to PULP Live World for the invite.
KPopโs Monster Rookie Group, TAN, is coming to the Philippines! The KPop idol group is going on a world tour, and the Philippines is their first destination.TAN, which stands for โTo All Nationsโ, is heading to the country for their FIRST STEP: To AllNations Philippine Promotion Tour on November 3-14, 2022.
The group is eager to take one step closer to their PH SODA fans as they have slated a series ofnationwide fan meetings, mall shows, media conferences, magazine cover shoot, television andonline show interviews and performances.
TAN is a seven-member KPop idol group composed of Changsun, Jooan, Jaejun, Sunghyuk,Hyunyeop, Taehoon, and Jiseong.The group was formed through the MBC survival audition show, Extreme Debut: Wild Idol. The showcombined outdoor variety and competition as the contestants had to not only showcase theirsinging, rapping and dancing skills, but also their mental and physical strength. The final line up wasrevealed during the finale on December 16, 2021 and officially made their debut as TAN on March10, 2022.
Seven months after their debut, the group has already released three extended plays and one singlealbum. Their debut EP, 1TAN, was released on March 10 with the lead single “Du Du Du”. On June 21,TAN released the first part of their second EP, 2TAN, with its lead single “Louder”. This wasimmediately followed by the release of the second part lead single, “Walking On The Moon” on July26.
On October 11, TAN made their comeback with their first single album, Dream & Deurim, with thelead single “Beautiful Lie”.
TANโs management, Think Entertainment, has announced that the group is also set to continue theirworld tour until January 2023. After the Philippines, they are scheduled to meet their internationalfans in the Dominican Republic, Japan, Malaysia, Brazil, Uruguay, Mexico, Bangladesh, and USA.
TANโs Philippine Promotion Tour is made possible through the partnership of SBTown, ShowBTKorea, and Think Entertainment.
Here are the schedule highlights of TANโs Philippine Promotion Tour:
November 3 Media Conference November 4 Fan Meeting at the Music Museum November 5 Itโs Showtime and PIEGalingan Guesting November 6 Happy Hallyu Day 6 at Robinsons Magnolia November 12 Cebu Mall Show at the Cebu KPop Convention November 13 Cagayan de Oro Mall Show at the CDO KPop Convention
KROMA Entertainment celebrates breakthroughs of its brandswith trade partners, media.
MANILA, Philippines โ Just six months after its launch, TraDigital entertainment company KROMA Entertainment, has already made an exceptional mark in the industry with key milestones achieved by its brands: ANIMA, Kroma PubCo, LiveMNL, NYMA, PIE, Paradise Rising and Secret Menu.
At its first in-person event โKroma Overloadโ held on October 24, KROMA CEO Ian Monsod and the company’s leaders recapped the yearโs milestones and breakthroughs. Trade partners and media friends also got their first peek into exciting things to come from KROMA in 2023.
Hosting the event held at the Power Mac Center Spotlight in Makati City were NYMA talents โMayoraโ Frances Lim Cabatuando, founder of Home Buddies, the largest Facebook group in the Asia-Pacific region, and its latest travel-themed spinoff Hangout Buddies; and multi-hyphenated multimedia artist and TikToker Raco Ruiz.
The event was opened in style by Asiaโs Phoenix Morissette, belting out her viral song โGusto Ko Nang Bumitaw.โ Drag Race Philippines Queens Brigiding, Turing, and Corazon closed out the show with their surprise performances that got the crowd erupting in applause and cheers.
In between came the meat of the event, when KROMA brands shared exciting updates.
STORYTELLING ACROSS DIFFERENT LENSES
Director and host of ANIMA Podcast โKwentong Creativesโ Gio Puyat moderated an engaging fireside chat with Bianca Balbuena, head of Studios, Kat Bautista, head of NYMA, Mel Lozano-Alcaraz, head of ANIMA Podcasts and Jil Go, head of the Broadcast and Publishing group.
Conversations centered around how storytelling is central to KROMA, and how it has evolved together with technology and society. For one, the Philippines is ranked 6th among the fastest growing countries in podcast listening, with 31 million monthly listeners. Podcasts have now become a go-to platform for entertainment, a refreshing way to ease people from screen fatigue while still providing quality entertainment.
Content creators and the talents themselves have also become go-to sources of entertainment. Creators provide an authentic take on interests, causes and content close to their hearts through social media. Meanwhile, for tradigital channel PIE, storytelling is done with the audienceโs inputs, gathering sentiment or feedback through polls, mood meters or quizzes.
For the Studios business, ANIMA takes on storytelling through the beloved medium of film by continuing to be courageous in bending genres and shedding light on underrepresented stories and characters, taking a new turn, approach, or angle to familiar stories and repackaging them into something fresh. B2B studio Secret Menu also takes on storytelling for its partner brands, serving fresh takes on classic storytelling through short-form video content made for TV commercials, TikToks and more.
ANIMA FILMS EARN ACCOLADES
ANIMA, the trailblazing film studio of KROMA, proudly shared that critically acclaimed โOn the Job: The Missing 8,โ the first HBO Asia Original series hailing from the Philippines, has been nominated for Best TV Movie or Miniseries in the International Emmy Awards and is the Philippinesโ official entry to next yearโs Oscars. Add to this its accolades across the international film festival circuit, including John Arcilla taking home the Volpi Cup Best Actor prize at the prestigious Venice Film Festival in 2021.
Other recent ANIMA films โLeonor Will Never Dieโ and โKun Maupay Man It Panahon,โ have also been making waves in the global film festival scene, with both being awarded jury prizes from this yearโs Sundance and Locarno Film Festivals, respectively.
BRINGING FILIPINO MUSIC TO A GLOBAL STAGE
Meanwhile, PARADISE RISING, KROMAโs music label in partnership with 88rising, has been successfully representing Filipino creativity in the global music stage.
Filipino-Australian singer Ylona Garcia brought over 300 million streams across audio and video platforms for her songs including โEntertain Me,โ which she herself co-wrote. The track is the official theme song for NEON, the first Filipino agent of Riot Gamesโ โValorant.โ
Consecutively, Paradise Risingโs โsemilucentโ compilations have reached the third installment this year, tapping over 20 artists across 19 tracks and counting. Released during Filipino American History Month in October, semilucent 3 celebrates the beauty of the Philippines and its peopleโs aspirations through quality music that puts Filipinos to the forefront of the youth culture. The 4-track genre-bending compilation album showcases an impressive array of emerging Philippine artists: DACEY – “DON’T WAKE ME UP,” Kristina Alcordo – “Senseless,” Cabu, “Go Back (feat Gabby Nacua),” and 8rae’s “Panalo”. semilucent 3 is out now worldwide.
LiveMNL, KROMAโs full service events and activations agency, is bringing Americaโs biggest Pan Asian music festival, Head in the Clouds, to Manila on December 9 and 10. The 2-day festival at the SM Festival Grounds in Paraรฑaque City promises to bring a memorable experience of music and art to all attendees. The official lineup for Head in The Clouds Manila includes headliners and 88rising superstars Joji, Jackson Wang, NIKI, Rich Brian, very special guest ZEDD and Paradise Risingโs very own Ylona Garcia and Guapdad4000.
MAKING WAVES IN ENTERTAINMENT AND PUBLISHING
NYMA, KROMAโs Talent and Influencer Management agency, has in such a short time signed four talents: Asiaโs Phoenix, Morissette; Home Buddies founder and โBudol Queen with a Heartโ Frances Cabatuando; multi-hyphenated multimedia artist Raco Ruiz; and Pinoy celebrity and K-content โkweenโ Kristel Fulgar. NYMAโs bookings business is also booming with over 40+ creators and talents signed.
KROMAโs revolutionary tradigital channel PIE continues to delight and inspire Filipino audiences with its innovative programming. Currently on its second season, PIEโs new programs include classic Pinoy games with an interactive twist โMatching Matchingโ and โDagdag Bawas,โ and โThe Chosen One,โ ang kauna-unahang Piliserye ng Bayan starring Kaila Estrada, Jhong Hilario, Melai Cantiveros and former PBB Teens housemates. PIE also added to its roster new PIE Jocks such as TV Patrol entertainment anchor Gretchen Fulido and actor/singer Elmo Magalona.
Meanwhile, Kroma PubCo, the companyโs publishing arm, continues to grow its network with partners Unprude, a sexual wellness brand and e-commerce platform; food content creator Lunchboxer PH; professional esports team, TNC Pro MNL; and the gaming news platform and community, PinoyGamer.
WHATโS NEXT IN 2023
ANIMA also shared its exciting lineup for 2023. โNego King Philippines,โ a local adaptation of the popular Korean series of the same title, will be delighting audiences with host Sam YGโs negotiating skills to lock in a special deal with popular brands. โNego Kingโ is taking shopping to new heights!
The film studio is also taking on the romantic film genre with upcoming releases โReset U/Iโ starring Enchong Dee and Alexa Ilacad, and โMissed Connectionsโ starring Miles Ocampo, Kelvin Miranda, Chie Filomeno and JC Santos. ANIMA is also set to release dark comedy and romance thriller โMARUPOK AFโ starring EJ Jallorina, Royce Cabera and Maris Racal next year.
Kroma PubCo also announced that they are launching Complex Philippines in 2023. As one of the most recognizable media brands for youth culture in the US, there is much to look forward to when it comes to content and experiences related to music, sports and sneaker culture.
There is more to come from KROMA and its brands in the coming months. As CEO Ian Monsod committed in his opening remarks, this is just the beginning.
โThere is so much more to come with KROMA. We are committed as ever to inspire and entertain the world with the best of Filipino creativity, through the most innovative means, to bring Filipino talent to the world stage,โ Monsod said.
Expect KROMA to keep forging trailblazing paths in the entertainment industry.
The Philippine concert debut of TOMORROW X TOGETHER has sparked a lot of excitement as it marked the first concert of the fourth-generation leaders since they debuted more than three years ago.
TOMORROW X TOGETHER brought their first world tour to a close in Manila on October 27 and 28 at the Mall of Asia Arena with thousands of MOAs attending the back-to-back shows on both days. The tour was called ACT: LOVESICK.
The boys exactly appeared on stage at 7:30 p.m. and launched the show with their 2021 hit single “0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You)” without wasting any time. Taehyun, Beomgyu, and HueningKai sang Itchyworms’ famous ballad “Akin Ka Na Lang” in tribute to their Filipino MOAs.
Yeonjun, Soobin, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and HueningKai held their first solo concert in the Philippines. (Photos from TXT’s official Twitter )
Both performances lasted three hours and featured nearly 30 songs in their extensive setlists, with the goal of making every memory with their beloved MOAs count. The difference between seeing them in person and on a screen is enormous. The aura that TXT and MOAs members convey with their presence cannot be captured by a camera.
They have expanded significantly since their debut. As performers, they are more fluid and vocally phenomenal, with the maturity and ease that come with experience. They are more active in the creative development of their songs as artists โThe repertoire for this tour is composed of songs co-written and produced by the group members from before their debut to the present day.
And as idols, they are more secure in their own skin and have greater freedom of expression. ACT : LOVESICK illustrates this intricate journey through a succession of high-budget theatrical vignettes and symbolic stage settings. A garden blossoms into a peaceful woodland, illuminating their “Magic Island” where they may retreat together. Insecurity and anxiety, however, lit their dream fire and threw their world into disarray.
Thousands of Philippine MOAs came together to witness the last stop of the ACT : LOVESICK world tour. (Photo from TXT’s official Twitter)
Over the course of the night, they showed how good they were at both big-sounding pop and nuanced ballads. The loudest roar of the night came when the familiar opening keyboard stab of their bubbly debut single “Crown” was played perfectly. “Magic” and “Blue Hour” were dazzling and full of energy. “Trust Fund Baby” and “Anti-Romantic” showed off their ballads, especially Taehyun’s, who put as much emotion and energy into singing as he did into dancing.
On the flip side, darkness fell during “Maze in the Mirror,” “Eternally,” and “Can’t You See Me”โa moody trio about being alone. In a similar way, Yeonjun owned “Frost” and “New Rules” with an impressive spotlight dance solo and sinister facial expressions.
Before making an offer of their final farewell, the members promised to return soon with a larger venue. They ended their last show for ACT: LOVESICK tour with a surprise performance of โOur Summer,โ dedicated to their fans, and then took a bow amid the loud cheers and applause of their fans who are holding on to the promise of Yeonjun, Soobin, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and HueningKai for another meeting with their Philippine MOAs.
The members of TOMORROW x TOGETHER received much love from their Philippine MOAs who filled the MOA Arena during the back-to-back solo concerts of the boy group. (Photo from TXT’s official Twitter)
TOMORROW X TOGETHER WORLD TOUR – ACT : LOVESICK in Manila was presented by PULP Live World. Special thanks to PULP Live World for the invite.
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