Category: Music

The sensual track empowers women to be confident about themselves.

Filipino R&B sensation Denise Julia returns with an upbeat banger that encourages young women to embrace their sexuality and feel confident about themselves. On “B.A.D.,” the rising phenom finds inspiration in writing an empowering track with delicate, pulsing rhythms and sensual undertones.

“The inspiration for the lyrics came about spontaneously,” shares the chart-topping siren. “I was freestyling on some beats when I came across a beat from an overseas producer based in Nigeria. We had collaborated on previous tracks, and this particular beat had a distinct R&B vibe I was searching for, and it was incredibly catchy.”

A departure from her usual style, Denise Julia’s “B.A.D.” reveals a significant step forward in terms of songwriting and production. The viral hitmaker takes pride in how the song showcases a more assured version of herself, not afraid to flesh out sprawling ideas and tackle more mature, out-of-the-box themes.

“I want B.A.D. to be the song you play when you want to feel confident, pretty, and to embrace your sexuality,” she explains. “It aligns with my goal of creating music that makes people feel beautiful and empowered, stemming from my past experiences of feeling out of place due to my appearance.”

“B.A.D.” is produced by constant collaborator JOEL from Nigeria, who has worked with the promising newcomer on her previous song “bum 2 me.” According to Denise Julia, JOEL has a knack for delivering edgy and sultry R&B music that embodies everything unassumingly cool about the genre.

Co-producers Duane, J. Greg, and Steelo came in to provide the final touches to the production, resulting in an explosive earworm with the past and present becoming more seamlessly intertwined.

The song also features rapper P-Lo, whose style and flow complement Julia’s incredible vocal chops. The “NVMD” songstress adds, “My manager, John Vincent Salcedo, knew him and reached out, and he sent over a verse. We collaborated on refining the final version, and he delivered an excellent, catchy verse that fits the song perfectly.”

Denise Julia’s new single serves as a precursor to some music-related plans in the pipeline. According to the R&B/soul newcomer, she is set to release a mini album soon, which will give a taste of what’s to come with her full-length album.

“Additionally, I have numerous shows lined up for this year,” the young songstress shares. “After taking a break to focus on the music, I’m thrilled to be back on the road and can’t wait to share the music with my fans. This mini album and the upcoming full-length album will be filled with pure R&B goodness.”

Denise Julia’s “B.A.D.” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment. Special thanks to Denise Julia’s manager, John Vincent Salcedo, and Carissa King, the creative director for all visuals assigned to the project.

The singer-songwriter/producer reflects on the unrealistic expectations about relationships in this new bedroom bop.

After gaining traction with his official debut track “LDR,” whose viral activity on TikTok fueled its popularity in Southeast Asia big time, Filipino bedroom pop artist Shoti wastes no time in releasing another slowcore bop that shows another emotional side.

His new single “waiting 4 u (delulu)” serves as a commentary for those individuals who find themselves in relationships without clear labels. Drawing from acoustic instrumentation with laid-back dreaminess, he delivers a candid remark about the state of young love in the time of Discord and digital nativity.

The breakout star provides an insightful observation about the trend prevalent among youngsters these days. “They share a deep connection and spend a lot of time together, yet they haven’t established official boyfriend-girlfriend status,” he shares. “In today’s generation, I’ve observed that many people, particularly from Gen Z, tend to have unrealistic expectations about relationships that may not align with reality. They yearn for a type of relationship that may not actually exist.”

To make things more special, Shoti penned the track in English and Cebuano, reflecting the beautiful nuances of his branding through a no-filter lens. He adds, “I compose songs spontaneously, and the Cebuano elements in my music flow naturally. I cherish its uniqueness, setting my songs apart. In the future, I plan to incorporate Filipino/Tagalog to enrich my musical expressions further.”

He also self-produced the track in the comfort of his own bedroom, doing everything on his own terms as far as creative direction is concerned. After completing the process, Shoti asks for valuable feedback from his mom and friends, who, in return, help him polish his work from the perspective of an outsider.
“I’ve always enjoyed the process of creating, writing, and recording my own songs at my own pace and space,” says the Cebu-based artist. “I take the art form seriously, and I take pride in the fact that it comes from a place of vulnerability and rawness.”

“waiting 4 u (delulu)” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

After a series of internet-breaking teasers, The Kid LAROI unveils his new single and music video “TOO MUCH” with Jungkook and Central Cee, out today via Columbia Records and Sony Music Entertainment.

Uniting these stars for the very first time, this unprecedented powerhouse collaboration heralds the arrival of The Kid LAROI’s full-length album, THE FIRST TIME, dropping in November.

Fans can also purchase limited edition TOO MUCH CDs and new merch here.

“TOO MUCH” intertwines three styles, countries, and cultures with The Kid LAROI, Jungkook out of South Korea, and Central Cee repping the UK. The track’s head-nodding bounce and glowing keys accent the back-and-forth between this trio. The momentum culminates on an instantly catchy chorus, “If we had the chance and the time to spend, would you do it again? Would you do it again? Was it too much?”

Directed by Ramez Silyan, the visual depicts the three on various covers of “TOO MUCH” magazine. Between highly stylized performance vignettes complete with elite choreography, the clip ponders love under the microscope of fame and celebrity obsession. Sharpened by a provocative edge and unshakable melody, it introduces The Kid LAROI’s next season with a bang. Watch the music video here.

Prior to the song’s arrival, Billboard noted its union of “three of the biggest male artists in the new class of 2020s breakout stars,” and UPROXX proclaimed, “The Kid LAROI is going global.”

The Kid LAROI’s “TOO MUCH” featuring Jungkook and Central Cee is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Columbia Records and Sony Music Entertainment.

The Philippine indie label, headed by Ely Buendia, embarks on a new milestone as it presents ten of the most exciting newcomers in the local music scene.

Offshore Music, a Manila-based independent label known for its cutting-edge artistry and focus on creative integrity, has officially launched its newest batch of homegrown music acts for 2023.

The indie record label recently introduced an exciting mix of solo artists, singer-songwriters, and college rock bands who are poised to leave a mark in the music industry with their immense talent and unique vision.

The launch, which was presented by Offshore Music with support from Sony Music Entertainment and The New Hue, took place at the Astbury in Makati City on Thursday, October 12, 2023.

Aside from the usual Q&A and networking sessions with media and industry professionals, the newcomers were presented and given a minute each to introduce themselves. The newly signed acts under Offshore Music include city pop outfit ALYSON, Baguio City-based indie rock band Amateurish, rising alternative rock sensations Her Name Is Noelle and Ligaya Escueta, bedroom pop soloist neytan, alt-R&B adventurists JDRX and CRISHA, funk/pop/groove band Mt. Lewis, folk/indie artist Breē, and psych-pop troubadour Elton Clark.

In making the announcement, Offshore Music CEO Ely Buendia said, “I really don’t know what to expect, and that’s what’s great about it. By choosing Offshore Music, these artists have proven that they value artistic growth over anything else.”

Buendia also emphasized the label’s guiding force since day one: “Artists for Artists.” Over the years, he took pride in how Offshore Music remained consistent in championing a generation of talented, young musicians who continue to push the boundaries of music on creative terms.

“The team’s real-world experiences are invaluable to the artists’ careers, making their growth, authenticity, and creativity the number one priority,” the Filipino rock legend adds.

To date, Offshore Music lives up to its legacy as one of the most important indie record labels in the country, providing a home to carefully handpicked artists and bands such as Apartel, ena mori, Pinkmen, Sulo, Sansette, and Eliza Marie.

One of their newly signed acts, Elton Clark kicks off the release spree with “Wait Lang,” his debut single under Offshore Music and Sony Music Entertainment. A timely song that addresses the struggles of everyday life in the city, “Wait Lang” finds comfort in taking periodic pauses and embracing moments of rest. Speaking about his debut single, Elton Clark shares, “I wanted ‘Wait Lang’ to be a reminder to my listeners that no matter how hectic life gets, it’s crucial to take a moment to breathe. This song is about acknowledging the challenges we face and understanding that it’s okay to pause and recharge.”

Ben&Ben encourages listeners to reach for their dreams and goals in life despite dealing with personal tribulations.

Ben&Ben asserts the power of surviving personal setbacks in life with another inspiring anthem.

The Filipino folk-pop outfit dedicates the stripped-down version of their new song “Courage (acoustic version)” to the dreamers who are struggling to pull up the strength to confront an unforgiving world.

“The past few months have been mentally tough for the band, with challenges surrounding us and driving us to low points and times of discouragement,” the chart-topping band shares in a press statement. “These valleys have been the inspiration for Courage. We realized that as visceral as the feeling of being hopeless may be for us, we wanted to channel it into an uplifting piece of music because it is something a lot of people are going through now but have a hard time verbalizing.”

Out today via Sony Music Entertainment, the stripped-down number is penned by Miguel and Paolo Benjamin and produced by frequent collaborator Jean Paul Verona, who wanted to focus on a back-to-basics approach while commanding the listener’s attention in every conceivable way—from the powerful lyrics down to the warm melodies.

The multi-awarded ensemble explains, “We went back to our roots for this one, wherein we let the reverberations of the acoustic guitars envelope the harmonies we did for the vocals. We kept it simple for the first release of Courage because we wanted to get the message of the song to our listeners as soon as possible.”

Taking a confident stride back to their distinct brand of intuitive intimacy, Ben&Ben’s “Courage (acoustic version)” offers a compelling snapshot of their journey as individuals and artists, one that isn’t necessarily perfect and full of wins but always clings on to perseverance and courage in a bid to make the world a better place to live in.

Ben&Ben looks forward to recording and arranging the final version of the song in the coming weeks. According to the nine-piece collective, this is the first time in their career that they’ll be premiering the track in a form that usually only the band members hear, which is the stripped-down version.

“Then, we’ll build it up together as a band as the weeks and months go by, and you’ll be hearing more of it as it happens,” the acclaimed band adds.

Ben&Ben has recently made headlines for bagging seven nominations at the 2023 Awit Awards, including the following categories: Song of the Year, Best Performance by a Group Artist, Best Pop Recording, Best Alternative Recording, Best Traditional/Contemporary Folk Recording, and Music Video of the Year. The Paninindigan Kita act is currently on a world tour, with remaining stops in Sydney and Dubai this month.

Ben&Ben’s “Courage (acoustic version)” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

The future of K-pop, Enhypen, is set to make a remarkable return in November 2023, six months after ‘Dark Blood’. With their dynamic performances, captivating visuals, and immense talent, Enhypen has garnered a massive global following since their debut in November 2020. Fans eagerly await their comeback, which promises to deliver a new era of music and artistic growth for the group. In this short general, we shall explore the excitement surrounding Enhypen’s highly anticipated comeback in November 2023.

Enhypen has demonstrated an impressive evolution in their musical style and artistic expression. With each release, they have consistently pushed boundaries and explored diverse musical genres. Their upcoming comeback in November 2023 is expected to showcase an even deeper level of sonic experimentation, further solidifying their status as one of the most innovative groups in the industry.

Enhypen has captivated fans with their visually stunning concepts since their debut. Their extraordinary attention to detail in music videos, choreography, and stage performances has been a defining characteristic of their artistry. In this anticipated comeback, fans can expect visually striking aesthetics that will transport them into a world uniquely crafted by Enhypen’s creativity and imagination.

Enhypen’s comeback in November 2023 is an exciting prospect for fans worldwide. From their evolving musical style to their visually stunning performances, Enhypen has consistently proven their ability to captivate and inspire. This forthcoming release promises to provide fans with a refreshing and immersive experience, showcasing their growth as artists and further solidifying their position as a force to be reckoned with in the K-Pop industry. Fans and music enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the arrival of Enhypen’s much-awaited comeback, ready to embark on another remarkable chapter of their musical journey.

It serves as the lead single of the Trolls Band Together: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.

*NSYNC has finally released their first song together in two decades, “Better Place,” from the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack of DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls Band Together—out on October 20, 2023.

Multi-award-winning artist Justin Timberlake returns as the soundtrack’s executive music producer alongside GRAMMY award-winning producer/songwriter Mike Elizondo. Timberlake wrote and performed new original music for the film, which also includes music from the cast and some of today’s top artists including Kid Cudi, Camila Cabello, Troye Sivan, Anna Kendrick, and more. Through a collection of 14 tracks, the soundtrack stays true to Trolls’ signature psychedelic joybomb of new and classic pop hits.

Trolls Band Together (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) follows the 2020 Trolls World Tour Original Motion Picture Soundtrack which featured the track “The Other Side” with Justin Timberlake and SZA. It also received an American Music Award nomination for Favorite Soundtrack. The first installment and highly successful #1 children’s soundtrack for DreamWorks Animation’s 2016 musical hit Trolls featured the 4X platinum-selling song, “CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!,” which became the best-selling song of 2016, debuted #1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart, won the GRAMMY Award for Best Song for Visual Media and secured multiple nominations including an Academy Award®, a Golden Globe and many more.

Trolls Band Together (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Track List:

1. Better Place (from Trolls Band Together) – *NSYNC
2. Perfect – Justin Timberlake, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs, Kid Cudi & Troye Sivan
3. Let’s Get Married – Justin Timberlake, Anna Kendrick, Zooey Deschanel, Anderson .Paak, Kenan Thompson, Kunal Nayyar, Icona Pop & Ron Funches
4. Watch Me Work – Andrew Rannells & Brianna Mazzola
5. Vacay Island – Daveed Diggs, India Carney & Ty Taylor
6. BroZone’s Back – Justin Timberlake, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs & Anna Kendrick
7. Lonely People – Troye Sivan
8. Hustle Dimension – Joseph Shirley
9. It Takes Two – Camila Cabello, Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs & Kid Cudi
10. Mount Rageous – Andrew Rannells & Brianna Mazzola
11. Better Place (Family Harmony) – Justin Timberlake, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs, Kid Cudi, Troye Sivan, Anna Kendrick & Camila Cabello
12. Better Place (Reunion) – *NSYNC, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs, Troye Sivan & Kid Cudi
13. Family – Justin Timberlake, Anna Kendrick, Camila Cabello, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs, Kid Cudi & Troye Sivan
14. 9 to 5 – Zosia Mamet

Previously known as M1LDL1FE, the Singaporean alt-pop trio, Club Mild, embraces the next chapter of their music career with a balance of rhythm and introspection.

Singapore-based indie pop trio Club Mild confronts impermanence with regret and meaninglessness on their latest single, “Sun Gazer.” Weaving a tapestry of introspection that resonates on multiple levels, the indie pop anthem combines vivid lyrical metaphors with funk guitars and pulsating electronic beats—a musical ode to facing mortality, embracing meaninglessness, and the overwhelming power of being the author of your own life.

According to David Siow, the band bassist, “Sun Gazer” was inspired by the feeling of being wracked with regrets that you end up “going around in circles” and “contemplating about bad life choices.”

Siow adds, “At the same time, you worry about making the same mistakes in the future. This back-and-forth between past regrets and fear of the future overwhelms you. It’s like staring at the sun, thinking you’ll find safety if you can find the edges. You end up in this hollow state of “not living”. Yeah, it’s about that, but with dancing.”

With a chorus that beckons, “I wanna go back and undo the things I’ve done,” the song captures the sentiment of being paralyzed by the weight of past mistakes. But amidst this introspection lies a spark of hope, a yearning to transcend the confines of regret and find forgiveness within.

The song is written and performed by Club Mild, and produced by Malcolm Besley, a record producer, songwriter, and mix engineer who is also the drummer of Northeast Party House, a Melbourne-based electronic indie band.

“We’ve always been fans of this band called Northeast Party House; we even covered one of their songs once,” shares Siow. “So when Paddy found out that their drummer, Malcolm Besley, was their main producer, we reached out, did the Zoom calls, and got to work. Malcolm is brilliant; he managed to make all of the elements of Sun Gazer really slap!”

Formerly known as M1LDL1FE, the eclectic Singaporean band has performed in the Philippines twice, sharing co-headliner billing with Deafheaven and Delta Sleep on 2018’s All Of The Noise and performing as one of the guest international acts at last year’s GNN Year End Show in 123 Block.

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New global rookie New:ID will show heartbreak emotions in the prologue single, “E.R”!

MLD Entertainment’s newest boy group, New:ID, has released their concept photos showing off a unique identity for their prologue single “E.R.”

SEE ALSO: New:ID is MLD Entertainment’s New Filipino Boy Group

On the 19th and 20th of this month, the boy group released concept photos for their prologue single “E.R” through their official social media channels. In the released images, Thad, Wilson, Jom, L, and Macky not only impeccably pull off black suits, exuding masculinity, but also radiate charismatic auras with their intense gazes.

Through another concept, New:ID showcases a colorful styling that captivates with glamorous visuals, a 180 difference from their suits, adding curiosity about the new sensation they would bring to the table.

“E.R” is a song that tells the story of love and parting expressed using New:ID’s unique energy. Through this prologue single, the boy group plans to captivate global fans with the emotions of five boys, filled with the pain of youthful love.

With the aspiration to show their new selves, New:ID is taking confident steps towards their debut. Even before their official debut, they have raised expectations through various promotions, and fans are eagerly awaiting their future activities.

New:ID’s “E.R” will be released on various online music platforms on the 22nd at 6 p.m.

Platinum-selling recording artist, songwriter, and producer Madison Beer has released her highly anticipated sophomore album Silence Between Songs via EPIC Records – listen HERE.

Co-producing and co-writing all songs on the 14-track album, Madison Beer worked alongside collaborators including Leroy Clampitt, One Love, Jeremy “Kinetics” Dussolliet, Fred Ball, James Francies, Tim Sommers, Lucy Healey, Harold Eugene Clark, James Roger McGuinn, and Tobias Jesso, Jr.

Featuring the singles “Home to Another One” and “Spinnin,” Silence Between Songs puts Madison’s ethereal vocals and exceptional talent for storytelling and emotional depth on full display, exploring themes of growth, reflection, and introspection. Paying homage to some of her favorite artists such as Lana Del Rey, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and Tame Impala, Madison delivers a refreshing and innovative sonic experience and infuses the album’s visual aesthetics with her distinctive artistic vision.

The album release’s focus track, “Sweet Relief,” is an upbeat groove with rhythmic guitars and a foot-tapping bassline set against Madison’s hypnotic, soulful vocals.

Speaking on the album, Madison said “I’ve learned so much about myself and my artistry on the journey of the last two years since my last record. This album tells the story of so many different pieces of me that I discovered in the moments of pause where I settled down from the noise and learned the most about myself. I hope my fans are as inspired listening to it as I was when creating it.”

Silence Between Songs Tracklist:

1. Spinnin
2. Sweet Relief
3. Envy the Leaves
4. 17
5. Ryder
6. Nothing Matters But You
7. I Wonder
8. At Your Worst
9. Showed Me
10. Home To Another One
11. Dangerous
12. Reckless
13. Silence Between Songs
14. King of Everything

Silence Between Songs is available to stream on all platforms HERE via Epic Records and Sony Music Entertainment.

MLD Entertainment’s new Filipino boy group New:ID is ready for their debut with confident determination!

MLD Entertainment opened the social media channels of their newly introduced boy group, New:ID, and is now in heavy preparations for debut targeted by the end of the year.

With the opening of their channel, the revealed logo video had a glitch effect together with the name New:ID, catching the eyes of many. Curiosity is rising because it has the names and other information of the members in various shapes.

New:ID is a group formed with 5 members, Thad, Wilson, Jom, L, and Macky who showed a prominent presence in the Korea-PH collaborative survival audition program “Dream Maker” like HORI7ON. The boys received a lot of love and support from global fans during the airing and are now about to take on a new challenge as they debut.

As much as New:ID was able to show their different talents on the final stage of “Dream Maker”, people are excited for their upcoming global movements.

New:ID is set to show their colorful content before their official debut and is now heading on to their countdown.

Following his recent return with new tracks ‘Blindside’ & ‘A Year Ago’, James Arthur today announces his fifth, brand new studio album Bitter Sweet Love – out January 26th, 2024 on Columbia Records.

As well as featuring the two recently released singles, Bitter Sweet Love is James back to his very best, producing thirteen bites of world-class music. After being on stage, it struck him how his fifth album should sound. A sold-out crowd was singing along to his hits, immersed in the emotion that James could hear in his own voice.

Within days of the tour ending in the States, James began sessions with different producers to see who could click with his vision. His final stop was in L.A. with Steve Solomon, with whom he co-wrote his 2016 megahit ‘Say You Won’t Let Go’.

Back in Britain, James attempted to write with more producers, but none came close to his bond with Steve, who flew over to finish the album at Miloco Studios in South London last summer, and produce a mature body of work, full of depth and oozing the impeccable songwriting quality that has defined James’s esteemed career to date.

The Middlesbrough-born, recent Brit Billion-certified artist has scored 4 top 10 albums, with 2016’s Back From The Edge hitting the Number 1 spot and over his career has collaborated with the likes of Anne-Marie, Sigala, Rudimental, Marshmello & many more.

James is one of the world’s biggest streaming artists, with over 38 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone. ‘Say You Won’t Let Go’ became his breakthrough hit in the US. It was officially the UK’s most-streamed song in 2016 and has gone on to be enjoyed via 4 billion streams while the song’s official video has achieved 1.5 billion views on YouTube. Earlier this year, the track became his first RIAA Diamond Single with 10 million certified units – making James one of just 100 recipients of an RIAA Diamond Single certification in the program’s history.

Other huge hit singles include: ‘Impossible’, ‘Can I Be Him’, ‘Sun Comes Up’, ‘Naked’, ‘Empty Space’, ‘Rewrite The Stars’, ‘Falling Like the Stars’, ‘Train Wreck’ and ‘Lasting Lover’, which are all certified platinum records. The song ‘Cars Outside’ is currently becoming another global hit for James.

Back from the Edge was released on October 28, 2016, and entered the UK Albums Chart at #1. James’ last album, 2021’s It’ll All Make Sense In The End, was a lockdown project recorded at home that leaned heavily on programmed beats.

“The more albums you make and the more success you have, the more the pressure tends to be upon you. But I genuinely felt like a kid again, just making music I loved, not worried about trying to please everyone.”