Capitol Commons, Pasig City – Love is in the air this February as Ortigas Land presents Strings of Love, a special free admission post-Valentine’s Day concert featuring Over October and special guest performers Jannah, Lags, and Jeri. Happening on February 15, 2025, at 7 PM at Capitol Commons Park, this exciting live music event invites couples, friends, music lovers, residents of the estate, and office tenants and employees, to enjoy an evening filled with heartfelt performances and meaningful moments.
A Night of Love and Music
Headlining the event is Over October, one of the country’s most beloved indie rock bands, known for their soulful hits like Dahan-Dahan and Ikot. Adding to the night’s musical magic are rising talents Jannah, Lags, and Jeri, who will serenade the audience with their unique styles and heartfelt performances.
Beyond the concert, attendees can also immerse themselves in fun and interactive activities that celebrate love and connection, creating lasting memories through shared experiences, including:
Love Bazaar (Feb 14-16, 12NN – 10 PM): A curated selection of gifts, crafts, and treats perfect for Valentine’s shopping.
Love Notes Wall (Feb 15, 4 PM – 10 PM): A special space where guests can dedicate messages and song requests.
Photobooth (Feb 15, 12NN – 10 PM): Capture and cherish memories with loved ones.
Free Admission – Celebrate Without Limits
With no tickets required, everyone gets a front-row seat to love and music—completely free! Set in the heart of Capitol Commons, a thoughtfully designed mixed-use estate blending modern residences, vibrant retail, and lush open spaces, this event offers a unique city escape. Whether you’re celebrating with a special someone, enjoying a night out with friends, or simply soaking in the good vibes, ‘Strings of Love’ offers a one-of-a-kind Valentine experience for all.
Join the Celebration!
Don’t miss out on ‘Strings of Love’ at Capitol Commons Park, Pasig City! Mark your calendars for February 15, 7 PM. Bring your loved ones and immerse yourself in a night of music and connection. Capture the moment and share your experience—tag us on Facebook (@CapitolCommonsOrtigas) or Instagram (@CapitolCommonsPH_) with #StringsOfLove2025. Let’s make this a Valentine’s celebration to remember!
Art Fair Philippines is set to present its 2025 edition in a dynamic new venue at Ayala Triangle in Makati City from February 21 to 23. International exhibitors from Austria, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, and Spain will join leading Philippine art galleries to showcase curated exhibitions from local and foreign visual artists.
While the shift to the iconic venue at the heart of Makati Central Business District marks a new era for the fair, Art Fair Philippines continues to present an expansive program that aligns with its mission to develop the audiences for Philippine modern and contemporary art.
One of the most anticipated highlights of the fair is the ArtFairPH/Projects section, a collection of curated exhibits that celebrate artistic excellence and innovation, reinforcing the fair’s position as a key player in the global art scene.
For this edition, ArtFairPH/Projects, presented by BPI, features an extraordinary blend of established masters and emerging talents in Philippine contemporary art including Manny Garibay, Manuel Ocampo, Goldie Poblador, Ryan Rubio, and Jezzel Wee. Continuing last year’s collaboration with the Embassy of Spain in the Philippines as a Special Project Partner, the fair also features the work of Spanish collective SpY Studio. (artist essays attached in the press release)
Art Fair Philippines invited Nazareno/Lichauco to design the ArtFairPH/Projects space and the café for this year’s fair.
Another exciting section of the fair, the ArtFairPH/Digital section, presented by Globe, features digital media works that incorporate and engage with computer technology, animation, virtual or augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and the metaverse.
For this section, artist and technologist Chia Amisola presents KAKAKOMPYUTER MO YAN (That’s what you get for using the computer!), a collaborative exhibition showcasing internet art and the third-world online experience.
Motion graphics artist and engineer Isaiah Cacnio also brings his creative and compelling visual storytelling to this section of the fair. His work, which often explores the themes of light, movement, and spatial dynamics, transforms ordinary spaces into immersive environments.
Screenings at the Amphitheater will feature more animated and digital work set up at the outdoor tiered space adjacent to the lawn of Ayala Triangle Gardens.
Learning at Art Fair Philippines
Since 2013, a vibrant educational program has been integral to Art Fair Philippines’ mission to develop a wider appreciation for contemporary and modern art. To this end, ArtFairPH/Talks offers fair visitors opportunities to deepen their art experience even more with a series of talks, panel discussions, workshops, and performance art that are designed to contextualize the art at the Fair.
Presented together with Ateneo Art Gallery and the Museum Foundation of the Philippines, ArtFariPH/Talks provides insight into artists’ works and lives, art forms, artistic processes, collectors and their interests, and other aspects of today’s complex art world.
One highlight of this year’s ArtFairPH/Talks program is a panel discussion on collection management from a collector’s point of view, in partnership with Larry’s List, the world’s leading art market knowledge company that provides data, research and access to contemporary art collectors.
A diverse range of topics will be explored at ArtFairPH/Talks, including insights into the featured artists’ practices, contemporary art programming, the landscape of digital art collecting in the Philippines, and more to be announced in the coming weeks.
Visit www.artfairphilippines.com or follow Art Fair Philippines on Facebook and Instagram for the full lineup of talks and panel discussions.
ArtFairPH/Film
Screenings of Kono Basho, the work of award-winning director J Pacena serves as the main feature of this year’s film program, with a talk-back scheduled with the film’s cast. The work, included in the Cinemalaya 2024 lineup, tells the story of a young Filipino-Japanese woman who travels to Japan for her estranged father’s funeral and her experience connecting with his Japanese family, especially with her half-sister.
Also scheduled is a special screening of The F.A.T. Boys!! Episode 1: Each One Teach One. The series, shot by American director Drew Milo, follows two friends, Mr. StarCity and Splashman LV in their travels. The premiere episode, shot during their trip through the Philippines last year, features Toby Tamayo, the environmentalist based in La Union. He welcomes the duo into his home and takes them through land he has reforested throughout the last decade with flora and fauna indigenous to the Philippines.
Both ArtFairPH/Talks and ArtFairPH/Film will take place at The Executive Centre, the fair’s venue partner. Their spaces are located on the 6th and 8th floors of Ayala Triangle Tower 2. Entrance to the Talks and Film sections comes with the cost of the fair’s ticket.
ArtFairPH/Residencies
For 2025, Art Fair Philippines launches ArtFairPH/Residencies Curator’s Grant Program in collaboration with the Ateneo Art Gallery, the fair’s Education Partner.
Since its first edition, Art Fair Philippines has worked towards widening the local audience for contemporary art and highlighting the visual arts in a meaningful way. Through this residency, the fair hopes to open up the possibilities for Filipino artists even more. The aim of this three-week grant is to introduce selected international curators to the Philippine art scene.
10 Days of Art
Also complementing the fair is the 10 Days of Art initiative highlighting a series of events around the Makati Central Business District with participation by galleries, museums, and other establishments to celebrate the best of Philippine contemporary art beyond the fair’s venue.
Some of the exciting public art exhibitions include outdoor sculptures by Briccio Santos in Legazpi Park, an immersive and experiential installation by Kim Borja in Glorietta, and JEFRË’s Talking Heads at Circuit Makati.
Neal Oshima and Fotomoto will also transform the Legazpi Underpass and Greenbelt 3 Sunken Park into art exhibit venues, while TYLR Collective presents works at Paseo Villar Underpass.
Visit www.10daysofart.com for the full schedule, list of venues, and updates.
Fair tickets can be purchased in advance at www.artfairphilippines.com. Tickets will also be available at the reception area of Art Fair Philippines from February 21 to 23.
For more information, please visit the Art Fair Philippines website and follow Art Fair Philippines on Instagram (@artfairph) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/artfairph).
Art Fair Philippines 2025 is co-presented by AyalaLand, BPI, and Globe. The fair is also sponsored by Don Papa Rum, AyalaLand Premier, and special project partners The Embassy of Spain in the Philippines and Make It Makati. Exhibition Partners include LG Electronics and Rhizome, while Fairmont Raffles Makati and SEDA serve as official hotel partners.
Manila, Philippines – The highly anticipated Art Fair Philippines returns for its 2025 edition with a bold move, shifting the event venue from The Link carpark to the iconic Ayala Triangle. This verdant urban oasis at the heart of the Philippines’ financial capital will serve as the backdrop for the fair, happening from February 21 to 23.
The shift to Ayala Triangle marks a fresh and exciting chapter in Art Fair Philippines’ history, underscoring the fair’s commitment to developing the audiences for Philippine modern and contemporary art, and its mission to make art more accessible and engaging for all.
For this edition, specially commissioned works, gallery exhibits, film screenings, and art talks will transform this expansive and central venue into a dynamic and multi-dimensional platform that showcases the ingenuity and diversity of Philippine art.
International exhibitors from Austria, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, and Spain will join leading Philippine art galleries to showcase curated exhibitions from local and foreign visual artists at Ayala Triangle Gardens Towers 1 & 2.
The participating galleries in Art Fair Philippines 2025 are: Ames Yavuz, Archivo 1984, Art Agenda, Art Cube Gallery, Art for Space, Art Lounge Manila, Art Underground, Art Verité Gallery, Artemis Art, Avellana Art Gallery, Boston Art Gallery, CANVAS, Cartellino, Cayón, Core Contemporary, FINE-ARTS MANILA / Zimmermann-Kratochwill Graz, Austria, FotoMoto, Gajah Gallery, Galeria Palona, Galerie Stephanie, GALLERY KOGURE, J Studio, Kaida Contemporary, Kobayashi Gallery, León Gallery, Lopez Museum, METRO Gallery, Modeka Art, MONO8, Orange Project, Parallel +, Paseo Art Gallery, Pintô Art Museum and Arboretum, Qube Gallery, Secret Fresh Gallery, SHUKADO+GALLERY SCENA, SILVERLENS, TARZEER PICTURES, The Columns Gallery, TLYR Collective, Tomura Lee, Triangulum, Village Art Gallery, Vin Gallery, White Walls Gallery, YOD Gallery, and YSOBEL Art Gallery.
Fair tickets can be purchased in advance at www.artfairphilippines.com. Tickets will also be available at the reception area of Art Fair Philippines from February 21 to 23.
For more information, please visit the Art Fair Philippines website and follow Art Fair Philippines on Instagram (@artfairph) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/artfairph).
Art Fair Philippines 2025 is co-presented by AyalaLand, BPI, and Globe. The fair is also sponsored by Don Papa Rum, AyalaLand Premier, and special project partners The Embassy of Spain in the Philippines and Make It Makati. Exhibition Partners include LG Electronics and Rhizome, while Fairmont Raffles Makati and SEDA serve as official hotel partners.
Video from ‘Moon Music(Full Moon Edition)’ album a celebration of Singapore’s rich tapestry of people and places
Coldplay released the music video for their track ‘Man in The Moon’ from the extended Full Moon Edition of the band’s latest international number one album Moon Music. ‘Man in The Moon’ is one of three additional original songs on Moon Music (Full Moon Edition).
Coldplay said: “While we were in Singapore, we shot the video and captured some of the amazing, young, vibrant people that we had met. We are interested in shooting things in places we have never filmed before and mixing people up as much as possible. It was really fun to have a kind of dance party out in the middle of the water, just us and the otters.”
Set against Singapore’s unique cityscape, the video spotlights Singapore’s iconic spots and hidden gems, from the breathtaking Marina Bay to the historic Fort Canning Park and vibrant neighbourhoods.
The ‘Man in The Moon’ music video features youths of diverse backgrounds and identities portrayed by Singapore talents, from striking cosplay artists to daring creatives. Singapore’s multi-cultural environment provides a fitting backdrop, where people with different backgrounds and stories converge, embodying the song’s theme of unity and shared experiences transcending individual differences. The finale sees the youths coming together at Marina Bay, joining Coldplay on a floating stage built specifically for the music video, as they belt out the chorus.
The latest music video is brought to life by director Ben Mor, known for his work on Coldplay’s ‘Hymn For The Weekend’ music video. It is filmed in partnership with Warner Music Singapore and Singapore Tourism Board.
‘Man in The Moon’ was filmed in January 2024 during the band’s Music of the Spheres World Tour stop in Singapore. An exclusive Coldplay fan party to celebrate MOON MUSIC was held in Singapore on 5 February 2025 at Marina Bay Sands’ newly revamped SkyPark deck, where the music video was premiered.
Refer to Annex A for more images and list of locations featured in ‘Man in The Moon’.
HIS FIRST ALBUM IN TWELVE YEARS PRE-ORDER & PRE-SAVE HERE FEATURING EIGHT TRACKS INCLUDING PREVIOUSLY RELEASED “POWER” & “HOME SWEET HOME”
Photo Credit: Galaxy Corporation
“‘Übermensch’ means ‘Beyond-Man,’ representing an individual who transcends themselves. This album embodies the idea of presenting a stronger and more resilient version of oneself to the public. I hope this strength resonates with my fans through my music.” — G-DRAGON
February 10th, 2025 — Global Korean superstar G-DRAGON thrills fans worldwide with the announcement of his forthcoming new album ‘Übermensch’, slated for release on February 25th via Galaxy Corporation and their partnership with leading independent record label EMPIRE. Fans can pre-order and pre-save the album HERE. Widely recognized as the king of K-pop, G-DRAGON will give fans eight tracks on ‘Übermensch’, including previously released songs “POWER” and “HOME SWEET HOME (feat. TAEYANG & DAESUNG)”. While fans await new music to be released, they continue to enjoy and show up in force for the previously released “POWER” — a high energy, infectious K-pop record featuring G-DRAGON’s undeniable vocals cutting through the track — and “HOME SWEET HOME (feat. TAEYANG & DAESUNG)” — a nostalgic reunion with fellow BIGBANG members TAEYANG and DAESUNG, with a poignant message of reconnection and continuity. Together, the two tracks have garnered over 300 million streams and counting. G-DRAGON has kicked off 2025 with many major cultural moments: appearing on the cover of Vogue Korea, sitting front row at the CHANEL Spring-Summer 2025 Haute Couture Show in Paris and a egawatt, charismatic performance at the Le Gala des Pièces Jaunes 2025 stadium show in Paris. As more details will be released over the next few weeks, fans are encouraged to watch his socials for announcements and updates HERE.
‘Übermensch’ Tracklisting:
HOME SWEET HOME (feat. TAEYANG & DAESUNG)
POWER
TOO BAD
DRAMA
IBELONGIIU
TAKE ME
보나마나 (BONAMANA)
GYRO DROP
Pre-order and pre-save ‘Übermensch’ here: https://music.empi.re/gdum
About G-DRAGON G-DRAGON, born Kwon Ji-Yong, hails from Seoul, South Korea and has been a prominent figure in the global music and K-Pop since the age of 13. His solo musical success includes his first two album ‘Heartbreaker’ and ‘COUP D’ETAT’, which topped Korea’s Gaon Chart. His debut EP, ‘One of a Kind’, topped the Billboard World Albums chart. Early on, G-DRAGON signed to YG Entertainment and joined the popular boy band BIGBANG. 2008’s ‘Remember’ album from the group also topped Korea’s Gaon chart. With over 2 billion career streams, he has worked with the likes of Diplo, Baauer, Missy Elliott, Boys Noize, Sky Ferreira, Taeyang, and Skrillex. He has won World’s Best Album at the 2014 World Music Awards and has been on magazine covers and pages of Elle Korea, Harper’s Bazaar Korea, Vogue Korea, Hypebeast, and more. G-DRAGON has since forayed into fashion with his own coveted streetwear apparel brand, PEACEMINUSONE, shot for campaigns with Chanel, Nike, and BMW, and named to the Business of Fashion 500 list. He has since also expanded into art, having been named to ArtNet’s Top 200 Art Collectors list in 2019.
Manila, get ready for a breathtaking musical experience!
THE HOLLYWOOD ORCHESTRA presents “The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others”, a spectacular live concert celebrating the timeless and iconic film scores of the legendary composer, happening on July 7 and July 8 at the historic Manila Metropolitan Theater.
Hans Zimmer’s music has defined cinematic history, and now, audiences will get to immerse themselves in his masterful compositions performed by a world-class orchestra.
From the heart-pounding intensity of “Pirates of the Caribbean” and “Inception” to the sweeping grandeur of “Interstellar,” “Gladiator,” and “The Lion King,” this one-of-a-kind concert will take you on an unforgettable journey through the soundscapes of cinema.
But that’s not all—this is more than just a concert. Expect a stunning visual spectacle featuring select film clips, breathtaking illumination and laser projections, and even surprise soloists (perhaps a familiar pirate?) who will elevate Zimmer’s legendary scores in an extraordinary way.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness the full symphonic experience of Hans Zimmer’s music—live!
This concert is made possible through the collaboration of KBEAM Events and Star Entertainment. Since 2015, KBEAM Events has been at the forefront of staging world-class music acts in the Philippines, bringing iconic performances such as Thrice Live in Manila, Bianca del Rio’s Dead Inside Tour, Aaron Carter Live in Manila, and Andy Brown Live in Manila.
Star Entertainment, a renowned international concert and cultural event producer since 1999, has organized legendary performances worldwide. Their impressive portfolio includes classical operas like Aida, Carmen, and The Magic Flute, as well as timeless musicals such as Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita and Jesus Christ Superstar. With partnerships spanning prestigious venues like Waldbühne Berlin, Théâtre Antique d’Orange, Salzburg Festspielhaus, DR Koncerthuset in Copenhagen, and Salle Pleyel in Paris, Star Entertainment continues to elevate the global concert scene.
In addition to “, the orchestra is set to present “The Music of The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit In Concert” and “The Magical Music of Harry Potter In Concert”, promising more unforgettable nights of cinematic symphony.
Tickets are still available at Ticketmelon.com. Seats are limited so better secure your passes today.
After the old year activities that welcomed the New Year is done and all the festivities have died down, it probably seems fitting that the New Year is ushered in by the “Love Month” of February where Valentine’s Day is the first event to be celebrated in the hopes that perhaps the love will spread and last for the rest of the year.
Kuh and Iz with Thor
This February 15, 2025 Saturday, a celebration of Love will be the main theme of the “LOVE FEST @ HACIENDA ISABELLA” off Tagaytay . Headlining this out-of-town celebration is Pop Diva Ms. KUH LEDESMA together with her daughter ISABELLA, Theater Actor JACK SALUD, up and coming singer THOR with Special Guest MANUEL ESCUETA. The event will start off with Dinner at 6 pm to be followed by the Musical Performances at 8pm and snacks after the concert.
Jack Salud and Kuh Ledesma
Concert goers can stay overnight and share a delightful breakfast with Kuh
KUH LEDESMA and her daughter Isabella are already quite familiar figures to a lot of people but the 3 men who are also part of the show’s cast are not entirely known to the public, not yet anyway. But it’s no longer surprising to some that it is Kuh’s personal crusade to introduce and help out Filipino artists as part of her I LOVE OPM Advocacy.
Jack Salud is a Theater Actor who as part of his resumè have performed in various Musicals and Straight plays for Repertory Philippines. Some of his theater credits include Jekyll & Hyde, The Man of La Mancha, Little Women, The Taming of the Shrew, I Love My Wife and Zorba. Jack is also a 3-time Aliw Award nominee for Best Classical Singer for 3 Consecutive years from 2014 to 2016.
Wanting to be known simply as THOR, Thor started singing publicly in Malls and Train Stations in order to help raise funds for sick and underprivileged street children. Thor is an alumni and Grand Finalist of Tawag ng Tanghalan Season 8. He also participated The Voice Teen Philippines. Originally born in California USA, Thor moved to the Philippines when he was 4 years old. He got discovered and successfully became a child star for ABS CBN and GMA 7. His teleserye credits include Angelito, Batang Ama and Second Chances and was a regular on the award-winning kids show Goin’ Bulilit. Thor is presently enrolled as a Senior Student at La Salle Greenhills and will soon be enrolling on a Musicology scholarship at the University of Sto. Tomas.
Manuel Escueta
Manuel Escueta (a.k.a. Efren Escueta) was discovered by Kuh herself when she was invited to judge in a Singing Competition where Manuel was one of the grand finalists. And although Manuel did not win the Grand Prize, Manuel’s performance so impressed the country’s Pop Diva that when the opportune time came she invited Manuel to be part of her show. When Manuel isn’t busy shuttling from one singing competition to another and taking care of his 3 children, he would busy himself with his online buy and sell business in order to augment the family income that his wife sends back home as an OFW in Bangladesh. Manuel’s hopes and wish is that he may one day be able to snag a record deal that would make him as successful as his singing idols Basil Valdez, Martin Nievera and Gary Valenciano. But Manuel is “keeping it real” and he knows that real success does not come overnight. He knows he still needs to do a lot of hard work coupled with lots of good breaks like the one that Ms. Kuh Ledesma has given to him in order for him to realize his dreams. “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” that’s why he’s “keeping his feet on the ground while reaching for his shining stars”
LOVE FEST @ HACIENDA ISABELLA happens on February 15 Saturday at Hacienda Isabella in Tagaytay City. The Romantic Event will feature the one and only Ms. KUH LEDESMA, ISABELLA, JACK SALUD and THOR with Special Guest MANUEL ESCUETA. Musical Direction is by Kettle Mata together with his live band. Be part of the Love Fest and spread the Love.
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Lola Amour continues to expand their global footprint with the release of “Maria, ” a collaboration with Australian artist Oliver Cronin. This track not only showcases their evolving sound but also marks a significant milestone in the band’s international journey as they strengthen their presence in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Written at a music camp in Malaysia, “Maria” blends a classic boyband ballad with a bold saxophone solo, capturing the unique synergy between Lola Amour and Oliver Cronin. The song tells the story of Oliver and Lola Amour’s lead singer Pio, both blindly in love with Maria, unaware of her secret betrayal. “Working with the Lola Amour boys was an incredible experience. Their 7-piece dynamic brought something fresh and magical to ‘Maria, ’ creating a perfect blend of our worlds, ” says Oliver Cronin.
‘Maria’ is one of the nine tracks in the deluxe edition of Oliver Cronin’s EP ‘Edge of Paradise’ released under Warner Music Australia, which came out last January 30th. “As you can probably tell by the name, we’re one step closer to my debut album ‘Paradise’ . The last few years have been an absolute rollercoaster and I haven’t exactly felt in the right headspace to finish this album, but I’ve grown a lot and as time goes on I feel more and more comfortable and confident in the music and what paradise looks and sounds like for me. ” Oliver adds. With over 39.1 million combined streams, 1M TikTok followers, 412K Instagram followers, and 500K monthly listeners on Spotify alone, it’s safe to say that Oliver Cronin has all ears turned towards him right now.
Lola Amour’s international appeal is reflected in their recent Spotify streaming growth. In the last 28 days, Indonesia ranks as their #2 market with 108,000 listeners, followed by the United States (92,000 listeners), Canada (60,000 listeners), and Australia (28,000 listeners). This growth highlights the band’s rising influence in key global markets.
“Maria” is just the beginning of Lola Amour’s 2025 international collaborations, aligning with their goal to strengthen their presence across Southeast Asia. Kicking off their global journey, they had the opportunity to share the stage with Coldplay, gaining valuable insights into stage dynamics and audience engagement. Building on this momentum, the band has been expanding their reach through key performances at international festivals, including the Trifecta Music Festival in Singapore and the Hush Festival in Macau. Late last year, they participated in multiple international songwriting camps, including one in Malaysia with renowned producer Hyuk Shin of 153 Joombas, where they refined their songwriting skills and explored new creative approaches.
Now, Lola Amour is ready to bring their elevated performance, shaped by these experiences, to audiences around the world. With these milestones paving the way, Lola Amour is gearing up for their new music, set to showcase their versatility and connect with an even wider global audience.
Out now, rising Japanese boy band ONE OR EIGHT join forces with one of Korean-American rap’s elites, pH-1, for an energetic remix of “KAWASAKI”. In this fresh new iteration, the H1GHR music rapper delivers his hard-edged raps over powerful and danceable beats, unlocking new possibilities for the track.
The core theme of the track, “All or Nothing”, draws inspiration from the band’s name ONE OR EIGHT. It vividly portrays the bold pursuit of challenges and the fearless determination to seize success through one’s own efforts. The track retains the essence of the original Jersey Club sound while emphasising trap elements, resulting in a more rhythmic and energetic beat, with pH-1’s delicate yet powerful verses adding depth and determination, leaving a lasting emotional impact.
pH-1, a founding member of H1GHR MUSIC – alongside Jay Park and Cha Cha Malone – is globally recognized for his melodic rap and profound lyrics. With collaborations including UMI, P-Lo, and TXT, as well as his sold out ‘ABOUT DAMN TIME’ solo world tour under his belt, pH-1 brings his versatile career and vibrant energy to this new remix.
“When I first heard ‘KAWASAKI’, I felt like, “omg, i’m gonna spit some things on this track right away.” I think each member of ONE OR EIGHT raps with natural swag that’s genuine, and so I’m excited to be part of this track as an artist,” pH-1 shares of the collaboration.
Before its official debut, the performance video for “KAWASAKI” made waves by surpassing 10 million views on YouTube in nearly one week. Following their debut, the track broke new records as they teamed up with legendary rapper Big Sean on a dynamic remix of “KAWASAKI”. Now, the journey continues with a refreshed version featuring Korean-American rapper pH-1, with more exciting collaborations with Asian artists to come in the following weeks.
Welcome the warm embrace of love at Solaire Resort North this season of love! Listen to the greatest Original Pinoy Music (OPM) classics performed by Filipino music icons Louie Ocampo, Ogie Alcasid, and Ryan Cayabyab as they grace the stage for the OAC:Original and Absolute Classics at the Solaire Resort North Grand Ballroom this February 13, 2025.
Feel the spark of nostalgic romance once more as renowned OPM maestros Ryan Cayabyab and Louie Ocampo alongside OPM King, Ogie Alcasid present their greatest hits for an evening full of soul-stirring melodies for the perfect Valentine’s celebration. Fall in love again with these passionate performances ready to sweep you away for one night only with tickets available at www.ticketworld.com.ph, the Solaire Box Office at Solaire Resort Entertainment City, and at the Ticketworld counter at the Solaire Resort North Lobby. For more details, revel in the nostalgic OPM classics of love by booking seats at https://sn.solaireresort.com/entertainment/oac-original-and-absolute-classics.
After being serenaded with the classics, settle down and enjoy a romantic gastronomic trip around the globe as FRESH International Buffet takes diners through different cuisines with its Valentine’s Themed Buffet for dinner, boasting an assortment of appetizers, main courses, and desserts to savor for the night available from February 13 to 15, 2025.
This Valentine’s Day, Solaire Resort North’s restaurants invite guests to continue the romance with its vast array of delicacies and delights to indulge in. For those looking forward to Asian spices and dishes, Red Lantern offers two distinct full-course menus for an exquisite dinner to emphasize the rich flavors of Chinese cuisine for Valentine’s Day itself on February 14, 2025. Continuing the voyage through Asia, lovebirds looking for a taste of Japan are invited to dine at Yakumi for its exclusive 5-course set menu for the Valentine’s season, available from February 14 to 15, 2025. Alternatively, find the comfort of elevated Filipino food with Manyaman’s 4-course set menu for the season of love this February 14, 2025.
For a more expanded selection of Asian cuisine, patrons are invited to stop by Lucky Noodles for a hearty blend of decadent meals from its 4-course set menu exclusive this Valentine’s Day, perfect for any couple looking for something special. Additionally, open your hearts and stomachs to a more authentic experience of Italian romance and cuisine with Finestra’s Amore Italiano Valentine’s Day exclusive set menu highlights a full-course dining experience designed to ignite passion and delight amongst diners.
Couples are also invited to set the perfect Valentine’s mood with a premium outdoor dining experience at the Pool Café highlighting a delightful meal inclusive of Gillardeau Oyster, Burrata Salad, and a 600-gram Ribeye, all enhanced by a selection of fine Italian wines to top it all off. For a night closer to the stars, find the spark of love on top of the world at Skybar with its special set menu of oysters and wagyu to be perfectly paired with Brut Rose and Japanese Whisky for couples to enjoy this February 14 and 15, 2025.
For more details, reservations, and inquiries, visit the Solaire Resort North website at sn.solaireresort.com, or contact them at +632 8888 8888 or via email at sn.reservations@solaireresort.com to experience the season of hearts to the fullest!
Celebrate a night filled with laughter, romance and music with “The Apo Hiking Society: Betting on Love” concert happening on February 14, 8:30PM at The Theatre at Solaire. Directed by Bond Samson, the event showcases a full horn section, bringing a fresh romantic twist to APO’s love songs. Special guests featured are multi-awarded musical stage actor Gian Magdangal and award-winning soprano singer and songwriter Lara Maigue. Immerse yourself with classic love songs and timeless hits for memories that will last a lifetime.
Considered as one of the most iconic bands in the country since the 1970s, APO’s hit songs include “Panalangin”, “Ewan”, and “When I Met You”. Catch these songs live and jive to the OPM beats with your loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Ticket prices start at Php 2,715.
Ticketholders can have a romantic start to this special day by booking a maximum of two (2) rooms until February 11. Get up to 25% discount on your preferred room either at the Sky Tower or Bay Tower. Stay dates are from February 12-16, 2025.
Purchase your tickets at www.ticketworld.com.ph or at the Solaire Box Office Level 2. Visit the Ticketworld Booth beside the Event Stage (Level 2) at Solaire Resort North. For more information, call +632 8888 8888 or email reservations@solaireresort.com.
Dilaw is starting 2025 with a bang. Kicking off the year with back-to-back gigs and performances, the “Uhaw” hitmakers are also set to release their latest song, “Mahal”, on January 24, 2025. The song talks about how priceless true love is and someone’s commitment to unwavering devotion, the willingness to bet everything on the relationship even against the odds. It is the last song to be released from their Love Trilogy series, along with Nilalang and YIEE. These songs talk about the stages of love, from seeing your beloved as the most beautiful creature, feeling the kilig from your beloved, and finally experiencing that love with your beloved—the perfect soundtrack for the upcoming Valentines Day celebration next month.
Right on the heels of this release, Dilaw will also launch the first of their “Lawdian Nights” fan events on January 24, 2025, at Lyf Malate Manila. A night filled with fun activities and music, the band intends for “Lawdian Nights” to be a regular event for them to meet, bond, and perform for their fans. Attendees may even get lucky and hear new, unreleased songs at one of these events. It is also an opportunity for their community to come together and share their love for the band and their music.
The band has a lot in store for 2025 that everyone can definitely look forward to.
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January 24, 2025 – Today, Sexyy Red and Bruno Mars join forces to release their brand new single “Fat Juicy & Wet” available now via Rebel / gamma. / The Smeezingtons / Atlantic HERE. The track arrives alongside an official music video directed by Daniel Ramos and Bruno Mars that features iconic cameos from Bruno’s recent collaborators Lady Gaga and ROSÉ HERE.
“Fat Juicy & Wet” follows Bruno’s global chart-topping tracks “Die With A Smile” with Lady Gaga and “APT.” with ROSÉ, which have spent a combined 19 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Global 200—with “APT.” holding the #1 spot for 11 weeks and “Die With A Smile” for eight weeks. Additionally, “Die With A Smile” has spent three consecutive weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Beyond achieving massive global chart success, “Die With A Smile” also earned two GRAMMY® nominations this year for “Song Of The Year” and “Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.” Bruno is currently the #1 most-listened-to artist on Spotify and has become the first artist to surpass 140 million monthly listeners on the platform.
Sexyy Red is one of the hottest rappers in the game today. In 2024, Sexyy tied with Drake as the only artist with four number-one songs on Apple Music, surpassed 2 billion on-demand global streams, was crowned “Best Breakthrough Hip Hop Artist” at the BET Hip Hop Awards, and hailed as the #5 best-selling female rapper in the US. Sexyy’s recent collaborations include” WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME” with GloRilla (#1 Billboard TikTok Top 50, #1 Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay, #17 Billboard Hot 100) with whom she graced the cover of XXL Mag’s most recent issue, and “Sticky” with Tyler The Creator, GloRilla, and Lil Wayne which hit #1 on the Hip-Hop/R&B songs chart and #10 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Launched by IFPI and backed by the recorded music industry, the Official Philippines Chart will be available alongside official weekly rankings from five other ASEAN markets.
IFPI, representing the recording industry worldwide, has today announced the launch of The Official Philippines Chart, bringing official, industry-backed weekly music charts to the country for the first time.
Marilag, the hit song by Filipino R&B star Dionela, has the honour of being the first ever Official #1 track in the Philippines. The song, released in November 2024, soundtracked the remainder of the year and has continued its strong streaming performance into 2025.
The Official Philippines Chart Top 20 will be announced every Tuesday, and will showcase the most popular tracks from local and international artists based on streaming across all major platforms. The Official Philippines Charts will be available alongside Official Charts for five other ASEAN markets at the Official Southeast Asia Charts website (www.officialseacharts.com), and via the related social media channels on Instagram and Facebook, allowing music fans to engage with trending tracks and emerging artists across the region.
Locally, Philippines Recorded Music Rights Inc. (PRM) is working together with IFPI to ensure that the Official Philippines Chart is accessible to Filipino consumers. The charts will be available on their website (www.prm.com.ph) and all social media platforms.
Reacting to the news, Simon Seow, Regional Director for Southeast Asia at IFPI, said:
“A huge congratulations to Dionela and everyone involved in making Marilag the first ever Official Philippines Chart #1! It is wonderful to see a Pinoy artist claim this milestone, and is a testament to the wealth of talent and artistry in the country. We look forward to reporting on further success and celebrating more artists in the coming weeks and months.”
Celebrating the launch of the chart Roslyn Pineda, General Manager Sony Music Philippines and PRM board member, said:
“We are delighted to announce the launch of the Official Philippines Chart, which will shine a light on the consumption habits of music fans across the country and provide an important platform to showcase the vibrant and growing local music scene. Combining the Official Philippines Chart with others in a regional hub gives fans an insight into how their favourite tracks are performing in other countries, and will aid the discovery of new hits.”
Supported by the recorded music industry, the Official Philippines Chart combines streams from global platforms Apple Music, Deezer, Spotify and YouTube. The charts are managed by IFPI and are built on data prepared by BMAT, in accordance with IFPI’s global charts principles and methodologies.
As well as the weekly charts updates, music fans in the region can look forward to a host of exclusive artist content at www.officialseacharts.com, the official music hub of Southeast Asia.
About the Official Southeast Asia Charts
The Official Southeast Asia Charts are a collection of weekly streaming singles charts – the Official Indonesia Chart, Official Malaysia Chart, Official Philippines Chart, Official Singapore Chart, Official Thailand Chart and Official Vietnam Chart. The data collection week runs from Friday to Thursday, with the charts released at www.officialseacharts.com and on the Official Southeast Asia Instagram and Facebook accounts each Tuesday.
In addition to the official charts for each country, four speciality charts are also delivered each week. In Indonesia, the Official Indonesia Domestic Chart, in Malaysia the Domestic and Chinese Charts, and the Regional Chart in Singapore.
All charts include chart-eligible streams from Apple Music, Deezer, Spotify and YouTube, while the Official Indonesia and Indonesia Domestic Charts also include Langit Musik. In accordance with IFPI’s global chart principles, streams from each market are weighted to take into account the difference in economic value between the free and paid tiers of streaming services. This delivers charts which reflect the volume and the value of streams across the region, celebrating the biggest songs of the week.
About IFPI
IFPI is the voice of the recording industry worldwide, representing over 8,000 record company members across the globe. We work to promote the value of recorded music, campaign for the rights of record producers and expand the commercial uses of recorded music around the world.
About PRM
Philippines Recorded Music Rights Inc. (PRM) is a non-stock, non-profit, joint music licensing organization that represents members who are the Producers and Performers of sound recordings. PRM’s purpose is to give credit to where credit is due. We license commercial establishments that play the sound recordings of our members and distribute these royalties directly to artists and labels.
www.prm.com.ph
About BMAT
BMAT is a music innovation company with a mission to index all music usage and ownership data. In addition to its role in compiling official streaming charts around the world, they help music companies better their data operations to make sure artists get paid for their plays. Every day BMAT delivers 27 billion matches and 80 million identifications to CMOs, publishers, record labels, broadcasters and DSPs globally.
South Korean actor Kim Ji Soo is making waves in the Philippines, and his recent appearances are turning heads! Known for his roles in GMA 7’s hit shows like Black Rider and Abot-Kamay na Pangarap, as well as the movie Mujigae, Ji Soo has become a beloved figure in the local entertainment scene.
He recently graced the Pasasalamat event, a vibrant thanksgiving celebration hosted by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines. This gathering was a star-studded affair, bringing together influential figures from government, media, and the entertainment industry, all united in their mission to showcase the Philippines as a premier global tourism destination.
The TBP recorded P11.3 billion in sales leads in 2024, and also had collaborations with various influential personalities — American actor and model Timothy Granaderos, Filipino-American Nico Santos, American actor Josh Dela Cruz, American pop-rock act LANY, and Kim Ji Soo, of course — which resulted in over P1.44 billion in media values, further amplifying the presence of the Philippines worldwide.
Dressed to impress, Ji Soo stole the spotlight in a stunning ensemble by renowned Filipino designer Randy Ortiz. He sported a sleek black organic-dyed piña barong tagalog, paired with modern striped tuxedo pants, and stylish footwear from Marikina’s Godfather Shoes. This look not only showcased Ji Soo’s impeccable fashion sense but also his deep appreciation for Filipino culture.
From left to right: President of PR firm Visions and Expressions Susan Joven, Actor Kim Ji Soo, TPB Chief Operating Officer Marga Nograles, Managing Director of Universal Records and President & Founder of GLXY Talent Management Kathleen Dy-Go and, Editor in Chief of Philippine Tatler. Anton San Diego.
From left to right is Chief Operating Officer of Live Nation; Isabella Pascua, Managing Director of Universal Records President & Founder of GLXY Talent Management; Kathleen Dy-Go, Managing Director of Live Nation; Rhiza Pascua, Stanley Ng of Philippine Airlines Stanley Ng is the first active pilot to serve as the top executive of the flag carrier. The president and chief operating office of the Philippine Airlines since 2022 is a die-hard customer in the free market of ideas. Stanley Ng embraces ideas no matter where it comes from.and Actor; Kim Ji Soo
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