Ovation Productions presents music legend James Taylor live in Manila on April 8, 2024, together with his All-Star Band at the Mall of Asia Arena in a concert entitled “An Evening with James Taylor”.
James has sold over 100 million albums throughout his career and has earned 40 gold, platinum, and multi-platinum awards, multiple Grammy Awards and has been inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame.
His songs have had a profound influence on music lovers from all walks of life: “Fire and Rain,” “Country Road,” “Something in the Way She Moves,”, “Shower the People,” “Your Smiling Face,” “Carolina In My Mind,” “Sweet Baby James,” “Don’t Let Me Be Lonely Tonight,” “You Can Close Your Eyes,” “Places in My Past”, “Shower the People”, “How Sweet It Is”, “Long Ago and Far Away”, Handy Man”, “Mudslide Slim and the Blue Horizon” and many more.
In 2015, Taylor released Before This World, which earned him his first-ever #1 album on the Billboard Charts and was nominated for a Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album. In early 2020 Taylor released his audio-only Audible Original titled Break Shot, a deeply personal and authentic memoir detailing his first 21 years. He also released his most recent album, American Standard, his 19th studio album, which earned Taylor the 2021 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album and gave him the honor of being the first artist to have a Billboard Top 10 album in each of the past six decades.
“An Evening with James Taylor live in Manila” is promoted by Ovation Productions with Blast TV as the official media partner. Presale will be on December 6 at 10am and general on sale starting December 8 at 12nn through smtickets.com. Ticket prices at P12,500 / 11,500 / 10,500 / 8,500 / 7,500 / 5,500 / 2,500 plus ticketing charges.
American rock band Incubus is coming to Manila for the first time in six years for their Asia Tour 2024 on April 25 at the Araneta Coliseum. Presented by Wilbros Live.
Since first coming together in 1991, the Grammy nominated band Incubus have consistently elevated themselves and alternative music to new creative heights. The California band’s sales have eclipse 23 million albums worldwide to date with multi-platinum and platinum certifications from around the globe. Consistently topping the Billboard charts, the band has had five consecutive Top 5 debuts, and they maintain their status as a streaming phenomenon, averaging 4.1 million monthly listeners on Spotify and clocking over 1 billion-plus streams across all platforms.
The band is best known for their chart-topping hits “Drive”, Wish You Were Here”, “Megalomaniac”, “Nice To Know You”and many more.
Tickets will go on-sale on December 16, 12NN via TicketNet.com.ph and TicketNet outlets nationwide. For more information, follow Wilbros Live on social media
Incubus Live in Manila 2024 Ticket Prices: VIP Standing – P7,250 VIP Seated – P9,450 Patron Box – P8,950 Lower Box A – P5,750 Lower Box B – P4,750 Upper Box – P2,650 Gen Ad – P1,250
The initiative is part of a campaign to engage the country in a fight to alleviate food insecurity and malnutrition.
Sony Music Entertainment Philippines (SMEP) continues to give back to disadvantaged communities through food aid and relief.
This comes as part of Sony Music Group’s global ‘Season of Giving’ campaign, where the company and its artists are paying it forward to the countries in which the international music label operates. Across the world, SMG is supporting global organizations dedicated to providing aid for those facing food insecurity, homelessness and refugee support, as well as music industry relief and educational programs for communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
This year, the international music label has partnered with Reach Out and Feed Philippines for a feeding program that provides assistance and relief to households in highly urbanized areas such as Barangay Damayang Lagi in Quezon City. Sony Music has been partners with them since last year, where they provided food aid, along with pop-rock band, NOBITA, to local communities impacted by the pandemic.
As reported by Reach Out and Feed Philippines, the community-wide initiative has supported more than 100,000 individuals to date.
Reach Out and Feed Philippines extended their deepest gratitude to Sony Music for providing valuable support to the feeding outreach. “Their support is not just a contribution; it’s a lifeline to those in need. Together, we’re making a tangible difference, one meal at a time,” Dawn Cabigon, Founder and Chairperson of Reach Out and Feed Philippines said.
The team, which was headed by Sony Music, distributed healthy meals to indigent families. Shoti, one of the label’s recording stars, volunteered and serenaded the beneficiaries with his music, which includes a performance of the viral smash “LDR,” the new single “waiting 4 u (delulu),” and a rendition of the holiday classic “Jingle Bell Rock.”
“I’ve received a lot of blessings this year,” said the teen pop singer-songwriter. “And the least thing that I can do is to pay it forward in my own little way. I’m grateful to my Sony Music family and Brgy. Damayang Lagi for the opportunity to bring joy and inspiration to these families. I’m honored to have used my platform in enacting impactful changes within the community, and I hope to be of service to more people in the future.”
Shoti also encouraged the children and parents to join him on the LDR TikTok dance trend, which drew cheers and laughter among the participants.
He’s one of the artists that supports Sony Music Entertainment’s countless philanthropic activities every year, with the utmost goal of creating valuable and positive social impact for a better future.
Roslyn Pineda, General Manager, Philippines, Sony Music Entertainment, expressed her gratitude to Shoti for his time and generosity to the cause. “I am incredibly proud of our young artist Shoti, who, at just 16 years old, displayed immense dedication and commitment by flying all the way from Cebu to Manila to participate in the feeding program organized by Reach Out and Feed Philippines. Shoti’s willingness to go the extra mile to make a difference is truly inspiring.”
Season of Giving, a global initiative of Sony Music Group, runs throughout the holiday season in collaboration with charity partners across Africa, Asia, Australia/New Zealand, Canada, Continental Europe, Latin America, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Facilitating volunteer events in each region where they have an office presence, Sony Music Group through Sony Music Entertainment Philippines, showed an unwavering commitment to help secure the resources needed to serve the most vulnerable individuals and families in different parts of the world.
Pineda adds, “Sony Music Philippines is committed to continuing our Season of Giving initiatives and partnering with organizations like Reach Out and Feed Philippines to create a lasting change. Together with our artists, we will continue to use our platform to uplift and empower communities.”
This campaign also represents the company’s ongoing commitment to forge humanitarian partnerships and support communities that need it most, inside and outside the music industry.
HORI7ON, composed of Vinci, Kim, Kyler, Reyster, Winston, Jeromy, and Marcus, received the Global Artist of the Year Award in the 8th PPOP AWARDS 2023 that was held on the 30th of November at the Rizal Park Open Air Auditorium, Philippines.
The PPOP AWARDS 2023 is one of the biggest music awards show in the Philippines. HORI7ON shared shoulder to shoulder with the most prominent Filipino artists SB19 and 4TH IMPACT as they achieved the feat of winning the Global Artist of the Year award.
In just 4 months since making their debut, HORI7ON not only won the Global Artist Award, but was also nominated for a total of 3 categories including the Philippine New Boy Group and Philippine Pop Song of the Year categories, showing their explosive popularity in the Philippines.
As HORI7ON makes their step as a world pop artist, they also attended the Virtual Pre-Show Live held by the CETV Philippine Channel that was done live, making the fans anticipate even more. Meanwhile, HORI7ON has been actively promoting in Korea and the Philippines, continuing their interaction with the ANCHORs (official fandom name).
HORI7ON has successfully made their debut with their first full album “Friend-SHIP” in July this year. They have announced as well that they are busy with preparations for their comeback good luck song that will be full of positive energy and that is set for January 2024.
Here’s your chance to catch NewJeans, ZEROBASEONE, LE SSERAFIM, and the rest of your favorite Asian superstars live as the country hosts the Asia Artist Awards (AAA) 2023 for the first time ever at the Philippine Arena on Dec. 14.
One of the biggest and star-studded shows recognizing Asian artists in film, television, and music, AAA is the latest addition to this year’s stellar line-up of Smart Live events, which gives subscribers access to exclusive perks and privileges to live concerts and events.
Among the Asian artists gracing AAA are NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, ZEROBASEONE, NMIXX, BOYNEXTDOOR, Stray Kids, ITZY, THE BOYZ, Kwon Eunbi, Kep1er, Seventeen BSS, Kim Seon Ho and Ahn Hyeo Seop and more.
“All roads lead to the AAA this December, and as always, we at Smart want to give our subscribers the biggest fan service by bringing them closer to their favorite Asian idols,” said Lloyd Manaloto, First Vice President and Head of Prepaid and Content at Smart.
“This is just one of the many ways we give back to our loyal customers, who have made us the Phillippines’ biggest mobile services provider in terms of subscribers today,” added Manaloto.
How to redeem AAA tickets with Smart Prepaid Smart Prepaid subscribers may secure AAA tickets in two ways – through points redemption on the Smart App or by activating a Smart Prepaid eSIM and availing of Magic Data+ packages.
For points redemption on the Smart App, subscribers may follow these steps on Nov. 16 to 17, 2023:
1. Download and then log in on the Smart App; 2. Tap ‘My Rewards’ and choose the Asia Artist Awards (AAA) ticket you want to redeem with your points; 3. Wait for the confirmation message then head to the Smart Booth at SM Megamall B in Mandaluyong from Nov. 25 to 26, 2023 to claim your ticket. Be ready to present your redemption notification and your active subscription to Power All 149 on the Smart App.
On the other hand, subscribers may also secure an AAA ticket by activating a Smart Prepaid eSIM and topping up with Magic Data+ 749 packages. To do this, subscribers may follow these steps: 1. Purchase and activate your Smart Prepaid eSIM (Digital or Carded); 2. Go to the Smart Store at SM Megamall B in Mandaluyong on November 25 to 26, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and 3. Present proof of your active Smart Prepaid eSIM and availment of Magic Data+ 749 on the Smart App; The required number of Magic Data+ 749 availments varies depending on your preferred ticket
Subscribers can enjoy the best fan experiences and instantly share their best moments with the rest of the world powered by Smart, the Philippines’ Fastest and Best Mobile Network as cited by Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence.
Today, global superstar Dua Lipa has returned with “Houdini” – the highly anticipated track introducing the beginning of a new chapter following her 2020 smash Future Nostalgia. The track is out today alongside its official music video, which you can watch here.
“Houdini” kickstarts the narrative thread that weaves its way through Dua’s upcoming project. Dua notes that “Houdini,” “embodies that 4 a.m. feeling when the night is coming to a close and you’re a bit sweaty, but you just don’t want the party to end.” The official music video, directed by Manu Cossu with cinematographer André Chemetoff, sees Dua post-rehearsal in a dance hall, revising her choreography under fluorescent lights. The lights reflect in the room’s mirrors, creating an optical illusion as the energy begins to swell.
“This track represents the most light and freeing parts of my singledom,” says Dua. “’Houdini’ is very tongue in cheek, exploring the idea of whether someone is really worth my while or if I’ll ghost them in the end. You never know where something may take you, that’s the beauty of being open to whatever life throws your way. I’m looking forward to sharing that feeling of defiant bliss with my fans.”
“Houdini” was written by Lipa, along with Caroline Ailin, Danny L. Harle, Tobias Jesso Jr., and Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker, a group who served as core collaborators throughout the project, and was produced by Parker and Harle. “A lot of this album was written in those joyous moments of absolute chaos and how I moved through the world with lightness and optimism of whatever the outcome may be,” says Dua.
About Dua Lipa
3x GRAMMY and 6x Brit Award-winning international pop powerhouse Dua Lipa closed out 2022 as one of the top performers of the year, with both Variety and Billboard naming her Future Nostalgia World Tour among the best live shows of the year. The tour’s namesake album solidified Dua’s position as both a critical success and top radio performer. Future Nostalgia is certified platinum in the US and UK, was the longest running top 10 album by a female artist on the Billboard 200 in 2021, and has spawned multiple worldwide hit singles, with “Levitating” earning certified diamond status and the title of Billboard’s No. 1 Hot 100 Song of 2021. In addition to breaking solo records, Dua proved to be a formidable collaborator, with Elton John’s “Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)” landing them the honor of Variety’s 2022 Hitmakers of the Year.
Dua has found superstar status on stage and off, thanks to her many passions outside the world of music. 2022 saw Dua launch Service95, a global style, culture, and society editorial platform inspired by her lifelong habit of curating extensive recommendations lists. The accompanying podcast, DuaLipa: At Your Service, features thoughtful conversations with high-profile guests from fellow performers and artists to authors and activists, and has been lauded in publications including The Sunday Times, Vogue, The Guardian and was named one of the Best Podcasts of 2022 by Spotify. Dua’s passion for reading and affinity for storytelling led her to launch the third and latest branch of the platform, the Service95 Book Club.
As a fashion icon, Dua has graced the cover of every major fashion magazine worldwide from Vogue and Elle to W and Dazed. Most recently, Dua co-designed Versace’s “La Vacanza” collection, alongside the iconic Donatella Versace herself. The womenswear collection debuted at a fashion show in Cannes in May 2023 which Vogue called, “the hottest collaboration of the summer” while Vogue Runway’s review of the show hailed it “an instantly desirable, flattering summer wardrobe.”
Dua’s eponymous 2017 debut album is certified platinum, spawned six platinum tracks, and made her the first female artist in Brit Awards history to pick up five nominations in a single year. Dua has a total of 8 Grammy nominations, with three wins for Best Pop Vocal Album, Best New Artist and Best Dance Recording. Across platforms globally, she has amassed over 38 billion streams and holds the record for having the top two most streamed albums by a female artist of all time on Spotify.
HORI7ON moves on to the 2023 AAA Popularity Award final round of voting.
The preliminary voting for the 2023 AAA Popularity Awards was held from October 14 for 16 days through the Idol Champ app and HORI7ON ranked 4th for the male singer division. For the male singer division, the candidates included a total of 106 solo artists and groups including BTS, SB19, and ZEROBASEONE. HORI7ON received 47,903 votes – a 3.2% voting rate – and advanced to the final round.
Among the candidates for the male singer division, HORI7ON received the most votes among all the Filipino artists proving to be the top idol group in the Philippines. A particular note for this 2023 AAA is that it is set to be held in Manila Philippines, raising anticipation whether the members of HORI7ON would be able to win the Popularity Award at the largest music awards of Asia in their home country.
This 2023 AAA Popularity Award will be chosen 100% by fan votes and the top 30 groups who received the most votes in the preliminary voting will be nominated as the final candidates for the final voting. The final voting will begin on November 14, Tuesday 10 AM until November 30, Thursday.
More details have been released regarding the 2023 Asia Artist Awards in the Philippines!
PULP Live World unveiled the seat plan and ticket prices for the 2023 Asia Artist Awards in the Philippines which is set to happen at the Philippine Arena on December 14, 2023, with more than 50 artists in attendance.
The award ceremony, which will bring together artists from South Korea, China, Japan, and the Philippines, has brought forth excitement among the fans as it makes its grand debut in the Philippines. The country will take center stage and host the renowned Asian entertainment award show which offers a panoramic view of Asia’s dynamic showbiz scene.
IVE’s Jang Wonyoung, Kang Daniel, and ZEROBASEONE’s Sung Hanbin will serve as the hosts for the AAA 2023.
Tickets to the prestigious awards show will go on sale on November 12, 2023, at 12 noon, via pulptickets.com. Additionally, for Metrobank credit card holders, a pre-sale will transpire on November 10 from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. Metrobank collaborated with PULP Live World as the official bank partner and ticket pre-sale partner for the highly anticipated AAA 2023.
Check out the seat plan and the ticket prices below:
LBA VIP – Php 25,000 (with one raffle entry to the red carpet event)
LBA Premium – Php 20,500
LBB VIP – Php 17,500
LBB Premium – Php 15,500
LBB Regular – Php 13,500
UBA Premium – Php 11,500
UBB Premium – Php 7,500
UBB Regular – Php 6,500
UBC Premium – Php 4,500
UBC Regular – Php 3,500
UBC Generic – Php 3,000
Please note that the prices are inclusive of ticketing charges.
The 2023 ASIA ARTIST AWARDSIN THE PHILIPPINES is made possible through the efforts of StarNews Korea, the Asia Artist Awards Organizing Committee, TONZ Entertainment, and PULP Live World, with Metrobank as its official bank partner and co-presented by Smart, Viu, and McDonald’s.
FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER IN THE PHILIPPINES DIRECT FROM A TRIUMPHANT RUN AT SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE CAMERON MACKINTOSH’S ACCLAIMED NEW PRODUCTION OF BOUBLIL & SCHÖNBERG’S MISS SAIGON ARRIVES IN MANILA THIS MARCH 2024
The heat is on in Manila as GMG Productions, in association with GWB Entertainment, has announced that Cameron Mackintosh’s globally acclaimed production of Boublil & Schönberg’s “Miss Saigon” is heading to The Theatre at Solaire this March 2024.
The internationally acclaimed new production of “Miss Saigon” opened in London in May 2014 to record-breaking advance sales and critical acclaim, winning an unprecedented 9 Whatsonstage Awards. It then opened on Broadway and a hugely successful US Tour followed with The New Yorker calling it “A Dynamite Broadway revival”. UK’s The Daily Telegraph wrote, “This thrilling new production spills out beyond theatre and speaks directly to the times we live in – magnificent performances.”The Daily Mail said, “The greatest musical of all time just got even better!”. It has just completed a hugely successful run at Sydney Opera House and, following limited seasons in Melbourne and Adelaide, the show will land in Manila, a city that has a deep connection with this musical, in March 2024.
Sir Cameron Mackintosh has shared his enthusiasm for bringing the title to the Philippines. “I’m absolutely thrilled to be bringing my spectacular new production of Miss Saigon to Manila. Without a doubt, it is the best production of Saigon I have ever produced, with one of the most brilliant casts that have ever performed the show around the world. I can’t envisage another show of this scale being done in Manila for the foreseeable future.”
Carlos Candal, GMG Productions’ CEO added that “Following the incredible success of Hamilton, and continuing with GMGP’s commitment to bringing the absolute pinnacle of musical entertainment to Manila, I could not be more excited to be presenting “Miss Saigon” at the Theater at Solaire. Filipinos have a deep connection with “Miss Saigon” because it has been the stage where countless Filipino artists have had their moment to shine.” “The production has given talents like Lea Salonga, Jon Jon Briones, Joanna Ampil, Rachelle Ann Go, and countless others a platform to showcase their extraordinary skills and passion, and we’re excited to welcome a new company of world-class performers to share the new staging of this phenomenal production”
Torben Brookman, Director of GWB Entertainment, shares “After witnessing the Opening Night of this production in Sydney recently, audiences are in for an absolute treat with the best production of this incredible show that I’ve ever seen – the heat will be on in Manila!
Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Boublil and Schönberg’s classic musical first premiered in London’s West End in 1989. The Tony® and Olivier award-winning musical has been seen by 38 million people worldwide, staged in 32 countries, in over 350 cities, and in 15 different languages for the past 34 years.
A retelling of Giacomo Puccini’s classic opera, Madame Butterfly, Miss Saigon moves the love story to 1970s Vietnam. The audience follows a young Vietnamese woman named Kim as she navigates the chaos of Saigon during the Vietnam War, falls in love with an American G.I. named Chris, and embarks on an extraordinary three-year quest for reunion, all while harboring a heart-wrenching secret.
Miss Saigon has music by Claude-Michel Schönberg with lyrics by Richard Maltby Jr. and Alain Boublil, adapted from original French lyrics by Alain Boublil, with additional lyrics by Michael Mahler. The new production is directed by Laurence Connor with musical staging by Bob Avian and additional choreography by Geoffrey Garratt. The production design is by Totie Driver and Matt Kinley based on an original concept by Adrian Vaux; costume design by Andreane Neofitou; lighting design by Bruno Poet; projections by Luke Halls; sound design by Mick Potter; and orchestrations by William David Brohn. Music supervision is by Alfonso Casado Trigo and Guy Simpson.
The Manila season is presented at The Theatre at Solaire by GMG Productions, with tickets on sale on November 6 only through TicketWorld. Theatre fans can also enjoy exclusive first access to the show with UnionBank of the Philippines as the show’s official sponsor and pre-sale partner or through the GMG Miss Saigon waitlist at www.gmg-productions.com. Pre-sale period will run from October 23 to November 3.
Don’t miss the opportunity to witness Miss Saigon, landing at The Theatre at Solaire in March 2024. For updates and exclusive announcements, visit www.gmg-productions.com or follow us @gmg.productions.
Experience Your Favorite Disney Princess Songs Performed Live By International Broadway Stars
Meet the cast of Disney Princess – The Concert as a quartet of Broadway and television stars celebrate the music from every Disney Princess in an unforgettable show, alongside their magical Music Director and enchanting Prince. Catch the shows in MANILA on November 18 & 19, 3PM & 8PM at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater, CEBU on November 22, 8PM at the Waterfront Hotel Cebu City and DAVAO on November 21, 8PM at the SMX Convention Center Davao. Presented by Disney Concerts and Wilbros Live.
Anneliese van der Pol is a TV icon of the millennial generation, known for portraying ‘Chelsea Daniels,’ Raven-Symoné’s best friend, on Disney Channel’s record-breaking series, That’s So Raven and Raven’s Home. On Broadway, Anneliese was the final actress to play ‘Belle’ in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast alongside Donny Osmond, when it closed at The Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in 2007. Most recently, she’s been having a blast touring the US (and world!) with Disney Princess – The Concert!
Aisha Jackson was last seen on Broadway as ‘Snow White’ in the Britney Spears musical Once Upon a One More Time. Previously, during her run in Disney’s Frozen on Broadway, she made history as the first Black woman to portray the role of ‘Anna.’ Additional Broadway credits include Paradise Square, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and Waitress. Aisha is a true advocate for change, equity, and inclusion on Broadway, and hopes to continue creating roles for Black women to shine and lead, because representation matters.
Krysta Rodriguez has proven herself to be a versatile actress of both stage and screen. A veteran of nine Broadway shows, Rodriguez most recently starred as ‘Cinderella’ in Into the Woods (on Broadway and in Los Angeles) and originated the role of ‘Wednesday’ in The Addams Family. Her past roles include originating ‘Ilse’ in the critically acclaimed revival of Spring Awakening, ‘Casey’ in First Date opposite Zachary Levi, and Disney heroine ‘Megara’ in the world premiere stage adaptation of the beloved animated film Hercules. Additional Broadway credits include the original companies of In the Heights, Spring Awakening, A Chorus Line (revival) and Good Vibrations.
Steffanie Leigh made her Broadway debut as the title role in Disney’s Mary Poppins. She went on to originate the roles of Liane d’Exelmans in Gigi and the iconic supermodel Dorian Leigh in War Paint, starring Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole. Her international and regional credits include Venus in Fur at Singapore Repertory Theatre, Gods of Comedy at The Old Globe and McCarter Theatre, and Passion at Signature Theatre for which she received a Helen Hayes Award nomination for her portrayal of ‘Clara.’
Adam J. Levy is currently in Broadway’s Moulin Rouge and was last seen in the first national tour of Waitress. His New York and regional credits include Fiddler on the Roof, The Light in the Piazza, A Chorus Line, Hairspray, Lysistrata Jones, and Merrily We Roll Along. He has sung with symphony orchestras across the US, including the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center, the LA Phil at the Hollywood Bowl, and the New York Philharmonic at Lincoln Center.
Benjamin Rauhala is one of the Broadway community’s most trusted music directors and collaborators. He is the music supervisor, co-creator, and on-stage host of Disney Princess – The Concert, which has been thrilling audiences internationally since October of 2021. He worked as an arranger on the opening numbers of the 2022 and 2023 Tony Awards as well as the 2023 BAFTA Film Awards for Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose, with whom he has collaborated closely since 2012. Rauhala has toured the world since 2014 as the music director for Jeremy Jordan, the Tony-nominated star of Broadway’s Newsies, and in 2020, he was named ‘Best Musical Director’ at the Broadway World Cabaret Awards.
Disney Princess – The Concert will include songs like “How Far I’ll Go,” “A Whole New World,” “Just Around the Riverbend,” “Part of Your World,” “Almost There,” “Let It Go” and more!
Tickets are available at TicketWorld.com.ph and TicketWorld outlets for MANILA shows, and SMTickets.com and SM Tickets outlets for CEBU and DAVAO shows. For more information, follow @WilbrosLive on social media.
Metrobank, a leading financial institution, is proud to announce its collaboration with PULP Live World, the top concert and live event organizer in the Philippines, as the official bank partner and ticket pre-sale partner for the highly anticipated 2023 Asia Artist Awards (AAA) in the Philippines happening on December 14, 2023, at the Philippine Arena.
As the exclusive bank partner for this prestigious event, Metrobank is set to elevate the experience for fans by offering a raffle and early access to tickets. This exclusive opportunity will be available solely to Metrobank credit card holders, providing them with a unique advantage to secure their spots at one of the most significant award ceremonies in the region.
AAA Organizing Committee, PULP Live World Productions, and Metrobank Card
The Metrobank Pre-Sale starts at 10 a.m. and ends at 11:59 p.m. on November 10, 2023, via www.pulptickets.com. The pre-sale is exclusive for Metrobank credit card holders.
Philippines’ primetime “bidas” Alden Richards’ and Julia Montes’ highly-anticipated big screen event “Five Breakups and A Romance” is set to exceed estimates and continue to break the local movie industry’s slump when it opens in local cinemas nationwide on October 18.
“Five Breakups and A Romance” is directed by Irene Villamor (also known for her work in “Meet Me in St. Gallen” that won the Best Film, Best Actor and Best Actress awards at FACINE, “Sid and Aya” and “Camp Sawi”). The very first collaboration between GMA Pictures, Cornerstone Studios, MYRIAD Corporation, Alden’s multimedia company and distributed by Axinite Digicinema, the film also marks the first team up of Richards and Montes for the big screen.
An endearing romantic love story, “Five Breakups and A Romance” is a modern love story between Lance (Richards), a carefree fellow and Justine (Montes), career-centric woman, as they navigate to find the ideal midpoint between love and career. The film treads on the complexities of relationships in today’s fast changing landscape, but when the unexpected comes, will Lance and Justine choose love over career? Will they choose the present over the future? How many times do they have to let go in order to find a way back into each other’s lives? The unconventional pairing of the lead actors in the movie also pushes their talents tackling fresh characters and more mature roles as they deal with scenes (as teased on the trailer) they’ve never done on the big screen before.
It’s a date on October 18 only at the cinemas when “Five Breakups and A Romance” opens in cinemas nationwide.
It’s the voice. It’s the songs. And it’s definitely the overall contributions to the great OPM Songbook that makes an artist great, and span decades with the timeless adoration and respect by his/her fellow peers and audiences worldwide.
Joey G. is definitely one of those artists.
A songwriter/singer/performer who has endeared himself and his body of work to music fans through the decades… it is simply a remarkable feat that he is still at it… and shows no signs of slowing down, nor chooses to stop and smell the proverbial roses.
Which is why concert production outfit Random Minds is proud to announce that this November 5th, fans will be able to enjoy a full night of both reminiscing and appreciating Joey G’s extensive repertoire with its second installment of the Random Hits Live series at the famed New Frontier Theater at the Araneta Center, Cubao.
Dubbed Joey G. Side Ko Lang…longtime followers can expect nothing but the absolute best from the celebrated performer, whose uncanny ability to fuse the best in pop/rock/adult contemporary music with painfully sincere lyricism has elevated his status to that of legendary in the country. With his too-many-to-count smash hits with his former outfit Side A (ditties like “Forevermore,” “So Many Questions” “Set You Free” and “Hold On,” to name a very select few…) to his melodically enthralling recent releases like 2021’s “Deep Inside” and this year’s “Letting You Go,” it is without a doubt that this will truly be one magical evening for fans of all ages.
Also joining Joey G. is fellow hit-maker Juris, who is slated to add even more enchanting songs that everyone will surely sing-along-to and appreciate.
“Random Hits Live is a series of shows featuring both local and international acts wherein audiences can enjoy both a host of hit songs and new music from their favorite artists,” says Random Minds’ main man Allan Villegas.
“Our first installment featured Korean group Dreamcatcher, so we figured it was only natural that we also celebrate our very own legendary talents like Joey G. And as for Side Ko Lang… we also plan to bring the show out on tour outside of Manila,” shares Villegas.
Tickets are already on sale and they are going fast, so head-on over to www.ticketnet.com.ph to purchase your tickets online or go to any TicketNet outlet nationwide. There’s also a limited number of VIP Meet n’ Greet passes available exclusively through https://www.randommindsinc.com/.
So be sure to save the date, and treat your friends, loved ones and yourself to one of the year’s best live events.
For more information and updates, interested parties can also follow Random Minds social media pages:
Chanyeol for Ever Bilena trended on social media even before the new A-lister celebrity ambassador was announced!
Ever Bilena trended online because of speculation of its new partnership with EXO’s Chanyeol! Photos of Ever Bilena’s teasers in stores spread on social media as Chanyeol’s fans were hyped with excitement over the possibility of an Ever Bilena x Chanyeol collaboration!
Fans of this Korean idol can worry no more because Ever Bilena finally announced Chanyeol as the newest face of the brand this August 18, 2023! Ever Bilena is Chanyeol’s first-ever Filipino cosmetics endorsement, while he is Ever Bilena’s first-ever male and international brand ambassador.
This new brand collaboration is reflective of Ever Bilena’s push to continuously produce top-tier product innovations as well as strongly conveys the brand’s tagline #ForEveryBeauty, that beauty is for everyone.
According to Ever Bilena’s Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, Denice Sy, “Chanyeol’s world-class appeal makes him a great representative for Ever Bilena.” The multihyphenate and multitalented idol is not only a singer and a rapper, but also a guitarist, an actor, a great cook, and a philanthropist. “His heart and positive personality are both aspirational and relatable to Ever Bilena users,” adds Denice.
Chanyeol fronts Ever Bilena’s “EB Plus” collection, consisting of the EB Plus Shape & Set Brow Duo (Php 275), EB Plus Fearless Serum Skin Foundation (Php 325), EB Plus Two Way Cake Serum Foundation (Php 250), and the brand’s newest drop, the EB Plus Serum Tinted Lip Balm (Php 245). Your best-in-class product selection for a clean, natural, and K-glass skin makeup look!
Chanyeol’s go-to shades from the range are “Oriental” for both the EB Plus Fearless Serum Skin Foundation and EB Plus Two Way Cake Serum Foundation product lines. He likes to mix the shade “Bloom” with other variants under the EB Plus Serum Tinted Lip Balm to achieve a unique MLBB (my lips but better) look and goes for the Keratin-infused EB Plus Shape & Set Brow Serum Duo as his trusty brow gel to hold his brows in place.
“We have so much in store for Chanyeol’s fans as well!” says Denice. Take note that Chanyeol’s last fan con in Manila with co-EXO member Sehun sold out in just 3 hours! We definitely look forward to Ever Bilena’s upcoming Chanyeol partnership activities soon, including the upcoming CHANYEOL for EVER BILENA FUN MEET at the PICC Plenary Hall on October 1, making it the first solo fan meeting of the multi-hyphenate in the Philippines. Limited EB kits are still available via select SM Stores.
In the meantime, you may shop the EB Plus collection at all Watsons, SM Beauty Dept. Stores, Robinsons Department Stores, The Landmark, W Department Store, and other premiere department store outlets nationwide! Chanyeol’s picks are also available online at Ever Bilena’s flagship stores in Shopee, Tiktok, and Lazada!
Follow the hashtag #ChanyeolForEverBilena and Ever Bilena’s social media handles for more updates about Chanyeol x Ever Bilena. Tiktok and Instagram @everbilenaofficial, Facebook at facebook.com/everbilenacosmetics
Karpos proudly welcomes the first 12 artists coming home to Wanderland
Continuing its annual tradition of celebrating good music and good people, Wanderland Music & Arts Festival has just announced their first roster of artists for 2024 all packed inside its new and homey theme: Wanderland Neighborhood.
The ninth edition of the country’s premier music and arts festival is set to happen on March 9 & 10, 2024 at the Filinvest City Events Grounds, Alabang, Muntinlupa, Philippines.
It’s time to meet your neighbors.
Jack Johnson is the first headliner of Wanderland 2024
Wave 1 is starting off with a banger as American singer-songwriter Jack Johnson makes his Philippine debut at Wanderland Music & Arts Festival. Aside from creating poetic music and folk pop anthems, Jack is also an environmental rights activist who spearheads sustainability campaigns on ocean health–a true inspiration for the festival’s journey towards sustainability.
With his classic songs Better Together, Banana Pancakes, and Sunsets For Somebody Else, it is a must to experience live the warmth and heartfelt tunes of Jack Johnson.
Bringing home to the Wanderland stage
If music can feel like home, these artists are up on the list.
Aussie-born, Berlin-based band Parcels will be bringing your living room party and patio dinner playlists to life with their signature live dance music experience. Novo Amor (Ali Meredith-Lacey), a Welsh multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter, will make his much-awaited visit to perform music reminiscent of our safe space at home. Meanwhile, US-based RnB singer-songwriter, Jeff Bernat, armed with elements of soul and pop is bound to set the mood high for his Filipino homies.
Next-door wonders
When it comes to quality sound and a good time, we cannot leave out what our next-door friends have to offer. We have Beenzino, a K-Hiphop and rap artist, 雲端司機 (CLOUDRIVER), a lauded guitarist and singer from Taiwan, and Filipino-Aussie sensation grentperez.
Homegrown talents
One thing about Wanderland is that it will never be short of homegrown acts. Showcasing the best of the country’s indie music scene is just the festival’s thing.
Starting off with Paolo Sandejas, the country’s freshest neo-soul act with addictive melodies laced with indie-pop and alt-rock vibes. Eccentric to the eyes and good on the ears is Ena Mori, who artistically bridges Filipino and Japanese genres in her music. Bicol’s best kept secret, dwta, will be enchanting the crowd with songs purely and beautifully sung in Bicolano. Along with them is the band bird., who explores songs that narrate the melancholic life of a typical Filipino teenager, almost akin to US midwestern emo. And finally, accidental supergroup Party Pace, with a hodge-podge of members from various household names in the local scene (IVOS, Sandwich, Chicosci), completes the Wave 1 lineup.
In true Wanderland fashion, Wave 1 already has something for everyone. Be sure to grab your tickets early to score the best deals!
Wanderland Phase 1 tickets go on sale September 20, 12NN via wanderlandfest.com. 2-Day Star (VIP) Wanderer: PHP 12,890.00 2-Day Regular Wanderer: PHP 6,470.00 Day Pass: PHP4,865.00 2-Day Star Wanderbuddies (bundle of 5 tickets): PHP 53,550.00 2-Day Regular Wanderbuddies (bundle of 5 tickets): PHP 29,475.00 Early Entry 2-Day Pass (entry is strictly until 2PM): PHP 5,935.00
Phase 1 tickets are available for a limited time only from September 20-30, 2023 or until supplies last. Ticket prices are set to increase as the festival nears, so the earlier you get your hands on tickets, the better!
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No need to wander far, home is already here.
Wanderland Neighborhood: Home of good music and good people. March 9 & 10, 2024 Filinvest City Events Grounds, Alabang, Muntinlupa, Philippines #WanderlandMusicFest
A Festival By Karpos Multimedia Co-Presented by: Philippine Airlines and Grab Official Ticketing: Tickelo
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