On November 11, 2023, CCP Open Grounds in Pasay City was alive with the music of Fusion: The Philippine Music Festival. The stage lit up with fantastic performances from the most talented OPM artists. Bamboo, KZ, Mahalima, Ben&Ben, Arthur Nery, Gloc-9, Morissette, Adie, 6Cyclemind, Gracenote, Shanti Dope, Al James, Hey June, and Denise Julia, all set the stage on fire and created an incredible experience for everyone.
The music was a mix of everything – slow songs, heart-pounding beats – a blend of different styles that resonated with the thousands in attendance. Notable performances included special dance showcases by the NU Dance Company and the electrifying moves of D’Grind, adding a dynamic layer to the celebration.
Fusion wasn’t just about music; it was a whole experience. Attendees found themselves immersed in engaging activities, courtesy of sponsors such as Watsons Philippines, Jack Daniel’s and Coca Cola, Coca-Cola, Chevrolet, Fudgee Barr, Hapee Toothpaste, Dazz Dishwashing, Embassy Whisky, Chill Spiked Spirit, and Max’s Restaurant. From vibrant displays to interactive installations, these booths contributed to the overall festival ambiance.
But what made Fusion really special was the energy from the crowd. Everyone wasn’t just watching; they were part of the fun. Laughter, smiles, singing, and dancing, were everywhere! It wasn’t just about the music; it was about coming together, celebrating freedom, and playing as one.
As the music faded away, everyone agreed – Fusion was even better than expected.
The success of Fusion sets the stage for future events, promising even more exciting experiences. For those who found themselves craving more after this night, the journey continues with upcoming events like Road to Fusion: La Union and Fusion 2024.
Get ready for more music, more fun, and more awesome moments because Fusion is just getting started.
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.
Ten years after his last visit to the Philippines, singer-actor Lee Junho returned to give his devoted followers the most amazing fan meeting experience.
As six o’clock approached, ecstatic cheers filled the SM Mall of Asia Arena. On November 11, 2023, in Manila, the much-awaited JUNHO THE MOMENT 2023 began with jubilant cheers as the lights went down.
Performing solo tracks “Canvas” from his first extended play of the same name and “Nobody Else” from 2PM’s 2015 studio album No.5, the King the Land actor kicked off the fan meeting. He continued, extending his greetings to the crowd, saying, “Mabuhay! Ako si Lee Junho. Maligayang pagdating sa aking pinakaunang fan meeting tour.” He expressed his joy at having returned to Manila after a while and seeing everyone. “I really miss everyone,” he continued. The singer-actor assured his audience that everyone would have a great memory of the evening, and he surely followed through on that promise as the evening went on.
Photos from Live Nation Philippines
The fan meeting resumed with segments hosted by Sam Oh that allowed attendees to learn more about the Korean star through behind-the-scenes accounts of his photo shoots and wardrobe decisions. A retrospective of his filmography was also undertaken, with a focus on his most recent productions, King the Land and The Red Sleeve. He stated that Yi San from The Red Sleeve was his most memorable performance at the press conference that preceded his fan meeting. He also acknowledged that it took him some time to let go of the character.
The Red Sleeve served as Lee Junho’s first drama after his discharge from the military. It portrays the story of a royal court romance between a court lady who wishes to defend her chosen life and the King of Joseon, who puts his duty to his country above love. The singer-actor won accolades for his role as Yi San from a number of organizations, including the 2022 Baeksang Arts Awards, where he took home the Best Actor Award for Television, being the first idol to do so.
Photos from Live Nation Philippines
In addition, he spoke about his beloved character Gu Won from the drama King the Land, in which he co-starred with YoonA of Girls’ Generation. After the “Do you want to sleep over?” scene was shown, the singer-actor said that they wanted to portray and symbolize the characters’ love, and they hoped that the audience could connect with it. During its premiere, King the Land was the most popular Netflix series in 23 different countries. The drama is still accessible on the streaming platform.
The kilig, however, did not end there. Following his “Nothing But You” performance, Lee Junho fulfilled fan requests, gracing his admirers with embraces, conversations, and proximity. A true fan service king, he twice serenaded the crowd with his performance of “Imahe” by Magnus Haven.
Lee Junho sang “Can I,” “I’m In Love,” “DSMN,” and “Ride Up” to round out the fan meeting. The 2PM member expressed his sincere gratitude for all of the love and support he got at his first fan meeting. If the chance to perform again came up, he vowed to go back to the Philippines. “Thank you, Manila! I love you!”
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.
The first GMMTV Fan Day in Manila is drawing closer and Thai superstars JoongDunk and JimmySea have released videos inviting fans to see them at their respective shows.
The stars of “Star in My Mind” Joong Archen and Dunk Natachai expressed excitement to meet their Filipino fans for the first time. The duo also gave a playful shout-out to Jimmy and Sea, calling them “handsome friends.”
Hey, Filo-Dungjang! 💛#JoongDunk got a special message for you 💌
They hope to see you on November 18 for #GMMTVFANDAY8! This is the first GMMTV Fan Day event and #JoongDunk's first fanmeeting in Manila so don't miss out ✨
Meanwhile, Jimmy Jitaraphol and Sea Tawinan showed off their Tagalog skills, leading their video with cute introductions of “Ako po si Jimmy, [I’m Jimmy]” and “Ako po si Sea [I’m Sea].” The leading men of on-going Thai drama “Last Twilight,” also said that it’s the perfect time to meet Filipino fans.
Filo-Nomnom, here's something that'll surely make you smile 💜💙#JimmySea is inviting you to their first ever fanmeeting event in Manila! They will be waiting so don't leave them hanging.
Happening on November 18 at The Podium Hall, GMMTV Fan Day 8 in Manila is a special event that features back-to-back fanmeetings with GMMTV artists. The event also includes a fansign activity where fans can see all four GMMTV artists on one stage.
Tickets for the event are still available via SM Tickets Outlets and https://smtickets.com.
For more information, follow CDM Entertainment’s official social media accounts.
“GMMTV FAN DAY 8 IN MANILA” is presented by GMMTV and CDM Entertainment.
SEVENTEEN will return to the Philippine concert stage with a two-day FOLLOW TO BULACAN in January 2024.
Taking place back-to-back at the Philippine Sports Stadium on January 13 and 14, 2024, SEVENTEEN will make their much-awaited return to the local concert scene. After selling out the January 13 show, the “God of Music” singers added another date to the Philippine stop of their tour.
The boy group will be the first performer to hold back-to-back concerts at the Philippine Sports Stadium in addition to being the first musical act to hold a solo concert there. Pledis Entertainment posted an announcement on Weverse that read, “Thanks to the support of CARAT, we are holding one more show in Bulacan for the SEVENTEEN TOUR ‘FOLLOW’ TO BULACAN.”
Tickets to the second day of Follow to Bulacan will go on sale starting November 16, 2023, at 12 p.m., through www.smtickets.com and SM Tickets outlets.
Follow Tour will serve as the sixth concert tour of SEVENTEEN they brought to the Philippines, following Shining Diamond in 2016, Diamond Edge in 2017, Ideal Cut in 2018, Ode to You in 2020, and Be the Sun in 2022.
SEVENTEEN TOUR “FOLLOW” TO BULACAN is presented by Live Nation Philippines.
In a stunning twist of fate, Poppy discovers that Branch was once part of the boyband phenomenon, BroZone, which was disbanded when Branch was still a baby. Branch and Poppy courageously set out on a mission to reunite Branch’s two other brothers and save Floyd [Troye Siva], who was kidnapped by Velvet and Veneer, aspiring pop stars.
Trolls Band Together, directed by Walt Dohrn.
The plot twist of this sequel is knowing that Poppy has a sister Viva [Camila Cabello]. She bears an uncanny resemblance to the enigmatic Poppy, with blond, curly hair. Viva introduced herself to Poppy but was highly traumatize with bergens that she can’t leave her place to be safe. Poppy and Branch tried to change her thoughts about them by sharing how she loved Bridget [Zooey Deschanel] the sweet, kind-hearted Bergen who married King Gristle Jr.
Trolls Band Together, directed by Walt Dohrn.
The movie is set to be entertaining for the whole family, with the ultimate fangirling in every boyband we all miss! The set of songs that graced our ears was nothing short of a mesmerizing spectacle. Each song, carefully selected and flawlessly performed, took us on a thrilling journey through a myriad of emotions. Not only that, our very own P-pop boy band BGYO has recorded their own official version of the “Better Place” chorus to celebrate the release of the much-awaited Trolls Band Together in the country!
Lesson: “Family is always worth it siblings or not, people should treat each other with kindness.” And “If we come together there’s nothing we can’t do.”
In Trolls Band Together, Poppy (Anna Kendrick) and Branch (Justin Timberlake) are back for an action-packed, all-star, rainbow-colored new chapter in the beloved Trolls franchise. After two films of true friendship and relentless flirting, Poppy and Branch are now officially, finally, a couple (#broppy)!
(from left) John Dory (Eric Andre) and Poppy (Anna Kendrick) in Trolls Band Together, directed by Walt Dohrn.
Trolls Band Together stars a dazzling cast of musical superstars and comedic powerhouses as new franchise characters, including Troye Sivan, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs and Kid Cudi, as Branch’s brothers and BroZone bandmates; Amy Schumer and Andrew Rannells, as the pop-star villains who kidnap Branch’s brother Floyd; as well as Zosia Mamet, RuPaul Charles, and four-time Grammy nominee and Latin Grammy winner Camila Cabello.The returning cast includes Zooey Deschanel, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Kenan Thompson, Aino Jawo, Caroline Hjelt, Anderson .Paak, Ron Funches and Kunal Nayyar.
Trolls Band Together, directed by Walt Dohrn.
Get ready for another dose of infectious pop music when Trolls Band Together opens in cinemas November 15.
I’m so excited to see you excited… goes the chorus of “Better Place,” lead single from the official soundtrack for Trolls Band Together, and the first musical release in two decades by one of the most successful boy bands in pop music history, *NSYNC.
Well, P-pop fans, get ready to be even more psyched! Popular P-pop boy band BGYO has recorded their own official version of the “Better Place” chorus to celebrate the release of the much-awaited Trolls Band Together in the Philippines on November 15.
Trolls Band Together, directed by Walt Dohrn.
“I enjoyed listening to the music in the past Trolls movie so we are very excited to be a part of this one!” says Nate Porcalla, the youngest of the group. His BGYO brothers – Gelo Rivera, Akira Morishita, JL Toreliza and Mikki Claver are just as excited to share their version of the catchy “Better Place” chorus with their fans, the ACEs.
Beloved for its signature psychedelic joy-bomb of new and classic pop hits, the latest sequel in the Trolls movie franchise puts the spotlight on band music. And when it comes to Pinoy pop music or P-pop – our own version of deliciously catchy pop band music in the same vein as K-pop and J-pop – who knows better than BGYO? Dubbed as the “Aces of P-pop,” BGYO has taken the Philippine music industry (and then some) by storm.
Before debuting as idols in 2021, Rivera, Morishita, Toreliza, Claver and Porcalla, trained under ABS-CBN’s Star Hunt Academy with the help of Filipino mentors, as well as South Korean coaches from MU Doctor Academy. The band, whose name stands for “Becoming the change, Going further, You and I, Originally Filipino,” released their debut single, “The Light,” in January 2021, and in less than two weeks after its release, it had already surpassed 100,000 streams on Spotify. The song’s music video was also the fastest P-pop music video to reach 1 million views.
Trolls Band Together, directed by Walt Dohrn.
Their second single, “The Baddest,” also made quite a splash. It ranked #1 on two global charts, Billboard’s Next Big Sound and Pandora Predictions Chart. And earlier this year, BGYO was included by the US Recording Academy or the Grammys on its list of exciting Asian artists to check out, for “redefining what it means to be a boy band in the Philippines.”
“This might be the best movie yet so I hope everybody can watch it. Bring the whole family!”, Nate says.
In Trolls Band Together, Poppy (Anna Kendrick) and Branch (Justin Timberlake) are back for an action-packed, all-star, rainbow-colored new chapter in the beloved Trolls franchise. After two films of true friendship and relentless flirting, Poppy and Branch are now officially, finally, a couple (#broppy)! As they grow closer, Poppy discovers that Branch has a secret past. He was once part of her favorite boyband phenomenon, BroZone, with his four brothers. BroZone disbanded when Branch was still a baby, as did the family, and Branch hasn’t seen his brothers since. But when Branch’s bro Floyd is kidnapped for his musical talents by a pair of nefarious pop-star villains, Branch and Poppy embark on a harrowing and emotional journey to reunite the other brothers and rescue Floyd from a fate even worse than pop-culture obscurity.
Trolls Band Together stars a dazzling cast of musical superstars and comedic powerhouses as new franchise characters, including Troye Sivan, Eric Andre, Daveed Diggs and Kid Cudi, as Branch’s brothers and BroZone bandmates; Amy Schumer and Andrew Rannells, as the pop-star villains who kidnap Branch’s brother Floyd; as well as Zosia Mamet, RuPaul Charles, and four-time Grammy nominee and Latin Grammy winner Camila Cabello.
The returning cast includes Zooey Deschanel, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Kenan Thompson, Aino Jawo, Caroline Hjelt, Anderson .Paak, Ron Funches and Kunal Nayyar.
Get ready for another dose of infectious pop music when Trolls Band Together opens in cinemas November 15.
This holiday season, get ready for an action-packed, all-star, rainbow-colored family reunion like no other as Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake return for the new chapter in DreamWorks Animation’s blockbuster musical franchise: Trolls Band Together.
Trolls Band Together, directed by Walt Dohrn.
After two films of true friendship and relentless flirting, Poppy (Anna Kendrick) and Branch (Justin Timberlake) are now officially, finally, a couple (#broppy)! As they grow closer, Poppy discovers that Branch has a secret past. He was once part of her favorite boyband phenomenon, BroZone, with his four brothers: Floyd (Golden Globe nominated electropop sensation Troye Sivan), John Dory (Eric André; Sing 2), Spruce (Grammy winner Daveed Diggs; Hamilton) and Clay (Grammy winner Kid Cudi; Don’t Look Up). BroZone disbanded when Branch was still a baby, as did the family, and Branch hasn’t seen his brothers since.
(from left) Tiny Diamond (Keenan Thompson) and Mr. Dinkles (Walt Dohrn) in Trolls Band Together, directed by Walt Dohrn.
But when Branch’s bro Floyd is kidnapped for his musical talents by a pair of nefarious pop-star villains—Velvet (Emmy winner Amy Schumer; Trainwreck) and Veneer (Grammy winner and Tony nominee Andrew Rannells; The Book of Mormon)—Branch and Poppy embark on a harrowing and emotional journey to reunite the other brothers and rescue Floyd from a fate even worse than pop-culture obscurity.
Trolls Band Together, directed by Walt Dohrn.
Featuring Trolls’ signature psychedelic joy-bomb of new and classic pop hits, Trolls Band Together stars a dazzling cast of musical superstars and comedic powerhouses as new franchise characters, including four-time Grammy nominee and Latin Grammy winner Camila Cabello (Cinderella) as Viva; Zosia Mamet (The Flight Attendant) as Crimp; and 12-time Emmy winning drag icon RuPaul Charles as Miss Maxine.
The returning cast includes Grammy, Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Zooey Deschanel as Bridget; Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Gristle, the Icona Pop duo Aino Jawo and Caroline Hjelt as Satin and Chenille, Grammy winner Anderson .Paak as Prince D, comedian Ron Funches as Cooper, SAG nominee Kunal Nayyar as Guy Diamond and Emmy winning Saturday Night Live legend Kenan Thompson as Tiny Diamond.
(from left) John Dory (Eric Andre) and Poppy (Anna Kendrick) in Trolls Band Together, directed by Walt Dohrn.
Trolls Band Together is steered by returning director Walt Dohrn and producer Gina Shay, and is co-directed by Tim Heitz (head of story, Trolls World Tour). DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls films—2016’s Trolls and 2020’s Trolls World Tour—have sung and danced their way to record-breaking success, earning an Oscar® nomination for Best Original Song and fuelingone of the largest and most beloved entertainment brands in the world.
Luca Brugnoli, BBC’s Best Young Male Chorister of the Year 2022, will perform at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium – RCBC Plaza on November 22, 2023.
“Luca in Concert: A Special RP – UK Friendship Presentation” is set to be a heartfelt musical journey that will also feature the Steinway & Sons Artist and Global Ambassador, Dominic Ferris, young British dancer Darcey Redman and young Philippine Soprano, Regina Saban.
Born in Sussex, Luca Brugnoli started his musical journey with the world-renowned Libera Boys Choir under the directorship of the late Robert Prizeman. In 2022, he started his solo career alongside the choir while honing his songwriting, guitar, and piano skills with professional coaches in the industry.
His pure angelic voice captured the hearts of music lovers when he became a finalist in the 2022 BBC Young Chorister of the Year competition. The annual search organized by BBC, is open to young vocalists from 10-13 years old for the junior category and 14- 17 years old for the Senior category. Participants are required to render a Christmas song and a sacred song in any musical style.
During the competition, Luca shared that he started singing at the age of 6. “I just love to put a smile on people’s faces. I love to sing it’s just really good and gets all the emotions out at once.”
He added that his singing lessons were initially meant to strengthen his lungs. “I was 13 weeks premature and it was either swimming or singing that I had to do and we chose singing,” he happily shared.
The 13-year-old performer released his first album “Rise Up” early this year. With a line-up of Classical and Crossover songs, apart from the title track and classic tunes like “Ave Maria” and “Pie Jesu” it also includes timeless hits like “The Rose,” “Fields of Gold,” “Vincent,” “Both Sides Now” and many more. The album is available on iTunes, Spotify, and Apple Music.
For his first concert in Manila, Luca will be joined by Steinway & Sons Artist and Global Ambassador, Dominic Ferris, and NAMCYA champion Soprano, Regina Saban with a special ballet performance by British dancer Darcey Redman.
Proceeds will support the underprivileged children and scholars of the National Music Competitions for Young Artists Foundation, Inc. (NAMCYA).
Luca in Concert is brought to you by the British Alumni Association (BAA). In cooperation with the British Embassy, British Council, and British Chamber of Commerce. Presented by Philippine Veterans Bank and Golden Topper. Special Thanks to Stradcom, EEI Corporation, Steel Asia, KPMG R.G. Manabat & Company, RCBC, Reyes, Tacandong & Co., Oishi by Liwayway Marketing Corporation, Unionbank Elite, RCBC Credit Card, Megawide Construction Corporation, Beneficial Life, SM Investments Corporation, Sycip, Gorres, Velayo & Company (SGV), Alphaland Corporation and The Alpha Suites Makati (Official Residence), Marc Ventures, Club Car The Turf Company and Steinway Boutique Manila. Medial Partners are 91.5 WIN Radio Manila and Manila Standard. A production of GKS Events Management Services.
Don’t miss out on this night of passion and purpose and get your tickets at www.ticketworld.com.ph.
British-American award-winning guitarist Saul Hudson, professionally known as Slash, brings “THE RIVER IS RISING – REST OF THE WORLD TOUR ‘24” to Manila!
There’s not much to say when you’re voted the second-best electric guitar player of all time, second only to Jimi Hendrix, or one of the one hundred greatest guitarists OF ALL TIME; when your work has defined an entire generation of hard rock/metal and continues to move and inspire a generation of musicians and songwriters; when – through the decades – you are sought-after by the biggest names across numerous genres who want to collaborate and share the stage with you.
Yep – there is only one Slash. His chops and ability to create some of the most memorable guitar moments of the 20th and 21st centuries are as easily recognizable as his image: signature top hat and Gibson Les Paul included. Serious rock fans – especially Filipino rock fans – who have admired and worshipped his work will lose their minds with the news that Slash and Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators will be returning to Manila via Peace Integrated Marketing, Sin Ye Long, and Jasper Production. The show will be produced by PULP LIVE WORLD (in partnership with Dragon Art Entertainment, The Rock Promotions, and Peace Integrated Marketing) who notably was the first to bring in Slash way back in May 2013.
The show – which is part of The River Is Rising Tour 2024 – will take place on March 12, 2024, at the New Frontier Theater in Cubao, Quezon City. Tickets go on sale this Friday, December 1, 2023, and will be made available through TicketNet Outlets nationwide and online through ticketnet.ph.
Check out the seat plan and ticket prices below:
VIP A – Php 8,250
VIP B – Php 6,250
VIP C – Php 4,850
LOGE – Php 6,250
BALCONY – Php 3,500
An original member of the phenomenal late 80s hard rock group Guns N’ Roses, Slash (born Saul Hudson) has played, collaborated, and toured with the likes of Michael Jackson, Lenny Kravitz, Alice Cooper, Aerosmith, Rihanna, Carole King, Bob Dylan and Paul Rodgers to name a very distinct few. After the worldwide success of Guns N’ Roses, Slash formed a side project Slash’s Snakepit which also found critical success, but by 2002, made waves with his new group Velvet Revolver, which featured former bandmates Duff McKagan, Matt Sorum and the last, great Scott Weiland of Stone Temple Pilots.
By 2009, Slash finally released his self-titled solo debut which featured a veritable who’s-who of popular music: Ozzy Osbourne, Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas, Adam Levine of Maroon 5, Dave Grohl, Chris Cornell, Iggy Pop and Lemmy Kilmister of Motorhead. Though it was his music, he wasn’t alone and was actually in good company, as it morphed years later into an excellent working relationship with Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators which he has released a total of four critically acclaimed full-length albums, namely 2012’s Apocalyptic Love, 2014’s World on Fire, 2018’s Living The Dream and last year’s straightforwardly monikered 4.
Of course, when the news was first announced via social media that Slash featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators was returning to Manila, an almost immediate frenzy among Filipino music fans broke out online. Having since rejoined Guns N’ Roses and playing venues worldwide for the past few years, Slash has since reclaimed his throne as the greatest, and most important guitarist of all time. So fans can definitely expect another explosive, high-voltage true-to-the-bone hard rock show next year, so save the date and buy your tickets now!
The experimental band Elephant Gym will be performing their second show in Manila, produced by The Rest Is Noise PH and GNN!
Elephant Gym are making their way back to Manila! The Taiwanese experimental trio will be performing for one night only on December 16, 2023, at Balcony Music House in Makati with a special guest, Filipino indie rock outfit Musical O.
The Manila headline show will be part of their tour promoting the release of their forthcoming album, World, which marks their tenth anniversary as a band. The world tour will kick off in Hanoi early next month and will have several stops in key cities around the globe, including Ho Chi Minh, Manila, Taipei, Osaka, Tokyo, Houston, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Vancouver, Seoul, and Lisbon—to name a few.
In 2018, the prominent math rock outfit visited Manila as one of the headlining acts of All Of The Noise, a mini-music festival organized by The Rest Is Noise PH. Their performance earned rave reviews from various music critics in the country, most notably for their incredible approach to technique, musicality, and stage presence.
Limited pre-sale tickets go on sale today at 2 p.m., via bit.ly/elephantgymmanila for PHP 1,200. Regular tickets will be available for PHP 1,500 once pre-sale tickets are sold out.
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.
Are you ready to stir up some romance in the kitchen? Netflix has just served up the intriguing main key art of its forthcoming Filipino series, Replacing Chef Chico.
Replacing Chef Chico marks a significant milestone as Netflix’s first Filipino-produced series. It stands as a testament to a new era of exciting local content on the streaming giant, underlining the growing influence of Filipino storytelling on a much bigger scale.
The newly released key art provides an enticing peek into the heart of the series. At the forefront is Chef Ella, reaching into a pot with a ladle in hand, while the two men—Chef Chico and Raymond—gaze at her intently, hinting at the love triangle that’s set to captivate viewers throughout the series.
The stellar cast of Replacing Chef Chico includes Sam Milby (A Family Affair)as Chef Chico, Alessandra de Rossi (What If)as Chef Ella, and Piolo Pascual (My Amanda) as consultant Raymond. Each character brings their unique perspective to the table and is driven by different motivations as they try to breathe new life into Hain, the restaurant.
The series promises a feast for the senses and a journey that you won’t want to miss.
‘Replacing Chef Chico’ will premiere globally on Netflix on November 24, 2023.
About Replacing Chef Chico:
Director: Dan Villegas
Assistant Director: Joi Bayan
Production Company: Project 8 Projects, CS Studios
The highly anticipated record also features collaborations with Justin Bieber, Central Cee, Future, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Robert Glasper, Jung Kook, D4VD, and Baby Drill.
After increasing anticipation to a boiling point throughout the fall, The Kid LAROI proudly presents his highly awaited full-length debut album, THE FIRST TIME, out now via Columbia Records. As a whole, the 20-track opus affirms The Kid LAROI as the game’s most inventive, infectious, and inimitable outlier. He threads together a simultaneously nuanced and expansive body of work powered by a signature hybrid of hip-hop, pop, alternative, and indie.
To celebrate the record’s arrival, LAROI shares the Cole Bennett-directed music video for the new single and opener “SORRY,” with a nod to one of his first videos “Let Her Go.” As a soul sample rattles at the sound of 808s, he gets introspective with a confession, “Every day I wake up scared that it could be taken from me,” only to remind, “I ain’t sorry.”
The star-studded album includes friends and peers, including Justin Bieber who delivers a reflective recollection on “STRANGERS PT. 2 (Interlude).” The latter’s piano continues on “CALL ME INSTEAD” [feat. YoungBoy Never Broke Again & Robert Glasper]. The Kid LAROI’s warbling vocals hover over the beat as his collaborators each accent the track.
The album concludes on a powerful note with “KIDS ARE GROWING UP.” In a full circle moment, The Kid LAROI admits, “Growing up I watched my favorite rappers’ interviews, I ain’t believe ‘em when they said it ain’t all that it seems, but now I’m here I realize they were telling truth.”
Check out the full tracklist below:
THE FIRST TIME
SORRY
BLEED
I THOUGHT THAT I NEEDED YOU
WHERE DO YOU SLEEP?
TOO MUCH (feat. Jung Kook & Central Cee)
TEAR ME APART
STRANGERS (Interlude)
NIGHTS LIKE THIS
WHAT’S THE MOVE? (feat. Future & Baby Drill)
STRANGERS PT 2 Interlude (with Justin Bieber)
CALL ME INSTEAD (feat. YoungBoy Never Broke Again & Robert Glasper)
DESERVE YOU
WHAT WENT WRONG???
THE LINE (feat. D4VD)
WHAT JUST HAPPENED
YOU
LOVE AGAIN
WHERE DOES YOUR SPIRIT GO?
YOU NEVER FORGET YOUR FIRST TIME…
KIDS ARE GROWING UP
Earlier this week, he surprised fans with “WHAT’S THE MOVE?” [feat. Future & Baby Drill]. He also preceded the release with “WHAT JUST HAPPENED,” “BLEED” and “TOO MUCH” (feat. Jung Kook & labelmate Central Cee).
The Kid LAROI’s THE FIRST TIME is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Columbia Records and Sony Music Entertainment.
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