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  • The Itchyworms to embark on a three-city tour in Japan in October

    The Itchyworms to embark on a three-city tour in Japan in October

    The Itchyworms have recently announced their three-city tour in Japan this October 2023!

    The mini tour will kick off at the LIVE HOUSE GATTACA in Kyoto on October 6, followed by two more stops in Osaka (The Blarney Stone and Sengokudaitouryou) on October 7 and 8, respectively.

    Prior to the announcement, The Itchyworms performed at the Tokyo Beyond Festival on November 22, 2022. They have also participated at the Kansai Music Conference in a virtual setting while delivering an exclusive live performance at the Big Baby Studios in Manila.

    “There will be a lot of Filipino fans who will travel two or three hours just to see us live, so we will still be playing some hits,” the Di Na Muli hitmakers share in a collective statement. ‘We will also be playing some other songs that we think will be appreciated by the Japanese musicians and audiences. We feel that music is universal, and whether we sing in Filipino or in English, the audience will love it.”

    The acclaimed band, consisting of core members Jazz Nicolas (lead vocals, drums, piano, keyboards, keyboards), Jugs Jugueta (lead vocals, guitar, keyboards), and Kelvin Yu (bass guitar, backing vocals), will be joined by their new recruits Ciudad’s Mikey Amistoso (acoustic guitar, keyboards, backing vocals, tambourine) and Weckl Mercado (lead guitar, backing vocals) for this particular tour.

    This year, The Itchyworms have released two new singles: “Panic In My Mind,” which was specifically written for their bandmate Chino Singson, who moved to Canada with his family to start a new life, and the Beatles-inspired “The Morning After,” which features some of their most intricate productions to date.

    The Filipino alt-rock outfit has also released 2013’s award-winning album, After All This Time on vinyl last November 2022, and a repress of their 2021 album, Waiting For The End To Start on the same format. Both records are available via Backspacer Records.

    For more information about the tour, visit the band’s official social media pages and revamped website: www.itchyworms.com; Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

    The Itchyworms’ “Panic In My Mind” and “The Morning After” are available on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

  • Home Buddies Bazaar debuts in October

    Home Buddies Bazaar debuts in October

    The influential online group, Home Buddies, marks its third anniversary with a bazaar extravaganza featuring more than 30 merchants in the home improvement, décor, and design category!

    Home Buddies, an esteemed group of Filipino home enthusiasts, celebrates its third anniversary with a bazaar event featuring established and budding local brands in home improvement, décor, and design.

    Aptly titled Home Buddies Bazaar, the event makes room for a carefully curated selection of furniture must-haves, household finds, and decoration pieces that bear the online community’s mantra of budget-friendly shopping with style.

    “It’s the first independent event that we’re doing, so we have no limits,” shares founder Frances Lim Cabatuando, prominently known as ‘Mayora’ to HB’s cult-like following on social media. “We’re bringing in amazing home brands, starting with our co-presenters Tough Mama, PLDT Home, and Ayala Malls Manila Bay. We’re also bringing the biggest home professional organizations like United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) and Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) for free home consultations for our kapitbahays!”

    Bringing Pinterest-inspired ideas to life with specialized booths and shops, Home Buddies Bazaar houses more than 30 home and living merchants that will surely unleash everyone’s inner budol. It also doubles as the first official “grand eyeball” of the growing online community, with more than 3.2 million followers on Facebook to date.

    Mayora explains, “We just want to celebrate the community and allow its members to meet in person since it’s now safer. I’m sure one way or another, we’ve all affected each other’s lives. And we want to make them realize that the online group isn’t just a Facebook group; it’s a real, thriving community that helps Filipinos improve their homes.”

    The one-day event will take place at the activity center of the Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Pasay City on October 1, 2023. Aside from its extensive roster of home improvement merchants and booths, the maiden edition of Home Buddies Bazaar will have on-stage segments, games, activities, and performances, with alt-rock icons Barbie Almalbis and Sandwich as headliners, as well as newcomers I See Bees, New York Heights, Raven and the Papis and Sofia Carpizo.

    Home Buddies Bazaar is co-presented by PLDT Home, Tough Mama, and Ayala Malls, and supported by its partners GNN Entertainment Productions, the 210.ph, MStudio, NYMA, UAP, and PICE. Special thanks to its sponsors: FWD, Davies Paints, Tinybuds, Samgyupsalamat, Omni Electrical and Lighting, CW Home Depot, 3D Appliances, Bostik, and the rest of their generous brand buddies.

    This event is hosted by Eryka Lucas, Kevin Montillano, Coco Cordero and Frances Cabatuando.

    Admission is free! For more details, follow the Home Buddies page or join their group on Facebook.

  • Lukas Graham Live in Manila 2023

    Lukas Graham Live in Manila 2023

    Lukas Graham Live in Manila on October 22, 2023 at the New Frontier Theater in Cubao, Quezon City presented by Midas Promotions and KDR Music House.

    Lukas Graham Live in Manila Ticket Details:
    VIP – P4,925
    Orchestra – P4,175
    Loge – P4,070
    Balcony 1 – P3,655
    Balcony 2 – P3,105

    Lukas Graham Live in Manila Tickets available soon at Ticketnet Outlets or online at ticketnet.com.ph

  • OPM STARS SHINE BRIGHTER IN YULESTARS

    OPM STARS SHINE BRIGHTER IN YULESTARS

    Well-loved OPM singers make the season of hope happier and brighter through “YuleStars: A Christmas Concert Series” to be held at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Makati City on November 30 (Thursday), December 1 (Friday) and December 2, 2023 (Saturday). All shows start at 8:30 pm.

    Dubbed as a “Christmas musical spectacle,” the series will feature Joey Generoso and Angeline Quinto on November 30, with Ice Seguerra as special guest; Jose Mari Chan, Christian Bautista and Roselle Nava on December 1; and Ogie Alcasid and Nina and special guest Ice Seguerra on December 2. The singers have lined up a repertoire of their best-loved songs and all-time favorite Christmas carols.

    The concert series is truly meaningful as it will also serve as a fundraising activity to generate resources for the Philippine Military Academy Alumni Association Inc. (PMAAAI), to fulfill its mission to help the less fortunate members of the organization, including the members’ dependents in the areas of death benefits, hospitalization and educational assistance.

    Tickets are now available at Ticketworld.com.ph and outlets.

  • Netflix drops teaser trailer for Castaway Diva

    Netflix drops teaser trailer for Castaway Diva

    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    “Castaway Diva” is a romantic comedy that tells the story of a girl who became stranded on a deserted island when she was traveling to Seoul to take part in an audition to become a singer. The audition was in Seoul, and the girl was on her way there when she became cast away. This new drama will mark the third time that “While You Were Sleeping” and “Start-Up” director Oh Choong Hwan and “Start-Up” writer Park Hye Ryun have collaborated on a production.

    Watch the teaser trailer here:

    In addition to Park Eun Bin playing the major character of Seo Mok Ha, a girl who is rescued from an uninhabited island after 15 years, the drama also stars Chae Jong Hyeop, Cha Hak Yeon, Kim Hyo Jin, and Kim Joo Heon. Park Eun Bin plays the part of Seo Mok Ha in the drama.

    Park Eun-bin began her acting career in 1998 when she was just a youngster, and she has since gone on to star in a number of popular television series, including the upcoming installments of Hot Stove League (2019-2020), Do You Like Brahms? (2020), and The Kings Affection (2021). Extraordinary Attorney Woo brought Park Eun-bin widespread acclaim for her outstanding performance as a young lawyer struggling with Asperger’s diagnosis. This role garnered her international recognition.

    Extraordinary Attorney Woo spent 21 weeks on the list of the top 10 television programs in non-English speaking nations around the world, reaching the top spot in 57 of those countries. In 2023, the 59th Baeksang Art Awards were held, and Park Eun-bin was the recipient of the Grand Prize for that event.

  • Netflix announces the return of Alice in Borderland for season 3

    Netflix announces the return of Alice in Borderland for season 3

    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    The survival thriller “Alice in Borderland,” which is a global mega-hit, will return for a third season of the Netflix series “Alice in Borderland.” Additionally, it was announced by Netflix that co-stars Kento Yamazaki and Tao Tsuchiya will be returning to their roles, and that Shinsuke Sato will continue to direct the series. Artwork incorporating the Joker playing card was also revealed to celebrate the triumphant return of “Alice in Borderland.”

    Kento Yamazaki plays Ryuhei Arisu in the live-action version of Alice in Borderland, and Tao Tsuchiya plays Yuzuha Usagi. Tomohisa Yamashita played “King of Clubs” Kyuma in the second season. Yuri Tsunematsu played Heiya, Hayato Isomura played Banda, Kai Inowaki played Matsushita, Katsuya Maiguma played Yaba, and Honami Sato played Kotoko. Netflix streams the show, and they describe the story:

    Arisu and Usagi have to figure out the secrets of the Borderland if they want to get back to their world. In the first season, Shibuya was shockingly empty, but in this season, it is destroyed and covered with plants. This survival game is full of intense action and an exciting story, so don’t miss a second of it!

    From November 2010 to March 2016, there were 64 chapters of the original Alice in Borderland comics, which were collected into 18 books. The first season of the live-action version had 8 episodes that covered about 31 chapters, while the second season told almost all of the major story. There were some changes, but if there was a third season, Joker would probably be a new part of it. Keep an eye out for future news!

  • Why K-Romance Leaves Us Wanting More: Hear From the Actors Themselves

    Why K-Romance Leaves Us Wanting More: Hear From the Actors Themselves

    Watch it here.

    K-dramas have an almost mystical allure that captivate audiences worldwide. The intoxicating blend of romance, drama, and fantasy has earned K-dramas a dedicated fanbase that keeps growing with each passing season. But why are audiences falling head over heels for K-Romance? Well, who better to ask than the actors themselves?

    Where dreams come true

    Ever fantasized about bumping into your celebrity crush and experiencing love at first sight? Whether it’s a chance encounter on the street or moving next door to your favorite idol, K-Romance brings your wildest dreams to life—just like in Doona! where college freshman Won-jun and former K-pop idol Doona end up sharing a house together.

    Watch the teaser here.

    Yang Se-jong plays the very ordinary Won-jun, who falls in love with Doona, portrayed by Suzy (a former K-pop star herself). Doona is definitely out of Won-jun’s league but as Yang puts it, K-Romance series are special because that’s when “a dream-like love can come to life.” Don’t miss Doona! premiering on October 20, only on Netflix.

    When opposites attract

    K-Romance has a knack for pairing up characters who are polar opposites. Social status, personalities, you name it—they bring together the unlikeliest couples and make their love stories utterly irresistible. Destined with You puts a hotshot lawyer with a lowly civil servant who might hold the key to breaking his family curse. Will fate be able to bridge the gulf in their social status?

    Revealing the kind of romance shows she enjoys, Cho Bo-ah, who plays civil servant Lee Hong-jo, says: “I love the traditional kind of romance with an unbreakable bond between two completely different people.”

    Watch the trailer here.

    Another K-Romance classic is when enemies turn into lovers, just like in King the Land when an unlikely romance brews between a wealthy hotel heir who hates smiles and his hardworking employee who’s known for her irresistible smile. Former global K-pop idols Jun-ho and Yoona light up the screen with their sizzling chemistry. “Isn’t a risky workplace romance always the best?” says Jun-ho cheekily. “The emotions are so relatable and real because of the office setting. It can happen to you!”

    Watch the trailer here.

    Love that transcends life and time

    Ever wonder if love transcends life and death? K-Romance titles explore this with the “time leap” or “rebirth” theme, posing the question: “Would you still love me if we could do it all over again?”

    For Shin Hye-sun, who stars in See You in My 19th Life, the answer is a resounding yes. She describes true love as a “powerful affection that’s strong enough to bulldoze through your afterlife and still have your heart set on the same person.” Sure enough, Shin portrays a young girl who can endlessly reincarnate but when her 18th life gets cut short, she dedicates the next one to finding her now grown-up childhood crush who does not remember anything.

    Watch the trailer here.

    Similarly, in A Time Called You, Jeon Yeo-been plays a grieving woman who magically travels through time to 1998, where she meets a man remarkably similar to her late love. To Jeon, K-Romance can offer much hope, as it shows that “no matter how far back in time, no matter how different the person seems to appear, if it’s destiny, then you will end up together.”

    Watch the trailer here.

    More than just a Rom-Com

    K-dramas have evolved into a hybrid of comedy, romance, and even thriller elements. Behind Your Touch follows a psychic vet and a detective as they join forces to crack small-town cases and end up uncovering a chilling serial killer mystery. Playing the vet with the comic superpower that involves touching butts, rom-com queen Han Ji-min quips that it is a “refreshing new take on love.”

    Watch the trailer here.

    With K-Romance gaining global popularity, Netflix has a trove of love stories waiting for you. From heartwarming classics to thrilling time-travel adventures, there’s a K-drama palette for every romantic soul. So, why not dive into this delightful world and find your own reason to get hooked?

  • Global superstar Jung Kook to release “3D” featuring Jack Harlow on September 29th

    Global superstar Jung Kook to release “3D” featuring Jack Harlow on September 29th

    The global popstar Jung Kook of BTS announced the release of his second solo digital single “3D (feat. Jack Harlow)” today via global fandom life platform Weverse. Jung Kook makes his highly-anticipated return two months after the start of his solo journey with “Seven (feat. Latto),” which landed at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 3 on the U.K. Official Chart.

    “3D” is a R&B pop track that employs a witty use of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd dimensions to express one’s desire to be connected with someone. BIGHIT MUSIC stated, “Following ‘Seven,’ the new track will showcase Jung Kook’s growth as a solo artist.” Additionally, multiple GRAMMY-nominated rapper, actor, entrepreneur and philanthropist Jack Harlow is featured on the track for a world-class collaboration.

    On the day of the announcement, Jung Kook set another milestone as the first South Korean solo artist to headline Global Citizen Festival. The playful, versatile performer took the stage with his solo tracks, “Euphoria” and “Still With You,” as well as “Seven (feat. Latto),” which featured a surprise guest appearance from Latto herself. Jung Kook proceeded with a medley of BTS hits in the order of “Permission to Dance,” “Dynamite,” and “‘Butter,” and closed the set with a video that provides the first look into his upcoming single “3D.”

    During an interview with Global Citizen, Jung Kook remarked on his participation and said, “Thank you for taking action to be here tonight. Let’s keep making an impact together to make sure everyone, everywhere has access to their basic rights.” “3D (feat. Jack Harlow)” will be available on all streaming platforms worldwide on September 29.

    GLOBAL CITIZEN FESTIVAL

    Prior to the single announcement, Jung Kook co-headlined Global Citizen in New York City alongside legendary artists Ms. Lauryn Hill, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Anitta, Conan Gray, and more. At the end of his set, Jung Kook surprised fans by displaying a 30-second video featuring a snippet of the “3D” instrumental along with the “3D” logo. The performance was livestreamed on Global Citizen’s official YouTube channel.

    정국 (Jung Kook) ‘3D’ Hero Film 01

  • The Bay Strikes Back Brings Testament, Exodus, and Death Angel to the Philippine Concert Stage

    The Bay Strikes Back Brings Testament, Exodus, and Death Angel to the Philippine Concert Stage

    Manila Metal Maniacs witnessed yet another unforgettable night of headbanging mayhem as The Bay Strikes Back brought together three Titans of Thrash Metal – Testament, Exodus, and Death Angel.

    With a career spanning four decades of music aggression, these lords of metal show no signs of waning and it exceeded expectations at every level with The Bay Strikes Back as their witness.

    Kicking the night with a blistering set was Death Angel. The crowd erupted as frontman, Mark Osegueda took the stage, with the twin guitar attack of Rob Cavestany and Ted Aguilar along with Will Carroll’s thunderous drumming, the band shook the very foundation of the SM Skydome.

    Opening with “The Ultra Violence and Mistress of Pain” and then continuing with their barrage of sonic onslaught “Seemingly Endless Time”, “The Moth” and “Thrown to the Wolves” The mosh pit swirled into a vortex of chaos. Setting the tone for an unforgettable evening.

    As the venue continued to pulsate with adrenaline, Exodus took the stage like a storm. With frontman Steve “Zetro” Souza leading the charge, the band launched into classics like “Bonded by Blood,” and “Toxic Waltz,” and finished with “Prescribing Horror” from their latest album “Persona Non Grata” with fans forming a whirlwind of bodies in the pit. The sheer intensity of Gary Holt and Lee Altus’s guitar work combined with Tom Hunting’s relentless drumming showcased their unwavering prowess. It only proves why they are true thrash metal legends.

    Closing out the night, the anticipation for Testament reached its zenith, Chuck Billy’s menacing presence and ferocious vocals were nothing short of awe-inspiring. The band’s tight performance, fueled by Alex Skolnick’s virtuosic guitar work and Chris Dovas’ brutal drumming, sent shockwaves through the audience.

    Classics like “Into the Pit” and “Over the Wall” left fans in a frenzy, and newer tracks like “Children of the Next Level” from their last album “Titans of Creation” showcased the band’s enduring creativity. Proving that after all these years, they still stand as one of the Gods of Heavy Metal.

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    In conclusion, The Bay Strikes Back tour was a triumph for the bands and the local metal scene. Testament, Exodus, and Death Angel proved once again why they are revered as thrash metal royalty and that the metal scene here in the country is still thriving, no matter how the musical landscape evolves over time. The unbridled energy shown by the fans and the sheer musical mastery displayed by these bands will undoubtedly be remembered as a testament to the enduring power of metal music.

    THE BAY STRIKES BACK was presented by PULP Live World. Special thanks to PULP Live World for the invitation.

  • Chanyeol For Ever Bilena Makes Wave Online

    Chanyeol For Ever Bilena Makes Wave Online

    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!

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    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

  • The War On Drugs to play in Singapore in December

    The War On Drugs to play in Singapore in December

    Live Nation is thrilled to announce that The War On Drugs will be bringing their tour to Singapore. Hailed by The Guardian for their “musically virtuosic, bold, and ultimately quite beautiful live shows,” The War on Drugs will perform their only Asian headline concert of 2023, and first ever in Singapore, at The Theatre at Mediacorp on 13 December 2023 (Wed).

    Artiste presale will begin on 26 September (Tue), 2 pm till 11:59 pm. Live Nation members can secure tickets during the exclusive Live Nation presale on 27 September (Wed) from 2 pm till 11:59 pm. Visit www.livenation.sg for free membership signup and presale access. Tickets to the public will be available from 28 September (Thu), 2pm via www.ticketmaster.sg.

    The War On Drugs has steadily emerged as one of this century’s greatest rock and roll synthesists, bridging the gaps between the underground and the mainstream, between the obtuse and the anthemic, making records that wrestle a fractured past into a unified and engrossing present.

    Led by Adam Granduciel, The New Yorker called them “the best American ‘rock’ band of this decade” in support of their album, “A Deeper Understanding”, for which they won the 2018 Grammy for Best Rock Album and were nominated for a BRIT Award for International Group of the Year. 2020 saw the release of “LIVE DRUGS” featuring live interpretations of songs throughout their career, including off their 2014 breakthrough, “Lost In The Dream.”

    Co-produced by Granduciel and Shawn Everett, their fifth studio album “I Don’t Live Here Anymore,” “chips away some of their hazier edges in favor of sharper melodies, broadening the borders of the meticulous yet joyously simple sound [Granduciel] has perfected” (Pitchfork, Best New Music). It landed on numerous 2021 best albums of the year lists and garnered a second GRAMMY Award nomination (Best Rock Song) and BRIT Award nomination. The band headlined Madison Square Garden in support of its release.

  • Dutdutan 23 set on September 30 and October 1

    Dutdutan 23 set on September 30 and October 1

    Asia’s wildest and biggest tattoo exhibition and music fest, Dutdutan 23, is on a roll to bring you a weekend of the finest skin art, the sickest musical performances, and the most anticipated urban culture show in the Metro! 

    A two-day exclusive event to feature the baddest ink works as well as legendary inkers at work, Dutdutan 23 is set to gather the biggest guns in the local and international tattoo scenes on September 30 and October 1, 2023 at the World Trade Center.

    Presented by Tribal Gear, The Lower Left, and PHILTAG, Dutdutan 23 will be housing scores of tattoo booths and the usual horde of artists, collectors and ink enthusiasts from all over the country and the world. Flying in for the big show is Tribal Gear founder Bobby Ruiz, with badass graffiti master and street artist Huit of France, and notorious inkers Carlos Macias and California Ames. An exhibition of amazing pieces from The Lower Left Manila will also be setup to fill everyone in with the brands’ unique artistry. 

    Not to be missed is Dutdutan’s tattoo competitions which have always been the highlight of the show. A battle of creativity and skill, infamous inkers defy limits and showcase skin art at its finest. So if you’re looking to get inked up by the best of the best, then you’ll want to hit up Dutdutan 23.

    Always been and always will be a huge hit at Dutdutan, Tribal’s Bikini Contest returns with a vengeance – only sexier, kinkier and wilder! Leaving almost nothing to the imagination, competition will surely be fierce.

    Giving a leg up for music inclusivity, an intensely electric show awaits Dutdutan 23’s massive crowd regulars on both nights. Audiences are in for a treat as renegade band (hed) PE, a.k.a. Planet Earth shoots everyone with a dose of “G-punk”, a fusion of punk rock and Gangsta rap. See them perform some of their best, most mosh-worthy tracks. A livewire roster of music icons will be performing, including Greyhounds, Wilabaliw, and Urbandub. Also taking the spotlight are performances by word blacksmith and true poet Gloc-9, groundbreakers and master storytellers Flow G and Skusta Clee.    

    A raving festival of ink and music in a full-on urban lifestyle experience – all these and more at this year’s Dutdutan 23!

  • Doona! Set To Premiere on Netflix on October 20

    Doona! Set To Premiere on Netflix on October 20

    The Netflix romantic comedy series “Doona!” will star Korean actors Yang Se-jong (“Dr. Romantic”) and Bae Suzy (“Start-Up,” “While You Were Sleeping”).

    The official date for when “Doona!” will come out has been revealed and it will premiere on Netflix on October 20th. It’s been called the most anticipated romantic drama series of the year, and people all over the world can’t wait for it to come out on Netflix. It promises to tell a love story like no other.

    Doona! is an upcoming Netflix Original South Korean romantic K-drama that is based on the famous webtoon of the same name. It follows the lives of college student Lee Won-jun and the mysterious ex-K-Pop star Lee Doona as they meet and fall in love while living in a sharehouse.

    The show is directed by Lee Jeong Hyo, who also worked on the very famous K-dramas Crash Landing on You, Romance is a Bonus Book, and Life on Mars.

    Suzy plays Doona, an ex-idol. Alongside, Yang Se-jong, known for Dr. Romantic, embodies Won-jun, anchoring Doona’s stormy voyage. Showcasing a stellar combination–especially with Suzy’s dual credibility as a K-pop sensation and seasoned actress– the series is highly anticipated.

    The teaser posters spotlight Doona and Won-jun’s magnetic bond. Their charged interaction is accentuated with dialogues such as, “What goes in that mind of yours? I am dying to know” and “But don’t fall for me either.” Won-jun’s evident curiosity is captured in his words: “What if I still like you and miss you?”

    Prepare for a heartfelt exploration of young love’s fervor with Doona! on October 20, only on Netflix.

    Watch the trailer:

  • New:ID shows off powerful “one of a kind identity” with concept photos

    New:ID shows off powerful “one of a kind identity” with concept photos

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Berlin to premiere on Netflix on December 29th

    Berlin to premiere on Netflix on December 29th

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    Characters usually die at the end of a story. Berlin, Andrés de Fonollosa from Money Heist (La Casa de Papel), is not one of them. Berlin, the spin-off series, will show the con man’s life before joining The Professor’s group. After five nail-biting seasons of dynamic characters, a gripping narrative, and mind-blowing cinematography, Netflix’s acclaimed series concluded in 2021, leaving fans devastated. We wanted more, especially of this beloved character. Thus, the franchise returns with a new series starring Berlin, revealing his past journey before Money Heist.

    Berlin is set to premiere on Netflix on December 29th. The spinoff for La Casa de Papel follows one of the most extraordinary heists of the iconic character played by Pedro Alonso, who returns to the role of the hedonistic and clever Berlin.

    In his new crew, he has Michelle Jenner (Isabel) as the electronic engineering genius Keila, Tristán Ulloa (Faria) as his confidant and fellow professor Damián, Begoa Vargas (Welcome to Eden) as the reckless risk-taker Cameron, Julio Pea Fernández (Through My Window) as the loyal squire Roi, and Joel Sánchez as the relentless man of action Bruce. Both Itziar Ituo and Najwa Nimri reprise their roles as policewomen Raquel Murillo and Alicia Sierra, respectively, from the film La Casa de Papel.

    The eight episodes of the series, created by Álex Pina (La casa de papel, Sky Rojo) and Esther Martínez Lobato (La Casa de Papel), Sky Rojo), are written by Álex Pina, Esther Martínez Lobato, David Barrocal, David Oliva and Lorena G. Maldonado. Will be directed by Albert Pintó (Sky Rojo, Malasaña 32), David Barrocal (Sky Rojo) and Geoffrey Cowper (Day Release).

    BLUE MONKEYS (L to R) TRISTáN ULLOA as DAMIáN, PEDRO ALONSO as BERLíN in episode 02 of BLUE MONKEYS. Cr. TAMARA ARRANZ/NETFLIX © 2023