Zark’s Fest made a fantastic comeback for 2023 after a three-year absence due to the pandemic, offering OPM music from today’s new music to the veteran and iconic performers we love.
The sizzling hot summer in the Metro is welcomed by one of the Philippines’ most popular burger chains, Zark’s Burger, who sizzled their famed jawbreaker patties in the Circuit Event Grounds Makati including the Philippines’ most popular performers today last May 13, 2023. Zark’s Fest is the second installment of the festival and would have been the 5th music event if it wasn’t for the pandemic that stopped the world.
All in different genres, the music line-up started at noon that day, with the music fans, or the “Zarkadas” enjoying the games and prices plus all the good food and booze around the event grounds.
The novenary Filipino pride group Ben&Ben headlined the carefully curated line-up and performed hits like “Araw-Araw,” “Kathang Isip,“ “Di Ka Sayang,” and “Pagtingin.”
Among the artists are OPM legends like Sandwich and Urbandub who schooled the crowd on what real rock and roll music are, The Itchyworms, who sang their famous karaoke/barkada tunes like “Ang Beer na To’”, and Ebe Dancel who sang his most famous solo tracks and songs from his Sugarfree days like “Hari ng Sablay”, all of these artists showing young generations of music why they are dubbed as icons.
Zack Tabudlorepresented the Gen Z crowd and their hugots who sang their hearts out and even serenaded a fan on stage with songs like “Nangagamba,” “Binibini,” “Paano”, and “Yakap” Among the line-up BINI, who is currently called the “Nation’s Girl Group” and stood for the rising P-Pop music, as well as a multitude of brilliant performers such as artists like Autotelic, Kiyo, Hey June, Eli, and Six The North Star, Lola Amour, and Any Name’s Okay also electrified the stage.
It wouldn’t be a complete burger music fest if we didn’t have Guinness World Book of Record holder, Kevin “Zarkman” Medina who easily demonstrated to the crowd how to finish, not just a jawbreaker burger but a WHOLE jawbreaker large meal in under 5 minutes. The record holder even shared how he centers and prepares himself whenever he’s up to take on the 5-minute food wipe-out challenge and shared the stage with the hungry music crowd, ready to take on the challenge with him.
It was a smooth and eventful Zark’s Fest comeback with the Filipino music fans showing that despite the West and K-Pop dominating the music scene today, we are still here as ever loyal to our own, standing and chillin’ in a dedicated OPM music line-up, enduring the hot summer noon until midnight, all the while enjoying good music, good company and some burgers on the side– a typical bayanihan/family event of the world’s dubbed best concert crowd.
As SB19 approaches its fifth year anniversary, the iconic Filipino boy group drops its much-awaited EP PAGTATAG! on June 9, 2023.
PAGTATAG! marks SB19’s commencement of a new era highlighted with a more mature and captivating mix of music. The highly anticipated EP is a musical testimony of the group’s journey and transformation since their humble beginnings in 2018.
The six-track EP is SB19’s boldest release yet, offering audiences unexplored genres and musical styles with an immersive experience set to draw in listeners and keep them hooked. The group effortlessly delivers an EP packed with powerful emotions and messages, ready to shake listeners to the core.
PAGTATAG! includes “GENTO,” which completely sets the tone of the EP by putting the group’s transformational change, versatility, and confidence into the spotlight.
Fans will be treated to an SB19-first, a soulful R&B piece – “I WANT YOU” – that unveils a deeper dimension of the group and puts on display their raw passions and emotions for the world to see. “CRIMZONE” presents the SB19’s signature hard-hitting beats, a homage to their struggles and triumphs as artists. The EP also includes two profound ballads, “ILAW” and “LIHAM,” songs that are set to play with your emotions and seep deep into your skin. “FREEDOM” is SB19’s celebration anthem for a new era, celebrating life, fans, and a new chapter as a group.
While the release of PAGTATAG! is set to make waves, fans are in for another treat as the “I WANT YOU” music video drops on the same day. Heads will turn their way, as SB19 releases a more sensual and soulful music video never seen before. Fans will get a more intimate glimpse of SB19 as they experience this heart-stuttering new song. “I WANT YOU” is a poignant play on one’s aspirations, teasingly within reach.
SB19’s PAGTATAG! is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment. The music video for PAGTATAG! will be out tonight at 7 p.m.: https://youtu.be/s25Yi6pZnMs
PAGTATAG! without a doubt marks the beginning of a new era that is unapologetically SB19. This new era thrusts into the spotlight their evolution as artists and celebrates both their struggles and triumphs as a group. Firmly rooted in their beginnings, SB19 has grown into an internationally acclaimed musical sensation that continues to test and break limits with their unconventional sound and unbounded talent.
As PAGTATAG! is released into the world, fans can finally immerse in the groundbreaking, trendsetting sounds of SB19. A more exhilarating journey is yet to come as the group embarks on their second world tour. The award-winning group is set to kick off their world tour at the Araneta Coliseum on June 24 and 25 and will have multiple stops in cities across the Philippines, United States, and Canada. Tickets are available through TicketNet outlets nationwide or through www.ticketnet.com.ph.
GENTO places SB19’s bold talent and confidence into the spotlight, highlighting their strength and versatility as a group. The song offers a catchy wordplay, effortlessly weaving ganito (like this), ginto (gold), and gento, the Caviteño word for ganito. It delivers a powerful message of their growth as a group, after years of refinement—just like gold.
Performed by SB19
Composed by RADKIDZ (PABLO)
Produced by RADKIDZ (PABLO and josue) and Simon Servida
I WANT YOU
SB19 is bound to turn more heads their way as they confidently slip into the R&B genre and serve listeners a soulful, heart-stuttering new song. This immersive track unveils a deeper dimension of SB19 and puts on display their raw passion and emotions for the world to see. I WANT YOU is a poignant play on one’s aspirations, teasingly within reach.
Performed by SB19
Produced by August Rigo
Composed by August Rigo and RADKIDZ (PABLO)
CRIMZONE
SB19 invites you to break into the CRIMZONE, where excellence is never achieved without blood, sweat, and tears. SB19 presents their signature hard-hitting beats with CRIMZONE, a homage to their struggles and triumphs as artists. The overwhelmingly heavy beats are a symbolic reminder of hardship as they step into the zone and break boundaries. Are you ready to let crimson drip?
Performed by SB19
Produced by Simon Servida
Composed by RADKIDZ (PABLO and josue), FELIP, Josh Cullen
ILAW
Too much light can be blinding—overwhelming even. Step out of the light with ILAW, a raw rendition of authenticity, vulnerability, and emotions.
Performed by SB19
Produced by Brian Lotho, Len Calvo, RADKIDZ (PABLO and josue)
Composed by RADKIDZ (PABLO)
LIHAM
SB19 will captivate audiences again as they deliver LIHAM, an honest expression of love and blessings. This profound ballad offers a depth of emotions and vocals that seep deep into your skin and lingers at your core. Vows are an intimate declaration of devotion and SB19, through this track, openly bares their soul.
Performed by SB19
Produced by Brian Lotho, Len Calvo, RADKIDZ (PABLO and josue)
Composed by RADKIDZ (PABLO)
FREEDOM
FREEDOM is an upbeat track that celebrates just that—freedom, breaking away from the trials and challenges, and stepping into a new era, PAGTATAG! This journey would not be complete without the people who stuck around for the long ride. It is a celebration of life, and SB19 celebrates you.
Australian actor, Chris Hemsworth was in Manila to promote Netflix’s “EXTRACTION 2,” which is the sequel to the massive streaming app’s smash action flick “Extraction.”
Photo courtesy ofNetflix
Chris Hemsworth and the film’s director, Sam Hargrave, have flown to Manila for the Asia Pacific premiere of EXTRACTION 2, an action thriller film set to premiere on June 16th. It was their first trip to Manila, and they were greeted cordially by the locals at the press conference and red carpet screening of their film, as well as by celebrities, journalists, and fans from the region.
Photo courtesy ofNetflix
Just being here makes me happy. Chris thanked the crowd for their reception during the June 5 press conference. Sam was just as ecstatic to be back in the country, and he spoke highly of his follow-up film. Referring to the follow-up to one of Netflix’s most popular films, he exclaimed, “This is even bigger and larger and more exciting.”
Photo courtesy ofNetflix
“I feel excited to be here. Thank you very much for the warm welcome,” Chris said during the media conference.
Chris also described the craziest thing that he did for “Extraction 2,” which was to land a helicopter on a moving train.
“We look at each other, and we say, how can we push each other to do something that we will be proud of 10 years from now and try to make it memorable for the fans?” Sam explained.
“I certainly knew that Sam was going to recreate the action in a massive way and step it up a notch again. But what people won’t expect is the emotional journey and the relationships in the film,” Chris added.
Hundreds of Hemsworth’s devoted followers were given the opportunity to see and some lucky fans were able to speak with the actor. The fact that the event was attended by celebrities from both domestic and foreign, contributed to the evening’s glitz and excitement.
Chris portrays the role of Tyler Rake in the action movie “Extraction 2.” Tyler comes back as the Australian black operations mercenary after barely surviving the events of the first movie. This time, he is assigned another dangerous assignment, which is to rescue the wounded family of a brutal Georgian mobster from the prison where they are being imprisoned.
Let’s set off our emo hearts and prepare to bang our heads to the tune of the tracks of one of the most sought-after American rock bands, SAOSIN, as they head to the Philippines with a massive tour!
PULP Live World together with Skesh Entertainment proudly announces SAOSIN ASIA TOUR 2023 LIVE IN MANILA happening on November 3, Friday, and November 4, Saturday at Skydome, SM City North EDSA. This show is a trip down memory lane and an experiential chronicle of the band’s epic journey in the music industry as we witness them perform all their albums and hits live at this special two-night show in Manila! The show is also frontline by Thai alternative metal band, Defying Decay, to make it more explosive!
SAOSIN originated in Orange County, California in 2003. Since its inception, the band has released three studio albums, three extended plays (EPs), and eight singles. Their first EP, Translating The Name, became their ticket to success as it was greatly received by a generation of emo and post-hardcore rock fans in the US. As soon as its release, it immediately earned over 62,000 album sales. At present, SAOSIN has released a vinyl version of the said EP together with a special merch collection which has also immediately sold out after a few weeks!
In 2006, SAOSIN released its first full-length album, Saosin. The album is welcomed with good feedback from music critics and listeners. The first single, “Voices” was listed on the “Top 46 post-hardcore songs of the 2000s”, and the second single “You’re Not Alone” was listed on the Top 10 Essential Emo Power Ballads by the Alternative Press.
Their second studio album, In Search of Solid Ground, and third studio album, Along The Shadow, followed the success of their previous album and singles. Aside from sold-out albums, SAOSIN’s career soared as they went on consecutive tours from the US going all the way to Europe, Asia, and Australia. It was indeed a triumphant story since they are a band who started as front liners of other bands and then, they get to travel around the globe as they headline huge music festivals and do their solo shows.
In 2023, SAOSIN is set to conquer Asia, including Manila as one of their stops, with a gigantic solo show that will surely trigger nostalgia in the hearts of their long-time fans. Singing all their albums and hits, cover to cover, SAOSIN members Anthony Green (Vocals), Beau Burchell (Guitars), Chris Sorenson (Bass), and Alex Rodriguez (Drums), invite all Filipino emo and rock fans to join them in this one-night special show.
On November 3 and 4, let go of your control and just go with the flow of your emotions as SAOSIN takes us on an explosive musical journey! Catch them live at SAOSIN ASIA TOUR 2023 LIVE IN MANILA at the Skydome, SM City North EDSA with special guest, Defying Decay. Doors open at 6PM and the show starts at 8PM. This show is powered by Skesh Entertainment and PULP Live World. Tickets to the November 3 show are sold-out. Secure your tickets to the November 4 show via SM Tickets outlets nationwide or online thru www.smtickets.com.
TICKET PRICES:
VIP WITH M&G – Php 6,000
VIP – Php 3,500
Gen Ad – Php 2,500
VIP M&G Add-on – Php 2,500 (Available for Day 1 only)
*Ticketing Charges Apply
For further details and updates, please stay tuned to our social media accounts, PULP Live World on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website www.pulp.ph
Foo Fighters have finally dropped their eagerly awaited, hard-fought, and already universally acclaimed new album, But Here We Arevia Roswell Records/RCA Records/Sony Music Entertainment.
A testament to the healing powers of music, friendship, and family, But Here We Are has been preceded by an ecstatically received quartet of its songs.
These four songs have demonstrated dimensions of sound and emotion that hint at the range and depth of this phenomenal landmark in the Foo Fighters canon: First single “Rescued” with its “fresh sense of pathos and urgency” (The New York Times); “Under You,” a “gruff, melodic rocker with bittersweet hooks” (Stereogum); “Show Me How,” with its “totally unexpected foray into shoegaze and dream-pop territory;” and the 10-minute “The Teacher”—all blazed radically diverse yet equally cathartic sonic paths. Now with today’s revelation of the sublimely melodic “The Glass” (check out the visualizer HERE), and five more FF instant classics, But Here We Are is finally out in the world.
Produced by Greg Kurstin and Foo Fighters, But Here We Are has received the warmest of welcomes—from the capacity crowds already singing along to every word of “Rescued” and “Under You” during the band’s triumphant return to the stage, to uniformly enthusiastic early critical reactions to the album.
Foo Fighters’ new album, But Here We Are is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Roswell Records/RCA Records/Sony Music Entertainment.
On June 17, 2023, the talented cast of the Thai drama series “Cutie Pie” will be hosting their fan meeting in Manila, titled “CUTIE PIE: 1st FAN MEETING IN MANILA 2023” in Aliw Theater, Pasay City.
Directed by Aoftion Kittipat Jampa, the 12-episode “Cutie Pie The Series” revolves around two childhood friends – Lian and Kuea – who are pledged to each other in marriage by their families. While one of them is eager to explore their relationship, the other does not share the same sentiment until love’s arrow strikes their hearts.
“NuNew” Chawarin Perdpiriyawong plays the role of Kuea Keerati, an engineering student who’s passionate about music. Kuea wants his fiancé and family to think of him as agreeable and obedient, so he’s keeping the truth about his studies and music career from his family a secret. Playing as his fiance Lian Kilen Wang is “Zee” Pruk Panich. Lian is a mature and sophisticated man who manages his family’s business, including a popular nightclub. Although Lian doesn’t seem enthusiastic about their relationship, he still wants to marry Kuea out of family obligations.
NuNew and Zee are excited to meet their Filipino fans in an evening full of on-stage chemistry and play games on stage with lucky fans. They will be joined by fellow cast members “Nat” Natasitt Uareksit (Khondiao), “Max” Saran Rujeerattanavorapan (Yi), “Yim” Pharinyakorn Khansawa (Syn), and “Tutor” Koraphat Lamnoi (Nuer). Watch their invitation video below:
Tickets for CUTIE PIE: 1st FAN MEETING IN MANILA 2023 are still available on SM Tickets Online and SM Ticket Outlets. Check out the seat plan, ticket prices, and fan benefits below:
Cutie Pie Package – Php 17,500
SVIP – Php 10,500
VIP – Php 7,500
Loge – Php 5,500
Balcony – Php 3,500
General Admission – Php 1,900
The event is presented by WISH US LUCK Entertainment.
Rakrakan Festival Announces Postponement of Event.
Rakrakan Festival regrets to announce the postponement of the highly anticipated Rakrakan Festival event, originally scheduled to take place on June 10 & 11, 2023, at Clark Global City. This decision has been made due to unforeseen circumstances related to impending weather conditions that could significantly impact the safety and overall experience of the festival, particularly the camping and other outdoor activities.
As an event centered around the theme of Peace, Love, & Music, the safety and well-being of our attendees, artists, and staff are of utmost importance to us. The weather forecast indicates a substantial risk of adverse conditions, including heavy rains and strong winds, that could pose potential safety hazards. In light of these concerns, we believe rescheduling the event is the responsible course of action to ensure a memorable and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
Our dedicated team is actively working to secure a new date that will allow us to deliver an exceptional Rakrakan Festival, staying true to the theme of Peace, Love, & Music. We are collaborating closely with our partners, sponsors, and artists to ensure that the rescheduled event exceeds all expectations and showcases the very best of the music industry.
We understand the disappointment and inconvenience this postponement may cause. We would like to extend our deepest apologies to all attendees, partners, and supporters who have been eagerly anticipating Rakrakan Festival. We assure you that this decision was not made lightly, and it was based on careful consideration of the safety and enjoyment of all those involved.
Ticket holders can rest assured that their tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled date. We deeply appreciate your patience and continued support during this challenging time. For those unable to attend the rescheduled event, we will provide information on how to request a refund through our designated channels.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to our incredible lineup of artists, dedicated partners, and sponsors who have shown unwavering support throughout this process. Together, we are committed to delivering an exceptional Rakrakan Festival that embraces the spirit of Peace, Love, & Music and creates unforgettable memories.
Please stay tuned for further updates regarding the rescheduled date, venue, and any additional information. We will be providing regular updates through our official channels, including our website, social media platforms, and direct communications.
Once again, we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by this postponement. We greatly appreciate your understanding and continued support as we prioritize the safety, unity, and the celebration of Peace, Love, & Music for all attendees.
Co-produced by GNN Entertainment Productions, the highly anticipated event will feature performances by Ourselves The Elves, Ang Bandang Shirley, DJ Love, The Itchyworms, Ena Mori, and more!
Oh, Flamingo! will mark their tenth year in the music scene with a festival, a concert, an anniversary tribute, and a fan’s day all rolled into one!
Dubbed Oh, Flamingo!: 10th Birthday, the event aims to commemorate their decade-long milestone as a band. Aside from headlining their show, the Filipino alt-rock outfit will deliver a career-spanning performance filled with notable crowd favorites and new songs off their recently released album, Pagtanda.
The music show will also feature sets by some of their peers and contemporaries in the music industry, including The Itchyworms, Ang Bandang Shirley, Ourselves The Elves, Ena Mori, DJ Love, SPIT, The One Pesos, and T33G33.
“We’ve always looked forward to celebrating our 10th anniversary,” the Two Feet act shares. “We’ve been mounting our shows and launches in the past, but it’s always been just the four of us. This year, we are blessed to have GNN on board to make the show the best that it could be.”
Oh, Flamingo!: 10th Birthday is set to take place at 123 Block in Mandala Park, Mandaluyong City on July 15, 2023 (Saturday), from 4 pm onwards.
The highly anticipated gathering also serves as the band’s way of thanking their followers for their unconditional love and support and for being part of their journey all these years.
There is also a dedicated space for lifestyle, art, and brand merchants, giving attendees the opportunity to roam freely around the site and experience a community-friendly vibe made for fans. Limited-edition merch will be available at the venue.
The mini-festival is curated and produced by the band and GNN Entertainment Productions.
Tickets to the show are available for purchase starting June 1 (Thursday) at 6 p.m. via bit.ly/HBDOHFLAM10.
2023 is the year ONE OK ROCK takes over the Philippine concert stage!
Japanese superstar rock group ONE OK ROCK is bringing Luxury Disease Asia Tour to Manila this 2023 at Smart Araneta Coliseum on September 26. This is the first time in 5 years for ONE OK ROCK to bring their tour to Asia after the cancellation in 2020. Kicking off in Taipei on September 16 and 17, the tour includes stops in Jakarta, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore and more stops to be announced later.
Promoted by AEG Presents Asia and PULP Live World, tickets to ONE OK ROCK Luxury Disease Asia Tour 2023 Manila are priced at:
Platinum Zone – PHP 9500
Gold Zone – PHP 8000
Patron A – PHP 7500
Patron B – PHP 6500
Box A – PHP 4500
Box B – PHP 3000
Tickets will go on sale at 12 noon local time on June 25, 2023, via TICKETNET OUTLETS or WWW.TICKETNET.COM.PH. The prices indicated above are exclusive of ticketing charges.
Formed in 2005, the band’s journey to the top was undoubtedly fueled by their penchant for making rock music exciting again – with their innate ability to add flare and an unmistakable magnitude to their expansive repertoire of stadium-sized anthems, like “Wherever You Are,” “We Are,” “Stand Out Fit In” and the uplifting “The Beginning,” to name a few. Though critics have attempted to label their music in many ways – emo, post-hardcore, post-grunge, or modern electronic/alternative – the music of ONE OK ROCK is just undeniably grandiose, and does not let up not even a bit. In short, Filipino fans will definitely have the time of their lives singing and screaming along to each word.
It’s no easy feat to perfectly describe and encapsulate the magnitude that Japanese rock superstars ONE OK ROCK have brought to modern music. Simply because ONE OK ROCK is not just one thing – it’s not just a band, it’s not just the music or the incendiary live performances or the unique personas of each of its members, no… ONE OK ROCK is an experience – one that is both irresistible and unforgettable once you have your first taste of the excitingly magnificent production they have since perfected.
Photo from @ONEOKROCK_japan on Twitter
Don’t miss out as ONE OK ROCK expands its reach onto the international stage further growing their fanbase and proving themselves as one of the biggest music acts coming out of Asia.
LUXURY DISEASE ASIA TOUR 2023 16/09/2023 Taipei – Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center 17/09/2023 Taipei – Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center 26/09/2023 Manila – Smart Araneta Coliseum 29/09/2023 Jakarta – Beach City International Stadium 07/10/2023 Hong Kong – Central Harbourfront Event Space 12/12/2023 Bangkok – Impact Arena 18/12/2023 Singapore – Singapore Indoor Stadium More to be announced.
About AEG Presents
Combining the power of the live event with a focus on true artist development, AEG Presents is a world leader in the music and entertainment industries. Operating across four continents, the company has an unparalleled commitment to artistry, creativity, and community. Its tentpole festivals and multi-day music events — which include the iconic Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and the legendary New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival alongside British Summer Time at Hyde Park, Stagecoach, Hangout Festival, Electric Forest, and Firefly — continue to set the bar for the live music experience.
AEG Presents promotes global tours for artists such as The Rolling Stones, Elton John, Taylor Swift, Celine Dion, Justin Bieber, Kenny Chesney, Paul McCartney, and Katy Perry, in addition to — through its network of clubs, theatres, arenas, stadiums and renowned partner brands such as Goldenvoice, Messina Touring Group, Concerts West, The Bowery Presents, PromoWest Productions, Marshall Arts, Madison House Presents, and Zero Mile Presents — creating and developing an unmatched infrastructure for artist development and audience reach. More information can be found at www.aegpresents.com
About PULP Live World
PULP Live World Productions, Inc. is a subsidiary of PULP Magazine, the biggest music magazine in the Philippines. We produce events, concerts, and music festivals composed of local and international acts. PULP Live World is one of the largest, most diverse live events companies in the Philippines—the pioneering brand behind some of the most massive and memorable events, concerts, and music festivals in the country that have featured both local and world-class international acts.
PULP Live World has brought in some of the biggest acts in Philippine live concert history: the likes of Cyndi Lauper, Aerosmith, and Kelly Clarkson, metal legends like Slayer, Megadeth, and Anthrax, pop punk heroes All Time Low, Mayday Parade, and The Maine, and K-Pop idols BTS, EXO, and Super Junior. For further information, check out PULP Live World on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit www.pulp.ph.
Netflix is kicking off the rainy season with a bang! The most popular streaming platform adds new shows and movies that we can’t wait to watch all at once. This June, Netflix has something for everyone, yes you read it right, 30 days of new entertainment on Netflix. Whether you’re waiting for the next season of your favourite series or you want to try something new. So, here’s everything coming to the streaming service in June 2023, including movies and series.
All titles and dates are subject to change
June 1 – THE DAYS (Series) Blamed by some, hailed as heroes by others, those involved with Fukushima Daiichi face a deadly, invisible threat — an unprecedented nuclear disaster.
June 1 – Bleach: Arrancar vs Soul Reaper Ichigo and his friends confront Nnoitra Gilga, the Fifth Espada, on their quest to save Orihime. He’s too powerful to defeat without unexpected help.
June 2 – Rich in Love 2 (Film) When Paula leaves Rio de Janeiro to resume her work as a volunteer doctor in the Amazon, Teto hatches an impulsive plan to follow her — and chaos ensues.
June 2 – Missed Connections (Film) After an unforgettable encounter, a hopeless romantic turns to an app to seek out a man she just met —but is he really what she’s looking for?
June 6 – My Little Pony: Make Your Mark: Chapter 4 The evil Opaline is on a mission to steal the ponies’ Cutie Marks and become the most powerful Alicorn — unless the Mane 5 can stop her in time!
June 7 – Love Is Blind: Brazil: Season 3 (Series) Can true love flourish inside the pods? Camila Queiroz and Klebber Toledo guide a new batch of Brazilian singles through their search to find the one.
June 8 – Never Have I Ever: Season 4 (Series) Senior year has finally arrived. Between college conundrums, identity crises and crushes that won’t fade, are Devi and the gang ready to face the future?
June 9 – Real Estate Sisters Sibling agents seem poised to achieve their dream of selling luxury properties. But a shocking discovery at a lavish home threatens those aspirations.
June 9 – Bloodhounds (Series) Three friends working for a benevolent moneylender band together to take down a ruthless loan shark who preys on the financially desperate.
June 9 – The Playing Card Killer (Documentary) A playing card left at a murder scene connects a string of killings in this docuseries tracking a notorious serial killer who terrorized Spain in 2003.
June 9 – The Wonder Weeks (Film) Three modern couples juggle relationships and demanding careers while navigating the unpredictable terrain of parenthood.
June 9 – You Do You (Film) Merve chose the bohemian life, but it didn’t choose her back. Faced with eviction, she starts a new job — and stumbles into a spicy setup with her boss.
From the Emmy Award-winning team behind Planet Earth and Our Planet comes Our Planet II. At any given moment on planet Earth, billions of animals are on the move. Captured with spectacular and innovative cinematography, Our Planet II unravels the mysteries of how and why animals migrate to reveal some of the most dramatic and compelling stories in the natural world.
Black Mirror, Charlie Brooker’s dystopian science-fiction tale, is coming back to Netflix in June with its sixth season. Again, the summary tells us to “expect the unexpected,” because “the sixth season of Black Mirror is the most unpredictable, unclassifiable, and unexpected one yet.”
As a lionhearted boy who can’t wield magic strives for the title of Wizard King, four banished Wizard Kings of yore return to crush the Clover Kingdom.
Back from the brink of death, highly skilled commando Tyler Rake takes on another dangerous mission: saving the imprisoned family of a ruthless gangster.
June 17 – King the Land (Series) Amid a tense inheritance fight, a charming heir clashes with his hardworking employee who’s known for her irresistible smile — which he cannot stand.
Ban Ji-eum can endlessly reincarnate. But when her 18th life gets cut short, she dedicates the next one to finding her now grown-up childhood love.
June 19 – Not Quite Narwhal (Kids & Family) Curious little Kelp’s been living his whole life as a narwhal… until he finds out he’s actually a unicorn. Now he’s got two worlds to explore!
June 22 – Glamorous Marco Mejia, a young gender-nonconforming twentysomething, seems to be stuck in place until landing a job working for a former supermodel-turned-cosmetics mogul. Can Marco navigate a cutthroat new workplace and messy dating scene?
June 22 – Skull Island (Series) Shipwrecked in the South Pacific, a group of explorers encounter a menagerie of fearsome creatures — including the giant ape who rules the island: Kong.
June 22 – Let’s Get Divorced (Series) When a seemingly happy supercouple decides to divorce, things quickly get complicated in this romantic comedy series.
A man and woman entangled in an affair attempt to start a new life together after they stumble upon a device that can make other people disappear.
June 23 – The Perfect Find (Film) A fashion editor’s career comeback hits a snag when she learns the charming young stranger she kissed at a party is her new coworker — and her boss’ son.
June 23 – Catching Killers: Season 3 (Documentary) Real-life investigators recount stories of cold-blooded killers, the desperate efforts to stop them and the brave people who brought them to justice.
The Emmy-nominated fantasy drama returns for a new season. The Witcher’s last season featuring Henry Cavill will see Geralt taking Ciri of Cintra into hiding as monarchs, mages, and beast of the Continent compete to capture her.
After a three-year absence from live performances caused by the pandemic, Korea’s triple-threat entertainer Lee Seung Gi kept his promise and made a return that made Filo Airens feel like waking up in a promised dream.
The opening was very solemn. The team was able to pull up a VCR, a cue that led him on stage for his opening song, “The Dreamer’s Dream,” from his most recent album, “The Project.” For Airens, this is the album they cling to for comfort during the whole lockdown period. Lee Seung Gi greeted his Filipino Airens with “Mabuhay! It’s so good to see Filipino Airen and all my fans in the Philippines. Thank you very much! Sobrang na miss ko kayo! I am so honored to meet you guys at my live concert today, and I am very excited to see your passionate and warm welcome! We have been to Seoul, Tokyo, Osaka, and Taiwan, and I think Manila is the best! You are the best!”
He explained that his first song is a bit emotional, but because of the fans’ warmest cheers, he felt more relaxed. It has been 4 years since he last came for his fan meeting, but last night was his first live concert, and he really wanted to visit the country as a singer, saying, “Life is better, right?”
The Law Café star checked his fans in every section, making sure they were able to see him. He shared that he had personal things to handle when he was in Korea and had this idea that he had to push for this live concert for his international fans, and seeing them enjoying it made him think he made a good decision, assuring them, “So sit and enjoy while I do my best.” This a cue for his second song, “Wind,” one of the fan favorites from his “And” album released last 2015.
All emotions were held as it was followed by “Return” from his “Forest” album released in 2012, where he was nominated for various awards such as the MAMA Award for Song of the Year and won the Mnet Asian Music Award for Best Vocal Performance—Male and continued with “The Ordinary Man” where he said after, “I am singing a ballad, but I felt like singing rock songs because you are very energetic.” And “The song I just sang has a story of a man with a broken heart who lost his first love; as soon as I sang the first verse, you were shouting, Seung Gi Saranghe [drawing a loud cheer from the fans], and as you can see, we are a live band, right? I think they are affected by your energy because they’ve been upbeat, and I feel very nice right now!”
Lee Seung Gi was aware of the Filipino penchant for photography, and he teased that fans should only post videos in which he sounded the best. But the reality was, he sounded so outstanding in every one of them, with clear and clean high notes and runs! He explained that the first part of the concert expressed the different seasons: spring, summer, fall, and winter. And for the last 19 years, there have been so many seasons he spent doing different activities, and also, there have been so many memories he had to make with his fans, claiming “time flies so fast.”
Next year will be his 20th anniversary, and he announced that he will be collaborating with different artists, his seniors, and juniors, and they’ll be creating a strong album for the fans and hopefully a world tour. He promised he’d be back in Manila for sure! He shared, “I have been acting as a senior and have been doing different variety shows, and Filipinos love variety shows, so I am thinking maybe I could try and have variety shows here as well.”
Seung Gi, known as generous as he is, got to share an unreleased song with the fans and allow them to take video but begged not to upload it yet as it may be part of his 20th album. He worked together with Captain Planet [a Korean music production team consisting of members Lee Byeong Ho and Choi Soo Ji] on a song titled “I got to the wind that way” and left the stage after.
The dazzling balladeer went back and performed “Forest,” brought nostalgia, one of his most emotional songs, followed by “Circle,” where he set the energy of the whole New Frontier to the highest high while transitioning to “Like a Flower” from his 2019 album “Shadow” where he exudes a charisma of a true rockstar while raising the roof higher for “Losing My Mind,” an OST for his top-notch drama “My Girlfriend Is a Gumiho“where Airens went wild and even asked for one more! It was the ultimate fan service and probably the best of the night, where all positive energy was sustained!
Just in time after a quick rest, Lee Seung Gi sang the songs most of his fans loved from his variety show “Master in the House,” including a cover of Kim Kyung Ho’s “Forbidden Love,” which ignited his passion for singing and proved his worth. garnering 35 million combined views on all platforms and counting, Lee Seung Gi confessed that the team had no idea that people would love it that much, and Kim Kwang-seok’s “Even Though I Love You.” He also did not fail to include his 2006 song “Desire and Resent” a song that requires equal emotions as per Airens.
Known as South Korea’s “Triple Threat,” he is not only an exceptional singer and television host, but his hit dramas such as Brilliant Legacy, The King 2 Hearts, Gu Family Book, You’re All Surrounded, Hwayugi: A Korean Odyssey, Vagabond, Mouse, and most recently “The Law Café” established his domineering presence and proved his supreme passion and ever-unmatched artistry, making him one of the most well-known Korean actors of his generation.
Lee Seung Gi went back to the stage and performed his fan favorite “Delete”. He was able to express the VCR his team created and explain the past 19 years. All the things he experienced and the past he had were shown in the picture, as was what he planned for the future. He said the Philippines made him “nomo, nomo, nomo so much happy” before he went to sing “Music Time,” from his 2004 album “Dream of a Moth,” where he displayed the charisma an Airen and non-Airen would love, following with “Encore” and ending with his most loved song “Because you’re my woman.”
19 years after his debut, Lee Seung Gi is among the most respected entertainers in the industry. This global superstar made a significant contribution not just to the success of Korean music but also to the community. As announced, the proceeds from Lee Seung Gi’s concert will go to Operation Smile Philippines, with the hope that the show will bring children and their families greater pleasure.
From innumerable “Mahal kita Philippines,” and “Salamat Po,” Lee Seung Gi just proved how he is as a person and the Airens were pleased to see him forging his own way and living a life that brought him happiness – a real deal singer!
Here’s to an inspirational journey of finding the positive in the midst of adversity! Please let it be known that you are a genuinely exceptional human being, a brilliant artist, and a truly remarkable person, and we have vowed to be there for you through your highest highs and lowest lows.
The event is presented by HumanMade, TG Entertainment, Faith & D Entertainment, and CDM Entertainment.
Ahead of his The Dreamer’s Dream – Chapter 2 show in Manila, South Korea’s triple threat entertainer Lee Seung Gi sat down with the press for an interview held in Market Market, Ayala Mall Taguig.
Lee Seung Gi greeted the press, and his fans present at the venue with “Mabuhay, Philippines! I’m Lee Seung Gi, and I am happy to be here in the Philippines and so, so glad to see all my fans in the Philippines. Thank you very much and thank you for coming.”
Donned in neutral ensembles, he answered questions from the press. He was asked if there was anything that stood out to him during his first visit last 2019 through the 2019 LEE SEUNG GI ASIA FANMEETING ‘VAGABOND VOYAGE‘. He answered, “I think the most memorable thing that the Filipino fans did was give me the warmest welcome,” followed by a loud welcome cheer from his fans present to see him, and he answered back with his Tagalog of “Maraming salamat po.” This a sequel to the next question of what other Filipino word he remembered from his last visit. He answered, “Mahal kita, and I really want to say this word, “Namiss ko kayo, Philippines! Thank you!” He also shared that he wants the fans to look forward to his live concert since in 2019 he went to the country for a fan meeting.
Sam Oh asked since the concert is called “The Dreamers Dream,” how he feels to be back in the country and essentially making the dream of Filipino fans happen to see him right now in the flesh. He wittily answered, “First of all, I think it’s very nice to see cultural communication between Korea and the Philippines by sharing K-pop, movies, and the music industry. I am grateful for [the fans] loving the current culture, and I am also expecting for me to have a music activity here in the Philippines as well in the future.”
Celebrating his 20th anniversary, the press asked him about being in the entertainment industry and being actively involved in various entertainment fields, what drives him to continuously explore new avenues, and if there’s another field he’d like to try. He responded, “Because I am already doing these things—filming, acting, and singing—at the moment, I wanted to make more effort to be close to my international fans and to be more productive on the upcoming projects that I have.”
One press unit also asked if there was a role he wanted to play but never had the chance to after the many roles he played. He said, “he wants to try taking on the role of a doctor, and shooting a romantic comedy in the Philippines could be good too.” When asked about plans to do a movie, he shared, “There are none as of the moment, but I already shot a movie called “The Big Family,” and we already finished filming, which will be released next year.”
Another unit asked if there was a plan to release an album anytime soon. He said, “Hopefully next year, we’re planning to release an album in commemoration of my 20th anniversary, featuring collaboration from artists and producers.” When asked about a distinct Lee Seung Gi song, he was very generous to give the crowd a piece from his song “Delete,” which delighted the whole crowd. It was a little taste of what fans would look forward to at the concert.
The press was also keen to ask what he wanted to say to his younger self; he shared “Don’t be afraid”. When I was young, I was really afraid of challenging myself and trying new things, but now I want to say, “Don’t be afraid.” “Try it out and try it on your own.” He also shared how he loved being in Ilocos a few months ago and, if, by chance, he wanted to take Bro Marble there and shoot. Bro Marble is a travel variety show that casts Lee Seung Gi, Yoo Yeon Seok, Lee Dong Hwi, Ji Suk Jin, Kyuhyun, Hoshi, and Joshua. He also shared how happy he is to reunite with Kang Ho Dong, his forever big brother, for Strong Heart.
Being present for nearly two decades, he shared his defining moments of the last two decades and his future plans. “So, I think the recent thing is because, after many things I had, now that I am in the new company and have a very new start, Fans constantly look for the content we made in Korea, but now we’re actually planning to go abroad and meet the fans and shoot what we have prepared for them.” He also answered how the industry shaped him, yet he’s not changed at all, he shared, when he gets used to doing something, a new trend may come in and that’s when he knows he needed to adapt. He wrapped up the press conference by giving a message to Philippine Airens.
“First of all is that I MISS YOU GUYS SO MUCH and I am really happy that I could meet you guys through this concert that I am having, and I’ve been joining and participating in different projects so I could meet you more often. So please wait for me and look forward to me. Thank you”
South Korea’s triple threat performer Lee Seung Gi is currently in Manila for his The Dreamer’s Dream – Chapter 2 concert presented by CDM Entertainment.
MANILA WILL BE THRASH METAL MECCA AS THE BAY STRIKES BACK TOUR BRINGS TESTAMENT, DEATH ANGEL AND EXODUS TO THE PHILIPPINES!
Though there are a legion of successful heavy metal acts that have reached various heights of fame and notoriety, there are only a few that have earned the title as being “genre-defining…” And as far as thrash metal is concerned, there are names in the game who have long cemented their status as being the originators by laying out the blueprint for the timeless sound and the fury that reigns strong to this day.
TESTAMENT. EXODUS. DEATH ANGEL. Three legendary names any true-blooded metal fan would know and love. Emerging from the widely revered 80s underground thrash metal scene in the San Francisco Bay Area, all three bands unknowingly helped create a sound that was a hybrid of the New Wave of Heavy Metal British Heavy Metal and fast, street-style punk that laid the foundation to some of the most important sub-genres and artists that would follow.
It is this same foundation and formula that influenced and helped catapult The Big Four of thrash – Metallica, Megadeth, Anthrax and Slayer – into the global superstars they are now: all through a grassroots/D.I.Y. sensibilities like worldwide tape-trading (way before there was the internet…), incendiary live shows that many considered to be almost-religious experiences, and a worldwide sense of community, even with the absence of radio airplay and airtime on MTV.
And now, PULP LIVE WORLD is bringing the experience to Manila this 2023!
Slated to invade our shores on September 21st 2023, The Bay Strikes Back Tour Manila – the long-overdue show to end all metal shows of the year – will be held at the Skydome at SM City North EDSA.
Filipino fans will surely be excited to hear that tickets are affordable, and if they’re fast enough – they can upgrade their tickets to avail of a limited number of meet and greet slots for each band. Tickets officially go on sale this June 24th, 2023 at 12 noon via SM Tickets outlets nationwide or online via www.smtickets.com.
Check out the seat plan and ticket prices below:
VIP – Php 6,000
General Admission – Php 5,500
Meet & Greet Upgrade – Php 5,500 per band
Ticketing charges apply.
Without sounding too extreme, it is safe to say that no self-respecting metalhead would dare miss this show – this is the ultimate experience any fan of the genre can ask for, and for the uninitiated, the best chance to experience and LEARN first-hand where it all started for thrash and heavy metal. Make sure you’re there for this historic event, brought to you by PULP Live World.
The eclectic pop track is penned by Benj Pangilinan himself, and produced by Grammy-nominated artist Xerxes Bakker!
Benj Pangilinan forges his own path in the music industry as one of Sony Music Entertainment’s newest recording artists in 2023.
Coming from an esteemed lineage of established actors, music icons, and prominent entertainers, the promising newcomer is keen on proving skeptics wrong with an impressive debut that digs deep into young romance and nostalgia.
His new single “Love, That’s Rare” gazes wistfully at the complexities of love while acknowledging its effect on shaping one’s worldview—for better or worse. Benj wrote a song that transported him back to a specific time and place, helping him make sense of the conflicting emotions he was experiencing at the time.
“I wrote the song a while back, and to be honest, I’m not entirely sure why,” Benj shares. “Lyrics and melodies come in like a thief in the night. It’s all about knowing how to catch and record those creative flashes.”
Grammy-nominated Xerxes Bakker, who has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, including Imagine Dragons and Snoop Dogg, is responsible for producing the track. Incorporating ‘80s soft rock spectacle with electronic flourishes, Xerxes gives Benj Pangilinan a playground to showcase his versatility and songwriting chops while ensuring that the structure is sturdy enough to weather the cracks. The result is a fine piece of contemporary pop that will surely stick around for quite a while.
Benj recalls how immediately comforting the experience was, after meeting Xerxes for the first time. “There was an immediate click. After some conversation, you already knew the visions were aligned. In terms of a production standpoint, it’s all about coming to a mutual understanding of the vision for the song and developing that trust with each other.”
Benj Pangilinan’s “Love, That’s Rare” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.
Live Nation is thrilled to announce the Melbourne-raised artist RINI in Asia! RINI is set to perform in Manila on 19 July 2023 at the Samsung Hall in SM Aura Premier as part of his PAST THE NAKED EYE 2023 TOUR.
Justerini Sandoval, also known as RINI, is a singer, songwriter, producer, and guitarist who hails from Melbourne, Australia. RINI’s presence has become an online sensation with the release of his most recent extended play (EP), titled “After the Sun.” He has over 20 million plays on Spotify alone, over 550 thousand subscribers on YouTube, and over 200 thousand followers on Instagram and Facebook combined.
As a Filipino-Australian artist, his sound has been influenced by Frank Ocean, Daniel Caesar, Kehlani, Bryson Tiller and The Weeknd. Within the short span of a year, the young up-and-comer’s growth on a personal level bleeds into his music, delivering us material that not only would hit the charts, but is full of profound meaning, a rarity scarcely found in the climate of today’s industry, some might call this EP an emerald. The EP is a soulful and euphonious sunset story that mainly talks about the beauty of women and the sweetness of another day, an appreciation of life. ‘After The Sun’ in its entirety is a love letter to life, and serves as a reminder to live it with the ones we love.
From the vocals to the words to the beats, everything the Melbourne artist does is a masterpiece. Rini has worked and played with some of Melbourne’s best artists, like Billy Davis, Jordan Dennis, Blasko, and Deandre Brackensick, since he first got on stage.
The 24-year-old songbird’s seductive falsetto and soul-stirring voice showed his songwriting’s emotional depth. His flowing, passionate approach transforms everyday details into romantic neo-soul visions. After emerging as a spectacular new talent prepared to prosper in today’s R&B market, RINI is laser-focused on pushing the frontiers of modern music with his unique approach, gathering over 376M plays across platforms and averaging 2.2M monthly Spotify listeners.
As we see him today, RINI is ready to showcase a new side of his artistry with UltraViolet, his sophomore EP arriving this Fall. “[UltraViolet] comes from a different place, of different influence,” says RINI. “It’s bolder, more upfront and a more dauntless version of RINI that translates into the sound of the EP. I’ve taken a different approach sonically and I could say that I’m taking a risk with some of the songs simply because it’s different to the usual vibe that you would expect to hear from me but that’s really the whole point of it. UltraViolet is the product of this.” UltraViolet is a pivot from the narrative introduced with RINI’s debut album, unearthing another side of his artistry that mirrors the changes he’s experienced since the pandemic. Unlike anything he’s released before, this project sets the tone for a new chapter in his sonics – one that is confident and courageous.
Tickets to public will go on-sale on Wednesday, 31 May at 12pm local time onwards via SMTickets.com and outlets nationwide. Visit livenation.ph for more details.
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