It was a celebration of tenacity, friendship, and achievement as IAM Worldwide marks its seventh anniversary with a concert and accolades.
The SM Mall of Asia Arena was a hive of activity on October 20, when IAM Worldwide members and guests gathered to honor the accomplishments and diligence of worthy members with awards, recognition, and a performance by K-Pop artists Rain and Hwasa and the Philippine Nation’s Girl Group, BINI.
The health and wellness company packed the occasion with motivation and support for its members to keep pursuing their individual objectives with the aid of the brand and their fellow participants. The event filled everyone who attended with excitement and a sense of fulfillment through motivational stories and acknowledgements.
At the occasion were celebrities Maritoni Fernandez and Andres, Atasha Muhlach, and Carlos Yulo, the face of IAM Worldwide’s chocolate barley drink and two-time Olympic gold champion. In celebration, IAM Worldwide held a concert with Rain, BINI, and Hwasa, who increased the energy and enthusiasm of the audience.
Hwasa’s breathtaking and jaw-dropping renditions of her songs, such as “I Love My Body,” “Twit,” “Maria,” and her most recent single, “Na,” opened the celebrations. She also brought the audience to their feet with her Mamamoo medley, showcasing her vocal prowess and overall performance abilities while providing a lively beginning to the event festivities.
Then, to bring more fun to the festivities, the Nation’s Girl Group, BINI, took over the music stage. To the delight of the audience, who enthusiastically sang and danced along with the performances, the girl group—who are currently among the top brand ambassadors for the 2024–25 campaign of the major health and supplement marketing company—performed their most popular hits. Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena showed the singles “Cherry On Top”, “Pantropiko”, “Karera”, and “Salamin, Salamin”.
K-Pop sensation Rain, who made his stage comeback in the Philippines after almost ten years, capped up the evening’s performances. Indeed, the wait for his return was worthwhile because he made sure to leave his supporters with a special memento. In addition to entertaining the audience with renditions of his well-known songs, such as “It’s Raining,” “Love Song,” and “Bad Boy,” he engaged with them and persuaded them to jump and dance.
It is truly a celebration as IAM Worldwide honors its accomplishments and the individuals who have played a significant role in the company’s seven years of success.
OPM indie-pop icons Orange & Lemons (ONL) held their milestone-defining Now & Then: 25th Anniversary Concert at the Metrotent Convention Center on October 18.
Clem Castro (vocals and guitars), JM Del Mundo (bass guitar), Ace Del Mundo (drums), and Jared Nerona (keyboards) treated fans to an extensive three-hour set filled with their finely curated hits – from their well-loved classics to their less known B-sides. The concert was not only a nostalgic trip to the past but also a treasure trove of discoveries.
Split into four distinctive parts, ONL paid homage to the four albums they had released over the years, showcasing not only their growth as musicians but also their highs and lows as a band. At the beginning of each era, a short introduction video featuring the four band members was played wherein each of them chimed in to share their fond memories from that era.
“Sa tagal ko nang tumutugtog, ngayon lang ako kinabahan nang ganito,” Clem Castro said to the crowd at the beginning. The band members laughed in the background as well. After all, this was their 25th anniversary concert and this was the first time they would be playing a long, career-spanning concert.
As expected of the fanbase, the crowd was made up mostly of people in their 30s and above. They were seated for the entirety of the show, devoid of the loud, boisterous party energy. People were more relaxed during performances, opting to quietly take in the music as it was played instead of raising their arms in the air to record videos. Still, these people mostly knew the band from their humble beginnings and they remained on the edge of their seats throughout the concert.
Part I: A Beginning of Something Wonderful
The first song that played was the rightful welcome for the audience. After all, it was the first song in their first-ever album Love in the Land of Rubber Shoes & Dirty Ice Cream. This was followed by the ONL classic “Just Like a Splendid Love Song” which was their breakthrough single that was first played on the now-defunct radio station NU107 in 2003. The sweet Brit-pop-infused song captured the ears of many curious music enthusiasts and became their entry point to being one of the stand-out indie acts then. They also played “Kailangan Kita”, “My Butterfly” and “Lovers Go, Lovers Come”.
Part II: Fast forward to 2022!
In a slightly off-kilter move, the 2nd part of the concert focused on their 4th and latest album La Bulaqueña. Released in 2022, it was touted as the only all-Tagalog ONL album as well as their most inventive one yet. It’s an eclectic yet smooth amalgamation of old Filipino-Spanish inspirations like Kundiman with modern ONL indie-pop sensibilities. As the first album released during the band’s reformation, it was the step that grounded their music and reintroduced them to the OPM scene.
ONL was joined by a violinist (Clem Castro’s nephew) on stage which added an enchanting vibe to the set. Some songs included were “Pag-Ibig sa Tabing Dagat” (featuring snippets of Empoy and Alessandra de Rossi in the background), “Ikaw na Walang Hanggan” and “Hele Para Kay Stella” and “La Bulaqueña”.
Part III: The Heydays – Umuwi ka na, baby
When ONL was at the peak of their career, the album Strike Whilst the Iron Is Hot became a household favorite across the country. As Clem shared, this was the time when they were holding gigs daily, with very short breaks in between. This was also the part that felt most familiar to the crowd.
When the snippets of close-up reeds were shown in the background, everyone knew what song would be next: “Heaven Knows (This Angel Has Flown)”. Shortly after, another crowd-favorite took over: “Hanggang Kailan”. The entire crowd sang along loudly to both songs, some even went as far as to wave their hands in the air. Who knew “Umuwi ka na, baby” could become such an iconic cry?
At one point, Clem had to pause before his spiel because he was panting so hard. “Si Macoy kasi, umalis. Ang hirap kaya kumanta at maggitara nang sabay,” he joked. During the concert, he constantly acknowledged Macoy’s contributions to Orange & Lemons: “Di magiging posible ang ONL kung wala si Macoy”. Clem said that they were able to meet him again 3 months before the concert during a private event, but a reunion with him as the vocalist was “off the table”.
Other songs from the album included “Cycle of Love”, “Pabango Ng ‘Yong Mata” and “Lihim”.
Part IV: The Final Stop – Moonlane Gardens
Trivia: “Moonlane Gardens” is an anagram for “Orange and Lemons” and the word is often used by the band. It’s the handler of their official Instagram and X accounts. Ironically, their 3rd album, which was the reason ONL broke up, also had the same name. In 2007, the unabashedly Brit-pop-influenced album was ONL’s way of raising the middle finger to the record executives who wanted them to change their musicality to pander to the general public. Shortly after its release, Orange & Lemons called it quits. They were not even able to promote the album properly.
Hearing the band play the songs live for the first time was like watching a brand new movie, with plot twists unfolding revelations. “Moonlane Gardens” felt like an unexplored safe place, one that exudes comfort and peace. Songs like “Ang Katulad Mong Walang Katulad”, “It’s About Time” and “Fade” were quite frankly hidden ONL treasures.
As blasts of confetti burst into the air, “A New Day” played. While the crowd shouted for an encore, the band respectfully declined because they said they had played 33 songs. Jokingly, Jared even said, “baka di na kayanin ng tuhod ni Clem”. They thanked the crowd for being there: “Kung wala kayo, wala rin kami.”
Now & Then: Orange & Lemons 25th Anniversary Concert was a one-of-a-kind experience – it was both a reminiscence and a revelation. As someone who has known their music since “Just Like a Splendid Love Song” was looped on NU107, the concert felt like a celebration of all the years that had gone, but at the same time, it also felt like a re-introduction to ONL’s musicality. Ahh, OPM is in good hands, after all. Cheers to 25 years and more music!
On October 29, Ely Buendia held an intimate press conference to discuss his upcoming full-length album titled METHOD ADAPTOR. He is also set to an album launch concert at the 123 Block, Mandaluyong on November 8.
The veteran singer/songwriter/producer sat down with members of the media to candidly talk about his songwriting process, past insecurities, and his aspirations for the new album. As a bonus, he also gave us an advance copy of the album which he signed afterward. We’ll give a rundown on the first feel of Ely Buendia’s METHOD ADAPTOR – the main talking points, plus our impressions of the much-awaited album (without spoilers, of course).
It was a cloudy Tuesday afternoon, and around 20 media personnel huddled around the Sony conference room. In the center was the main character: Ely Buendia, with his bleached hair, and black polo matched with a black cap. Firstly, he apologized for being late, and then he sat down, ready to take on all the questions we had.
“I wanted to release a new album this year because I wanted to do something new,” he told us. “I don’t consider Wanted: Bedspacer an official release dahil kumbaga nag-experiment lang ako sa kwarto. I consider this the official album.” The aforementioned album was released in 2010, his solo voyage to test the waters, per se. From the get-go, he intended METHOD ADAPTOR to be the album defining his solo career.
While touring different cities in the US with the Eraserheads last year, he started writing new songs. “The good thing about being on tour is that you can write anywhere. Ang daming downtime sa tour,” he said. Songwriting took him almost a year to complete. To confirm the rumors, some songs were taken from the baul.
Ely is also the type who finds inspiration in the chaos of being busy. “I’m glad that I have that sort of talent that I don’t have to isolate myself to be creative. I prefer busy environments, maraming tao,” he elaborated.
Why is the album titled METHOD ADAPTOR?
Ely said it depicts how the album was conceived – it was the strategy he sort of devised to write songs and create music. “It has been a while since I started writing new songs, and I experienced some sort of mild writer’s block. I just had to figure out how to be creative again and for me, that method was what I adapted,” he explained.
On October 29, Ely Buendia held an intimate press conference to discuss his upcoming full-length album titled METHOD ADAPTOR.
Why is the album titled METHOD ADAPTOR?
Ely Buendia said it depicts how the album was conceived – it was the strategy he sort of devised to write songs… pic.twitter.com/7lOSWtTfzK
When prodded about his writer’s block, he responded that it was not severe. He was confident he could write, but he had certain doubts: “There was something at the back of my head: should I even do this? Will I be able to pull it off?”
He admitted that there was a time when he felt pressured by the expectations of Eheads fans which caused him to hesitate to write new material. This time, however, he fought off that line of thought. “Once I got that out of the way, and said bahala na! All you can do is be yourself and do your best, and medyo nagflow na yung ideas.”
What are the songs about?
So far, two songs from the album have been released to the public – “Bulaklak sa Buwan” and “Tagpi-Tagping Piraso”, both of which exude a certain amount of vulnerability at their core.
Ely Buendia shared that the lyrics are very personal. “Some songs in the album speak of my experience of being heartbroken, and not in a romantic sense.” The symbolism in the two songs could reveal disillusionment and frailty, exactly as he said.
“Bulaklak sa Buwan” is one song that he is very pleased with. “I pushed myself to write the song, make it more meaningful than what I’m used to writing,” he said.
Sound inspiration?
When asked about the musical inspiration he had, he answered, “I tried not to think about it too much when I was producing the album. I just try to set the stage like a director in a movie. I provide the environment for that, like choosing the producer.”
In line with his words, he chose his highly trusted music producers – Jerome Velasco, who has worked with him as the guitarist of bands Pupil and The Mongols, and Audry Dionisio, session guitarist and General Manager of Offshore Records, the record company he founded. He described them as people with whom he could bounce ideas naturally.
Does he care about what people think?
Over the years, the public has built this image of Ely Buendia being rather cold and enigmatic, but at this point, does he care what they think about his music especially now that he’s releasing a new album?
Ely paused a bit, staring off into space with a hand on his chin then said, “I’d be lying if I said I didn’t care about what people think because I think music (and people) build empathy with one another. I admire artists who just do it for the art or their satisfaction. I find more satisfaction in communicating, in touching lives, that‘s the reason I do it.”
He continued, “I can write songs for myself, but what would be the point of that? This album is a form of reaching out to the community that I’m in and saying I’m still here.”
Does Ely Buendia care about what people think about his music?
“I’d be lying if I said I didn’t care about what people think because I think music (and people) build empathy with one another. (…) I find more satisfaction in communicating, in touching lives, that‘s the reason… pic.twitter.com/PwjTICwQIC
Short answer: Yes. There was a point during the press conference when he revealed that after the Eraserheads broke up, he just wanted to make more bands and write more songs that he liked, without caring about how people would react. “That was when there was a disconnect with my core audience,” he admitted. He then mentioned that he has now become more appreciative of what he has.
What was the idea behind the album cover?
Ely Buendia said that his team initially had a lot of ideas for it, but he decided to go for something simple: his portrait, explaining that “the songs are a portrait of me as a person now.”
What can the audience expect from the album release concert?
Without giving any room for spoilers, he replied, “A straightforward show – the audience to have multidimensional experience – that’s all I have to say about that now.”
The show will also feature his Offshore Music labelmates Alyson, Carousel Casualties, Aviators, Ligaya Escueta, and Pinkmen.
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Near the end of the press conference, I also asked Ely Buendia, “What message do you hope fans would take away from your new music?”
His answer goes, “I guess I just want them to go back to the joy of hearing new music for the first time they like. That’s the tricky part – even though they know what to expect of me and they have preferences (of what they like from me) – I hope that I’ll still be able to surprise them.”
What message do you hope fans would take away from your new music?
“I guess I just want them to go back to the joy of hearing new music for the first time. That’s the tricky part – even though they know what to expect of me and they have preferences (of what they like from me)… pic.twitter.com/ziV65sRkc0
At home, it was past midnight when I put the CD on as I sat alone at my desk. With my earphones on, I waited patiently for the first hint of sound – “Faithful Song”. Right off the bat, I was taken aback. His words were spot on.
Without giving out any specifics, the album is worth listening to. Rid your mind of preconceived notions. It was fairly easy for me to be swayed into the melodies, interspersed with the lyrical rhythm and imagery that Ely Buendia is so great at. The album was a pleasant surprise – it transported me to the ‘80s stellar synth sound mixed with the grit of ‘90s guitar riffs.
What is the best way to listen to the album? Nothing beats hearing it live, of course! Don’t miss Ely Buendia’s METHOD ADAPTOR Album Launch on November 8 at 123 Block Mandaluyong. Get to see some amazing performances by Offshore Music artists ALYSON, Carousel Casualties, Aviators, Pinkmen, and Ligaya Escueta. Tickets are available at methodadaptor.helixpay.ph/
October 31, 2024 – Acclaimed singer-songwriter Moira Dela Torre has made a poignant return to the music scene with the release of her latest single, “San Ka Na”. This indie-folk pop track captures the deep emotional turmoil of feeling abandoned by someone you once thought would never leave, making it a relatable anthem for anyone who has faced the complexities of love. The track not only showcases Moira’s growth as an artist but also invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences with love and longing.
In a surprising move, Moira recently stepped back from social media leading up to this release, removing her posts and profile photos across various platforms. This bold move was enough to not only get the public’s attention with thousands of engagements but also allowed fans to speculate: is this a teaser for the new era? is this for the album?
“San Ka Na” answers those questions – yes, this is the start of Moira’s new era. And Moira continues to tease us with this upcoming era on the canvas of “San Ka Na” on Spotify, which features a simple date: 11.9 (November 9). This alone proves that there’s more to look out for from Moira in the next coming weeks.
“San Ka Na” is out now on all major streaming platforms.
SEVENTEEN is coming right here to the Philippines!
CARATs’ forever headliner, SEVENTEEN, will make their highly anticipated return to the Philippine concert stage next year with their fourth world tour, the SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] World Tour. The award-winning boy group will once again take over the Philippine Sports Stadium with back-to-back shows on January 18 and 19, 2025.
SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN BULACAN serves as the first stop of the Asia leg of the ongoing concert tour which started last October 12 and 13 at the Goyang Stadium in South Korea.
Applewood Philippines has released the seat plan, ticket prices, fan benefits, and other ticketing guidelines for the SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN BULACAN. The ticket prices range from Php 5,500 to Php 20,000. All ticket prices are inclusive of SM ticketing charges.
TICKET PRICES:
VIP B, C – Php 20,000
VIP E, F – Php 19,500
STANDING G, H – Php 16,500
STANDING A1, D1 – Php 15,000
STANDING A2, D2 – Php 14,500
STANDING I, J – Php 14,000
BLEACHERS PREMIUM 1 – Php 13,500
BLEACHERS MID 1 – Php 12,500
BLEACHERS CENTER 1 – Php 10,000
BLEACHERS PREMIUM 2 – Php 9,500
BLEACHERS MID 2 – Php 7,500
BLEACHERS CENTER 2 – Php 5,500
VIP ticket holders are entitled to the following fan benefits:
Access to VIP Soundcheck
One Floor Standing Ticket (Section B/C/E/F)
VIP Lanyard and Pass
Special VIP Gift Package
Separate Official Merchandise Booth
Additionally, all ticket holders will receive a souvenir card.
Tickets to the concert will go on sale on the following dates:
CARAT MEMBERSHIP PRESALE Registration Period: October 30, from 11AM PHT to November 4, 10:59AM PHT
CARAT MEMBERSHIP PRESALE: November 13, from 12PM PHT to 11:59PM PHT
GENERAL ONSALE: November 15, 12PM PHT
In 2024, SEVENTEEN made history by being the first K-Pop group to perform at the Philippine Sports Stadium and the first musical act to perform two consecutive shows in the same venue through the FOLLOW Tour in Bulacan. Through BE THE SUN in Bulacan in 2022, they became the first K-Pop group to perform a solo show at the Philippine Arena, the largest indoor arena in the world.
In addition to the Philippines, the “God of Music”, SEVENTEEN, will perform in Singapore, Jakarta, and Bangkok as part of the Asia leg of the RIGHT HERE World Tour.
SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN BULACAN is presented by Applewood Philippines.
Moments Allows You to Save, Relive, and Share Your Favorite Netflix Scenes
Now Polin’s steamy kiss or Barb’s last breath on Stranger Things can live forever in your My Netflix tab.
Photocourtesy of Netflix
Ever find yourself hooked on a Netflix scene that sticks with you long after it’s over? Now, with Moments — a new mobile feature launching globally today on iOS and in the coming weeks on Android — you can easily save, relive, and share your favorite Netflix scenes.
Whether you’re replaying the intense final showdown in BEEF or a spooky twist in Wednesday, Moments lets you save and share it all. And with Season 2 of Squid Game coming on December 26, it’s the perfect time to revisit those nail-biting game sequences from Season 1 and get ready for what’s next.
Here’s how it works: Let’s say you’re watching the latest season of Bridgerton on your phone and want to save the scene where Colin and Penelope share their long-awaited kiss in the carriage. All you have to do is tap Moments at the bottom of your screen, and it’ll automatically save to your My Netflix tab.
You can revisit your Moments anytime on your phone, and if you rewatch the episode, it will start playing right from the scene you bookmarked.
Say hello to ‘MOMENTS’ – Netflix’s new and exciting mobile feature.
Sharing Moments on Instagram, Facebook and other social platforms is just as easy. You can share a Moment as you create it, or from the My Netflix tab, you can select a scene and tap to share it across all of your platforms.
The roll-out of Moments coincides with a new Netflix global brand campaign called “It’s So Good”, featuring some of the most beloved and memorable moments that captivated fans worldwide — including Cardi B, Simone Biles and Giancarlo Esposito.
The lucky streak of landing valuable brand partnerships continues for BINI.
Leading health and supplements marketing company IAM WorldwideCorporation recently unveiled BINI as part of their 2024/25 roster of brand ambassadors.
BINI is an eight-member girl group that debuted June 11, 2020, at the height of the pandemic. Dubbed as the “Nation’s Girl Group,” the group is composed of young, modern Filipinas who aspires to share their musical talent and creative spirit to the rest of the world.
The members include main visual Aiah from Cebu, lead vocalist Colet, Gwen of Albay, hardworking leader Jhoanna, main vocalist Maloi, lead rappers Mikha and Stacey, and main dancer Sheena from Isabela.
Some of their hit songs include Salamin, Salamin, Pantropiko, Karera, Na Na Na, I Feel Good, Born To Win, etc.
The group was signed as the face of IAM Worldwide’s Amazing Pure Organic Barley and its popular variant Choco Barley.
“Before we signed them, the girls and their parents informed us that they are avid users of Amazing Pure Organic Barley and Choco Barley,” says Allen Marvin Eder, co-founder & President. “Immediate effects were felt on the improvement of their health; taking barley daily gave them added energy and stamina to perform and be at their best. That’s why we are so happy to have the girls as part of the IAM Worldwide family.”
“Like what BINI stands for, IAM Worldwide has always encouraged the youth to be at their very best,” adds Aika Lorraine Uy, co-founder & Vice President. “And having great confidence, passion and productivity is made better if one leads a healthy lifestyle.”
General Manager & co-founder Joanna Mañego chimes in: “As a certified BLOOM, I watched their concert and bought whatever merch was available. I introduced them to my partners, so we are all thrilled and ecstatic.”
“These are exciting times for IAM Worldwide as we welcome the country’s best girl group! Here’s to Aiah, Colet, Gwen, Maloi, Stacey, Mikha, Sheena and Jhoanna … cheers to good health and years of top-charting success!”
IAM Worldwide officially welcomed the girls on stage during their recently concluded 7th Anniversary Event held last October 20, 2024 at the MOA Arena.
Members of the group immediately expressed their happiness at joining IAM Worldwide.
“Salamat sa Amazing Barley at Choco Barley, nabibigyan kami ng extra energy,” says BINI Sheena. “Bukod sa masarap at refreshing, iwas sakit pa given our hectic schedules.”
BINI Gwen also told the crowd, “Nag-research pa talaga ako and nakita ko eto yung best brand of organic barley. I also bought for my parents. I encourage every BLOOM to make this part of your daily regimen. Make sure you only get the original from IAM Worldwide.”
As for BINI Aiah, she testified how “Amazing Organic Barley is my favorite. I have been drinking it morning and evening. Pampalakas at pampaganda!”
BINI now joins the likes of Alden Richards, Marian Rivera, Heart Evangelista, Piolo Pascual, Small Laude, and more who are avid fans of the products exclusively distributed by IAM Worldwide.
Last July, Bini became the first Filipino pop act to perform at the annual KCON music festival, showcasing their newest song “Cherry on Top” at the pre-show event of KCON LA 2024 in Los Angeles.
Check out the “IAM BINI” campaign by following IAM Worldwide’s official social media accounts at @iamworldwidecorporation or visit their website athttps://iam-worldwide.com
Linya-Linya Land returns this 2024 with an exciting line-up of local talent that celebrates diversity across different lines of antics, artistry, and advocacy for the Ka-Linya community and beyond.
The multi-format annual festival features wavemakers in music, comedy, and performance art, meaningfully curated to welcome new and mainstay concertgoers alike. Filipino singer-songwriters, bands, and rappers, Lola Amour, Over October, Unique Salonga, Cheats, Oh! Flamingo, KJah, Mhot, and Apoc represent their corner of the music scene in the event.
Improvisational theater performers and stand-up comedians are also set to take the stage, comprising SPIT Manila; GB Labrador, James Caraan, Nonong Ballinan, Ryan Rems, and Muman Reyes of The KoolPals, and Comedy Manila’s Victor Anastacio and Issa Villaverde.
An aspect that makes this year’s return extra special is introducing drag performance art to its loyal audience. Ru Paul’s Drag Race Philippines Season 3 superstar, Tita Baby, joins the roster bringing the world of drag and diversity to Linya-Linya Land.
At the heart of this event is Linya-Linya’s advocacy of supporting homegrown artists and performers while amplifying the local art and creative industry’s voice—where it has put down its roots for nearly 10 years. The event aims to create a space where diversity in talent and passion for social change can thrive, alongside non-profit organizations and partner communities, such as the Angat Buhay Foundation, AHA! Learning Center, The Learning Lab, and PANTAY.
As Ali Sangalang, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Linya-Linya, puts it, “Celebration ito ng Filipino arts and culture mula sa iba’t ibang linya. Different art forms—from music, comedy, to performance art—nagsama-sama sa iisang entablado para i-showcase ang Filipino creativity, at itulak din ang iba’t ibang adbokasiya. Masaya kami sa Linya-Linya na ikonekta at pagtagpo-tagpuin silang lahat sa isang masaya at makabuluhang event.”
Apart from show-stopping performances, the event is also packed with activities brought by Linya-Linya and the “ambassadors of fun”—Breakout Manila, Kape-Kape, Puddy Rock Studio, and Heroes Headquarters. Together, the house of brands is looking forward to creating a day with something for everyone to enjoy in this integrated and interactive experience.
Linya-Linya Land 2024 will take place on November 30, 2024 (Saturday) at 123 Block, Mandala Park in Mandaluyong City, from 2 PM onwards.
This event is presented by Linya-Linya and GNN Entertainment Productions. Tickets are available online at PHP 1,200 for Early Bird and PHP 1,500 for Regular Admissions. Get your Early Bird tickets via bit.ly/linyalinyaland24. Ticket charges apply. For more information about the event, check out Linya-Linya’s social media pages.
‘Tis the season for ‘kilig’ with these four holiday rom-coms 🎄
Netflix has started to present its roster for the holiday season, which coincides with the fact that romantic comedies continue to dominate. Subscribers can watch a star-studded ensemble across a handful of flicks in 2024, all guaranteed to put them in the holiday spirit.
Photos courtesy of Netflix
The 2024 Netflix holiday slate was officially launched last week with a video of Lindsay Lohan–who stars in Our Little Secret with Kristin Chenoweth and Ian Harding–with acapella favorites Pentatonix (Meet Me Next Christmas). Watch the video below.
Learn about these upcoming kilig-inducing titles launching in November, only on Netflix!
Layla (Milian), who wants to find the love of her life, has to race through New York City to get the hottest ticket in town: to the Pentatonix Christmas Eve Concert, which is sold out. Layla hopes to see the handsome James (Kofi Siriboe) again at the show. He’s the only person Layla wants under the tree this Christmas.
Starring Lacey Chabert, Dustin Milligan, and Craig Robinson. Milligan plays Jack, a snowman who comes to life thanks to a magical scarf. Chabert plays Kathy, a widow going through a hard time in her life. What starts out as a winter surprise quickly turns into a new romance, but there is one small problem: Jack only has a short time left before he melts away.
A new romantic comedy starring Britt Robertson and Chad Michael Murray, The Merry Gentlemen, is making waves this holiday season. An ex-dancer from the big city comes home to her parents’ quaint little music establishment with a sparkling idea: an all-male Christmas strip show! Will she obey her heart or her ambitions when she develops feelings for the town’s handyman and is asked to go back to Broadway?
Starring Lindsay Lohan, Kristin Chenoweth, and Ian Harding.Two resentful exes must awkwardly spend Christmas together after learning their new partners are siblings.
Spotify will launch a bespoke RADAR campaign to continue to propel BABYMONSTER in the global music scene.
Spotify, the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service, announced that BABYMONSTER has been selected as the newest RADAR KOREA artist.
Spotify’s RADAR program is a global initiative created to support emerging artists on their journeys to superstardom. By providing tailored resources, RADAR helps artists at every stage of their development, while strengthening their connections with fans and new listeners. Since its inception in 2020, RADAR has spotlighted over 900 rising talents worldwide, including now international sensations such as The Kid LAROI, Lauv, Tyla, and Lil Baby. In Asia, the program has elevated artists in South Korea like NMIXX, Huh, LE SSERAFIM, Zior Park, RIIZE, and Filipino artists such as BINI, Maki, and Hev Abi.
Globally, RADAR artists have thrived under the program. They have been featured on more than 5,000 Spotify editorial playlists, and have, on average, seen a 40% increase in monthly listeners and a 30% growth in streams six months after becoming RADAR artists.
BABYMONSTER quickly captured attention with their powerful performances and unique edgy sounds, as seen with their hit songs like “BATTER UP” and “SHEESH”.
For their entry into RADAR, Spotify will support BABYMONSTER with its best-in-class editorial support and a bespoke campaign aimed at further broadcasting their talent and colors in the global music scene. In addition to fueling the discovery of the group’s music on playlists such as RADAR KOREA, Spotify will also release a host of exclusive content on its K-Pop ON! Spotify YouTube channel.
This November, fans can also look forward to catching BABYMONSTER at RADAR LIVE. An initiative under the RADAR program, RADAR LIVE was conceptualized to broadcast RADAR Korea artists to a broader audience through interactive experiences. RADAR LIVE is set to be held in Seoul and will be live-streamed for fans and listeners around the world. Listeners can stay tuned to @SpotifyKR on Instagram for updates and more details on BABYMONSTER’s RADAR campaign.
As of October 2024, BABYMONSTER has over 7 million monthly listeners and 2.6 million followers on Spotify, amassing fans from around the world in their rookie year. Just months after their debut, BABYMONSTER’s “SHEESH” ranked #5 on Spotify’s Global Impact List for South Korea, which recognizes the tracks by local artists that made the most global impact in the first half of 2024. The track is their most-streamed song on Spotify to date, followed by “BATTER UP” and “LIKE THAT”.
“The RADAR KOREA program bolsters Spotify’s mission of helping artists break through to global audiences by connecting them with new listeners worldwide,” said Jungjoo Park, Spotify’s Head of Music, Korea. “We are excited to welcome BABYMONSTER into RADAR, and can’t wait to see them continue to captivate even more fans with their incredible talent and charisma.”
“We are honored to be part of Spotify’s RADAR KOREA program and thrilled for the opportunity to reach more listeners across the globe,” said BABYMONSTER. “This is just the beginning of our journey, and we can’t wait to share more of our music with the world.”
THE HEAVY METAL BEAUTY AND BEAST THAT IS JINJER RETURNS TO MANILA THIS 2025. TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN NOVEMBER!
Ask any heavy metal fan who isn’t brain dead (yet) from all that headbanging and chaos, and chances are, they’ll be quick to share and agree that Ukranian modern prog-metallers JINJER are among the esteemed few leading the charge for the brutal subgenre for the past decade.
Technical grooves, brutal growls, and soaring melodic vocals have put the band in the esteemed position of being one of the most acclaimed by both fans and critics. Still, it’s also their unmistakable knack for tackling realistically dark themes and converting them into epic crowd anthems and music videos that have earned the respect of audiences worldwide and even their peers.
Led by both enchanting and empowering vocalist Tatiana Shmayluk, the band – rounded out by guitarist Roman Ibramkhalilov, bassist Eugene Abdukhanov, and drummer Vladislav “Vladi” Ulasevich – has garnered millions of cross-platform streams and views worldwide, climbing the ladder to success since their official formation in 2009, with an intense touring ethic (supporting heavyweights in the game like ARCH ENEMY and CRADLE OF FILTH) and a no-guts-no-glory attitude when it came to refining and releasing what would be hailed as vintage Jinjer tunes, which were riddled with various styles outside the genre including funk, soul, R&B, jazz and even reggae – which was even hard to ignore by their peers.
The band’s 2017 single “Pisces” is their biggest to date, with its live video performance currently 88 million views. Recently, the band released “Someone’s Daughter,” and have just announced that their long-awaited fifth studio album Duél is set to be released next year, February 7th, 2025, fired-up with the release of the musically dizzying and wonderfully technical single “Kafka,” which can be heard now on all online music platforms and streaming sites.
Of course, the best news of all is that the band WILL be returning to Manila, which is a heavy metal delight to its legion of supporters and friends. It has been a crazy six years since the band was last here (as part of PULP Summer Slam XVIII: Of Good and Evil…) and fans rejoiced when it was announced that they would return to headline their very own show, JINJER ASIAN TOUR 2025 IN MANILA happening February 18th, 2025 at the Skydome, SM North EDSA.
Tickets will officially go on sale starting November 15th, 2024, 12PM through SM Tickets outlets nationwide and online via smtickets.com, so no heavy metal fan worth their weight will want to miss this opportunity to witness the heavy metal havoc in the flesh.
TICKET PRICES:
VVIP (Includes M&G and Priority Entry) — Php5,000
VIP — Php3,850
GENERAL ADMISSION — Php2,850
*ticketing charges apply.
For more details about the show, fans can visit pulp.ph and follow PULP Live World on their official social media pages.
See you in the pit! Raise them horns! JINJER IS COMING.
The band made the announcement on stage at the When We Were Young Festival in Las Vegas, revealing that the documentary is set to launch on Prime Video in 2025.
Multi-platinum-selling band, Simple Plan announced their upcoming documentary chronicling their successful career, as they tour the world in anticipation of their 25th anniversary. The untitled documentary, which is currently in production with Sphere Media, was announced by lead singer Pierre Bouvier live on stage in front of thousands of fans at the When We Were Young festival in Las Vegas this past weekend. The documentary will launch globally on Prime Video in 2025.
“This movie is the centrepiece of the band’s 25th anniversary celebrations and probably one of the most ambitious and special project we’ve ever been a part of. Reaching this milestone felt like the perfect moment to look back, reflect and give our fans an inside look into our lives, both on tour and at home,” said the members of Simple Plan. “We gave director Didier Charette unprecedented access to the band, and our archives, and trusted him to tell our story. He travelled with us on tour for an entire year and, in the process, really captured the essence of who we are as a band and as people. We’re so proud of this movie and can’t wait for our fans to watch it and get to know us like never before!”
“Simple Plan is one of the most iconic bands from the 2000s, who have proven staying power as they continue to connect with audiences of all ages,” said Shaun Alperin, Head of Content, Prime Video, Canada. “Their music and fun-loving personalities have inspired millions of fans, and we’re thrilled to bring their story to Prime Video.”
The film will chronicle the formation of Simple Plan in Montreal in the late 1990s, their rise to global stardom with hits like “Welcome to My Life,” “Perfect,” and “The Antidote,” and their continued impact as one of the most successful punk rock bands that continues to sell out shows worldwide. The documentary will feature never-before-seen archival footage, along with new interviews with the band members and celebrated icons of the punk rock community including Mark Hoppus (Blink 182), Avril Lavigne, Dexter Holland & Noodles (The Offspring) and Fat Mike (NoFX). The documentary is produced by Sphere Media with executive producers Bruno Dubé, Renaud Chassé and Marie-Hélène Tremblay, and producer Samuel.
October 25th, 2024 – Following the success of his previous EP, ‘Hey There Elijah’, multi-platinum artist and producer elijah woods is back with his latest project, ‘Elijah Would!‘, released today. The six-track EP reveals a more intimate side of his artistry, showcasing a deeper emotional vulnerability in a way that feels both personal and universal. Fans can stream the EP HERE.
‘Elijah Would!’ delves into tender, love-focused themes, offering a softer, more reflective vibe. While his previous EP, ‘Hey There Elijah‘ (released in late September), delivered a dynamic fusion of nostalgic pop with gritty indie-rock undertones, ‘Elijah Would!‘ strips things back for a raw, introspective journey that reveals a more nuanced and heartfelt side of his musical identity. He shares: “I wanted to highlight the gentler, more personal side of my music.” Together, these two EPs craft a compelling narrative of emotional growth and life’s evolving complexities.
Collaborating with acclaimed co-writers Jack LaFrantz (Benson Boone, “Beautiful Things”) and Andrew Goldstein (LANY, blackbear, MKTO), and bringing the project to life with co-producers TMS (Lewis Capaldi, Dua Lipa) and Jason Suwito (Benson Boone, Imagine Dragons), ‘Elijah Would!’ blends his heartfelt songwriting with top-tier production to create a sonically rich and emotionally resonant EP.
The EP’s focus track, “Skin & Bones”, is a heartfelt love song that beautifully captures the essence of elijah’s relationship with his wife, Hannah. Written just a week before their wedding, the track reflects the couple’s emotional journey as they prepared to embark on a new chapter together. “We wrote “Skin & Bones” in under an hour,” elijah shares. “It’s a deeply personal song that captures this special moment in our lives.” With its raw intimacy and genuine emotion, “Skin & Bones” is a celebration of love at its most transformative.
About elijah woods Renowned for his irresistibly catchy melodies, vivid storytelling, and signature crisp production, elijah woods has established himself as one of pop music’s most compelling solo acts, as well as a highly sought-after collaborator. Amassing over 1 billion streams across his discography, his meteoric rise as an independent artist has been nothing short of extraordinary. Recently named one of the top 500 artists in the world, and with multiple platinum and gold records to his name, 4x JUNO Award nominations, and a SOCAN 2022 Pop Award under his belt, elijah woods is an artist on the brink of global stardom.
elijah’s rising prominence in Asia culminated in a sold-out Asia tour in May 2024, where he headlined shows in major markets like Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Singapore. While in Asia, he also opened for Niall Horan in Jakarta and took the stage at the Seoul Jazz Festival alongside artists like Lauv, Jeremy Zucker, and JP Saxe. Reflecting his surging popularity in Asia, elijah woods’ top global streaming countries include #1 The Philippines, #4 Indonesia, #5 Malaysia, #7 Taiwan, #8 Thailand, and #10 Singapore.
13-time Grammy Award-winner Lady Gaga today released “DISEASE,” the first single from her forthcoming album (affectionately dubbed LG7), due Spring 2025. Stream/download “DISEASE” HERE. Watch the accompanying lyric video HERE.
Marking her highly anticipated return to pop, LG7 will follow the release of Harlequin, a concept album that serves as a companion piece to the film Joker: Folie à Deux. Harlequin—which debuted at #1 on the Billboard Jazz chart and in the top 20 on the Billboard 200—was praised by critics including ROLLING STONE, who described it as “[a] luxuriant album of jazzy swing, mostly standards, right in her sweet spot,” while THE NEW YORK TIMES remarked that “Gaga can, of course, nail a theatrical tune like this in her sleep, but she brings a fresh energy to ‘The Joker’ by giving it a kind of rock operatic arrangement, complete with electric guitar and a punkish growl in her voice,” with USA TODAY calling it “easily one of her finest moments on record,” noting that “it is impossible to hear Harlequin and have nothing but increased respect for the singer/actress.”
Lady Gaga continues to reign on the Billboard Global 200 with her smash hit “Die With a Smile,” which has topped the chart for eight consecutive weeks, making it the longest-running #1 on the Global 200 this year. The song has amassed 1.06 billion all time global streams across DSPs since its release. Currently the #3 most-listened-to artist in the world on Spotify (and one of only five artists in history to reach over 100 million monthly listeners), Lady Gaga’s other 2024 projects include her collaboration with The Rolling Stones on “Sweet Sounds of Heaven” and the concert film GAGA: CHROMATICA BALL, both of which earned critical acclaim upon release.
October 25th, 2024 – Manila, Philippines – Multi-talented singer-songwriter Chris James has just released the sixth single “Scary”, from his forthcoming album set for release early next year. The track was co-written and co-produced with Adam Argyle, a renowned songwriter and producer known for his work on James Arthur, Ella Eyre, and James Newman.
“Scary” is a reflection on the swift passage of time, exploring the emotions and realisations that come with this universal experience. In classic Chris James style, the song combines introspective lyrics with a captivating melody, creating a track that is both thought-provoking and musically engaging. When asked about the meaning behind the song,
“‘Scary’ is about how quickly time flies by,” Chris shares of the track. “Scary” releases as Chris James continues to build on the momentum from his successful 18-stop tour through Asia and Europe, where he sold over 10,000 tickets. Chris James has grown a massive fanbase across Asia, with majority of Asian cities dominating his Top 10 Streaming markets worldwide including Taipei, Singapore, Bangkok, and Kuala Lumpur.
Fans are encouraged to stay connected with Chris James on social media for updates on new music, tour dates, and more.
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