Netflix has just unveiled a trailer for its highly anticipated Filipino film “Lolo and the Kid,” featuring the talented Joel Torre and the rising star Euwenn Mikael Aleta from “Firefly.”
A video captures the duo swiftly leaving a residence, likely after committing a theft, as other footage reveals them in different attire during the night, carrying away numerous bundles of items. Beyond the usual routines, the characters seem to relish their moments of togetherness, whether it’s visiting an amusement park, spending time at the beach, or exploring thrift stores.
Joel’s character, as the grandfather, appears to be unable to fulfill this responsibility. Joel’s character immerses himself in a captivating tale, while a clip shows Kid encountering an unfortunate accident. This leads to a series of clips showcasing the duo enjoying each other’s company, highlighted by a heartwarming rendition of Kenny Rogers’ “Through the Years.”
The trailer revealed brief appearances from Markki Stroem, Meryll Soriano, Joem Bascon, Shaina Magdayao, and Alfred Vargas, along with a special participation from JK Labajo.
The two main characters share their feelings for each other on a bus ride, and the title card appears as they strike a pose with sunglasses in Manila, accompanied by the song “Through the Years” playing in the background. The film is helmed by Benedict Mique. “Lolo and the Kid” will be available to stream on Netflix worldwide starting August 7.
Netflix’s “Bridgerton” will delve into the romantic journey of Benedict Bridgerton, a perennial bachelor played by Luke Thompson. Having been less prominent in recent seasons, Benedict is poised to emerge as the next Bridgerton sibling to find their soulmate. The season continues with Benedict’s search for a mysterious woman he encounters at a masquerade ball. Little does he know, she is actually Sophie Beckett, a woman from a humble background.
Netflix has officially confirmed that Benedict’s love interest remains unchanged, and it is the same woman. Get ready for an exciting new season of “Bridgerton”! Season 4, as it will reveal the transition of Benedict’s to the lead role, which is a significant development considering his previous three seasons on “Bridgerton,” where he played a supporting character.
Following the exciting news of Bridgerton’s Season 4 renewal, fans have been eagerly anticipating the announcement. At this time, we have no further details to share on the start of production or returning, other castmates and premiere date are yet to be disclosed, as of press time. Welcome to the marriage mart, Benedict!
“What I’m going for is a relentless, huge pop punch to the face. I want people to be like ‘oh my god, I didn’t expect that’ โ but then want to listen to it again.โ
JADE, a.k.a. Jade Thirlwall of multi-platinum selling, BRIT Award-winning pop phenomenon Little Mix, releases her highly anticipated debut solo single, โAngel of My Dreams.โ
JADE co-wrote ‘Angel of My Dreams’ in LA alongside Steph Jones (Sabrina Carpenter’s Espresso), Pablo Bowman (Calvin Harris’ Miracle), and producer Mike Sabath (RAYE). The track is a frenetically shapeshifting, gloriously OTT banger that explores her love/hate relationship with a pop industry she’s been at the heart of since 2011.
โI didn’t want to do a safe first single, that was important to me,โ JADE states. โI’m setting the tone of who I am as an artist on my own. I want people to hear it and be like ‘what the fuck is that song?’. My worst nightmare is for someone to hear my song and go ‘that’s nice’.โ
The lyrical themes are brought to life via an eye-popping video that takes the song’s playful storytelling and blows it up into big neon letters. Directed by Aube Perrie (Harry Styles, Megan Thee Stallion), and filmed over four days (โthe budget was budgetingโ laughs JADE), it’s a visual feast, inspired by the Fifth Element, Showgirls and Black Swan, that stars various versions of Jade all scrapping for the spotlight.
โThereโs 11 looks in the video! The concept is sort of rags to riches It was emotional actually because for one bit Iโm busking and walking past a Sainsburyโs Local. When I was 16, I would stand outside my local Sainsburyโs and sing Christmas songs.โ
It’s been a long, carefully chosen path to get to ‘Angel of My Dreams’. When Little Mix announced their hiatus in 2022, JADE started to set her solo career in motion across multiple studio sessions with collaborators including MNEK, Cirkut, Lostboy, RAYE, Lauren Aquilina, and Dave Hamelin alongside Mike, Steph and Pablo. ‘Angel of My Dreams’ immediately jumped out as the lead single. Built around a cheeky, knowing sample of Sandie Shaw’s 1967 hit ‘Puppet on a String’, lyrically JADE wanted to reflect on her time in an industry that has brought her both unimaginable highs and deep lows.
โIt’s about how obsessed I am with the industry โ so there are lyrics like โlove when you call me a starโ โ but also there’s the dark side that comes with that. It’s not as glam as it seems.โ The sample, which JADE had wanted to use in a song for years, was chosen very specifically. โIn the beginning of our career you do think you are this puppet, but at the same time it isn’t true โ we wrote a lot of our songs, and we were behind a lot of what we put out there. I resented that as a statement. So it felt natural to take that and show that it can be true and untrue at the same time.โ
The track is Jade delivering Big Pop Girl Energy. It is, as she says, doing the most; it’s OTT, it’s ridiculous and it’s gloriously WTF.
โThis dawn of pop girls giving people everything is so exciting. It couldn’t be a better timing for my music. I’m so proud of it and I can say that with chest. The fans have waited long enough so now we just want to give it to them”.
Eugenio Franceschini as Marcello: Originally from Rome, Marcello is direct, confident, and values simplicity. He’s substantive but never flashy โ true to the roots of his family’s company.
Thalia Besson as Genevieve: Laurent’s 20-something daughter from a past relationship, who’s just moved from New York City to Paris to start her career. Her bright, eager demeanor immediately endears her to Emily, whoโs thrilled to have an American expat to mentor. But their similarities may end up complicating Emily’s life โ both professionally and personally.
Rupert Everett as Giorgio Barbieri: The owner of a global interior design firm based in Rome. Giorgio makes it his business to know everyone elseโs business, and to be the life of every party. Heโs been friends with Sylvie for decades.
Anna Galiena as Antonia MuratorI: Marcello’s mother, the matriarch of the Muratori family, and the head of the family business. Antonia presides over their small village by building up the community and taking care of the people who live and work there. Even in uncertain times, Antonia is committed to maintaining the companyโs soul.
Raoul Bova as Giancarlo: A charming, self-assured, successful Roman commercial director who used to be Sylvie’s film professor.
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ABOUT EMILY IN PARIS SEASON 4
Emily in Paris Season 4 will be split into two 5-episode parts, with Part 1 premiering on August 15, 2024, followed by Part 2 on September 12, 2024.
Synopsis: After the dramatic events of Camille and Gabrielโs misbegotten wedding, Emily is reeling: She has strong feelings for two men, but now Gabrielโs expecting a baby with his ex, and Alfieโs worst fears about her and Gabriel have been confirmed. At work, Sylvie is forced to confront a thorny dilemma from her past for the sake of her marriage, and the Agence Grateau team navigates personnel shakeups. Mindy and the band prepare for Eurovision, but when funds run dry, theyโre forced to get thrifty. Emily and Gabrielโs chemistry is undeniable as they work together towards a Michelin star, but two big secrets threaten to undo everything theyโve dreamed of.
Creator / Executive Producer / Writer: Darren Star
Executive Producers: Tony Hernandez, Lilly Burns, Andrew Fleming, Alison Brown, Robin Schiff
Co-Executive Producer: Stephen Brown, Grant Sloss, Joe Murphy
Producers: Ryan McCormick, Raphaรซl Benoliel, Lily Collins, Jake Fuller
Starring: Lily Collins (Emily Cooper), Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu (Sylvie Grateau), Ashley Park (Mindy Chen), Lucas Bravo (Gabriel), Camille Razat (Camille), Samuel Arnold (Julien), Bruno Gouery (Luc), William Abadie (Antoine Lambert), Lucien Laviscount (Alfie)
Produced by: MTV Entertainment Studios, Darren Star Productions, and Jax Media
The energy was electric as Watsons gathered the biggest names in the P-Pop scene for the press conference of the highly anticipated Watsons Playlist: The P-Pop Power Concert.
Superstars SB19, Alamat, HORI7ON, G22, and Kaia thrilled fans with exclusive updates and teasers for the concert set to take place on August 18 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
The 2024 thrust of Watsons Playlist is all about supporting and empowering the P-Pop scene โ bringing together P-Pop groups and fan communities for an epic celebration of music. โThis 2024, we want to give the spotlight to the amazing P-Pop talents that we have โ thriving in both the local scene and the global stage. It is our responsibility to support these talents as they banner Pinoy pride worldwide,โ said Jared De Guzman, Customer Director of Watsons Philippines and Head of Watsons Playlist. โThrough Watsons Playlist, we also get to reward our Watsons Club members with a free concert when they can look good, do good, and feel great with Watsons.โ
During the press conference SB19’s Josh shared his excitement: โMasaya po kami kasi noong nagsisimula pa lang ang P-Pop, hindi pa nagkakaroon ng mga ganito kalaking events. Ngayon, mayroon nang tulad ng Watsons Playlist na willing magbigay sa amin ng ganitong klaseng plataporma para ipamalas ang mga talents naming mga P-Pop artists.โ
SB19โs Justin added, โNgayon for P-Pop na talaga ang concert ng Watsons Playlist, nabibigyang pansin na ang mga P-Pop groups ngayon.โ Ken echoed this sentiment, โang ganitong platform ay sobrang laki ng tulong sa P-Pop community para mas makilala pa globally.โ
A feel-great night to remember
The Watsons Playlist artists enjoyed reconnecting with each other and their fans, including AโTin, Magiliws, Anchors, Bullets, and Zaias. It was an evening for the P-Pop community. SB19โs Stell said, โWeโre very excited na makasama kayo kasi yung mga ganitong klase bihira ito mangyari. Sa mga ganitong klaseng event lang tayo nabibigyan ng pagkakataong magkasama-samang lahat.โ Justin described it as a celebration and reunion.
HORI7ONโs Marcus expressed the groupโs honor at participating, โThis is actually our first time to attend something like this. Definitely an honor to do it alongside other P-Pop acts. Weโre very honored, and definitely, weโll do our best!โ
Surprise look-good stages from the hottest P-Pop groups at the Watsons Playlist
The artists promised unstoppable back-to-back performances for the Watsons Playlist concert to deliver a feel-great experience.
โWe treated all of the concerts and performances that weโve had before as a conditioning for the upcoming Watsons Playlist,โ said Alamatโs Jao. โTrust us, may niluluto kaming bago! Weโre preparing a lot of surprises for you.โ
Kaiaโs Angela added, โMay prinepare kaming new choreography, and new arrangements of our songs. Weโre also preparing for our upcoming EP kung saan ipapakita namin sa Watsons Playlist.โ
G22โs AJ and Alfea teased, โWe just finished our meeting the other day. We have production numbers na bonggabels. Since first time namin sa Watsons, weโre giving our very very best, the toppest of the best.โ
One of the concert’s highlights will be the collaborations among the artists โ this year, Watsons Playlist will feature not one, but two major collaborations.
SB19โs Josh said, โNakakatuwa po kasi may mga exciting collaborations po ahead, sa mga bagong areglo, mga bagong pinaghahandaan dito sa big stage ng Watsons Playlist,โ revealing the a grand collaboration between SB19, Alamat, and HORI7ON.
Justin stars in the music video, along with Nicole Omillio of One More Chance stage adaptation and RJ Cruz of The Juans.
Justin delivers another track with an unfiltered creative pulse. The promising P-Pop star releases โkaibigan,โ an anthemic track that finds the sweet spot most solo artists only dream of staying true to their roots while harnessing their fully realized potential.
The song channels the agony and frustration of expressing oneโs true feelings to a friendโa familiar premise that ends with an intriguing twist to its brand of storytelling.
โTo be honest, thereโs no actual or specific inspiration behind the song,โ Justin reveals. โI wrote this tune from the perspective of an observer and wanderer: a person who enjoys movies with a coming-of-age slant.โ
Radkidz collab
Layered with sonic complexities and refreshing builds, โkaibiganโ simply defies expectations by giving Justin more room to experiment. Credit goes to Filipino production duo Radkidz (SB19โs Pablo and his brother, Josue), who reconciled Justinโs pop sensibilities with their envelope-pushing ideas. Both Pablo and Josue worked with Justin on his previously released solo tracks, โsurrealโ and โsunday morning.โ
โSimilar to surreal, I let them hear my demo in its ukulele version,โ Justin shares the production process behind his new track. “At first, it was more of a solemn and calm song, but as we navigated deeper through the collaboration and explored the material and its story, we came up with something that ripped out the emotional layers in the latter part.”
The charismatic member of SB19 specifically praised Radkidz for guiding him toward honing his sonic instincts while sticking to the brief.
โThey added some interesting builds on the bridge and made me even scream towards the end. I personally donโt see myself doing that, but thereโs always a total payoff in accepting the challenge without giving in to your sense of inhibition. Iโm actually thrilled with the final output.โ
About the music video
SB19โs Justin himself conceptualized the visual narrative that accompanies the track’s release. While he is responsible for the flow, the talented multi-hyphenate doesnโt want to take all the credit for the MV, as he takes pride in the collaborative nature of filmmaking. He shares captainship with his team, particularly in coming up with the storyboard and the shot list.
โFor the direction of the MV, other than the rough storyboard, we make sure the producer knows the story behind it and what feeling we want to convey. I even sent movies and not just music video pegs for them to really understand what we wanted to achieve,โ the 1Z Entertainment act adds.
The music video for โkaibiganโ stars theater actress Nicole Omillio, who recently made headlines as Basha on the stage adaptation of the hit movie One More Chance, and RJ Cruz of alternative pop band The Juans.
The concept of the MV captures the complexities of human connection. As the team puts it, the newest single from justin is a reminder that some things are better left unsaid: โkaibigan is an embrace for the unrequited.โ
Justin admits, โTo be honest, the music video is very easy to digest. And that’s what I want: for people to relate to it and feel the story of the music and the music video.โ
Justinโs โkaibiganโ is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment. Watch the music video here.
PhilPop Himig Handog releases a 12-song compilation on streaming platforms worldwide! Maki, Moira, Johnoy Danao, Ice, VXON, Ferdinand Aragon, and more, join this yearโs esteemed roster of interpreters.
PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Competition has released a compilation featuring the top 12 songs that made it to the final round.
The diverse selection of fully produced tunes was handpicked by the two music institutions (PhilPop and Himig Handog), who have made history by teaming up to find the next wave of global superstars and industry titans.
According to Jonathan Manalo, the creative director of ABS-CBN Music, the final roster of tracks was determined through a rigorous adjudication process. The selection of songs involved direct consultation with the songwriters to determine the creative direction of their respective material and identify collaborators who aligned with their overall vision for the competition.
Manalo explains, โWe then shortlisted possible interpreters for each track, and a lot of things had to be considered or fall into place. The next steps include choosing an artist that fits the genre and production schedule. We couldnโt simply pick someone based on name value. They had to make sense in terms of style, the songwriterโs vision, and overall commitment to the song, among others.โ
Some of the artists who interpreted the songs include chart-topping R&B sensation Maki, award-winning singer-songwriters Moira and Johnoy Danao, folk-pop icon Ice Seguerra, recording pop artist Jolianne, Cebuano pride Ferdinand Aragon, P-Pop boyband VXON, and newcomers: KHIMO; Lyka Estrella, Annrain, and Geca Morales; Kurt Fick; Noah Alejandre; Shantel Cyline and Extrapolation; and FANA and Tiara Shaye.
Dinah Remolacio, PhilPop Executive Producer, also emphasized the importance of finding the right team of producers when developing the final version of the songs.
โRespect for language was also taken into consideration as we wanted artists who naturally spoke the languages that are not necessarily Tagalog and not someone who would pretend to sing in a language that he or she wasnโt familiar with. Overall, the production was a process that required a lot of components to fall into place, as well as a lot of patience and dedication. But weโre excited for people to finally hear these songs.โ
The shortlisted entries explore the different facets of OPM in a modern, globalized setting while retaining its unique storytelling style and individuality. Based on the final output alone, the pioneering batch of PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Competition stays true to its unwavering commitment to promoting OPM on a scale thatโs never been done before: break new territories and captivate the international audience with music that is distinctly global yet very Pinoy.
As Manalo puts it, โThe Top 12 have been very proactive and collaborative in their tracks. They really care about the final output of their songs, and thereโs a drive to achieve their vision for their respective tracks. There was definitely a conscious effort, not just to make these songs globally competitive but also to make them a beautiful reflection of this generationโs stories and context. I think what weโll hear for this batch is a representation of the current landscape of OPM thatโs very diverse, young, and vibrant.โ
Remolacio adds, โI think you can expect a fresh batch of pop songs that have the ability to break borders globally and represent the diverse but interconnected culture of our country. We hope that through these tracks, our local fandoms will be proud of our music, and we hope that these songs will strengthen the local music scene and the music breaking borders movement.โ
Check out the Top 12 entries in alphabetical order:
ATM Composer: Francis Contemplacion Interpreter: Ice Seguerra
Buhi Composer: Keith John Quito Interpreter: Ferdinand Aragon
Dili Na Lang Composer: Relden Campanilla Interpreter: Jolianne
Ghostwriter Composer: Kevin Yadao Interpreter: KHIMO
PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Festival is an initiative of PhilPop Music Foundation and Himig Handog and ABS CBN Music. This yearโs game-changing event remains unwavering in its obligation to come up with innovative approaches in music-making and songwriting that are at par with international standards. The event is co-presented by Maynilad Water Services, Inc., Smart Communications, Inc., and in partnership with TuneCore.
Stream the top 12 on Spotify and all digital streaming platforms worldwide.
Linggo Ng Musikang Pilipino (LMP) marks its highly anticipated celebration this year with a series of music events to foster deeper awareness and appreciation for Pinoy music.
The week-long festivity, which takes place in various music venues and stages across Metro Manila from July 5 to 31, continues its commitment to promoting established and new homegrown music acts whose work has inspired the Filipino people or contributed to the advancement of the local economy and the arts.
โWhat makes LMP 2024 different from the previous celebrations is that it has a more โback-to-basicsโ vibe and โkeeping-it-simpleโ feel,โ Organisasyon ng Pilipinong Mang-aawit (OPM) Board member and Vice President for Special Projects Christian Bautista explains. โThe focus and emphasis are on listening to and appreciating different artists sharing their music and stories in intimate settings. Our LMP this year is not focused on the spectacle but rather more on highlighting the artist and the song.โ
This yearโs LMP chronicles a decade of celebrating Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino by Proclamation No. 933, signed by late President Benigno Aquino III on December 19, 2014.
Returning on its tenth year to reintroduce its mandate to highlight Filipino singers and to showcase the richness and diversity of Filipino music, Linggo Ng Musikang Pilipino aims to be more proactive in supporting Pinoy artists and ensuring that they are given a platform to present their work and their story to a global modern audience.
Johnoy Danao performing on LMP
The commemoration of LMP is slated to take place in several areas with multiple dates and will feature more than 30 artists from OPMโs roster and network of artists.
OPM Spotlight: LMP Night, which has championed some of the biggest and brightest local artists in recent years, will host performances and shows for the rest of the month at Kubo Bar in Kalayaan, Quezon City. Some of the headliners include Johnoy Danao, Sugarcane, jikamarie, Color It Red,, Mint Magic and many more from the OPM slate.
Other remote celebrations include OPM Spotlight: Rockwell LMP Series on July 24, 25, 26, and 28 at the Power Plant Mall in Makati City, and LMP24: PhilPop Night on July 31, 2024 at Kubo Bar. The latter puts a spotlight on select winners and participants from the prestigious annual songwriting competition, including Noah Alejandre, PhilPop 2020 Grand Champion; Davey Langit, PhilPop 2015 Top 3 Finalist and PhilPop 2013 Finalist; Kulas Basilonia, PhilPop 2020 Finalist; Hazel Faith, PhilPop North Luzon Boot Camp 2019 Fellow; and dwta, PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp Fellow. Ayala Land and Make It Makati will also be having a series of acoustic shows in partnership with OPM along with other activities related to the Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino celebration from July 21 to 28.
โExpect beautiful music and heartfelt performances from the artists,โ Organisasyon ng Pilipinong Mang-aawit (OPM) President Ogie Alcasid shares. โWe hope that through this humble series of shows that weโre doing, the Filipino audience will continue to love and support Filipino artists and Filipino music even after LMP.โ
OPM Officer in Charge Gab Cabangon emphasizes that the goal of this yearโs LMP has never changed. โItโs always been about the celebration and promotion of Filipino artists and Filipino music. That has always been our advocacy, to which we are fully committed as an organization. I guess what we could add to that is that this LMP celebration is also OPMโs way to reintroduce itself to the general public and grow its community.โ
The Linggo Ng Musikang Pilipino was established under Proclamation No. 933, signed in 2014, with the initiative to celebrate Filipino music during the last week of July every year.
Hereโs the schedule this year:
The Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino a.k.a. LMP24 is presented to you by the Organisasyon ng mga Pilipinong Mang-aawit in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, Rockwell Land, PhilPop Musicfest Foundation, Inc., Ayala Land, Make It Makati, Ayala Malls, and Ayala Museum.
Special thanks as well to partner venues Kubo Bar Kalayaan and Beach House Bar & Grill Marikina
The Queens are finally here! Kenny Wax, Wendy & Andy Barnes and George Stiles, in association with GMG Productions, today confirmed the full company for the upcoming SIX the Musical International Tour.
The company of queens include Billie Kerr as Catherine of Aragon, Yna Tresvalles as Anne Boleyn, Liberty Stottor as Jane Seymour, Hannah Victoria as Anna of Cleves, Lizzie Emery as Katherine Howard, and Eloise Lord as Catherine Parr. They are joined by alternates Izzy Formby-Jackson, Lorren Santo-Quinn, Erin Summerhayes, and Milly Willows.
GMG Productionsโ CEO Carlos Candal shared his enthusiasm for the cast, โWe know fans have been eagerly waiting for this moment, and we couldnโt be happier to welcome the new SIX queens to Manila. Filipinos will be thrilled to see them take the stage with unmatched energy, talent, and passion to tell this extraordinary story.โ The hit production has been met with widespread critical acclaim since its first staging in 2017. The UKโs Daily Telegraph declared it โThe best the West End has to offerโ, and USโ New York Times described it as โpure entertainment.โ
SIX tells the extraordinary story of the six wives of King Henry VIII, who step out of the shadow of their infamous husband and reclaim their own narratives. Written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the modern-pop inspired musical brings these historical figures to life, portraying them as fierce and influential pop stars in their own right. Audiences are taken on a journey through the lives of Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anna of Cleves, Katherine Howard, and Catherine Parr, each telling their own story and reclaiming their own narrative.
Created and written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, with direction by Lucy Moss and Jamie Armitage. Choreography is by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille, with set design by Emma Bailey, costume design by Gabriella Slade, and lighting design by Tim Deiling. Sound design is by Paul Gatehouse, with musical orchestration by Tom Curran, and musical supervision by Joe Beighton.
SIX the Musical will run in Manila for a strictly limited season from October 4 to 20 at The Theatre at Solaire, with tickets on sale exclusively through TicketWorld. The Manila Season is produced by GMG Productions. For updates and exclusive announcements, visit www.gmg-productions.com or follow us @gmg.productions
Thai actresses Freen Sarocha and Becky Armstrong continue to dominate the GL scene as their recent movie, Uranus 2324, premiered in the Philippines last July 7.
The event drew a huge crowd with fans even bringing banners with special messages for the girls. In a video shared by the organizers, the fans rave about Uranus 2324 and how it showed a different side of Freen and Becky.
Non-fans are similarly impressed with Lakwatsera Lovers, an online platform for movie enthusiasts, giving a nod to โFreen and Beckyโs impeccable chemistryโ that made the film more enjoyable.
Thanks to the successful premiere, fans can enjoy Uranus 2324 for a longer time with a nationwide screening starting this July 17 in select cinemas.
IVE, the six-member girl group from Starship Entertainment, returned to the Philippines this year for the Manila leg of their ‘SHOW WHAT I HAVE’ concert, presented by Live Nation Philippines, on Saturday, July 13 at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Since their debut in 2021, IVE has captured global attention, with two members gaining initial fame from a popular survival show. Their appeal has only grown, making them beloved worldwide.
Photos by Jasper Lucena, provided by Starship Entertainment
IVE opened their much-anticipated concert with “I Am,” followed by “Royal” and “Blue Blood.” Each member then introduced themselves: Liz, Leeseo, Yujin, Wonyoung, Gaeul, and Rei. Gaeulโs energetic floor checks hyped up the audience, setting the tone for the night.
Following the introductions, they performed “Blue Heart,” “Cherish,” and their debut hit “Eleven.” Another VCR transitioned to the next part of the show, where the girls, now in sparkly pink outfits, performed “Shine With Me,” a song dedicated to their journey with their DIVES.
Rei, Gaeul, and Wonyoung stayed on stage while the others took a break. Wonyoung shared that “Blue Heart” was written for those with broken hearts, and the trio chatted about Filipino food. Wonyoung mentioned fried bananas, Gaeul talked about fruits, and Rei enjoyed turon. They playfully named themselves the “Banana Girls.”
Yujin, Leeseo, and Liz returned, allowing the โBanana Girlsโ to step out too. The new trio continued the food discussion, with Liz praising our halo-halo, Leeseo talking about ube ice cream, and Yujin mentioning chicken adobo. They also discussed their outfits, with Liz dubbing herself the “Manila Princess.”
They then performed “Lips,” “Mine,” and “Off the Record.” Leeseo and Yujin engaged with the crowd, doing the Small Girl challenge. Leeseo shared her favorite outfit of the night and commented on the passionate energy of the Manila DIVEs, felt from the very first moment they emerged on stage that night.
The solo and collaboration stages began with Gaeul performing “7 Rings,” Rei singing “Every Summertime,” and the duo performing “Wannabe” by the Spice Girls. Liz and Wonyoung delivered “Reality,” and Yujin and Leeseo performed “Woman Like Me.”
As the concert neared its end, a VCR played before the group returned for a series of hits. They changed into black outfits for “Hypnosis” and “Accendio.” Leeseo noted PH DIVEsโ love for “Accendio,” and Gaeul and Wonyoung mentioned how well they fit the songโs concept with their pigtail hairdos. Rei and Gaeul shared a playful moment from their earlier performance where they lovingly kissed each otherโs cheeks.
The night continued with their title tracks “Love Dive,” “Kitsch,” “Baddie,” “After Like,” and โHEYAโ, which drew loud cheers. During the fan interaction part where each fan gets the chance to be featured on the LED screen, one little lucky DIVE was captured dancing energetically to “After Like” on the LED screen. The encore began with “OTT,” and they took a group picture with a banner prepared by their PH DIVEs.
Photos by Jasper Lucena, provided by Starship Entertainment
In their final ment, Rei expressed excitement about returning to Manila, Gaeul connected with fans who attended their last concert, and Wonyoung promised a swift return. Yujin noted the loud cheers, Leeseo expressed happiness at meeting the fans again, and Liz shared her high expectations for the night, which were met twice as much.
The encore song “All Night” was repeated multiple times, driven by the boundless energy of PH DIVES, perfectly ending the night with this energetic song.
IVE THE 1ST WORLD TOUR <SHOW WHAT I HAVE> IN MANILA was presented by Live Nation Philippines. Special thanks to Live Nation Philippines.
Effortlessly charming and endlessly funny, K-Pop star Onew had Jjingus crying and laughing at his GUESS! fanmeet on July 4. The New Frontier Theater sparkled in the famously bright and beautiful pearl aqua colors of the SHINee fandom for the group leaderโs first solo world tour since debuting in 2008.
Onew kicked off the evening with “Circle,” the title track from his album of the same name. Performances were few and far between, with Zairo on guitars as the sole accompaniment. He also performed “Sign” and concluded the night with an unreleased track titled “All Day.”
True to its name, the GUESS fanmeet was full of surprises. Segments ranged from sharing TMI of his recent photos and his favorite tunes (Harry Styles’ “As It Was” and SHINeeโs “Love Like Oxygen,” both of which he sang snippets of), to drawing the Banaue Rice Terraces and Chocolate Hills, discussing style choices, playing party games, taking on a dance challenge, and sharing personal fun facts.
Onewโs natural humor and playful banter kept the audience entertained throughout the night. At one point, he humorously referred to the green Chocolate Hills as matcha chocolate. When asked to share a message for his Filipino fans, he wittily responded, โI always say be happy, but youโre already happy, so letโs consider this sectionโฆ nothing.โ His contagious enthusiasm was evident from the moment he walked onstage, as he giddily jumped and matched the host’s energy. He even fell to his knees in laughter when asked to say, โPogi Akoโ (I am handsome).
A notable highlight of the evening was the hi-bye session, typically reserved for those with the priciest tickets, which was extended to all attendees regardless of ticket tier. Everyone had a quick second to see Onewโs beautiful eye smile up close.
Onew, along with SHINee, has been in the industry for 15 years, a major feat accompanied by adversities. He recently returned from a year-long health hiatus in April 2024, simultaneously announcing his separation from his long-time label. This fanmeet marked his return to Manila since his last visit in 2017 with SHINee for the One K Global Peace Concert. For Jjingus, his return, no matter how long it takes, is always worth the wait. As their banners proudly declare, โWeโre Not Going Anywhere.โ
SB19, who recently made headlines by surpassing 100 million views on their official lyric video for โMAPA,โ is back to โTHE FIRST TAKEโ with a new performance of another hit song.
Following their viral hit “GENTO,” which they performed during their debut on the YouTube channel โTHE FIRST TAKEโ on July 1st, their second performance video for “MAPA” premiered on July 15th (Monday) at 9:00 pm, Manila time.
For their second performance on THE FIRST TAKE, SB19 will showcase the emotional song “MAPA,” a stark contrast to the explosive “GENTO.” In this performance, attention should be given to their performance and heart-warming lyrics dedicated to their parents and parent figures.
โWeโre excited to share a different version of MAPA to the local and international audience through THE FIRST TAKE,โ shares SB19 in a press statement. โWeโre honored to showcase Filipino music on a music platform with a reputable track record of elevating the global presence of the artists performing. Mad props to THE FIRST TAKE for giving us a chance to impart a piece of our cultural and music sensibilities in ways that could be challenging but exciting.โ
โTHE FIRST TAKEโ is a Japanese YouTube channel that invites top singers and artists from all over the world to perform a song recorded in one take. Videos on โThe First Takeโ are filmed in a studio, with shots of the performing artist and a microphone, set to a background usually white.
SB19 on the other hand, is the first Southeast Asian group and the first Filipino to be invited to the influential music media outlet. They recently trended on X after announcing their return to โTHE FIRST TAKE.โ
SB19, who held their first concert in Japan at Tokorozawa Sakura Town on April 29th (Monday) and achieved great success, continues to grow their fandom both domestically and internationally. Following their debut performance of “GENTO” on “THE FIRST TAKE” as the first Filipino artists to be featured, the video has surpassed 2 million views. In response, the members released a thank-you video to their global fans, saying, “We were able to come this far thanks to the support of all the A’TIN.” This generated even more attention ahead of their return.
Check out their gratitude post about their recent performance of โTHE FIRST TAKE.โ
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— ใฝใใผใใฅใผใธใใฏๆดๆฅฝ 🌞 (@INTSonyMusicJP) July 8, 2024
About โTHE FIRST TAKEโ
โTHE FIRST TAKEโ is a YouTube channel that captures the performance of musicians and singers performing in a single take.
The channel started on 15 November 2019 and has now hit 9.69 million subscribers (as of 7 June 2024). Total views have exceeded 1.4 billion, and content has been viewed from over 220 countries and regions around the world. Growing as a comprehensive music platform, new initiatives have been launched and become viral content. THE FIRST TAKE INTERNATIONAL features international music stars such as Harry Styles, Avril Lavigne, V from BTS, Jason Chan, and Jolin Tsai, having them give their 1TAKE performance exclusively on the channel.
Follow โTHE FIRST TAKEโ on socials: Website: https://www.thefirsttake.jp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_firsttake Twitter: https://twitter.com/The_FirstTake X: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_first_take THE FIRST TIMES: https://www.thefirsttimes.jp
ABOUT SB19
SB19 is a multi-awarded five-member boy group from the Philippines. The group is composed of Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin and debuted in October 2018 with their single โTilaluha.โ They gained popularity with their second single โGo Upโ. Since their debut, SB19 has amassed fans (AโTIN) across the globe and was recognized by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts as the Philippine Youth Ambassador. The โSBโ in SB19 stands for โSound Break,โ which represents their aspirations of disrupting the music scene and bringing Filipino music and culture into the international spotlight. SB19 broke into the global spotlight as the first Southeast Asian and Filipino act to be nominated in the Billboard Music Awards as Top Social Artist in 2021. They are also the first Filipino act to land on the international Billboard Social 50 and Next Big Sound Charts. Their latest release, “GENTO”, debuted at #8 on the Billboard World Digital Sales Charts.
SB19 is self-managed by 1Z Entertainment, a company built and managed by the members of SB19.
Puregoldโs Thanksgiving Concert proved to be the music event of the year, setting a tough act to follow. In a grand celebration of Original Pinoy Music (OPM), the remarkable Panalo stories behind wonderful talents, and Puregoldโs many years of making victories happen, the retail giant recently hosted the spectacular Nasa Atin Ang Panalo concert at the Araneta Coliseum.
Held on July 12, 2024, this musical extravaganza, which fans eagerly waited for in the past few months, showcased some of the finest and most loved artists of todayโs OPM scene, working together to create beautiful music.
The star-studded event featured spectacular performancesโand, to the fansโ delight and surprise, collaborationsโfrom headliners SB19, BINI, Flow G, and SunKissed Lola. OPM enthusiasts and loyal Puregold customers were also treated to appearances by renowned artists Gloc-9 and Skusta Clee, adding even more excitement to the highly anticipated night.
The concert also featured a refreshing lineup of front acts, including Letters from June, Esay, and Kahel, who warmed up the stage and captivated the audience with their unique sounds and artistry.
The surprise collaborations between the artists served as the highlight of Puregold Nasa Atin Ang Panalo Thanksgiving Concert, with each headliner segment featuring a collaboration with another artist.
On the concertโs success, Puregold Price Club Inc. President Vincent Co expressed his pride and gratitude: “The Nasa Atin Ang Panalo Thanksgiving concert marks another significant milestone for Puregold. Celebrating 25 years of success and 500 stores, we have also forged a path for others to create their own Panalo stories. This event is our way of showing appreciation to our loyal shoppers and the community that helped us get here.”
More than just a showcase of musical powerhouses, Nasa Atin Ang Panalo was a Thanksgiving event celebrating Puregold’s milestone of reaching 500 stores in its 25th year. It was a night dedicated to the companyโs beloved customers, hardworking employees, and supportive partners.
In the weeks leading up to the Nasa Atin Ang Panalo concert, Puregold teased and released original music created in collaboration with the concert headliners. This treat provided AโTin, Blooms, Flow G followers, Dolores, and hip-hop and rap fans with exciting new music videos from their favorite artists.
Stay tuned in! Subscribe now to Puregold Channel on YouTube, like @puregold.shopping on Facebook, follow @puregold_ph on Instagram and Twitter, and @puregoldph on TikTok for more updates.
July 12th, 2024 โย ย Canadian pop singer and songwriterย JESSIAย announces her new EP,ย ‘Okay With Every Part,’ย out July 19th, and releases her new single, โDifferent People.โย
Itโs been a milestone year for JESSIA who bravely transitioned to releasing music independently after parting ways with her label. Taking her future into her own hands, she presents her first independent project, ‘Okay With Every Part’. The 6-track EP includes hit songs like โThe Woman You Areโ, โCare About Meโ, and โHeโs a 10โ, as well as three brand new tracks.
JESSIA opens up about her first independent project: โLosing a label and a relationship within the span of 3 months shook me. I felt shame, rejection, anger, frustration, but also freedom, adventure, passion, and resilience. As much as I didnโt want to, I had to learn to accept and move through these new obstacles. Each song on this project represents a pivotal moment in my journey to finding peace and confidence again. This EP represents me accepting the good and bad parts of life so that I can look back and say, Iโm okay with every part.โ
Out today, โDifferent Peopleโ, one of the new tracks from the EP, is an emotionally resonant breakup anthem. โItโs about the no-contact stage of a breakup and all the intrusive thoughts that go along with it,โ JESSIA explains of the relatable concept behind the song. โThis song is for everyone resisting the urge to pick up the phone and text their ex. Instead of calling him, put this song on at full volume and go for a midnight drive.โ
About JESSIA
With over 375 million collective global streams, JUNO Award-winning pop songstress JESSIA has taken the music industry by storm, capturing the hearts of fans across the world with her raw talent, dazzling pop melodies, and heart-wrenching lyricism. She made her explosive introduction in 2021 with the viral single, โIโm not Prettyโ in collaboration with elijah woods. Racking up hundreds of millions streams and views, the single caught the attention of Grammy-nominated artist Bebe Rexha, who later joined JESSIA on the track remix. She kept the buzz going with the release of her debut EP, โHow Are You?โ, which was met with widespread support from iHeart, SiriusXM, and Billboard.
In 2023, JESSIA bravely transitioned to releasing music independently. Last year also saw JESSIA take her music on the road with an Asia tour supporting OneRepublic and a sold-out Canadian tour with Dean Lewis. With her undeniable talent and steadfast determination, she has garnered a global fanbase including India, Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
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