Filipino-American singer-songwriter David Young delivers a classic romantic sound with his self-titled debut extended play (EP) under Star Music. “Love is the biggest emotion that I know of in music. I write songs that may sound old, but I try to be inspired as well through new ideas for songwriting,” he shared in Star Music’s Artist’s Notes vlog. The mini …
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BINI EXPLORES DIFFERENT FORMS OF LOVE IN NEW ALBUM “FLAMES”
BINI embraces themes of love, youth, and self-discovery in the new album “Flames,” released just in time for the nation’s girl group’s highly anticipated “BINIfied” concert at the Philippine Arena this Nov. 29 (Saturday). The new album was inspired by a Filipino love acronym “FLAMES” that symbolizes different relationships. BINI reintroduced this acronym with the group’s own unique meaning through …
Read More »Gising na, Unang Hirit na!
For 26 years, Unang Hirit (UH) has been the nation’s morning companion, bringing early news, fresh energy, and true public service to millions of Filipinos. As it celebrates its 26th anniversary, the shout rings louder than ever: GISING NA, UNANG HIRIT NA! UH has never been just about waking people up. It’s also about waking Filipinos to hard truths that matter, from corruption …
Read More »Vice Ganda et al most awaited at 2nd Trillon Peso March at EDSA
by Boy Villasanta Yesterday’s massive anti-corruption rally 2nd Trillion Peso March and other independent movements at EDSA People Power Monument and Rizal Park spearheaded by 1Sambayanan and multi-sectoral groups was initially estimated to have at least 300,000 participants. But according to authorities, more than one million rallyists joined the mass action to address and demand transparency and accountability from the perpetrators …
Read More »The emergence of pop nationalist, protest songs
There had never been more emerging popular protest songs in the history of Philippine music than the anti-corruption hymns coming out profusely during and after the expose on the flood control anomalous projects within the last four months. Because of the inspiration and urgency of the situations, composers, musical scorers, lyricists, record producers etc. and their cohorts have the creative …
Read More »Is Heart Evangelista distancing from hubby?
Noticeably, after the breakout big news of corruption associated with flood control substandard or ghost projects where a number of politicians and contractors, private and not a few executives from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Heart Evangelista’s social media posts were confined mostly to her exclusive activities especially in fashion and private affairs. Only a single compiled …
Read More »Madz guests at MSO centennial concert January 2026
The Manila Symphony Orchestra’s 100th Anniversary Concert is all set on January 22, 2026 at the Samsung Performance Arts Theater. The guest artists are as follows: Darrel Ang and Mark Anthony Carpio (conductors), Muyu Liu (pianist), and the Philippine Madrigal Singers, or simply Madz (choral group). The repertoire are as follows: “Leonor Overture No. 3, Op. 72” and “Piano Concerto …
Read More »Twin bill pays homage to movie, TV and stage actor, National Artist for Theater Tony Mabesa
After the success of “Nanay Bangis” and “Mga Anak ng Unos,” Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas (Dulaang UP) returned to the stage by paying tribute to its founder and National Artist for Theater Antonio ‘Tony’ Mabesa. The tribute, titled “Para kay Tony: Tungo sa Ginintuang Alaala,” was a twin bill that showcased two productions which ended yesterday that capture the spirit …
Read More »Sue Ramirez owns her power as 2026 Ginebra Calendar Girl
By Isabella Cuartero Fifteen years into her showbiz career, Sue Ramirez has reached a milestone she never expected to experience. When the news of her being named as Ginebra San Miguel Calendar Girl came, she cried—“tears of pure joy.” “I honestly didn’t expect to come back or get this chance again. It was something I had prayed for,” Ramirez said …
Read More »Catch stage plays in honor of National Artist for Theater Tony Mabesa
After the success of “Nanay Bangis” and “Mga Anak ng Unos,” Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas (Dulaang UP) returns to the stage by paying tribute to its founder and National Artist for Theater Antonio ‘Tony’ Mabesa. The tribute, titled “Para kay Tony: Tungo sa Ginintuang Alaala,” is a twin bill showcasing two productions that capture the spirit of Dulaang UP’s nearly five-decade history. The first …
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