WIN Concert Tickets + Meet & Greet Passes during THE WANTED's BATTLEGROUND Album Launch on September 8!

Battleground is THE WANTED’s second studio album which will formally be launched by MCA Music this Saturday, September 8, at Astroplus in SM North EDSA The Block. This exciting event invites all fans of The Wanted in a TW Fanmilya Gathering to celebrate not only Battleground’s release but also the highly anticipated first Manila concert of the British-Irish boy band on September 14 at NBC Tent. Games, premium items from The Face Shop, The Wanted merchandise, major raffle prizes (including concert tickets and meet & greet passes!) and up to 20% discount on tickets to see The Wanted Live! in Manila await all attendees and buyers.

Battleground debuted at number four in Ireland, becoming their first top ten album in the country. In the United Kingdom, the album debuted at number five. It sold 47,530 copies in its first week. The album features eleven tracks including the electro rave thriller “Gold Forever”, the monster Europop summertime No.1, “Glad You Came”, the exhilarating electro-pop “Invincible”, the tormented strings of “Warzone” and the hottest summer single “Chasing the Sun” among others.

SABRINA’S ALBUM TURNS DOUBLE PLATINUM IN INDONESIA

Universal Music Indonesia, an affiliate of MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines) recently announced that Sabrina’s album “I Love Acoustic 4” has turned DOUBLE PLATINUM after being declared Gold November last year and Platinum in February of 2012.

After the success of her “I Love Acoustic” series which turned Multi-Platinum and Gold in countries like Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines, Asia’s Acoustic Sweetheart SABRINA releases a brand new album “Acoustic Love Notes”.

In this album inspired by the show “Love Notes”, she collaborates with its host- popular DJ/ television personality Joe D’Mango. The song line-up includes the carrier single “Somewhere Down The Road” originally by Barry Manilow, Brian McKnight’s “One Last Cry”, “Cry” by Mandy Moore, Christian Bautista’s “The Way You Look At Me”, “Can You Help Me” by Usher, Mikaila’s “The Art of Letting Go”, “I Don’t Want You To Go” by Lani Hall, Brandy’s “Have You Ever”, “Someone Like You” by Adele, Tamia’s “Officially Missing You”, “If Love Is Blind” by Tiffany, Jann Arden’s “Insensitive” and “Without Me” by Clair Marlo.

For the first time in any Sabrina album, it features 4 original songs, 2 of which she composed herself—“One True Love” and “Over For Now But Not Forever”. Her first Filipino track “Sa Bawat Paghinga” was written by award-winning composer Toto Sorioso and the other original track “Again” is a duet with up and coming singer Anj Sulit.

Be it songs of heartbreak, love lost, letting go or falling in love again, it is here in “Acoustic Love Notes” where you will hear a different Sabrina.

Catch Sabrina as she launches “Acoustic Love Notes” at Megaworld Lifestyle Malls this July 13, 7pm at Eastwood Mall Open Park, July 14, 7pm at Venice Piazza at McKinley Hill and July 15, 4pm at Lucky Chinatown Mall. The event is presented by Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, Businessworld, Herword.com and MCA Music in cooperation with WOW Videoke, MyPhone, Red Box: Rock Dine and Roll with media partners: MYX, Manila Concert Scene, Chalk Magazine, Tambayan 101.9, Orange Magazine TV, Social Magzine and Juan Manila Express.

Down to Mars launches first recording album

The seven-member Pinoy Pop or “P-Pop” group Down to Mars launched their first recording album yesterday, May 22, at Dolce Bar on Timog Avenue, Quezon City.

The album entitled Down to Mars contains five songs including a Tagalog ballad “Nandito Lang Ako” and the carrier single “My Everything,” which also comes with a remix version.

Members of the group Kiro, Yheen, Daisuke, Sky, Jeongwon, Jang and Kenji showed their amazing performance to their fans and some members of the press and VIPs who were present during the launch, including former GMA SVP for Entertainment TV Wilma Galvante who was the guest of honor.

The boys dedicated their only Tagalog song in the album to Galvante, who they said was instrumental in the formation of the group.

Down to Mars was formed in 2011 through the initiative of dance choreographer, and now the group’s co-manager, Geleen Eugenio. The group is co-managed by GMA’s Talent Development and Management Department or the GMA Artist Center.

“Nasa Party Pilipinas kami nun, tapos may segment doon na kailangan namin ng foreign-looking boys na makakasama ni Kyla sa isang production number. Tapos ‘yung aming music researcher nagdala, ang dinala sina Jang at Daisuke. Sabi ko ‘OK to ah, may dating.’ Tapos English sila nang English. Tinanong ko sila, ‘Are you enjoying the show?’ Sagot naman siya ng ‘Yes, yes…’ So ako naman English din nang English. Tapos nung tinanong ko yung music researcher kung magkakaibigan ba ‘tong mga ito, sumagot naman sila ‘Opo, magkakaibigan po kami.’ Marunong palang mag-Tagalog,” recalled Geleen.

Jang and Daisuke told Eugenio that they have peers who are also good performers. Two days later, the group showed their talent to Eugenio, who in turn introduced them to then GMA Entertainment TV Group Head Wilma Galvante.

The then nameless group performed in front of Ms. Galvante and all the program managers. The entertainment heads were impressed and not long thereafter, the group signed up for a co-management contract with GMA Artist Center.

Since then, Down to Mars has been a mainstay in the Sunday afternoon musical variety show Party Pilipinas. They were officially launched on television on May 22, 2011, exactly a year before the launch of their first album.

The members of the group are unanimous in saying that the release of their first album was a dream-come-true. And now that their first dream has become a reality, they’re working on the other items in their wish list like having a TV show of their own.

GMA Entertainment Vice President Marivin Arayata, who was also a special guest during the launch, granted their wish and promised to guest the group in her comedy shows.

The year 2012 has so far been a lucky year for Down to Mars. Incidentally, the song “2012” was what they sang when they were launched in Party Pilipinas a year ago. Also this year, the Department of Tourism chose Down to Mars to represent the country in the celebration of South Korea’s national day on July 22, where they will perform three songs including “Bonamana (Beauty),” a hit single of the popular South Korean Pop (K-Pop) group Super Junior.

The group said that they will be working doubly hard to practice for that big night.

The album Down to Mars is distributed by Polyeast Records.

Myrus, 1:43 and Princess lead Singapore concert

Filipino talents Myrus, 1:43 and Princess Velasco were chosen to lead one of the biggest Filipino independence day celebrations in Singapore this June.

The sentimental prince of Philippine music Myrus, foremost Filipino boy band 1:43, and acoustic artist Princess Velasco will be performing their latest hits, as well as covers of popular Original Pilipino Music (OPM), in a rare musical festival titled “Philippines: One World Concert 2012” on June 10 at The Coliseum of the posh Hard Rock Hotel in Resorts World, Singapore.

“Our three banner talents namely Myrus, 1:43 and Princess Velasco represent the next wave of global Filipino artists. Their songs showcase how comparable OPM is to the music of the world,” says Singaporean director Jaden Zanders of Jaz-E Entertainment, the concert organizer.

The concert aims to attract the three artists’ growing fan base in Singapore—including the OFW (Overseas Filipino Workers) population—and in the rest of Southeast Asia.

“We expect a lot of Singaporeans to watch the show. We heard that there are even Malaysian and Indonesian fans that are flying here and buying tickets just to see them,” adds Zanders.

Gold Record singer-composer Myrus recently released his second all-original album titled “Wanted” under Viva Records featuring his radio and YouTube hit “Pusong Lito.” He is an Awit Awards nominee for Best New Male Recording Artist in 2010, an ASAP 24K Awardee in 2009, and the head of an OPM advocacy program called “Tunog Natin.”

Myrus’ latest single “Pusong Lito” has gained a great deal of following online; it also became No. 1 in many radio stations in Greater Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, Lucena, Cagayan de Oro, and Cotabato. The song’s rising popularity was aided by its initial release in over 450 Mang Inasal stores, as part of the Mang Inasal Mang Aawit Music Advocacy Campaign.

The OPM pop heartthrobs of 1:43, composed of Anjo Resurreccion, Gold Aquino, Kim Nicolas, and Yuki Sakamoto, have delivered the biggest love song of the season with their radio and YouTube monster hit song “Sa Isang Sulyap Mo.” The song is also a part of the Mang Inasal Mang Aawit Music Advocacy Campaign and was composed by Myrus.

“Sa Isang Sulyap Mo,” one of the soundtracks of the top-rating Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Teen Edition 4 in ABS-CBN, has been topping the charts of most radio stations nationwide as well as in the Pinoy Myx Countdown. Its official music video and its reposts as well as lyrics videos have garnered over five million Youtube views so far. Likewise, it is one of the best-selling OPM songs online today according to mymusicstore.com.ph.

Meanwhile, Vicor Music’s Princess Velasco is one of the most brilliant acoustic artists today. With gold record albums under her name, she is a regular member of the group “Sessionistas” in the Sunday variety show ASAP in ABS-CBN.

Filipino fans are encouraged to support these three emerging, acclaimed Filipino artists as they showcase OPM to Asia and the world, in a concert that celebrates the Filipinos’ fervor for freedom and Filipino musical artistry.

JAY PARK launches his debut album, “New Breed”

The super hot and sexy Korean Pop superstar JAY PARK took center stage at the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls for the 2012 Philippine Promo Tour of his sizzlin’ debut album, “New Breed”, which features the singles Know Your Name and Girlfriend. This exciting showcase was presented by MCA Music and Megaworld Lifestyle Malls in cooperation with Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, last May 4-6.

The first leg of the tour kicked off with a rocking performance and jam-packed crowd at Eastwood Mall Open Park by Jay Park and his very talented dancers, Prepix. Day 2 proved to be an equally impressive event as Jay Park wooed swarms of fans with his hard-hitting raps and fluid dance moves at the posh venue of Venice Piazza in McKinley Hill, Taguig. He continued to amaze his Filipino admirers with his addictive blend of hip-hop, pop and Euro dance taking the listeners on a hypnotic journey during the last day of his Philippine tour at Lucky Chinatown Mall in Binondo. Fans of Jay Park also took part in a mini showdown called “Know My Dance” where winners were given the opportunity to strike a pose with their idol. Meanwhile, MCA Music’s OPM artists -- Asia’s Acoustic Sweetheart Sabrina and YouTube sensations Krissy & Ericka also took the spotlight as they opened for him during the shows.

The Korean-American hottie also charmed his way into the Filipino press and media in a press conference held at Eastwood Richmonde Hotel following a meet and greet affair at Red Box Karaoke. He also took part in a brief yet fun ‘round table’ interview with various print and online media representatives. Moreover, Jay Park’s TV guestings in local variety shows were also quite a spectacle. Apart from showcasing his pure talent, he also confidently shared random snippets about himself in one of the highest rating late night TV programs in the country.

Jay Park Live! in Manila is presented by MCA Music and Megaworld Lifestyle Malls in cooperation with Eastwood Richmonde Hotel (The Official Residence of Jay Park in Manila), Red Box (Rock Dine Roll), media partners: MYX (The Official Music Channel Partner), MYX Magazine, MYXPH.com, 97.1 Barangay LS FM Tugstugan Na!, Sparkling Magazine, Gadgets Magazine, OrangeMagazineTV.com, Yahoo! Philippines, Juan Manila Express, BusinessWorld, HerWord.com, Manila Concert Scene, Jay Effect Philippines and BND Hair Gallery Salon.

Jay Park’s NEW BREED Album is out now in CDs exclusively under MCA Music available at Astroplus and Odyssey Music & Video or online via www.mymusicstore.com.ph

Daniel Padilla' carrier single "Hinahanap-Hanap Kita"

Kapamilya star Daniel Padilla releases his first album titled “Hinahanap-Hanap Kita.”

Daniel Padilla

Daniel is one of the stars in ABS-CBN’s Sunday teen-oriented series "Growing Up". He is currently seen on top-rating primetime 'royal teleserye,' "Princess and I.”

According to him, one of his ultimate singing idol is international artist Michael Bubble.

The album was released by Star Records featuring six tracks include “Ako’y Iyo Ika’y Akin Lamang, “Pagsubok,” “Paniwalaan Mo,” “Prinsesa,” “Grow Old With You,”” and his carrier single “Hinahanap-hanap Kita.”

Daniel’s debut album will be available in selected record bars nationwide starting on May 28 (Monday). The carrier single is “Hinahanap-Hanap Kita” is now download on www.starrecords.com.ph,www.musicstore.ph, and on iTunes in www.amazon.com.

Alternative rock band "Lifehouse" Live in Manila 2012

I know for a fact that most of us know the band "Lifehouse" especially for those who love alternative rock song. They are known for the song “Hanging by a Moment”, “First Time” and of my favorite “You and Me". They will be having on Saturday, May 26, 2012 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Lifehouse Concert in Manila 2012

Lifehouse Live in Manila 2012

Concert Date: May 26, 2012

Concert Venue: Smart Araneta Coliseum

Ticket Prices:

Patron VIP 5,500, Patron 4,500, Lower Box VIP 4,000, Lower Box 3,500, Upper A 2,500, Upper B 1,500 and General Admissions 800 (subject to 6% service charge).

Fall in love once again with American rock band, Lifehouse, as they take Manila by storm in an evening of extraordinary musical pleasure this May 26th at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Lifehouse’s leap to mainstream success started with the release of their international hit single “Hanging by a Moment” which became the Most Played Song in 2001. Written by Jason Wade, the song catapulted the band into commercial recognition. This was followed by other chart-topping hits such as “You and Me” and “Blind” from their self-titled album “Lifehouse” as well as “Whatever It Takes” from the album “Who We Are” all under MCA Music. Their latest album, “Smoke & Mirrors”, debuted at #6 on the Billboard 200 marking the highest chart debut of their 10-year career. It sold 500,000 units in the United States and over two million worldwide, owning the charts for twenty consecutive weeks.

Most of the band’s songs were featured on TV series and motion pictures in the United States. “Everything” was used in the series Smallville, “All in All” in Scrubs while “Good Enough” was played over the end credits of the Disney film “The Wild”. The band’s ability to evoke emotions and effectively translate it into a song was what gained them their massive fan base over the years. Tracks like “Sick Cycle Carousel”, “Everything”, “Breathing”, “First Time”, “You and Me” and more, were played over and over again by loyal listeners worldwide. These songs captured the hearts of millions and left them wanting more.

Lifehouse is composed of Jason Wade on lead vocals/rhythm guitar, Ben Carey on lead guitar, Rick Woolstenhulme Jr. on drums and Bryce Soderberg on bass guitar.

Their albums are now out in CDs at leading record stores and online via www.MyMusicStore.com.ph under MCA Music.

For those who missed the American rock band who gave us the hits “Hanging by a Moment”, “You and Me’, and “First Time” perform last July 2008, now is your chance to see them again. LIFEHOUSE is set to perform on Saturday, May 26, 2012 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Tickets are available at all Ticketnet outlets or call 911-5555 for more information. Ticket prices are at: Patron VIP 5,500, Patron 4,500, Lower Box VIP 4,000, Lower Box 3,500, Upper A 2,500, Upper B 1,500 and General Admissions 800 (subject to 6% service charge).

Today is the LADY GAGA Day in Manila

Make some noise! Today is the LADY GAGA day. The "Born This Way Diva" is having a concert later at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

Lady Gaga Concert in Manila 2012

Watch out for the explosive sing and dance performances of this super talented singer. Look out as well for her exotic dress and costumes during her concert.

I'm pretty sure that this concert is a big BLAST. 

As far I'm concern, the Lady Gaga concert is the first concert that will be held in SM Arena. There are some saying that this bigger than the ARaneta Coliseum..hmmm.. let me compare that as I watch the concert on the 22nd of May.

This will be a two-night concert.. First is later (May 21, 2012) and then tomorrow (May 22,2012).

I'm wondering who are the celebrities that will be spotted by my camera. So better watch out for  the photos and videos of that.. 

Lady Gaga Live in Manila 2012

Concert date: May 21 and 22, 2012

Concert Venue: SM Mall of Asia Arena

Pedicab returns with a new EP entitled “Kaya Mo Mag-Sando?”

After making their major label debut album “Shinji Ilabas Mo Na Ang Helicopter” which produced the hit singles “Ang Pusa Mo”, “FX” and “Simulan Mo Na”, alternative band Pedicab returns with a new EP entitled “Kaya Mo Mag-Sando?”

Singer-composer Myrus releases album titled “Wanted”

MYRUS, the sentimental prince of OPM, has finally released his most anticipated second album, titled “Wanted”, under Viva Records this May.

Presented by McJIM Leather, “Wanted” marks the next wave of Myrus’ career as a musical auteur—a brilliant composer, music producer, vocal arranger, and singer rolled into one.

The album is composed of five all-original tracks penned by Myrus himself including his monster radio and Youtube hit single “Pusong Lito” and pop ballads “Sige Na Nga,” “Mahal Kita,” “Ano’ng Kailangan Kong Gawin” and “Sana’y Malaman Mo.”

Gotye and Lana Del Rey: Breakthrough Artists

One reason why it has become harder to penetrate the music scene these days is the stiff competition, especially with YouTube giving any talent the window to the world. But wait, there’s still truth to the saying that “many are called, but few are chosen.”

No doubt the likes of Gotye and Lana Del Rey belong to the few, with their chart-topping songs and staggering number of YouTube views providing credence to the claim. Both carrying likable stage names and having released significant indie recordings prior to mainstream success, they’re simply commendable to be labeled as “Breakthrough Artists of 2012.”

The Belgian-Australian Gotye, with his song “Somebody That I Used To Know” selling nearly five million downloads, is the first Australian act to top the Billboard 100 Chart this 21^st century and the first Belgian to accomplish the feat since 1963. The track, which he recorded with the artist Kimbra, already accumulated 200 million views and counting, with several covers appearing everywhere.  

Recently, Gotye’s international hit, also reaching the top of the Billboard Digital Songs Chart and Billboard On-Demand Streaming Chart, was featured on Fox's hit show “Glee,” interpreted by Darren Criss and Matthew Bomer. It was likewise covered on "American Idol," featuring the voices of Elise Testone and Phillip Phillips.

Last February, he made his American television debut on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” with him performing the piece "Eyes Wide Open", his first single off his latest album “Making Mirrors” and a nominee at the 2011 APRA Music Awards for Song of the Year category.

The album title inspired by an old artwork created by his father, he expressed, "The mirror reflects on the artwork and it is all very related to self-reflection and introspection on the album."

As for American singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey, her time has arrived as well. Her now released debut album “Born To Die” ushers the beautiful irony that she is here to survive the competition, armed with talent, original compositions, and charisma.  

The album, with nearly a million units shipped in just its first week in the market, already topped the iTunes chart in 18 countries, even becoming the fastest-selling digital album ever in France. For two weeks it also spent at the top of the Official UK Album Chart, thus resulting to two worldwide hits including the title track.

Secondhand Serenade Concert Live in Manila on May 1

Watch out American band Secondhand Serenade Concert Live in Manila on May 1, 2012 at SM North Edsa Sky dome.

Secondhand Serenade Concert at SM Skydome

Concert Date: May 1, 2012

Concert Venue: SM North Edsa Sky Dome

Ticket Price VIP- Php 2,120/Gold- Php1,060/Silver- Php 530

John Vesely also known as Secondhand Serenade became popular of the hits song “Fall For You” from the album “A Twist in My Story”. The single was certified platinum and has reached No. 21 at the Billboard Hot 100 in 2008.

His first album Awake was an acoustic collection followed by “A Twist in My Story” album that features “Your Call”, “Like a Knife” and “Last Time”. In 2010, he released a third album called “Hear Me Now” which features the single “Something More”

For ticket inquiries on Secondhand Serenade concert, call Ticketnet hotline at 911-5555 or visit their website www.ticketnet.com.ph.

Xian Lim' s debut album " It's You"

Kapamilya actor turns to singer Xian Lim is now a certified recording artist.

Star Records released Xian’s debut Album titled “So It’s You! The album features five (5) tracks including its carrier single Puso Kong Hibang. The My Binondo Girl theme song Akoy Sayo Lamang, Xian’s revival on OPM’s hit songs It’s You, Oh Babe are also included on the album 

According to Xian, he is so happy to have his album and he knows for a fact the every singer wants to have their own album. This is dream come true. 

For more information and the cd price and if you want to download It’s You album, visit www.starrecords.com.ph,www.musicstore.ph, and on iTunes in www.amazon.com.

I know this album will surely enjoy by lovers out there! So grab a copy!