Jeremy G depicts stages of love in debut EP “maybe forever”

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The “maybe forever” EP includes five original songs, four of which were written, composed, and co-produced by Jeremy himself.

Kapamilya singer Jeremy G turns to creating music to share his thoughts on romantic relationships in his debut extended play (EP) “maybe forever” out now on various digital music platforms worldwide.

“It’s actually about the stages of love—once you listen to the songs together, you’ll realize we all go through the same emotions. All these songs are about hope and wondering whether what you did or happened was right,” Jeremy explained.

He added, “We often think all romantic relationships reliably progress from the initial meet to infatuation, to a series of small trials, and finally to happily-ever-after. Love is a journey without a final destination.”

The “maybe forever” EP includes five original songs, four of which were written, composed, and co-produced by Jeremy himself including the pre-released single “someday” along with “who knows,” “forever maybe,” and key track “sunflower.” Trisha Denise’s composition “by your side” is also part of the album that’s produced overall by Star Pop head Rox Santos.

Jeremy described “who knows” as a song for those who are hesitant to take a leap of faith while “by your side” is about vocalizing how much your loved ones mean to you.

Meanwhile, “someday” expresses hopefulness for a relationship to work out despite distance, “sunflower” is a song about coping after a heartbreak, and “forever maybe” tackles the future one still dreams of with an ex-lover.

Aside from his debut EP and being a regular performer on “ASAP Natin ‘To,” The former “The Voice Teens” finalist will also be able show his acting chops in the upcoming ABS-CBN and iQiyi production “Lyric and Beat,” where he’ll star alongside other young Kapamilya talents like Andrea Brillantes, Seth Fedelin, Darren Espanto, AC Bonifacio, Angela Ken, Sheena Belarmino, and many more.

Go through the many phases of love with Jeremy by streaming his debut EP “maybe forever,” out now on various digital music platforms worldwide, and watch out for the release of “sunflower” music video on February 14 (Monday), 12 mn on ABS-CBN Star Music’s YouTube channel. For more details, follow Star Pop on Facebook (www.facebook.com/starpopph) and on Twitter and Instagram (@starpopph).

Star Magic Record’s AC Bonifacio ticks off another goal with the launch of her 1st single ‘Fool No Mo’

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Something new is popping for the New Gen Dance Princess!

After wowing netizens and personalities alike with her versatility and gaining following in various platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube through her powerful dance covers, she has always been about leveling up. This same achiever personality, coupled with her undeniable talent, has allowed her to gain the attention of internationally renowned acts such as Selena Gomez, Cardi B, B.I, Black Pink, and BTS. Earlier this year, she delivered an amazing performance as Star Vixen on the hit TV series Riverdale.

Donning a new hat this time, on top of being a dancer, actress, host, and vlogger, AC is all set to conquer the stage as a singer and composer. Marking her foray into the music scene is the release of AC’s first-ever single “Fool No Mo” under Star Magic Records.

The song, which is composed by Jonathan Manalo and Trisha Denise, talks about the kind of love that leaves someone with nothing--the kind of love that fizzles out as quick as it blazes. Aside from adding her musicality on the song, the young singer also made sure to push the envelope further by composing the song’s its rap portion and by doing the back-up vocals herself.

“I am so excited to be part of Star Magic Records and to finally release music. It’s something that I definitely wanted to do for a while now. Pero ayoko po kasi yun biglaan and yung hindi ako,” AC explained.

Floored and grateful, AC, however, stressed that creating the song has been a team effort, especially for her part, since she admits to needing guidance as she’s no expert in rapping and writing songs.

“It sounded so different when it was given to me in July. But what I love about working with Star Magic Records and Sir Jonathan Manalo is that they are very collaborative. We really took the time to make the song to be how we wanted it to be,” she described.

AC is the first artist to be launched under the newly-established Star Magic Records, a sub-label of Star Music. With the aim of diving deeper, discovering more potential, developing talent even further and shedding new light once again to make star magic artists shine even brighter. This time, you can HEAR the magic.

The grateful teen star couldn’t mask her gratitude as she embarked on a new journey as an artist. This time, AC is all set to show the public that she’s capable of reaching new heights and pushing her limitations.

Fulfillment of one of her personal goals, “Fool No Mo” isn’t just a song for AC. It’s also a shining reminder that when you dream big and work hard, bigger things will eventually find their way to you.

Star Magic Records´debut into the music scene together with AC is only the beginning of the journey towards a fresher take on musicality and artistry as more promising performers and exceptional singers would be announced soon.

“Fool No Mo” is under Star Magic Records and will be available for streaming on all digital platforms worldwide on Nov 5.

Jamie Rivera sings the inspirational “We Give Our Yes,” the official mission song of ‘The 500 Years of Christianity in the Ph'

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“We Give Our Yes” music video out now! 

JAMIE RIVERA SINGS PH’S ‘500 YEARS OF CHRISTIANITY’ MISSION SONG

Jamie Rivera launched the inspirational “We Give Our Yes,” the official mission song of ‘The 500 Years of Christianity in the Philippines’ yearlong celebration that commenced this month.

She shared how she felt honored to sing the song during Star Music’s “We Give Our Yes” virtual media conference. 

“I think this is really my mission, a mission for me to be able to give people a prayer and, at the same time, they could sing with it as well,” Jamie said.

The Inspirational Diva introduced “We Give Our Yes” in a remarkable performance on “ASAP Natin ‘To” last Sunday, rendering it beautifully together with The Company and other Kapamilya singers Erik Santos, Jeremy Glinoga, Jed Madela, Jason Dy, and Nyoy Volante.

Jamie first performed the song live at the Manila Cathedral during the Archdiocese of Manila’s launch of the 500 Years of Christianity festivities on February 6. 

Meanwhile, Star Music released the “We Give Our Yes” music video, directed by Frank Mamaril, last week. Together with the lyric video, the song currently has more than 150K combined views on Star Music’s YouTube channel.

The MV, shot in Manila Cathedral, featured important Catholic Church events in the past.

It also showed Jamie wearing an immaculate Mak Tumang creation, which was inspired by the logo of the celebration.  

The motivating tune “We Give Our Yes,” originally commissioned by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the arrival of Christianity in the country, conveys the power of faith and hope during difficult times and reminds Filipinos to keep saying yes to the mission of Jesus.

Fr. Carlo Magno

Written by the multi-awarded composer Fr. Carlo Magno Marcelo, Jamie’s version of “We Give Our Yes” was produced by the award-winning hitmaker and ABS-CBN Music creative director Jonathan Manalo.

Jonathan Manalo

“We Give Our Yes” is now available on music streaming services worldwide. For more details, like Star Music on Facebook (www.facebook.com/starmusicph) and follow it on Twitter and Instagram (@StarMusicPH).

Meet the young and vibrant artist, YouTuber/ Vlogger Christi Fider with "Teka, Teka, Teka"

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Meet the newest recording artist, who is also a bubbly YouTuber and a vlogger Christi Fider with her single, “Teka, Teka, Teka" composed by award-winning songwriter Joven Tan, just released by Star Music.

“To be a successful singer,” is a dream that not everyone gets to realize. 

Not with Christi Fider, (known as ChristieV on YouTube)  At first glance, you may think she is just the average millennial whose main preoccupation is the latest fashion, trendy gadgets and having all her YOLO moments enumerated and shared via her vlog. There is more to the pretty young Ms. Fider that meets the proverbial eye.

Christi, the AB History graduate from University of Sto. Thomas was exposed to different sounds and music growing up in a family whose love for anything and everything that has to do with music is deeply rooted. The early musical exposure, thanks to all the tapes and vinyl records played at home, watching concerts and listening to the radio, made Christi realize that performing is what she loves and she thanks God for the gifted of a good singing voice.

Fider shares: 

“When I take my shower, usually I sing pop songs. I also like Broadway tunes as well. It depends on my mood, really. Sometimes I have the mood to like indie musicians, the type that ordinary people would not care to listen too, or something they are not familiar with. My music range is very wide. For now, I have a bit of struggle on what genre to specialize since it is dependent on my mood. If the song resonates with me, or I like the artists singing it, I’d probably sing it too.”

She loves the voice of Christina Aguilera which she thinks is Aguilera’s strength. She also loves Britney Spears, the way she moves and carries herself. As a kid, she was partial to Sarah Geronimo. Now, she listens to Marion Aunor and Moira dela Torre.

What made her say yes to sing TEKA, TEKA, TEKA? 

“I really love the songs written by direk Joven Tan. I know that am quite biased if he’s the composer of a song. It has a good meaning, and has good lyrics as well. What I noticed about today’s songs, the music is different. It is not lyrics-focused. Sometimes they give more emphasis to the sound. With the song Teka, Teka, I felt that many people can relate to it. Since it’s my debut single, I want something that pleasant to listen too because many people today are lonely. If they listen to Teka, Teka, it will give hope and bring joy to other people.”

Her feelings now that people are using the song as their TikTok anthem of choice: 

“Happy. No, ecstatic, I must say. Even if the song has yet to be released but some people already used it for TikTok. Zeus Collins was the first one who made a TikTok for it. Of course, I was surprised when he used it because he is known for dancing. I didn’t imagine that Teka Teka is can be used to dance too. I was surprised when Zeus even choreographed a dance for Teka Teka and the people followed it. He sets the standard and people followed it.”

She carries on: 

“I was likewise surprised with the people’s response to the song. They found the song danceable, uplifting and gives a happy vibe and energy. The bubbly pop version suits my personality. In Spotify, my song has an electronic kind of mix to it. But many listeners were able to relate to the pop version,”

As a new artist, she hopes her fellow millennials see her as: 

“I want them to see me as someone vibrant and bubbly. I want to bring back the danceable tunes. I want to give the beat and groove back to the people. That is something that everyone needs right. Times are hard and I hope that thru my song, I can help relieve the stress of others. Let us bring back the good times.”

Teka, Teka, Teka, is written by Joven Tan, interpreted by Christi Fider and released by Star Music. It is now available in Spotify, Apple Music, itunes, Youtube and Deezer.

Ianna stirs positivity and share her blessings through “Pinapa” Dance Challenge

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Young singer Ianna Dela Torre has found a way to share her blessings by challenging the creativity of her followers through a dance challenge of her bubbly track “Pinapa.”

Ianna opted to launch the said project instead of holding a grand debut celebration which would have taken place last March, when the strict lockdown measures due to COVID-19 were first imposed.

“My manager Tito Joel and my family decided to divert some of the funds to help our Kababayans in the time of pandemic. I wanted to share positivity and spread love through the song,” she shared.

“Pinapa” was the talented vocalist’s carrier single from her debut album released this year. It was composed by two-time Himig Handog finals placer David Dimaguila, and is a fun take on a millennial love-hate relationship story, including the occasional disapproval of one’s family members to the other.

“The meaning of ‘Pinapa’ in the song are ‘pinapatawad,’ ‘pinapakilig,’ ‘pinapasaya.’ What stuck to me the most is ‘pinapatawad,’ because even if others do us wrong, we must always forgive and spread good vibes,” Ianna said.

Meanwhile, winners for the #PINAPADanceChallenge were finally revealed, with Mastermind taking the 1st place with 284K combined YouTube and Facebook views, shares, and comments, followed by 2nd placer Sugar and Spice with 121K combined YT and FB views, shares, and comments, and 3rd placer Kwader Knows with 89K combined YT and FB views, shares, and comments. Ten participants also received consolation prizes, while PHILXPOSE was awarded as the “Most Creative Concept Dance Challenger.”

Watch the dance video of Ianna’s “Pinapa” and listen to her eponymous debut album, out now on various digital music streaming platforms. For more details, like Star Music on Facebook (www.facebook.com/starmusicph), and follow it on Twitter and Instagram (@StarMusicPH).

Millenial Pop Princess Janah Zaplan releases first Christmas Single under Star Music

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Janah Zaplan finds a new home. After signing an exclusive digital distribution deal with the country’s leading record label, Star Music, Janah is set to conquer new heights with the release of her very first Christmas single, “Sana Lagi Ay Pasko”, produced by the award-winning SonicState Audio Services helmed by songwriter/producer Brian Lotho. This is a big leap for Janah as she is now joining the star-studded line-up of artists distributed by Star, ABS-CBN’s music label arm. 

“Sana Lagi Ay Pasko” is a mid-tempo pop track penned by Brian Lotho, a young songwriter who has worked with big-named artists such as Christian Bautista, Maja Salvador, Jennylyn Mercado, among others. The song reflects the sentiments of our overseas workers who endure the loneliness of being away from their families, but look forward to the Christmas season to spend it with them.

Being an official Kapamilya excites the young singer. She hopes to be given the chance to work and collaborate not just with Star Music artists but with the network’s superstars as well like her idol, Sarah Geronimo. 

With “Sana Lagi Ay Pasko” Janah hopes to finally be recognized as one of OPM’s next big thing, a title she rightfully deserves.