Over October breaks the mold with first Tagalog song “Sandali Lang”

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SIngle art by Miel Lego

Listen to Over October’s new EP ‘Sandali Lang’: https://open.spotify.com/track/10lpJuXqIl5dm7L42ucdYD?si=18504078c2d64406

Acclaimed Filipino band Over October are breaking the mold with the release of their first Tagalog EP “Sandali Lang” under Island Records Philippines and MCA Music Inc. Finding a new sense of accomplishment in trying new things, the acclaimed quartet writes a heartfelt tune in the local language for the very first time, while sticking to a broadly appealing sound that gravitates toward an irresistible blend of alternative rock, ‘80s pop, blues, and indie rock.

“We didn’t have a specific vision for how we wanted the song to sound,” Lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Josh Buizon points out. “We just drew inspiration from different kinds of local music - different genres and eras.”

Over October holed up in La Union for five days to arrange the material, along with the rest of the new tracks before finishing the songwriting session over at Discord. With a rough batch of songs in tow, the band sought guidance from seasoned sound engineer Peavey Nicolas and award-winning producer and The Itchyworms’ very own Jazz Nicolas to help fine-tune and polish some specific details, such as implementing a key change on the second and last chorus and suggesting a new way to arrange the guitar parts.

“I think we were a lot more comfortable this time since this is already our third track with them and the recording process for this song (and actually the whole EP) is unique in a sense that we lived together in the studio for two weeks,” lead guitarist Josh Lua shares. “On our first day there, we played the original arrangement of the song. After hearing it, they gave their inputs and two days later, the song sounded so different and so much better.”

“Sandali Lang” is an emotionally captivating song that tackles the feeling of falling in and out of love. While Over October’s previous batch of songs talked openly about being rejected and embracing optimism, their latest song mines the pain of breaking up with someone, but eventually emerging a better person after weathering the storm. In the words of the band, “the act of letting go is also an act of love in itself.”

Buizon adds, “the song speaks about two people, one who thought that everything was okay and going well, and the other, who was slowly falling out of love throughout their relationship. Sandali Lang focuses on how the person that was left behind can’t understand why and has so many questions in their head trying to figure out what went wrong.”

The unexpected rollout of Over October’s comeback EP is accompanied with a new music video starring Gawad Urian 2020 Best Actor and Gameboys star Elijah Canlas and young actress Miles Ocampo. Directed by Carl Chavez, the music video is set to premiere on August 26, Thursday.

About Over October

Photo by Renzo Navarro

Over October is an alternative pop/rock band from Manila, Philippines. The band consists of Josh Buizon (lead vocals and rhythm guitar),Josh Lua (lead guitar),Janessa Geronimo(drums),and Joric Canlas(bass). They are known for their EP Free (2016) and their singles ‘Never Stop' (2017), and 'Wait' (2018). In 2019, they released three more singles 'Mr. Sun,' 'Alive,' and 'Without Your Love,' and their debut album Press Play. In 2020, the band signed with Island Records Philippines.

Over October is a group of friends bursting in the seams with personalities that translate coming-of-age experiences and life lessons through an easy-listening sound with cleverly crafted lyrics. Through their songs, Over October invites their audience to go through life with them: a never-ending road trip that is best enjoyed with your friends.

Over October’s “Sandali Lang” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Island Records Philippines and MCA Music Inc.

Darren Espanto conquers Singapore

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Darren Espanto, Filipino-Canadian singer and the so-called Total Performer, is not only making waves in the Philippines but has been conquering the international scene as well. 

The most recent, in Singapore.

This kid with amazing pipes recently had a promo tour from June 16 to 19 in Singapore, as his sophomore album "Be With Me" was released in the Lion City under Universal Music Singapore. 

Darren's day started with radio tours at Singapore's top English stations 987FM and Power 98 as well as a Press Conference at Ngee Ann Polytechnic where he was joined by US singer Greyson Chance and Malaysian girl group De Fam. 

The next day was spent with interviews with Singapore media then an explosive performance at Universal Music Singapore’s private event where he performed alongside Universal Music artists Greyson Chance (United States), De Fam (Malaysia), Micapella (Singapore) and Gentle Bones (Singapore). He opened the show for Greyson Chance for “A Rooftop Affair” event at MyVillage@Serangoon on the 18th and on the 19th, he formally launched his album “Be With Me” via an album signing session at Junction 8 Mall. Darrenatics in Singapore lined up to have their albums signed till stocks were sold out, as the retailer had to accommodate preorders for the album for fans who wanted to see Darren in the flesh.

“I am so thankful to be given a chance to be in Singapore again this time promoting my album. Never have I imagined that my album will be released on CDs in Singapore and it feels good to be there and meet my Singapore fans,” Darren said.

After Singapore, what’s next? Find out soon.

Aside from promoting the album, Darren also recently held a major concert entitled “D Total Experience” last June 25, 8pm at the Kia Theatre.

"Be With Me" CDs are out under MCA Music, now available at Astroplus and Astrovision outlets. The album can also be downloaded and streamed via Spinnr, iTunes, Apple Music, and Spotify. For inquiries, contact MCA Music artist management at 9162504 local 107 or 0920 9682991 or email mcabookings@umusi.com. 

For more updates on Darren, like or follow MCA Music via facebook, Instagram (mca_music), Twitter (mca_music), Snapchat (mca_music) or Vine (mca_music).

MCA Music Artists nominated for multiple awards at the MYX Awards 2016

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Last February 9, the annual MYX nominations night for the music awards was held at 12 Monkey Music Hall & Pub in Makati. Artists, musicians, and celebrities gathered around to show support and celebrate this glorious event for artists alike. Meanwhile MCA Music was already on a good spot with a roster that dominated the nominations night for being nominated in different categories.

Darren Espanto was the most nominated for being included in 5 categories. He’s nominated for the following categories; Favorite Music Video (Directed by Ian Galsim), Favorite Song for “Stuck”, Favorite Artist, Favorite Male Artist, and Favorite MYX Celebrity VJ. Next to Darren is The Voice Kids season 1 finalist, Juan Karlos Labajo who was nominated for Favorite Male Artist, Favorite Mellow Video for “Para Sa ‘Yo” (Directed by Frank Lloyd Mamaril), and Favorite MYX Celebrity VJ. Jason Dy the haranista heartthrob was nominated for Favorite New Artist. The veteran rockers Pupil is nominated for Favorite Rock Video for “Why” (Directed by Mike Talampas & Nick Santiago). Lastly on the local roster of MCA Music, rapper Ron Henley is nominated for Favorite Urban Video for “Langit” (Directed by Jasper Salimbangon).

MCA Music International artists are all nominated in the same category for Favorite International Video; Taylor Swift for Bad Blood, the kings of the new broken scene, 5 Seconds Of Summer is also nominated for the song “She’s Kinda Hot”, and lastly Ariana Grande’s “One Last Time”.

To vote, visit myxph.com/myxmusicawards! You can vote ONCE per IP address, per category, per day. Voting ends on March 31, 11:59PM.

It’s evident that MCA Music is having a busy and fruitful start of the year with the number of nominations!

For inquiries and bookings on MCA Music artists, contact Soki Munar at +639209682991 or +632 9162504 or email mcabookings@umusic.com. For more information on MCA Music artists- log on to the following sites: 

Facebook- MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines), 

Instagram- mca_music, 

Twitter- @mca_music.

MCA Music Artists – Mitoy Yonting, Sabrina, and Darren Espanto bag awards

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MCA Music Artists – Mitoy Yonting, Sabrina, and Darren Espanto emerged victorious this November, for bagging home multiple awards in recognition of their excellence in the music industry from different award ceremonies and categories!

Mitoy Yonting

Mitoy Yonting, known for his excellent vocal chops and belting, won the Gawad Rajah Sulayman Award(Remarkable achievement as Filipino & as performing Artists) at Gawad Amerika Awards Night at the Celebrity Center, Hollywood, CA, last Nov 17, 2015. Gawad Amerika Foundation is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to helping and cultivation the talents of young Filipino-Americans. Awards are given to Filipinos who are excelling in their chosen careers to honor their achievements and to inspire the younger generation to excel in their respective chosen careers.

Sabrina

Meanwhile, Sabrina, Asia’s Acoustic Sweetheart also took home The Philippine Movie Press Club’s (PMPC) annual music award for the 7th PMPC Star Awards for Female Acoustic Artist of the Year last November 10, 2015, at KIA Theater, Cubao.

Darren Espanto

And last but definitely not the least, the biggest winner in this group is also the youngest, singer and performer Darren Espanto was able to bag home several award in two different events! The young singer won not one but two awards in the 7th PMPC Star Awards. He won Best Album Cover Concept and Design, and Best Pop Album of the Year for his debut album “Darren”. In the first ever PUSH AWARDS held in Resorts World Manila last November 10, 2015; Darren won awards for Pushgram Most Loved Newcomer, Pushlike Most Liked Newcomer, Pustweet Favorite Newcomer, and Awsome Song Cover.

The results from Push Awards Night is produced from Push.com.ph, an entertainment website launched last September by ABS-CBN to poll and tally the popularity of celebrities and artists through likes, shares, etc. on their respective social media accounts. Push Awards aims to honor these artists and celebrities and their fans through this awards night.

Mitoy has just released his new single “Pangakong Tapat” from his debut album “HanggangWakas”. Its music video is now playing on top music channels and also on VEVO. Sabrina’s latest album “I Love Acoustic 8” came out last August featuring the lead single “Thinking Out Loud”. She recently conquered Korea as the Philippine’s representative at the 2015 Asia Song Festival in Busan. Her duet with Indonesian artist Chilla Kiana for “Thinking Out Loud” is featured in the Indonesian version of the album and is now also playing on MYX. Darren is keeping himself busy with shows around the Philippines with his “D Road Tour” which continues its leg on these following dates: Dec 6 at Tacloban, Dec 12 at Baguio, and Dec 19 at Robinsons Davao. Some dates may still be added in the future.

For inquiries and bookings, contact Sammy Samaniego at Sammy Samaniego at (632) 9162504 local 107, (0920) 9682991, (0917) 8565174 or email sammy.samaniego@umusic.com. For more information about MCA Music artists, log on to www.facebook.com/mcamusic, Instagram- mca_music or Twitter- mcamusic.

Krissy releases her new single “Distance” off her debut album “Songs About You”

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Acoustic artist and YouTube sensation Krissy, releases her new single “Distance” off her debut album “Songs About You.”

“Distance,” composed by Krissy herself, is similar to her previous heartbreak songs like “We Can’t Be” and “Piece of You”. This heart-rending song where she bares her soul will make listeners feel what she went through in her break up. “This song is a lot different from most of my songs and really means a lot to me,” Krissy said. 

She wrote the song 2 years ago.

“I had just gotten out of a really bad break up. It was the very first time I had ever been in love like that. It was the kind of break up that came out of nowhere. It was bad for me because I had given a lot to be with him. As with all break ups, you try and do what you can to forget how much you are hurting. I was constantly surrounded by friends which helped a lot. But at times, when you are alone, it helps reflect on the whole relationship,” Krissy said.

Her friend’s grand piano became a part of the writing process

“I was at my friend’s place one day and he had this really big beautiful grand piano in his living room and I just started playing. I usually write my songs on guitar and this had been one of my first few songs on the piano. I let out everything I was feeling and I finally finished writing it in about an hour or so,” Krissy added.

Its music video recently premiered on MYX which featured her playing the piano. The video will also be seen soon on her VEVO channel KrissyVEVO.

“Songs About You” can now be streamed via Spinnr, Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer and Guvera and is available through digital downloads via Spinnr and iTunes. The album is also out in CDs at Astroplus and Astrovision outlets.

For bookings and inquiries, contact Sammy Samaniego of MCA Music Artist Management at +632 9162504 local 107, +639178565174 and +639209682991 or email sammy.samaniego@umusic.com or mcabookings@umusic.com. 

For more new and updates on Krissy, log on to the following sites: www.facebook.com/mcamusic, www.twitter.com/mca_music or Instagram: mca_music.

Darren Espanto is on his “D’ Road Tour” across the Philippines!

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D’ Total Performer Darren Espanto in on his way to conquer the Philippines at“D’ Road Tour” after the massive success of his “D’ Birthday Concert” at MOA Arena last May 2015.

Darren is now set to start his “D’ Road Tour” across the country, living his ultimate dream in captivating the hearts of his fans around the world since the onset of the tours at Canada and United States of America.

The course of Darren’s concert series will begin at Araullo University, Cabanatuan this Friday, October 09, which will be followed the next day, October 10 at AUF Sports Center, Angeles. D’ Road Tour will be on its way to SMX Convention Center, Davao on October 23, 2015 and will trail to University of Baguio on October 30. Fans from Cagayan De Oro will also get the chance to catch Darren’s concert in Lim Ket Kai on November 20. Batangueños will also witness his moves on Nov. 27 and will stretch going to La Salle Gym, Bacolod on December 05, 2015. Darren will also invade Cebu this November on which the exact date and venue will be announced soon.

He will be joined by special guests: The Voice of the Philippines Season 2 Grand Champion, Jason Dy, The Voice Kids Season 1 Finalist, Juan Karlos Labajo, and The Voice Kids Season 2 Grand Champion, Elha Nympha.

Fans can expect all-out performances of songs from his self-titled debut album, which features the singles, “In Love Ako Sa’Yo” and “Stuck”, “Makin’ Moves” and many more.

“I’m super excited for the “D’ Road Tours” because I’ll finally be able to perform for my supporters across the Philippines. This is a big milestone for me and I’m really looking forward to it,” Darren said.

Be part of Darren’s dream and journey and head out to the nearest SM Tickets, Ticketworld, and TicketNet. Tickets are available at P2,000 for Moshpit, P1,500 for VIP, P1,000 for Gold, P750 for Silver, P500 for Bronze, and P250 for General Admission.

Darren Espanto “D’ Road Tour” is presented by Talk N’ Text and Spinnr. “Darren” Deluxe Edition album is now out under MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines) on CDs at Astroplus and AstroVision outlets. It is also available through digital downloads via Spinnr at spinnr.ph and iTunes and streaming via spinnr.ph, Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer and Guvera.

For bookings and inquiries, please contact Sammy Samaniego at (632) 9162504 local 107, (0920) 9682991, (0917) 8565174 or email sammy.samaniego@umusic.com. 

For more information about Darren, log on to www.facebook.com/mcamusic.

Elha Nympha is now The Voice Kids PH 2' Grand Champion !

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Elha Nympha is now The Voice Kids Philippines Season 2' Grand Champion! 

The winner of season 2 of The Voice Kids Elha from Team Bamboo did the final song "Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin" up to the powerful climax.

“The Voice Kids” grand champion take home a recording contract from MCA Music Inc., a music instrument package, a family utility vehicle, a house and lot worth P2 million, P1 million cash, and a P1 million trust fund.

ABS-CBN top rating reality singing competition The Voice Kids Philippines Season 2 held the two-part season finale live at the Resorts World Manila, August 30, 2015. 

The amazing talented top 4 Finalists — Reynan Dal-Anay, Esang de Torres, Sassa Dagdag and Elha Nympha — perform live and gave his or her own strenghths from beginning of the competition and up to the finale.

For the final performance to showcase their vocal talent, they performed a power ballad song. 

Sassa did "Next In Line."

Reynan performed a rousing version of "Magkaisa." 

Elha did "Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin."

Esang sang "Somewhere."

The Philippine reality singing competition The Voice Kids second season on ABS-CBN. Lea Salonga, Bamboo Mañalac and Sarah Geronimo returned to the show as coaches. Luis Manzano also returned as host, with Robi Domingo and Yeng Constantino as the show's backstage and media hosts.

Congratulations Elha! and Congrats to all #TVK2Finale! 

The VOICE of JANICE JAVIER Live in Concert!

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Watch out, be entertained and be captivated with the great music of The Voice of the Philippines” second runner-up, Janice Javier.

The Voice of Janice Javier Live in Concert to be held at TEATRINO Promenade Mall, Greenhills, San Juan City July 4 (Friday), 8:00 pm.

One of the best MCA records, Star records and Star magic with Janice's soundtrack for the movie trailer/teaser of the movie Starting Over Again.

Janice performed with a Thai band for 15 years before trying her luck on “The Voice. She's definitely a genuine talent, a great and pure Filipino talent we should always be proud of.

The Voice Janice Javier live in Concert

Ticket Price: Gen Ad (Free Seating) at P1,030 only!

Buy your tickets here: https://www.ticketworld.com.ph/

#KalyePop: Boy band 1:43 puts a new twist to KPop in third album

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Boy band 1:43 puts a new twist  to KPop in their third album for release this April under MCA Music.

Often mistaken for Korean pop superstars, proudly all-Filipino boy band 1:43 (one forty-three) gives the term KPop a whole new meaning in their third album #KalyePop.

The album titled #KalyePop (KPop) is composed of six strong original tracks from the foremost Filipino boy band that popularized “Sa Isang Sulyap Mo,” the monster hit song that won the 2013 PMPC Star Award for Music “Song of the Year.”

“#KalyePop or KPop is our humble contribution to the rebirth of the local music industry. We hope that our new musical direction will advance our mission of winning back the Filipino audiences to Original Pilipino Music (OPM),” says boy band spokesman Anjo Resurreccion.

Except for the novelty song “Ang Saya-Saya” penned by acclaimed composer Jonathan Ong of Sonic State Studio, the rest of the tracks of #KalyePop, including the hit song “Hayop Sa Ganda” and the earlier promotional single “Ikaw At Ako” were composed by musician and the group’s road manager Urie Tesorio. Band manager and public relations entrepreneur Chris Cahilig produced the album while Ong arranged the songs. Its neocolonial themed album cover was photographed by 1:43’s original member Kimmeth Nicolas and styled by Ryuji Shiomitsu.

The three remaining tracks of #KalyePop include the cleverly titled novelty song “Istambay Me” which tackles about the rampancy of unemployment among Filipino youth and the ballads “Langit” and “Pwede Bang Malaman” which carry the 1:43’s signature romantic melody and lyrics. 

1:43 is composed of four talented, charming, and stylish men namely, Resurreccion, a University of Santo Tomas (UST) Psychology graduate and a MYX VJ Search finalist; Argee Golding, an international taekwondo medalist from UST; Gold Aquino, an entrepreneur and a Business Administration graduate from the Centro Escolar University (CEU); and Yuki Sakamoto, a Hotel and Restaurant Management student from CEU-Makati and the main vocalist of the group.

According to Cahilig, the idea of producing a #KalyePop for 1:43 has been in his mind since he formed the boy band in 2010 as a reaction to the young Filipino audience’s fancy for KPop music and star.

“#KalyePop is inspired by the musical aesthetics of the everyday Juan dela Cruz on the street. We wanted a selection of songs that can be easily played with a guitar while having a drinking session or danced by the masses young and old, rich or poor in public gatherings,” explains Cahilig.

One of the tracks of #KalyePop is now a certified radio hit. The song “Hayop Sa Ganda” has so far received over 330,000 views on Youtube and is considered the fastest moving OPM song on the social media site. It brought back 1:43, the original hit makers of the song “Sa Isang Sulyap Mo,” to the limelight.

The release of #KalyePop is supported by McJim Classic Leather and Belle Vita. Interested parties may book 1:43 by sending an inquiry at chriscahilig@gmail.com or visiting the 1:43 Fan Page on Facebook.

The Morning Episodes collaborate with Solenn to create “Until The Sunrise”

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After breaking through US Radio last year, The Morning Episodes kick off 2014 on a high with the release of “Until the Sunrise” -- a collaboration with actress / singer Solenn Heussaff. The track is the official theme song of Solenn’s new movie “Mumbai Love”, which is hitting theaters this January.

The film was directed by Benito Bautista, produced by Capestone Pictures in assoc. with Wanderlustproject Films and is being distributed by Solar Entertainment.

“Until the Sunrise” is a breath of fresh air to the local music scene with its unique elements, arrangement and delivery. According to band frontman Miguel Escueta most of the song was written using an iPad. “Its amazing how that square piece of technology can help you so much creatively”, he shares. “Solenn heard the demo more than a year ago through a common friend and she got in touch with me right away, saying that she wanted to work on it together. Her voice was just perfect for it and it turns out that the song sounded even better as a duet.”

In the early stages of filming “Mumbai Love” Solenn shared the song with director Benito Bautista and producer Emma Francisco. They immediately fell in love with the track and, at that instant, knew that they had just found their theme song for the film. They shot the music video while filming the movie, in between all the takes in several locations. It can now be viewed online via Youtube (youtube.com/wanderlustproject) and it set to air on MYX this week.

“Until the Sunrise” is available exclusively via iTunes, released by MCA Music Inc.

In mid 2013, the Morning Episodes, in partnership with their LA based label Slydoggie Productions and Music PR Firm The Planetary Group, launched their first ever US College Radio Campaign. Since then, songs from the band's current album "Never Felt So Alive" have been receiving airplay on 100 different college radio stations across all 50 states in America. 

The album hit the Top 25 charts at three stations, with peaks at WIPZ in Kenosha, Wisconsin (#8), KRZA in Alamosa Colorado (#10) and WVPH in Piscataway, New Jersey (#25). Some of their songs were also featured on long time US Drama “The Young and The Restless” and TV Promos by the CBS Network.

The Morning Episodes' album Never Felt So Alive is available digitally via iTunes. CDs are also available at Odyssey Music Stores. This release is done via MCA Music Inc. and brought to you by VANS, Audio Technica, Police, Rayban, Deca Homes, Dental First and Southern Musician.

Sitti’s “Bossa Love” Concert and Album Launch will be on January 18 (Saturday), 2014 Music Museum

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MCA Music has decided to postpone Sitti’s “Bossa Love” Concert and Album Launch on November 28 at Music Museum to January 18 (Saturday), 2014, same venue. The change of schedule is in lieu of the ongoing efforts for the relief of the victims of Typhoon Yolanda which devastated thousands of people in the Visayas.

Those who already purchased their tickets via SM Tickets, Ticketworld and Music Museum may get their refund at the mentioned ticketing outlets. But tickets for bought for the November 28 show will still be honored during the January 18 show. For those who bought Orchestra tickets and wish to not have it refunded, they can claim their Sitti “Bossa Love” CD at MCA Music Inc. office, 34F Raffles Corporate Center, F. Ortigas Road, Ortigas Center, Pasig City. Just bring your ticket purchased.

Sitti’s brand new album however will still be released in record stores and digital downloads (iTunes and spinnr) this November 28. 

Tracks include late nineties to late 2000’s hits such as carrier single “Sunday Morning”, a cover of the song by Maroon 5, “It Wasn’t Me” by Shaggy, “Stickwithu” by the Pussycat Dolls, “Back To You” by John Mayer, “Smooth” by Santana, “Someday We’ll Know” by New Radicals, “My Favorite Mistake” by Sheryl Crow, “I Want It That Way” by the Backstreet Boys, “Yellow” by Coldplay, “Lost Without You” by Robin Thicke, “Don’t Know Why” by Norah Jones, “For You” by Kenny Lattimore, “Waterfalls” by TLC, and “Thank You” by Dido, all given Sitti’s signature bossa treatment. Bossa Love is produced by Marvin Querido. 

New ticket prices will be announced soon. Just contact SM Tickets at 4702222 or smtickets.com, Music Museum Ticketron at 7216726 or 

musicmuseum.com.ph, and Ticketworld at 8919999 or ticketworld.com.ph.

Music Comes Alive for Visayas

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MUSIC COMES ALIVE FOR VISAYAS

A Benefit Concert for the Victims of Typhoon Yolanda in Visayas

November 27 (Wednesday), 4pm onwards, Eastwood Central Plaza

Featuring performances by The Voice of the Philippines finalsts: Mitoy Yonting, Klarisse De Guzman, Janice Javier, Myk Perez, Paolo Onesa and Morissette Amon plus MCA Music artists Sabrina, Nyoy Volante, Sitti, Solenn Heussaff, Pupil, Franco, Loonie, Bassilyo, Crazy As Pinoy, Ron Henley, Tanya Markova, 1:43, Krissy Villongco, Sir Rex Kantatero, Aikee, Iktus, A Music Theory, JC Regino, Dello, Johnny Alegre, The Morning Episodes, Kate Torralba, Domino and Slapshock.

To enter the venue, just buy any MCA Music album or donate in cash or in kind. If you buy any CD, all proceeds that day will be donated to Philippine Red Cross to help victims of @YolandaPH. 

You can download any songs at www.spinnr.ph.

Boy band 1:43 reaps four nominations in the 5th PMPC Star Awards for Music

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BOY BAND 1:43’s sophomore album titled “Sa Isang Sulyap Mo” under MCA Music which contains the monster hit song of the same title reaped one of the most number of nominations in the 5^th PMPC Star Awards for Music.

With a total of four nominations for “Song of the Year,” “Album of the Year,” “Pop Album of the Year,” and “Best Duo or Group,” 1:43 joined the league Daniel Padilla, Gloc-9, Sarah Geronimo and Callalily as one of the most recognized recording artists in 2012 by the members of the Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC).

1:43 is composed of four talented, charming, and stylish lads namely, Anjo Resurreccion, a University of Santo Tomas (UST) Psychology graduate and a MYX VJ Search finalist; Argee Golding, a bemedalled taekwondo athlete from UST; Gold Aquino, a Business Administration graduate from the Centro Escolar University (CEU); and Yuki Sakamoto, a Hotel and Restaurant Management student from CEU-Makati and the main vocalist of the group.

“We are truly honored to have been nominated in four categories in the 5^th PMPC Star Awards for Music alongside with the most respected names in Philippine music industry,” says the group’s spokesperson Anjo.

“The recognition inspires us to advance our mission to bring back the Filipino youth’s interest to OPM,” he adds.

Released in 2012 as part of the Mang Inasal Mang-Aawit Music Advocacy Campaign, “Sa Isang Sulyap Mo” became one of the biggest hits. It became the No. 1 OPM song in many of the radio countdowns nationwide and was named by Youtube Philippines as one of the most viral videos last year after garnering a total of over 35 million views.  

“Sa Isang Sulyap Mo” became the love song of this generation after it was used as the official soundtrack of “PBB Teens Edition” and the fantaserye “Juan dela Cruz” in ABS-CBN. It was likewise performed by 1:43 on KrisTV, Sarah G Live, Showtime, and ASAP to name a few.

Last year, 1:43 received two nominations for their debut album “Time for Love” in the prestigious Awit Awards for Best New Group for the song "Pag-ibig Na Kaya?" or “PiNK” and Best Christmas Song for "Merry Christmas Na."

The boy band’s follow up single titled “Ikaw At Ako” is now topping the radio charts. It became the “Most Wanted Song” of 97.1 Barangay LS FM and “Love Song To Memorize” of 90.7 Love Radio.

For booking inquiries, you may email 1:43’s manager Chris Cahilig at chriscahilig2011@gmail.com.

Shane Filan Live! in Manila on September 28 & 29!

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Great news for Shane's fans in the Philippines! Shane is coming to Manila!

Westlife former lead vocalist Shane Filan is coming to Manila for a series of shows at SM Malls on Sept. 28, 6 p.m. at The Block of SM City North Edsa and Sept. 29, 4 p.m. at The Podium to promote his brand-new EP titled Everything To Me exclusively distributed by MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines).

Shane is known to millions as the front man of Westlife with a string of hits: If I Let You Go, I Lay My Love On You, Swear It Again and Flying Without Wings. The group has sold over 50 million records around the world, including a staggering 14 No. 1 singles in the UK alone — the third highest in the UK music history.

In 2010, Westlife was named the top-selling album group of the 21st century. It bid fans farewell in 2012 with a successful tour. Shane has been working on his solo material since then. Last month, he co-wrote and released his debut single Everything To Me, produced by Grammy award-winning producer, Martin Terefe (Jason Mraz, James Morrison and Train). The edgy pop song is the lead track on an EP which includes three other brand-new songs, written by Shane. A full album is expected to follow later in the year. 

Shane Filan Live! in Manila is presented by MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines), SMART Music, SM North Edsa The Block, The Podium and Astroplus/Astrovision. It is sponsored by KPUB Barbeque Restaurant Meat All You Can with media partners, MYX, etc, Jack TV, MOR 101.9 For Life, Business World, HerWord.com, Most Wanted Hits (MWH Magazine), Manila Concert Scene, Philippine Concerts, Lionheart TV and LINE.

Download Everything To Me EP online via Smart Music http://www.smart.com.ph/music or iTunes. Grab a copy of the CD which will be available nationwide soon in Astroplus/Astrovision.

Sabrina, the Asia's Acoustic Sweetheart with "Acoustic Playlist"

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Acoustic Playlist. includes Asia's Accoustic Sweetheart's fresh interpretations of current hit songs “Just Give Me A Reason” (Pink), “Clarity” (Zedd), “Titanium” (David Guetta feat. Sia), “Girl On Fire” (Alicia Keys), “Diamonds” (Rihanna), “When I Was Your Man” (Bruno Mars), and “Daylight” (Maroon 5).

Sensational multi-Platinum songstress SABRINA – dubbed ‘Asia’s Acoustic Sweetheart’ – has just released her newest EP of soothing acoustic covers-- Acoustic Playlist. 

With her soft touch and sweet voice, the Acoustic Playlist EP features seven of the hottest songs of the moment, reinvented with Sabrina’s trademark acoustic stylings. The EP is now available for online download through Smart Music or iTunes.

Acoustic Playlist follows a string of best-selling records for SABRINA. Her I Love Acoustic series of albums, which features soothingly reworked acoustic covers of contemporary pop hits, has achieved multi-Platinum status across several Asian countries and allowed SABRINA to garner a massive fanbase throughout the region. SABRINA enjoys tremendous support from music-lovers in Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia and Korea.

The latest release in the I Love Acoustic series, I Love Acoustic 5, included the hit single “Terrified”, a duet with fellow OPM superstar Christian Bautista. Preceding that, SABRINA released her concept album Acoustic Love Notes, a collaboration with popular TV/radio personality Joe D’Mango that went on to achieve Gold certification in Indonesia. Her first release of 2012, I Love Acoustic 4, has reached Double-Platinum status in Indonesia. With total record sales exceeding 175,000, Sabrina is truly one of the brightest stars in OPM.

Make sure to download a copy of Acoustic Playlist by SABRINA today, through Smart Music and iTunes and in CDs at leading record stores released by MCA Music in cooperation with LINE.

Download link:

Smart Music: http://www.smart.com.ph/music

iTunes: http://smarturl.it/AcousticPlaylist

Catch Sabrina at the following malls:

Aug. 30 (Fri)- SM Baguio

Sept. 8 (Sun)- SM Rosales

Sept. 22 (Sun)- SM Clark

"Barbie Forteza", self-titled album that fits her personality perfectly- bubbly, fun and wholesome!

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Enjoying the wonderful world of young pretty lady - Barbie Forteza.  Just last Saturday, May 25, I really enjoyed an intimate, fun meeting with her, she's really bubbly, fun and simple young lady. As what used to be tween queen, now turned teen queen Barbie adds another facet to her young entertainment career—singing. She finally released her debut album under MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines). It is simply self-titled, the album fits Barbie’s personality perfectly- bubbly, fun and wholesome!

Barbie Forteza, GMA Network tween star and now known as one of the Philippines’ top teen stars whose popularity started with lead roles in highly rated GMA Network soap operas like “First Time”, “Pilyang Kerubin”, “Nita Negrita” and recently, “Paroa: Ang Kuwento ni Mariposa”. She has also appeared in top grossing movies such as “Ang Darling Kong Aswang”, “Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote”, “Tween Academy: Class of 2012”, “The Road”, “Ang Panday 2” and “Sossy Problems”. She is also one of today’s most in-demand young endorsers.

Her first single “Meron Ba” composed by Freddie Saturno, fits Barbie to a T as it is about young love and having a crush on someone- something that teens like her are experiencing. A lot will surely to relate to the song especially when watching the Korean series “Big”.

“I am so thankful to MCA Music for trusting me and giving me a chance to share my talents. I can’t wait to share it to my fans who supports me all the way,” Barbie said.

As special treat to her fans, Barbie will hold an album launch and fans day on June 2, 5pm at 3rd Floor of SM North EDSA The Block. Grab a copy of her album which will be sold by Astroplus to get a free poster and have it signed by Barbie herself after the show.

It includes the carrier single “Meron Ba” about having a crush on someone but could not tell anyone including the person she admires. Its music video is now out on MYX directed by J Pacena and also stars fellow GMA artist Jeric Gonzales as Barbie’s love interest. The album, produced by Francis Guevarra, also features her version of Jolina Magdangal’s “Laging Tapat”- another song about young love, the bouncy track “Upside Down” (originally from the A-Teens) and an original song “Wala Lang”- written by Jude Gitamondoc. “Wala Lang” also comes with a dance version for those who want to groove to Barbie’s music. All tracks have minus one versions for those who want to sing-along to Barbie’s songs.

Kapag Tumibok Ang Puso

Meron Ba

Laging Tapat

Upside Down

Wala Lang

Wala Lang (Dance Version)

Kapag Tumibok Ang Puso (Minus One)

Meron Ba (Minus One)

Laging Tapat (Minus One)

Upside Down (Minus One)

Wala Lang (Minus One)

Wala Lang (Dance Version) (Minus One) 

Also catch Barbie Forteza on June 9 at SM Marikina and on June 30 at Pavilion Mall, Binan, Laguna. All shows start at 5pm.

Enjoying the wonderful world of Barbie. From being a good young actress, she's definitely now a certified recording artist. 

Barbie Forteza, the debut album, is now out on record stores nationwide under 

MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines).

It is also available via iTunes via this link-

https://itunes.apple.com/ph/album/barbie-forteza/id634521122. 

It features the iTunes exclusive track “Wala Lang” (Pop Version). 

Watch her music video via this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7NmTyrTLYg.

To download Barbie’s song “Meron Ba” as your ringback tone,

 just text MERONBA to 2728 (free for 5 days).

A fun afternoon with Barbie Forteza is brought to you by MCA Music, Pinoy Magazine, LionHearTV and GMA Artist Center.

“I Love Acoustic 5" by Asia’s Acoustic Sweetheart SABRINA

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While listening to love songs , remembering someone we love before, now and someone we love always. There are many great love songs we really love. 

I enjoyed a wonderful world with Asia's acoustic sweetheart Sabrina athe MCA Music office last week. It was a fun and exciting night with new songs and videos, like "Terrified" Music video of Sabrina and Christian Bautista is moving up the charts!

Finally, two Filipino artists who are considered multi-platinum success in Asia—Asia’s Acoustic Sweetheart SABRINA and Asiansation Christian Bautista, recorded a duet together via the song “Terrified.” This single, originally by Katharine McPhee and Zachary Levi, is included in Sabrina’s latest album “I Love Acoustic 5”. Its music video directed by Mark Esteban of Pixeleyes Multimedia is moving up the charts of music channel MYX.

 

“I had so much fun shooting the video and it was so nice to get to know Christian more. It was truly an honor that he agreed to this duet with me which is our treat not just for our Filipino but our Asian fans as well. We have been getting requests for a long time for this and we’re glad it finally happened,” Sabrina said.

“I Love Acoustic 5” debuted at #1 on Astroplus and #2 on Odyssey album charts. Aside from the Philippines, it is also released in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. Digitally, it is available on iTunes where the album is currently on the charts of iTunes Thailand and Indonesia. 

“I Love Acoustic 5” includes hit songs interpreted by Sabrina in her signature acoustic style which enthralled Asian listeners. 

Songs like ; 

“We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” (originally by Taylor Swift)

“Call Me Maybe” (Carly Rae Jepsen)

“Payphone” (Maroon 5)

“What Makes You Beautiful” (One Direction)

“Starships” (Nicki Minaj)

“Somebody That I Used To Know” (Gotye)

“Part of Me” (Katy Perry)

“One Thing” (One Direction)

“Glad You Came” (The Wanted)

“I Won’t Give Up” (Jason Mraz)

“We Found Love” (Rihanna)

“Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” (Kelly Clarkson)

“A Thousand Years” (Christina Perri)

“Domino” (Jessie J)

If I Die Young” (The Band Perry)

Sabrina's “Could It Be”- a popular Indonesian song originally recorded by Indonesian pop star Raisa. The single was translated into English to be included in Sabrina’s album as requested by her Indonesian fans. This was collaborated with famous Thai saxophonist Koh Mr. Saxman.

For the first time in any “I Love Acoustic” album and for the second time in any of her albums, an original song is included, “Oh Boy” written by Sabrina herself.  This is her third song recorded and  released in an album, the first two being “One True Love” and “Over For Now But Not Forever” from her “Acoustic Love Notes” album.”

Sabrina is up to write more original songs for her future albums.

“That’s definitely something I’m exploring right now…creating songs from my own experiences and thoughts, and I’ll certainly share ‘em in my future albums,” Sabrina said.

Sabrina was named as I-Gateway Mobile Philippines Inc.’s “Most Downloaded Artist” at the 2012 Awit Awards held at the Glorietta Activity Center. Last December, she received a Special Citation for International Achievement for achieving Gold and Platinum in Southeast Asia for her “I Love Acoustic” albums at the ASAP Platinum Circle Awards by hit ABS-CBN variety show ASAP.

“I Love Acosutic 5” by Sabrina is now out in CDs under MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines) and available for download via iTunes and mymusicstore.com.ph. To download Sabrina’s single “Terrified” text TERI and send to 2728 for Smart and Talk N Text subscribers, text KN522 and send to 2332 for Globe/ TM or text  5495103 and send to 2300 for Sun Cellular subscribers. For more of Sabrina’s music, just text SABRINA to 3456 or check out www.facebook.com/mcamusic.

This fun and special special night with Sabrina is brought by MCA Music, Pinoy Magazine, LionHearTV and BND Hair Gallery Salon.

"Terrified" by Sabrina and Christian Bautista