ABRA and Artifice Records Sign with Ivory Music and Video

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Ivory Music & Video, the exclusive licensee and distributor of Sony Music in the Philippines, adds one of Philippine Hip-Hop's most promising emcees to its fold!

Abra, the main man behind Artifice Records, started out in a Hip-Hop group called LDP, the Lyrically Deranged Poets, releasing their independent debut album entitled The Project back in 2009, and having their first major concert at the legendary Music Museum in 2010. LDP was awarded as the Best Urban Group in both the 2010 and 2011 Urban Music Awards, and also received other nominations. In 2011, LDP was granted TV air time on MYX for the music video of their song, Here to Own It, which was able to enter the charts.

Young, determined, and talented, Abra’s exceptional lyricism, extensive vocabulary, ingenious literary technique, speed and lucidity of delivery, and fiery stage presence make him a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. Clever in both Tagalog and English, this rap artist has indeed captured the attention of numerous fans and listeners.

When the FlipTop and Sunugan rap battle leagues came about in 2010, Abra was one of the first battle emcees to compete and gradually make a name for himself. After a couple of intense rap battles, Abra has been considered as one of the heavyweights in Filipino rap battling. He was well known for his chart-topping hit song “Gayuma,” which has reached more that 21M YouTube views. The song peaked at #1 on YouTube Philippines and garnered 2 million views on its first week. And now, coming back with a bigger, even better video, Abra didn’t fail his fans with his brand new video “Ilusyon” featuring Arci Munoz.

Using his compelling lyrical style coupled with witty antics, he is able to impress viewers and artists alike; and has YouTube videos that have amassed millions of views. It did not take long until Abra was able to perform on live television, radio shows and various events across the country.

ABRA’S NEW ALBUM IN STORES AUGUST 2013!

He is also set to have his first major solo concert!

Visit www.ivorymusic.org and Ivory Music & Video’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/ivorymusicandvideophilippines for the latest news and updates!

The first Mr. and Miss Chinatown Philippines 2013 to be air on ABS-CBN

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Two Cultures, one people.

This search aims to "redefine Filipino-Chinese beauty, pave the way for better business relations, and realize cultural and artistic goals."

Mr. and Miss Chinatown Philippines 2013 is featuring the most eligible young men and women from the Fil-Chinese community.

According to Alexis Sy Go, national director of this year's competition “this year, we enter into a meaningful partnership to bring a culturally enriching beauty pageant that seeks to discover Chinese-Filipino talents who posses admirable traditional values but with very contemporary stance and projection and hone to be part of the next generation of stars in the Chinese entertainment industry.”

Pageant organizer Miss Chinatown Foundation, in cooperation with media partner ABS-CBN, sees the competition "an event to open doorways towards unified communities and better goals," which include the "celebration of the shared values of the Filipino and Chinese communities and cultures."

The male and female candidates boast qualities of a modern Fil-Chinese. The pageant is composed of 32 Filipino-Chinese candidates, split equally between females and males aged 18 to 25.

The official candidates for Miss Chinatown Philippines are: Jerene Tan, Robyn Kimberly Tan, Michelle Marie Sy, Rolini Lim Pineda, Jamie Chua Reyes, Lhowelle Lyka Tan, Sheryl Elaine Chua, Samantha Jade Dy, Maricon Cho, Hannah Dy, Frances Elaine Cham, Kimberly Nicole Ang Mas, Aeryka Chua, Catrina Myka De Guzman Ang, Catherine Yao and Anna Patricia Baesa Tan.

The male candidates include: Oliver Chen, Glenn Choa, Sydney Du, Gerald Magante, Miguel Lasala, Alvis Lim, Jaime Lim, Randy See, Bruce Sing, John Sy, Arthur Tan, Fredrick Tan, Jerome Tan, Sky Yang, Francis Yao, and JP Yap.

After months of screening, these candidates, teeming with youthful exuberance and aptitude remain in the running to get the title of this year’s best.

The coronation night of Mr. and Miss Chinatown Philippines 2013 will be held at the Newport Performing Arts Theatre on June 30, and will be telecast live on ABS-CBN.

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SUPERBOOK EPISODE 3: JACOB AND ESAU A Story About Forgiveness

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How hard is it to forgive someone who has wronged you? Join Chris, Joy and Gizmo in their third super adventure as they travel back in time to meet brothers Jacob and Esau. Witness a story of  forgiveness and humility.

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Alden Richards goes personal in debut album

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Alden Richards, GMA young leading man, admits that his debut album under Universal Records speaks a lot about him.

The album, which includes his cover of memorable hits – Shamrock’s Haplos, Rey Valera’s Naaalala Ka, Itwchyworm’s Akin Ka Na Lang, among others, is a testament to Alden’s young romantic side.

During the album was launched at the Trinoma Activity Center,  his fans tropped and proved that indeed Alden is one of the most bankable stars of the Kapuso Network.

“I really am very thankful that people went out to support me,” says the Kapuso star. 

“I have given everything I have for this project.”

Thankfully, Alden’s album zoomed to the top of the Astrovision/Astroplus music charts after only a week after its release.

Alden expressed gratitude towards Universal Records bosses for the opportunity – General Manager Kathleen Dy-Go, Operations Director Peter Chan, and producer Ito Rapadas, who made sure that Alden’s voice in tip-top shape for the recording.

The album’s debut single Haplos instantly rose to the top of the MyMusicStore charts and is now a part of the series Mundo Mo’y Akin as its love theme.

Alden also has an original song in the album – the romantic Sa Aking Tabi by Vince Katindoy, composer of Ngiti.

Alden Richards album is now available at all record bars nationwide.

Track List:

1.     Haplos

2.     Naalala Ka

3.     Cant Find The Reason

4.     ‘Di Na Mababawi

5.     Sa Aking Tabi

6.     Akin Ka Na Lang

7.     Everytime I See you  

Julia Barretto shares a touching family story in "MMK" this Saturday

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Julia Barretto shares a touching story of a daughter in conflict this Saturday in her episode for ABS-CBN's longest-running drama anthology "Maalaala Mo Kaya."

Julia Barretto makes ‘MMK’ debut this episode. Rising Kapamilya teen star Julia Barretto‘s dream to appear in “Maalaala Mo Kaya” comes true this Saturday (June 15).

The rising Kapamilya teen star will give life to the character of Alex, a young teenage girl who grew up in a complete and happy family.

Her life reaches a turning point when her mother leaves them for another man because of her father’s drug addiction.

Before her family gets even more broken, Alex eventually decides to forgive her father. She works hard to prove to her mother that their family will still be happy without her.

Will Alex find it in her heart to forgive her mother for abandoning them?

Together with Julia in this episode are Ara Mina, James Blanco, Jacob Dionisio, Tommy Abuel, Manuel Chua, Kristoff Meneses, Marikit Morales, and Yda Yaneza.

Gladly to talk with her last Thursday, June 13 at the Star Cinema office, Abs-Cbn. Julia shared that she did not think twice about accepting the role when it was offered to her.

“I immediately said yes because I have always wanted to do episode for the show. I am really nervous because it is a huge responsibility and honor for me to be entrusted with an ‘MMK’ story.” Even that there are pressure, Julia said that she is ready to prove herself to everyone. 

“I am very nervous because I might not meet the expectations of other people and I am afraid that I might disappoint them. Sometimes I try not to think about it because I just want to focus on how to improve my acting skills and show everybody that I can do this,” she said.

This episode was researched by Akeep Jordan del Rosario, written by Mark Angos, and directed by Dado Lumibao. Don’t miss Julia’s first-ever “MMK” episode this Saturday after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN.

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