December 1, 2024

Lola Amour: The Album Concert Premieres on Spotify and YouTube


For those who missed the magic live—and for those who were there and want to relive it—Lola Amour’s unforgettable Lola Amour: The Album Concert is now yours to experience anytime! The concert, filmed live at Circuit Makati on April 13, 2024 is officially streaming on Spotify starting November 29, with the full concert film premiering on YouTube on December 2.

Directed by Jed Regala of First Light Studios, the concert film captures the band’s electrifying performance and includes exclusive behind-the-scenes moments. From intimate interviews with fans and musical directors leading up to the big event to candid rehearsal footage, the film offers an unparalleled look into the journey that brought this spectacular show to life.

Fans can also look forward to special appearances by surprise guests who joined Lola Amour on stage, making this event truly one for the books.

Adding to the excitement, Spotify has launched a Live Set Playlist featuring exclusive spiels from the concert. These additions recreate the energy and emotion of being at the live show, immersing listeners in the full Lola Amour experience.

With Lola Amour: The Album Concert, the band continues to solidify their place in the OPM scene, creating an immersive experience for their ever-growing audience.

Don’t miss out—stream the playlist & album now on Spotify and prepare for the YouTube release on December 2!

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Clara Benin releases deluxe edition of befriending my tears with new tracks, remixes, and live recordings

Listen to the new track “all I do is cry,” co-produced by Clara Benin and The Ringmaster


Filipino singer-songwriter Clara Benin has dropped the deluxe edition of her critically acclaimed album, befriending my tears, now available worldwide under Sony Music Entertainment. The expanded version, titled befriending my tears (and then some), adds ten new tracks, including two fresh originals, five remixes, two live recordings, and a fan-favorite early demo, offering a deeper dive into Benin’s introspective musical journey.

Reflecting on the process, Benin shares, “This deluxe version gave me the opportunity to explore the more nuanced aspects of music production—whether it’s about satisfying my curiosity with different sonic textures, reworking instrumental arrangements, or experimenting with vocal harmonies. I wanted to create something immersive, something that resonates both on record and in a live setting.”

In addition to revisiting the themes of vulnerability and self-discovery explored in the original album, the deluxe edition features two brand-new tracks that continue the emotional narrative: “hiding in the bathroom” and “all I do is cry.” These new songs mark a more intimate exploration of self-acceptance and emotional honesty, while adding new perspectives to her brand of storytelling.

“The process of making befriending my tears helped me understand myself more,” Benin explains. “With these new songs, I wanted to lean into that same honesty—embracing vulnerability and learning how to sit with discomfort. It’s about letting go of any shame around our feelings, no matter how messy they might be.”

The new track, “all I do is cry,” co-produced with The Ringmaster, confronts Benin’s emotional depth and sensitivity. The song reflects her ability to embrace both the highs and lows of her feelings, finding catharsis in the act of crying as part of the process of growth and healing.

“I’ve always been deeply sensitive to my emotions, and crying has been one way I process everything,” she admits. “The older I get, the more I feel the contrast between contentment and grief. This song is a reflection of that duality—how love and loss can coexist, and how tears are sometimes necessary for personal evolution.”

In addition to the new material, befriending my tears (and then some) also features remixes from some of the most innovative producers in the local indie and electronic music scenes, including crwn, Kenyama, Kvtvlv, Tim Marquez, and The Ringmaster. The deluxe edition also includes live versions of fan favorites “small town” and “momentary,” recorded during her sold-out performance at the Music Museum last year.

For Benin, the deluxe album is more than just an extension of the original work—it’s a reflection of her ongoing quest to find beauty in life’s struggles, particularly the healing power of embracing her emotions—both the good and the bad. “I hope these songs encourage listeners to embrace their own journey, that whatever they're going through, there is always hope waiting for them on the other side. I hope they feel seen, understood, and reminded through these songs, that healing and growth are possible, even in the hardest moments.”

Clara Benin’s befriending my tears (and then some) is now available on all major digital music platforms via Sony Music Entertainment.

November 30, 2024

HONOR Unwraps Holiday Deals, Get Up To ₱15,000 worth of exclusive HONOR Freebies!

Mark your calendars! HONOR Holi-deals will start on December 1


Leading smart devices provider HONOR Philippines just dropped its exciting holiday promo starting on December 1 until December 31, 2024! Run to the nearest HONOR Experience and Partner Store or online via Shopee (https://bit.ly/HONOR_ShopeeHoliDeals), Lazada (https://bit.ly/HONOR_LazadaHoliDeals) or TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/HONOR_TikTokHoliDeals) to get up to Php 15,000 worth of exclusive freebies for every purchase of HONOR smartphones.

“Christmas just got merrier, truly. We want our HONOR fans to get much more than what they paid for so during this season of giving, we are offering over thousands of freebies for every purchase of HONOR Smartphone the entire month of December. So, if you’re still thinking about a gift for your loved ones or for yourself, this is the Holi-deal for you,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.

If you are eyeing HONOR’s flagship smartphones HONOR Magic V3 and HONOR Magic 6 Pro, you will get FREE JBL Soundgear Frames with Camping Light and HONOR Gift Earbuds II with Camping light respectively.

The hot-selling HONOR X8b, HONOR 200 Series, and HONOR X9b will also give you FREE Camping Light for every purchase. On top of these exciting freebies, HONOR 200 will also get a price slash of Php 2,000 and will be priced at Php 22,999 during HONOR Holi-deals 2024!

What are you waiting for? Drop by any HONOR Experience and Partner Store or shop online via Shopee (https://bit.ly/HONOR_ShopeeHoliDeals), Lazada (https://bit.ly/HONOR_LazadaHoliDeals) or TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/HONOR_TikTokHoliDeals).

To be in the loop of exciting updates, follow HONOR Philippines’ social media platforms on: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines).

November 29, 2024

Globe brings enhanced GoRoam offers to OFWs in UAE


Globe recently launched its enhanced GoRoam UAE offering, designed to provide affordable and reliable connectivity to the Filipinos living and working in the United Arab Emirates.

This strategic move underscores Globe's commitment to expanding its services to meet the evolving needs of its customers, particularly the significant Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) market.

The new GoRoam UAE offers a substantial increase in data allocation, providing 10GB valid for 30 days, close to offers of local SIMs in the UAE. This ensures that OFWs can stay connected with family and friends in the Philippines while staying within budget. OFWs can access their favorite messaging apps without any restrictions via roaming, particularly voice and video calling services that are inaccessible in the UAE.

"Globe recognizes the vital need for Filipinos working abroad to stay connected and feel close to their loved ones back home," said Paula Rivera-Castillo, Globe's Head of International Business. "Our enhanced GoRoam UAE offer reflects our dedication to providing accessible and affordable communication solutions that empower OFWs to stay connected while pursuing their professional goals overseas."

GoRoam UAE is available for a special discounted price of Php 800 exclusively through GCash, Globe's affiliate e-wallet, for a limited time. Globe has simplified the registration process:
● Open your GCash app

● Select "Load”

● Enter your number

● Select the "Roaming & Int'l" category

● Choose "GoRoam UAE”

● Confirm your payment
GoRoam UAE is also available on the GlobeOne app at the regular price.

Apart from UAE, Globe also offers GoRoam in the following destinations with prices going as low as P600 for 30 days:
● Australia

● Canada

● Hong Kong

● Indonesia

● Japan

● Malaysia

● Singapore

● South Korea

● Taiwan

● Thailand

● USA

● Vietnam

● Maldives
For Prepaid and TM users traveling to other destinations, Globe also offers Roam All Net 99 with 30 mins of calls and 30 texts for one day. Available on GCash and GlobeOne, the offer covers 50 countries and territories around the world, including top OFW destinations like Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain. For details, visit this page.

Customers can register before their departure or upon arrival in the UAE, with the promo's validity commencing upon successful promo activation. Usage can be easily monitored through the GlobeOne app.

This initiative aligns with Globe's broader mission to connect Filipinos wherever they may be, bridging geographical distances and fostering stronger relationships through seamless communication.

To learn more about Globe’s Roaming offers, visit https://www.globe.com.ph/.

LOVE DIVING: DOT launches Philippine Dive Experience in Anilao, Batangas

The maiden Philippine Dive Experience was formally inaugurated with the symbolic Banging of Air Tanks, led by Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco alongside esteemed members of the diplomatic corps in Anilao, Mabini, Batangas on Thursday (November 27) to reinforce the Philippines’ position as a premier global destination for diving and marine biodiversity exploration.

(From left to right) Vietnam Ambassador Lai Binh and wife Mme. Nguyen Thuy, Thailand Ambassador Tull Traisorat, Malaysia Ambassador Malik Melvin, New Zealand Ambassador Dr. Catherin McIntosh, India Ambassador Harsh Kumar Jain and wife Mme. Vandana Jain, DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and her son, Bangladesh Ambassador F. M. Borhan Uddin, South Korea Ambassador Lee Sang Hwa and wife Mme. Lee Eun Hwa, Laos Ambassador Sonexay Vannaxay, and Sri Lanka Ambassador Chanaka Talpahewa show the “love” gesture during the launch of the first Philippine Dive Experience program in the popular dive destination Anilao in Mabini, Batangas on November 28, 2024. Photo by the Department of Tourism

The tourism chief was joined by high-ranking diplomats including South Korean Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Lee Sang Hwa, Bangladesh Ambassador to the Philippines H.E F.M Borhan Uddin, Indian Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Harsh Kumar Jain, Lao-PDR Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Sonexay Vannaxay, Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Malik Melvin, New Zealand Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Catherine McIntosh, Sri Lanka Ambassador to the Philippines H.E Chanaka Talpahewa, Thailand Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Tull Traisorat, Vietnam Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Lai Binh, as well as diplomatic and consular corps from Cambodia, China, France, Indonesia, and the United States of America.

DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco introduces the Philippine Dive Experience program, saying “The Philippine dive experience is not just about exploring the depths of our oceans. It's about celebrating the depth of our culture, the strength of our partnerships and the warmth and love of the Filipino people.” Photo by the Department of Tourism

The DOT celebrated a banner year for Philippine diving, earning the title of World’s Leading Dive Destination for the sixth consecutive year at the World Travel Awards. The country also received accolades such as Best Dive Destination at the TripZilla Excellence Awards and Best Diving Destination at the Diving Resort Travel Show.

DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco (middle, in white attire) shows the “love” sign while her fellow DOT officials, those from the local government of Mabini municipality and Batangas province, and ambassadors from Vietnam, South Korea, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, New Zealand and India, among others, cheer on during the launch of the inaugural Philippine Dive Experience program in popular dive destination Anilao in Mabini, Batangas on November 28, 2024. Photo by the Department of Tourism

Certified divers explored Anilao’s vibrant underwater landscapes, including the LOVE Reef—an artificial reef created through community-driven conservation efforts. Non-divers were introduced to the underwater world through guided scuba experiences, offering an immersive glimpse into the Philippines’ marine treasures.

A coastal cleanup at Anilao Pier emphasized the DOT’s commitment to sustainable tourism.


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