Michael Jackson's Daughter, Paris, Visits Ellen Degeneres Show

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I've watched a very special and enjoyable TV episode program of  The Ellen Degeneres Show last week!

Michael Jackson's daughter Paris Jackson has given her first-ever solo interview in an episode of 'The Ellen Degeneres Show' which aired December 15, 2011.  

Paris chatted with Ellen about many things revealing herself, the best advice her father ever gave her,  her new film project, her attempt at having a "normal" childhood.

Paris explained what it felt like for herself and her siblings, Prince and Blanket, to wear disguises for most of their young lives.

"I'm like, 'this is stupid. why am I wearing a mask?' But I kind of realized the older I got like he only tried to protect us and he'd explain that to us too," she said.

"I do have like a regular childhood," Paris said.  "I mean, I'm treated the same. When I came to my new school, they didn't know who I was. I was like, 'Yes, I have a chance to be normal."

Paris will voice the lead character in the upcoming action-animation hybrid as Lundon, a human in this  fantasy adventure in which "sea magic turns a dolphin into a human, a teenage boy into a dragonfly and a loving jellyfish queen into an evil fairy godmother."  This is "Lundon's Bridge and the Three Keys," an adaptation of the fantasy series based on writer Dennis Christen's novels.

When Ellen asked her any memorable advice from father gave her.  She said, 

"If I die tomorrow, always remember what I told you.' and I took his advice and I remember everything that he told me."

“Krismas Mas Mas Masaya"- TV5 Christmas Station ID 2011

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“Krismas Mas Mas Masaya"  is one of the  happiest Christmas Station ID of  2011. 

All major stars are now with TV5, They are Sharon Cuneta, Comedy King Dolphy Quizon, Aga Muhlach, Alice Dixson, Edu Manzano, Joey de Leon, Vic Sotto,  couple Richard Gomez and Lucy, Ruffa Gutierrez, Ryan Agoncillo, Willie Revillame and Superstar Nora Aunor. They are leading TV5’s growing family in this Christmas station ID, fostering joy and unity among Kapatids across the country this season. 

Simbang Gabi : Filipino Christmas Tradition

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"Simbang Gabi" or Mass at Dawn, is a nine-day Novena to prepare for the birth of Christ. Since the Mass is celebrated when it is still dark, Simbang Gabi can also mean Mass at Night.  a Filipino Christmas tradition, it is is a series of nine dawn masses, the mass starts as early as 4:00 a.m. It begins on December 16 and ends on the midnight of the 24th of December, which is the midnight mass.

The Nativity Scene or "Belen" is displayed in preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. It shows Baby Jesus in a manger with Mother Mary and St. Joseph. There are shepherds and farm animals. A complete scenario of the Belen includes the three wise men carrying their gifts to Infant Jesus and the star of Bethlehem that guided them in their journey.

The Roman Catholic churches across the nation start to open their doors shortly before the break of dawn to welcome the faithfuls to the Simbang Gabi mass. The church bells start ringing as early as three o' clock waking people up so they can get ready for the four o'clock dawn mass.

Simbang Gabi is not just a tradition that is the most important religious significance for those who attend Simbang Gabi, to be nourished with faith.

It is the perfect time to ponder how this truth influences our thoughts, actions and spiritual lives.

The Simbang Gabi is also seen as a way of requesting blessings from the Lord,as most people believe that if one completes the whole series of nine dawn masses, wishes will be granted.

Mission: Impossible — Ghost Protocol

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Director Brad Bird  and Producer J.J. Abrams bring us the action packed, entertainment event of the holiday season with "Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol."

This is the 2011 spy film , the 4th installment in the Mission Impossible series. It stars Tom Cruise, who reprises his role of IMF Agent Ethan Hunt, and is director Brad Bird's first live-action film. Ghost Protocol was written by André Nemec and Josh Appelbaum, and produced by Cruise, J. J. Abrams  and Bryan Burk.

Mission: Impossible — Ghost Protocol is the most fun you'll have at an action movie this season, maybe even the whole year. Tom Cruise is truly at his best as Ethan Hunt, and in the five years since MI3, everything from the stunts to the gadgets have gotten flashier while the A-list star at the centre is still bringing his A game.

The IMF is shut down when it's implicated in a global terrorist bombing plot. Ghost Protocol is initiated and Ethan Hunt must go undercover to clear their organization's name. This time around, they are forced to go rogue when the IMF is disbanded, and he's left with a team including goofy, techy Benji (Simon Pegg), sexy but heartbroken Jane (Paula Patton), and the mysterious Brandt (Jeremy Renner).

You have never seen a mission grittier and more intense than this. The action scenes in Ghost Protocol really showcase Cruise. Ghost Protocol is flashy in the best way possible, and the scenes shot at the world's tallest building in Dubai.

 Tom Cruise - Ethan Hunt, the team's leader and the protagonist of the film series.

Jeremy Renner - as William Brandt,an IMF desk analyst who hides numerous secrets and is forced to work with Hunt's team. 

Simon Pegg- Benji Dunn, an IMF technical field agent and part of Hunt's team.

 Paula Patton-Jane Carter, a member of Hunt's team.

Michael Nyqvist- Kurt Hendricks,a Russian nuclear strategist and the film's primary antagonist.

Vladimir Mashkov- Anatoly Sidirov,a Russian intelligence operative following Hunt and his team.

Samuli Edelmann- as Wistrom, Hendricks' right-hand man.

Anil Kapoor- Brij Nath, a rich Indian businessman

Josh Holloway-as Trevor Hanaway, an IMF agent killed on assignment in Budapest.

Léa Seydoux - as Sabine Moreau, a French assassin for hire.

Tom Wilkinson - the IMF Secretary

Ving Rhames- in a cameo appearance as Ethan's colleague Luther Stickell.

Michelle Monaghan- in a cameo appearance as Julia Mead, Ethan's wife

Mission: Impossible — Ghost Protocol Trailer

Ethan Hunt quote :  Mission accomplished!

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Mang Inasal music advocacy releases four music videos

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FILIPINO fast food chain Mang Inasal has released the first batch of the most-awaited music videos of its Mang Aawit Music Advocacy Program grantees.

The well-produced music videos of breakthrough OPM (Original Pilipino Music) artists Myrus, Aries Sales, Arnee Hidalgo and boy band 1:43 (one forty-three) have premiered in the more than 400 Mang Inasal branches across the Philippines.

“The Mang Inasal Mang Aawit Music Advocacy Program has yielded four exquisite and heartwarming songs and music videos from no less than the most talented breed of Filipino recording artists today,” said Mang Inasal General Manager Bong Abela.

“We hope that these distinctly OPM songs will become a part of the everyday lives of our loyal patrons just like their favorite Mang Inasal food,” he added.

New music videos

OPM pop heartthrobs 1:43, composed of Anjo Resurreccion, Kim Nicolas, Goldmon Aquino, and Yuki Sakamoto, present a classic love song titled “Sa Isang Sulyap Mo” in their music video. Written by Myrus and arranged by Jonathan Ong of SonicState Studio, the track is about how a simple glance can make someone fall in love.

After making their fans go gaga over their debut album “Time for Love”, Yuki, Gold, Kim, and Anjo show their romantic side in the new video as they sing the heart-felt lines: Sa isang sulyap mo ay nabihag ako/ para bang himala ang lahat ng ito/ Sa isang sulyap mo/ nabighani ako/ nabalot ng pag-asa ang puso.

The boys of 1:43 have steadily grown their fan base, beginning with a posting of their very first digital single “Merry Christmas Na!” on YouTube back in November 2010. That video has been viewed more than 100,000 times.

This generated even more interest for the group. Their second single “Pag-ibig Na Kaya” was released via Youtube as well and is now above the 56,000-hits mark.

These video releases on the Web were followed by a series of mall shows and campus tours where fans of 1:43 were finally able to meet their idols. All in all, these activities helped secure their fan base online (their Facebook fan page now has about 38,000 followers) and off-line as well. 

Another Mang Inasal Music grantee is acoustic heartthrob Aries Sales. His music video“Miss Masungit” features the 23-year old singer-songwriter from Davao City as he tries to charm actress Kathleen Hermosa. Aries’ love struck character follows her around and woos her with his love songs. He does everything just to make papansin to the apple of his eye.

Aries is musical prodigy who is as skilled with his singing as with his guitar playing. While his guitar skills are nothing short of amazing, his voice is equally impressive for its range, versatility and emotional power. He is also a talented songwriter.

Aries performs a wide range of musical genres from pop to folk, to jazz and hip-hop. He is simply one of the most well rounded musicians in the business today and is an all-around entertainer during live performances.

Aries performs a wide range of musical genres from pop to folk, to jazz and hip-hop. He is simply one of the most well rounded musicians in the business today and is an all-around entertainer during live performances.

His music video likewise features Bekimon, who plays the role of Kathleen’s best friend. Do Aries and Kathleen end up together? Watch the video to find out.

There is also the music video of Myrus where he performs his own composition titled “Pusong Lito”. It is about a guy who is torn between two beauties—Stephanie Dan and Cai Cortez. This new single is the modern day “Sana Dalawa ang Puso Ko”, which was a huge hit in the 90s.

Myrus first gained a following for the expressiveness and velvety quality of his voice—this earned him an initial following for his ballads. His exceptional vocal skills leave audiences in awe once he displays its tremendous range and flexibility—qualities that are best heard when he starts singing his RnB, jazz and rock repertoire live onstage.

Myrus’ previous album "Love Cycle" and its repackaged version are Certified Gold Records by Sony Music. He is also a dedicated advocate of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) and is the project head of the “Tunog Natin” all-OPM concert series. 

Arnee Hidalgo’s heart-breaking love song called “Bakit Ba?” completes the first batch of the videos for the music advocacy program. Her music video featuring model-actor Victor Aliwalas, presents the different ways that couples end their relationships across various eras in history.

Arnee has been dubbed as “the Philippines’ RnB Siren” ever since she recorded her own version of the Francis M. original hit “Cold Summer Nights”. She has become one of the most sought-after Filipino performers locally and abroad. She is a winner of several awards including Voice of Asia 2002 Silver Prize Winner and Most Beautiful Contestant Special Award; 2003 Campus Radio 97.1 OPM Artist of the Year, and 2004 Meg Magazine Breakthrough Artist.

Mang Aawit program

The Mang Aawit Music Advocacy Program was launched a few months ago to help revive the local music industry by developing new and exciting OPM talents. This program provides opportunities and resources to eight groundbreaking Filipino singers and songwriters so they can continue recording new and original songs.

“The Mang Aawit Music Advocacy Program is about continuing the legacy of OPM. Only when we support the young artists can we make sure that Filipino music will go on for generations to come,” said Abela.

For Myrus, the Mang Aawit music grants are valuable opportunities that help build the careers of young artists like him.

“Every young artist has to struggle to make it in this industry. There are just so many talented Filipino musicians and singers—but not enough venues for them to show their talents. The Mang Aawit music grant is a great encouragement to young artists; it gives us the once-in-a-lifetime chance to finally share our music to a nationwide audience,” he said.

The second batch of Mang Aawit Music Advocacy Program artists who will soon release their videos are singers Sheng Belmonte and Stephanie Dan; alternative pop rock band Kiss Jane and radio DJ/singer/composer Onse.

“Producing the songs and music videos is a way of supporting and promoting OPM. They are going to be shown in all Mang Inasal branches nationwide so more Filipinos could listen to and appreciate new and original Filipino music recorded by our grantees,” Abela said.