BRUNO MARS & DAVID GUETTA UNVEIL “VERSACE ON THE FLOOR (BRUNO MARS vs. DAVID GUETTA)

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EXCLUSIVE REMIX OF CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED SONG

AVAILABLE NOW AT ALL DSPs AND STREAMING SERVICES

STREAM: https://warnermusicph.lnk.to/VersaceRemixEC/spotify

Multiple GRAMMY® Award-winning musicians/producers Bruno Mars and David Guetta announce the release of “Versace on the Floor (Bruno Mars vs. David Guetta)” – the official remix to Mars’ latest critically acclaimed song, available now via all DSPs and streaming services (LINK).

The third and most recent track from Mars’ hugely successful platinum third album, 24K Magic, “Versace On The Floor” is already an RIAA gold-certified smash despite having only impacted at multi-format radio earlier this month. Additionally, the official audio stream has racked up more than 117 million plays on YouTube alone.

Now, the track receives an official remix treatment from the globally renowned producer/DJ David Guetta. With a rhythmic, riff-heavy bassline underpinning Mars’ soaring and seductive vocals, the track also features synthesized electronic breaks, creating an arrangement that seamlessly blends the musicianship of both artists.

Of his experience remixing Mars’ hit single, “I’m super proud that I had the opportunity to work with Bruno Mars on ‘Versace on the Floor.’ It is more than a remix; it is a collaboration and combination of different worlds together. My goal was to make it more dance and DJ friendly, but still respect the music that he came with, and keep the song and his voice in tact because it’s so beautiful. I hoped to create something that would not just be for one community, just like Bruno makes quality music that speaks to a wide audience. He’s really a next level musician and songwriter. I knew that already, but by working on his music I realized it even more so. ”

Recently, Guetta and Mars opened and closed (respectively) the Billboard Music Awards, with Guetta performing “Light My Body Up” alongside frequent collaborator Nicki Minaj, and Mars closing the show with the television debut of “Versace On The Floor.” Bruno Mars gave an electrifying opening performance on Sunday night at the BET Awards and won his first BET Award for Best R&B/Pop Male Artist.

Guetta and Mars are no strangers to the top of this summer’s charts, with “That’s What I Like,” coming in at #1 on Billboard’s “Radio Songs,” “Top R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay,” “Hot R&B Songs,” and “R&B Streaming Songs” charts, while also holding strong at #3 on the overall “Hot 100.” The single – which previously ascended to #1 on the “Hot 100” (Mars’ seventh single to top the main chart) – is now certified 3x platinum by the RIAA, marking sales and streams in excess of 3 million.

Likewise, Guetta’s collaboration with Justin Bieber released just two weeks ago – “2U” – is already a Top 20 smash in the U.S., while rocking the Top 5 and Top 10 on charts around the globe. 

Furthermore, the track’s official “2U (The Victoria’s Secret Angels Lip Sync)” companion visual has logged nearly 48 million views.

ONLY A FEW DAYS AWAY TIL’ ONE OF THE BIGGEST KPOP MUSIC FESTIVALS IN THE PHILIPPINES

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Brought to you by KIRIN, in partnership with LUMOS E&M and All Access Productions

This July, experience a one of a kind K-Pop show that’s heart stopping and super action packed as KIRIN, in partnership with LUMOS E&M and All Access Productions bring you another K-Pop concert that you will never forget.

Mission I: Super Pop Con 2017 is happening on July 7, 2017 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. This show brings some of the hottest K-Pop groups in one super event, including B1A4, B.A.P, BTOB, Pentagon VIXX, B.I.G and KRIESHA. This is one event you would definitely not want to miss out on.

Tickets are available via SM Tickets and online via www.smtickets.com. Ticket prices range from SVIP – P8925, VIP – P6825, Gold – P4725, Silver – P3150, and Gen Ad – P1575. Fans can also know about the latest promos and contests about Super Pop Con 2017 by subscribing to All Access Productions’ social media pages.

This event is not only a super charged K-Pop concert but also an event that will help spread awareness KIRIN’s special collaboration with the local party – PDP Laban as they work together in creating more drug rehabilitation and renewal centers and sites across the country. This event is not just for the benefit KPop fans in the country but also serves a greater purpose in our country’s fight against drugs.

Make sure to tag us and find more news and updates about this super event by using the hashtag “#SuperPopConPH2017”

To know more about this exciting event, make sure to following All Access Productions on these social media sites:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllAccessProdPH/

Twitter: @allaccessprodph

Instagram: @allaccessproduction

Website: www.allaccessproduction.ph

Arnel Pineda: The 50th Birthday Concert

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September 5, 2017/ 7:00 PM
Grand Ballroom, Okada Manila

Partake in a heartfelt celebration of Arnel Pineda’s colorful life as he turns 50. The Filipino rockstar is marking his golden year with an intimate birthday dinner show at Okada Manila, where he will be singing the songs of his life. The night’s setlist follows Arnel’s life story, from his beginnings in local bands to conquering the world stage as frontman of the legendary Journey. The artist will delight the audience with renditions of his personal favorites and original compositions. Surprise performances await both the audience and the artist himself.  With acclaimed video and event director Paul Basinillo at the helm, the night will surely create lasting impressions for those in attendance.

Our Cause

Arnel’s humble beginnings has shaped him into a man of goodwill. Majority of the event’s proceeds will go to the Arnel Pineda Foundation, Inc. (APFI), a non-stock, non profit, and independent foundation that provides underprivileged children quality education, health services and medical attention. Arnel and his family personally oversee the Foundation and are always present in its events.

 

The Celebrant

Arnel Pineda is the lead singer of celebrated American rock band, Journey. Since landing the coveted gig in 2007, he has showcased his powerful pipes at the biggest venues including the Hollywood Bowl, Wembley Arena, and Tokyo Budokan. He has collaborated with the likes of Foreigner, Deep Purple, Santana, Joan Jett, Rascal Flatts among others.

Arnel was born on September 5, 1967 in Sampaloc, Manila. After his mother’s illness and eventual death put the family in a dire financial situation, he volunteered to live independently, taking on odd jobs to provide for himself at the age of 14. At 15, he became the lead singer of the band, Ijos. In 1986, along with some members of Ijos, he formed Ammo and the band went on to win the Rock Wars contest. In 1988, Ammo won the Philippine leg of the Yamaha World Band Explosion and competed in Hong Kong for the finals.  In 1990, Pineda and other Ammo members formed another band called Intensity Five which came first runner-up at the Yamaha World Band Explosion, with Arnel winning Best Vocalist. Arnel also fronted the bands New Age, 9mm, Most W@nted, and Zoo.

Our Venue

Okada Manila impresses anyone who enters its halls. This biggest and grandest integrated resort in the country occupies an astounding 44 hectares of land in the Entertainment City. With a five-star hotel, a wealth of dining destinations, exciting retail options, and gaming experiences, Okada sets the bar high in the hospitality and gaming scene.

Tickets

Tickets to the event are now out at Ticketworld branches and online at ticketworld.com.ph. A seat is PHP 7,040.40, inclusive of a full-course sit-down dinner and covering tax and other mandated charges.  For inquiries, get in touch with Up North Productions at upnorthproductionsinc@gmail.com, or at mobile number +63 917 652 7463. 

Ed Sheeran tops the first-ever Billboard Philippines Hot 100, while local singer Inigo Pascual leads the Billboard Philippine Top 20

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Check out the link to the video of first BillboardPH local chart.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeOpm48v8_M&sns=em

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Billboard’s charts have expanded to the Philippines. Billboard Philippines (“BillboardPH”) recently premiered (June 12) the country’s first rankings reflecting local music consumption.

Using localized on-demand streaming data from global services Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube, plus download track sales from iTunes, BillboardPH’s new charts provide the most accurate representation of music popularity in the Philippines.

Leading BillboardPH’s chart offerings is the BillboardPH Hot 100, which ranks the top songs by both local and foreign acts. The Billboard Philippine Top 20, meanwhile, will contain only Filipino artists, and the Billboard PH Catalog Chart will list songs by Filipino acts that are older than three years, but still being actively streamed.

Ed Sheeran commands the No. 1 spot on the BillboardPH Hot 100 with “Shape of You,” while Bruno Mars and The Chainsmokers each place a pair of tracks each in the top 10.  Also occupying spaces in the Hot 100 top 10 are DJ Khaled's “I’m the One," featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper & Lil Wayne, at No. 3, and the current Billboard Hot 100 U.S. No. 1 hit “Despacito,” by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber, at No. 5.

The Billboard Philippine 20 is led by Inigo Pascual’s “Dahil Sa’Yo,” with singer/actress Jona holding down two spots in the top 10, at Nos. 3 and 4, with “Pusong Ligaw” and "Maghihintay Ako,” respectively. Also faring well on the local list is rock/fusion band Sud, which stands at No. 2 with “Sila.”

Billboard PH, launched in September 2016, has quickly become the premier source of music coverage in Philippines. The addition of local charts to a menu already including the U.S.-based Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200, among others, further emphasizes the site as the go-to place for Filipino music fans.  The Billboard PH charts refresh each Monday morning local time.

GOLD AND PLATINUM RECORD AWARDS PRESENTED TO PAROKYA NI EDGAR ON ASAP PINOY

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Once again, Parokya ni Edgar have proven that they are indeed the "Pambansang Banda ng Bayan" when they received not just one but two awards last Sunday on ASAP noontime show.

The first recognition is a Gold Record for their 10th album "Pogi Years Old"which includes the hits "Lagi Mong Tatandaan," "Sing," (a collab with Rico Blanco) among others. The second award is a Platinum Record for "Bente" a compilation album featuring all their chartbusting singles that have dominated the airwaves over the years, which also includes two new songs.

The awards were presented to the band by Universal Records’ General Manager Kathleen Dy Go, immediately after they were given a tribute by ASAP featuring performances of Parokya's hits by Philippines’ top OPM Acts Gary V, Elmo and Arkin Magalona, Sarah Geronimo, Daniel Padilla, Angeline Quinto, KZ Tandingan, Darren Espanto, Kyle Echarri, Kean Cipriano and Ney Dimaculangan on a special segment called ASAP Pinoy. 

Gloc-9 celebrates 20th Year in OPM, renews ties with Universal Records

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Gloc-9 is celebrating his 20^th year in the Philippine music industry and to mark 

the milestone, the multi-awarded rap icon has renewed his ties with his former 

label Universal Records.

“Universal is family. Yung mga trabaho ko dati, mga ginawa ko noon, maganda 

ang naging relationship namin. With family, you treasure the relationship you 

have,” says Gloc – 9, who is currently recording songs for his brand new EP called Rotondaunder Universal Records.

The five-track EP, set to be released soon, will feature mostly collaborations with 

OPM artists. These include the track Rotonda and the album’s carrier single Ice 

Tubig, a collaboration with Mike Luis.

“Ito ay tungkol sa isang babae na ang kanyang puso ay parang ice tubig”, shares Gloc-9 as he expresses his excitement over his new project in his new home.

Ice Tubig will also be the first music video that will be released by Gloc-9 from his new EP.

For updates on the release of Gloc – 9’s latest single and music video Ice Tubig, 

follow Universal Records on Facebook at facebook.com/universalrecordsp

hfanpageor on Twitter at @universalrecph.

DAVID GUETTA & JUSTIN BIEBER RELEASE ‘2U’

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LISTEN HERE: https://open.spotify.com/track/3A7qX2QjDlPnazUsRk5y0M

No stranger to superstar collaborations, David Guetta has now teamed up with international icon and Def Jam Recordings superstar Justin Bieber for his latest single ‘2U’ – out now via all digital service providers through Parlophone/Warner. 

Global superstars David Guetta and Justin Bieber have an innate ability to turn any track into a chart-topping smash and that can certainly be seen on ‘2U’. Working his magic once more, the internationally renowned producer stays true to his signature fusion of electronic and urban beats; weaving in Justin Bieber’s distinctive and sublime vocals, for a track that is guaranteed to be the anthem of summer 2017 and beyond. The collaboration between the two is surely to become one of the biggest of this year. 

David Guetta: ‘’Justin has such a unique voice and I have so much respect for his talent but also for his choices. He took some risks reinventing himself lately in such a cool amazing creative way. I'm very proud to finally share a record with him. I feel like 2U is an incredible combination of emotion energy with a huge melody combined with edgy sounds.’’

After the smashing announcement with the help of Victoria’s Secret last week, the official release of the track today has arrived with another special video treatment from their models.

ED SHEERAN ANNOUNCES TOUR DATES ACROSS ASIA!

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MANILA, MOA CONCERT GROUNDS  

7 NOVEMBER 2017 TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, 10^th JUNE 2017, 10AM

 ED CONTINUES TO DOMINATE THE CHARTS WORLDWIDE WITH
“SHAPE OF YOU” & “CASTLE ON THE HILL” (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

 ÷ (DIVIDE) OUT NOW

  

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(Manila, 8 June)—AEG Presents and Ovation Productions are excited to announce that celebrated singer songwriter Ed Sheeran is bringing his highly anticipated World Tour to Manila on 7 November 2017 at the MOA Concert Grounds. Tickets for the show priced at P13040, 11450, 8290, 4060, 3010, 1950 will be sold starting 10 June 2017 at www.smtickets.com.

The touring news comes straight off the back of a phenomenal few weeks for 26-year-old Ed Sheeran. Kicking-off music in 2017 and delivering the biggest musical comeback in recent years, Ed’s dual singles “Shape Of You” and“Castle On The Hill” have taken the globe by storm, hitting the #1 and #2 spots across the charts worldwide while seeing the Suffolk native break a magnitude of records along the way. On course to cement his third week at #1 & #2 respectively in the UK’s Official Singles Chart tomorrow [Ed made OCC history as the first-ever artist to land the two spots respectively with two brand new tracks], Ed recently conquered more milestones in the USA after landing his first-ever #1 as a performer on the Billboard Hot 100 with "Shape Of You" - with "Castle On The Hill" sitting closely behind at #6 on the chart, Ed also became the first artist to debut in Billboard's 'Top 10' with two songs simultaneously. Not to mention the huge assortment of Spotify records broken by the troubadour this month, making history with their biggest-ever ‘one week’ and ‘one day’ streams for a track, globally with “Shape Of You” (the records were previously held by Drake’s “One Dance” and Adele’s “Hello”, respectively). Moreover, Ed topped the streaming service’s biggest-ever opening 24 hour streams with both singles, surpassing previous title holders, One Direction. Reaching 132 combined #1 iTunes positions around the world and accomplishing Apple Music’s biggest-ever ‘day’ and ‘one week’ streams, the two singles have accumulated over 370 MILLION worldwide streams to date. Launched on Monday, Ed’s official video for “Castle On The Hill”, which was shot in his native Framlingham, Suffolk, has already reached over 10 million hits!

In addition to Ed’s epic rise with his recorded music, the Suffolk-born artist has also broken records in the live sphere over recent years. In July 2015 Ed took to the stage of Wembley Stadium, solo, becoming the first-ever artist to headline the prestigious venue without a band - with just his trademark loop pedal and guitar – seeing him play to 240,000 people over three consecutive sold-out nights! Securing a very special collaboration with Sir Elton John on the opening night, Ed followed with the release of his live DVD ‘Jumpers for Goalposts’ at the end of 2015, documenting the lead-up and live performances from the Wembley weekend. Moreover, not only has Ed caught the headlines with his phenomenal solo concerts, he's also been involved in an array of spellbinding collaborative performances over his career to date, further proving his colossal status in the musical world - in 2012, Ed performed at the London Olympics' closing ceremony alongside members of Pink Floyd and Genesis for a very special version of "Wish You Were Here" and in 2015, Ed shared the stage with Beyonce and Gary Clark Jr. at that year's Grammy tribute for Stevie Wonder.

Ed Sheeran’s genre-defying third studio album ÷ (divide) was released on 3^rd March through Asylum/Atlantic Records (available now). 

TOUR DATES

October                                                  

Sun 22                    Taipei

Wed 25                  Osaka

Sun 29                    Seoul

Tues 31                  Tokyo

November                                                  

Wed 1                    Tokyo

Sat 4                       Hong Kong

Sun 5                      Hong Kong

Tue 7                      Manila

Thu 9                      Jakarta                   

Sat 11                     Singapore

Sun 12                    Singapore                               

Tue 14                    Kuala Lumpur      

Thu 16                   Bangkok

Sun 19                    Mumbai                  

Thu 23                    Dubai                                      

Philippine Y.O.U. Dance Crew bags 2nd Place at K-POP COVER DANCE FESTIVAL 2017

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#KCDF2017 generated 600,000 video views on Twitter and Periscope

5 June 2017, MANILA – Twitter is the best place for KPop fans to see what’s happening and what the world is talking about. The KPOP Cover Dance Festival 2017 (@KPOPCoverDance) concluded over the weekend and generated more than 600,000 video views on Twitter and Periscope. In this competition, the Philippine Y.O.U dance crew bagged the second spot after competing with the 10 finalist teams from Hong Kong, Indonesia, Mexico, Russia, Japan, United States, Vietnam, and of course South Korea.

Filipinos went to Twitter to show their support for the team and to congratulate Y.O.U for making it into the final leg of the competition.

Russian cover dance group X.EAST (@xeast_dance) was crowned winner of the coveted Twitter Popular Choice Award at the K-Pop Cover Dance Festival 2017 (@KPOPCoverDance). The cover dance group successfully rallied fans to vote and Tweet their respective team hashtags, and garnered over 32,000 interactions and more than 9,600 video views on Twitter since the voting started on 26 May 2017.

As part of the K-Pop Cover Dance Festival experience, over 219,000 fans worldwide caught the competition’s semi-finals live on Twitter and Periscope. The semi-final live broadcast received more than 257,000 Hearts and also saw K-Pop band K.A.R.D. (@K.A.R.D.) performing alongside the competition’s semi-finalists.

The top four teams from Russia, US, South Korea and the Philippines went on to the competition’s finals on June 3 - which gathered 259,600 views and more than 327,000 Hearts on Periscope and Twitter  and they will be the opening act for Dream Concert 2017.

Know No Better (feat. Quavo & Camila Cabelo) Major Lazer

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Major Lazer released a surprise, six-track EP,Know No Better, alongside the new single “Know No Better” featuring Travis Scott, Camila Cabello and Quavo.

The EP comes two years to the day after the band’s groundbreaking LP Peace is the Mission, and expands upon the group’s global sound, taking inspiration from their travels to Pakistan, Cuba, South America, Africa and more while paying homage to their island roots.

Know No Better finds the trio collaborating with artists from the world over who share their mission of “making the world smaller by making the party bigger.” Jillionaire’s fellow TrinidadianMachel Montano makes an appearance, while Jamaican artists Busy Signal, Sean Paul and Konshens join their countryman Walshy Fire. As ever, Diplo’s Florida-bred, globe-trotting sensibilities introduce a plethora of global sounds to the music.

CareDivas Returns With Original Cast this July

I first watched CareDivas last February the 14^th. I was told that this was one of PETA’s productions with reruns besides Rak Of Aegis. CareDivas tells about five OFWs transgenders who juggles work between caregiving and Sing & Dance act in Israel.

Besides the comedy, there are realities shown here about situation of OFWs abroad regardless of gender preference. This is why POEA is giving passes to OFW families for this latest run of CareDivas. In addition to this, the original cast is reunited for this run including Jerome Napoles.

CareDivas will run for the whole month of July. The original music is composed by Vince De Jesus. This is also part of PETA’s 50^th year. For more musical productions, follow this blog and like L.E.N.S. blogs on Facebook.