Noel Cabangon, Gloc-9 receive Platinum Record Awards

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Platinum Singer-Songwriter Noel Cabangon and OPM Rap Genius Gloc-9 are undeniably two of the biggest OPM acts of today.

 

Last Sunday, May 4, during “ASAP 19,” Universal Records Managing Director Kathleen Dy-Go awarded Noel Cabangon with three record awards – Double Platinum for “Byahe,” Platinum for “Tuloy Ang Byahe,” Gold for “Acoustic Noel,” his latest release.

 

These albums, consistently top the music charts, contain Noel’s rendition of some of the most loved OPM classics.

 

On the other hand, Gloc-9 was also awarded a Platinum Record Award for his latest album “Liham at Lihim,” which included the hits “Magda,” “Takipsilim,” and “KMT.”

 

Recently, Gloc-9 spawned numerous awards at the 2014 MYX Music Awards.

Say ‘Happy Mother’s Day!’ with a song through SPINNR

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Making the number one woman in your life feel extra special this Mother’s Day need not be expensive. As they say, love and appreciation are not always measured by the price tag, but in the thought and dedication spent in making them.

 

With SPINNR, the country’s first music streaming app, you can creatively say “Happy Mother’s Day!” with a song by choosing from the millions of tracks currently available on the app.

 

But to make things easier for its users, SPINNR has curated all the best and most heartwarming songs sons and daughters can play to show their love and dedication to their moms come Sunday through the Mother’s Day playlist currently playable and downloadable through the SPINNR app and the spinnr.ph website.

 

Say thanks to mom for all those times she stood by you with “Because You Loved Me,” as performed by the cast of the hit TV series Glee. Let your mom know that you love her through and through with “A Song for Mama” by Boyz II Men. Make your mom feel that you’re always with her with “You’ll be in my heart” by Phil Collins.

 

If you’re feeling extra creative, come up with a video collage of all your precious times with your mom, set to the tune of “Mama” by the 90’s smash female pop group Spice Girls. Or if you feel like going the extra mile, why don’t you hook your phone up to a pair of speakers and perform “Mama’s Song” by Carrie Underwood live for her?

 

The possibilities are endless, and you can even mix and match songs from the SPINNR Mother’s Day playlist to give you inspiration. Other songs in the playlist include “My Girl” by The Temptations, “Thank You Mama” by Elton John, “Turn To You” by Justin Bieber, and “The Perfect Fan” by the Backstreet Boys, among many others.

 

Unlimited music streaming

With SPINNR, it’s now easier than ever to access these songs and play them for the most important woman of your life. At just P49 a month for SPINNR VIP access or P2.50 a day with no additional data charges, you get to enjoy unlimited stream of the entire Mother’s Day playlist on your SPINNR iOS or Android app—perfect for setting the mood during the Mother’s Day dinner you have planned.

 

But if you feel like giving a little bit more, why not ‘gift’ the song to your mom? For as low as P10 per track, you can click the gift icon beside any song on the SPINNR app or website, input your mom’s mobile number, and send a personalized message with the song which will show how much you love her. The corresponding amount will then be charged to your prepaid or postpaid account.

 

If you still don’t have a SPINNR account, simply log on to www.spinnr.ph or download the SPINNR app on your iOS or Android devices to get a free 15-day music streaming trial. SPINNR is open to all prepaid and postpaid users of Smart, Talk ‘N Text, and Sun Cellular nationwide.

 

Go the extra mile and teach your mom the wonders of music streaming on her phone! All it takes is 10 minutes to get her to enjoy a world of music wherever she goes. You can assist her with downloading the app on the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, registering for an account within the SPINNR app using her mobile number, and subscribing to an unlimited music streaming package right within the app.

 

So if you’re still looking for that most unique gift idea for mom this Mother’s Day, try giving her the gift of music instead—with the help of SPINNR and a dash of creativity, you’ll surely make her feel like the most beautiful woman in the world come Sunday

Johnoy Danao sells the music in first mainstream album

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Dubbed as the must-have OPM album of the year, Johnoy Danao’s first mainstream album Samu’t-Sari boasts of songs that tackle love in its different faces. This is Johnoy’s first album under a major record label, and he chose Universal Records to take care of his songs.

 

“Releasing an album independently was a great experience for me,” admits Johnoy. “But, I realized that working with a label, gives me a chance to reach a wider audience. Limited din kasi talaga pag ikaw lang mag-isa. Kahit anong sipag mo, may hangganan sa maaabot na tenga.”

 

Johnoy, who has established his own strong following in his years as an independent artist, is proud to be in the Universal Records’ roster of artists, which includes OPM President Ogie Alcasid and Noel Cabangon.

 

“I had a very pleasant experience working with Universal Records’ resident producer Ito Rapadas when we we were working on last year’s PhilPop album,” says Johnoy when asked why he chose Universal Records to be his first mainstream label. “Plus, I really respect the artists in the roster. They are the people I look up to. I am in good company.”

 

When asked what the buyers of his album should expect from the album, he quips, “Samu’t-Sari is my way of introducing my music to a wider audience.  It is never about me, my face, the visuals. It is all about the music, the voice.”

 

Johnoy adds, “iba’t-ibang kuwento ang napapaloob sa album na ‘to. Iba’t-ibang tunog rin ang maririnig. Pero, lahat nasa iisang tema ng pag-ibig. Kasama din dito ang mga Beer at Sundo, na parehong paboritong i-request sa akin sa mga gig.”

 

When asked why, of all OPM songs, he chose Beer and Sundo to be included in the album, he replies, “Ang ganda ng mga kantang ‘to. Ito yung mga kanta na alam mong pinag-isipan. Ito yung kanta na minsan iniisip ko na, ‘sana ako nagsulat nito.’”

 

Johnoy describes the entire album as easy listening, perfect for sentimental moments or road trips.

 

Johnoy considers Buntong-hininga and Bakuran two of his favorite cuts from the album.

 

“Buntong-hininga kasi magaan, maaliwalas, at napapanahon sa init ngayon,” describes Johnoy. “Bakuran (his collaboration with Aiza Seguerra) naman at sumasalamin sa kung paano tayo lahat nagmamahal.”

 

Johnoy is also happy that his version of the 2013 PhilPop entry Kung Di Man is included in the album. The song, which was interpreted by Ney Dimaculangan in the festival, was 1^st runner-up in last year’s PhilPop.

 

Ikaw At Ako, perhaps the most notable Johnoy Danao song, is also included in the album. The said song was used as theme in one of the episodes of Maalaala Mo Kaya.

 

Johnoy expressed pride over his Samu’t-Sari album because he added different elements in every song in the album.

 

He cites, “we used Tuba in Salubong, Bassoon for Malayang Bilanggo… All songs have their own individual highlights.”

Al Gatmaitan " IN PURSUIT OF A DREAM "

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Every artist have dreams to pursue, but it is how one conquers those dreams that make a difference. Over the last couple of months, AL GATMAITAN, one of the country’s topnotch tenors was quietly working on a dream project to further hone his craft as a theater actor.

Embarking on a major decision to widen Al Gatmaitan’s horizons, and to further advance his studies, he passed a rigorous audition process and was selected to be part of the New York University Steinhardt School for Music and Performing Arts Professions this coming June. 

But before he takes a bite of the Big Apple, catch AL GATMAITAN: IN PURSUIT OF A DREAM – a special fund raising concert presented by The Philippine Opera Company and Grupo Reposo, in collaboration with LRI Design Plaza set on May 14 and 23, 2014. With Karl Estudillo, collaborative pianist, directed by Will Fredo.

The concert on May 14, 2014 (7:30 p.m.), will be at The Opera Haus located at 3657 Bautista Street, Brgy. Palanan, Makati. Special guest artists include: TV, film and stage actress Ms. Ayen Munji-Laurel, Sopranos Karla Gutierrez, Gabri Panlilio, and Janine Santos; Tenor Nazer Salcedo, Baritone Lawrence Jatayna and Mezzo Soprano Clarissa Ocampo.

The concert on May 23, 2014 (7:30 p.m.), will be at LRI Design Plaza located at 210 Nicanor Garcia St., Brgy. Bel Air II, Makati. Special guest artists include: Soprano Gabri Panlilio, Mezzo Soprano Clarissa Ocampo, Soprano and stage actress Tricia Amper-Jimenez, Film, Tv and stage actress Liza Dino, Singer and songwriter Aiza Seguerra, and World renowned concert pianist Raul Sunico.

AL GATMAITAN has trained at the UP College of Music Major in Voice and experiences in acting from various theatre groups such as Dulaang UP, UP Playwrights, Trumpets, Spazio Teatro and Teatro Calabria in Italy and PETA(Philippine Educational Theatre Association) where he started his career, honed him to be what he is today.

His three years of stay in Italy for language studies, bonded with rigid vocal and acting training from highly renowned masters of the arts in full bright scholarships proved that these people believe in what he can do. He has been part of several telenovelas in ABS-CBN, appeared for the highly-acclaimed movie musicale, Emir, and the Mistress for Star Cinema. His first major film under HUBO Productions, In Nomine Matris (In The Name of The Mother) was part of the Metro Manila Film Festival 2012 under the New Wave Category.

In theatre productions, AL played the Tenor for Philippine Opera Company's Master Class and he has been part of the successful runs of Ang Bagong Harana under the direction of Mr. Floy Quintos. He covered as Roger Davis for Nine Works Theatrical Production of Rent, he collaborated with Tanghalang Pilipino for Banaag at Sikat (under Ms. Jose Estrella) and Noli Me Tangere 2011 (under Mr. Audie Gemora) where he was nominated as Best Male Featured in a Musicale for PhilStage's Gawad Buhay Awards. And he has been nominated twice in Aliw Awards for Best New Male Classical Performer and Best Actor in a Musicale. Last 2013, he played Kuya Boy for Bit by Bit's production "Maxie the Musicale."

A diverse repertoire of songs such as: “EMPIRE STATE OF MIND”

(from Alicia Keys – “The Element of Freedom" by Janet Sewell, Angela Hunte, Shawn Carter, Sylvia Robinson, Burt Keyes, Alicia Keys and Alexander Shuckburgh); UNA FURTIVA LAGRIMA (from L’Elisir d’amore (Gaetano Donizetti); LAMENTO DI FEDERICO ("È la solita storia del pastore" from L’Arlesiana by Francesco Cilea); WHEELS OF A DREAM (from "Ragtime" Wheels of A Dream by Stephen Flaherty; Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens); ALL I ASK OF YOU (from The Phantom of the Opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber); NASAAN KA IROG (Nicanor Abelardo, Arranged by Ryan Cayabyab); ANG PAG-IBIG MO (Leopoldo Silos); I BELIEVE (Words and Music by Eric Levi), and much more will be performed.

Ticket price is Php 1,000.00.

For inquiries, please call telephone numbers 8229609, 0917-8072223 and 0917-5224183.

RIXTON's Live Debut Performanc​e on THE VOICE!!!

The four-man band — Jake Roche, Danny Wilkin, Charley Bagnall and Lewi Morgan — hail from Manchester, England. The group made its U.S. debut with its current EP, “Me and My Broken Heart,” and will sing the album’s title song on “The Voice.”

Named by MTV as a 2014 artist to watch, Rixton is set to perform on the “Today” show May 28 and will also make stops in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago and New York to perform sold-out shows as part of their current American tour.

The Monday edition of “The Voice” ranks as the season’s #1 unscripted series on the Big 4 networks in adults 18-49, averaging a 4.8 rating, 13 share and 15.0 million viewers in “most current” averages from Nielsen Media Research through the season’s first 30 weeks. In adults 18-49, the Monday telecast is the season’s #2 entertainment program on ABC, CBS, NBC or Fox, behind only CBS’s “The Big Bang Theory.”

For more information on Rixton:
http://www.rixtonband.com

http://www.youtube.com/rixtonofficial

https://twitter.com/RixtonOfficial

https://www.facebook.com/Rixtonofficial

https://Instagram.com/RixtonOfficial

Absolute Play Releases New Music Video, “Hard Easy Semi-Correct”

The long wait is over! Absolute Play’s newest and hottest single, “Hard Easy Semi-Correct” is out now on YouTube!

The song is something that high school and college students can relate with. It speaks of one’s struggles in studying for classes and exams. The catchy beat and the extraordinary musicality make it a very promising single especially to those who love punk rock.

Love from Ely Buendia

After Mr. Tommy Tanchanco, the patriarch and manager of Absolute Play posted the video on Facebook, immediate love and a show of support was given by OPM legend Ely Buendia, saying, “I love this band”.

NEW ALBUM

Absolute Play’s new album, “Children Of Chaos” is also out! Avail of the special Shirt and CD bundle promo for only Php600. For inquiries on how to get one, log on to www.facebook.com/AbsolutePlay and send in your orders.

Young and Promising

Talented as they are, the young musicians of Absolute Play have already composed 11 original songs. They play honest to goodness youth-punk music sprinkled with huge doses of fun, good vibes, and good values.

These youngsters were invited to perform in a 200 year-old pub called Queens Arm Pub located in Barrow, Cumbria, England. This marked the band’s first ever international performance of 5 original songs from their album.

Very promising and inspiring, this youth punk-rock group will surely be the next big thing in the music industry. Their kind of music surpasses boundaries of age, capturing the young and the young-at-heart with their feel good songs.

Tom Hiddlestone Sings Bear Neccessities

Hiddlestoners, rejoice! Ever since Thor and Marvel's Avengers, we never get enough of Tom Hiddlestone.

 

On a charity event, Hiddlestone  sang one Disney song, Bear Necessities from Jungle Book. The video seemed to be made by one of the audience whom can't help but laughing throughout the performance and I don't blame them. This is a rare event. I don't know how many things this guy can't do.

 

I already read the reactions of the Hiddlestoners and I intend to share this to fans in my network. Like L.E.N.S. blogs on Facebook for more music-relevant posts. Say his name. I can't hear you.