PARAMORE RELEASE VIDEO FOR “FAKE HAPPY” DIRECTED BY ZAC FARRO

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“AFTER LAUGHTER” NOW AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE

Fueled By Ramen recording group Paramore has unveiled a video for their current single, “Fake Happy,” which is currently working its way up the Modern Rock radio charts, off their new album “AFTER LAUGHTER.”  The video is directed by the band’s own Zac Farro – watch here.  

"The Fake Happy video was a very special video for me. This is the first time I’ve directed a music video on film. It was shot on 35mm. Also the first time working with my talented friend and DP, Josh Goleman. Everyone involved was amazing. I'm super stoked for people to see this music video. I feel it's subtle and charming and suits the song perfectly.” – Zac Farro

Paramore’s first new album in more than four years, “AFTER LAUGHTER” is available now at all retailers and streaming services.   “AFTER LAUGHTER” also includes acclaimed singles, “Hard Times” and “Told You So.”  The official “Hard Times” companion video has now earned more than 53 million individual views at YouTube alone. In addition, the colorful “Told You So” companion video – also directed by Zac Farro – has drawn over 18 million views via Fueled By Ramen’s official YouTube channel.

The GRAMMY® Award-winning artists’ fifth studio album, “AFTER LAUGHTER” was recorded at Nashville’s historic RCA Studio A – and produced by Justin Meldal-Johnsen and Paramore’s Taylor York.  “AFTER LAUGHTER” debuted at #1 on Billboard’s TOP ROCK ALBUMS and ALTERNATIVE ALBUMS charts as well as #6 on the SoundScan/Billboard 200– marking Paramore's third consecutive top 10 chart debut.  The album has received over 250 million total audio streams to date and has also gone on to receive much critical acclaim including “Best Albums of 2017” coverage in SPIN, STEREOGUM, ROLLING STONE, BILLBOARD and much more.

Long regarded as one of modern rock’s most electrifying live bands, Paramore recently wrapped up their sold out North American “TOUR TWO.”  “A 2017 Paramore concert impresses simply by stacking the hits on top of each other until the lights come up,” enthused SPIN, while Billboard raved, “(Hayley) Williams fulfilled her frontwoman duties to the fullest, with hair-flip headbanging and can-can kicks galore, but perhaps most necessary… plenty of heartfelt and poignantly uplifting statements to keep spirits high.” Perhaps Brooklyn Vegan summed it up best, “The current seven-piece band version of Paramore is razor sharp, and they handled all the ‘80’s-inspired nuances of those songs as masterfully as they do on the album.”  Additional live dates will be revealed soon – for complete details and ticket information, please visit paramore.net.  

Meanwhile, Paramore is finalizing the schedule for third installment of their hugely popular PARAHOY! vacation experience, an interactive four-day festival at sea presented in partnership with Sixthman Productions and Norwegian Cruise Lines. The cruise – a full charter aboard the spectacular Norwegian Jade – will feature a specially selected schedule of bands, activities, meet-and-greets, and truly unique Paramore live performances. PARAHOY! sails roundtrip from Miami, Florida to Nassau, Bahamas from April 6^th through 10^th, 2018. For complete information, please visit www.parahoy.com.

FULL MUSIC VIDEO FOR INIGO PASCUAL’S “REMEMBER ME”

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MANILA, Philippines, 18 November - The music video for Inigo Pascual’s version of “Remember Me,” the theme song from Disney•Pixar’s Coco, is now available for viewing on Vevo at http://youtu.be/2kx8AxkUHFI.  

Shot on location in Fort San Pedro, Cebu City, the video will also be shown on Channel V starting today.

“I love this song,” Pascual told his fans after performing the song live for the first time at the Venice Piazza Grand Canal Mall on Wednesday, November 15. “As soon as I started my singing career, I knew I wanted to make an impact on my generation. I wanted to leave an imprint.”

During the open forum with fans, Pascual shared that recording a Disney song is a dream come true for him.  “I grew up watching Disney and Pixar films, so to be associated with them through this song is a blessing. Every artist dreams of this, I can’t believe it came true for me.”

Explaining what makes the song special, the 20-year-old singer-composer said, “The song speaks about, ‘Remember me for the positive things I did, remember me even if I have to travel far.’ Make every second count. Be you, be yourself.”

“Remember Me,” the signature song from “Coco,” was composed by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, the Oscar-winning duo who created the songs for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 2013 feature Frozen.

Disney-Pixar’s “Coco” opens in Philippine cinemas on November 22.  Walt Disney Animation Studios's “Olaf’s Frozen Adventure,” an all-new featurette, will play in front of the film.

About Disney-Pixar’s Coco

Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Héctor (voice of Gael García Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history. Directed by Lee Unkrich (Toy Story 3), co-directed by Adrian Molina (story artist Monsters University) and produced by Darla K. Anderson (Toy Story 3), Disney/Pixar’s Coco opens in Philippine theaters on Nov. 22, 2017. For more information, check out http://movies.disney.com/coco, Hashtag: #PixarCoco, Pixar Coco Facebook, Pixar Coco Twitter and Pixar Coco Instagram.

About Disney’s Olaf’s Frozen Adventure

Olaf (voice of Josh Gad) teams up with Sven on a merry mission in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 21-minute featurette, Olaf’s Frozen Adventure. It’s the first holiday season since the gates reopened and Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) and Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel) host a celebration for all of Arendelle. When the townspeople unexpectedly leave early to enjoy their individual holiday customs, the sisters realize they have no family traditions of their own. So, Olaf sets out to comb the kingdom to bring home the best traditions and save this first Christmas for his friends. Directed by Emmy®-winning filmmakers Kevin Deters and Stevie Wermers Skelton (Prep & Landing), produced by Oscar® winner Roy Conli (Big Hero 6), and featuring a screenplay by Jac Schaeffer and four original songs by Elyssa Samsel and Kate Anderson, Olaf’s Frozen Adventure opens in front of Disney•Pixar’s original feature Coco in Philippine theaters on Nov. 22, 2017.

About Inigo Pascual

20 year-old Inigo Dominic Lazaro Pascual (more commonly known as Inigo Pascual) is one of the Philippines’ hottest recording artists today. He made his debut in the film Paano Kita Iibigin in 2007 and has since appeared in films such as Crazy Beautiful You and Relaks It’s Just Pagibig as well as ABS-CBN TV series Wansapanataym, And I Love You So and ASAP.

Aside from appearing in films and TV shows, Inigo has established his status as one Star Magic’s brightest up-and-comers by dominating local music charts with his hit single Dahil Sa’yo, which has remained on Billboard Philippines’ charts for 22 weeks and counting.

He is co-managed by Cornerstone Entertainment Inc. and Star Magic.

CHARLIE PUTH NEW MUSIC VIDEO SINGLE “HOW LONG” RELEASE

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CHARLIE PUTH DELIVERS AN UNFORGETTABLE PERFORMANCE

IN NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR SINGLE “HOW LONG”

SECOND SINGLE FROM SOPHOMORE ALBUM VOICENOTES

BECOMES MOST-ADDED SONG AT POP RADIO IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING RELEASE

WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY PUTH, “HOW LONG”

FOLLOWS THE RIAA PLATINUM CERTIFIED NO. 1 SMASH “ATTENTION”

VOICENOTES IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER AND ARRIVES EVERYWHERE JANUARY 19TH

WATCH “HOW LONG” HERE: https://atlanti.cr/howlong

PRE-ORDER VOICENOTES HERE: https://Atlantic.lnk.to/VoiceNotesPR

“The once tightly controlled pop-soul singer is maturing with a robust second act full of bruises. Following his sinister thumper ‘Attention’ comes ‘How Long,’ a sweet song that masks pulsing sadness at every turn.”

-THE NEW YORK TIMES

Today, Multi-GRAMMY® nominated singer/songwriter/producer Charlie Puth unveiled a compelling new visual for his single “How Long,” which is available now at all music retailers and streaming services. Download/Stream HERE. “How Long” marks the second single released from Puth’s highly-anticipated sophomore album, VoiceNotes, and the follow-up to 2016’s RIAA Platinum certified debut album, Nine Track Mind. VoiceNotes arrives January 19th and is available now for pre-order HERE.

The companion video for “How Long” finds the hit maker embracing the humor and humility of dancing. Per Charlie, this is the first video he felt he could step outside of his comfort zone and have fun doing it.

“How Long” was solely produced by Puth and written with collaborators Jacob Kasher (Attention) and Justin Franks (See You Again). With Puth as the sole producer on “How Long,” he’s giving fans another taste of the tone he’s setting for VoiceNotes. Puth announced the album title VoiceNotes during a visit to the TODAY show earlier this summer; watch him explain the meaning here.

Last week, Puth celebrated his forthcoming album with a run of high-profile national TV performances supporting his RIAA Platinum-certified summer smash single “Attention,” with appearances on The Late Late Show with James Corden, The Ellen DeGeneres Show and The Talk.

“How Long” follows “Attention,” which was released earlier this year and went on to become Puth’s first No. 1 at US Pop Radio, holding the top position four weeks in a row, in addition to peaking at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 where it remained for three weeks straight. After earning RIAA Platinum certification less than 16 weeks after its release, “Attention” is officially Puth’s most successful single to date. The official video has also become Charlie’s highest performing solo video to date, reaching over 500 million views.

Both written and produced by Puth, “Attention” has garnered critical praise with the NY Times declaring it “a savage takedown rendered in pinpoint 1980s soft-soul haze smacked hard by glossy funk,” while Billboard touted it as “a polished, groove-injected first taste from his upcoming sophomore album.”

Since the release of “Attention,” Puth has performed the single on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Voice, during Macy’s 4^th of July Fireworks Spectacular and as part of The TODAY Show’s Citi Concert Series. “Attention” went on to be remixed by several major artists, including two massive remixes by David Guetta and KYLE. Throughout the reign of “Attention” this summer, Puth joined Shawn Mendes on the road for an arena tour, and saw fans filling the entire room each night, singing along to every song he performed during his opening set.

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ED SHEERAN ANNOUNCES HIS NEW SINGLE ‘PERFECT’ WATCH THE ACCOMPANYING LYRIC VIDEO

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ED IS NOMINATED FOR 3 X Q AWARDS

‘÷’ HAS SOLD 10 MILLION COPIES, WORLDWIDE!
‘SHAPE OF YOU’ IS THE MOST-STREAMED TRACK OF ALL TIME ON SPOTIFY!

Mercury Prize nominee, Ed Sheeran, has announced his new single ‘Perfect’ and you can watch the accompanying lyric video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKzRIweSBLA

A personal favourite of Ed’s and fans alike, ‘Perfect’ -  a modern-day ballad and yet another pristine example of the troubadours’ timeless storytelling -  is the fourth official single to be released from Ed’s record-breaking third studio album ‘÷’ (pronounced “divide”) and has already accumulated over half a billion streams to date! Released in March, the LP continues its reign as the UK’s most-streamed AND biggest-selling album of the year thus far, with over 2.2 million UK sales in just six months (OCC). Globally, the album has surpassed 10 million sales, holding 84 x Platinum and 10 x Gold certifications across the world. Furthermore, as of this week, ‘Shape of You’ has officially become the most-streamed track of all time on Spotify with 1.318 billion streams, overtaking Drake’s ‘One Dance’!

26-year-old Sheeran, who recently took home ‘Artist of the Year’ at the VMA’s, is nominated for three Q Awards this year including ‘Best Track’, ‘Best Solo’ and ‘Best Act In The World Today’- the awards will take place at London’s Roundhouse on October 18 (vote here). Ed will be heading out on a sold out, 19-date UK stadium tour in May/June 2018 that’ll include four nights at Wembley Stadium.

adidas Originals launches “Original Is Never Finished” music videos

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adidas Originals Launches “Original Is Never Finished” Music Videos With Remixed Soundtracks Of The Song “My Way” by Snoop Dogg, Desiigner and MadeinTYO

-   Snoop Dogg, Desiigner and MadeinTYO remix the iconic song “My Way” by Frank Sinatra for adidas Originals in “Original Is Never Finished” music videos -

-   adidas Originals turns to Twitter to launch “Original Is Never Finished” music videos during music’s big night –

-   adidas Originals collaborates with creators through open source to inspire a new generation redefining the meaning of originality–

adidas Originals collaborates with music visionaries Snoop Dogg, Desiigner and MadeinTYO to release remixed tracks of the iconic song “My Way” by Frank Sinatra in two new music videos on music’s biggest night. As a spinoff to the brand’s recent campaign film “Original Is Never Finished”, adidas Originals continues to push the boundaries of creativity by reimagining their very own work with three musical artists. On the launch of the two new videos, the brand turned to Twitter for a takeover teasing both the songs and videos, which officially led up to the final reveal on the social platform. Reaffirming the notion original is never finished, adidas Originals continues to turn to its creators, inspiring them to redefine the meaning of originality.

“As a brand we believe in creative freedom and are always challenging ourselves to push the bounds,” says Alegra O’Hare, VP of Global Communications adidas Originals & Core. “Open source lies at the core of Originals’ DNA and is integrated into everything we do; what we create, who we create with and how we communicate. The decision to recreate our very own campaign film, just weeks after it debuted, and launch two new re-imagined videos via social media just felt right.”

First launched back in January, “Original Is Never Finished”, delivers a visual representation bringing to life the idea that recreating in your own way will always be entirely original. The film explores the brand’s philosophy, the past empowers the future, through a montage of scenes exploring the rich creative past of all spheres of creativity, music, art, film and even sport. With the release of the two new “Originals Is Never Finished” music videos, adidas Originals hands over the reins of the iconic song “My Way” by Frank Sinatra, to the musical artists Snoop Dogg, Desiigner and MadeinTYO for them to remix it and make it their own.

In one video featuring, Snoop Dogg, the rapper and songwriter is captured recording the track within his studio. “I’ve been doing things my way from day one – A1 to Day 1 – and doing things my way is the only way,” says Snoop Dogg. “You need to be connected to the record and give it a second life, and extend the music from its original form.” The result is an original soundtrack remixed by the artist himself.

In another video, award nominee for Best Rap Performance, Desiigner, depicts a recreation of the famous painting, St. Sebastian by Sandro Botticelli, giving this iconic work of art new meaning for today’s generation. In another scene, adidas Originals’ repurposed their very own NMD product into masks and MadeinTYO joins a company of masked dancers to perform his original remix of “My Way”. This collaborative video featuring the two artists reinforces the notion that if you push something far enough, it becomes original again.

Conceptualized under the creative direction of Johannes Leonardo, adidas Originals’ global creative agency of record, these new music videos and remixed tracks both reaffirm the brand’s philosophy, idea of the past as a canvas to create new ideas. "After opening the conversation with our recent campaign film, we are looking to continue challenging our audience’s idea of originality. By remixing, hacking and handing over our film’s song, we put the power into the hands of the creators, in an ongoing process to prove that "Original is never finished"." - Matthew Edwards, Creative Director at Johannes Leonardo.

To release the video and song, adidas Originals took to Twitter, with a take over on the social platform during music’s big night. The artists all contributed to the social chatter posting to their personal channels in support of the reveals. Simultaneously as social media was abuzz with the new video and song, adidas Originals broadcast its brand campaign film “Original Is Never Finished” during music’s big night, further strengthening the notion of what it means to be original.

Links to Videos + soundtracks

Desiigner/MadeInTYO video: https://youtu.be/s2pzH61PVnk

Snoop Dogg video: https://youtu.be/BaqjOP9Mix8

Soundcloud link: https://soundcloud.com/snoopdogg/originalisneverfinished

Music Video, Soundtrack and Artist Credits:

Artist Name: Snoop Dogg
Track name: Original is Never Finished (remix)

Artist Name: Desiigner and MadeInTYO
Track Name: Original is Never Finished (remix)

LUKAS GRAHAM'S NEW VIDEO FOR "DRUNK IN THE MORNING"

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March 17, 2017 – Multi-platinum, triple Grammy nominee Lukas Graham has shared the official video for their upbeat new single “Drunk In The Morning,” just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Directed by Marc Klasfeld and shot during a day at The Venice Beach Boardwalk, the light-hearted video shows off a different side of the band, partying alongside some of their closest friends and family who they flew out to California from Denmark for the shoot. Also flown in for the occasion were eight of the iconic Christiania Bikes – family and cargo tricycles designed in the band’s car-free hometown of Christiania in Copenhagen. Kick back and party along with the band in the video below.

WATCH/SHARE: Lukas Graham’s “Drunk In The Morning Video”:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yvHqenLpUU

Lukas Graham, led by vocalist Lukas Forchhammer, have had a remarkable past year, releasing their self-titled debut album to widespread critical acclaim, selling out tours across the U.S. and around the world, and earning three Grammy nominations for their quadruple Platinum breakout hit “7 Years.” The single was the highest-selling single by a debut artist in 2016, and the third-highest selling single of the year overall, solidifying Lukas Graham’s status as the biggest breakout act of the year.

Critical Praise for Lukas Graham:

"Pop's brash new prince." - Billboard

"Balancing old-and-new-school soul with Bruno Mars panache, this Danish singer's debut is a fine argument for pop optimism." - Rolling Stone

"Lukas Graham...writes neatly turned songs that merge the lilt of pop-soul with the quick cadences of hip-hop, and he sings about earnest striving that gets its deserved reward." - New York Times

"Laid-back and soulful, songs effortlessly blend elements of hip hop and folk while relaying oftentimes relatable experiences, such as coming from nothing (Mama Said) and regrettable booty calls (Drunk in the Morning). Like 7 Years, Don't You Worry 'Bout Me and Funeral grapple with loss, but in a more upbeat fashion." - USA Today

"[Lukas Graham brings] ebullience, sincerity, and some very good pop tunes...with a strain of honesty that's rare in pop."

- Entertainment Weekly

"Graham's vocals...somehow deliver both sentimentality and pick-me-up infectiousness. A must-listen." - PEOPLE

"Not since Ed Sheeran played SXSW 2012 has anybody hit the festival so fully-formed, so at-the-ready with pop radio hits-in-waiting. Perhaps already a Best New Artist Grammy frontrunner, Lukas Forchhammer has charm to burn."

- Esquire 

Stream Lukas Graham via Spotify:

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BRUNO MARS UNVEILS LIVE-ACTION ANIMATED VIDEO FOR “THAT’S WHAT I LIKE”

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NEW SINGLE MARKS MARS’ FIRST #1 ON BILLBOARD’S 

“HOT R&B SONGS” CHART AND 14^THTOP 10 BILLBOARD HOT 100 SMASH 

CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED ALBUM24K MAGIC RIAA CERTIFIED PLATINUM 

MARS TO RECEIVE IHEARTRADIO INNOVATOR AWARD

AND SET TO PERFORM AT IHEARTRADIO MUSIC AWARDS

WATCH “THAT’S WHAT I LIKE” HERE:

https://youtu.be/PMivT7MJ41M

Multiple GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter/producer/director/musician Bruno Mars has unveiled the highly anticipated companion video to his blockbuster new single “That’s What I Like.” Directed by Bruno Mars and Jonathan Lia, the clip blends his skillful choreography with truly eye-popping animation. “That’s What I Like” is streaming now at the official Bruno Mars YouTube channel.

“That’s What I Like” marks Mars’ second Top 5 Billboard Hot 100 single from the now RIAA certified platinum album, 24K Magic. The smash record also marks Mars’ first #1 single on the Billboard Hot R&B Songs chart and his 14^th Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 to date.

Mars’ critically-acclaimed album 24K Magichas officially been certified platinum by the RIAA. The album entered the “Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums” chart at #1 upon its arrival and also marked Mars’ highest selling first week.24K Magic has remained among the Top 10 on the Soundscan/Billboard 200 since its November release.

 Mars recently performed “That’s What I Like” as part of two show-stopping appearances on the 59^th Annual GRAMMY® Awards, earning him praise from Billboard as “one of pop’s finest showmen.” In addition, his performance of the single at last week’s BRIT Awards led to the week’s biggest sales boost to any artist appearing at the annual event.Mars will both perform and be honored at the 2017 iHeartRadio Awards where he will receive the coveted Innovator Award, set to air Sunday, March 5^th at 8PM ET/5PM PT via TBS, TNT, and truTV (check local listings). 

Meanwhile, Mars is currently poised to embark a massive global headline tour. Produced by Live Nation, the “24K Magic World Tour” sold over 1 million tickets in a single day. The North American leg of the tour kicks off July 15^th at Las Vegas, NV’s T-Mobile Arena and then visits over 45 cities in the U.S. and Canada before culminating in early November with an eagerly awaited four-night stand at Los Angeles, CA’s The Forum. For complete details and ticket information, please see the 24K Magic Tour official homepage.

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