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15 January 2025

10 January 2025

Newsletter: Filipino singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis drops fifth studio album, Not That Girl

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Photo by Niña Sandejas

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis marks a pivotal chapter in her music career with the release of her fifth studio album, Not That Girl. Out now on all digital platforms, the album offers a fresh, fearless direction in Almalbis’ ever-evolving sound, blending personal reflection with sonic innovation.

30 December 2024

Newsletter: SZA releases the long-awaited SOS Deluxe: LANA

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Photo Credit: Cassidy Meyers / @cass.meyers

Top Dawg Entertainment / RCA Records’ 4x-time Grammy award-winning artist SZA releases SOS Deluxe: LANA, the expanded edition of her critically acclaimed album SOS. The album is available now on all major streaming platforms via Top Dawg Entertainment/RCA Records. Fan bundles with exclusive merchandise can be purchased here.

26 December 2024

Newsletter: Global Girl Group XG Achieves First Ever Billboard 200 Chart Entry with Latest EP AWE

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Global girl group XG has debuted at number 175 on the Billboard 200 chart with their latest mini-album, AWE! This achievement marks their first-ever entry on the chart, solidifying their status as a rising force in the global music scene. AWE also claimed the top spot on the Heatseekers Albums chart, further showcasing the group's growing impact worldwide. For Japanese artists, this is a significant milestone, following Joe Hisaishi and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra's A Symphonic Celebration - Music from the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki in 2023. XG is also the first Japanese girl group to make the list since BABYMETAL’s METAL GALAXY in 2019. Their success with AWE follows the historic achievement of their song “GRL GVNG,” which ranked No. 1 on the Hot Trending Songs Powered by Twitter chart, making them the first Japanese artist to top the weekly chart in the US.

21 December 2024

Newsletter: MONA releases debut EP Love, MONA: a modern take on love letters

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Filipino recording star MONA has officially released her highly anticipated debut EP, Love, MONA, 
Available now via Sony Music Entertainment, the 5-track release serves as a collection of love letters in the form of songs. Inspired by the tradition of exchanging handwritten letters in the ‘90s, MONA channels this intimate and personal expression of emotion into her distinct brand of storytelling.

19 December 2024

Newsletter: Barbie Almalbis to launch fifth studio album, Not That Girl next month

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Photo by Nina Sandejas

Award-winning singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis is set to release her highly anticipated fifth studio album, Not That Girl, on Friday, January 10, 2025, on all major digital platforms worldwide.

18 December 2024

Newsletter: PARTY FAVOR Says Farewell w/ The Party Never Dies EP Out Now via Ultra Records

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Dance music powerhouse PARTY FAVOR will bid an unforgettable farewell with his final EP, The Party Never Dies, dropped on December 6th via Ultra Records. This swan song EP marks the culmination of his career-defining journey through the electronic music world. To commemorate the release and his career spanning over a decade, an honorary funeral music video, has been prepared featuring a guest list of over 20 artists from the industry. The visual tribute will see appearances from Valentino Khan, Bijou, Rossy Kate, and many more, celebrating the legacy of PARTY FAVOR’s groundbreaking contributions.

16 December 2024

Newsletter: CRAVITY RETURNS BOLD NEW CHAPTER WITH FIRST SINGLE ALBUM FIND THE ORBIT

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CRAVITY is breaking barriers and reaching for new heights with their first single album, FIND THE ORBIT, marking a pivotal turning point in the group’s journey. This release symbolises CRAVITY’s evolution as they showcase their well-established teamwork and dedicated fandom cultivated through both domestic and global activities. FIND THE ORBIT represents their strong determination to forge a distinct path, aiming to carve out a unique presence within the K-pop world.

11 December 2024

Newsletter: James Reid hits home with new EP, jgh

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James Reid has officially released his highly anticipated new EP, jgh, under Sony Music Entertainment and Careless Music. 

09 December 2024

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

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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.

Newsletter: Surprise Digital Release - Number_i's "No.I (Deluxe)" Featuring the Unreleased Track "HIRAKEGOMA"

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Japanese boy group Number_i, composed of Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji, and Yuta Kishi, continues to captivate fans worldwide with the surprise release of their deluxe album, "No.I (Deluxe)", now available on streaming platforms. This special edition of their debut album, released as a gesture of gratitude to their fans, features all 13 original tracks plus the newly unveiled song "HIRAKEGOMA."
The Magic of "HIRAKEGOMA"

05 December 2024

PlayBack: Breē – A Dream Of Sunrise (album)

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In almost a decade of following the scene and discovering new bands, Breē is probably one of the most resounding yet underrated names in the last couple of years, and it's solely because of two things: (1) their experimental approach through their heavy-duty drum-dominated plus three-guitar work (four, if you count the bass guitar) and ambient textures on the background that make up for their immersive live experience; and (2) their persistence on marketing their craft which can reach to a somewhat unbelievably relentless degree.

14 November 2024

Newsletter: Denise Julia strikes new ground with charismatic EP, Sweet Nothings (Chapter 2)

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The 9-track record also features collaborations with Filipina R&B star DENȲ, Vietnamese-American star thuy, and R&B King of the Philippines Jay R


Denise Julia asserts her position as one of the most important voices in Filipino R&B with the release of her new EP, Sweet Nothings (Chapter 2), exclusively distributed by Sony Music Entertainment.
The 9-track release brings a new level of sophistication to her songcraft, touching on the familiar themes of her 2023 EP, while navigating wisdom and emotional honesty that go beyond her years.

13 November 2024

Newsletter: XG Highly anticipated second mini album, AWE, is Out Now!

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Hip-hop/R&B girl group XG finally releases their highly anticipated second mini album, AWE, along with the powerful new music video for the lead track, “HOWLING”. Nearly a year since their groundbreaking debut with NEW DNA, XG returns with a collection that centers around the theme of "awe"—the intense mix of fear and curiosity experienced when encountering the unknown.

06 November 2024

Newsletter: Summer vibes are on the way in Young Cocoa’s new EP, “liv, luvv, cocoa”

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The rising phenom recruits Playertwo, CRWN, Brido, and other producers on this heavy-hitting project


Young Cocoa reaches a new level of confidence and versatility on his new EP, liv, luvv, cocoa—out via Sony Music Entertainment. 

04 November 2024

Newsletter: Halsey new album, The Great Impersonator, out now

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GRAMMY® nominated, genre-blending artist Halsey released her highly anticipated 5th studio album, The Great Impersonator. Listen HERE. Earlier this year, Halsey previewed the album through her releases, “I Never Loved You”, “Ego”, Lonely is the Muse”, “Lucky” and "The End".

23 October 2024

Newsletter: Phum Viphurit goes exploring on his adventurous new EP, Paul Vibhavadi Vol. 1

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Following the surprising singles “The Other Side” and “Balter Baby,” Phum Viphurit presents his adventurous new project Paul Vibhavadi Vol. 1 in its complete form. Released to streaming platforms on October 17, 2024, the Bangkok-born singer-songwriter takes his creativity and eccentricity to new heights via the four-song EP which tells the story of Paul Vibhavadi, the world’s fastest moving bilingual sloth who is on a quest to find inner peace. 

21 October 2024

Newsletter: Grammy-winning global superstar Tyla adds to her historic debut album campaign

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With a GRAMMY and two Billboard records under her belt, Tyla adds to the magic of her debut album before returning to the stage and studio with three brand new tracks on the deluxe edition of her debut album, TYLA, and a victorious run through awards season, including three BET + VMA wins

11 October 2024

Newsletter: Japanese Boy Band Number_i Drops Highly Anticipated First Full Album “No. I” with Lead Track “ICE”

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Rising J-pop sensation Number_i has released their much-awaited debut album No. I, featuring the cool and transcendent contemporary R&B single “ICE.” The 14-track album is a testament to the group’s artistic evolution, with each track offering a fresh take on the J-pop genre. The lead track “ICE” showcases a perfect blend of cool beats and the refreshing sensation of taking a sauna, brought to life through modern R&B elements.