Newsletter: Orange & Lemons gives The Carpenters’ “Close To You” a modern, indie pop twist

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Indie pop quartet Orange & Lemons marks the season of romance with a fresh take on The Carpenters’ timeless classic “Close To You.”

Newsletter: Paham explores the complexities of young, modern love in self-titled debut album

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Five-piece “harana pop” outfit Paham has dropped their self-titled debut album today via Sony Music Entertainment and Off The Record. The 12-track record invites listeners into a whimsical journey of love, resilience, and hope, woven together with themes that speak directly to the heart.

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

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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.

Newsletter: We Are Imaginary marks new era as an indie rock duo with new single “Pinkish Hue”

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After celebrating their fifteenth anniversary with the release of their fourth studio album, Swan Songs for Drifters last year, We Are Imaginary continues to evolve as a dynamic indie rock duo. Comprised of founding members and brothers Ahmad Tanji (vocals and guitars) and Khalid Tanji (guitars), the band remains steadfast in its commitment to crafting compelling, emotive music.

PlayBack: Breē – A Dream Of Sunrise (album)

11/29/2024 08:38:33 PM

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.

Newsletter: We Are Imaginary marks new era as an indie rock duo with new single “Pinkish Hue”

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After celebrating their fifteenth anniversary with the release of their fourth studio album, Swan Songs for Drifters last year, We Are Imaginary continues to evolve as a dynamic indie rock duo. Comprised of founding members and brothers Ahmad Tanji (vocals and guitars) and Khalid Tanji (guitars), the band remains steadfast in its commitment to crafting compelling, emotive music.

Newsletter: Jack Daniel’s On Stage 2024: Partnering with the indie music community to elevate homegrown talent

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For decades, Jack Daniel’s Philippines has supported the growth of the local indie music community and the next generation of future music greats through its music program. Now, everything is set for its most anticipated comeback.

Newsletter: Muri reflects on leaving, living, and letting go in her debut EP, 11ème

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The Ransom Collective’s Muri has finally dropped her debut EP, 11ème!

Newsletter: Kai Del Rio releases comeback single “Ang Nag-iisa”

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Kai Del Rio (formerly known as Kai Honasan) has finally dropped her new single “Ang Nag-iisa” via Underdog Music.

Paul Arcega drops newest single 'Winter In May'

05/14/2024 04:01:23 PM

Paul Arcega is set to end the month of May with a new release, and it's about to defy seasons with the magic of love.

Newsletter: Sony Music Entertainment Philippines and Off The Record Team Up to Elevate Filipino Music on the Global Stage

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Sony Music Entertainment (SME) Philippines and Off The Record, a Manila-based indie record label known for nurturing Filipino artists, have announced a new product and distribution partnership to further develop and promote Filipino music.

Newsletter: INDIE-POP SINGER-SONGWRITER ROSIE DARLING UNVEILS CAPTIVATING DEBUT ALBUM 'LANTERNS'

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Indie-pop artist Rosie Darling releases her debut album 'Lanterns' via Nettwerk – an exploration of confessions, heartbreak and acceptance. Rosie has entwined her lyrical prowess with her honeyed vocals to create a record that is utterly raw and genuine to her.

Newsletter: Ica Frias expresses her wariness of romantic commitment in the new song “Oh Honey”

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Filipino singer-songwriter Ica Frias reflects on her fears of being vulnerable and intimate with someone in the new single “Oh Honey,” released under Off The Record.

Newsletter: ADOY NEW ALBUM ‘PLEASURES’ OUT NOW

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After two years since the release of 'her', the Korea-based romantic indie pop band ADOY has finally returned with their highly anticipated album, 'PLEASURES', featuring the title single "Love Is". Listen here: https://orcd.co/adoy_pleasures

Newsletter: We Are Imaginary mines colorful, redemptive journey in new EP, Swan Songs for Drifters

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Filipino indie rock quartet We Are Imaginary marks their fifteenth year of existence as a band with their fourth studio release, Swan Songs for Drifters—out last 12 May, Friday via floppydisks.

Parasouls wax nostalgic of teenage past on debut EP

11/12/2021 01:30:43 PM

Power pop trio Parasouls has released their debut EP, Drifters, Dream Makers, under Lilystars Records.

David Bay intros to the music scene with his cover of Joy Division hit "Love Will Tear Us Apart"

09/04/2021 05:43:37 PM

Hamburg-based German music producer David Bay debuts a new single—a rendition of a hit by Joy Division called Love Will Tear Us Apart."

Leah Halili drops debut single 'Fourth of July'

07/11/2021 03:18:47 PM

Leah Halili has formally made her solo release this past Fourth of July. 

Gareth Fernandez returns with new song, 'Could Have Been Us'

05/29/2021 03:24:10 PM

Soul pop singer Gareth Fernandez is back with a new song “Could Have Been Us,” – the spiritual successor to 2019’s gospel-inflected track, “Achilles,” and 2020’s emotional ballad, “Put You Through.”

Rico Blanco's TikTok challenge results into a new song by raven, 'S.U.K.I.'

03/29/2021 09:31:39 PM

After being viral for a while, a Rico Blanco instrumental was later transformed into a song, thanks to singer-songwriter raven along with two indie-pop artists in Naila and somere.