Newsletter: Filipino artist MURI to represent the Philippines at this year’s Bangkok Music City festival

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Photo credits: Franco Maigue

Following her recent confirmation for a performance at the 2025 South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival, indie pop/soul sensation MURI is set to represent the Philippines at this year’s Bangkok Music City (BMC).

Newsletter: A surprise performance of the Eraserheads awaits lucky cinema goers for Combo On The Run theatrical release

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L-R Rico Gonzales, Diane Ventura, Ely Buendia, and Francis Lumen (Photo taken at Guevarra's by Chef Laudico)

As a special treat for both music and movie fans, the Eraserheads: Combo On The Run will be hosting a surprise Pop-Up Performance Lottery, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a lucky audience. From March 21-23, 2025, the iconic band will visit an unsuspecting cinema and perform during the weekend theatrical run of the highly anticipated documentary.

Newsletter: Multi-platinum Grammy-nominated R&B superstar GIVĒON returns with new single, TWENTIES

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Photographer: Michelle Helena Janssen

Seven-time GRAMMY®-nominee and platinum-selling R&B singer-songwriter GIVĒON makes his highly anticipated return with the release of his new single, “TWENTIES” (produced by Sevn Thomas, Maneesh Bidaye, Jahaan Sweet, Matthew Burnett, Jeff Gitty), and its official music video, directed by Loris Russier. “TWENTIES” marks GIVĒON’s first release as a solo artist since 2022.

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: Munimuni to headline Philippine tour next month, with stops in Manila, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, CDO, and more!

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Munimuni will embark on a Philippine tour next month as part of the campaign to promote their third full-length 2024 album, Alegorya.

Newsletter: NOBITA teams up with Flow G on genre-defying track “PNYT”

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Renowned for their emotionally charged ‘hugot’ songwriting, Filipino alternative pop quintet NOBITA is back with a powerful new single “PNYT,” which promises to solidify their place in pop culture consciousness. Following the massive success of hits like “Ikaw Lang” and “Unang Sayaw,” the band is set to captivate a broader audience with this genre-defying track.

Newsletter: Ben&Ben’s new single “Tomorrow With You” arrives just in time for Valentine’s Day

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Ben&Ben celebrates the season of love with the release of their heartwarming new single, “Tomorrow With You,” now available via Sony Music Entertainment. 

Newsletter: Watch Now: Empowering Music Video 'You Are The One' by Jan Francis and Yayee's is Here!"

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Jan Francis, the Karaoke World Championships (KWC) PH Champion, has officially launched his debut single, "You Are The One" (YATO), in collaboration with Thai pop sensation Yayee. This vibrant track marks a significant milestone in his burgeoning career and is poised to resonate across cultures, bringing together the rich musical traditions of the Philippines and Thailand. The song is not merely a musical offering; it serves as an anthem for dreamers and aspiring artists, encapsulating themes of hope, resilience, and self-discovery.

Newsletter: MULTI-PLATINUM SINGER-SONGWRITER DAVID KUSHNER SHARES “BREATHE IN, BREATHE OUT”

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Multi-billion-streaming, Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter David Kushner returns with his eagerly awaited new single, “Breathe In, Breathe Out,” available now via his own Miserable Music Group. Produced by GRAMMY® Award-winner Rick Nowels (Lana Del Rey, Madonna, Stevie Nicks), the deeply emotional, intensely cinematic track is joined by an official music video available here.

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: KWC PH Champion, Jan Francis Celebrates Chart Success with 'You Are The One' Now Streaming on Spotify

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The Philippine music scene is buzzing with excitement as Jan Francis, the Karaoke World Championships (KWC) PH Champion, celebrates a significant milestone: his debut single, "You Are The One" (YATO), is now streaming on Spotify and has landed on Top 12 Spotify Editorials on its release week. YATO even climbed to an impressive number 10 on Fresh Finds Philippines! This vibrant track is not just a song; it's a powerful anthem for dreamers everywhere, making it a moment worth celebrating—especially for independent artists striving to make their mark.

Newsletter: SASHA ALEX SLOAN RELEASES NEW VERSION OF “WHAT HAVE THEY DONE TO US” FROM ARCANE SEASON 2 SOUNDTRACK

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Riot Games and Virgin Music Group reveal a stirring new version of “What Have They Done to Us,” featuring the haunting and enigmatic vocals of Sasha Alex Sloan. This transformative take on the standout track from Arcane League of Legends: Season 2 (Soundtrack From The Animated Series) breathes fresh emotion and depth into the original composition by Mako and Grey. The single will be featured on a deluxe extended edition of the season 2 soundtrack, which will be released in spring 2025 and will include several additional remixes and features.

Newsletter: Number_i Celebrates 1st Anniversary with New Single "GOD_i" to Inspire Courage and Connection

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J-pop sensation Number_i, comprising Hirano Sho, Jinjuji Yuta, and Kishi Yuta, has released their highly anticipated digital single, "GOD_i," worldwide. With a heartfelt theme of "Wishing to give courage to take a step forward," this track showcases a fresh sonic direction for the group, blending a melancholic top line with an addictive chorus beat.

Newsletter: Peaceful Gemini delivers a message of strength, divine wisdom and progress on new single “Piece of Gem”

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Peaceful Gemini, the acclaimed Filipina rapper and songwriter, returns with her latest single “Piece of Gem,” out today via Sony Music Entertainment. With this new track, the multi-talented artist takes another step in her music journey as she embraces the growth, resilience and clarity she’s gained along the way, while getting rid of deceitful energies that no longer serve her purpose. 

Newsletter: Filipino artist MURI to perform at 2025 South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival

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Photo credits: Francis Maigue

Filipino rising artist MURI is set to take the stage at the 2025 South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival in Austin, Texas, from March 10-15, 2025.

Newsletter: Tanaw Collective celebrates new beginnings in debut single “Landslide”

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Photo by Kris Rocha.

Tanaw Collective, a newly formed supergroup comprised of celebrated singer-songwriters Acel Bisa, Aia de Leon, Barbie Almalbis, Hannah Romawac, Kitchie Nadal, and Lougee Basabas, releases their first official single, “Landslide,” across all digital music platforms worldwide.

Newsletter: Crossover J-Pop superstar Kenshi Yonezu releases new song Bow and Arrow, theme song for the anime series Medalist

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Japanese hitmaker KENSHI YONEZU, released a new song “BOW AND ARROW”, a song written as the theme song for the coming new anime series Medalist, streamed by Disney+ worldwide from Jan. 4.

Newsletter: dwta and SB19’s justin reimagines “Sampung Mga Daliri” into a tale of doomed romance

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Rising singer-songwriter dwta links up with SB19’s justin for a striking new collaboration, “Sampung Mga Daliri,” a folk-pop lullaby that captures the degradation of a love that was once formidable and promising. 

Newsletter: Tate McRae releases “Sports Car,” off her upcoming new album, So Close To What

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Multi-platinum pop sensation Tate McRae is set to release her highly anticipated third album So Close To What on February 21st via RCA Records. Through unfiltered lyricism and raw emotions, So Close To What represents the journey of growing up when the road ahead feels infinite and the destination increasingly elusive. It’s an introspective exploration of self-discovery, love, and searching for balance in moments of uncertainty. Pre-save HERE. 

Newsletter: XG to Drop Remix Project XDM Unidentified Waves on 31 January

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Trailblazing hip-hop/R&B-inspired girl group XG has announced their new release, XDM Unidentified Waves, arriving this Friday, 31 January.