Newsletter: Gel Aquino unveils single about personal loss “Kinakaya”

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Singer-songwriter Gel Aquino will release her deeply personal and moving single, “Kinakaya,” under GMA Music. The song, which taps into the experience of heartbreak and loss, draws inspiration from Aquino’s journey through grief and healing.

Newsletter: XG Unveils Stunning 4th Single "WINTER WITHOUT YOU"

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Hip Hop/R&B-inspired girl group XG returns with their 4th single “WINTER WITHOUT YOU”, accompanied by a visually stunning official music video. Experience the enchantment on their YouTube channel here.

Newsletter: Filipino rapper WAIIAN captures the simplicity of everyday life on “Pablo” music video

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Filipino hip-hop artist WAIIAN offers a generous heap of slice-of-life goodness on the music video of “Pablo,” his new single under Sony Music Entertainment.

Newsletter: LINYING PREMIERES VIBRANT NEW SINGLE/VIDEO “HAPPINESS” VIA NYLON Q&A

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LA-via-Singapore artist Linying today shared her effervescent new single “Happiness,” the final preview of her new EP House Mouse, out now via Nettwerk; pre-save House Mouse HERE. The track arrives with a Michelle Mei-directed video filmed with a spirit of playful spontaneity on an island in the Philippines, which premiered last November 17 at NYLON alongside a Q&A. “Happiness” is a sonic burst of pure euphoria, rushing forward on pulse-quickening rhythms as Linying channels the thrill of post-breakup freedom. "I used to feel all endings with one-dimensional grief, but this one had complexity—there was pain and liberation but also fear; there was the thrill of new desire, so messy and lighthearted at the same time. And then there was the peace of knowing it was all going to be okay,” she explains. “It was blissful and instinctive, and the song kind of wrote itself.”

Newsletter: TATE MCRAE RELEASES NEW SONG AND VIDEO FOR “exes”

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Multi-platinum singer/songwriter Tate McRae releases her new song “exes” alongside the official music video via RCA Records. Written and produced with hitmakers Ryan Tedder (Taylor Swift, Beyoncé) and Tyler Spry (OneRepublic, Anitta), “exes” is propelled by Tate’s vibrant vocal style laced effortlessly with bursts of synths throughout. 

 

Newsletter: Rico Blanco continues winning streak with the release of his new single “Sayong sayo (Papel, Gunting, Bato)”

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After receiving the prestigious Dangal Ng Musikang Pilipino at the 36th Awit Awards for his enormous contribution to the Philippine music scene and re-releasing “You’ll Be Safe Here” on streaming platforms for the very first time, Filipino alternative rock icon Rico Blanco continues to make headlines with the release of his new single, “Sayong sayo (Papel, Gunting, Bato),” via Sony Music Entertainment.

PASSENGER RELEASES NEW VERSION OF “LET HER GO” FEAT. ED SHEERAN; UNVEILS ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF MULTI-PLATINUM ALBUM ‘ALL THE LITTLE LIGHTS’

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Acclaimed UK singer/songwriter Mike Rosenberg celebrates 10 years since the release of his seminal album 'All The Little Lights' with the release of 'All The Little Lights (Anniversary Edition)'. Entirely re-recorded and completely re-imagined, Passenger infuses these songs with another decade of experience and wisdom as he calls friends like Foy Vance, Gabrielle Aplin and Nina Nesbitt for special collaborations. Through it all, he preserves all the spirit and soul of the original while breathing new life into these well-loved Passenger staples. 

Newsletter: SOS comes to terms with love and loss on the emotional anthem “Please Lang”

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Filipino indie rock quintet SOS delves into the impact of lost connections and romantic fallouts on “Please Lang,” their new single under Careless Music.

Newsletter: Barbie Almalbis releases new synth-pop single “Wicked Heart”

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Multi-awarded singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis wraps up her tremendous year in music with the release of “Wicked Heart,” her new single under 12 Stone Records and Sony Music Entertainment.

Newsletter: Clara Benin finds home in people with the holiday-themed track “can’t wait to see you on christmas day”

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Clara Benin warms up the holiday season with the release of her new single, “can’t wait to see you on christmas day.”

Newsletter: Filipino R&B star JP Bacallan drops “Señorita,” his debut single under Sony Music Entertainment

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Filipino newcomer JP Bacallan swoons over someone’s beauty on "Señorita,” out today via Sony Music Entertainment.

With soulful vocals sliding down effortlessly on a delicate mix of Latin-inspired grooves, acoustic guitars, and sensuous percussions, the R&B single shows JP Bacallan at his most confident, showcasing the versatility of his instrument. 

The budding singer-songwriter dedicates the track to someone dear to his heart. “I want to lift her up and let her realize how precious she is to me,” says the charismatic crooner. “I personally wrote this song as my way of expressing appreciation.”

Produced by his constant collaborator Nexxfriday, “Señorita” projects an energy that is undeniably charming but filled with so much passion and soul. From the moment the instrumentation drops, it becomes even clearer that the song will set fire to the dancefloor and encourage every listener to join in the ecstatic fun.

“Our normal process for creating a song is that he will give me the beat, and once I feel the vibe, I will write down all my thoughts,” JP Bacallan shares.

“Señorita” is the official debut project of JP Bacallan under Sony Music Entertainment. Before getting signed by a major record label, Bacallan has racked up close to a hundred million views on YouTube. He has worked with some of the biggest names in Pinoy hiphop, including Gloc-9 and Pricetagg. The Pasig-based artist also made a strong impression on mainstream television as one of the contestants of Showtime’s Tawag ng Tanghalan, where he wowed the audience with his compelling singing style and sultry tone.

JP Bacallan’s "Señorita” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment. 

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Newsletter: Denise Julia turns up the heat with R&B banger “B.A.D.,” featuring P-Lo

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Filipino R&B sensation Denise Julia returns with an upbeat banger that encourages young women to embrace their sexuality and feel confident about themselves. On “B.A.D.,” the rising phenom finds inspiration in writing an empowering track with delicate, pulsing rhythms and sensual undertones.

Newsletter: Shoti reflects on Gen Z romance with new track “waiting 4 u (delulu)”

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After gaining traction with his official debut track “LDR,” whose viral activity on TikTok fueled its popularity in Southeast Asia big time, Filipino bedroom pop artist Shoti wastes no time in releasing another slowcore bop that shows another emotional side of him.

Newsletter: HILLARI RETURNS WITH "LOYAL", NOW FEATURING FELLOW FILIPINO ARTIST, JOLIANNE

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When the Norwegian-Filipino artist Hillari Alison Conlu decided to fully pursue her music career at the end of 2021, it didn't take long for her to make a mark in the industry. Now, just a year and a half later, she has already performed dozens of concerts in both Norway and Canada, contributed to the soundtrack of the NRK series FLUS, and received praise from the star producer Timbaland.

Newsletter: "My Love Mine All Mine" From Mitski’s New Album The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We Achieving Impressive Milestones In Southeast Asia And Across The Globe

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Internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter, Mitski is captivating audiences across the globe with her latest single, "My Love Mine All Mine" taken from her 7th album, The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, released via Dead Oceans. The single's captivating melodies and evocative lyrics have resonated deeply with audiences worldwide including in Southeast Asia - its streaming volume has quintupled since release day, amassing an impressive 61 million streams to-date. 

Newsletter: 1999 WRITE THE FUTURE’S DEBUT SINGLE “WORLD STOP TURNING” VIA 88RISING

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88rising releases the official audio and music video for “World Stop Turning,” a new single from its new media & artist collective, 1999 WRITE THE FUTURE. For its launch, the collective tapped artists Rich Brian, Warren Hue and Zion.T.

Newsletter: Filipino singer-songwriter Benj Pangilinan captures the feeling of youthful excitement on new single “Dance Like You”

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Filipino singer-songwriter Benj Pangilinan expresses the joy of living life with a positive mindset on his new single “Dance Like You,” out  via Sony Music Entertainment. 

Newsletter: GLOBAL SUPERSTAR STEVE AOKI JOINS FORCES WITH MEXICAN PHENOM DANNA PAOLA FOR NEW SINGLE “PARANOIA”

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Renowned music producer and multi-faceted entrepreneur, Steve Aoki, brings a new collaboration with Mexican powerhouse artist Danna Paola for his new single, “Paranoia.” The song and its official video are now available on all digital platforms. 

Newsletter: James Arthur Releases Stunning New Single ‘Just Us’

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Following his recent return with new tracks ‘Blindside’ & ‘A Year Ago’, and the announcement of his fifth, brand new studio album Bitter Sweet Love - out January 26th, 2024 on Columbia Records - multi-Platinum artist James Arthur releases new single ‘Just Us’ - listen here and watch the music video here.

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.