Newsletter: SZA’s new album, SOS projected to debut at No. 1 with one of the biggest first-week sales of the year by a solo artist

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American R&B superstar SZA has aimed for a number one debut Billboard Hot 100 this past December, with her highly anticipated album, SOS, projected to secure one of the biggest first-week sales by a female artist in 2022. 

Newsletter: Head In The Clouds Festival concludes its final international edition for the year in Manila with stunning performances from NIKI, Rich Brian, Joji, Denise Julia and many more!

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88rising’s Head In The Clouds Music & Arts Festival went international in 2022 and descended in Manila for the first time with exhilarating performances from the likes of headliners NIKI, Rich Brian, Joji, Jackson Wang, eaJ, YOASOBI and Jessi, over two days at SM Festival Grounds Parañaque City from 9th & 10th December. 

Newsletter: Pentatonix and Lea Salonga hit YouTube Trending Charts with “Christmas In Our Hearts” music video

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Their rendition of a Jose Mari Chan hit is part of Pentatonix’s new album, Holidays Around The World

Pentatonix (Photo credits: Jabari Jacobs)

Filipina Broadway superstar Lea Salonga has recently joined American a cappella group Pentatonix for the music video of “Christmas In Our Hearts.”

Newsletter: Sponge Cola drops “Hometown,” a song inspired by hit K-drama Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha

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After a successful concert tour in Canada to mark their 20th anniversary as a band, Sponge Cola returns with a new single inspired by K-drama smash Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha.

Newsletter: JACKSON WANG RELEASES NEW MUSIC VIDEO “COME ALIVE”

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Singer, performer and producer Jackson Wang shares his new cinematic music video for “Come Alive” from his sophomore album MAGIC MAN (TEAM WANG records/88rising Records/Warner Records/RYCE MUSIC GROUP). The video features creative & movement directed by Jackson Wang, and is directed by Rich Lee (Billie Eilish, Eminem, Lana del Rey). The clip shows Jackson at his most captivating yet as he steps into the persona and world of MAGIC MAN. Watch the video HERE.

Newsletter: Sony Music Entertainment Philippines gives back this holiday season to Charity Rise Against Hunger with ‘Season of Giving’ Campaign

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Funding will support the collection and distribution of donated food items and relief packs to communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic

Filipino songstress Hazel Faith also put on an intimate performance for beneficiaries

Sony Music Entertainment Philippines and singer-songwriter Hazel Faith have partnered with charity, Rise Against Hunger, to support vulnerable communities locally impacted by food insecurity, whose situations have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Newsletter: Japan tech unicorn Sansan to open Global Development Center in Philippines

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Sansan, Inc., a Japanese provider of cloud-based solutions that promote digital transformation (DX) and reshape how we work, today announces the establishment of its new cutting-edge Sansan Global Development Center in Cebu, Philippines. The Center will strengthen the development of Sansan’s product functions for global markets by establishing a global-standard technology development environment. 

Newsletter: Filipino singer-songwriter Jason Marvin releases worship anthem “Gain”

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WATERWALK RECORDS, a label under Sony Music, is committed to bringing Christian music to a new, streaming generation. Crossing genre and denominational lines with songs that promote spiritual maturity and journey, the Christian record label welcomes singer-songwriter Jason Marvin as one of the latest additions to their roster, which includes faith-based acts from the Philippines and across the region.

Newsletter: Sony Music Entertainment Philippines gives back this holiday season with ‘season of giving’ campaign

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Sony Music Entertainment Philippines and popular band NOBITA have partnered with Reach Out and Feed Philippines to support local communities impacted by hunger this holiday season. 

Newsletter: Zelijah’s “Show U” music video captures the messiness and fun of an ‘actual’ party

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Filipino rapper-producer Zelijah hits a sweet spot between peak-club trendiness and experimentation on his new single “Show U”—out via Sony Music Entertainment. 

Newsletter: SB19 and NOBITA put their own spin on The Eraserheads’ iconic anthems

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To commemorate the success of The Eraserheads’ reunion concert, top OPM acts such as SB19 and NOBITA have put their own unique spin on the supergroup’s beloved classics.

Newsletter: P-Pop star Mona Gonzales shows global potential with debut single “Always Remember”

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Sony Music Entertainment and ShowBT Philippines Corp., the entertainment company responsible for the breakthrough of award-winning boyband SB19, are set to launch another P-Pop star with immense global potential.

Newsletter: Folk-pop artist syd hartha links up with hip-hop sensation kiyo on new single “3:15”

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Acclaimed singer-songwriter syd hartha puts her eclecticism on full display with the release of her new single "3:15"—out today via Sony Music Entertainment.

Newsletter: ‘Before being the best athlete, I need to be a better person’ -- EJ Obiena

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27-year-old Filipino Olympic pole vaulter EJ Obiena shares his story of strength and resilience on the road to become Asia's best -- from overcoming stigma in the sport, to balancing his heart and mind as he dreams of bringing the Philippines glory in the sport that he loves.

 

The Scene Around: Tunog at Letra Music Festival

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It was a Saturday full of festivities around the metro. The same date of November 26 featured a lot of music events – both big and small – that instantly captivates the listening public. There was a single launch of Agaw Agimat, a Blaster bar tour, an Autotelic anniversary show, and a concert that featured six notable women in the OPM rock industry.