Newsletter: PLDT, Smart push for safe gaming spaces as Philippines leads global list of video game players

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Leading integrated telco PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continue to push for safer online spaces, particularly in the gaming community, as the Group backs this year's global celebration of Safer Internet Day and continues its support for esports.

Newsletter: Australian artist RUEL announces free mall show in Manila this weekend!

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Australian singer-songwriter Ruel returns to Manila for a special mall show happening at the Venice Grand Canal Mall in Taguig City this Saturday, February 18, 2023.

Newsletter: SPOTV NOW to stream Circle Chart Music Awards 2022

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SPOTV is excited to announce that its mobile app, SPOTV NOW, will be streaming the 12th Annual Circle Chart Music Awards live from the KSPO DOME in Seoul on 18 February 2023. The live stream will be free and accessible to all SPOTV NOW users, making it a treat for all music and K-POP fans alike.

Newsletter: Give glory to Magic’s oldest villains in Phyrexia: All Will Be One

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Wizards of the Coast will be launching  Phyrexia: All Will Be One, the latest set for the world’s best trading card game, Magic: The Gathering. The third instalment to the four-part Phyrexian storyline, Phyrexia: All Will Be One will see players experience the beauty and horror of the Phyrexians as Magic’s oldest, most memorable villains, pursue their plans to take over the multiverse. The set contains 271 cards and is available to play on tabletop from 10 February onwards. 

Newsletter: Klingande and Vargen Reveal Energetic New Single “Kids On The Run”

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Klingande kicks off 2023 with “Kids On The Run,” a nostalgic house anthem that sees the multi-platinum French DJ & producer collaborating with rising producer VARGEN. The feel-good track is brought to life by Klingande and Vargen’s high-energy sound. Drawing from ‘70s rock music as well as upbeat, catchy EDM.  “Kids On The Run” is set to be an instant classic.

Valentine's Day Na! Eh Ano Ngayon? (v. 2023)

02/14/2023 12:20:52 PM

Teka lang, akala ko ba tinigil na natin ang pagsusulat tungkol dito? Last year, ni-retire na natin 'to ah. May internal memo ka pa na pinakita. Anyare, aber?

Newsletter: DVBBS and Wiz Khalifa Join Forces on Soon-To-Be-Viral Single "Sh Sh Sh (Hit That)" with urfavexboyfriend and Goldsoul. Out now on Ultra Records/Sony Music

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Canadian brothers DVBBS keep showcasing their creative prowess by breaking genre barriers with their new single with Wiz Khalifa - "Sh Sh Sh (Hit That)," a record sitting on the intersection of bass and hip hop music, infused with a sample coming from a startup rapper, urfavxboyfriend, that DVBBS accidentally stumbled upon on his TikTok account on one of the uploads. They loved the line from the get-go and knew they had to make it into a full-length track. Wiz wasted no time jumping on board, and the rest is history - a unique sound that sees DVBBS experimenting and Wiz's signature flow with the catchy "Sh Sh Sh" vocal overlay. This unusual release is part of the growing trend of TikTok mashups that have become popular with the platform and Instagram's videos, giving previously unknown artists yet another way to break through to the masses. Viral dancer and social media personality Casey Frey recently uploaded his video take on "Sh Sh Sh (Hit That)" with DVBBS & Wiz Khalifa's track to Instagram, which has amassed over 280K likes and surpassed 6M views within only 3 days from its upload.

Newsletter: Shop Safely This 2023: 5 signs your online transaction may be a scam

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The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the way Filipinos do shopping. The lockdowns have brought about an increase in online shopping transactions. However, this has also brought about an increase in digital fraud. 

Newsletter: San Holo “DON’T LOOK DOWN” feat. Lizzy Land

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"DON’T LOOK DOWN is here to remind you that your doubts and negative thoughts are just like clouds passing by. We easily get caught up in the noise of everyday life, myself included. I hope this song can help you keep your head up, and give you the strength to keep going! This song means so much to me and was written from the heart!" -San Holo

Acclaimed Dutch producer, artist, and mental health advocate San Holo releases his poignantly emotional new single “DON’T LOOK DOWN” via Helix Records on January 27. At once melancholy and uplifting, the track stays true to the artist’s quintessential sound, reaching for epic sonic heights while maintaining an intimate and heartfelt level of songcraft.

Newsletter: PLDT, Smart strengthen Siargao’s community-based mental health program with Psychological First Aid training

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Riyan Portuguez, more popularly known as “Your Millennial Psychologist”, leads the Psychological First Aid training of the volunteer participants from General Luna, Surigao del Norte.

More than a year after Typhoon Odette ravaged the homes of Siargao’s residents, the island has since been on a path towards rehabilitation and recovery. To strengthen the mental health and wellbeing of Siargao residents, the local government of the Municipality of General Luna in Surigao del Norte recently partnered with PLDT and Smart to launch its community-based mental health program through the Psychological First Aid (PFA) training.  

 

The Rundown Slam: WWE Royal Rumble 2023

02/10/2023 03:50:42 PM

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You know, I shouldn't be writing stuff about this monumental wrestling event. Hey, we're almost three weeks removed from the Royal Rumble, so why do we need to milk more on this annual January WWE show which shows the opening salvo on the WrestleMania season?

Newsletter: ULTI-HYPHENATE RAPPER, PRODUCER & ACTOR RICH BRIAN UNVEILS NEW SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO “SUNDANCE FREESTYLE” VIA 88RISING / WARNER RECORDS

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Coming off the heels of the Sundance premiere of his first-ever feature film, the Justin Chon-directed Jamojaya, Indonesian rapper, singer, and producer Rich Brian releases a new single “Sundance Freestyle” via 88rising / Warner Records with an accompanying music video.

Listen to “Sundance Freestyle” HERE and watch the music video HERE.

PlayBack: Crazy As Pinoy - Panaginip (Two decades later)

02/09/2023 02:11:11 PM

It's noontime in early 2000s. You are watching Eat Bulaga, the Philippines' long-standing variety show which serves a chopseuy of sorts – from beauty contests Little Miss Philippines to Tee Vee Babe plus Mr. Pogi; from a gut-wrenching fate of Laban O Bawi to an all-gagged up Bulagaan; from just fanboying to the triumvirate of Tito, Vic, and Joey, to its bunch of supporting co-hosts plus being titillated with the emerging Sexbomb Girls.

Newsletter: KAIA brings back the fun in pop music on the performance video of “Turn Up”

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After earning rave reviews for their Y2K-indebted track “Dalawa,” KAIA marks another creative triumph for P-Pop with the release of another banger under Sony Music Entertainment.

Alay Ni Sheng takes a bow with its final long set show this Saturday

02/08/2023 03:17:07 PM

For nearly a decade, Alay Ni Sheng had been on a roller coaster ride as a punk rock band in the underground music scene. This Saturday, 11 February 2023, they will be holding their curtain call at Jerson's Bar & BBQ in Moonwalk, Parañaque City.