The Scene Around: Summer Music Vibes Bar Tour

03/11/2024 03:34:10 PM

It's been a very long while since I blogged about the music shows I've been into. And frankly, I've been trying to get back into writing for my own site since I felt I've lost the art of doing so. Strange for someone who's bread and butter in the majority of his corporate life involves writing, right?

Newsletter: MBNEL puts the global spotlight on Filipino rap talent with GHOSTS 2 release

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It seems like there’s really no stopping Filipino-American rap sensation MBNel. With his last single “JUST LIKE YOU” still sizzling hot from his creative oven, he’s come up with yet another masterpiece to put the spotlight on Filipino rap talent with the release of “GHOSTS 2”. The single’s music video was filmed entirely in Malate, Manila, which is proving to be the epicenter of Pinoy Hip-hop. Filipino Hip-hop artists like Shanti Dope, Hellmerry, O Side Mafia, Pricetagg, Fast Cash, and many others came out in full support and made appearances in the “GHOSTS 2” music video—perhaps as a preview of possible future collaborations among Filipino rap talents from all over the world. MBNel himself admits, “I’m planning to work with some of the biggest Filipino rap stars soon”. Asked how he felt in having so many local Pinoy rap artists show up to support his music video shoot, the rapper was very appreciative, saying “It was really dope. Everyone was cool, and they were very welcoming of me.”

Newsletter: Globe Business shines spotlight on outstanding ‘Pinaypreneurs’

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KD Dizon, Vice President and Head, Globe Business; Pinay entrepreneur Hiyasmin Neri-Soriano; and Angie Po, Vice President for Product, Globe Business. 

A year after receiving the Innovator Award from Globe Business at Cosmopolitan PH's Women of Influence 2023, dynamic Pinay entrepreneur Hiyasmin Neri-Soriano continues to stand out as a model of innovation and leadership, embodying the principles that earned her the prestigious recognition.

Newsletter: K-POP GROUP, CRAVITY RELEASE THEIR 7TH MINI ALBUM, EVERSHINE

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Filled with the bright energy of youth, K-Pop group CRAVITY return with their 7th mini album, EVERSHINE. This mini album encapsulates the passionate love of youth, marking another chapter in CRAVITY's explosive growth. In the quiet of nightfall, the beauty of the afterglow is revealed, reminding us that even in darkness, there's a promise of a brighter sunrise. Following their successful first world tour, KCON LA performance, and official debut in Japan, CRAVITY showcases a more distinct color than ever before, pouring out raw emotions in their latest musical offering. Named by Grammy.com as a “K-Pop Boy Group To Watch,” 2024 is poised to be their best year yet.

Newsletter: UP Mathematicians Develop Algorithm to Simulate Monkeypox Spread and Raise Awareness

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By: Maria Alexandra Marmol

In a major stride towards enhancing global epidemic preparedness, Drs. Victoria May Mendoza and Renier Mendoza of the UP Diliman College of Science Institute of Mathematics (UPD-CS IM) have provided key findings on the dynamics of monkeypox spread. In collaboration with South Korean researchers, the team developed an innovative algorithm to investigate the pivotal role of self-reporting and contact tracing in the early stages of monkeypox transmission via simulations.

The stochastic simulation process illustrating the possible mitigation or spread of infection depending on whether the primary case self-reports or not. (Photo credit: Ko et. al., 2023)

Newsletter: Globe partners with GMS to transform enterprise customer experience with AI-powered solutions

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Globe, a leading digital solutions platform in the Philippines, has entered into a strategic partnership with AI-driven communications solutions partner GMS to revolutionize the landscape of customer experience for enterprises across the country through state-of-the-art communications solutions powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Newsletter: UP Diliman Professors Share Scientists’ Procurement Struggles at Senate Hearing

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By Harvey Sapigao

Senate hearing of the revised procurement law (Photo credit: Senate of the Philippines)

College of Science (CS) Dean Giovanni Tapang held up a little white device as he finished his presentation. “This is a ₱150,000 component,” he described. “Isa lang gumagawa nito sa buong mundo, pero ang hirap pilitin sila na magregister sa PhilGEPS,” he continued, referring to the requirement that foreign companies must first register to the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS) before they can sell products to local scientists.

Newsletter: Addressing the Philippines' 2024 Threat Landscape: Kaspersky launches KUMA platform

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To help Filipino businesses and organizations stay safe in cyberspace while embracing digitalization, Kaspersky announces today the launch of Kaspersky Unified Monitoring and Analysis Platform (KUMA), its integrated software solution that includes a set of functions for security information and event monitoring and management. 

Newsletter: AltG Records’ Sala tackles societal pressures with debut single “Hi, Tita!”

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OPM band Sala is set to release their debut single AltG Records, “Hi Tita!,” this March 15 on digital platforms worldwide.

Newsletter: Plume releases enchanting debut single “Beautiful”

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AltG Records' newest artist Plume is taking the music scene by storm with the release of his debut single, “Beautiful,” on digital platforms this past March 1. 

Newsletter: Smart ignites youth voice in UP Fair 2024

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Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), the wireless arm of PLDT, lit up the University of the Philippines Diliman’s (UPD) annual UP Fair, a week-long advocacy-led music event with the theme “Paalabin ang tinig”. As platinum sponsor, Smart added spark to ignite the voice of the youth.

Newsletter: LUNADIRA STUNS WITH DEBUT ALBUM 'i'll be alright, right?'

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Photo Credit: Amani Azlin

Malaysian singer-songwriter Lunadira releases her highly-anticipated debut album 'i'll be alright, right?' via TONGTONG Asia. The slow, scintillating reveal of the album's first four singles ("OVERTHINKING" & "GO SLOW", title track "i'll be alright, right?", and "crying over nothing (wah wah)") offered a sneak peek into the artist's labyrinthine emotions, navigating the tumultuous waters of life, love, and self-discovery. Fans can listen to the album here: symphony.to/lunadira/ibar-album

Newsletter: SZA releases 5-track audio bundle for “Saturn”

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Top Dawg Entertainment/RCA Records’ 4x-time Grammy award-winning artist SZA, releases a 5-track audio bundle for “Saturn.”

Newsletter: MGMT RELEASE “DANCING IN BABYLON” FEAT. CHRISTINE AND THE QUEENS

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MGMT has offered a final taste of new music ahead of the Feb. 23 release of their upcoming Mom + Pop album Loss Of Life, in the form of “Dancing in Babylon.” The song and video both feature Christine and the Queens’ Chris, marking the first ever duet on an MGMT album. Listen to “Dancing in Babylon” HERE. Buy/Stream Loss of Life HERE.

Newsletter: Patricia Heart joins all-star roster of Sony Music Entertainment, releases debut single “Kahit Di Ako ang Gusto Mo”

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The track blends confessional songwriting style with a soul-stirring, crossover sound

Filipino singer-songwriter Patricia Heart is ready to captivate the mainstream audience with her authenticity and music talent. The CamSur-based recording artist has recently signed with Sony Music Entertainment, the home to an all-star roster of OPM acts such as Ben&Ben, SB19, Clara Benin, Ace Banzuelo, Denise Julia, O Side Mafia, Demi, and dwta—to name a few.