In February, Nicole Row officially became the new full-time bassist of American Rock band Incubus. Row is a longstanding endorser of Fender guitars. She supported one-off performances by many artists including Troye Sivan, and she also toured with Miley Cyrus in 2017. Row replaced Panic! at the Disco bass player Dallon Weekes, who left the band in December 2017, and she performed with the band until 2023. Meet Nicole Row as Incubus returns to Manila for their Asia Tour on April 25 at the Araneta Coliseum. Photos by: Nicole Row’s instagram Words by: Danica Haresco ..read more

Two of Pinoy rap’s biggest stars, Because and Hev Abi, join forces to deliver an electrifying new track titled “MINAHALAGAD.” Produced by NEXXFRIDAY, this slow-burner is an ear-tweaking and infectious rap track heavy on groove and sonic charisma. Known for his chart-topping hits such as “Marlboro Black,” “BMW,” and “Sandali,” Because is a stalwart figure in Pinoy rap since he exploded into the scene with his 2018 debut album “Heartbreak SZN.” Preceded by the breakout single “Marlboro Black,” Because carved out a niche for himself with his distinctive style and magnetic presence. Meanwhile, Hev ..read more

With the confirmed collaboration between popular hit-making band SunKissed Lola and retailtainment pioneer Puregold, fans are kept on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating what’s next. As expected, Puregold recently dropped a video teaser hinting at original music from fast-rising Pinoy Pop girl group BINI. The preview sparked immense excitement, drawing hundreds of enthusiastic comments from fans. BINI, comprising members Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena, has captured the hearts of Filipinos with viral hits like “Karera,” “Pantropiko,” and “Salamin.” Dubbed ..read more

Wish Us Luck Entertainment, in collaboration with Star Hunter Entertainment, proudly announces the highly anticipated Fan Meeting of “Love Senior The Series” in Manila, Philippines. The event will take place on April 27, 2024, at Teatrino Promenade in San Juan. “Love Senior The Series” is an adaptation of Karnrada’s popular novel “พี่ว้ากคะ รักหนูได้มั้ย? / P’Wak, Can You Love”, marking Star Hunter Entertainment’s debut into the Girls Love (GL) genre. Starring the talented actresses Anda and Lookkaew Kamollak, members of the new Thai Pop girl group COSMOS, the series follows the endearing tal ..read more

Last weekend, the Araneta Coliseum witnessed an extraordinary musical event as two renowned pop-punk bands, Boys Like Girls and We the Kings, took the stage. The iconic venue was filled to capacity with enthusiastic fans, predominantly from a generation of emo kids, who eagerly awaited the electrifying performances. Following their triumphant two-night concert at the New Frontier Theater and a captivating solo show in Cebu in October 2022, Boys Like Girls made their grand debut at an arena in the Philippines. Their highly anticipated performance marked a significant milestone in their musical ..read more

In the wake of the global success of “Run Back to You” with Lauv, Asian megastar Lay Zhang is set to captivate the music world once again with his latest single, “Psychic”. 2024 through Warner Music China, “Psychic” is the second lead single from his highly anticipated English album set to debut this year. LISTEN TO “PSYCHIC” This release underscores Lay’s commitment to his international audience, offering English,Chinese and Korean versions of the track, signaling the expansive journey ahead with this album project. Crafted by the collaborative genius of Lay, Rykeyz, Sean Douglas, JHart ..read more

Regine Velasquez-Alcasid once again captivated her audience in the repeat of the highly successful “Regine Rocks” show at the Mall of Asia Arena. Among the memorable moments that stood out, here are our top five: 5. Stage Production She wowed her fans with breathtaking stage productions that left a lasting impression. Directors Paolo Valenciano and Ms. Cacai Mitra, along with their talented team, orchestrated an unforgettable visual spectacle for the local arena show. The stage was adorned with an array of cutting-edge technology, including numerous LED screens and mesmerizing laser lights. I ..read more

Catch American singer, songwriter, and actress Debbie Gibson as she takes Manila on an ultimate trip back to the 80s with her electrifying songs on April 26 at the New Frontier Theater. Gibson’s “Electric Youth” album was released in early 1989 and quickly became a smash hit. Known for her catchy pop tunes and strong vocal abilities, Gibson’s second studio album solidified her status as a rising star in the music industry. The album’s title track, “Electric Youth,” was a major hit, reaching the top of the charts and showcasing Gibson’s talent as a songwriter and performer. One of the standou ..read more

Fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of who will be joining pop-rock group Sunkissed Lola as part of Puregold’s newest family. Rumors abound that P-pop powerhouse groups SB19, BINI, and rap superstar Flow-G will be the next additions to Aling Puring’s curated playlist. SB19 is set to conclude their PAGTATAG! era with a highly anticipated two-night performance at the Big Dome next month. Meanwhile, BINI continues to dominate the charts with 3.1 million monthly listeners and their single “Pantropiko,” which secured the number 2 Top Song position on Spotify Philippines. Their popularity ..read more

The biggest names in Philippine recording, TV, cinema and stage are converging at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater on May 11 and 12, 2024 for “Gen C” — a musical offering in honor of National Artist Ryan Cayabyab’s 70th birthday. Topnotch artists are set to perform and collaborate with Maestro Ryan Cayayab a.k.a. Mr. C. for this once-in-a-lifetime extravaganza On May 11, the guests include Aicelle Santos, Arman Ferrer, Ateneo Chamber Singers, Basil Valdez, Belle Mariano, Bituin Escalante, Dilaw, Jed Madela, John Arcilla, Kakai Bautista, Karylle Tatlonghari, Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, Mikkie Br ..read more