WHEN: WARNER MUSIC PH YEAR END BLOGCON 2015

WARNER MUSIC PH YEAR END BLOGCON 2015

When a music giant sent me an invite for dinner at Lola Cafe - few blocks away from my office - with Coldplay listening party included in the event, there is no way I would say no. It's Warner Music Philippines' year end blogcon and it is also my first time to finally meet Ms. Donna Aquino, Warner's online promotion executive.

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WHAT: KAMIKAZEE'S "HULING SAYAW" PRESSCON IS EXACTLY WHY YOU'LL MISS THEM

KAMIKAZEE'S "HULING SAYAW" PRESSCON IS EXACTLY WHY YOU'LL MISS THEM

It was early this year when OPM band Kamikazee announced their decision to disband after a loud and insane 15 years in the music scene. Although despite the viral disbandment news, the band then cleared that it's more of an indefinite hiatus. Hmm, either way it's still saddening, more so after being with them for their final show concert presscon.

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WHEN: KAMIKAZEE “HUMBLED” BY FAN REACTION TO ‘HULING SAYAW’

 

KAMIKAZEE “HUMBLED” BY FAN REACTION TO ‘HULING SAYAW’

Filipino Rock Legends Set To Fill Araneta Coliseum For Farewell Show! 

Kamikazee have admitted to being “humbled” by fan reaction after thousands snapped up tickets for their farewell show at the SMART Araneta Coliseum on December 10, 2015 8PM.

The 15,000-capacity venue looks set to be a sell-out with legions of Kamikazee fans having already made sure of their places at what is set to be the gig of the year. Over 1,000 tickets were sold in just minutes after they went on sale, while the standing section and several seated areas have already sold out.

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WHAT: WILDERNESS RELEASES MV OF MODERN KUNDIMAN "PASAWAY"

WILDERNESS RELEASES MUSIC VIDEO OF MODERN KUNDIMAN "PASAWAY"

Wilderness, most known for their robust performances of psychedelic rock numbers, releases music video for Modern-Kundiman song “Pasaway”. The two-day shoot was located in Director Lumbera’s hometown where the members embarked on an expedition through the thick woods and sprawling rivers of Balete, Batangas. It was directed by Gym Lumbera and, hello HS sophomore classmate, Malay Javier!

I never thought a place in Batangas can haunt me, at least on screen. And by haunt I meant not the spirit kind, but the unexplainable feelings that recur to your familiarity, much to its video and calming story telling. Kung hugot at hugot lang, walang sinabe ang lyrics ng mga bagong banda! Wait till the end of the video and read the lyrics, saksak!

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WHO: ELY BUENDIA / WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO SHOOT THE EHEADS FRONT MAN

ELY BUENDIA / WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO SHOOT THE EHEADS FRONT MAN

This is probably the third time I will have a post published with photos of Ely Buendia in it, with Sony's very first silent concert in the country being my closest encounter with him. How I wish I can consider this photoshoot as the nearest I could ever be with him though, but the lucky stars are over photographer Adrian Gonzales so I'll just have to envy him for as long as I consider Buendia as the hottest OPM vocalist, next to Gab Alipe (waaah).

How does it feels like then to shoot the rock legend frontman of Eraserheads? Adrian recounts the opportunity:

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WHO: RED BULL THRE3STYLE 2015 / FILIPINO DJ DEFENDS NATIONAL TITLE

RED BULL THRE3STYLE 2015 / FILIPINO DJ DEFENDS NATIONAL TITLE

On its sophomore year in the country, Red Bull Thre3style pitted six of the Philippines’ hottest DJs at the National Finals held last June 27 at the metro’s biggest club, Valkyrie.

At the epic night’s end, defending champion DJ Carlo Atendido bested fellow finalists in DJ-ing skills, technical wizardry, and the ability to keep the crowd moving for a second shot at representing the country at the World Championships to be held in Tokyo, Japan later this year. DJ Nikita del Rosario, also a national finalist from the Thre3style 2014 run, and DJ Miguel (de Borja), the youngest of the night’s participants, placed first and second runners-up respectively.

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WHEN: EMEX MANILA 2015 / A HALLWAY OF TECH AND BEATS

EMEX MANILA 2015 / A HALLWAY OF TECH AND BEATS

Quite glad to be handpicked as one of the media partners for this year's Electronic MusiCon aka EMEX 2015 held at SMX Convention Center. It was a Friday - Sunday event but unfortunately I got to only attend its third day for work related reasons. The last day didn't disappoint though, I still got to enjoy the second floor's hallways of exhibitors featuring the latest on music technology, DJs and producers back and forth, and seminars for passionate musicians like you!

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WHAT: DEEZER'S OFFICIAL RESPONSE TO APPLE MUSIC

DEEZER'S OFFICIAL RESPONSE TO APPLE MUSIC

Another music streaming service joins the competition as this year's WWDC announced the Apple Music. With the addition to the list of streaming services all aiming to have the best curation of music and be the top choice for listeners, Deezer shares to Faudible what their CEO Hans-Holger Albrecht has to say on the new Apple Music.

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WHEN: EMEX MANILA 2015 / ELECTRONIC MUSIC CONFERENCE AND AUDIO EXPO

EMEX MANILA 2015 / ELECTRONIC MUSIC CONFERENCE AND AUDIO EXPO

This year, a full blown showcase of presenters, panelists, exhibitors, and performers will complete the EMEX 2015 at SMX Convention Center inside SM Aura Taguig starting from June 19th to the 21st. The Electronic Music Conference and Audio Expo (EMEX) is an annual multi-faceted platform for the Philippine electronic music scene, the audio and music products industry, the nightclub entertainment industry, and the performing artists, DJs, producers, and musicians. 

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WHEN: SATCHMI VINYL DAY 2015 / HEAR THE BANDS, HOARD THE VINYLS!

SATCHMI VINYL DAY 2015 / HEAR THE BANDS, HOARD THE VINYLS!

Satchmi has been preying on the vinyl listeners and music festival goers for three years in a row now, as they recently concluded the Satchmi Vinyl Day 2015 at the Bonifacio High Street Ampitheater last week. It's a long day affair - from sunshine to midnight - of bands, perks, and of course Motorino, and tons of vinyls for sale. 

I must admit I don't own a vinyl yet, more so a player. But hey one doesn't necessarily have to own some to attend and enjoy it. Perhaps this can even trigger your interest, coz it sure did mine! How? Read more :)

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WHEN: SLIDEFEST PHILIPPINES / EAT. SLIP. SLIDE. REPEAT

SLIDEFEST PHILIPPINES / EAT. SLIP. SLIDE. REPEAT 

Remember when you ran for your life as you survive the zombie infested event Outbreak Manila? Or when you had a brain cracking attack with friends to escape the game rooms of Breakout Philippines? If you thought all these are exciting, then wait till you experience Runtertainment, Inc.'s newest definition of challenge and fun - the SLIDEFEST PHILIPPINES - a festival featuring the 1000 FEET slip and slide water event! 

So how do I get to try this thousand feet slide? Where will it be and when? What's more to see on the most awesome festival this summer? Read to know more!

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WHEN: MAKE A WISH, IT'S 11:11 MUSIC FESTIVAL - WORLD BEYOND WISHES

MAKE A WISH, IT'S 11:11 MUSIC FESTIVAL - WORLD BEYOND WISHES

         I won't deny, if there are 100 ways to wish in a single journey, I won't think twice of trying them all out. Same numerical plate numbers? First visit to a church? The clock strikes 11:11? AM or PM, it doesn't matter! Same reverence I give to music genres, give me great 100 singles, and I would gladly listen to them regardless who the artist is!

        And I'm just so glad that DLSU's Economic Organization grants wishes for superstitious revelers like me as they bring together different OPM bands and DJs on February 20, 2015, at the Greenfield District Mandaluyong for the 11:11 Music Festival!

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