Milky Chance Share Trip Tape Ahead Of North American Tour

Check It Out HERE https://milky-chance.lnk.to/triptape 

New Single “Colorado” Is Top 5 On Triple A Radio, Top 10 On Alternative Radio

Milky Chance — the 5+ billion-streaming German duo known for their global hits and inventive, chameleonic approach to pop songwriting — share Trip Tape, an official collection of the covers and remixes originally featured as part of the soundtrack to Milky Chance’s Road Tripping Radio series. In these videos, Phillipp Dausch and Clemens Rehbein drive through cities like Berlin and San Francisco while listening to an alternate world radio where every song is performed by Milky Chance. Not only does this include Milky Chance originals, but knockout covers of smash hits like Soft Cell’s “Tainted Love,” Dua Lipa’s “Levitating,” and The Weeknd’s “Save Your Tears,” as well as remixes and demos. Another standout track is a stirring cover of Bad Bunny and Rosalía’s reggaeton hit, La Noche De Anoche – marking the duo’s first time singing in Spanish, their third language behind German and English.

Listen to Trip Tape here. https://milky-chance.lnk.to/triptape

Dausch and Rehbein continued their dedicated work ethic through the pandemic, even over long distances. In August of 2020, when things began kicking into overdrive, Rehbein decided he needed to be closer to Dausch and ended up moving to Berlin, where the latter had been living for the past few years. Once united, the pair began going into the studio together daily, really pushing themselves musically. “The studio became this escape, this hideaway for us,” says Rehbein. “It was a place where anything was possible.”  They eventually began playing with covers of other artists, expanding their sound in bold and new directions and sharing the results on TikTok. When fans heard the new material the guys were working on, they rushed to social media and began asking them to release full versions. After seeing this outpour from their supporters, a mixtape felt like the right way to give them to people.

Says the band ––

“We spent so much time in the studio the past couple of years working on new music and ‘Colorado’ was the big kick-off. But in lockdown two things happened - next to ‘Colorado’ we found ourselves with so many new songs we love and we also got into making our own versions of other artists’ songs we enjoy. On top of that Icarus made a remix of ‘Colorado’ that we’re absolutely buzzing about! So how can we bring all of these different things out?.. A TRIP TAPE.”

Milky Chance’s latest single “Colorado” is making a big impact both on radio and streaming. Colorado peaked at #2 on the Triple A Radio charts and just hit the Top 10 at Alternative Radio. The song also has more than 50 million global streams, helping the group place among Spotify’s 500 Most Streamed Artists. 

Watch the surreal, Lynchian video for “Colorado” here.

Trip Tape and “Colorado” follow the 2019 release of their acclaimed album Mind The Moon (which NPR Music said introduced “new twists on the old concept of world music,” while American Songwriter said it “takes great leaps and lands in completely unexpected, but creatively rich, territory”) and their 2020 Jack Johnson collaboration “Don’t Let Me Down.” Watch their performance of “Don’t Let Me Down” for The Late Show With Stephen Colbert here.

Milky Chance are preparing for a headlining North American tour beginning November 18, see full dates below.

Trip Tape Tracklist

Colorado

Tainted Love

Cold Summer Breeze

Love Again

La Noche De Anoche

Levitating

Save Your Tears

Butterfly (Demo)

Lights Out (Demo)

Lately (Demo)

Addicted (Demo)

Colorado (Icarus Remix)

Tour Dates

Nov. 18 — Missoula, MT @ The Wilma // SOLD OUT

Nov. 19 — Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory // SOLD OUT

Nov. 20 — Spokane, WA @ Knitting Factory // SOLD OUT

Nov. 22 — Vancouver, BC @ Orpheum Theatre

Nov. 23 — Calgary, AB @ The Grey Eagle Event Centre

Nov. 25 — Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre

Nov. 26 — Minneapolis, MN @ The Fillmore Minneapolis

Nov. 27 — Chicago, IL @ Riviera Theatre

Nov. 28 — Milwaukee, WI @ Turner Hall Ballroom

Nov. 30 — Boston, MA @ House Of Blues // SOLD OUT

Dec. 1 — Toronto, ON @ Rebel

Dec. 2 — Montreal, QC @ MTelus // SOLD OUT

Dec. 4 — Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz

Dec. 5 — Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore Charlotte

Dec. 6 — Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle Atlanta

Dec. 8 — Tampa, FL @ The Ritz Ybor

Dec. 10 — Houston, TX @ House Of Blues

Dec. 11 — Dallas, TX @ House Of Blues

Dec. 13 — Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren

Dec. 14 — Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern // SOLD OUT

Dec. 16 — Seattle, WA @ The Moore Theatre

Dec. 17 — Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom // SOLD OUT

Dec. 19 — Denver, CO @ Mission Ballroom // SOLD OUT

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Ben&Ben to push the boundaries of concert production on a scale that’s never been done before with ‘Kuwaderno’

Different forms of art intertwine on the nine-piece band’s most ambitious concert so far

Ben&Ben are redefining the virtual concert-going experience with the biggest headline show of their career. 

Aptly titled Kuwaderno: A Ben&Ben Online Concert, the Filipino nine-piece collective are pushing the boundaries of music shows in the new normal setting by integrating creative disciplines such as drama, dance, orchestra, and technology with a live performance. Their highly anticipated major concert will be staged at the SMART Araneta Coliseum, and will be streamed live on December 5, 2021, from 8pm to 11pm via digital streaming platform, KTX.ph. 

“We can’t deny the fact that it’s the biggest project we’ve undertaken so far, and I think you just somehow know that it’s a leap of faith when the streams of guidance and providence lead you to the right people who believe in the same vision you have: To bring the music and the messages they carry to life,” the award-winning group said. “This spirit of collaboration was one of the defining themes of our album ‘Pebble House Volume One: Kuwaderno’ and it was only by natural desire that we brought the same spirit and attitude when we began working on the concert. As for the play between grand and intimate, we really wanted our listeners to relish in the grandiosity of what their support means to us. Doing a concert on this scale and bringing them closer into that bigger picture is our way of expressing immense gratitude to them as well.”

The audio-visual spectacle promises to bring the immense joy of experiencing live music and give an impression of conceptual grandness that are at par with the most memorable concerts in recent history. From mounting multiple-stage setups to performing in one of the biggest live music venues in the country, Kuwaderno aims to open new possibilities despite the limitations of the platform, and intimately build a connection with the audience all over the world.

The awe-inspiring creativity and ambition that Kuwadernodares to achieve, wouldn’t be possible without the collaborators that painstakingly put their heart and soul into the project. Concert director Paolo Valenciano, along with co-director Maribel Legarda, Philippine Theater Association (PETA), and veteran light designer Shakira Villa-Symes—to name a few, understood Ben&Ben’s unique vision and translated them so clearly to create a cohesive piece of work. Ben&Ben attest to how significant their contributions are, not only in turning the concert into a reality, but in making sure that they are able to nurture a creative environment that promotes healthy exchange of ideas. “Working closely with them on this concert only made it clearer to us why they are the biggest names in the industry. The flow of ideas and creative energies really went on naturally because of their openness, and their generosity to share with us their thoughts, but what makes them more admirable is their skill to work within the limitations that we have and to adapt when faced with challenges. We definitely learned a lot from their work ethic.”

Believing in the magic that happens when different forms of art intertwine, the prolific folk-pop asserts that some feelings are best conveyed not just by the music elements alone. This prompted Ben&Ben and their team to include actors and dancers as part of the visual narrative to give the audience a semblance of being physically present with them throughout the concert journey. “Movement and dance and the entire visual narrative of it all woven into our music brought our songs to life,” the band said in a statement. “The talented dancers we’ve worked with, headed by choreographer Gio Gahol, are from different dance groups as well. It is amazing to see how they seem to get along and dance so passionately with each other easily.”

In terms of production design, the team stepped up their game in being more in line with the times, and pushing the envelope in terms of how the music can be represented visually. According to the nine-piece ensemble, each stage has its own purpose, its own symbolisms and visual elements. Even the lighting has its own poignant significance. “We want our listeners to know that each piece of the puzzle was thoughtfully included, and we’re excited to see them piece everything together when they watch the full show.”

The band is confident that Kuwaderno: A Ben&Ben Online Concert will not only deliver unparalleled innovation tolocal concert productions, but also bring light to a lot of people suffering in silence during the most challenging of times. “Having the opportunity to do so during the pandemic, we also felt such a huge responsibility to be able to inspire more people with stories of humanity and hope. We’ve received a lot of messages from Liwanag (the fan club) telling us how the band has helped them get through the tough times. Hopefully through this concert, we’ll be able to use our platform in making them feel that they’re not alone in this fight.” 

Ms. Val Guico, the General Manager of Ben&Ben Music Productions, is also equally grateful to the people involved in the production for making strides in pulling off an envelope-pushing event. According to her, one of the main goals of mounting Kuwaderno is to extend help to the production team whose livelihood and work have been greatly affected by the pandemic. “Bulk of the concert earnings will be shared to everyone behind the scenes,” the concert producer reveals. “They are the unsung heroes of the show. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to bring Ben&Ben’s vision to life.”

Tickets to Kuwaderno: A Ben&Ben Online Concert can be purchased via the KTX website. The TINATANGI package (priced at PHP 8,000), which gives you access to the online concert, plus an Exclusive 1 on 1 HaranaSession with the band on Zoom and a raffle entry to the Exclusive Ben&Ben House Tour, is already SOLD OUT. Other ticket tiers that are still available include KAIBIGAN (priced at PHP 1,000), MAGKA-IBIGAN (priced at PHP 3,500), and MAHIWAGA (priced at PHP 5,500)—all containing different packages and inclusions.

Kuwaderno: A Ben&Ben Online Concert is brought to you by Ben&Ben Music Productions and SMART Telecommunications Inc., and is co-presented by Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA), Sony Music Philippines, Big Bulb, Chapters, Robinson’s Mall, KTX.ph, Elesi, Cream Silk, Primo, Phirst Park Homes, Novotel, JB Music, Urban Smiles, Summit, Philippine Red Cross, Sennheiser, Verona Audio Design, and Jilla Sara. Special thanks to the media partners: MYX, 96.3 Easy Rock, and Wish 107.5.

Source: Nyou

Warm Tea on a Rainy Day

Lorenz visited me with flowers and cake to celebrate my published essay on the anthology Warm Tea on a Rainy Day 📕

Meet R Rules, the newest girl group under MCA Music Inc.

Four-piece girl group R Rules are set to make a splash in the music scene with their empowering anthems.

Giving value to pop music through their hard work and universal appeal, the promising rookies are ready to share their unique music journey to inspire and bring joy to music fans all over the world. Previously signed under a different label, R Rules (formerly known as Japh Dolls) are composed of RIYO, RURI, REINA, RISA—all four of them, fluent in Filipino, English, and Japanese and are currently undergoing de rigeur trainee development program to hone their skills. Get to know the girls behind R Rules: 

Watch here: R Rules Artist Reveal

“Through our music, we want to showcase women empowerment,” says the group. “Women can work hard and still enjoy life. We want to express how we can be independent and still be happy with our lives. Also, in terms of music genre, we are pop but more importantly, we will sound like our goals, visions, and anything that inspires it.”

Their compelling story and unique vision caught the attention of MCA Music Inc., which supported R Rules as they embarked on the new chapter of their music journey.

“We found about R Rules through my co-A&R Daddy A of Def Jam Philippines,” Lloyd ‘Tiny’ Corpuz, Senior A&R Manager Pop Label - UMG Philippines shares in a statement. “He endorsed the ladies to the team, and we happily took them in because of their story. They were a girl group before with a different name. But we want to approach things differently by starting from scratch. We want to guide them in every step of the way.”

Dance Cover | Money

Tiny also praised the group for their hard work and dedication to achieve their dreams as artists. “There is that sense of ownership and accountability in what they do. They overflow with passion, and I really appreciate their core values as a group and as individuals. They’re a joy to work with, and each of them has a compelling story to tell.”

R Rules, in return, are happy to be part of MCA Music Inc.’s growing pop music roster, which includes some of the biggest household names in any genre—from Zack Tabudlo to Darren Espanto. 

Dance Cover | SG 

“It has been a rollercoaster ride for all of us so we arebeyond grateful to be part of MCA,” the girl group admits.“Working with the label so far, we are enjoying every bit of thing that is given to us and working with the team is such a blessing because of how they treat us. They are already like our 2nd family.

The rising pop sensation will be releasing their official debut single under MCA Music Inc. very soon and it's definitely something to watch out for! Follow R Rules on their socials so you won't miss a thing.

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VVS Collective celebrates women from the countryside with pop-rap crossover “Probinsyana”

Stream: https://VVSCollective.lnk.to/Probinsyana

Promising hip-hop quartet VVS Collective pays tribute to the women of the countryside whose distinct looks, effortless grace, and captivating intelligence redefine conventional standards of beauty.

On their lilting anthem “Probinsyana,” the rap crew delivers a romantic serenade for every ‘country’ lass who took their breath away in recent years. 

“Probinsyana is a feel-good track which many Filipinos can relate to,” the group describes the appeal of their latest single. “It’s about searching and pursuing that dream girl who lives in the suburbs or the province. It expounds on the qualities of a province girl who’s simple yet has everything you’re looking for in a girl. With the thousands of islands that the Philippines has, the track will surely transcend to all Probinsyanas all over the country.”

What makes it extra special is their attempt to take a stand against urbanite snobbery and Manila-centrism in a song that celebrates women of all kinds, regardless of their geographical and social background.

Watch: https://VVSCollective.lnk.to/Probinsyana_MV 

As Gabrang puts it, “let's face it: there's prejudice here in Manila towards Bisaya/Probinsyano. We see people make fun of them, and sometimes, they’re treated as inferior because of the way they talk, their skin color, and their background. Probinsyana is our way to boost their confidence, and celebrate their inner beauty and captivating uniqueness. I hope it inspires them to look things differently and be proud of who they are and where they come from.”

If the sparkly, pop-infused single is any indication, VVS Collective proves that they are primed for mainstream crossover—thanks to their incredible ear for hooks and melodies, and the lyrical sincerity that they effortlessly bring to the table. 

King Promdi, who is part of the hip-hop group, produced the track and incorporated a sticky, ear-candy of a chorus deserving of a viral TikTok dance. The result is a summer jam for all seasons whose catchiness is hard to ignore. 

VVS Collective’s “Probinsyana” is out now on all streaming platforms via Def Jam Philippines.

Source: GNN Entertainment Productions

Filipino rapper Kiyo expresses gratitude forthe simple joys of life on new song “Harana Sa Sarili”

The acclaimed hip-hop artist also celebrates his birth month with announcement of his debut album and digital concert happening this November

Prolific rapper Kiyo finds value in celebrating the simple joys of living on new single “Harana Sa Sarili”—out today on November 12, Friday via all digital music platforms worldwide.

Waxing poetic about self-worth, the Filipino hip-hop artist expresses gratitude for surviving life’s harshest challenges, and being able to give back to supporters who have been with him throughout his music journey.

“Minsan nakakalimutan natin magpasalamat sa sarili natin, nakakalimutan natin yung mga maliliit na bagay na dapatnatin ikatuwa (We rarely thank ourselves and the small things that give us joy),” the Navotas City-born artist said in a statement. “Masaya lang ako na nandito pa ako. Kaya nasulat ko yung kanta na yan (I’m just happy and contented to be here. This spark of life inspired me to write the song).”

Exploring smooth, lo-fi sounds with colorful production, Kiyo thrives in the realm of optimism and earnestness, revealing bits and pieces of his personal life to rousing effect. On “Harana Sa Sarili,” he rises above the clutter with endearingly laid-back energy and sunny disposition, and spits verses that are uniquely in touch with himself.

“Masyado tong bouncy kesa sa mga naunang mas chill ko na tracks (Compared to my previous ‘chill’ tracks, this one has a lot more bounce to it),” Kiyo describes his latest song. “Uplifting yung mood niya pero yung lyrics kabaliktaran (The mood is uplifting, but the words say otherwise).” 

“Harana Sa Sarili” will be part of Kiyo’s highly anticipated debut album, Haranasa: Sa’yo at Sa Akin, which is slated to drop on November 26 (Friday) at 12 midnight. 

Featuring collaborations with some of his trusted pals in the industry like YZKK, Shortone, and Space Moses—to name a few, the upcoming 15-track record will be accompanied with a free digital concert on the same day. 

According to the acclaimed rapper and producer, the new album is confident in its unraveling of his own humanity and sense of time, and the many layers and intricacies that define him. Haranasa: Sa’yo at Sa Akin also functions as an ode to love in its many forms, including but not limited to love for people, friends, family, partner, and self. 

With more than 60 million streams on Spotify in his third year as a solo hip-hop artist and countless of landmark inclusions on major hip-hop playlists across various digital platforms, Kiyo is set to break new grounds with the arrival of his debut album to be released soon via Dyecast Ent.

Kiyo’s new single “Harana Sa Sarili” is out now on all streaming platforms worldwide.

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the vowels they orbit reflects on the struggles of first heartbreak on new song “Una”

The emotional guitar-rock tune serves as the first single off their highly anticipated sophomore EP

It’s always the first cut that turns out to be the deepest, if not the most life-changing. Indie pop-rock outfit the vowels they orbit knows this by heart, and on their comeback single “Una,” waxing poetic about ‘the person that used to be your everything’ sounds more of an emotional cleansing than a retreading of the good old days.

“No matter what you do, there is nothing that can replace your first,” said the acclaimed group. “Whether it’s your first love or your first day of school ever, there’s something special about the first time. It’s a relatable topic that Nikka, the songwriter and vocalist, felt the need to write about.”

More mature musical direction

Taking on a more mature musical direction with a grittier sound that extends beyond the charming weightlessness of their previous singles, “Una” is unapologetically brash and confrontational, but its sense of melodic resonance shines through the surface with exquisite vulnerability. The surging guitars and passionate vocals blow up into a calming eruption, as the anger and frustration reach for a bittersweet realization. 

“The guitars stand out the most in the track, which is a first for us,” vocalist and guitarist Nikka Melchor points out. “There’s minimal acoustic guitar, yet the two electric guitars playing harmoniously create a nostalgic feeling which we aimed for. ‘Una’ made use of a lot of different chords, as compared to our other 2-4 chord songs, resulting to more of a head bang than our usual head bop.”

Production aspects

For a song that is produced to feel the pain through the music even if the listener is not going through the same situation, producer Rye Sarmiento emphasizes the feeling of nostalgia with layers of instruments and usage of first takes, particularly the almost-raw vocal quality of Nikka Melchor. Sarmiento succeeds in translating the song’s vision into a wounded material through-and-through, resulting into compelling glimpses of regret, longing, and affection.

Music video

“Una” is also accompanied with a music video directed by raliug a.k.a. Daniel Aguilar. First time working with the young creative, the vowels they orbit shares that the entire process was such a breeze, and that its concept resonates with them on an intimate level. 

“The music video highlights distractions as a coping mechanism for the sudden longing of your Una,” the band shares in a statement. “You can leave your home, go see friends, and have a good time, but the memories of that person will always find a way to creep in.”

Newfound success

Recorded in Backdoor Studio during a 5-day lock-in session, “Una” serves as the first single off the vowels they orbit’s sophomore EP, soon to be released under Sony Music Philippines. 

Late last year, the vowels they orbit found renewed success after their hit single “Selos” made it to the official soundtrack of the globally renowned queer series, Gaya Sa Pelikula, directed by JP Habac (I’m Drunk I Love You) and produced by Globe Studios. To date, the soulful alt-pop track has racked up more than 2.4 million streams on Spotify alone, and has consistently enjoyed airplay on mainstream and alternative radio stations in the Philippines.

the vowels they orbit’s “Una” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Philippines.

 Source: Sony Music Philippines

Ace Banzuelo delivers fun, confident P-Pop energy on the music video of “Alive”

Ace Banzuelo has come a long way from being a fresh-faced phenom who can write and produce emotional pop tunes from his bedroom. His songs “Malayo” and “Himala” have racked up more than 8 million streams on all digital music platforms combined, and broke big on several crossover playlists in the Philippines and the rest of Asia. Working his way slowly but surely to mainstream ubiquity, the young singer-songwriter is shaping up to be a compelling presence in the local music scene—thanks to his songwriting gift and production skillset.

Today, the alt-pop wunderkind is shifting gears with the music video release of “Alive”—his latest single under Sony Music Philippines. Confidently grooving to the retro-modern vibe of the track, Ace sheds his reclusive persona for a contemporary pop star character who knows how to charm the dance floor effortlessly. This is Ace like you’ve never seen or heard before: a big ball of energy with anabundance of infectious hooks and melodic pop smarts, and a P-Pop sensation capable of delivering adorable moments on screen.

The music video, which was helmed by budding director and 3D artist Reika and choreographed by one of the Philippine All Star’s founders, Lerma Diaz, uncover a fascination with bright, velvety colors and attention-grabbing visual designs. According to Ace, who did the art direction himself, the filming was exceptionally fun with a lot of young creatives having that fire in them, translating his vision into a game-changing end product. “We are going for heavier aesthetics that go well with my dream and vision for the dance song. I want it to be presented as the happiest song we deserve right now. I’m confident that we’ve delivered that in the music video as well.”

Written and produced by Ace himself, “Alive” is in itself, a refreshing diversion from his previous releases. It marks a noteworthy shift to a shinier, more club-oriented electronic pop music that has roots in K-Pop, early 2000s bubblegum pop, hip-hop, funk and ‘70s disco. 

“The brand-new song is a disco pop dance track that builds up to the reminiscence of the classic Manila Sound groove and bilingualism,” Ace adds. “The production is a mix of modern and retro textures, funky guitar fills, synthesizers, horns—and yes, disco elements. I also produced it with so many vocal layers to achieve this crowd effect of call-and-response for the pre-chorus and other parts as well. I also added a rap verse in my approach of arranging the song.”

The dancey bop was written overnight somewhere in early January 2021 when the idea of creating a disco-influenced pop/dance banger, came to play. “All I’m trying to achieve is actually expressing my true self and what I really want to do,” the promising hitmaker shares. “Yes, I write ballads, love songs, and will still release love songs but I do feel like sticking to the ballad formula to succeed in the local scene can be put aside for now.”

“Alive” is out now on all digital music platforms via Sony Music Philippines. Watch the music video here.

Source: Nyou

Stitching Banaue

Just finished this embroidery piece of the #banauericeterraces ⛰ The pattern is an original design by @thecraftcentral 🪡 I look forward to seeing the terraces again soon ⛰ #sambroideryy #embroideryph

HERE’S HOW YOU CAN ATTEND THE WORLD’S FIRST-EVERCOUTURE MASK FASHION SHOW

Imagine this: a long runway, fancy lights, beautiful models showing off gorgeous fashion pieces, and prominent figures — sitting in the front row seats appreciating the ever-so-elegant visual feast. It sounds like an international event we’ve only seen on TV.

But ÀMEN, a Filipina-led fashion brand, is about to change that because we’re ALL invited to watch the World’s First-Ever Couture Mask Fashion Show with our favorite influencers, celebrities, bloggers, DJ’s, and more! Guess who will be attending the event? Lexi Mendiola, Patricia Henson, Bea Fabregas, Sofia Pablo, Janina Vela, Kim Cruz, Melissa Ricks, Say Alonzo (and more!) - the best part is that we’ll all be getting a front-row seat! Thank you, ÀMEN!

The fashion show will be inspiring, mind-blowing, and Magnifique. Each mask tells a story of strong, impressive women in history that have progressed from being in the dark and then finding the light — aligning with ÀMEN’s values to help women move their lives from point A to point B.

The fashion show also has special guests - Joyce Pring, Janeena Chan, and Joy Mendoza - who will share their personal stories of how they came from point A to point B.

1. Joyce Pring will be sharing how she found permanent mental healing after attempting suicide numerous times.

2. Janeena Chan will be sharing how she overcame and came out thriving when she went through Bell’s Palsy.

3. Joy Mendoza will be sharing how she found a way to forgive the seven men who raped her.

The show will be held this Friday, November 12, 2021, at 8:00 PM. To RSVP and confirm your spot in the star-studded virtual show, you can sign up using this link bit.ly/AMENph. See you there! Together, let’s make history. #AMENMakesHistory

The event is made possible by: 

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Bangkok Music City goes fully virtual with more than 60 participating Thai and global artists

The showcase festival will feature music performances and talks on gaming, film, soft power and art

Almost 2 years have passed, but COVID-19 is still looming over all of us.  With the unpredictable restrictions put on physical events in Thailand, in lieu of its signature staging at the creative district of Chareonkrung, Bangkok Music City (BMC) 2021 is set to take place 100% online via YouTube Live through BMC’s YouTube channel and Gather.Town virtual space from November 20 to 21, 2021.

“Live music and entertainment industries have been hit hard by the pandemic, but we don’t want to lose hope and look beyond the pandemic preparing for the time when we can all enjoy ‘real life’ together once again,” says festival co-founder Piyapong ‘Py’ Muenprasertdee.  “We strive to make BMC a platform for artists to stay connected with their fanbase, gain new international fans and seek new export opportunities by meeting with music business professionals from all over the world via our virtual networking event,” he adds.

This year, BMC will be featuring 41 Thai and 23 international artists, including 13 from Southeast Asia.  As a co-founder and co-organizer of ASEAN Music Showcase Festival or AMS, BMC has also reinvited AMS alumni such as Cambodian hip-hop superstar VannDa and Singaporean indie pop act Sobs, who have cult followings in the US and Southeast Asia.  Moreover, from the continued participation of AMS delegate Dexter Sy, Co-founder of Philippines’ Melt Records, their artists Chelsea Dawn and Francis Cang were included as part of the regional showcase at BMC this year.  In addition to its ASEAN neighbors, artists all the way from South Korea, Taiwan, Mongolia, Canada, and even the United States will be joining - including Siahna who was on Team Pharrell on Season 9 of NBC’s The Voice.

“No matter the situation - or even another pandemic, I hope that BMC can be a platform to connect music professionals and artists not only on a professional level, but also build long-lasting relationships and friendships with each other,” Muenprasertdee adds, which reflects in the list of international partners who helped curated artist from around the world such as fellow music conference and showcase festivals: LUCfest and ZAshare of Taiwan, Zandari Festa of South Korea, and Live At Heart of Sweden and Canada; live music booking platform Gigmit; and of course,AMS co-organizers from all over the Southeast Asian region such as The Rest Is Noise from the Philippines, City ROARS! Festival from Malaysia, and Baramey Production from Cambodia.  

Representatives of prominent festivals such as Glastonbury Festival and The Great Escape of the UK, SXSW of the US, and Fuji Rock and Summer Sonic of Japan will also be participating as official delegates.

In addition to music, BMC is billed as an entertainment and technology summit featuring talks on gaming, film, soft power and the hottest topic in the art world today - NFTs.  However, because of the pandemic preventing most international travel, the organizers of BMC have focused on Thai speakers with an aim of educating the local market.  Thus, all conference content will be scoped around the Thai market and in the Thai language - just like last year’s edition.  

This year’s edition is co-presented by Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) and the Creative Economy Agency (CEA) of Thailand, with support from Music Copyright (Thailand) Ltd. (MCT).

Visit BMC online (www.bangkokmusiccity.com) and follow their social’s at www.facebook.com/bangkokmusiccity and www.instagram.com/bangkokmusiccity to find out how to attend free-of-charge.

Source: Nyou

Shane G’s self-care anthem “Loved” gets praised by Stray Kids’ Bang ChanZ

Shane G is the latest in a lineage of budding Filipino singer-songwriters who have recently caught the attention of K-Pop stars.

Her inspirational self-care ballad “Loved” was featured on VLIVE, a series of streaming sessions curated and hosted by BANG CHAN of Korean boyband Stray Kids.

The Korean pop star praised the message of the song on the 131st episode of his streaming sessions, which happened last November 6, 2021, Saturday (PH time). The format of the online show focuses on championing new music and fresh discoveries from all over the world, as recommended by BANG CHAN himself and his fans.

After finding out about the clip, Shane G expressed her excitement through a Facebook post: “This one’s really SURREAL!!! Am I dreaming??? I will treasure this forever as a STAY, and as an artist. Thank you so much!”

Last month, the student-musician scored two nominations at the 34th Awit Awards for two categories: Breakthrough Artist and Favorite Female Artist on the strength of her viral single “Head Over Heels,” which has racked up more than 160 thousand streams on Spotify alone. 

Shane considers being recognized by the country’s equivalent of The Grammy’s an important milestone in her promising career.

“I actually started releasing my original songs last year, and to be nominated for this year’s Awit Awards is such a huge blessing,” the young artist shares. “It’s really an overwhelming experience to the point that I still cannot believe it until now.”

Shane G has recently released the independently produced “Kapag Puwede Na,” which finds her interpreting a finely crafted romantic song that she wrote two years ago. According to Shane, it took her four hours to record “Kapag Puwede Na” because of the elaboratedetails that came to play: the vocal layers, the ad libs, the harmonies and the production itself. “I literally became tired after recording it but it was all worth it!”

Shane G is a member of the UE Jam Sessions, the premium music organization from the University of the East. Stream her latest single “Kapag Puwede Na.”

Source: Nyou

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FLØRE releases new EP, ‘ROMANIAC’ and title track “Another year like that and we’d all be dead”

Dark pop singer FLØRE has finally dropped her second EP, ROMANIAC. The new release finds the eclectic solo artist dealing with the world of a character called ROMANIAC, who represents the part of FLØRE that she has never shared before: the one who seeks revenge, and the one filled with anger and issues.

Similar to her debut EP “SUPERBLOOM” (Oct 2020), she invited Berlin’s Indie pop artist NOVAA to produce the 5-track release.

Tracklist:

1. Dead Boys

2. Another year like that and we’d all be dead

3. Bad Medicine

4. Cigarette

5. Our Funeral

About “Another year like that and we’d be all dead,”FLØRE explains that the focus single deals with what life means to her: growing up, losing your loved one, letting go of love, living with depression, and overcoming personal struggles despite the odds.

As the acclaimed German singer-songwriter puts it, the EP celebrates the beautiful tragedy of being closer to death, of being forgotten and nothing. “It's so tragic, that it's beautifully sweet,” the experimental pop artist shares in a statement. “Because if it wasn’t sweet, we'd all be dead by now. Sometimes, losing all hope is freedom.”

FLØRE’s lyrics on ROMANIAC is informed by the pandemic, with its apocalyptic sentiments enveloping every word and visual frame. The promising newcomer admits, “I wanted to capture the feeling of growing up in a teenage tragedy, how everything is rushing in high speed with an apocalyptic taste, but it's a bit too dangerously quite in the chaos. Like the calm inside of a storm.”

The song follows her last single “Cigarette,” which focuses on the self-destructive side of romance. Earlier this year, FLØRE opened the story of ROMANIAC with the first single “Dead Boys” and “Bad Medicine.”

FLØRE writes songs “to give this weird existence a meaning”. Feeling like an alien for most of her life, she spent her childhood playing guitar, singing and dreaming of the universe. She’s inspired by the darkness of growing up, the beautifully broken and the feeling of what it must be like when life begins. Or what it must be like when it ends. Or what it is at all. She calls herself a moon lover, who expresses the loneliness in her songs, revealing her touching voice telling stories about her own fragileness, devotion for unusual human beings and a broken love.

The 25-year-old not only writes about broken love or dreaming of the universe but also addresses issues like mental health. “Depression is a serious disease which needs to be normalized and talked about, cause nothing kills you like your own mind,” the pop songstress explains. “And I'm so proud and feel so strong writing about mental health. For me it feels like you will never get rid of a major depression. It’s about handling the demons and maybe even becoming friends with them.”

In an interview with Glasse Factory she points out that “It’s okay to be not okay. It’s okay to be sad and to feel alone and to be weird.”

FLØRE has made her impressive debut in 2018, with the “dark pop brilliance of Flowered Guts” that premiered on The Line Of Best Fit. The track also earned rave reviews from indie music publication Earmilk which describes her vocals as “euphoria that feels timeless and calming.”

Besides getting attention in the blog landscape, FLØRE is part of Spotify’s RADAR program, got featured on Playlists like New Music Friday US on top of New Music Friday playlists in 20 other countries, Indie Pop, EQUAL GSA, Indie Womxn, Easy, and many more. Her single ‘Bad Medicine’ went straight to Germany’s Radio Top 200 charts.

In 2021 she played her very first global live stream show on Amazon Music Session – watch here – and she played her first live show at Reeperbahn Festival in Hamburg back in September.

Follow FLØRE on social media:

https://www.instagram.com/listentoflore

https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoflore

https://www.facebook.com/listentoflore

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRwn2UHl-XaKHp0H9N10W9w

Source: Nyou

Mariah Carey brings festive cheer on new holiday song “Fall In Love at Christmas,” featuring Khalid and Kirk Franklin

Watch the music video of the all-star Christmas collab track

Listen to Mariah Carey’s “Fall In Love at Christmas”

The Queen of Christmas is back!

After establishing a reputation for spreading yuletide cheer every end of the year with “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” multi-platinum megastar Mariah Carey teams up with award-winning R&B singers Khalid and Kirk Franklin for the holiday-inspired jam “Fall In Love at Christmas.” 

Recorded in Atlanta and Los Angeles at Carey’s Butterfly Lounge recording studios, the R&B and gospel-infused ballad arrives just in time for the season.

The all-star collaboration was released by Carey’s imprint, MARIAH, in partnership with RCA Records and RCA Inspiration, and was written and produced by Carey, Franklin and Daniel Moore II. What promises to be a new holiday classic, “Fall in Love at Christmas” is now streaming on all digital platforms worldwide. 

Music Video and Physical Release

Today, the three artists also premiered the music video for “Fall in Love at Christmas,” which was directed by Carey and Bryan Tanaka. Filmed at Carey’s home and the Butterfly Lounge in LA, the visuals feature her twins, Monroe and Moroccan, and evokes the warm and loving spirit of the holidays. 

For those who like CDs, a special, three-track release can be purchased on the official Mariah Carey Store. It is available for pre-order now at the website.

Following the release of “Fall in Love at Christmas,” Mariah Carey will continue celebrating the season with a new holiday event on Apple TV+ in December, featuring the first and only exclusive performance of “Fall in Love at Christmas” with Carey, Khalid and Franklin.

Listen to “Fall in Love at Christmas” at https://smarturl.it/FILAC

Watch the “Fall in Love at Christmas” video at https://smarturl.it/FILAC/YouTube

Source: Nyou

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Love is a gamble in Dionela's latest single "Sugal"

Listen to DIONELA’s “SUGAL”: https://dionela.lnk.to/sugal

Rising star Dionela is riding the soul train with the release of his new single “Sugal”—out today via MCA Music Inc.

The soothing R&B track equates loving someone tobetting your heart in a gamble: it’s a risky endeavor that has no assurance of winning or losing, but it’s part of growing up.

“The song is about being courageous in falling in love again after so many heartbreaks from your past toxic relationships,” the Agaw singer-songwriter/producer adds.

With his velvety vocals floating freely into the background, Dionela delivers a captivating performance that fleshes out both his persona and aesthetic. Over slick, bedroom beats and somber instrumentation, he sings as if coming from a place of innocence and earnestness—never holding back, but ready to accept whatever consequences that might come his way.

“Sugal” is written and produced by Dionela himself and is considered as a product of both love and experiment. The promising newcomer shares, “everything, from tracking to mastering, I did it in my room. There are flaws about the track when it comes to the technical side, but I’m beyond happy about the result.  It feels like the first time I rode a bike without the training wheels and I’m super proud of it.”

The song follows the online success of “Agaw,” which has amassed over a million streams to date, and the moody but inescapable tune “Gone,” released in 2020.

“Sugal” is out now on all streaming platforms worldwide via MCA Music Inc.

About Dionela

When Tim Dionela was older, his parents told him that, after a pastors’ meeting his father attended, a foreign missionary there went over to him and predicted, or rather prophesied, that their son would someday make it to the top of the music world with God’s help. Whether this will come to pass is something we have yet to know, but Dionela, as he wants us to call him, has enough promise to at least make a start.

Dionela was born in 1999 and lives in Guiguinto, Bulacan. His parents loved to make music, and he started singing when he was three. “Even at a very young age,” he says, “my parents noticed that I’m not afraid to sing in front of many people.” He would volunteer to entertain people at parties and events. When he was eight, he says that he became able to sing in tune. His mother even reports that he would call out musicians and singers in church for playing and singing off-key. Even at that age, he took music very seriously.

Dionela took his musical skills one step further when he turned 11. Someone taught him how to play the guitar, and he learned how to do it even if he didn’t know what chord he was playing. He started composing songs back then and would make his friends at the computer shop hear his new tunes. When he turned 16, he auditioned for a choir at school, but he didn’t make it after the choir director heard him singing the notes of his audition piece with a twist. The choir director’s conclusion? Dionela was better as a soloist.

After some disappointments in life, many years later, Dionela decided to start making music on his terms. He learned music production and set up his own studio, which proved helpful during the pandemic. He continued to compose songs about love and to keep learning how to make his music better. Now, he says, he has found his musical identity. He is an R&B artist with dreams of being a pop star.

Dionela’s fondness for R&B began when he first encountered American singer-songwriter Ginuwine’s 2001 tune “Differences.” The song is still one of Dionela’sfavorites to this day; he still listens to it. Its distinct synth intro and melodic chorus left an impression on him. It is just one example of the kind of music that he feels is connected to his soul. He has since discovered many other R&B artists, particularly those who have crossed over into the pop charts like Bruno Mars. However, R&B acts from the 1990s and early 2000s have a special place in his heart, including Boyz II Men, Destiny’s Child, Neyo, and Usher. 

So what does this mean for Dionela’s take on R&B? He sees contemporary artists such as Weeknd and H.E.R as making up his musical DNA. At the same time, he also wants to revive a kind of R&B sound prevalent during the 80s and early 90s, giving it a modern twist. When asked who he wants to produce his music to make it happen, he named No Rome. The Filipino R&B musician and producer started his career in the independent music scene in Manila before moving to London and eventually signing with the same label as The 1975. Dionela admires how No Rome produces music; he once listened to a No Rome song with many samples, but it didn’t leave a bad taste in his mouth. 

What does Dionela hope for his music? He wants to make his songs the kind that fit into a couple’s love story that they would remember as they grow older. He wants his music to leave a legacy for other younger musicians to admire. Most of all, despite his dreams of success, he hopes to remain the humble kid from Guiguinto whose parents were told that God had big musical plans in store for him. After all, musical talent can be providential.

Source: Nyou

James Arthur shares personal changes in life and relationships on new album, It’ll All Make Sense In The End

Listen to James Arthur’s new album, It’ll All Make Sense In The End.

British singer-songwriter James Arthur is finally back with his highly anticipated fourth studio album, It’ll All Make Sense In The End.

Having written and recorded bulk of the songs during the lockdown in the comforts of his home, the versatile hitmaker spent some time ruminating on the changes in his personal life, while using it as inspiration for his music-making journey. This enabled him and his collaborators to work on their own convenient time, round the clock, but not to the clock.

“And all of a sudden, the music started sounding great,” the former X Factor UK winner shares in a statement. “From day one there was a sound that I wanted to go for. Even early on, it sounded like a real album, a proper body of work. This is the first time I’ve made an album all in one place and you can hear this in the music. There’s something really comfortable about working in your own home – I was able to be more vulnerable than ever."

After writing the boldly autobiographical first single “Medicine,” James and frequent collaborator Andrew Jackson (“Train Wreck”) quickly came up with “Losing You,” an anthemic electronic-rock song that’s big on heart, riffs and emotive punch. 

Arthur reveals, “I wanted this album to have proper rock elements. The kind of rock I love is emo and pop-punk, so I wanted to domy take on that genre. Lyrically that song, like a lot of the songs, is the sound of someone who’s doing a lotof reflecting, a lot of processing and being really honest about where I’ve been in my head. And in that song I’m talking to myself: I feel like I’m always on the verge of losing you.”

Another important track in the album is the early keeper “Déjà Vu,” written with Jackson and Mark Crew (Bastille, Rag’n’Bone Man). Demonstrating the full range of his vocal abilities, Arthur sings, ‘You fucked me up, I can’t get enough,’ with astounding vagueness that is a bit of everything, depending on how the listeners interpret the material. 

“It’s been well documented that I’ve had my issues with all of those. It’s just quite honest stuff, really,” the iconic British artist adds.

Second single “September” is also part of the album, and shines through with its no-holds-barred confessional appeal and acoustic-meets-trap sound. As vulnerably naked in his lyrics as he ever was, Arthur also isn’t afraid to sing to the next generation: “Emily” is a tender, intimate mea culpa to the daughter he might one day have. 

"That arose from conversations about having kids,” the pop/rock dad explains. “Would I even be a good dad? What if they read about all the shit I’ve been through? It doesn’t matter, because ultimately I’m the guy who’s going to be there for you all your life."

The record also includes “SOS,” which Arthur describes as an album-defining song with 30 Seconds To Mars-esque chorus and a rap flow reminiscent of Miguel.

In moving out of London, the musician has created a safe space: a working place, family place, fitness place. In building that sanctuary he’s felt even more comfortable to be even more open, not just about the things that are inspiring him but also the things that are plaguing him. 

“Travelling, going to other people’s studios, doing sessions in new places – for someone like me who has a bit of social anxiety, all that was difficult,” the multi-platinum musician shares. “But working at home allowed me to be more vulnerable.”

It allowed him to finesse a sound that gels over the entire album, that process aided by additional production from Matt Rad, who’s worked with Taking Back Sunday, one of his favorite bands. He helps bring cohesion. 

“The sound is very simple. It’s basically raucous guitars with trap beats and strong, strong melodies,” Rad says of a musical approach he's been honing for years in his collaborations with superstar artists such as Ty Dolla $ign, Machine Gun Kelly and Juicy J. 

To date, James Arthur has sold over 30 million records worldwide and has to date released three hugely successful albums: James Arthur (UK No. 2), Back From The Edge (UK No. 1) and YOU (UK No.2), alongside nine solo UK Top 40 singles. He’s had two No.1 smash hits and was awarded a disc for reaching a billion streams on

Spotify with ‘Say You Won't Let Go’, the No.1 global hit that brought the singer-songwriter from Middlesbrough back from the edge (it currently has 1.7 billion streams on the platform). 

James recently dominated the airwaves and charts with his storming collaboration with Sigala ‘Lasting Lover’. The track was a No.1 airplay song in the UK, No.1 on iTunes and Top 10 on the Official Singles Chart.

James has announced tours of both UK and Ireland and North America in 2022, including a date at London's prestigious Royal Albert Hall.

James Arthur’s It’ll All Make Sense In The End is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music. For more details, check out his music website.

 Source: Nyou

Parasouls wax nostalgic of teenage past on debut EP, Drifters, Dream Makers

The indie pop trio releases 6-track EP that brims with childlike wonder

“…draws on the escapist reverie of 1990s pop rock” - NME

“…reminiscent of ‘90s alternative rock” - Rappler

Power pop trio Parasouls transport listeners back in time with the release of their debut EP, Drifters, Dream Makers under Lilystars Records. 

The Filipino indie band’s latest record documents the easygoing days of being young and carefree, while waxing nostalgic of the people, places, and events that shaped their consciousness through the years.

According to guitarist and vocalist Dani Dimaano, Drifters, Dream Makers also serves as a love letter to a closed chapter in her life. “It’s like opening a time capsule: an adventure through time and space to a simpler, more reminiscent happy time of life.  Drifters, Dream Makers is about the little things that you want to remember. It’s for the drifters and the dream makers. And who says you can’t be both?”

Written and produced by the band themselves, Drifters, Dream Makers articulates the self-conscious journey of youthful love and awakening through the lens of someone looking back at life with fondness. 

“We wanted to make something that is filled with energy that will hopefully let you escape the real world, and experience euphoria at least the time being,” Dimaanosays in a statement. “If I were to describe it, it sounds like a dream. We all worked on this together, with the help of our friend Migzz Rival of Four Corners Musicians Lair.”

The EP contains six meticulously crafted songs that showcase the band’s deft melodic touch and tight songwriting. The EP’s focus track “Magic Markers” illustrates a color-soaked portrait of innocence and charm, with lyrics that turn imagination into a powerfully resonant statement. “And she paints the world, with neon cars in the sky,” Dimaano sings over breezy melodies, tremolo guitar flourishes, and laid-back drums, seizing the moment with observations that come from a place of self-discovery and excitement. The song dives deep into the band’s more introspective side of storytelling, but careful not to lose the indie pop sensibilities that define much of its previously released material.

Other tracks in the record include “Can We Can We,” which NME praised for drawing on “the escapist reverie of 1990s pop rock,” the summery, noise-pop anthem “Sunny Beach,” and the dreamy tune “Lullaby.”

The album artwork is designed by Stina Honasan, the daughter of globally renowned visual artist Martin Honasan and iconic singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis. The visuals capture the childlike wonder of the record, and channels the excitement of being an adventurous kid out for a ride. 

“It was really great working with Stina,” Dimaano points out. “If I’m not mistaken, I’m her first client. I drew a prompt telling her what to do and she just went on from there. I told her to have fun with it. And as expected, she nailed it.”

Parasouls’ debut EP, Drifters, Dream Makers is out now on all streaming platforms worldwide via Lilystars Records.

Source: Nyou

Fully vaccinated Filipinos can now visit the holy land

For the first time in more than eighteen months, vaccinated individual and group travelers from the Philippines are now welcome to enter Israel and explore the country’s rich culture, history, and stunning landscapes. 

The Israel Ministry of Tourism announced that fully vaccinated tourists from the Philippines can resume all travel to Israel. After kicking off the pilot reopening program in May of 2021, which initially allowed a select number of tour groups to enter the country, all vaccinated travelers may now visit Israel after the extended closure due to COVID-19 restrictions. 

“To say we are excited that Israel is reopening to travellers is an understatement,” said Sammy Yahia, Tourism Director for Philippines and India. “Israel has taken incredible steps to protect its people and visitors and we pride ourselves on ensuring a COVID-safe and unforgettable trip to those who will be entering our beautiful country. With leading vaccination rates and endless opportunities for outdoor activities, we are eager to welcome visitors back with open arms -- of course, at a safe social distance.” 

Israel’s Prime Minister Naftali Bennett along with several other Ministers within the country (Tourism, Health, Transportation, etc.), have come together and formed the following plan which has been approved by the COVID cabinet with developments and new COVID variants being monitored closely. 

“We have been awaiting this moment, to bring back international travellers into our country, for a very long time now,” said Yoel Razvozov, Israel’s Minister of Tourism. “We’re ecstatic to share our country with everyone once again and I’m proud to be working closely with our Prime Minister Naftali Bennett among other Ministers within the country to ensure a thoughtful, safe return to tourism." 

The guidelines for entry include: 

Taking a PCR test 72 hours before an outbound flight, filling out a passenger declaration, and a taking a PCR test upon arrival in Israel (needing to quarantine in hotel until results return or 24 hours pass – the lesser of the two). 

To enter the country, one must: 

• Have been vaccinated with two doses of the Pfizer, Moderna, Astrazenica, Sinovac or Sinopharm vaccine at least 14 days prior to the day of entry into Israel (14 days must have passed since receival of second dose upon arrival into Israel, but no more than 180 days upon leaving Israel - i.e., if it has been six months since the second dose, you will need the booster shot to enter).

  • Those that have received the booster vaccine dose, and at least 14 days have passed since received, can enter Israel.

• Have been inoculated with one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least 14 days prior to the day of entry into Israel (14 days must have passed since second dose receival upon their arrival into Israel, but no more than 180 days upon leaving Israel - i.e., if it has been six months since your second dose, you will need the booster shot to enter).

  • Those that have received the booster vaccine dose, and at least 14 days have passed since received, can enter Israel.

• Have recovered from COVID-19 and who present proof of the results of a positive NAAT test at least 11 days prior to the day of entry into Israel (no more than 180 days upon leaving Israel).

• Have recovered from COVID-19 and have received at least one dose of the WHO-approved vaccines.

In depth guidelines can be found HERE or thru this link:  

https://corona.health.gov.il/en/directives/air-travel-covid19-green/?tab=by-air&utm_source=InforuMail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Travel+Trade+Volume+16 

Source: Philippine Office, Israel Ministry of Tourism