K-Pop superstars ATEEZ to make waves with new EP, THE WORLD EP.1 :MOVEMENT’

Seoul, Korea (July 29th, 2022) – Billboard charting global K-Pop group, ATEEZ, is ready to make waves once again with the arrival of their new EP ‘THE WORLD EP.1 :MOVEMENT’ today. Following a successful arena tour across U.S. Europe and Japan in 11 cities with a total of 180,000 audiences combined, ATEEZ begins their newest chapter of their ‘THE WORLD’ series. Known for the delivery of their narrative in both their music and visual components, ATEEZ’s ‘THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT’ revolves around the theme of breaking free from dystopian society that suppresses emotions by awakening people’s passion with their music and movement.  

‘THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT’ is composed of 7 tracks, featuring their lead track “Guerrilla.” Each track serves as a reflection of ATEEZ’s narrative of creating movement of change against the dystopian world.

ATEEZ members, HONG JOONG and MIN GI, have co-written the lyrics for 6 out of 7 tracks, including “Sector 1”, “Cyberpunk”, “Guerrilla”, “The Ring”, “WDIG (Where Do I Go)” and “New World.” The lead track “Guerrilla” is accompanied by a music video, where its preview version garnered over 1.7M views on YouTube alone ahead of their EP release.

The 8-membered K-Pop superstar group has been demonstrating their exponential growth and reach, as they have not only charted on Billboard 200 with each release since ‘ZERO : FEVER Part.3’, but also taking the stage at bigger venues since their last tour.

LISTEN TO ‘THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT’ HERE

‘THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT’’ TRACK LIST

1. PROPAGANDA

2. Sector 1

3. Cyberpunk

4. Guerrilla

5. The Ring

6. WDIG (Where Do I Go)

7. New World

About ATEEZ

ATEEZ made their debut in 2018 with 8 members that sport their talent, as well as their synergy as a group with other members. The name ATEEZ is short for “ATEEnagerZ,” meaning they will show everything about the teenagers from A to Z. With their unique storytelling, quality music, and powerful performances, ATEEZ has built a strong international following and presence, with now over 650 million streams on just Spotify alone. ATEEZ has charted #42 on Billboard 200 for the first time with ‘ZERO : FEVER Part.3’ album and later entered the chart once more with the previous EP ‘ZERO : FEVER EPILOGUE’. The group has also peaked in the Top 10 on Billboard’s World Album Chart.

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ASEAN Music Showcase Festival 2022 holds its first in-person showcase in Singapore this September 2022!

Southeast Asia’s first collaborative music showcase is set to feature more than 30+ performances from the region and beyond

After holding its first two editions purely online, ASEAN Music Showcase Festival (AMS) goes physical with its first in-person showcase happening on September 10-11, 2022 (Saturday and Sunday) in Haw Par Villa, an 8.5-hectare Asian cultural park located in the bustling city of Singapore.

Singapore, with its excellent infrastructure, government support and being a global air hub - is the perfect sandbox to host the two-day physical event. “Haw Par Villa was chosen for its culturally unique setting and significance within the region, and the events of the festival will take place throughout the park amidst its sculptures and dioramas, making this music showcase festival unabashedly ASEAN,” says AMS co-founder and Director of Singapore-based music consultancy Steady State Records, David Siow. The park also shares the values of AMS in bringing together diverse communities and celebrating their diversity through a common platform, adding another dimension to holding the inaugural physical edition at Haw Par Villa.

With loosening Covid-19 restrictions around the world to make way for economic activities such as music shows and concerts, AMS is committed to deliver collaborative, up-to-date insights about the global music industry and its impact in the region. The first physical edition of AMS will feature and attract networking opportunities with notable international talent buyers.

“Since its inception, the ASEAN Music Showcase Festival was initiated to help regional artists stay connected with their local fans, gain new international fans and connect with music professionals from all over the world via online platforms to prepare for touring and performing live again after the pandemic subsides,” AMS co-founder and Director of Educational, Governmental, and Overseas Partnership of Bangkok-based music company Fungjai, Piyapong ‘Py’ Muenprasertdee shares in a statement. “As the world is now moving towards opening up, the most logical next step is to organize a physical event as we believe that stronger connections both emotionally and professionally can be forged when people meet in the flesh.”

This year, AMS is expected to introduce 30+ regional and international artists on 3 stages of the two-day showcase. “For this year, we shall be broadcasting live video streams of the live performances in Singapore,” says Piyapong ‘Py’ Muenprasertdee. “So, wherever you are in the world, you’ll be able to enjoy the music performances online at the same time as someone attending the event.”

Southeast Asia’s premier collaborative showcase festival is also set to fly-in 40 international delegates to participate in the music networking and live event.

AMS is co-organized by Fungjai, NYLON Thailand, andBangkok Music City from Thailand; Steady State Recordsfrom Singapore; SRM from Indonesia; City Roars Festival from Malaysia; The Rest Is Noise PH from the Philippines; Baramey Production from Cambodia; andMonsoon Music Festival and Swan Zoo from Vietnam.

AMS is proudly supported by the National Arts Council, Taiwan ASEAN Music Action (TAMA) - supported by the Ministry of Culture, Taiwan, with Haw Par Villa - managed by Journeys Pte Ltd as venue sponsors, and TuneCore as general sponsor.

Blind Bird tickets are available for a limited time only. Purchase it here: https://www.sistic.com.sg/events/asean0922.

For more information about the third edition of ASEAN Music Showcase Festival, visit the official website.

Beyoncé delivers another culture-shifting move with new album, RENAISSANCE

Packed with rousing anthems that resonate on a universal level, the modern pop classic offers an expansive listening journey

The seventh studio album from Beyoncé is available worldwide, today, July 29, on all major streaming platforms. From her own label Parkwood Entertainment and Columbia Records, RENAISSANCE arrives six years after the globally lauded LEMONADE was released in 2016 as a complete surprise.

The originator of the visual album format, and the preeminent visual artist, decided to lead without visuals giving fans the opportunity to be limitless in their expansive listening journey.   It is a chance again to be listeners and not viewers, while taking in every gem of the pristine production.   While “Break My Soul,” the first single, arrived with a minimal lyric video, the release of RENAISSANCE sans visuals is another culture-shifting move from the artist who has defined an era with reinvention.

RENAISSANCE has been the most anticipated album of the year as Beyoncé shifted gears and notified her fans of new music on June 15 through an update in her bio on her social handles, “act i      RENAISSANCE      July 29.” She continued the unconventional rollout with the release of the album’s first single, “Break My Soul,” which arrived at Midnight on the summer solstice. Instantly addicting with a pulsating beat, with lyrics that urge listeners to claim joy and to “release the wiggle.” The single, a worldwide hit, has been called the song of the summer and an anthem for this generation.  

Packed with rousing anthems that resonate with everybody, RENAISSANCE is a culmination of freedom and escape that encourages unimaginable jubilation, agency, and movement with abandon. The singular intent of RENAISSANCE, a reinvention of four on the floor, is to showcase music that stirs you from the soul and encourages your dancing feet.  It is a celebration of a club era when anyone who felt like an outsider sought each other and formed a community of freedom-seekers to express themselves creatively through the rhythm, which we still celebrate today.  Welcome to CLUB RENAISSANCE.

The magic of RENAISSANCE is also in Beyoncé’s soaring vocals, rich, soulful, at times vulnerable and laden with passion and purpose in what could only be described as “SANGING.”  And it expands over memorable lyrics that are bold, heartened, urgent and categorically timely.

While the visuals are scheduled for a later date, the album comes with a robust menu of formats giving music fans and collectors plenty to choose.  The music store on Beyoncé’s website offers album merch and multiple configurations of RENAISSANCE, listing a CD, digital album, a limited-edition vinyl, launch with a bit of her signature mystery, that is now sold out, and four box sets, Pose 1 to 4, which include a t-shirt and CD in a special box, also all sold out, before fans were given the descriptions of the content. The breakout single, “Break My Soul,” comes as a digital single and is also available in a capella and instrumental versions.

With the album release also comes a deluxe vinyl.  It includes two black vinyl LPs, a 36-page booklet, and a folded collectable (24”x 36”) poster.  The full shopping experience is here.

Beyoncé recorded the album over the course of the pandemic, almost three years in the works, and states that the stillness of that time allowed her to tap into her most creative self.

“Creating this album allowed me a place to dream and to find escape during a scary time for the world,” says Beyoncé.  “It allowed me to feel free and adventurous in a time when little else was moving. My intention was to create a safe place, a place without judgment.  A place to be free of perfectionism and overthinking. A place to scream, release, feel freedom. It was a beautiful journey of exploration.”

With a squad of prolific collaborators, including The-Dream, Nile Rodgers, NOVA, NO ID, Raphael Saadiq, Mike Dean, Honey Dijon, Chris Penny, Luke Solomon, Skrillex, Beam, Big Freedia, Grace Jones and Tems, Beyoncé set out “to reinvent music again,” as described by The Times of London.

RENAISSANCE: A revival of or renewed interest in something.  Let the renaissance begin.

RENAISSANCE TRACK LIST:

                1.            I’M THAT GIRL

                2.            COZY

                3.            ALIEN SUPERSTAR

                4.            CUFF IT

                5.            ENERGY (FEAT. BEAM)

                6.            BREAK MY SOUL

                7.            CHURCH GIRL

                8.            PLASTIC OFF THE SOFA

                9.            VIRGO’S GROOVE

                10.          MOVE (FEAT. GRACE JONES, TEMS)

                11.          HEATED

                12.          THIQUE

                13.          ALL UP IN YOUR MIND

                14.          AMERICA HAS A PROBLEM

                15.          PURE/HONEY

                16.          SUMMER RENAISSANCE

Source: Nyou

EcoFlow’s DELTA Series:A Portable Power Station that Lets You Bring Electricity Wherever You Go

Take electricity on the go with EcoFlow’s DELTA series powerbanks. These portable power stations are equipped with high-capacity removable batteries, perfect for the pre-planner who likes to be prepared for any potential calamity.

If you live in a disaster-prone area, getting a high-performing portable power station can be a lifesaver. For instance, when electricity goes out during a storm, a power station will let you keep the lights on and use essential appliances like the refrigerator.

EcoFlow ’s DELTA series is the ideal choice in this situation. With its high-capacity models that range from 1260Wh to up to 25kWh, it is EcoFlow’s most powerful line. The Delta Max model has three versions—1300, 1600, and 2000—with the latter two having a capacity of 1612Wh and 2016Wh respectively.

Unlike other portable power stations, DELTA Series is also fast-charging, high-powered, and relatively lightweight. Products in this line use a portable lithium-ion batteryequipped with innovative technologies like X-Stream. This fast-charging technology allows your device to charge from 0% to 80% within an hour.

In addition, its Smart Battery Management System (BMS) keeps the battery in optimal condition and allows remote operation through the EcoFlow exclusive App (APP).

With its 13 output ports, DELTA Series allows simultaneous charging of different electronic devices and appliances. Use itanytime, anywhere, to your heart's content. Take for examplethe 1260Wh DELTA model—it has four AC 220V outlets and 1800W (pure sine wave) inverters that can power most home appliances and large DIY tools.

Charging your DELTA product is just as convenient. Charge it using solar panels or your very own car’s charging function through car seger jacks.

EcoFlow delivers reliable power to more than 100 market customers with its portable power stations (DELTA and RIVER) and eco-friendly accessories. EcoFlow believes that light, long-lasting, clean, and quiet renewable power storage solutions will ignite an innovation to how we approach energy.

From July 30 to August 12, EcoFlow portable power stations are having a sale! If you want to upgrade your power station at home, don’t miss this awesome treat. For more details, you may visit EcoFlow’s official Lazada website.  

Source: EcoFlow Philippines

#dateyourselffirst book

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NOBITA chronicles the path towards healing in new hugot anthem “Paano Uusad”

The heartfelt track weaves a melodic pop-rock sound with bluesy riffs and tasteful guitar solos

With over 240 million streams on all digital music platforms combined, NOBITA has established themselves as one of the most prominent breakthrough bands of the last two years. Their most notable smashes “Ikaw Lang” and “Unang Sayaw” have maintained a cultural foothold with its encapsulation of this generation’s unique experiences when it comes to romantic love—young or otherwise.

Fast forward to 2022, the five-piece act is back with another hugot anthem that successfully turns grief and loss into another potential hit. Chronicling the path towards healing, NOBITA’s new single “Paano Uusad” captures someone’s inability to move on after witnessing the tragic demise of a loved one.

According to the band, the song was inspired by an OPM icon who took away his life due to depression. “It’s all about the people who keep wondering why they were left behind by someone dear to them.” NOBITA adds, “Jae got enticed to write a song while watching the livestream of the late icon’s wife, struggling to put into words how it feels to cope with the loss of a special someone.”

Weaving a melodic pop-rock sound with bluesy riffs and tasteful guitar solos, “Paano Uusad” improves the band’s familiar sonic template in a way that doesn’t overwhelm itslisteners. How they process heartbreak in “Paano Uusad” is interesting as far as delivery is concerned: it’s straightforward, but done with emotional honesty.

The track is accompanied by the release of a music videodirected by John Selirio, who has worked with the band on their previous single “Ikaw Lang.” Selirio emphasizes that the visual narrative offers a portrait of someone grieving and trying so hard to make sense of the shifting emotional state.

“The concept has something to do with the 5 stages of grief,” the filmmaker shares. “The song itself defines how to move on and how to get out of the situation—from crying to acceptance stage. I want to capture that vibe in its intimate form possible.”

NOBITA’s “Paano Uusad” is out now via Sony Music Entertainment. Watch the music video here.

Source: Nyou

Filipino-Norwegian artist Clinton Kane reflects on loss, love, and mental health in new album, MAYBE SOMEDAY IT'LL BE OK

He’s set to headline an international tour this year, including Manila as one of his destinations

Filipino-Norwegian singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Clinton Kane has released his debut album MAYBE SOMEDAY IT’LL ALL BE OK via Columbia Records. The 9-track LP features RIAA Gold-certified lead singles “CHICKEN TENDIES” and “I GUESS I’M IN LOVE” as well as “GO TO HELL” and “14” in addition to five brand new tracks. Listen HERE.

Touching on themes and personal experiences with loss, love, mental health, etc., Clinton might just make listeners feel strong enough to let their emotions out too. Kane says, “This album is a collection of personal experiences and key moments that have had an impact on my life. It’s unapologetically myself. I’ve been working on this project for three years, and to think this whole journey started from a panic attack that forced me to try writing a song is surreal to me.”

He adds, “The name of the album was actually inspired by a phone call I had with a close friend. We were sharing stories about mutual trauma, and at the end of the call he said ‘maybe someday it’ll all be ok.’ It wasn’t too depressing, but not too optimistic either, and I’ve always felt like I live in that grey area - that juxtaposition between hopefulness and hopelessness.”

Earlier this month, Clinton announced a massive global headline tour slated for the fall, which follows two sold-out North American headline runs the past year. The 53-date trek begins in Edmonton, AB on September 3 with stops in Los Angeles, Las Vegas (Life Is Beautiful), New York, Toronto and more. On November 1, Clinton will kick off the international leg of the tour in Dublin, IE with shows throughout Europe and Asia, including Manila on December 3, 2022 at the New Frontier Theatre.

Additionally, Clinton will be contributing a portion of touring proceeds to various charities serving the different continents and cities he will be performing in. A dollar per ticket sold in the US will be donated between Take Back The Night, a national advocacy organization with local chapters that amplifies voices and convenes community for survivors of sexual abuse and assault, and Noise For Now, which supports local abortion providers and advocates in areas where access has been threatened or eliminated.

Visit https://www.clintonkane.com/ for tickets and more information.

MAYBE SOMEDAY IT’ll ALL BE OK TRACKLIST:

1. MAYBE SOMEDAY IT’LL ALL BE OK

2. 14

3. COLD

4. CHICKEN TENDIES

5. KEEP IT TO YOURSELF

6. ONE MORE DAY WITH YOU

7. I GUESS I’M IN LOVE

8. GO TO HELL

9. I WISH I COULD HATE YOU FOR BREAKING ME AND CALLING IT LOVE

About Clinton Kane:

Clinton Kane isn’t afraid to cry. He’s also not afraid to ask questions, laugh, scream, speak his mind, or push the envelope. He might ponder God in one song only to wonder what the f*ck went wrong with a relationship in the next. For as wide-ranging as he may be lyrically and conceptually, he’s also a highly disciplined and self-taught singer, guitarist, pianist, drummer, and producer. As far as the story is concerned, Clinton bounced around from Perth, Australia to The UK as a kid. On a teenage sojourn to Santorini and beyond, he lived out of a backpack as he gained traction with a series of independent releases before signing to Columbia Records. In 2019, he served up the this is what it feels like EP before guesting on “Drown” by Martin Garrix in early 2020.

Building an international fan base, he generated over 1 billion-plus streams across a catalog highlighted by “Fix It To Break It,” “i don’t want to watch the world end with someone else,” and “remember the mornings.” He has also sold-out successive headline tours and incited the applause of NME, Billboard, and more in addition to landing on Forbes’ “30 Under 30 Asia.” The loss of three family members, heartbreaking relationships, nights sleeping on park benches, and an unbelievable trip to the brink of adulthood inspired his 2022 full-length debut album, MAYBE SOMEDAY IT’LL ALL BE OK [Columbia Records], featuring the gold-selling singles “CHICKEN TENDIES” and “I GUESS I’M IN LOVE” as well as “GO TO HELL” and “14.”

Follow Clinton Kane:

Website | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook

Source: Nyou

4th Impact explores themes of heartbreak and betrayal on emotional ballad “Tapat sa’yo”

Their new single is produced by Lee Oh Won, the hitmaker behind some of the most compelling chart-toppers in K-Pop

Responsible for ushering in the girl group renaissance in Pinoy pop, 4th Impact delivers feisty bangers that woosh listeners back into the groove. The former X-Factorfinalists are now part of Sony Music Philippines and ShowBT Philippines’ growing P-Pop roster, which includes award-winning boyband SB19 and promising newcomer KAIA.

In an attempt to showcase their more vulnerable side, the Here We Go act returns with a heartfelt ballad that distills themes of betrayal and loss into an empowering statement of moving on. 4th Impact’s new single “Tapatsa’yo” is inspired by breakup stories from the members of the girl group, and digs deep into the universal truths of going through pain and rebuilding one’s sense of self from the ground up.

“As always, we were hands on in both the songwriting and creative process,” shares the sister act in a statement. “We co-wrote ‘Tapat sa’yo’ with Angelo Calucin and Renz Salazar, and our utmost goal is to deliver a heart-wrenching message that a lot of people can relate to. The vocal arrangements and harmonies were done by 4th Impact’s very own Mylene.”

“Tapat sa’yo” is helmed by renowned K-Pop producer Lee Oh Won, the man behind some of the biggest hits from SHINee's Taemin, Stray Kids, TVXQ, Wanna One, and SB19. The track was recorded at Monostery Recording Studio with the help of Isagani Palabyab and Lee Oh Won himself.

“We are honored to be working with renowned Korean composers and producers,” says 4th Impact. “Lee OhWon is so kind yet very professional and strict in a good way. Like us, he is a perfectionist. And we love it.”

The powerful pop ballad features a melodic string section and acoustic elements, which add a layer of emotional resonance to the material. With enthrallinginstrumentation and soulful vocals to back it up, “Tapatsa’yo” addresses the foibles of romantic love with maturity that goes beyond years.

The release of “Tapat sa’yo” comes with a music video directed by Emman Zii. Reflecting the lyrical premise of the song, the visuals find the girls of 4th Impact trying to reminisce about their good old past, while picking themselves up from the ruins of their failed romantic relationships.

According to Zii, 4th Impact was fun to work with, and brought their A game during the shoot. “I can say that our shoot was really relaxed. Everybody knows what they need to do. and I look forward to working with them again soon.”

4th Impact’s “Tapat sa’yo” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony MusicEntertainment. Watch out for the release of its music video on 4th Impact’s official YouTube page this July 22, Friday at 9pm.

Source: Nyou

Date Yourself First 🇵🇭

I’m so excited to share that my eighth book #dateyourselffirst is now available in paperback in the Philippines! 🇵🇭 It is also available worldwide on Amazon and Google Play. ✨ Price stars at only $2.99. Buy your copy here. 📖 #amazonauthor #authorlife @ukiyotopublishinghouse

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Whole Again

Transit Dialog has published my essay Whole Again. Here it is:

"𝘐 𝘩𝘰𝘱𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘮𝘺 𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘵."

𝗪𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻

𝘉𝘺 𝘚𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢 𝘎𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘴

I am newly single. My partner and I recently broke up, and it was not easy. I have aspired for a future with him, but it seems that he had other plans for his own tomorrow. So, to save us both from further heartbreak, we ended our relationship.

I am currently navigating the waters of being single. So far, it has been fun! I am not looking for a rebound, but I am talking to some decent people. It has given me a fresh perspective on things. This has been a relief since I was used to a cycle of pain and unrealistic expectations during my old life.

Now, I feel appreciated for who I am and for my job as a published author. I get to write my books without worrying about hurting someone else’s ego. I get to date other people without worrying how my books can make him insecure. I get to make friends without someone worrying that I am looking for a rebound.

I simply feel free. All I think of right now is my own welfare. I am not worried about someone’s fragile feelings. I am only concerned about my own well-being.

Speaking of rebounding, I am not looking to do this. In fact, I have been very clear about talking to people first before dating anyone. I have focused on myself these past few days, and I have been writing as if my life depended on it. On the personal side, I have been doing some reflecting and journaling. I have also gone to the spa for some me time. It has been quiet and productive so far.

I did not separate from my partner because I was weak. Rather, I felt as if I deserved better. I did not get enough support for my writing and published work. I was not granted an audience during the worst days. More importantly, I was not given any sort of friendship during bad days. It became a lopsided partnership, and I felt like I could not catch up anymore.

The separation was an inevitable action. It was a denouement which did more to explain rather than resolve anything.

I granted myself closure; it was more for me than it was for him. In fact, I should no longer care about him moving forward. So, I wrote down everything that angered me about this partnership. Next, I wrote down all the things that make me feel grateful for him.

Lastly, I closed it with a simple statement for myself: I am in a relationship with myself. It is the most important one that I will ever have, since it is unbreakable. It is my job to nurture this relationship, whether I’m single or not. After all, I am always me.

What scares me about the future is how my next partner will receive my work. I have no plans of retiring from writing, so he has to be confident in his own skin to accept the output that I produce. He has to have his own life so that he is not leeching off mine. He also needs to

be happy to begin with, because being with a moody writer is not easy. But I do make up for it by being a good person

I hope to continue being whole while recovering from my past. I hope to reinforce my present so that I will have a secure tomorrow. I know that I am fine, and I will be better. After all, I am whole again. This breakup is simply temporary.

𝘚𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢 𝘎𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘉. 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘍𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘰 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘣𝘶𝘺 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘰𝘯 𝘈𝘮𝘢𝘻𝘰𝘯, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘨, 𝘸𝘸𝘸.𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘴𝘢𝘮.𝘤𝘰𝘮.

Source: Transit Dialog

Books 7 and 8 at the NLP

My seventh and eighth books are internationally published by @ukiyotopublishinghouse. I was able to turn over copies to the National Library of the Philippines 🇵🇭 as it is my goal to have my books used as research materials. 💡Read on my life as an only child in #onlygrowingup, and my adventures by myself in #idatedmyself. 📚 Buy your copies now for only $2.99 on Amazon, Google Play, and via this link. 📖 NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS! ✨#amazonauthor #authorlife @nationallibraryphilippines

The Hammingtons Fly to Manila for First Fanmeeting

This July is a good time for a family bonding activity as South Korea’s cutest trio is coming to Manila!

For the first time, Sam, William, and Bentley are coming to meet Filipino fans at The Hammingtons in Juanderland: Fanmeeting in Manila. The event is scheduled to take place on July 17, 2022, Sunday, 3 PM at the New Frontier Theater.

The South Korean stars rose to fame in 2016 when they joined the roster for “The Return of Superman,” a reality show featuring celebrity dads and their children. Initially, it was only Sam and William (now five years old) who appeared on the show. Bentley (now four years old) joined a year later after he was born.

The three quickly became fan favorites and eventually brought home the prestigious “Grand Prize” (locally known as “Daesang”) at the 2018 KBS Entertainment Awards along with the other cast.

Earlier this year, the family decided to step down from the show to pursue other opportunities. One of which is “Wilbengers: Suspicious Camping Commotion,” an animated superhero film starring William and Bentley, together with their dad. The family also recently launched their new variety show titled “The Hammingtons’ Dream Closet” which airs on the ENA channel.

Outside of mainstream media, the boys are busy with their very own Youtube channel, “THE WILLBEN SHOW,” which has now amassed more than 350,000 subscribers.

Despite their packed schedule, The Hammingtons are excited to come to Manila.

“This is an amazing opportunity and we are so looking forward to meeting our fans. The last few years have been really difficult due to restrictions but finally being able to have the chance to meet some of our international fans is so exciting,” shared Sam Hammington, the family patriarch.

Sam is a New Zealander-Australian comedian who gainedstardom in the South Korean reality television show “Real Men.” In 2013, he won the “Best Male Newcomer” award for his amazing performance on the show.

With only a few weeks until the fanmeet, Sam shared how the Hammingtons have begun preparation.

“We are not trying to overly prepare as we want to have an authentic experience while we are there. However, we have been trying to learn some Tagalog but it is not as easy as we thought it would be.”  

Sam also shared that they’re eager to try some of the delicious food recommended by the fans; most notably, “chocolate rice” or champorado in Tagalog.

When asked how the kids reacted to the news, the 44-year-old star candidly answered, “To be honest, I have told them but I don’t think they quite comprehend where we are going. They are excited to go on an airplane to another country. But when we get there I am sure they will be excited.”

As a parting message to fans, Sam had this to say: “First and foremost, thank you for supporting us in everything we do. We appreciate you all, and without you, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do. This is our opportunity to thank you in person and hope to meet as many of our fans as possible.”

The Hammingtons’ fanmeeting in Manila is just one of the many Asian stops lined up for the family. With WILD Group now managing their international activities, fans can look forward to seeing more of the trio in-person and on various media platforms across Southeast Asia.  

Tickets will be available this Saturday via TicketNet online.Prices for the fanmeet range from PHP2, 850 (Balcony) to PHP6, 500 (MVP). The Hammingtons in Juanderland: Fanmeeting in Manila is presented by CDM Entertainment.

Source: CDM Entertainment

Calvin Harris drops new single “Stay With Me,” featuring Justin Timberlake, Halsey, and Pharrell

WATCH HERE & LISTEN HERE!

‘Funky Wav Bounces Vol. 2’ out August 5

PRE-ORDER/SAVE HERE!

GRAMMY Award-winning, multi-platinum selling artist and heavyweight producer Calvin Harris continues to soundtrack summer with the release of his new single “Stay With Me” featuring musical giants Justin Timberlake, Halsey and Pharrell out today via Columbia Records/Sony Music. The psychedelic official video directed by Emil Nava also premieres today and features all four artists.  Watch the video here and listen to the song here.

The new single marks the first time Harris has collaborated with Timberlake and Halsey, and the second time with Pharrell, who was previously featured on ‘Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1’ and has notably collaborated with Timberlake on countless hits over the years.

“Stay With Me,” a dancefloor ready tune perfect for any party is prime to become song of the summer.

“Stay With Me” follows the release of “Potion” with DuaLipa & Young Thug and “New Money” featuring 21 Savage from Harris’ forthcoming and highly anticipated new album ‘Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2’ out on August 5. ‘Vol. 2’ will feature a number of today’s most dynamic artists such as: Stefflon Don, Chlöe, Charlie Puth, Pusha T, Shenseea, Tinashe, Normani, Lil Durk, Offset, 6lack, Coi Leray, BustaRhymes, Donae’O, Latto, Swae Lee, Jorja Smith, and Snoop Dogg. The album is available for pre-order/save here.

Pre-order/save ‘Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2’ here

 Source: Nyou

Date Yourself First ⚡️

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Clara Benin strikes a balance between infatuation and fantasy on dreamy new single “Affable Dork”

Inspired by coming-of-age films and books, the jazzy pop tune comes with a visual helmed by Simon Te and Summer Puertollano

Filipina singer-songwriter Clara Benin approaches dreamy teen romance with emotional candidness on her new single “Affable Dork”—out today via OFFMUTE. 

Taking surprising new directions as it examines the delicate balance between infatuation and fantasy, the rising folk-pop artist’s new song brings a beloved fictional character to life, only to realize that some things don’t really work the way we want it to be.

Benin adds, “the song is about the thought process of a girl overthinking her relationship with an affable dork because she feels unworthy of his attention. As you navigate a complete picture of the story, you later on realize that fantasies only remain as such and don’t translate to reality.”

The track is inspired by coming-of-age classics with sharp satirical bite, from Ruby Sparks and Stranger Than Fiction to anything helmed by John Hughes. “I've always been fond of coming-of-age films and books,” says Benin. “I think that when you're head over heels over someone, you start to romanticize your relationship like you're in a cute romcom.”

Delivered with stripped-down eloquence and jazzy pop elements, “Affable Dork” sounds like something you’d hear in the background of a French bar or café, made more compelling by The Ringmaster’s sublime production. It’s arranged by frequent collaborator Gabba Santiago, with Chico Macorol on drums and Miko Villena on upright bass.

The release of “Affable Dork” comes with a music video shot in Enchanted Kingdom. Capturing the tone of the material with magical-realist trickery and romantic sweetness, the MV, according to director Simon Te, is about “finding all the parts that you hate about a person and realizing that you’re just like that too.” Te further explains, “You try to reject and push the ideas away thinking that these traits/quirks are beneath you when in reality, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.”

Summer Puertollano, the co-director behind the visual narrative of “Affable Dork” compares the song to a “fragile, almost surreal, innocence kind of love.” She adds, “the music video is an interpretation of, and response to the track: a mix of the feelings that it brings, and the playful and somewhat comforting writing of Clara.”

Check out Clara Benin’s “Affable Dork” on all digital music platforms via OFFMUTE. Watch the music video here.

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About Clara Benin

 Clara Benin is touted as the indie darling of the Philippines. She is one of the first artists under Sony Music’s new regional label OFFMUTE. Her signature angelic voice and melodic acoustic guitar playing bring a kind of serenity that her listeners gravitate towards. She has collaborated with Singaporean artists Charlie Lim for a remake of her hit single “Wine” and Gentle Bones for the pop track “A Day At A Time”. 

Widely loved for her warm and quiet demeanor, the acoustic-folk artist has played in notable festivals like Wanderland Arts and Music Festival in the Philippines, Music Matters in Singapore, and Zandari Festa in Korea. She sold out her first solo concert in 2016 for her album “Coming Home” and had a back-to-back concert with fellow artist Ben&Ben in 2018.

Source: Nyou

BamBam Surprises Fans with Back-to-Back Fansign Events

BamBam is the next KPOP idol to hold a solo fansign event in the country. Preceded by Jung Yerin and fellow GOT7 member YOUNGJAE, the Thai superstar will also be joining the roster of July fansign events made possible by Y Global Music and CDM Entertainment.

To fans’ delight, BamBam is not just hitting the streets of Manila but Cebu as well. BamBam Fansign in the Philippines makes him the first KPOP idol to hold a solo fansign in the Queen City of the South. Given that not many South Korean artists hold events outside of Manila, Cebuanos are brimming with excitement.

The Cebu show is scheduled to take place on July 26, 2022, at 6:00 PM at The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu. Manila follows closely on July 28, 6:00 PM at Activity Center, Ayala Malls Manila Bay.

Much like the other fansign events, BamBam will greet fans through a variety of activities like selfie, solo photo op, fansign, and group photo. Top Spender event will also take place where fans with the most albums get guaranteed perks.

For many, the most enticing part of both events is undoubtedly the “Goodbye Session.” This perk allows all fans to go up the stage and wave goodbye to BamBam. As a bonus, fans can take a video of their interaction with the idol.

Only 1,000 seats are available for Cebu and even fewer for Manila with 750 seats. Entry to the event only requires purchasing one set of ‘B’ albums worth PHP3,900 via https://www.cdmentertainment.ph. With limited seats, it’s a game of who secures their entry first.

BamBam Fansign in the Philippines is presented by Y Global Music in partnership with CDM Entertainment.

Source: CDM Entertainment

Ace Banzuelo embraces a darker, more melancholic turn on breakup song “Walang Himala”

The Filipino hitmaker channels ’80s synth-pop with brooding themes and modern R&B textures

Following the chart-topping success of “Muli” and the release of its viral music video starring ABS-CBN stars Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin, Ace Banzuelo returns with another potential hit that is guaranteed to whet the appetite of music fans across the country.

Released under Sony Music Philippines, the Filipino recording artist’s new single “Walang Himala” carries the inherent weight of dealing with a partner’s betrayal. The melancholic synth-pop track serves as antithesis to Banzuelo’s earlier song Himala: a sad little tune that reduces listeners to a pool of misery, written as if he hibernated for months in his own mancave— devoid of light, and completely immersed in the grieving process.

“Walang Himala’s emphasis on betrayal can be interpreted in multiple ways,” shares the Laguna-based singer-songwriter and producer. “It’s not afraid to embrace a darker, more lamenting turn. Coming from ‘Muli,’ this particular track reeks of angst and frustration in the most human way possible. Some people have experienced it at some point in our lives. It’s my way of comforting them as a songwriter/musician.”

Channeling ‘80s synth-pop with modern R&B textures and brooding themes, Banzuelo reflects on loss and loneliness with a more matured perspective. Sonically speaking, “Walang Himala” retains his signature glossy synth production on top of a playful storytelling that connects his past and present releases. “My music provides a strong multiple set of stories, and this new track follows the storyline of Himala,” the Muli hitmaker points out.

According to the young multi-hyphenate, the most memorable moment for him during the recording process is coming up with the introduction and a first verse. The line “ang hirap,” which means, “it’s difficult” really stuck with him; hence, playing around with it as part of the song’s main hook. “Another memorable moment was coming up with the chorus because I didn’t have to revise it. I knew it had to be those words: Walang himala, maliako pala (translation: There’s no miracle; it’s my fault),” shares Banzuelo, putting more context to the lyrics’ poignant rough spot.

“Walang Himala” is written, produced, mixed, and mastered by Ace Banzuelo himself. The song is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Philippines.

Listen here: http://lnk.to/AB-WalangHimala

Source: Nyou

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Shop, Sell and Be Entertained on TikTok Shop in the Philippines

Ultimate shopping and entertainment experience for customers, new selling platform for businesses

Manila, Philippines - July 14, 2022 - TikTok, the leading short-form video platform, recently launched its online marketplace, TikTok Shop, in the Philippines. Through this brand new e-commerce platform, TikTok Shop aims to open up more business opportunities not only for brands, but also for small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). All these, whilst providing a fresh new shopping experience for users and opportunities for local content creators alike.

TikTok Shop products can be purchased through product anchors embedded in short videos, live streams, and the TikTok Product Showcase tab of a merchant's TikTok page, making it easy for users to be entertained and yet shop at the same time.

At TikTok Shop in the Philippines, affordable and unique items are on offer locally, even those hard-to-find must-haves. TikTok users can purchase items from various categories of products including fashion, home & living, beauty and personal care. They can enjoy shopping from favorite brands such as realme, Unilove, Perysmith and Kily.phonline

During June 15 to 21, TikTok Shop held its maiden mid-year sale in the Philippines, highlighted by super deals and users enjoyed up to 70% discounts, subsidised shipping and first-time buyers received coupons and discounts. For shipments to the Luzon region, there were shipping vouchers of up to PhP 150 off with a PhP 10 minimum spend. For shipments outside Luzon, there were shipping vouchers of up to PhP 150 off with a PhP 50 minimum spend.

#TikTokShopSuperDeals

Celebrities and top content creators joined the very first sale, including top actress Glaiza De Castro, TV host Macoy Dubs, and top creator Alfea, who did key live sessions and short video posts via TikTok Shop.

The week-long mid-year sales campaign saw TikTok Shop Philippines gain a 33% growth in its daily gross merchandise value (GMV). The e-commerce platform's number of daily orders likewise jumped by 29%, while the volume of livestream climbed 36% compared to the previous week (June 8 to 14).

Top products bought and sold during the mid-year sale were air fryers, high-waist skinny jeans for women, water bottles and colortint make up. Top brands were Gaabor, KILY.PH and Uni-Love. The top creators includes HaroldBalilo, Kntxyrl, Nina Cabrera, actress Glaiza De Castro.

Kimberly Duyag, CEO of the well-known local cloth and garment brand KILY.PH, shared her experience, "We created more than PhP 5 million sales during the first mid-year sales campaign, and we just began to do livestream on a daily basis one month ago. Many sellers have been surprised by the platform's support, especially the free shipping vouchers and discount promotion. Plus it also enables merchants, brands and creators showcase and sell their products directly on TikTok via feed, content or livestream."

The creator Harold Balilo achieved more than 500% GMV growth in one single live session compared with his best live before the campaign. "I started on TikTok Shop in late April. It’s my very first time doing live selling. I’m so thankful and happy as a student and as a small creator looking for a part-time job as a live streaming creator. I can say that TikTok Shop has changed my life and offered huge help for me and my family," said creator Harold Balilo.

Sell products seamlessly and maximize branding on TikTok

TikTok Shop in the Philippines aims to provide local businesses a new avenue for reaching out to customers. It also aims to make purchasing possible and more accessible for Filipinos without leaving their favorite mobile entertainment platform. Merchants will be able to enjoy zero commission fees on the platform for selected products whilst payment service fees are capped at one per cent to payment service partners.

Businesses can check out the Merchant page https://shop.tiktok.com/merchant/ph or view the Seller Recruitment page for more information about being part of TikTok Shop.

For additional information, please visit the Seller Center https://seller-ph.tiktok.com/account/login while the Seller University https://seller-ph.tiktok.com/university/home offers local training to sellers.

Download the app on your iOS and Android devices today.

Source: TikTok Philippines