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Multi-platinum rapper and producer will.i.am teams up with Britney Spears on new single “MIND YOUR BUSINESS”

Music luminary and multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Award-winning artist will.i.am delights fans with the release of his highly anticipated new single "MIND YOUR BUSINESS," featuring the incomparable Britney Spears.This exciting collaboration marks their first reunion since their timeless, triple-platinum hit "Scream & Shout" in 2012, which was the first-ever number one song on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Songs chart.

Set against an enigmatic and captivating beat, will.i.am exudes charisma and confidence with his captivating vocals, while Britney's unmatched attitude and energy elevate the song to new heights. The irresistible hook and infectious energy of "MIND YOUR BUSINESS" solidify its status as the definitive anthem of 2023.

This release follows will.i.am's recent solo comeback after a decade with "THE FORMULA," featuring Lil Wayne and Formula 1®. “THE FORMULA” was also the debut track of the partnership between will.i.am and Formula 1, with Formula 1 tapping will.i.am as their first ever “Global Artist in Residence”.  As part of the partnership, more F1 inspired tracks will be released before will.i.am drops his latest solo album. 

Both "THE FORMULA" and “MIND YOUR BUSINESS” serve as a prelude to will.i.am's forthcoming fifth solo album. It marks his first album since 2013's chart-topping #willpower, which featured the global smash "Scream & Shout" with Britney Spears. Always pushing boundaries and embracing innovation, will.i.am is poised to elevate his artistry to unprecedented heights throughout 2023.

About will.i.am: ​
With a career spanning more than two decades, will.i.am continues to make an indelible mark on the music industry as the co-founder and frontman of the genre-defying Black Eyed Peas. His talent extends beyond performing, as he is also a renowned producer and successful solo artist. Additionally, will.i.am fluidly combines his passions for both music and technology investing as the Founder & CEO of FYI.AI, a Web 3.0 messenger app.  He also spearheads STEAM education programs for more than 12,000 students in the Los Angeles area through his i.am Angel Foundation.

About Britney Spears:

Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning pop icon Britney Spears is one of the most successful and celebrated entertainers in pop history with nearly 150 million records worldwide. In the U.S. alone, she has sold more than 70 million albums, singles and songs, according to Nielsen Music. Born in Mississippi and raised in Louisiana, Spears became a household name as a teenager when she released her first single “…Baby One More Time,” a Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 smash and international hit that broke sales records with more than 20 million copies sold worldwide and is currently 14x Platinum in the U.S.  

Britney’s memoir The Woman in Me, which is a brave and astonishingly moving story about freedom, fame, motherhood, survival, faith, and hope, will publish on October 24, 2023.  

Debuting at #1 on Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, “Hold Me Closer” finds Elton John and Britney Spears, two of the most iconic artists of all time come together for the first time ever on record. The song topped the charts providing Britney’s first in almost ten years and the record has also climbed to #1 in Australia and Canada, #3 in the UK, and most notably #1 on iTunes in over 40 countries worldwide upon release.

will.i.am and Britney Spears’ new single “MIND YOUR BUSINESS” is available now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Epic Records and Sony Music Entertainment.

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PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Festival announces top 12 finalists for main competition

The two music institutions have recently launched PhilPopHimig Handog Songwriting Festival, an initiative that champions the next wave of recording superstars and industry titans.

PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Festival continues its commitment to empowering the future generation of music industry professionals and hitmakers through its sustainable, world-class mentorship program.

The collaborative project, which was produced and presented by songwriting institutions PhilPop and HimigHandog, kicked off with a Digicamp series that is carefully designed to develop the skillset of aspiring participants in the fields of songwriting, music arrangement and recording, branding, marketing, career development, and intellectual property.

After organizing a two-month workshop-based training and songwriting class for some of the most promising industry hopefuls, the country’s top songwriting competition has finally selected 12 of the best entries that will advance to the main competition:

In alphabetical order, here are the finalists who made it to the PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Festival:

Luzon / Bulacan: Rinz Ruiz – “Papahiram”

Luzon / Laguna: Francis Contemplacion – “ATM”

Metro Manila: Tiara Cinco – “Wag Paglaruan”

Metro Manila: Kevin Yadao – “Ghostwriter”

Metro Manila: Rob Angeles – “MHWG”

Metro Manila: Geca Morales – “Langit Lupa”​

Metro Manila: Alvin Serrito – “Kurba”

Visayas / Bacolod: Shantel Lapatha – “Tulala”

Visayas / Cebu: Relden Campanilla – “Dili Nalang”

Visayas / Cebu: Jimmy Grajo – “Salamat (Nga Wala Na Ta)”

Visayas / Bohol: Keith Quito – “Buhi”

Mindanao / Davao: Maric Gavino – “Taliwala”

The entries went through multiple rounds of adjudication,headed by an esteemed panel of Board Members, producers, key leaders, prominent songwriters, and decision-makers affiliated with both PhilPop and Himig Handog.

According to ABS-CBN Music Creative Director Jonathan Manalo, one of the considerations for picking the top songs was based on quality in terms of songwriting and composition. He explains, “It was important to us that the songs were up to the standard that were set by both PhilPop and HimigHandog. We also wanted to see how effective the fellows were in applying the lessons and insights that they’ve learned from the PhilPop Himig Handog DigiCamp. We wanted to challenge the fellows to break borders and push the boundaries of Filipino pop music. Lastly, we also had to factor in the appeal and marketability of the entries since our goal was also for the top songs to appeal to a wide range of Filipino music listeners.”

This year’s PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Festival promises to be bigger and bolder as two of the most important songwriting organizations in the country team up to bring export-ready Pinoy Pop to the crux of global dominance. With combined resources and expertise to discover potential greats that could command cultural conversations beyond borders, the collaborative project aims to promote OPM on a scale that’s never been done before: break new territories and captivate the international audience with music that is distinctly global yet very Pinoy.

“We’re excited with this batch of finalists from the PhilPopHimig Handog Songwriting Festival because it’s going to showcase how talented and brilliant Filipino Songwriters are,” said PHILPOP Executive Director Dinah Remolacio. “Fans of both PhilPop and Himig Handog can expect a diverse set of songs, not just in style but also in terms of representation and languages, among others. We also believe that longtime listeners of both organizations can also expect fresh tracks that have the potential to really grow the fanbase of Filipino Pop music. The songs of the Top 12 Finalists are a great representation of the current feel and the latest trends in Filipino Pop Music.”

PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Festival is an initiative of Himig Handog and PhilPop Music Foundation. This year’s game-changing event remains unwavering in its obligation to come up with innovative approaches in music-making and songwriting that are at par with international standards. The event is co-presented by Maynilad, Smart Communications, Inc., and TuneCore.

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Bruno Major unveiled his latest single “The Show Must Go On”. The song is the final offering from his upcoming album 'Columbo' via Harbour Artists & Music / AWAL Recording. Listen to the song here: brunomajor.ffm.to/tsmgo

“The Show Must Go On” sets the stage for 'Columbo'. A piano flourish giving way to a clean, snare-less drum pattern and guitar strum that conjures the cozy fireside intimacy of Neil Young’s “Out on the Weekend.” Bruno’s vocal riffs ebb and flow before the song blossoms into a crescendoing chorus that perfectly illuminates the path for the album ahead. 

The music video for “The Show Must Go On” aligns with the song’s themes of anxiety and public image. The video follows a protagonist who portrays an enormous smile when out with his friends, but when alone, his sparkle diminishes. With a more-than-ever relatable theme, the music video for “The Show Must Go On” brings Bruno’s innermost thoughts to the surface.

Bruno Major – "The Show Must Go On" (Official Video)

“The Show Must Go On” is the final single from 'Columbo', following “A Strange Kind Of Beautiful,” “Tell Her,” album title track “Columbo,” and his first new track in three years, “We Were Never Really Friends.” RIFF Magazine heralds “A Strange Kind Of Beautiful” as “introspective…an intimate song that’s as relaxed as Major has intended his music to be.” UPROXX raves, “‘Tell Her’ maintains the moody, jazz-influenced vibes from the pop tracks dropping lately. Major uses his words as wishes that he hopes an ex would hear, or as he notes, ‘taking the words from the sad songs instead.’” Clash praises “Columbo,” calling it “a soothing Spring-like hymn reminiscent of Paul Simon… a sun-drenched piece of melodic songwriting, while the video has a special guest star – Bruno’s 1978 Mercedes 380SL.” “We Were Never Really Friends” was released in May to critical acclaim. Billboard chronicles the track as “... a classic spoil-the-friendship jam that masquerades as a piano ballad before blooming into a lighters-up rock sing-along, complete with a stringy guitar solo.”

Bruno's newest album 'Columbo', the highly-anticipated follow-up to 2020’s 'To Let A Good Thing Die' is a 12-track body of work. It weaves the autobiographical with the observational and stretches Bruno’s palette into new forms, yielding the most accomplished and “honest” expression of his music to date. 

Marking a triumphant return to the stage after his 2020 tour was cancelled due to COVID, Bruno will kick off an expansive headlining tour in Tokyo on August 8th. He will make his way through major cities in Southeast Asia, including his top-10 streaming countries like the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia, before heading to Denver, CO to start the North American leg of the tour on September 4th. Bruno Major's highly anticipated shows in Southeast Asia have generated overwhelming demand, resulting in some countries being sold out.

Upcoming Southeast Asia Tour Dates:

August 13 – Bangkok, Thailand – Voice Space
August 15 – Manila, Philippines – New Frontier Theater *VENUE UPGRADE
August 17 – Singapore, Singapore – Capitol Theatre *SOLD OUT
August 19 – Jakarta, Indonesia – GBK Basketball Hall *SOLD OUT
August 20 – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Zepp Kuala Lumpur

Major's talent is undeniable, with an impressive 1.4 billion streams and a consistent monthly average of over 2.4 million streams across multiple music platforms, Bruno Major's music has captivated listeners worldwide and garnered recognition from international publications including Billboard, Rolling Stone, Hypebeast, and more.

About Bruno Major

Bruno Major had an idyllic upbringing in Northampton. In the early 2010s, while in his early twenties, he headed to London to further his music career. A prolific songwriter, he would capture performances on his phone and upload them to Soundcloud. These were recordings devoid of touch-ups and decoration: merely live renditions documented crudely. Even so, A&R folk came flocking. They would message asking, “Who is the singer?”. It was all Major. A jazz degree had played its part in providing a formidable schooling, honing his compositional know-how and impressive guitar chops, but his lilting croon was a surprise even to him. After all, he hadn’t sung until the age of 22. Little did he realise that he was sitting on a voice that evoked the warmth of Nick Drake and Chet Baker.

He was soon snapped up by Virgin Records and furnished with the funds to make an album. Hopes were high as he went into the studio with acclaimed producer Ethan Johns (Paul McCartney, Kings of Leon, Paolo Nutini) a heavy-hitting backing band, including esteemed bass player Pino Palladino, pianist Jason Rebello, and drummer Jeremy Stacey. The album was rejected outright and has never seen the light of day. Major looks back on the experience as being crucial to where he is now: “I learned how to make an album,” he says. “Even though I'd been dropped by my record label, the fact that Ethan had seen something in me, and Pino thought I was an amazing musician…what my peers thought of me was far more profound and instructive.”
 

Back to the drawing board, down but far from out, Major took to the opposite extreme, sitting in his kitchen with a mic, his guitar, and an 808 drum machine to lay the foundations for what would become his first released album, 2017’s 'A Song for Every Moon'. This was followed in 2020 by his second outing, 'To Let A Good Thing Die', featuring his hit romantic vignette, Nothing.

Whereas previous albums were written on the piano, Major armed himself with no more than a notepad, a pen, and an acoustic guitar for 'Columbo'. “I wrote pretty much all of the songs like that,” he says. Writing took place over six months and, aside from his LA memories, a musical diet of Arthur Shauf’s 2016 concept album, 'The Party', Bach and Billy Joel fuelled his process. Then there’s Paul Simon, whose influence courses through the title track’s intricate guitar pattern and aching vocal. Major declares Simon “a hero” and “the musician’s musician”, whose quixotic impulses and commitment to the songwriting cause is a blueprint for how he would like to approach his own career. In short: nothing is off limits. The door is open, the antennae are switched on. The possibilities are endless.

“I'm a songwriter at heart and the song is what carries my music through,” he explains. Lyrics must have substance and music must convey feeling. These are non-negotiables. “For me, the magic of songwriting is the interplay between words and the music.” He continues: “I'm a perfectionist and I'm incredibly fastidious: everything's overthought, edited and fiddled with, and it takes a long long time.”

Major and his longstanding collaborator Finlay Robson AKA Phairo (“Meeting Finn really defined the sound of my music,” he says) produced the album over a year. The chaos that had fuelled the writing was offset by the steady comfort of recording in familiar surroundings: his converted bedroom that now functions as a studio. When they wrapped, Major decided he’d name the record after his written-off Mercedes. The reason is simple, and powerful too: “that car - more than any other song - is representative of the whole feeling and period of writing the album,” he shares.

'Columbo' raises its curtain with "The Show Must Go On", a piano flourish giving way to a clean, snare-less drum pattern and guitar strum that conjures the cosy fireside intimacy of Neil Young’s "Out on the Weekend". ‘If you’re always putting on a show/You lose yourself before you know’ comes the pre-chorus cry. “It is the only [song] that really focuses on my sort of personal viewpoint,” confides Major. It, therefore, felt like a natural opening gambit to “introduce” the album, he says.
 

Elsewhere, "Tell Her" is a slice of simmering R&B, while the heart-breaking "Tears in Rain" is dedicated to his late grandmother. The song posits questions – “the little details” – to his late loved one that he never asked while she was here, expressing regret and longing for the time they’ll meet again. "18" extrapolates his conflicting emotions regarding two family friends who committed suicide 16 years ago (‘I’m twice the age you’ll ever be’, he sings).

"We Were Never Really Friends"  is about a relationship gone wrong, while "You Take the High Road" summons the spirit of Elliott Smith in its haunting vocal and sparse guitar. "Trajectories" is the third instalment of a series that started with "Places We Don't Walk" on his debut and the title track from the second album. “'Trajectories' feels like the [final] trilogy [piece],” he says. "The End" rounds off the album, featuring a soaring solo that recalls the perennial influence, Queen, and more pertinently, Brian May.

“Something I've managed to do with Columbo more than any other album is find a way of saying exactly what I want to say,” reveals Major. “The album investigates my personal relationships with people and other things. It is self-diagnosis on a grander scale.”

“All I focused on from the age of seven was my guitar; and whether it was learning jazz, or learning how to write songs, or learning how to produce, this album particularly feels like the reason I did all of that. I'm so proud of it. I feel peace in a way that I've never felt peace before because I feel I've done what I owed myself.” he says.“I've been dedicated to art my whole life,” Crucially, Major feels that all roads have led to 'Columbo'

'Columbo' is Bruno Major’s defining statement to date. A musician who wears his heart (and art) on his sleeve, this is the sound of an artist who risked it all and somehow made it back to shore.
 

'Columbo' Tracklist:

1. The Show Must Go On
2. Tell Her
3. Columbo
4. We Were Never Really Friends
5. When Can We Be
6. A Strange Kind Of Beautiful
7. You Take The High Road
8. 18
9. Tears In Rain (for Granny)
10. St. Mary’s Terrace
11. Trajectories
12. The End

Listen to “The Show Must Go On” here: brunomajor.ffm.to/tsmgo 
Stream the album 'Columbo' here: brunomajor.ffm.to/columboalbum

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STEPHANIE POETRI RELEASES NEW SINGLE“INVITED” OUT NOW VIA INFINITE THRILLS/88RISING

“...Stephanie Poetri will always be a staple in our soundtracks.” - Nylon

“ Tapping into her ability to merge authentic songwriting sensibilities with a stunning vocal quality, Poetri moves from the soft, ethereal musicality she has previously cultivated into a bigger and more powerful mix of indie pop and rock…” - Earmilk

“....an atmospheric and upbeat indie pop-rock ode to the type of love that defies the stars.” - Sweety High  (on “Astrologically Illogical”)

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Los Angeles, CA (July 21st, 2023) - Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Stephanie Poetri continues her musical evolution with the release of her new single, “Invited,” out today via Infinite Thrills/88Rising. “Invited” follows Stephanie’s most recent single “Astrologically Illogical,” as well as a U.S. tour supporting Lyn Lapid, which saw Poetri winning over packed rooms across the country. While her music has been known for its soft, ethereal qualities, these new songs showcase her continued growth as a songwriter and see Poetri embracing the power of her voice with a bolder and edgier sound inspired by the indie rock she grew up with. “There weren't a lot of female artists in that world back then,” says Poetri, “so I see myself wanting to fulfill that position, and make songs that have a little bit of edge. I want to put some more femininity into indie rock.” 

Growing up in Indonesia with a former trombonist and marching band instructor for a father, and a pop star for a mother it was the tropical house of Kygo and the melodies of K-pop that cemented Stephanie’s early interest in music. Her initial intention was to be a tropical house producer, but after discovering and being inspired by K-Pop, Poetri started to take up songwriting. In the middle of her very first producing class, Poetri started releasing songs just for fun, the second release being her 2019 viral hit, "I Love You 3000,” reaching over 365 million streams to date, including 156 million views on the DIY video she and her sister made to accompany it, and a remix version, “I Love You 3000 II,” featuring Jackson Wang. Poetri did not end up finishing the producing class and has been writing and releasing music ever since.

Although her sound continues to evolve, a quality that continues to be ever-present in Poetri’s writing is her authenticity and sensibilities toward sharing relatable experiences with fans. “Invited” is an honest examination of ego and the need for inclusion and is inspired by the yearning to be invited to the party, while knowing you have no desire to attend.  

“Invited” and “Astrologically Illogical” follow the release of Poetri's collaborative tracks, “No Explanations'' (with Elephante and ZHANG YANQI)” and “Breakfast in Bed” (with gnash).” Next up, Poetri will be performing at Head in the Clouds Festival in Los Angeles, CA taking place August 5thand 6th.

About Stephanie Poetri

Like her name suggests, Stephanie Poetri’s music has a softness to it, an ethereal quality that comes through crystal clear in her stunning alto voice. Originally, her very first single, “I Love You 3000,” was just a snippet for social media, but the overwhelmingly positive response from Poetri’s followers sent her back to the studio to transform it into a full song. Stephanie followed that up by signing with transformative, internet-savvy powerhouse 88rising, a tastemaking giant for Asian talent, and a move to Los Angeles, which allowed her to explore the other areas of artistic expression. Along with music, Poetri’s creative background includes a love for visual arts and video games, both of which have been a big part of her aesthetic as an artist. In this new era, she’s incorporating edgier rock sounds into her own music, and a healthy dose of indie pop and indie rock is forever part of Poetri’s musical DNA. Citing contemporaries like Beabadoobee, Julia Michaels, Lizzy McAlpine, Gracie Abrams—and the ever-present touchstone of Taylor Swift—Poetri has been working on plenty of new material and is ready to enter into a new phase.

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Travis Scott, Bad Bunny, and The Weeknd releases new song “K-POP”

Ahead of the imminent release of his fourth studio album UTOPIA, today diamond-certified, eight-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated multi-hyphenate Travis Scott releases his new single “K-POP” with Bad Bunny and The Weeknd.

Bringing together three of the music industry’s biggest superstars, “K-POP” has long been mythologized by fans since being first teased earlier this year. It opens up the world of UTOPIA and illuminates his rapid evolution and progression all at once. It finds Travis Scott at the height of his powers as a performer, songwriter, producer, and collaborator proving once again that nobody sounds like Travis. It continues to enshrine him as the culture’s foremost sonic innovator, leveling up beyond comparison. Alongside the song, the official music video is set to premiere today at 12 PM ET / 9AM PT.

With more yet to be announced, UTOPIA stands to be the biggest and most buzz-worthy musical moment of the year. In true Travis Scott fashion, the album is set to be rolled out in a full 3-D immersive experience, taking fans completely into his world. Up next, the once-in-a-generation auteur and cultural phenomenon will give the live debut of the new material on stage in front of the Pyramids of Egypt in Giza on July 28, like only Travis Scott can. Tickets are available exclusively on www.ticketsmarche.com.

In addition, UTOPIA is currently available to pre-order at shop.travisscott.com  and is available alongside five unique album covers as a part of vinyl, CD and merchandise box sets. The album follow’s Travis Scott’s 2018 record-breaking, culture-shifting masterpiece ASTROWORLD, which topped the Billboard 200 album chart and spurred the Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit “SICKO MODE” featuring Drake.

Get ready to experience UTOPIA fully soon. Travis Scott, Bad Bunny, and The Weeknd’s “K-POP” is out now via Epic Records and Sony Music Entertainment.

Source: Nyou

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Red Horse Among the Top 30 Most PowerfulSoutheast Asian Brands, according to new Kantar BrandZ ranking

San Miguel Brewery’s Red Horse ranked amongthe most powerful brands in Southeast Asiaaccording to the inaugural Kantar BrandZ Top 30 Southeast Asian Brands report. The Top 30 – covering Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore – covers brands from categories such as alcoholic beverages, telecommunications, banks, technology, retailersand travel services.

Together, Financial Services and Telecom Providers contribute two-thirds of all the brands in the region with Indonesia’s Bank Central Asia (BCA) emerging as the most powerful brand.  The next most represented category is Telecom Providers, with nine brands making the list followed by Retail and Travel Services.

Red Horse is the only Philippine brand to crack the top 30 list thereby making it the top beer brand in the Philippines.  

High demand power. Through creating powerful connections with local consumers, Southeast Asian brands have the highest Demand Power,compared with other markets with a Kantar BrandZ ranking. Demand Power is a Kantar BrandZ measure of a brand’s ability to drive consumers’ predisposition to buy.

Katie McClintock, Managing Director, Southeast Asia, Kantar, says, “Our region’s leading brands have good reason to celebrate. They contribute significant value to the companies behind them, by connecting with consumers andadapting to their changing needs. In such a fast-changing, diverse, and rapidly growing region, brands need to be agile – and the Top 30 are masters of remaining relevant. There is huge potential for significant further growth if they can extend their local strengths into other Asian and even global markets.”

In the Philippines, top brands deliver brand purpose effectively, resulting to a deeply-rootedtrust and emotional bond with consumers.

Soumya Saklani, Managing Director, Philippines, Kantar, comments, “Besides the traditional trust established by years of proven expertise, it is increasingly important for Philippine brands to enable change and improve our world in ways that consumers care about. Moreover, as weemerge from the pandemic, newly acquired daily habits are here to stay.Thus, it is important for brands to fit into today’s consumers’ daily lives.  Lastly, amid shrinking discretionary budgets in a challenging economic landscape, consumers will remain willing to pay for brands which can lead the way in anticipating and meeting the needs of consumers.”

Other trends from the Kantar BrandZ Top 30 Most Valuable Southeast Asian brands analysis include:

• Southeast Asia’s brands are the second most trusted in the world. The most deeply trusted brands grow with pace and consistency, especially in uncertain times. Indomie (No.15) leads the field in the Top 30, generating trust through offering familiar tastes that have been loved for generations.

• Relevance builds demand. The brands that consumers perceive as ‘fitting well into everyday life’ have almost double the Demand Power of their least relevant peers. Malaysia’s Grab platform (No.19) is seen as most relevant. The brand offers a comprehensive range of services that make it the go-to choice for daily needs – including GrabCar, GrabFood, and the GrabExpress courier service.

• Sustainability is a value driver. Consumers expect businesses to play a leading role in tackling environmental and social issues and helping them to make sustainable choices. Few brands in Southeast Asia are perceived as having outstanding sustainability credentials, meaning there is a strong first-mover advantage to be won.

The inaugural Kantar BrandZ Top 30 Southeast Asian Brands ranking, report and extensive analysis are available now at http://www.kantar.com/campaigns/brandz/southeast-asia

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This year marks an exciting milestone in the journey of Devant, a beloved brand that has been the cornerstone of many Filipino homes. Celebrating 20 years of creating memorable TV Babad moments, Devant introduces its latest marvel - the 50" Smart Quantum 4K TV 50QUHW01.

As Devant hits the two-decade mark, they pay tribute to their journey by delivering a product that effortlessly bridges the gap between cinematic and gaming experiences. This celebration of innovation showcases Devant's commitment to pushing boundaries in home entertainment.

The 50" Smart Quantum 4K TV 50QUHW01, powered by webOS, takes a step forward with its state-of-the-art technology. The 4K Ultra High Definition resolution paints every pixel in exceptional detail, creating a breathtaking visual canvas that will keep viewers hooked.

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But the innovation doesn't stop there. The 50" Smart Quantum 4K TV 50QUHW01 also brings home the convenience of ThinQ Voice Command, aided by the included magic remote. With the magic remote, you'll enjoy the comfort of air gestures using the Air Mouse feature, simple content scrolling with the click wheel, and customized quick access to your favorite installed apps at the touch of a number button. Now, managing your TV is as easy as speaking to it or a flick of your wrist – whether you're searching for a show, adjusting the volume, or swiftly launching an app, just press the mic button on your remote or use your predefined shortcuts and let the TV do the rest.

Moreover, this model is designed for seamless connectivity, integrating both Apple AirPlay & HomeKit and Android's Screen Share feature. Now, you can effortlessly cast your favorite content, whether from your iOS or Android devices, onto the grandeur of the big screen. Sharing family photos and videos or your favorite shows and movies has never been this convenient and enjoyable, ensuring that everyone gets in on the fun with the 50" Smart Quantum 4K TV 50QUHW01.

Elevating your home entertainment to an exciting new level, the 50" Smart Quantum 4K TV 50QUHW01 is compatible with a wide array of apps. You can enjoy endless streaming options, from YouTube, Netflix, VIU, HBO Go, Disney+, TikTok, Lionsgate Play, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Spotify, WeTV, iflix, iWantTFC, iQIYI, to Bilibili. This diverse selection caters to every taste and interest, transforming the TV into a comprehensive hub that meets the varied entertainment preferences of every family member. With the 50" Smart Quantum 4K TV 50QUHW01, the entertainment possibilities are virtually limitless.

On their 20th anniversary, Devant proudly continues their legacy of innovation and quality. Their 50" Smart Quantum 4K TV 50QUHW01 promises an elevated, immersive entertainment experience that goes beyond what you'd expect.

Join Devant as they celebrate their 20th anniversary and step into the future of home entertainment with the new 50" Smart Quantum 4K TV 50QUHW01 powered by webOS Hub. Here's to more years of innovation and memorable TV Babad moments with Devant!

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About Devant

Devant is a leading provider of high-quality TVs in the Philippines. Since 2003, Devant has been committed to offering innovative and affordable home entertainment solutions that cater to the diverse needs and preferences of Filipino families. With a wide range of TVs, from standard definition to the latest 4K and Smart TVs, Devant has something for everyone.

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British singer-songwriter James Arthur scores another viral hit in Asia with “Car’s Outside”

The song has peaked at No. 34 of Spotify Philippines, and has charted inside the top 10 of Spotify Indonesia and Malaysia for several weeks

 Photo Credit: Edward Cooke

British singer-songwriter James Arthur has gone viral in the Philippines with the growing popularity of “Car’s Outside,” an old song off his 2019 album, YOU.

The uptick in demand comes from the piano-driven ballad’s resurgence on the short-form video app TikTok. To date, the rousing ditty has garnered more than 500,000 videos on TikTok alone, including combined original and sped-up versions.

“Car’s Outside” also proved to be popular on streaming, as it peaked at No. 34 of the Spotify Philippines’ Chart, becoming one of the surprise hits of 2023.

Elsewhere in Asia, the track has gained success on asimilar platform, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia, where it has landed in the Top 10 of the respective countries’ Spotify overall charts.

Aside from “Car’s Outside,” James Arthur is also receiving impressive traction in the region, especially with his cover of Christina Perri’s hit, “A Thousand Years.” Both songs have climbed in the top 5 of James Arthur’s most popular songs in Spotify and are steadily climbing in several music charts worldwide—thanks to their viral appeal and relatable message.

The Middlesbrough-born, and most successful X Factor winner of all time has scored 4 top 10 albums, with 2016’s Back From The Edge hitting the Number 1 spot. Over his career, he has collaborated with the likes of Anne-Marie, Sigala, Rudimental, Marshmallow & many more.

James Arthur’s “Car’s Outside” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

Source: Nyou

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Javier Parisi’s Imagine: The Beatles Legacy is happening this week!

Javier Parisi, the world’s greatest John Lennon tribute act, will be staging his highly anticipated concert this week!

Delivering his best impersonation of the legendary rock icon with authentic musical performance, the Argentinian act is slated to headline his own show featuring some of the most notable hits of The Beatles and John Lennon.

The concert will take place on July 15, 2023, Saturday at the Music Museum. Globally renowned and endorsed by John Lennon’s family and inner circle, Parisi takes world-class impersonation and interpretation to an entirely new level—this time, in front of the Philippine audience.

“I’m really excited to meet the Filipino fans,” said Parisi. “Aside from the performance, this event also serves as a celebration of Lennon and The Beatles’ unparalleled legacy in utilizing music as an agent of social change. It’s my honor to share this gift to the music lovers out there who want a piece of the past even just for a moment. I promise to entertain and not disappoint.

Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Javier began studying guitar and learning the English language when he was eight. The charismatic star was heavily influenced by The Beatles growing up, and even created a Fab Four tribute band with friends from his hometown to perform in various venues all over the world.

Having grown his fanbase through the years with his pitch-perfect copy of Lennon’s look and sound, Parisi made a mark with his incredible impersonation that reached global cities from end to end, and even ended up performing in musicals produced the Lennon estate.

Tickets are still available via Ticketmax and Ticketworld, or you may call the Music Museum at 8721 0635 / 8721 6726.

IMAGINE: The Beatles Legacy is presented by DMC Philippines.

Source: Nyou