Not Just Your Typical Music Festival, This Breaks the Silence

Manila, Philippines – On June 7, 2025, JCI Manila’s first ever benefit music festival, “Break the Silence,” will illuminatev, uniting artists, partners and beneficiaries to give voice to the Filipino women and children who are experiencing abuse, mental health and sexual exploitation. 

Lola Amour’s ‘Raining In Manila’ wins special award at inaugural Music Awards Japan

Lola Amour’s “Raining In Manila” has been given special recognition at the first-ever Music Awards Japan (MAJ). The award has become a full-circle moment for the Filipino band as the track marked Lola Amour’s first foray into the popular Japanese music genre, city pop. The record-breaking hit was awarded the Special Award for Philippine Popular Music, which […]

KOSTCON 2025 to serenade Manila with beloved K-drama OSTs this August

K-drama fans in the country can look forward to an evening of musical nostalgia as KOSTCON 2025: Korean OST Concert is set to take place at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on August 6. The event will feature a lineup of Korean artists known for performing some of the most memorable soundtracks in K-drama […]

Midnasty’s ‘Tribute To Thyself’ is their most personal album yet

One word to describe Midnasty’s long-awaited comeback album? Hawod! Add another, and it’s hawod kaayo!  The phrase perfectly captures the pride and power behind the Bisaya rap trio’s latest release, “Tribute To Thyself.” Ten years since their last full album, “Brave,” the Dumaguete-based trio returns with a record that’s both personal and powerful. True to […]

For Jan Roberts, collaborating with Shirebound on ‘Hingalo’ marks a full-circle moment

OPM collaborations remind us that Filipino stories know no bounds and when local talents come together, the result can be even more powerful than imagined. This truth comes to life in rising singer-songwriter Jan Roberts’ latest collaboration with Shirebound on their new single, “Hingalo.” “‘Nung unang kita ko pa kay Shirebound, nahihiya pa ako lumapit […]

NCT Jaehyun brings soulful charm to Emotional Oranges’ new single ‘Call It Off’

NCT’s Jaehyun lends his signature smooth, expressive vocals to Emotional Oranges’ latest single, “Call It Off,” a track that previews the alt-R&B duo’s upcoming debut album, “Orenjii,” set for release on May 16. While in the military, Jaehyun expands his global reach with this collaboration, blending seamlessly into Emotional Oranges’ rich, groove-infused soundscape. His contribution […]

1st.One to represent PH at ASEAN-Korea Round Festival 2025 in Malaysia

Hot off the heels of their latest comeback track, “Alam Mo Ba,” P-pop boy group 1st.One is set to wave the Philippine flag high on the international stage once again, as they’ve just been announced as one of the official performers for the ASEAN-Korea Music Festival 2025—also known as ROUND—which will be held at Zepp […]