Yamashiro's Executive Chef Vallerie celebrated her birthday with a 70s themed birthday bash that brought out stars from all over the world from Hollywood to Manila. Apl.de.ap of the Black Eyed Peas led the "Happy Birthday" song remixed with his hit single, "Bebot" alongside Vallerie's life long friends, colleagues and supporters. DJ Butch played music from the era while guests dined on the best in Yamashiro's cuisine including Filipino specialty items like lechon and caldareta. Desserts were provided by Brown Baked Goods, Cafe 86 and Knead Eats. Guests were encouraged to come in their best 70s inspired outfits and the crowd did not disappoint.
The exclusive guest list of less than 100 included but not limited to James Reid, Ylona Garcia, Ramona Thornes, Ray Brown, JRey Soul, Jon Jon Briones, Teo Briones, Isa Briones, JayR & Mica Javier, Reggie Lee, Princess Punzalan, Will Devaughn, James Reid, Ivan Dorschner, Anna Maria Perez de Tagle, DJ Virman, DJ Flict, Garth Garcia, Arci Munoz, Robin Nievera, Alex Wassabi, DJ Bella Fiasco and many more. The MYX & TFC team were onsite to celebrate the chef and the party was celebrated in the same Yamashiro's garden that her private MYX original series screening for her "Making it in America," episode aired. See photos from the event below & on our MYX Global Facebook by celebrity photographer, Sthanlee B. Mirador.
ABOUT CHEF VALLERIE:
Chef Vallerie was born in San Nicholas, Ilocos Norte, Philippines, in her Grandfather’s Bakery. At an early age, her parents migrated to the United States in hopes for better opportunities, and later brought Chef Val to the states to raise her in Hawaii once a foundation had been built. A late start to her career has not stopped her from reaching the top. She began her career as a Pastry Chef and, in just a span of a few years, has become the first Yamashiro female Executive Chef at premiere Hollywood restaurant to the stars like Bruno Mars, Michael B. Jordan, H.E.R., Apl.de.ap (Black Eyed Peas) and many more.
Her gracious hospitality and her seasoned palate have created a new renaissance for this famed Hollywood establishment. Follow along as Chef Vallerie and her parents, Christopher and Elo Castillio, reflect on the early years of migrating to America in search of greater opportunities. Val has been featured on CNN, TFC, MYX, ABC, NBC, Spectrum and more as a trailblazer in the community.
Watch the full episode of "Making it in America" below:
Check out this week's MYX News Hot List, sponsored by McDonald's.
1. MYX LIFESTYLE NEWS: Saweetie Meal - McDonald's taps in our girl Saweetie for their latest menu! The meal comes with a Big Mac, 4-piece McNugget with her two favorite sauces, Fries, and Sprite.
MYX is also launching a four-part MYXradio podcast series "Tap In: All Things Saweetie" sponsored by McDonald's. Visit www.myx.global/saweetie to learn more!
2. MYX ENTERTAINMENT: Break Out On TV - Spiderman breakout star Jacob Batalon is set to lead in new series "Reginald The Vampire". Singer-songwriter Dominic Fike is joining the cast of Euphoria for season 2!
3. MYX MUSIC NEWS: Hello James - The Black Eyed Peas are back with a new song featuring Saweetie and Lele Pons. James Reid releases the music video for "Hello" featuring his many sides.
4. MYX MUSIC NEWS: MYX Music Awards - The boys of SB19 sweeps MYX Music Awards by winning Best Artist, Best Music Video, Song of The Year, and the Kumu Audience Choice Award!
Check out the exclusive performances on the MYX Global YouTube page.
For more stories, visit www.myx.global/myxnews.
Careless Music releases a James Reid exclusive for Amazon Music called “Crazy.” Take a listen below and let us know what you think on Twitter using #JamesReidMYX.
Watch James perform at the Identity Fest 5/15on twitch.tv/amazonmusic.
Take a trip around the world to see the latest reactions from James Reid's single "Soda."
Latinos Waleska & Efra react to James Reid - Soda (Official Music Video)
Indie&Tabs TV JAMES REID REACTION || SODA Live Performance
Faltan 5Pe Reacciones James Reid performs "Soda" LIVE on Wish 107.5 Bus -
Black Cookies Productions Filmmakers React to James Reid's SODA Music Video!
ICYMI, watch James Reid perform "Soda" on the Wish Bus below:
MYXers! Register for FREE at www.myx.global/watchlive and bookmark the page to watch #OTWOL MYX reboot series starring James Reid and Nadine Lustre with English subtitles every Wednesdays at 7p PDT (10A Manila Thursdays). Join the global Twitter watch party weekly using #OTWOLMYX.
Jo Koy releases his new book, "Mixed Plate," Jabbawockeez re-open their MGM Grand show in a new socially distanced & meet Ez Mil opening week in Las Vegas, with new music by Kiyomi, Manila Grey featuring P-Lo & James Reid.
This week on the MYX News Hot List, hosted by Trace Gaynor. For more, bookmark www.myx.global/myxnews.
OTWOL Ep. 3 airing today at 7P PST / 11A PHT sneak peak. Leah (@nadine) attempts to learn more about Clark (@james) while their relationship blossoms. When Leah thinks she sees her mom, she retraces her mother’s steps to try and solve the mystery of her death and disappearance. Check out the full schedule below of the full day we have for our MYX subscribers on Twitch, iWantTFC & DirecTV.
Use the hashtag #OTWOLMYX with your city, country - we will be choosing a few winners to win subscriptions all weekend!
2/10 PST & 2/11 PHT on MYX on twitch.tv/myxglobal & @iwanttfc schedule to watch while LIVE chatting:
12P PST (2/11 4A PHT)
Para Sa Hopeless Romantic (For the Hopeless Romantic) Movie starring James Reid, Nadine, Inigo Pascual & Julia Barretto.
2-5:30P PST (6A-930A PHT)
Hello Stranger series marathon featuring Tony Labrusca, JC Alcantara, Vivoree & more.
5:30P PST (9:30A PHT)
OTWOL Ep. 2 Rebroadcast
6:30P PST (10:30A PHT)
James Reid Interview (Rebroadcast)
7P PST (11A PHT)
OTWOL Ep. 3 (NEW Episode)
Tune in & chat LIVE with us on Twitch & Twitter!
Enter to win a free MYX Twitch subscription at: www.myx.global/otwol. Also enter to win by using the #OTWOLMYX on Twitter all weekend!
“Soda” is the first track of upcoming singles that lay the foundation for veteran Filipino-Australian pop-R&B artist James Reid’s re-emergence in the music scene. Weaving the heartfelt energy of soul with the playful rhythms of electro funk, “Soda” seamlessly blends these elements together to create an electronically fizzy yet laid-back groove. Fans can stream the song on all digital platforms orcd.co/jamesreidsoda. Listen to the song below:
James Reid will return to MYX on 2/4 to talk with DannieBoi about his new single and more. Join us LIVE on twitch.tv/myxglobal to watch the interview and Wednesdays at 7P PST / 11A Thursdays in Manila to watch a re-imagined OTWOL with new and old fans from all over the world.
Tune in Monday to watch the MYX Global UK premiere of “Soda” with top London DJ Ray Domingo on twitch.tv/djraydomingo.
“Soda” encapsulates the worry-free feeling of embarking on a journey without a care, cruising down the highway with one hand out the car window, wind in your hair. Following the challenging year that was 2020, “Soda” instils a deep-rooted peace that comes with starting anew, encouraging listeners to look forward to their journey in the new year.
"Despite the chaos and tragedy that was 2020, it really challenged me and forced me to evolve in more ways than just music," James says. "So there’s been a silver lining. I made this song as a reflection of that perspective. Learning to ride the highs and the lows. The future is unknown, so all we can do is have enough self awareness to make the most out of life's surprises."
ABOUT JAMES REID:
James Reid is the founder of indie record label Careless Music. Making the decision to form his own label and manage himself independently proved worthwhile when his acclaimed album 'Palm Dreams' was featured on Billboard’s Independent Albums chart in 2017. Known as a risk-taker with a decade of experience as an entertainer in the Philippines, James aims to use his platform to empower and grow Philippines' buzzing music industry.
Aside from being an award-winning music artist (MYX Music Awards, MTV EMA), James is well-known for his appearances on television shows and movies, which he has also won several awards for. With a successful career spanning over a decade and millions of streams, video plays, and Instagram followers, James' meteoric rise is definitely not slowing down anytime soon.
Watch James on his recent MYXPH MYXCLUSIVES interview below:
This week's TAYO Hot List:
After having faced difficult times in the past year, James Reid is releasing a track that aims to radiate the feeling of positivity and deep-rooted peace that comes with starting anew, encouraging people to look forward to their journey in the new year. Careless Music will be launching James Reid’s Newest Single “Soda” on all streaming platforms 1/29.
This will be the first song released while he is under new co-management with international management powerhouse, Transparent Arts, started by multi-platinum artists, Far East Movement. Pre-save Soda here, before it's official release date 2/4 9P PST (2/5 in Manila at 1P) on all streaming platforms worldwide.
James will also be returning to MYX to talk to DannieBoi of Wave 89.1FM about the new song and answer a few fan questions. Use the #jamesreidMYX hashtag on Twitter tagging @myxglobal to post your questions. Watch the exclusive interview on twitch.tv/myxglobal.
“Soda” is the first track of upcoming singles that lay the foundation for veteran Filipino-Australian pop-R&B artist James Reid’s re-emergence in the music scene. Weaving the heartfelt energy of soul with the playful rhythms of electro funk, “Soda” seamlessly blends these elements together to create an electronically fizzy yet laid-back groove. Fans can stream the song on all digital platforms here: orcd.co/jamesreidsoda
“Soda” encapsulates the worry-free feeling of embarking on a journey without a care, cruising down the highway with one hand out the car window, wind in your hair. Following the challenging year that was 2020, “Soda” instils a deep-rooted peace that comes with starting anew, encouraging listeners to look forward to their journey in the new year.
James Reid's official fan club, the @reidersofficial, posted a sneak preview of the song on their Instagram:
Check out our most recent interview with James as he sat down with fellow artist and Careless Music Co-Founder KINGwAw (Bret Jackson).
About James Reid:
James Reid is the founder of indie record label Careless Music. Making the decision to form his own label and manage himself independently proved worthwhile when his acclaimed album 'Palm Dreams' was featured on Billboard’s Independent Albumschart in 2017. Known as a risk-taker with a decade of experience as an entertainer in the Philippines, James aims to use his platform to empower and grow Philippines' buzzing music industry.
Aside from being an award-winning music artist (MYX Music Awards, MTV EMA), James is well-known for his appearances on television shows and movies, which he has also won several awards for. With a successful career spanning over a decade and millions of streams, video plays, and Instagram followers, James' meteoric rise is definitely not slowing down anytime soon.
As announced in Variety today in their weekly international TV round up alongside HBO and Netflix new shows, On The Wings of Love was mentioned. The popular Filipino television series was edited & reimagined for global audiences, releasing on MYX TV cable/satellite network in the United States/Middle East & for MYXer subscribers to our global Twitch digital channel at twitch.tv/myxglobal.
On Twitch, once you are a MYX subscriber, you can watch the series weekly from around the world join a live chat with other subscribed fans while viewing. Join us to relive the kilig every Wednesday at 7P PST starting January 27 (Thursday 1/28 11A Manila) for 24 consecutive weeks.
Watch the exclusive trailer below, enter a trivia contest to win a one month subscription of our MYX Twitch channel on myx.global/otwol. Bookmark the page so you can stay up to date on future all things OTWOL on MYX!
Set in San Francisco, On The Wings of Love is the story of Leah Olivar (Nadine Lustre) and Clark Medina (James Reid) whose “meet-cute” ends disastrously. As her tourist visa expires, Leah is determined to stay in the United States to realize her American Dream and decides to pursue citizenship through marriage. But the only person available is… Clark, a Filipino American who has lived in the country for 11 years and the one person that makes her skin crawl. The two encounter challenges as a fake couple, but, over time, begins to develop fondness and true love for each other.
The original On The Wings of Love series premiered in 2015 and gained acclaim among fans in the Philippines. It concluded with an impressive 145-episode run in 2016 and has received numerous awards. The original 145 episodes were reimagined into a newly edited, faster-paced 24 episodes. It features the original all-star cast Nadine Lustre, James Reid, Cherry Pie Picache, Joel Torre, Nanette Inventor, and Isay Alvarez. The original score remains as well featuring artists Kyla, James Reid and Nadine, with newly added Star Music songs by Jayda, Morisette, Alex Gonzaga & KidWolf. New promos for the show on MYX will also feature music by international artists, Inigo Pascual & Kiana V.
ABS-CBN, the global leader in Filipino entertainment, has released numerous scripted television shows for over 50 years and this is the first time a series has been edited for a younger audience of both Filipino and non-Filipino viewers. The reimagined series provides a current perspective with relatable themes of immigration, family, and love. It is primarily in Filipino with English subtitles.
ABS-CBN hopes this release is one of the first steps for Filipino entertainment to join the ranks of Korean, Latino and Japanese shows which have helped bring Asian stories to the masses. Subscribers will be able to live chat with other fans across the world while watching the show on twitch. tv/myxglobal.
“ABS-CBN Global is committed to bringing premium Filipino content to the new audiences whenever they want and wherever they are,” says Jun Del Rosario, ABS-CBN Global Head of North America. “Our content is available on all major linear cable & satellite providers and digital platforms, which include proprietary channels like TFC and MYX.”
On The Wings of Love is being released under ABS-CBN’s entertainment brand MYX, which is geared toward a younger viewership across digital & linear platforms. MYX was launched in 2007 and is currently distributed across 20 MILLION homes in the United States. The brand recently relaunched with a larger digital footprint and is a key investment by the parent company to expand its reach in the United States & 2nd Gen audience globally. The premiere of On The Wings of Love will be MYX’s first time offering exclusive content and live chats to their subscribers on Twitch.
“We’re constantly challenging ourselves to evolve with the needs of our multicultural audience, which is why MYX’s premium Twitch channel has gained a lot of traction with our viewers,” says Roslynn Alba Cobarrubias, ABS-CBN Global Head of Music & Talent. “We recognize the importance of accessibility on every device with many of our shows and are innovating the ways we create with that in mind.” Variety also broke the news of the MYX re-launch last December.
ABS-CBN Global has made strides in recent months for Filipino representation in the mainstream with its co-production of Yellow Rose, which was released in theaters and digital platforms in North America last year by Sony Pictures. Among their successful MYX programming on Twitch include TAYO News, The Hub, Heavy Rotation, The Lunch Table, The OPM Hour, daily live DJ sets, artist exclusive interviews, charitable fundraising raids and MYX global premieres of new music.
To access MYX exclusive shows, content & emotes visit & subscribe to their Twitch channel. Watch a recent LIVE interview with James Reid below:
International singer/actor James Reid joins international "Transparent Arts family," just announced on TA's Instagram. Transparent Arts was founded by the first Asian American group to top the Billboard Hot 100 charts with their hit single "Like A G-6", the multi-platinum Far East Movement. Far East Movement have collaborated with music's biggest starts including Bruno Mars, Snoop Dogg, Marshmello & Justin Bieber. Alongside the FEM members Kev Nish, James "Proh" Roh & Virman, the #transparentfeed team of music executives, artists/producers take the best of American and Asian entertainment business which includes artists like @tiffanyyoung, @saticamusic & @dumbfounded, & applies them to their global platform. The artists have garnered millions of social media plays, sold out national tours, and have released tracks through labels Owsla, Spinnin', Armada, and Universal with collaborations with artists like EXO & Akwafina.
Through their 360 management & label deals, they are able to maintain strict quality control and apply a dynamic application of business towards all of their projects.
They bridge east and west by cultural relevance, localized marketing, distribution and through dynamic creative collab. They also founded the @Identitylafest, a festival celebrating Asian American Heritage with the City of Los Angeles on the steps of City Hall that gathered over 10,000 attendees in 2018 with headliners #MikeShinoda of #LinkinPark and K-pop star #JayPark.
For more info visit: transparentarts.com
Watch James Reid perform from the international Overpass Music Festival below where the @reidersofficial Official Fan Club helped myx give away over 10 tickets to our myxers using the #jamesreidmyxglobal & #overpassmusic hashtags.
The virtual festival that took place in multiple continents around the world starring other Careless artists frequently played on myxRADIO like Massiah and Curtismith.
