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Olivia Rodrigo is undoubtedly one of the biggest stars in the entertainment industry and the “GUTS” singer recently had a long sit-down on the latest episode of The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast. During the lengthy conversation, the Filipino-American artist breaks down her beginnings in show business, her early acting career, her creative process as a musician, and much more.
She also described her experience growing up Filipino-American and teased her first ever show in the Philippines next year!
Q: Your dad is Filipino-American, your mom is white. Was being biracial something that you were conscious of — or that other people made you conscious of — when you were a kid?
A: “It’s funny, I actually don’t think I was particularly conscious of it until I made my way into the industry. The schools that I grew up going to were always very diverse, and I had a lot of Filipino friends growing up. But yeah, it wasn’t until I sort of started making music and being more front-facing that girls would be like, “Oh, wow, it’s so nice to see Asian representation in music!” And I was like, “Oh, yeah, that’s cool. Yeah, I’m that.”
Q: You performed in some very intimate venues after Sour. Now, for Guts, you’re going to be performing in stadiums and arenas starting Febr. 23, 2024. What are you most excited about or most curious about, as far as that level of a production?
A: I’m so stoked. I think it’s going to be so much fun to play those kinds of rock songs in an arena too. I’m so excited to feel that energy. I’m so excited to go places that I haven’t been before. I’m really excited to go to the Philippines — I’ve never been — so that’s going to be fun. And I love my band. I have an all-girl band, and they’re so wonderful and such great musicians. It’s going to be fun.
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Olivia Rodrigo just dropped her second album "Guts" and the bubble-gum rock offering is the Filipino artist's take on growing up, fame, love, and more. The 12-track project will take listeners back to their teenage years, reminding listeners that memorable emotions from that era have no age-limit. "Guts" is truly a soundtrack about growing pains, emphasis on the pains. You can stream the project below.
In addition to dropping a new album, Olivia Rodrigo just dropped a new music for "get him back!" off of the project. In the visuals, the scorned singer imagines ways to hurt her lover back. Watch the music video below!
Olivia Rodrigo just dropped a new song and we're totally here for it! The Filipino-American artist, who just dropped a track titled "Vampire" last month, switches up the sonics on her new single "bad idea right?". The song is an anthem about considering hooking up with a former fling, something we're sure everyone can relate to.
Not only did Rodrigo drop a new song, but she also released an accompanying music video that definitely does her newest release justice. In the visuals, Olivia and the cast are seen making fun references to pop culture staples like Glee and Euphoria. Watch Olivia Rodrigo's music video to "bad idea right?" below! We can't wait for her "Guts" album coming soon.
If you haven't heard Olivia Rodrigo's newest single, Vampire yet you're definitely missing out. She'll have you hooked on its catchy chorus in no time.
The singer-songwriter is starting a new chapter in her career as she sets to release her next album, GUTS. Olivia chats with Vogue about experiencing life in New York and what to expect from her album. "There were two wrenching, cinematic ballads, but they were crafted with a new self-assurance. The other two tracks were playful and insouciant—indications, Nigro said, of this album’s turn away from melancholy."
She's been writing a lot by herself and now her songs are coming from growth. It's going through the process of life and Olivia's way to let it all go is to keep writing songs for herself or other people. Find out more details with her 73 questions with Vogue.
Olivia Rodrigo just had a once in a lifetime experience! The Filipina-American singer recently performed at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to help induct iconic artist Carly Simon. Other legends that are members of this year’s 2022 class include: Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, Duran Duran, Eminem, Eurythmics, Dolly Parton, and Lionel Richie, along with Judas Priest and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis for Musical Excellence; and Harry Belafonte and Elizabeth Cotten for Early Influence; and Allen Grubman, Jimmy Iovine, and Sylvia Robinson for the Ahmet Ertegun Award.
Rodrigo took center stage to perform a rendition of Carly Simon’s classic 1970s hit song "You're So Vain." During her performance, many familiar faces in the crowd sang along verbatim to the classic track. Check out a video from an audience member in attendance at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California below!
Photo Courtesy of Olivia Rodrigo's Instagram
The end of summer is near when school starts back up. To help with transitioning back to school mode, Olivia Rodrigo is sharing her unique style with fans. Her newest line of merch is perfect for all the seasons of school from sweater vests, hoodies, zip-up jackets, and shirts. Go back with an edge and make new friends along with the way!
If you want more of a subtle nod to show your support, she has you covered with accessories ranging from socks, laptop cases, binders, notebooks, and more. They all follow her recognizable purple color scheme with lots of stickers! You get to set up your style how you want!
The singer-songwriter recently finished up her North America part of the SOUR Tour and has also played cities around the world. Olivia met a few iconic artists throughout like Avril Lavigne, Alanis Morissette, Jack White, and most recently Billy Joel. Yes, that Uptown Girl, Billy Joel. Check out some throwbacks, we dare you not to sing along.
Cover Photo Credit: Olivia Rodrigo Updates Instagram
Figuring out what to watch and binge or have a mellow weekend? We got you cover with these shows and Fil-Am actors that you have to catch. Check out these releases now available for you to stream and enjoy!
1. High School Musical: The Musical The Series
One of the biggest sensation right now, Olivia Rodrigo is back for Season 3 of the hit series, High School Musical: The Musical The Series. Although her character, Nini is a reoccurring character this season, we're still excited to see her back on the show that helped her career skyrocket! The first episode is out now and catch new episodes on Wednesdays only on Disney+.
2. Fire Island
Catch Fil-Am Conrad Ricamora (How to Get Away with Murder) in this rom-com that's inspired by Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. The story follows a group of gay friends who go on vacation to Fire Island, only for things to become complicated by classism and romance. It also stars Bowen Yang, James Scully, and Margaret Cho and you can catch it on Hulu.
3. Street Food: USA
We love to find new and yummy new places to grab a bit to eat and Netflix's Street Food: USA edition will take you around cities and towns to show you where the best street food is at! Los Angeles has a large population of Filipinos and of course Filipinotown doesn't disappoint when it comes to food. A restaurant featured, Dollar Hits will having you craving for fish balls, bbq, and all desserts you can imagine and also make you feel like you're back in the Philippines. Just don't watch the episode on an empty stomach!
We have a new #1 on the MYX Hits Charts and MYX International Top 20! Charlie Puth ft. Jung Kook's track Left and Right has moved up to the top spot bringing BTS's Yet To Come down one spot to #2. Ace Banzuelo keeps his #1 spot on the Pinoy MYX Countdown with his track Muli, and we see some slight movements within the charts this week. Did your faves move up? Make sure to get your votes in for the week, and let's see where next week brings us.
PINOY MYX COUNTDOWN (July 23-July 29, 2022)
2. FELIP: Bulan
3. MNL48: No Way Man
4. BGYO: Tumitigil Ang Mundo
5. BINI: Lagi
For the rest of the Pinoy MYX Chart click here.
MYX INTERNATIONAL TOP 20 (July 16-July 22, 2022)
2. BTS: Yet To Come
3. Harry Styles: Late Night Talking
4. Joji: Glimpse of Us
5. Harry Styles: As It Was
For the rest of the MYX International Top 20 Chart click here.
MYX HIT CHART (July 24-July 30, 2022)
2. BTS: Yet To Come
3. Ace Banzuelo: Muli
4. FELIP: Bulan
5. MNL48: No Way Man
For the rest of the MYX Hit Chart click here.
BTS continues to hit the top of the charts this week, and Ace Banzuelo is also making moves. Ace broke into the top 10 of the Pinoy MYX Countdown last week at #7 but has now shot to the #1 spot this week! Charlie Puth ft. Jung Kook's track Left and Right has also entered the charts debuting at #2 on the MYX International Top 20 and MYX Hits Charts. This week, we saw a lot of movement in the charts because of Ace's fast climbing track and Charlie and Jung Kook's strong debut. Make sure to get your votes in for the week, and let's see if these new entries continue to move up!
PINOY MYX COUNTDOWN (July 16-July 22, 2022)
2. FELIP: Bulan
3. MNL48: No Way Man
4. BINI: Lagi
5. BGYO: Best Time
For the rest of the Pinoy MYX Chart click here.
MYX INTERNATIONAL TOP 20 (July 16-July 22, 2022)
2. Charlie Puth ft. Jung Kook: Left and Right
3. Joji: Glimpse of Us
4. Harry Styles: As It Was
5. Lizzo: About Damn Time
For the rest of the MYX International Top 20 Chart click here.
MYX HIT CHART (July 17-July 23, 2022)
2. Charlie Puth ft. Jung Kook: Left and Right
3. Ace Banzuelo: Muli
4. FELIP: Bulan
5. MNL48: No Way Man
For the rest of the MYX Hit Chart click here.
BTS and FELIP continue to hit the top spots on the charts this week, and we also have new entries! Ben&Ben head into the Pinoy MYX Countdown at #20 with their track Paninindigan Kita and Ace Banzuelo breaks into the top 10 at #7 with Muli. Jack Harlow is also back in the top 5 of the MYX International Top 20 with his track First Class. Make sure to get your votes in for the week, and let's see if these new entries continue to move up!
PINOY MYX COUNTDOWN (July 9-July 15, 2022)
2. MNL48: No Way Man
3. KD Estrada x Alexa Ilacad: Misteryo
4. BGYO: Best Time
5. Anji Salvacion: Dalampasigan
For the rest of the Pinoy MYX Chart click here.
MYX INTERNATIONAL TOP 20 (July 9-July 15, 2022)
2. Joji: Glimpse of Us
3. Harry Styles: As It Was
4. Lizzo: About Damn Time
5. Jack Harlow: First Class
For the rest of the MYX International Top 20 Chart click here.
MYX HIT CHART (July 10-July 16, 2022)
2. FELIP: Bulan
3. MNL48: No Way Man
4. KD Estrada x Alexa Ilacad: Misteryo
5. BGYO: Best Time
For the rest of the MYX Hit Chart click here.
BTS hits their third week at #1 on the MYX International Top 20 and MYX Hits Charts. While FELIP is on his 5th week at the top of the Pinoy MYX Countdown charts. Joji made some big moves with his track Glimpse of Us this week. The track has now shot up 4 spots to the #2 spot on the MYX International Top 20. Will Joji move up even more or will BTS and FELIP remain at the top? Make sure to get your votes in for the week!
PINOY MYX COUNTDOWN (July 2-July 8, 2022)
2. MNL48: No Way Man
3. KD Estrada x Alexa Ilacad: Misteryo
4. BGYO: Best Time
5. BINI: Pit A Pat
For the rest of the Pinoy MYX Chart click here.
MYX INTERNATIONAL TOP 20 (July 2-July 8, 2022)
2. Joji: Glimpse of Us
3. Harry Styles: As It Was
4. Lady Gaga: Hold My Hand
5. Lizzo: About Damn Time
For the rest of the MYX International Top 20 Chart click here.
MYX HIT CHART (July 3-July 9, 2022)
2. FELIP: Bulan
3. MNL48: No Way Man
4. KD Estrada x Alexa Ilacad: Misteryo
5. BGYO: Best Time
For the rest of the MYX Hit Chart click here.
The Wildcats are heading to camp in the official trailer for Season 3 of High School Musical The Musical the Series! Get a glimpse of the camp shenanigans happening soon and a snippet of songs from Frozen and Camp Rock. Olivia Rodrigo is set to reprise her role is Nini, however she is scaling back as a recurring character.
We catch a glimpse of what Nini's up to this season that may lead to something big. All we know for now is Nini continues to create music and she's ready to take the next step. Olivia's character storyline could mirror her real life soaring career and is on the brink of stardom. So pack your bags, grab your friends, and tune in on July 27th for the premiere on Disney+.
Cover Photo Credit: High School Musical The Musical the Series Instagram
