Thai Pop's Rising Star ALLY Launches Global Push with Manila Visit

Thai pop star ALLY (Achiraya Nitibhon) came to Manila this month as the first stop of her international campaign for new English single “but you,” marking her official push into the Southeast Asian market.

At just 21, ALLY has emerged as one of Thailand’s most promising new-generation artists, known for her dynamic performances, fashion-forward presence, and emotionally resonant pop sound. Her Manila stop signals the beginning of a broader regional rollout aimed at connecting with international audiences and building a global fanbase.

Her latest track, “but you,” represents a pivotal moment in her artistic journey. Performed entirely in English, the song blends R&B, pop, and lo-fi hip-hop influences into a smooth, atmospheric soundscape that captures longing, emotional distance, and the ache of enduring feelings often tied to an undefined relationship.

Central Cee releases highly anticipated EP “ALL ROADS LEAD HOME”

Featuring “Iceman Freestyle” & “Slaughter” Ft. J Hus

Central Cee releases his highly anticipated EP, ALL ROADS LEAD HOME. The seven-track project arrives in the wake of two stand-out records, “Iceman Freestyle” and “Slaughter” featuring J Hus.

“Slaughter” saw two of the UK’s most influential voices unite on record for the first time, a landmark collaboration for Cench, whose work with UK artist collaborations have been notably selective to date. The track has quickly emerged as a fan favourite, underlining the chemistry between the pair and setting the tone for the wider project.

Leona Releases Song About Losing A Pet Dog

After a heartfelt hiatus, Leona returns with their most personal release to date, “Isang Sandali Pa,” under Universal Records Philippines.

The band reveals that the song was written as a tribute to their bassist’s beloved dog who passed away a few months ago. What began as a deeply personal expression of grief became a universal anthem for anyone who has ever wished for just one more moment — one more embrace, one more quiet second to hold on.

“We wrote this song as a tribute to our bassist’s beloved fur baby who passed away a few months ago. We hope it reaches anyone who’s still holding on to beautiful memories.”

9 Kick Founder Weining Hung Named to Pollstar’s 2026 “Women of Live”

Pollstar, a prominent trade publication for the concert and live music industry, has announced its 2026 Women of Live list, celebrating influential professionals and visionaries worldwide. Among this year’s lone Asian honoree is Weining Hung, Founder and Director of 9 Kick—a Taipei-based management and booking agency responsible for playing a crucial role in connecting Asian indie artists with international audiences.

Hung is widely recognized for her work as co-founder of LUCfest, Taiwan’s premier showcase festival and conference. Launched in 2017, LUCfest became a vital meeting point for international industry professionals and Asian talents. As the festival enters its next phase of growth, LUCfest is currently exploring strategic cooperation and new partnerships to carry its legacy in ensuring its continued impact on the global stage.

MAKE IT MANILA POP: ALYSON returns in Blue and drops new single "KUNG SAKALING TANAWIN", releases MV

PH city pop band ALYSON brings back sentimental romance and windchime melodies but with a fresh take with new single KUNG SAKALING TANAWIN, out March 27 with accompanying music video set to premiere on YouTube on the same day. 

ALYSON has been in the local scene for many years now, earning their spot as the indie space’s go-to City Pop band in gigs as they provide a wide range of sound that is uniquely theirs. Hailing from Quezon City, the jazz-pop sharp-suited sensations had cemented their spot on the charts with their debut hit, DEFINITELY LOVE!, which garnered praise from major music media publications such as Billboard Philippines and Billboard Georgia’s NEXT GEN campaign. 

Official artwork of KUNG SAKALING TANAWIN

Ely Buendia unveils new “light and optimistic” single “Ate”

Official artwork for “Ate”

Legendary frontman Ely Buendia is back on our playlists with new song “Ate” to be released March 26 under his own label, Offshore Music Philippines. 

After a year of the release of his tumultuous solo album “Method Adaptor” (2025), which garnered a string of praise from critics and fans alike, noted by Rolling Stone PH as “a sprawl of metaphors that thrive in paradoxes…”, and a continuously successful run of his intimate bar tour which shares the same name as the album, Buendia is far from taking a step back and is gearing up to expand his range and discography with solo single, “Ate”. 

“I wanted to change the atmosphere a bit,” says Buendia in an interview about his upcoming single, noting the contrasting nature of his previous sonic masterproject and the new single, he pinpoints his intentions for shortly following up his grittier and more serious album, Method Adaptor, with a more “light and optimistic" new track. The song carries a softer tone in both instrumentation and lyricism, not novel to Buendia’s prowess but a stark difference to what the artist is currently known for. “The melody had such a nursery rhyme-feel which came directly from the harmonized lead guitar lines that go up the major scale,” Buendia discusses his rationality behind the inception of “Ate”. Saying as if the song itself embodies the mindset of seeing the positives in life’s ebbs and flows. 

Hacks Returns For Its Fifth And Final Season April 10 On HBO MAX

The Emmy®-winning Max Original comedy series Hacks returns for its fifth and final season Friday, April 10 on HBO Max. The 10-episode season will debut new episodes weekly, with the series finale on Friday, May 29.   

In the aftermath of mistaken and unflattering news reports that she passed away, Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) and Ava (Hannah Einbinder) return to Las Vegas more determined than ever to secure Deborah’s legacy as a comedian.