Mark Carpio writes the ending he never expected in new EP, Huling Pag-ibig

Listen to the focus track “Paalam Na,” a powerful meditation on closure and healing

OPM hitmaker Mark Carpio drops his highly anticipated new EP, Huling Pag-ibig—released under EMPIRE.PH Music and ONErpm. Marking a milestone in his 10-year career, the 4-track EP weaves themes of love, loss, and emotional closure into one cohesive sonic package. Both introspective and freeing, the project also serves as an ending to a well-loved music era—one that positioned Carpio as both a prominent balladeer of his generation and a gifted songwriter known for his poignant yet earnest storytelling. 

Bicolana Rapper XYVRL Turns Up the Heat in Her “SWAGAPINA” Era with “Scottie T (Remix)” Featuring Ivo Impreso

Bicolana rapper XYVRL continues her bold 2026 run with the release of “Scottie T (Remix)” featuring Ivo Impreso of PLAYERTWO, now available on all major digital streaming platforms. The track serves as the latest offering from her emerging SWAGAPINA era — a fearless, internet-fueled creative world where identity and self-expression take center stage.

A high-impact evolution of her earlier single “Scottie T,” the remix elevates the original’s competitive energy with a harder edge and a wider perspective. Built on sharp hip-hop production and basketball-inspired wordplay, the track plays like a statement performance — confident, calculated, and impossible to ignore.

Ivo Impreso brings a commanding presence to the remix, delivering a hard-hitting Bisaya verse that reflects the realities of the grind in today’s music industry. His contribution adds both weight and authenticity, creating a dynamic exchange between two artists driven by hunger, discipline, and the desire to rise above the noise.

Ben&Ben reclaims chart dominance with viral smash “Lifetime (Reimagined)”

The song has reached No. 4 on Spotify Philippines Daily Top Songs Chart, and is expected to hit a new peak in the coming days

Award-winning Filipino folk-pop band Ben&Ben has surged back to the summit of the streaming charts with “Lifetime (Reimagined)”—released under Sony Music Entertainment.

The new version of the hit ballad has reached a peak of No. 4 on Spotify Philippines Daily Top Songs Chart, while making a dent internationally with a No. 3 debut on the Spotify Top Songs Debut – Global. 

The Strokes set new album Reality Awaits for June 26

“GOING SHOPPING” ARRIVES NOW PLAYING COACHELLA

Reality Awaits album cover art — Untitled (Cowboy) 1989 courtesy of Richard Prince “Going Shopping” single artwork.

Reality Awaits, the seventh studio album from The Strokes, is set for release on June 26 via Cult Records/RCA Records. “Going Shopping” is out now—listen here.

Recorded in Costa Rica with producer Rick Rubin and finished around the globe, Reality Awaits marks the band’s first new music since 2020’s much-lauded The New Abnormal and extensive global touring in its wake.

The Strokes will play major festivals around the world this spring and summer including this weekend and next at Coachella, in addition to dates headlining Bonnaroo, Outside Lands, Japan’s Summer Sonic 2026 and more.

Love, Lies, and Betrayal Await: Prime Video's Love Is Never Gone Premieres May 8

Joshua Garcia and Ivana Alawi’s gripping tale of romance and survival arrives exclusively on Prime Video

Prime Video today unveiled its upcoming Filipino romance drama series Love Is Never Gone, announcing its exclusive premiere date of May 8 and releasing the official key art. Produced by ABS-CBN Studios and Dreamscape Entertainment, it is set against the vibrant backdrop of Morocco, the series blends romance and suspense, following two lost souls who find strength and love in each other only to discover that lies and betrayal threaten to derail their path to happiness.

The series features a powerhouse ensemble led by Joshua Garcia, Ivana Alawi, Jameson Blake, Jane Oineza, Michael de Mesa, Epy Quizon, Fyang Smith, JM Ibarra, and Dina Bonnevie.

Lags Returns With Emotional New Single “Pansamantala”

After taking a year-long hiatus from releasing music, singer-songwriter Lags officially marks his return with the heartfelt new single “Pansamantala,” released on February 20, 2026. The artist is currently managed by GLXY Talent Management and signed under Universal Records.

“Pansamantala” is a deeply emotional acoustic ballad that explores the painful reality of loving someone who ultimately chooses their past over the present. The song was born from an intimate late-night talk with a close friend searching for closure, only to confront the painful realization that he was never truly the one chosen. That heavy, honest moment lingered — and Lags transformed it into a song that captures the quiet devastation of being left behind.

Built around raw Tagalog lyricism and a sincere, stripped-down arrangement, the track follows the confusion and heartbreak of someone asking the question many fear to say out loud: “Paano na ako?” From the opening plea “Tumingin ka sa’king mga mata, di mo ba ko nakikita” to the crushing realization of being “pinagpalit sa nakaraan,” the song unfolds like an intimate conversation, mirroring the emotional journeys of many listeners.

Disney+ Expands Strategic Collaboration With Korea Esports Association To Host Additional Livestreams Of Esports Events Throughout The Year

The Collaboration Kicks Off With The Esports Championships Asia Jinju 2026 Streaming On Disney+ From April 24-26 Followed By More Competitions Later This Year

Following on from the success of last year’s 2025 LoL KeSPA CUP livestream, Disney+ today announced it has expanded its existing collaboration with the Korea eSports Association (KeSPA) to bring additional livestreams of major esports competitions to audiences around the world. The expanded collaboration will include global live coverage of major flagship events including the Esports Championships Asia Jinju 2026, the 2026 LoL KeSPA CUP and the Korea national team send-off ceremony and LoL friendly matches before the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026.