“Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi” Coming Exclusively To Disney+ Philippines August 5

An 8-episode limited anime series from Lucasfilm and Production I.G, “Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi,” will premiere August 5, 2026, exclusively on Disney+ Philippines. To celebrate, the trailer and key art are now available online.

Supervising director Kenji Kamiyama, director Shunsuke Tada, and producer Hitoshi Ito just debuted the trailer and teaser poster at a special “Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi” panel at the Los Angeles Convention Center as part of Anime Expo 2026.

Part of an all-new “Star Wars: Visions Presents” banner, which will be used to tell longer-form “Star Wars: Visions” stories, the limited series picks up not long after the events of the “Visions” shorts: “The Ninth Jedi” and “The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope.” In the new series, Lah Kara continues to train in the ways of the Jedi under Margrave Juro. Kara goes on an epic journey of self-discovery as she and Juro’s small fellowship of Jedi-in-training embark on a quest to save her father.

2026 LoL KeSPA CUP RETURNS JULY 20 WITH ALL MATCHES SET TO LIVESTREAM EXCLUSIVELY ON DISNEY+

Ten LCK Teams Will Compete From July 20 Through August 18 For A Total Prize Pool Of KRW 52 Million

After a hugely successful first outing in 2025, Disney+ today announced that all 2026 LoL KeSPA CUP matches – Korea’s only short-format League of Legends esports tournament – will be livestreamed for global audiences exclusively on Disney+.

Set to kick off on July 20, the LoL KeSPA CUP will see ten teams from League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) compete against each other for a total prize pool of KRW 52 Million. With matches set to be livestreamed every Monday and Tuesday from the qualifying stages all the way through to the Grand Final on August 18 at Daejeon e-Sports Arena in Daejeon, South Korea, this exclusive livestream will give global audiences the chance to enjoy every minute of the action wherever they are.

In addition to livestreams of the matches on Disney+, LoL KeSPA CUP fans will also be able to find additional tournament information, including greeting videos from participating teams, and a variety of pre-event and on-site content on Disney+ Korea’s social channels.

The Itchyworms bring the "Akin Ka Na Lang" tour to Hong Kong for the first time

The iconic pop-rock band is set to stage two special performances on July 26, 2026, bringing a taste of home to the Filipino community in HK

The Itchyworms are set to bring their highly successful “Akin Ka Na Lang” tour to Hong Kong on July 26, 2026, at The Wanch in Wan Chai.

The one-night-only show promises to deliver an exciting live music experience for our kababayans seeking a semblance of home through the Filipino band’s brand of timeless OPM hits.

After going viral, P-Pop girl group KAIA turns an exciting new page with “hulog”

Produced by hitmaker Shadiel Chan, the group's latest release showcases a softer, more mature sound following newfound momentum

After captivating local and international audiences with the viral cover of “Takedown”—which has amassed more than millions of views across social media—and following the release of their fan-favorite single “Tanga,” emerging P-Pop powerhouse KAIA makes a triumphant comeback with “hulog,” their new single under Sony Music Entertainment.

Symphonic Asia Pacific gathers partners and music industry stakeholders through Spotify Masterclass and artist showcase

From practical streaming insights to networking opportunities and live performances, the two events emphasized Symphonic’s commitment to empowering artists, labels, and music industry professionals in the Philippines

Symphonic Asia Pacific recently hosted two complementary initiatives centered on community building and industry education: the Spotify Masterclass and Symphonic Social Night. Bringing together Symphonic Distribution’s partner artists, labels, and creative stakeholders, the event took place on the very same day at Sari-Sari Bar last June 18, 2026.

Steve Lacy releases new single “is it cool? (ft. SZA)”

New album Oh yeah? out July 17, 2026

Reveals album tracklisting with SZA & Erykah Badu

Steve Lacy press photo, credit: Gus Van Sant — download HERE 

Steve Lacy releases new single “is it cool? (feat. SZA),” the latest offering from his upcoming album Oh yeah?, out July 17, 2026 via RCA Records.

This collaboration has been highly anticipated since the duo confirmed they were in the studio together back in March, and “is it cool? (feat. SZA)” undeniably lives up to the hype. Steve’s candid-as-ever lyrics blend seamlessly with SZA’s ethereal vocals – the result is a confessional reckoning with self-sabotaging habits and tumultuous romances, brought to life by two of R&B’s most influential voices.

LISTEN TO “is it cool? (feat. SZA)” HERE

PRE-ORDER Oh yeah? HERE

Chart-topping global sensation ATEEZ returns with EP ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5,’ unveiling addictive new anthem “BAD"

K-pop powerhouse ATEEZ returns with their highly anticipated new mini album, ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5,’ marking the next chapter in the group’s ongoing GOLDEN HOUR series. Released on June 26, the album features five brand-new tracks that further showcase ATEEZ’s signature ability to blend powerful performance-driven music with genre-crossing artistry. The EP is out now via Sony Music Korea/RCA Records – click here to listen.

Led by title track “BAD,” ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5’ delivers a catchy and addictive new sound filled with bold energy, confident attitude, and instantly memorable hooks. The album’s five tracks each bring distinct colors and genres to the project; from explosive hip-hop and sleek dance production to moody alternative pop and rhythmic Latin-inspired influences. Alongside “BAD,” the album includes “MAMACITA,” “TOXIN,” “Fallin’,” and “Body,” creating a dynamic listening experience that highlights the members’ versatility and evolving musical identity.