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justin’s highly anticipated arts and music showcase, lunan, is officially sold out!
For those who missed it, don’t worry! Sony Music Philippines is currently running a promo giveaway for the fans who wish to experience the exhibit curated by SB19’s very own creative director. Interested participants may sign up through the following link: http://justin.lnk.to/lunangiveaway.
The promotional period runs until June 18, 2026 at 12 NN.
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National Geographic has unveiled the official trailer and premiere date for POMPEII: OUT OF TIME WITH TOM HIDDLESTON, a new three-part docudrama premiering July 23 on Disney+. Produced by Plimsoll Productions, the show will premiere on July 23.
Good things come in threes!
Lola Amour, Over October, and Shirebound are headlining the inaugural edition of Alt.chestra—a concert series that reimagines select songs with lush orchestral arrangements.
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Based on the Acclaimed Bestselling Novel by Bret Easton Ellis
Starring Igby Rigney, Kaia Gerber, Homer Gere, Hayes Warner, Graham Campbell, Evan Rachel Wood, Wes Bentley and Jordan Roth
A summer of suspense, seduction and obsession begins with the premiere of FX’s “The Shards,” the new drama series from executive producer Ryan Murphy based on the acclaimed bestselling novel by Bret Easton Ellis. The series will premiere Thursday, August 6 at 9 a.m exclusively on Disney+.
Set against the vivid backdrop of 1980s Los Angeles, the series follows a group of privileged high school seniors at an elite prep school as they navigate identity, sex, jealousy, obsession and the dangers lurking beneath the surface of American adolescence.
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Barbie’s Cradle, one of the Philippines’ most iconic alternative bands of the late 1990s and early 2000s, are set to stage their highly anticipated comeback this year.
Fronted by lead vocalist and guitarist Barbie Almalbis and composed of members Wendell Garcia on drums, Rommel dela Cruz on bass, and Kakoy Legaspi on guitars, the multi-awarded supergroup will return with the release of three new songs, culminating in a special one-night-only concert on August 1, 2026, at the Music Museum.
“We’re excited to revisit the greatest hits and misses while also sharing new songs that reflect where we are now in our lives both as musicians and human beings,” shares Barbie Almalbis. “We’ve reached a point where we approach music-making with greater confidence and purpose. This new body of work is more collaborative and intentional than ever. We’ve poured months of hard work into these songs, and we can’t wait for everyone to hear what we’ve created.”
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Acclaimed Filipino indie rock quartet ONE CLICK STRAIGHT has officially signed to The Rest Is Noise (TRIN) for global management.
Under the agreement, TRIN will oversee the band’s international bookings and management activities outside the Philippines, including artist development, touring, brand partnerships, synchronization and licensing opportunities, and other commercial and professional ventures aimed at expanding ONE CLICK STRAIGHT’s presence in global markets. The partnership will be undertaken in collaboration with the band’s manager, Eezh Arcangel.
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“Avatar: Fire and Ash,” the Oscar®-winning global blockbuster, will stream June 24 exclusively on Disney+. The third film in Oscar-winning filmmaker James Cameron’s phenomenally successful “Avatar” franchise, which was released in December, grossed $1.48 billion worldwide at the box office and won an Academy Award® for best visual effects.
Featuring thrilling action, grand spectacle, and unforgettable characters, the film was praised by fans and critics alike for its spectacular visual effects, dazzling new environments, and stunning new creatures. The story moved and inspired audiences around the globe, resulting in an unforgettable theatrical experience that remained in first place at the domestic box office for 5 consecutive weeks.
P-Pop star justin teams up with acclaimed singer-songwriter Maki on his upcoming new single “dahon,” which he describes as a “vow of timeless love amid an ever-changing world.” The track is penned by Maki, a gifted singer-songwriter whose knack for heartwarming melodies and relatable sentimentality is prevalent in the material.
The collaboration marks another creative partnership between the two artists, following justin’s appearance in the sci-fi-inspired music video of Maki’s “habangbuhay pansamantala."
The Cuban-American actor pays tribute to the Estefans in playing Emilio for OYF Manila
The rhythm is about to get louder at the Proscenium Theater as American actor Jason Canela joins the Manila production of On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, taking on the role of music visionary Emilio Estefan when the highly anticipated musical opens on July 10 at Rockwell Center Makati.
Raised in Miami to the nation's biggest entertainment hubs in New York and Los Angeles, Canela brings with him a unique connection to the story at the heart of the musical. Best known for his work across television, film, and theater, he has appeared in major productions including Apple TV+'s Palm Royale, ABC's The Rookie, FOX's Pitch, and CBS's The Young and the Restless, where he made history as the first Latinx actor cast in a contract role during the show's then 45-year run. He is also widely recognized across Spanish-language television for his performances in Telemundo's ¿Dónde Está Elisa? and Univision's Cosita Linda.
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Today, Disney+ debuted the official trailer for FX’s “The Bear,” the critically acclaimed, Emmy® Award-winning hit series. The series will premiere its fifth and final season on Friday June 26, exclusively on Disney+. All eight episodes will be available to stream at debut.
The fifth and final season of FX’s “The Bear” picks up the morning after Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri), Richard “Richie” Jerimovich (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) and Natalie “Sugar” Berzatto (Abby Elliott) discover that Chef Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White) has quit the food industry, leaving the restaurant to them. With no money, the threat of a sale and a torrential storm in their way, the new partners must band together with the rest of the team to achieve one last service, hoping they’ll finally earn a Michelin star. Ultimately, they learn that what makes a restaurant “perfect” might not be the food, but the people.
Inspired by the picturesque feeling of reaching out for the phone to call someone, “nananabik” longs for a person at the wee hours of the night, trying to evade any form of contact despite the heart telling otherwise.
Known for their slice-of-life indie pop songs that reflect the complexities of young adulthood, Carousel Casualties continues the tradition of writing sophisticated tunes that hold more emotional weight even in its most subdued form. Their new track “nananabik” carries this familiar scenery with melodies that fizzle and gleam like lights lining the road: a well-crafted track like “Leona,” “season 1 episode 43” and the recent viral hit “hindi ko alam,” but more deceptively adventurous in a sonic sense.
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“The Testaments” is Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes at 88% and has garnered over 45M hours streamed globally on Hulu and Disney+ to date. The series has been gaining momentum, with viewership growing week over week. Views for episode 8 were up 76% from the premiere (based on 1 day views).
Organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) in partnership with Bago City LGU, CENRO Bago, and other stakeholders, the initiative highlighted the importance of safeguarding coastal communities.
In the music video, Xyriel portrays the painful reality of an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW), highlighting the sacrifices, silent struggles, loneliness, and emotional distance endured for the love of family. The story resonates deeply with many Filipinos whose loved ones continue to work far from home in hopes of providing a better future.
Known for its heartfelt lyrics, “Una” captures emotions that go beyond romantic relationships. While often seen as a love song, the track also speaks about longing, sacrifice, and unconditional love for family — themes that strongly connect with the experiences of many OFWs and their loved ones.
Filipino independent record label Offshore Music teams up with award-winning illustrator and comics creator Rob Cham for a special limited-edition merchandise to mark the 30th anniversary of the Eraserheads’ critically acclaimed fourth studio album, Fruitcake.
The limited-edition t-shirt features Cham’s modern take on the album’s whimsical world, giving listeners a fresh visual entry point into one of the most important works in Philippine music.
Known for his distinct visual storytelling, Cham approached the project as both a tribute and reinterpretation of the original Fruitcake universe.
LALALAFEST MANILA is happening on 21 August 2026 at the World Trade Center Manila. Curated and presented by Wilbros Live. Tickets to the festival will go on-sale on Saturday, June 13 at 12PM via SMTickets.com and SM Tickets outlets nationwide.
Following the breakout success of her debut song “GAGA,” which garnered more than 300,000 TikTok creations and peaked at No. 60 on the Spotify Viral charts, RAMONA returns to the spotlight with the release of her new single, “Laguna,” out today via Sony Music Entertainment.
RAMONA’s latest track chronicles the messy aftermath of a breakup. Balancing humor, confrontation, and disbelief, the angsty pop-punk anthem taps into the hyper-online generation’s obsession with decoding modern relationships and post-breakup behavior. It also unpacks the strange limbo between heartbreak and amusement: the spiral of watching someone move on suspiciously fast.
What started as an Iloilo-based music project between two friends, John Roxas and Arvy Zafra, has evolved into a band with unique sonic imagery: retro-pop with lush and ornate arrangements and post-punk sensibilities, perfectly carried by their previous single, “Hollow,” which was released in October 2025.
Imbued with newfound range and character, their latest single “Come & Go” takes the familiar cinematic approach with a more manic sound. It’s intentionally made to feel as if the listener is chasing after each note as the song drives forward.
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Following the radiant charm of their critically acclaimed debut DEFINITELY LOVE!, ALYSON returns to the spotlight with AFTER OURS—a sonically ambitious sophomore album released via Offshore Music Philippines.
ALYSON’s second full-length album lingers in the aftermath of a romantic connection, exploring uncertainty after intimacy, the temptation that complicates devotion, and the painful realization that love endures not through perfection but through choice. Embracing a more sophisticated approach to songwriting and production, AFTER OURS treats the art of listening to albums as a sanctimonious experience, with each track carefully sequenced and every detail presented with intentionality at every level.
Tata Taktumi (“Tata”) has released her new single “Not So Bad” via Pacific Music Group (PMG), the Pan-Asian global music and entertainment company. Tata, the human led hybrid artist, was developed under the creative direction of multi Grammy Award winning producer Timbaland. The project underscores a clear philosophy: technology requires human intention, and creativity is still driven by real people. Stream “Not So Bad” here.
“Not So Bad” is anchored by Tata’s real vocals and performance, alongside creative direction from Timbaland. While the project has drawn global attention for its use of emerging technologies, the foundation remains deeply human, rooted in lived experience, artistic instinct, and hands-on collaboration.
International powerhouse vocalist Jessica Sanchez joins forces with Asia’s Phoenix Morissette for “Stronger Than Before,” an anthemic new single that celebrates resilience, faith, and personal growth. Written by Jessica Sanchez and Rodney Jason, and distributed by Universal Records, the track is now available on all major streaming platforms. Released during the month that celebrates Mother’s Day, the song carries an added layer of meaning for listeners, especially mothers whose strength and sacrifices echo its message.
“Stronger Than Before” traces a journey of overcoming doubt and emerging renewed. Jessica—who tried her luck in various competitions before ultimately winning America’s Got Talent in 2025—draws from both her personal and professional experiences to shape the song’s emotional core.
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GRAMMY®-nominated pop superstar Zara Larsson keeps the global party going with Midnight Sun: Girls Trip, a collection of remixes and collaborations that gives new life to her already famously vibrant songs. Revisiting each track from her breakthrough album Midnight Sun, Zara invites a worldwide all-woman cast of friends and faves to an inclusive celebration that crosses borders, genres, and vibes for an unforgettable excursion into free-wheeling self-expression.
The artists joining Zara on the set span diverse sounds and countries of origin, and range from absolute icons to rising stars to indie tastemakers: Shakira, Robyn, Tyla, PinkPantheress, Kehlani, JT, Madison Beer, Emilia, Helena Gao, Margo XS, BAMBII, Malibu, and Eli. Watch visualizers for every song HERE now, and stream or purchase Midnight Sun: Girls Trip right HERE via Epic Records / Sommer House.
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Less than a year since they first took to the streets of Tokyo to dance with Mickey & Friends for their “What We Got” music video, J-Pop sensations King & Prince are back with an exciting new nine-part travel series – King & Prince: Our Meet-Up in LA - coming June 17 exclusively to Disney+.
The new unscripted series follows King & Prince members Ren Nagase and Kaito Takahashi as they travel around Los Angeles, visiting the sights, completing challenges, and chatting and unwinding - giving audiences an unfiltered look at the duo’s personalities and friendship.
Starring King & Prince’s Ren Nagase and Kaito Takahashi, King & Prince: Our Meet-Up in LA was planned and produced by NICHIKI Co.,Inc.- the team behind their popular variety series Kintore.
Fresh off from the success of her last single “Sikretong Tayo Lang May Alam,” which entered the Spotify Viral 50 Philippines chart and surpassed a million streams within five months, SHANNi continues her upward trajectory with the release of her new single “Teleserye”—out today via Sony Music Entertainment.
Driven by conversational lyrics and emotionally poignant storytelling, the alt-pop newcomer pours her heart out on betrayal and manipulation that comes from toxic relationships and friendships. On “Teleserye,” she paints a familiar portrait of having endured chaos in silence before ultimately finding the courage to walk away and find her peace in the process.
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The wildly imaginative animated adventure follows animal lover Mabel as she uses a groundbreaking technology to “hop” her consciousness into a lifelike robotic beaver, uncovering a hidden animal world shaped by its own rules. Alongside charismatic beaver King George and an unforgettable community of local wildlife, Mabel embarks on an action-packed mission that invites audiences to experience nature like never before.
Filipino rapper WAIIAN celebrates the success of his 2025 album with the staging of “BACKSHOW” - The BACKSHOTS Late 1st Anniversary Show, co-presented by Sony Music Entertainment and Lightning in a Bottle Studios (LIAB Studios). The event serves as an anniversary tribute to his full-length album, BACKSHOTS.
With its release last year, BACKSHOTS has positioned itself as one of the most important Filipino hip-hop albums of the 2020s era: a crossover record that reinforces the importance of authenticity and staying true to one’s craft while refusing to conform to social expectations. To date, the critically acclaimed album has achieved over 30 million cumulative streams on Spotify alone, leaving an indelible impression among general listeners and music fans.
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Our favorite post-punk extraordinaire, lambanog brewer, skater, and barber Sexy Jay has dropped yet another gritty track on streaming, and it's the crowd favorite “Singaw”—out on May 21, 2026, via Offshore Music.
The Taguig-based art punk artist had already been performing this song live for years, where it generated countless reactions for its absurd premise surrounding the pain of mouth ulcers and its hypnotic instrumentation reminiscent of the brooding energy of Joy Division’s “Disorder,” off the classic 1979 album, Unknown Pleasures.
