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With four GRAMMY® Awards, 13 No. 1 hits, and over 3 billion career streams, for KING + COUNTRY have solidified themselves as one of the most respected duos in music. Signed to Curb Records, Joel and Luke Smallbone are stepping into a new era—with brand new music, a renewed creative vision and the same passion for delivering powerhouse live performances that have wowed sold-out arenas across the globe.
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Acclaimed singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis has released the music video for her latest single, “All U Wanna Do.”
The striking visual piece was shot guerilla-style at the iconic Shibuya Crossing, capturing Almalbis’ impassioned performance amid a bustling city life in Tokyo, Japan.
Singing with only her earphones as accompaniment, Almalbis stands in stark contrast to the rush of strangers around her, transforming a fleeting moment into a deeply personal expression of frustration, resilience, and artistry.
Symphonic Distribution, a leading music technology and services company for independent labels, managers, and artists, today announced the signing of Underdog Music Philippines, one of the country’s fastest-growing independent labels. This signing marks the next chapter of Symphonic’s continued growth in the region, after making several key hires on the A&R Client Development Team in Asia earlier this year.
Founded with an artist-first philosophy, Underdog has quickly built a reputation for championing Filipino musicians across genres, from chart-topping vocalists to rising indie bands, while shaping a new era of transparency and global opportunity in the Philippine music industry. Key artists at Underdog include Morissette, who is also a co-founder of the company and widely known as “Asia’s Phoenix”; Manila-based indie/alternative folk band The Ridleys; and Manila-originated alternative pop band Over October.
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When the lights go down at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on October 28, 2025, the crowd will rise to its feet to welcome back one of the most powerful voices of her generation. Morissette, Asia’s Phoenix, celebrates 15 years in music with Ember, a concert designed not only to showcase her vocal brilliance but to reflect on a journey that has inspired millions.
This year has already been monumental for her. She starred in her first feature film, Song of the Fireflies, where she showcased her dramatic range alongside her signature vocals. Her rendition of “Golden,” featured in the Netflix hit Kpop Demon Hunters, went viral and captured headlines, reaffirming her ability to leave a mark on both local and global audiences. Beyond the screen and streaming platforms, she has continued to bring Filipino artistry to international stages, building a legacy that now comes full circle on the Araneta stage.
Universal Records Executive Vice President Ramon Chuaying gladly shared his enthusiasm for the reunion, stating: “We are glad that Masculados is coming back to their home label. We shall be working on new songs with Masculados, and we look forward to delivering more hits. Yung mga millennials and Gen Z, gusto nating malaman nila yung kasikatan ng Masculados.”
ONErpm, a global music powerhouse in distribution, label services, and publishing, continues to deepen its presence in the Philippines through strategic partnerships with breakthrough artists and prominent independent labels. At the forefront of these developments is its newly announced collaboration with Offshore Music, home to trailblazing acts such as Ely Buendia, ena mori, Alyson, and M1ss Jade So—to name a few.
Ely Buendia, CEO and Chairman of Offshore Music reveals the depth of the conversations that led to the collaboration. A key factor in Offshore Music’s decision is ONErpm’s alignment with the label’s values, particularly around sustainability, transparency, and fostering genuine communities of music.
The chart-topping indie band announces to add 500 more passes for fans
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Alternative pop band Over October is making waves once again as they celebrate their eleventh anniversary with a free major concert at the MOA Amphitheater on October 12, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. onwards.
The upcoming event generated overwhelming demand, with more than 3,000 passes claimed within just two hours of registration.
In response, the band announced today that they are adding another 500 passes exclusively through the SM Malls Online app at 6:00 pm, giving more fans the opportunity to join what is set to be one of their most ambitious projects to date.
