Gloc-9 goes indie with “Dungaw”

After 22 years, seven studio albums, three EPs, and two decades of iconic hits, rap icon Gloc-9 is shifting gears and going independent.

And the song “Dungaw” featuring Keiko Necesario is the best song to do it with.

Known to work with different voices and perspectives in his songs, this time around Gloc-9 speaks in the voice of an unnamed man, confused about the visits he was receiving, wondering about the moment the song captures. As the song unravels, so does the story of this man’s life, the choices he had made, the ones that led him to this point.

But the final punch is in the song’s culmination, when a final visitor allows him to ask a battery of painful questions. Why does suffering continue for many? Why are certain sins not forgiven? Why do the wealthy get away with anything? Why is there privilege, and why is there poverty?

Ryle Santiago Renews Contract With Cherub Baby Care Products

A year and a half of more than 30 successful shows including school visits, mall events and festivals, Ryle Santiago renews his contract as Cherub Baby Care products brand ambassador.

“We were in our Cagayan de Oro show. Knowing my contract is expiring, I told the audience to chant, ‘i-renew na ‘yan’. And they happily obliged. I saw our Megasoft Vice-President Ms. Aileen smiling to what I did. I guess it worked. But kidding aside, I’m extremely happy and proud with the trust and confidence given to me by my Megasoft family.”

Miss World PH Bares Official List of 40 Candidates For 2019

After having successfully staged the very first Mr. World pageant in Manila last Friday, August 23, at the Araneta Coliseum, the Miss World Philippines organization gears up for the much- awaited presentation of candidates who will comprise this year's batch of aspiring beauty queens.

Among the 40 candidates who faced the press during its official press presentation held at Novotel Manila's Versailles Tent last August 29 are an award-winning actress/singer/composer a model/actress from a major network, an accomplished model/actress who is the daughter of an international pageant titleholder, two former Miss World 2017 aspirants, a flight attendant, a lawyer, and sisters of former beauty queens.

Miss World Philippines National Director Arnold Vegafria feels ecstatic about the positive turnout of aspiring Miss World queens this year. He exclaims, "This year's batch is brimming with potential winners! Based on their preliminary interviews and performances, I won't be surprised if we surpass our previous track record from our previous years."

In addition, more titles are up for grabs this year. In addition to Reina Hispanoamericana, Miss Eco International and Miss Multinational, two titles have been added, namely: Miss Eco Teen International, and Miss Philippines Tourism.

The winning Miss World Philippines 2019 will compete in the global Miss World pageant scheduled on December 14 in ExCel, London.

The Miss World Philippines 2019 pageant will be telecast live via GMA-7's Sunday Night Box Office (SNBO) on Sunday, September 15, 2019, 10:00 p.m.

Here are the 40 official candidates and their areas they are representing:

1     Isabelle De Leon                                    Quezon City

2     Julia Mendoza                                        Roxas City

3     Sharielle Yanson                                    Marikina City

4     Glyssa Leiann Perez                              Bohol

5     Julie Ann Forbs                                      Bulacan

6     Michelle Arceo                                       Borongan, Samar

7     Patricia Navea Tan                                Quezon City 

8     Kalea Rivero Pitel                                  Olongapo

9     Tracy Mauren Perez                              Cebu City

10   Jacqueline Diamzon Hammoude           Makati City

11   Kayesha Chua                                       Albay

12   Trisha Gutierrez                                     Minalin, Pampanga

13   Hanna Therese Cruz                             Calaca, Batangas

14   Billie Hakenson                                      Cavite

15   Alyssa Reyes                                         Lemery, Batangas

16   Shammy Galisanao                               Romblon

17   Camelle Mercado                                  Floridablanca, Pampanga

18   Ruffa Nava                                             Iloilo City

19   Jan Tumang                                           Capas, Tarlac

20   Ilene De Vera                                         Mandaue City, Cebu

21   Michelle Dee                                          Makati City

22   Gerlaine Silva                                        Mandaluyong City

23   Vanessa Mae Walters                            Makati City

24   Kelley Day                                             Tarlac

25   Rose Ann Ignacio                                  Rizal Province

26   Michelle Thorlund                                  Laguna

27   Patrixia Santos                                      Daraga, Albay

28   Mary Deana Zaide Ressureccion          Pandacan, Manila

29   Asha Gutierrez                                       Taguig City

30   Katrina Llegado                                     Taguig City

31   Shiela Marie                                           Valenzuela City

32   Jena Masero                                          Subic, Zambales

33   Justiene Ortega                                     Manila

34   Anne Legaspi                                         Ilocos Sur

35   Louise Theunis                                      Carrascal, Surigao Del Sur

36   Edna Guino                                            Taguig City 

37   Casie Banks                                          Mandaluyong City

38   Aura Shaznay                                        Ormoc City

39   Erica Rose Madlangsakay                     Filipino Community of Los Angeles

40   Shannon Christie Kerver                       Cabiao, Nueva Ecija

Nathan & Mercury releases two music videos and a new single

Fresh off the announcement that the band is heading to Singapore next month as one of the performers at Music Matters 2019, Nathan & Mercury surprised music fans with not just one, but two music videos and a brand new single. 

Fools: a visual delight

The first treat came in the form of Fools music video—a visually arresting piece that follows a non-linear format. “The song in itself is very emotional,” says Nathan Huang, N&M’s lead singer and guitarist. “Through the song, we were able to hear heavy emotions. This time, through the video, we wanted to visualize what those emotions are.”

Released as a single last year, Fools has garnered nearly a million streams on Spotify and Youtube combined, achieving instant success even without an album release.  

TBA Studios Releases Exciting Hollywood Sci-Fi Thriller 'Freaks'

Filipino moviegoers are in for a treat as they will be the first in Asia to experience the new Hollywood sci-fi thriller Freaks. This exciting and critically acclaimed film will be released in the Philippines on August 23 ahead of its premiere date in the United States (September 13). 

In this award-winning thriller, a disturbed father played by Emile Hirsch locks his bold 7-year-old daughter (Lexy Kolker) in a house, warning her of grave dangers outside. But the mysterious Mr. Snowcone (Bruce Dern) convinces the girl to escape and join him on a quest for family, freedom, and revenge.

Pinaka-bagong single ni Ruru Madrid, ilulunsad na

Dulunsad ni Kapuso Action Drama Prince Ruru Madrid ang kaniyang first-ever solo single na pinamagatang "Nawawala" sa ilalim ng GMA Music.

Sa komposisyon nina Kettle Mata, Roger Alcantara, at Enzo Villegas, ang "Nawawala" ay isang kantang napupuno ng emosyon at 'hugot,' na kukurot sa puso ng mga makikinig.

Kuwento ni Ruru, natuwa siya sa areglo ng kanta at sa lyrics nito dahil may inihahatid itong magandang mensahe, "The first time na binigay nila sa akin ito, nagulat ako talaga. Ang ganda at damang-dama. Everytime na may ginagawa tayo sa buhay natin, i-aapply natin 'yung mga natutunan natin sa past."

Contestants arrive in Manila for Mr World 2019

This year's Mr World contestants have arrived in Manila, Philippines. The final takes place on Friday 23 August at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, one of Asia's largest indoor arenas. 

This year's contest is set to be the biggest and most successful event in the history of the competition. Contestants from across the globe will compete once-in-a-lifetime in a three-week experience, as they battle it out to discover who should be declared 'The world's most desirable man'

In a series of Mr World challenge events, contestants will test their physical and mental endurance: