Tuesday, July 8, 2025

WATCH: Gerard Butler Has a Movie for Every Mood and Genre

Why settle for one genre when a Gerard Butler movie marathon gives you every emotion in the book?

Few actors command the screen quite like Gerard Butler. With his rugged charm and powerful performances, Butler has effortlessly slipped into roles that range from action hero to heart-wrenching romantic lead. Whatever mood you're in or genre you love, there's a Gerard Butler movie to match it.  

Here are just a handful of his films that showcase Butler's incredible versatility.

Kandahar - Spy Thriller

What would you do if you were stranded in the most dangerous terrain in the world with your life on the line? That’s the dilemma CIA operative Tom Harris (Butler) faces in Kandahar. Set in Afghanistan, this spy thriller plunges viewers into a relentless game of cat-and-mouse. 

After a covert mission is exposed, Harris must race against time to escape enemy territory, all while navigating deadly ambushes and betrayals. The stakes are personal and high, with Butler delivering an intense and gritty performance that keeps you white-knuckled from start to finish.

Monday, July 7, 2025

The Stage Is Set: Claim Your Seat at Morissette's “Ember” Concert 2025

The countdown has begun. As excitement continues to build for Morissette’s highly anticipated 15th anniversary concert, fans can now take the next step toward experiencing the magic. Morissette and Underdog Music, in partnership with Gabi Na Naman (GNN) Productions, has officially released the ticket prices, seat plan, and purchasing guidelines for Ember, happening on October 28, 2025, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

More than just a concert, Ember is a celebration of a voice that has defined a generation. After 15 remarkable years, Morissette lights up the Araneta stage once again for an evening of soaring vocals, emotional storytelling, and powerful musical moments—with musical direction by internationally acclaimed producer and arranger Troy Laureta, whose work with artists like Ariana Grande, David Foster, and Ailee brings an elevated musical experience to the show.

Saturday, July 5, 2025

“The Sound of Silence Grows Louder: ISFFM is Coming”

The International Silent Film Festival Manila (ISFFM) is set to light up Shangri-La Plaza’s Red Carpet Cinemas on July 11-13, 2025, with a dynamic showcase that brings together silent cinema classics and the pulse of live Filipino music. Now firmly reestablished after years of disruptions, ISFFM stands out for blending film heritage with contemporary sounds, creating a space where cultures meet and new artistic conversations take shape. 

This year’s lineup draws from a remarkable range of films: Austria’s The Life of Beethoven (1927) will be accompanied by a performance arranged through HearLife, which uniquely combines deaf and hearing musicians to interpret the story of Beethoven himself. Italy’s Fra Diavolo (1925) takes on new energy through the bold arrangements of Pepe Manikan’s Progharmonic Orchestra. Psychic Surgeons will add their adventurous jazz-electronic layers to Spain’s Gigantes y Cabezudos (1926). Ma.Ma. — the duo of Joee Mejias and Alyana Cabral — will offer a deeply textured, exploratory set for Germany’s Wie Sich Der Kientopp Rächt, Geschichten von Freiheit und Freundschaft, and Aschenputtel. From Japan comes The Scent of Pheasant’s Eye (1935), a story of intimacy between two women in the silent era, which will be reimagined through sound by Teresa Barrozo, Pat Sarabia, and Mariah Reodica. 

Friday, July 4, 2025

Sinners Begins Streaming Exclusively On Max On July 4

Warner Bros. Pictures’ Sinners, will make its global streaming debut exclusively on Max on Friday, July 4.

Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.

Written and directed by Oscar®-nominated Filmmaker Ryan Coogler, Sinners stars Michael B. Jordan in a dual role, joined by Oscar® nominee Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O’Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Miller, and Delroy Lindo.

Filipino soul-pop artist Muri and Japanese electronic producer Shigge tease upcoming new track “Golden Hour”

Born in Bali, refined across continents, their joint single kicks off a new era of sonic experiments and international synergy

Filipino singer-songwriter Muri and Japanese producer Shigge have officially announced their collaborative new single, “Golden Hour,” via a minimalist teaser posted to Instagram last night, sparking anticipation for their cross-border release.

The soul-infused electronic track was conceived during an intensive songwriting camp at the AXEAN Festival in Bali, Indonesia last year, where Muri and Shigge crossed creative paths. What began as a spontaneous studio session has evolved into months of sonic exchange, with ideas bouncing fluidly between Tokyo, London, and Manila.

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

AXEAN Festival announces first wave of 2025 lineup

DJ Love, One Click Straight, Shye, DOOR PLANT, and more are set to perform at this year’s edition of Southeast Asia’s first intra-regional showcase festival

AXEAN Festival, Southeast Asia’s leading music and creative industry platform, has announced the first wave of its 2025 lineup.

Filipino artists such as Budots pioneer DJ Love and alt-rock outfit One Click Straight lead the first wave of acts performing at the international music festival which is set to take place at Jimbaran Hub in Bali, Indonesia, from September 13 to 14, 2025.

This  year’s edition promises a dynamic and eclectic roster of artists, reflecting an impressive array of genres, cultures, and music styles from across the region.

The first round of confirmed artists also includes Bali-based alternative rock band Jangar, psychedelic rock trio Kelompok Penerbang Roket, indie rock quartet Ministry Of, six-piece band L’alphalpha, and rising producer and singer-songwriter XANDEGA from Indonesia, alongside rising dark pop artist Su San from Malaysia; indie pop/rock singer-songwriter Shye and prolific electronic musician and producer Fauxe from Singapore; and experimental rave n’ roll act S.O.L.E. and four-piece alt rock band DOOR PLANT from Thailand.

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Alex Warren Teams Up With Rosé For New Single

Today, singer-songwriter Alex Warren teams up with global icon ROSÉ to release their highly anticipated collaboration, “On My Mind” - listen here. The song was announced as a surprise track on Warren’s upcoming album You’ll Be Alright, Kid, due out July 18th, pre-order here. Warren started teasing the potential ROSÉ collab on his socials a few weeks ago, and fans have been anxiously awaiting the release ever since. 

“On My Mind” is a swelling love song in Alex Warren’s mastered style of anthemic pop. Produced by Ammo and John Ryan, the record beautifully meshes Warren and ROSÉ’s vocals for a striking listen. The accompanying music video was directed by Colin Tilley - watch here. 

Offshore Music marks a decade of independent spirit with “A Decade of Good Noise”

The Ely Buendia-founded independent label brings together a generation-spanning roster of OPM artists for a milestone celebration on Novembe...