Anyone who frequents the local live bar scene knows that the landscape can feel a bit mechanical lately. We are living in a fast-moving digital rush where a single track blows up on social media on a Monday and disappears from playlists by the end of the month. It is a world built for quick scrolls...
Four decades after forming one of the Philippines ' most enduring rock bands, The Dawn admits it never expected to still be making music in 2026. As the band prepares for its 40th anniversary concert on June 27, members looked back on a journey that survived changing musical eras, lineup...
GMA Network Inc. is making a major play in the music industry, teaming up with Viva Music Group in a 50-50 joint venture that aims to reshape how Original Pilipino Music (OPM) is produced, promoted, and distributed. Through GMV Studios, the partnership will cover a wide range of music-related...
From powerful anthems to emotionally driven performances, P-pop girl group G22 has built a reputation for celebrating strength and individuality. Now, AJ, Alfea, and Jaz are stepping into a more carefree and vibrant chapter with their newest single, “Groove On.” In an interview with Manila...
Every artist dreams of writing a song that connects with people. Not all of them expect to wake up one day and find it being sung back to them across the world. That’s the reality Janine Berdin finds herself in today. As clips of her music circulate across social media, particularly her...
At just 19 years old, emerging singer-songwriter Isha Ponti is stepping into a defining chapter of her musical journey with the release of her newest album, "Likas," a deeply personal collection that transforms life 's most intimate emotions into song. Through 10 original tracks, Isha opens a...
The Japanese are back. But not with armies, flags, or imperial decree. It 's all about music this time. In a country where history remembers occupation as a moment of forceful entry and cultural imprint, a new kind of arrival is taking place in 2026: softer, melodic, and packaged in pop hooks....
Major names in Original Pilipino Music (OPM) are set to compete for top honors at the 17th Star Awards for Music of PMPC Star Awards Inc., scheduled on June 25, 2026, at Teatrino Promenade in Greenhills, San Juan City. This year’s nominees reflect a strong mix of mainstream chart-toppers, veteran...
He thought he was done with music seven years ago. Really done. Miguel Escueta was content building his coffee business, raising his daughter and enjoying life away from the spotlight. Then the itch returned. This time, he 's aiming to make the most of it. His new album, " Stand in the Fire,"...
Established in 1971 by founders Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton in London, Hard Rock Cafe has long been synonymous with bar-restaurants that champion live music. That same spirit continues in the Philippines, where OPM icons such as Arnel Pineda, Kitchie Nadal, and True Faith have all taken the...
Singer-actress Jayda Avanzado is basking in a major career-high moment after receiving unexpected praise from global pop icon Katy Perry for her viral cover of the song “Thinking of You.” What began as a simple online performance quickly turned into an international spotlight moment when Katy...
A fresh force is making its way into the ever-growing P-pop scene, and five young women are determined to prove that differences can create something powerful together. Meet oona. Composed of Isaki, Coleen, Bella, Jaylou, and Kari, a new girl group bringing together different personalities,...
