For generations of Filipinos, “Babalik Ka Rin” has been more than a Gary Valenciano hit. The song has become closely associated with the lives of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families, capturing the longing, sacrifice and hope that come with leaving home to build a better life....
The future of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) took center stage as the Filipino Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (FILSCAP) celebrated Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino with its biggest Songwriters ' Night Select yet. Held on July 31 at the Music Museum, the annual concert attracted more...
More than five decades after Hotdog helped define the Manila Sound and reshape Original Pilipino Music, the band 's songs continue to strike a chord with audiences old and new. That enduring appeal will be on full display on Aug. 8 when "Manila, Manila: The HOTDOG Tribute Concert" takes over...
The annual Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino (LMP) is underway this July with a series of concerts, industry forums, and community events across the country. Now in its 12th year since being institutionalized through Proclamation No. 933 signed by the late President Benigno S. Aquino III in 2014, LMP...
Five years is a milestone for any band. It 's long enough to build a loyal following, develop a distinct sound, and survive the growing pains that come with making music together. For indie rock outfit HEY JUNE!, however, the occasion is less about looking back and more about what comes next....
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...
