Zack Tabudlo takes charge of his fear and soars in love with latest single, “Nangangamba”

Singer-songwriter and producer Zack Tabudlo finds renewed perspective on time’s delicate role in shaping your own destiny, setting an ultimatum on fear with his newest single, “Nangangamba,” out this Friday, August 7, on digital platforms worldwide.

On his first release under Island Records Philippines, Zack urges listeners to take ownership of their own feelings: that inaction may shield you from pain, yes, but ultimately it’ll get you nowhere. He brings love songs up a notch, infusing pop and R&B elements to his powerful vocals—a testament to his ever-evolving songwriting and production style. But moreover, it signals a shift on his creative choices in keeping his individual artistry as dynamic as his growth in the music industry. “With these new tracks, I'm sure people who have experienced these would relate so much more… [the latest single] is very different, music-wise and in terms of maturity,” he shares.

Juan Karlos inspires hope and strength amid the pandemic with their latest single, “BLESS Ü”

OPM hit-making band Juan Karlos (stylized juan karlos) channels their inner strength with their newest single, “BLESS Ü,” out on all digital and streaming worldwide this July 24, 2020 (Friday) via Island Records Philippines. The pop-R&B track delves into our collective toughness of spirit during these challenging times and hopes to ease some of our worries and fears.

The song’s uplifting message was something juan karlos strives to bring forth to the public whenever we’re faced with adversity, but more so and critically, during a health crisis with seemingly no end in sight right now. “The song, or at least the idea of it, was already made prior to the lockdown. Basically, it was just on standby. But when the pandemic happened, all gigs were cancelled,” frontman JK Labajo shares. “We thought it’d be a good idea to record something different from the music people are already familiar with from us.” While the circumstances then and now are vastly different, their intentions remain the same: finding hope. “Just hold on tight / For in the end of every tunnel / baby there’s light,” he croons.

Ben&Ben to release a song inspired by a fan’s heartbreaking story

Award-winning Filipino band, Ben&Ben will drop their new single, “Lifetime” on June 4 (Thursday) via Sony Music. 

The intricately produced, folk-pop ballad was written as a response to a fan’s YouTube comment on their hit song “Pagtingin,” which to date, has amassed more than a hundred million streams on YouTube and Spotify combined. 

The fan, who goes by the alias of “Anne Jou,” shared her story of regretting not being able to express her feelings because she was afraid to lose the friendship.

The Itchyworms Return with Back to Back singles under Sony Music

 With live shows on a temporary standstill and the global music landscape currently at odds with the challenges that come with the complete shift to the digital realm, more artists are surprisingly making records that represent the specificity of the times. Never mind the logistical restrictions on the music-making process: What’s important is that they’re channeling their personal experiences during forced and self-imposed quarantine through songs that function like the pep talk the world needs right now—most of the time, comforting and hopeful, but sometimes a complete validation of our collective rage, loneliness, and frustration inside.  

Now returning with two new singles that capture the universal sentiments of grappling with an invisible peril, The Itchyworms drops back to back releases under Sony Music Philippines—their first under a major label since 2008’s Self-Titled.

Universal Records and PolyEast Records Artists Come Together For Frontliners in Tribute Song "Life In Your Hands"

In the tough times we are facing with the COVID-19 pandemic, frontliners are often overlooked "silent heroes" who work tirelessly to keep society functioning despite collective struggles. 

With this comes "Life In Your Hands," a tribute song featuring Artists for Silent Heroes, that recognize and highlight the important role our 'silent heroes' play in our every day lives. 

Ultra Combo, 6Cyclemind and other OPM bands come together for Smart Music Live Online Sessions

Since the start of Enhanced Community Quarantine, the public turned to live online concerts for entertainment. OPM bands were amongst the first group of artists to share their music for free and for a cause. This trend continues to bring meaningful connections with our loved ones during these hard times.

On cue, Smart also took this opportunity to go beyond bringing international acts to Manila to delight subscribers’ passion for music. To raise funds for COVID-19 frontliners, Smart Music Live (SML) Online Sessions brings a more relaxed version of the gig scene in a series of online streaming concerts on Facebook.

We Got drops Raymund Marasigan-produced single “Lihim Na Pagtingin”

Listen to the band’s first official release under Sony Music Philippines

Eight-piece reggae collective We Got brings some island-loving vibe in the time of social distancing with its debut single, “Lihim Na Pagtingin.”

Serenading music enthusiasts with a mix of steady, groovy beat and a horn section straight from a summer retreat, the laid-back tune pertains to two individuals who have been friends for the longest time, and are secretly in love with each other. 

Pinoy hip-hop phenom Shanti Dope makes his 2020 comeback with the newest single "Normalan."

Keeping up with the sound of the times while retaining his irresistible flows, Shanti gets back to talking about love in this hot new track, which serves as a spiritual sequel to his hit debut single "Nadarang." The sensual track talks about an experience with girls - keeping it with 'no strings attached' until he finds 'the right one.' 

"Normalan" serves as Shanti's first single after collaborating with OPM icons Gloc-9 and Chito Miranda on the track "Pati Pato." To date, the young phenom has already amassed over 140 million streams from all his tracks on Spotify, along with over 100 million views for his music videos on YouTube. 

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Ben&Ben drops brand new song “Masyado Pang Maaga”

Fresh from reaping prominent spots on international music festivals such as Hong Kong’s Clockenflap and Austin’s SXSW Festival, Ben&Ben is ready to smash their way to global domination with their accessible but compelling brand of folk, world music, alternative, blues, and indie rock. To date, the nine-piece supergroup has accumulated nearly 500 million streams on all online and digital platforms worldwide, making them one of the most streamed Filipino acts of all time. 

Their debut album, Limasawa Street was released a few months ago to positive acclaim, earning astonishing praises from publications such as Business Mirror, which called the latest release “an instant classic” and Status Magazine, which went to greater lengths to rave about the album for being “a musical masterpiece and a visual experience.” As of the moment, the full-length record has produced two well-received singles under its belt: the groovy smash “Pagtingin,” which topped the Spotify and Youtube streaming charts for several months since its debut and the radio hit “Araw-Araw.”

The vowels they orbit releases second single “Kiliti”

After reaching the number one spot in one of the most prominent FM radio charts in the Philippines and peaking at number two on Spotify Philippines Viral 50 with “Selos,” the vowels they orbit returns with a brand new single under Sony Music Philippines. 

An easy listening number that showcases the band’s more relaxed and technically adept side, their second single “Kiliti” is a song about finding the perfect someone in an imperfect situation. It tackles a kind of love that is capable of surmounting the greatest odds under any circumstances. 

PhilPop Bootcamp Preps for Biggest Songwriting Contest in 2020

Mentored by some of the country’s most iconic songwriters and sought after young artists, 26 promising singer-songwriters were able to enhance their musical potential at the latest staging of the PhilPop Bootcamp 2019 that took place from September 24 to 27 at Purok Marcela and Oldwood beach resorts in Lingayen, Pangasinan.

PhilPop Executive Director Dinah Remolacio said that the PhilPop Bootcamp was borne out of the need to give more regional songwriters an opportunity to be part of the country’s premier songwriting competition.

Gracenote Signs With Universal Records And Drops Surprise Single "Baso At Bote"

The four-piece band, composed of Eunice Jorge (Vocalist, Keyboardist, Violinist), Jazz Jorge (Bassist/Back-up Vocals), Tatsi Jamnague (Guitars), and EJ Pichay (Drums), have come full circle with Universal Records, the label being the one who distributed their first album “First Movement” back in 2012.

The contract signing was held at the Universal Records office in Quezon City. Present during the signing was Gracenote, Universal Records General Manager Kathleen Dy-Go, and Gracenote's Business Manager Darwin Hernandez.

Sony Music Philippines reveals its roster of Filipino music artists

The international record label has officially welcomed its newest batch of established and upcoming homegrown music acts as part of the growing family.

Led by award-winning folk-pop act Ben&Ben, whose debut full-length album, Limasawa Street recently garnered universal acclaim and impressive streaming numbers to no surprise, Sony Music PH’s current roster now includes indie pop-rock outfit the vowels they orbit, young hip-hop prodigy Alex Bruce, folk pop sensation syd hartha, and Wanderband runner-up Nathan & Mercury. As a collective, the latest lineup offers a refreshing spin to the dominant sounds of our time while maintaining a distinctly defined music brand that is at par with global standards.  

“Linggo Ng Musikang Pilipino” to mark another exciting milestone in Filipino Music

With more than 70 music showcases spanning bar performances, concerts, railways jams, multimedia guestings, busking sessions, songwriting workshops, theatrical specials, and out-of-town gigs, this year’s edition of Linggo Ng Musikang Pilipino (LMP) is proud to present what may possibly be its biggest and most diverse festival lineup yet.

Presented by Organisasyon ng Pilipinong Mang-aawit (OPM) and National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), the annual music festival aims to promote the awareness and appreciation of all forms of Filipino music through a variety of on-ground and online platforms starting July 20 onwards, happening in different music venues nationwide from Metro Manila to Davao City.

A commitment to promote and develop Filipino music

The Clash' alumna Kyryll launches debut single Silent Rumblings'

The Clash has been a great platform for singing sensations, and Kyryll is one of them. Known to be the Soul Princess, she earned her title because of her sound which is distinctively mellow and soothing. Now after the show she is now finally found her musical home with AltG Records.

Hailing from Iloilo, she is also known as the "Millennial Chick ng lloilo" and made her hometown proud as she became one of the finalists of the singing competition. Being part of AltG Records as their initial talents is both an opportunity for her to shine as an individual singer but also gives her a little pressure to stand out as she also represents the label as their initial roster.

Macoy Fundales Back In OPM With 'Bakit Kita Hahabulin?'

Former Orange and Lemons vocalist Mcoy Fundales treats his fans with a much-awaited comeback single, 'Bakit Kita Hahabulin?' under AltG Records.

The song, described as a "modern kundiman," is composed by Kian Dionisio. According to Mcoy, Kian was able to capture his attention because of the many feelings conveyed by the song's lyrics. 

"Namiss ko rin kumanta. My last album was in 2010 so that's almost nine years na. I'm happy and excited kasi for almost five to six years nagsusulat ako for TV, at ngayon, nagre-record na ako ulit ng mga kanta," says the singer-songwriter.

Imago Returns To Universal Records, Releases New Single "PAG-IBIG NA WALANG BALIK"

Imago Contract Signing (L-R): Mervin Panganiban (Drums), Myrene Academia (Bass), Kiara San Luis (Vocals), Universal Records Managing Director Kathleen Dy-Go, Zach Lucero (Guitar), Timothy Cacho (Guitar), and Business Manager Darwin Hernandez.  

OPM Rock band Imago has returned to Universal Records in their contract signing with the label on June 17, 2019 (Monday).

William Elvin Launches New Album After 6 Years

If you have seen the plays "Mula Sa Buwan" and "Maxie The Musical," you have heard the songs made by William Elvin who made classic and heartfelt songs that save a lot of soul into their stories. A dedicated musician and composer, William Elvin comes up with a new album to be launched this month titled Sacred/Profane/Mundane.

Though he is now living and working in Hong Kong, William comes home to the Philippines to perform for friends, family, and fans. He migrated to Hong Kong in 2013 where he is working for a PR firm and performs with his band in his free time.

Gloc-9 "Tulay" EP Pushes The OPM Scene Further

With years of hardwork and countless of hits under his belt, the name Gloc-9 has become synonymous to Rap Icon in the OPM Industry. This 2019, Gloc-9 returns with "TULAy" a new EP that brings new music from the rapper and pushes the OPM scene even further. 

As its name suggests, Gloc-9 brings two concepts together in "TULAy" — it is a play on the tagalog words "tula" (poem) and "tulay" (bridge), both terms signifying what the rapper wants to embody in this EP. For one, hip-hop is at the forefront as Gloc showcases his skills in writing hard-hitting and socially relevant verses, also experimenting with new styles and flows. But it does not stop there — while the beloved rap icon pushes his music forward, he also uses the EP as a platform to introduce youngblood to the OPM scene. 

The vowels they orbit proves longevity at Spotify Philippines' Viral 50

After less than a month of charting in the upper reaches of the Spotify Philippines' Viral 50, Filipino alt-rock outfit the vowels they orbit has finally reached the second spot of the streaming chart through their latest song "Selos." The irresistible earworm vaults from #4 to #2 this week.

Taken into account its viral appeal, the vowels they orbit's debut single joins the company of Lil Nas and Billy Cyrus' "Old Town Road" and Allmo$t's "Dalagang Pilipina" as one of the most popular songs in the country, as per Spotify Philippines' latest tracking.