QUICK BLOGS: Atty. Gozon Statement on GMA Bid

Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, Chairman and CEO, GMA Network, Inc. recently released a statemt   about the news of Manny Pangilinan (Smart, Cignal, TV5) interest in getting a share of GMA Network

"We are flattered by the expression of continued interest on the part of MVP. However, there has been no price offered that could form the basis of discussion between the parties." he stated.

Talks between the two parties is a hot topic today for businesses and even in entertainment. When within recent times MVP has been acquiring (big) companies recently and this is one of the biggest so far. Will keep you posted if there are news about this one.

MUSIC LYF: Hijo Defines Slow Rock

Life is about moving on. And that was what Nathan Azarcon, Ira Cruz and Vic Mercado did when their former band Bamboo ceased being a group. With their passion for music, they decided to form their own group in late January 2011—a band they would eventually call Hijo.

“The name Hijo was suggested by Vic,” Nathan said. “It is short for HIJO dePuga" 

Nathan, aside from playing bass now mans the vocals with Ira and Vic still doing the same thing they are good at- guitars and drums respectively. But adding to the band’s members are Radioactive Sago Project’s Junji Lerma on guitars and Wowee Posadas (who replaced Jay Orduna) on keyboards.

MUSIC LYF; Smash Project 2012

Dayly Entertainment and Dickies Philippines give you five hours of auditory pleasure as American music heavyweights grace the stage of Smart Araneta Coliseum for one night of rock-infused music fest. Smash Project will definitely be a concert like no other, as American bands Dashboard Confessional, The Cab, Cobra Starship and The Used each performs a full set concert on March 8, 2012. 

Smash Project 2012 will feature pop punk band from Utah, The Used. Founded in 2001, this four-piece actrose to fame after the release of their self-titled album in June 2002with such talent that earns them a following globally. Their musical style is composed of raunchy rhythm and powerful riffs made impressive by a solid vocal delivery by Bert McCracken.The Used current band members are Bert McCracken (vocals), Quinn Allman (guitar, backing vocals), Jeph Howard (bass) and Dan Whiteside (drums).

Boasting a hard-rocking concert line-up is the American alternative rock band Dashboard Confessional. Marking their second visit to the country, Dashboard Confessional’s Chris Carraba has melted the hearts of every Filipino with hits like “Belle of the Boulevard”, “Stolen” and many more. Dashboard Confessional has been called often as the “grandfather of emo-pop” and has been a staple in most music playlist. 

EVENTOLOGY: Makati Celebrates CARACOL FESTIVAL 2012

Makati Revels in Color at Caracol Festival 2012

On 26 February, Makati turns Ayala Avenue into a boulevard of festive colors of flora and fauna showcasing the dazzling vibe of the city with the celebration of Caracol Festival 2012.

Caracol is the official festival of the city organized by the Makati Local Government through its Museum and Cultural Affairs office to raise awareness on the importance of preserving our natural resources. As a testament of being the country’s leading city, Makati continuously engages the community to take part in caring for Mother Earth through this vibrant celebration inspired by the world-famous Mardi Gras.

Archdiocese of Manila New Website Design

I just found out that the Roman Archdiocese of Manila has a new website design. As a frequent visitor for the news in the archdiocese and also a website design critique, I find the old site not that user friendly with options hard to find unless you are a returning visitor.


With the new design, which I assume uses wordpress indeed has stepped out of the shadows into a more recent and youthful look. This  move is also a great initiative as a sign using the website in reaching to more internet users which is growing exponentially here in the Metro.


I do hope that there will be more content and user interaction for the website that will help in engaging viewers and also create interactions and subscribers. And most especially this is help in evangelizing and touching the lives of people in this digital age.


Check out www.rcam.org now! 

MUSIC LYF: Yonel's Top 30 (Feb 29)

 It's another week of Yonel's Top 30 Hits and this week Katy Perry takes the top spot with "Part of Me" also from her Teenage Dream Album. Keep yourself updated with the Pop Hits of 2012 only here at Music Lyf Yonel's Top 30 Hits! Read the rest of the countdown after the jump!

MUSIC LYF: Glee Are The Top 10 Selling Digital Artists in the US

The music from Fox’s smash hit Glee has reached another amazing milestone this week as they are #8 in the top 10 selling digital US artists of all time, according to SoundScan.  With over 32 million Glee songs digitally downloaded in the US, they are in the company of pop icons Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry and Black Eyed Peas.

Most recently the Glee cast’s versions of Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You” (45,292 tracks sold to date), Michael Jackson’s “Bad” (48,766 tracks sold to date)  and “Smooth Criminal” (161,495 tracks sold to date) have been added to Glee’s ground breaking record for most charted songs by a single act in the Billboard Hot 100 chart history.  These standout tracks bring the Glee cast’s grand total of Hot 100 entries to 193, surpassing Elvis Presley, The Beatles and James Brown.  

ART IS A BANG: Ballet Philippines Holds Search For The Next Rama and Sita on March 22


Ballet Philippines’ (BP) hit pop opera ballet, Rama Hari, slated for November 30, 2012 at the CCP Main Theater, will rock the world of musical theater aficionados once again, as the country’s premiere dance company begins the search for the next Rama and Sita.

Rama Hari, a dance-musical based on the Indian epic, The Ramayana, was created by BP’s founding Artistic Director Alice Reyes, featuring the music of Maestro Ryan Cayabyab with libretto by National Artist for Literature Bienvenido Lumbera and costume design by National Artist for Theater Design Salvador Bernal. Premiered in 1980, the extravagant and luxurious production boasted the decade’s top singers including Basil Valdez as Rama, Kuh Ledesma as Sita, Leo Valdez as the villain Ravana, Gigi Escalante and others.

MUSIC LYF: Kelly Clarkson - Stronger

KELLY CLARKSON’S “STRONGER (WHAT DOESN’T KILL YOU)” RETURNS TO #1 ON BILLBOARD’S HOT 100 CHART

Global superstar Kelly Clarkson’s current single, “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” returns to #1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 Chart for a third week.  The single was previously #1 on the Hot 100 for two consecutive weeks in February.  This is Kelly’s 3rd Billboard Hot 100 #1 after 2002’s “A Moment Like This” and 2009’s “My Life Would Suck Without You.”  

Kelly is currently on her 2012 Stronger World Tour and receiving rave reviews.  After her sold out Radio City show, The New York Times stated, “..the idea delivered by the show was that Ms. Clarkson was a star,” while Spin claimed, “Vocally, Clarkson was impeccable, nailing every big note and wistful whisper as she worked her way back and forth across the broad Radio City stage.”  The Hollywood Reporter said,“Clarkson's personable nature and powerhouse vocals prove that she is growing stronger with each album and tour.” 

Kelly will also be appearing on NBC’s The Voice, this March as a mentor alongside country star Miranda Lambert for Team Blake.  Last month, Kelly released Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You) [The Remixes], an EP consisting of 8 different remixes of “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)”.  The EP is available for sale at iTunes now.  

MUSIC LYF: UPCC concerts on March 3 & March 31 begin 50th anniversary

CALLING ALL UP MIXED CHORUS & UPCC ALUMNI UP CONCERT CHORUS TURNS 50. 

UPCC members and alumni strike a signature group pose at the February 17 general assembly at the UP Bahay ng Alumni in UP Diliman, Quezon City. Two concerts this March herald the celebration and kick off the 20th International Tour of the University of the Philippines Concert Chorus. 

The University of the Philippines Concert Chorus (UPCC) celebrates its 50th anniversary titled “SingKwenta SingKwela” this year with a series of a year and a half activities highlighted by a six-month international tour this March to key cities in the United States and Europe. UPCC alumna Nanette Inventor is special guest. 

Alumni can receive invitations and updates and get involved in anniversary activities by emailing UPCC50@gmail.com or visiting Facebook page UP Concert Chorus Members and Alumni.