MUSIC LYF: Lifehouse Live in Manila

Fall in love once again with American rock band, Lifehouse, as they take Manila by storm in an evening of extraordinary musical pleasure this May 26th at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. 

Lifehouse’s leap to mainstream success started with the release of their international hit single “Hanging by a Moment” which became the Most Played Song in 2001. Written by Jason Wade, the song catapulted the band into commercial recognition. This was followed by other chart-topping hits such as “You and Me” and “Blind” from their self-titled album “Lifehouse” as well as “Whatever It Takes” from the album “Who We Are” all under MCA Music. Their latest album, “Smoke & Mirrors”, debuted at #6 on the Billboard 200 marking the highest chart debut of their 10-year career. It sold 500,000 units in the United States and over two million worldwide, owning the charts for twenty consecutive weeks.   

Most of the band’s songs were featured on TV series and motion pictures in the United States. “Everything” was used in the series Smallville, “All in All” in Scrubs while “Good Enough” was played over the end credits of the Disney film “The Wild”. The band’s ability to evoke emotions and effectively translate it into a song was what gained them their massive fan base over the years. Tracks like “Sick Cycle Carousel”, “Everything”, “Breathing”, “First Time”, “You and Me” and more, were played over and over again by loyal listeners worldwide. These songs captured the hearts of millions and left them wanting more. 

Bactidol Idol: The Best Performances from 12-hour Sing-a-thon

We would like to thank all the participants who joined and won in the Bactidol 12- hour Sing-a-thon held at Red Box Rock Dine and Roll in Eastwood City Mall.

If you missed the event, you can still get a chance to win Bactidol Gift packs! Join the Bactidol IDOL promo!

To join:

• Like the Bactidol and Manual to Lyf facebook pages
• On this blog post just leave a comment of your guess who are the winners for each category:
• Best Solo Performance Bactidol IDOL
• Best Group Performance –Bacteria-busting Barkada[r2]
• And thats it, Very easy indeed!

To know more about the participating groups and Bactidol IDOL contestants performances, you can check out my coverage of the Bactidol Sing-a-thon event and/or  the Bactidol facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/Bactidol).  

Julie Anne wishes for happiness, more opportunities as she turns 18

Julie Anne San Jose had just finished her birthday/thanksgiving concert held on May 16 when she sat down for an interview with some members of the entertainment press to share her elation over the success of her first concert.

Julie Anne San Jose had just finished her birthday/thanksgiving concert held on May 16 when she sat down for an interview with some members of the entertainment press to share her elation over the success of her first concert. 

“Grabe, ang saya.  Hindi ko ineexpect na ganito pala karami ‘yung mga tao.  It’s really an overwhelming feeling na nag-enjoy talaga sila,” she shared.

XSTIG: Sony Xperia Sola UNBOXING

After some time, I got my birthday gift that I won at the raffle from the launch of the Sony Mobile NXT series launch. There is actually 4 of us who won the Xperia models P, S, U and Sola. I won the Sony Xperia Sola, and I just recently got this fresh from the box, and since there is not much information about the Xperia Sola, I have also made a exclusive unboxing video about the Xperia Sola. enjoy!

The Power To Do More With Dell Philippines

"Technology has always been about enabling human potential" - Michael Dell

This quote has captured my attention about our current lives today and what we will be heading in the years ahead. Michael Dell is the founder and CEO of the popular computer brand DELL. And aside from making computers, Dell has ventured out into many services and products that still makes them a great innovator and quality provider al over the world.

Child Star-turned-pastor On GMA-7’s Tunay Na Buhay

In life, there is really no telling what the future will bring into the lives of each and every person.

Such is the case for the 26-year-old pastor from a Christian Community in Quezon City. During his early years, he was made famous by the children’s program, “Eh Kasi Bata!’” and a hit TV commercial of the Department of Health.

Preparing for the First Baguio Bloggers' Conference!

I'm excited to go up north later in preparation for the 1st Baguio Bloggers' Conference. I will be one of the speakers talking about BLOG ADVENTURE. Curious what will it be about? Register now and lets meet at University of Baguio Square Hall from 8am to 5pm on May 19, 2012. 

Guest speakers for the event are:

• Janette Toral - Digital Filipino - Making a Difference Through Blogging and Social Media: A Call to Action
• Avelmar Manansala - GenSan News Online Magazine -Blogging Communities: The Soccsksargen Bloggers Story
• Antonio Caranzza Jr.- Pusang Kalye - Do's and Dont's in Event Blogging
• Fitz Villafuerte - Ready to Be Rich - How To Get Traffic To Your Blog
• Azrael Coladilla - Azrael's Merryland - Personal Branding and Social Media Marketing
• Dean Cuanso - Wat Wat World - Monetizing Your Blog
• Florencio Jusay Jr. - Manual To Lyf - Blogging Adventure: How to Make Blog Post Exciting
• Ane Fallarme - Milk Cereals and Chips - Food Blogging
• Joven Chico - Travex Travels - The Travel Blogging Experience

See you all in Baguio tomorrow!

REEL DEAL: Snow White and The Huntsman - Kristen Stewart SPOTLIGHT

Kristen Stewart Twilight’s turning into Snow as White

In Snow White and the Huntsman, a breathtaking new vision of the legendary tale begins. Kristen  Stewart  plays the only person in the land fairer than the evil Queen Ravenna (Charlize Theron).The casting of Ravenna’s nemesis was slightly trickier than finding her pursuer.  The filmmakers were searching for an actress who could capture both sides of the archetypal character: the innocence, naiveté and tenderness that Snow White demonstrates in the first half of our story, and the tough, physical warrior princess that she becomes in the second half.  They discovered a number of younger actresses who could play the first half of the movie brilliantly but had trouble convincing the team that they could carry off the tougher persona.  Likewise, when older actresses auditioned, they could well portray the battle-hardened soldier but were unconvincing as the recessive captive that the film’s early scenes demanded.  

Jean Garcia considers hosting ‘Personalan’ one of her favorite jobs

During a press visit to the set of GMA News TV’s public affairs program Personalan, host Jean Garcia told the members of the press that hosting the said advocacy program is one of her favorites.

“I look forward to it every week. Bagama’t once a week ko lang siya ginagawa, excited ako palagi,” the actress said.

Since the resignation of Ali Sotto as the program’s host last March, Jean has been hosting Personalan alternatively with singer-actress Jolina Magdangal-Escueta.

Sotto resigned from the show so she could spend more time with her diplomat husband and son who are based abroad.

Jean did not hesitate to accept the post vacated by Sotto when it was offered to her.

“Hindi ko tinanggap ang show na ito because of the ‘money;’ tinanggap ko ‘to because I wanted to do something really different, and gusto ko ‘yung konsepto ng show na nakakatulong sa ibang tao at naayos yung mga problema nila,” said Jean.

Search for the Best "Pride Rice" With Clara Ole Sinangag Fest

Rice has been the staple food of the Filipinos, and though we are used to have it plain, we love to do experimenting with it using different flavors and textures. And thus, SINANGAG or fried rice is formed. This is what the Clara Ole brand wants to highlight as something Filipinos can also be proud of as we are a food loving nation.

Clara Ole recently had the launch of its SINANGAG FEST which is a nationwide search for the best sinangag recipie in the land. This is also with the flavorful taste of Clara Ole's Ora Mix Mo Rice Mix that comes in many flavors like Tocino, Beef Steak, Adobo, Japanese Rice and many other flavors!