MUSIC LYF: Chicosci - This Is Not A Chicosci Record (Album)

THIS IS NOT A CHICOSCI RECORD OUT THIS OCT. 31 AT EASTWOOD CENTRAL PLAZA

Three years since the release of their last studio album and after endless gigging and touring, Chicosci is finally releasing their much-anticipated sixth album, This Is Not A Chicosci Record. The ever-so-dynamic rock group has been in the lab the past year, writing and recording new material with producer Eric Perlas of Tower of Doom Studios, and is set to make waves again with this new album under MCA Music Inc.     

Always evolving with each album, the band has once again pushed themselves creatively with this new outing. Chicosci wants their listeners to be devoid of any preconceived notions of who the band is or how they should sound like.

MUSIC LYF: Yonel's Top 30 - October 13

Bruno Mars is back at No.1 this week with his new single LOCKED OUT OF HEAVEN! . 2nd place goes to  BEGIN AGAIN by Taylor Swift and the third place goes to Rihanna with DIAMONDS . See the rest of the countdown after the jump and also like Yonel's Top 30 hits on Facebook!

Beat Stress, Do The TRABAHUSTLE!

Hypertension, most commonly known as High Blood Pressure, is a chronic medical condition wherein the blood pressure is elevated. Some victims are unaware of its lurking presence in their system as their bodies show no clear symptoms of hypertension. If it remains unknown and untreated, it may damage the arteries or some vital organs. The slow and unnoticeable signs of hypertension make it the “silent but dangerous killer.”

According to the Department of Health, one in every four Filipino adults suffers from hypertension.[1] The most common victims of the disease are those who have heavy salt intake from snacks and processed food. This puts the heart and kidney at risk for diseases, as well as trigger diabetes.

As the number of hypertensive Filipinos rise every day, Novartis Care Philippines is more eager to push their campaign to prevent and control hypertension. In line with this advocacy, Novartis Healthcare Philippines is re-launching Trabahustle (Trabaho + Hustle) Moves Online Video Contest to highlight the importance of regular physical activity in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Kapuso Mini Sine Gustin comes to a conclusion this Monday

Starting Monday, October 15, GMA airs the fourth and final episode of the 2nd Kapuso Mini Sine "Gustin."

Inspired by true events, Gustin tells of two young boys, who unexpectedly dig up a handbag filled with money, while rummaging through old scrap to find things to sell. One of the boys, Gustin (Denzel Guiao), surrenders the handbag to their local Baranggay Captain (Pen Medina), who then gives back the bag to Gustin, and lets him decide on his fate.

Upon overhearing his parents' conversation, Gustin finally decides on what to do with the handbag. Will he find himself taking the honest path once more, or will his family's financial condition keep him from doing so?

Pilita Corales, Ronnie Henares and Rachelle Ann Go join Regine Velasquez this Saturday in "Sarap Diva"

Asia's Songbird and "Sarap Diva" host Ms. Regine Velasquez-Alcasid is celebrating her Silver Anniversary in the industry and joining in her celebration are two industry pillars who made Regine's stardom possible: Asia's Queen of Songs Pilita Corales and Mr. Ronnie Henares.

Pilita was the host of the amateur singing contest, "Bagong Kampeon," where Regine won as the Grand Champion.  The show served as the launch pad for Regine's professional singing career, which later on became her ticket to television and film.

How Do You Want Choco Mucho So Bad?

I know that many of us are chocophiles (loves/addicted to chocolate), and though bizarre, this might be an advantage in how you can show your love for Chocolates, especially those that loves a complete combination of ingredients like CHOCO MUCHO.  Bite into the crunchy goodness of Choco Mucho topped with caramel, rice cripsies, and coated with rich chocolate. Every pack comes with 10% more chocolate pleasure and is available in the following flavors:

Dingdong Dantes' guesting in DZBB and Barangay LS FM

Last Tuesday, October 9, kapuso leading man and lead star of the much talked-about horror film "Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles" dropped by the studios of GMA's flagship radio stations -- DZBB AM and Barangay LS 97.1 FM -- to promote his film. GMA Films is one of the five producers of "Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles." The Erik Matti movie will hit theaters beginning Wednesday, October 17.

MUSIC LYF: Callalily - Flower Power BlogCon and Listening Session

To tell you the truth, years ago, I was not a fan of Callalily, thinking that this would be just another band that gives a generic type of music for a generation, but then I was wrong. Giving myself to listen to the music that they make made me realize that these guys do make good OPM music.

Callalily consists of Kean Cipriano - Vocals,Tatsi Jamnague - Guitars, Aaron Ricafrente - Bass, and Lemuel Belaro - Drums. They were known for the songs Stars, Take My Hand, Magbalik, and  Pasan. Things might have became busy with the band with a lot of exposure to TV and vocalist Kean Cipriano also having acting roles in series and movies. His other bandmates also became busy with their other day jobs. Despite this set up, they still remain intact as a band and now has released a new album  entitled FLOWER POWER. Also this will be their new album as a they are now under Universal Records. 

Kimpoy Feliciano releases debut single Ikaw Lang this Friday‏

Online personality Kimpoy Feliciano acknowledges how his followers on Twitter, Facebook and Tumblr have paved the way for him to be part of groundbreaking projects. His debut single Ikaw Lang is a proof of his gratitude to all the friends, who have supported him all these years.

The single will be available for download this Friday, October 12 at www.mymusicstore.com.ph and Itunes.

Produced by platinum producer Ito Rapadas, Kimpoy’s rendition of Ikaw Lang is a sincere, straightforward take on the Chad Borja hit.

“I am in awe. I can’t believe it,” said Kimpoy when asked how he felt when he heard the single. “Nakakatuwa. Hanggang ngayon, hindi pa rin ako makapaniwala na may single na ako at lalabas na rin ang album.”

REEL DEAL: Tiktik The Aswang Chrnicles SPOTLIGHT

Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles is a horror adventure destined to be the benchmark by which films of its type will be judged   

Filmmaking is about taking risks, says Erik Matti, writer and director of the biggest horror adventure of 2012, Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles. What else would you call the movie’s astronomical budget, the decision to shoot it entirely on green screen and have a bad boy character as the film’s main protagonist?

The concept immediately appealed to lead actor Dingdong Dantes who is playing against type in this project. “Collaborating with Erik Matti and executive producer Dondon Monteverde allowed me to break out of the stereotype of my roles on TV and in the movies.”