British singer-songwriter James Arthur makes a stunning return with new single “A Year Ago”

Photo Credit: Edward Cooke

British singer-songwriter James Arthur makes a most welcome return with his stunning new song “A Year Ago.”

The track sees James reunited with songwriter Steve Solomon, whom he co-wrote 2016’s most streamed song and recently RIAA Diamond-Certified single, the classic, “Say You Won't Let Go.”

Led by acoustic guitar, bolstered by swelling synths and crashing drums, the intimate yet widescreen slow-builder about missing an ex boasts a spellbinding vocal that nails the intensity James was after. Its blueprint was less a specific sound than an emotion. It was written in a single week at Steve’s LA studio.

Puregold Channel's "Ang Lalaki sa Likod ng Profile" Looks Like A Promising Series Franchise

The cast and crew of "Ang Lalaki sa Likod ng Profile"
were front and center at a press conference
 at the Tindahan ni Aling Puring Convention.

In the middle of the Aling Puring Sari-sari Store Negosyo Convention, Puregold Channel makes a statement with a press conference for “Ang Lalaki sa Likod ng Profile,” which stars Wilbert Ross and Yuki Takahashi. The online series can be watched at Puregold Channel's Youtube account. The channel has produced several online series such as "Ang Babae sa Likod ng Facemask," "GV Boys," and "52 Weeks." which also made rounds in social media.

As one of the proud productions made by Puregold, it is apt that it would also be presented at convention which also makes a statement that along with being a supermarket brand, they are now also venturing into producing online series and content.

No. 1 OLED laptop brand, ASUS, announces three #IncrediblySlim Zenbook laptops, combines productivity and sustainability

ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED forefronts the 2023 Zenbook series, adhering to ASUS’ commitment to creating products that minimize environmental impact 

ASUS introduced three new ultra-thin and light Zenbook laptops, Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304), Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404), and Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404), during the Zenbook OLED Series: Incredibly Slim and More event on May 18, 2023. 

This new Zenbook lineup is redefining the meaning of ultraportable, a new chapter in Zenbook’s heritage that boasts ultra-thin and light features, powerful and uncompromised performance with the industry-leading 13th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor with Intel® Evo™ verification, vibrant ASUS Lumina OLED display, durable Military Grade Standard,  and a leap to the next generation of eco-friendly and sustainable technological advancements. 

“The new 2023 Zenbook series offers incredible and uncompromised performance designed to empower every Filipino individual to help them achieve their goals. We are confident that the 2023 Zenbook series can provide more with less harm to our environment, adhering to the Zenbook heritage and taking ASUS to a brand new milestone, says ASUS Philippines Country Manager George Su”. 

KLASICAL Set on June 10

Ephesus Teatron Group Inc., after an absence of more than three years, is proud to present its first major live musical concert “Klasical”, which will be performed on the 10th of June (Saturday), 2023, at the OnStage Theatre, Greenbelt 1, Makati at 7:30 pm. 

KLASICAL is a musical of Philippine history featuring “Tribu” and is produced to celebrate the 125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence.

Featured artists are Sweet Samaniego (also the director of show), Marga Roco, Terence Guillermo, Onyl Torres and Nazer Salcedo. 

Special guests are Pinky Marquez, Miguel Braganza and Gala Dance Company. 

KLASICAL is a repertoire of traditional classical Filipino music with improvements on instruments, symphony, melody, harmony, orchestra, and vocal that make up a combination of traditional local and Western music. The inspiration of this collection is to preserve national culture in these traditional Filipino songs and to achieve renewed vigor by means of upgrading sound to be appreciated across generations. 

National Artists Ryan Cayabyab & Alice Reyes Holds Aditions For Rama Hari

The creative team behind the Filipino Rock Opera Ballet, RAMA, HARI is searching for new talents to complete the production’s cast of Singers.

A Filipino modern rock opera ballet, RAMA, HARI is an acclaimed collaboration among five National Artists – Alice Reyes for direction and choreography, Ryan Cayabyab for music, Salvador Bernal for production design, Bienvenido Lumbera for the libretto, and English translations by Rolando Tinio. An adaptation of the Sanskrit epic poem Ramayana, this masterpiece features renowned singers in the Filipino music industry and incorporates traditional theatre, song, and dance devices found and shared among Asian nations.  

One week to go until Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” splashes in cinemas on May 24

Advance tickets to the summer movie event of the year is now on sale in cinemas

Witness a wonderful tale retold with Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” the live-action adaptation of an Oscar®-winning animated musical classic. Don’t miss becoming a part of a wonderful world over and under the sea when it opens in Philippine theaters nationwide on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Check all the available showtimes here and book your tickets in advance now!

The film is about the story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. As the youngest and most defiant of King Triton’s daughters, she wants to know more about the world beyond the sea. While visiting the surface, she falls for the dashing Prince Eric—and while mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. This leads to a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience the world on land but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy. 

MusicaFEUropa 14 Choir Competition Set on May 27

All Good Things Do Come to an End: Musica FEUROPA, Far Eastern University’s annual choral competition and festival will have its final run this year.

From just four choirs in  2009 mostly from the City of Manila, the number rose to an all time high of thirty one choirs hailing from all over the Philippines. What used to be a competition for college choirs expanded to two categories: High School and Open including but not limited to university, church, company, government and other ensembles.

Musica FEUROPA became one of the definitive choral competitions in the Philippines. 

Tiffany Liong Gabuya, Station Manager of long-time media partner DZFE wrote: “We are all aware that the classical music tradition… which today is multi-national and multi-generational in its practice and appeal—has European roots.