MUSIC LYF: Sabrina - Acoustic Love Notes

SABRINA RELEASES “ACOUSTIC LOVE NOTES”

Asia’s Acoustic Sweetheart Sabrina joins forces with famous radio/ TV personality Joe D’Mango for an album that will touch the hearts of many—“Acoustic Love Notes”. Inspired by his popular and long-time show “Love Notes”, Sabrina interprets classic love songs acoustic style coupled with Joe D’Mango’s love messages.

The song line-up includes the carrier single “Somewhere Down The Road” originally by Barry Manilow, Brian McKnight’s “One Last Cry”, “Cry” by Mandy Moore, Christian Bautista’s “The Way You Look At Me”, “Can You Help Me” by Usher, Mikaila’s “The Art of Letting Go”, “I Don’t Want You To Go” by Lani Hall, Brandy’s “Have You Ever”, “Someone Like You” by Adele, Tamia’s “Officially Missing You”, “If Love Is Blind” by Tiffany, Jann Arden’s “Insensitive” and “Without Me” by Clair Marlo.

HEALTHY LYF: Georgina Wilson for Garnier Philippines

Skin care is everybody's concern. And with city life getting more stressful by the minute, our skin becomes more prone to signs of aging, acne, and blemishes. With ordinary soaps and facial wash may not be enough to get rid of these stubborn impurities that are hiding in our skin, thus we look more stressed, old and most especially, unhappy with ourselves.

We might also tried many remedies that may seem practical but when not formulated properly may lead to worsening the situation. But it time to take it to a better solution.

Party Pilipinas presents “BELIEVE” this Sunday

Faith and conviction in one’s talent and dream, that is the loud battle cry of the country’s number one concert party on television with Party Pilipinas “Believe.” 

This Sunday, Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid returns to Party Pilipinas’ performance stage.

In celebration of Father’s Day, “PP All Stars” honors them with performances by Ogie Alcasid, Regine, Janno Gibbs, Kyla, Jolina Magdangal, Rachelle Ann Go, Mark Bautista, Solenn Heussaff, and Jennylyn Mercado.

Father’s day celebration continues with a special number with the cast of “My Daddy Dearest” featuring Ogie, this time with Jolina Magdangal, Milkah Wynne Nacion, and Kyle Ocampo.

MUSIC LYF: Alanis Morissette - Guardian (Single)

ALANIS MORISSETTE TO RELEASE NEW STUDIO ALBUM HAVOC AND BRIGHT LIGHTS ON AUGUST 2012

First Single “Guardian” Available on www.mymusicstore.com.ph

Multi-platinum, Grammy winning artist Alanis Morissette will be releasing her highly anticipated seventh studio album, HAVOC AND BRIGHT LIGHTS, on August 2012, via Ivory Music & Video, the exclusive licensee of Sony Music in the Philippines. Produced by Guy Sigsworth (Björk, Madonna, Seal) and Joe Chiccarelli (Tori Amos, Elton John, My Morning Jacket, U2) and recorded in Los Angeles, the album marks the songstress’ first release in four years.  Fans will be able to purchase the album’s first single, “Guardian,” on www.mymusicstore.com.ph

REEL DEAL: Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter - Seth Grahame-Smith SPOTLIGHT

MASHUP AUTHOR SETH GRAHAME-SMITH’S “ABRAHAM LINCOLN: VAMPIRE HUNTER”

The untold story that shaped America’s nation based on Seth Grahame-Smith’s “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” literary fusion of history and fiction will soon be seen onscreen come July 4 in 3D and 2D cinemas nationwide.

A non-stop mad search for both the hunted and the hunter, “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” stars Benjamin Walker who plays the titular role of Abe Lincoln resurrected onscreen as a vampire hunting politico who later became one of the world’s most influential president.

Adapted for movie by highly-regarded genre-bending filmmakers Timur Bekmambetov (directing) and Tim  Burton (producing) , the birth of Smith’s pulsating book came about in 2009  Seth Grahame-Smith was on a US book tour to promote a new “mash-up” fiction book, “Pride And Prejudice And Zombies.”  As he travelled the nation's bookstores, from state to state, he noticed two things. In the bicentennial of Lincoln's birth, every store had a promotional table set up with biographies of the iconic president. And at the height of the popularity of TWILIGHT, every store would stock a range of Young Adult vampire fiction right next to it. He remembers thinking, “if you could combine the two, surely you'd be onto a winner.”

MUSIC LYF: Usher - Looking For Myself (Album)

7-TIME GRAMMY AWARD-WINNER USHER TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM LOOKING FOR MYSELF

LEAD SINGLE “CLIMAX” VIDEO VIEWED OVER 1 MILLION TIMES 

WITHIN JUST A FEW DAYS OF PREMIERE

Seven–time Grammy Award winner Usher will release his eagerly anticipated new album LOOKING FOR MYSELF on June 2012, under Ivory Music & Video, the exclusive licensee of Sony Music in the Philippines. His seventh studio album, LOOKING FOR MYSELF will be available in both physical and digital editions.

The genre-defying lead single from LOOKING FOR MYSELF entitled "Climax," was written by Usher Raymond along with co-writers Redd Stylez, Ariel Rechtshaid, and Diplo, who also produced the single. “Climax” is receiving exceptional critical acclaim: Rolling Stone honored it with a 4 star review and calls it “Sexxxxxxy.”Pitchfork declares "Climax" "an exercise in the power of restraint, as Usher sings the woes of a romance stuck in limbo, alternating whispery falsettos and earnestly pained howls….Diplo shows uncharacteristic subtlety behind Usher's sentiment, with a beat that seems to hang suspended in midair.” The Los Angeles Times writes "Climax" "is rooted in pure soul, with Diplo employing sexy synths behind a dripping downbeat. Draw the curtains, light a candle and take a listen." Perez Hilton exclaims “LOVE IT!! This song is a trance-y, smooth HIT!!  USA Today describes “Climax” as “Usher’s pulsing new single showcasing his silky-strong tenor” and Entertainment Weekly highlights Usher’s “steaming-hot falsetto. 

Behind the Scenes of Cooking With The Stars!

There are so many cooking shows today which is a growing trend in Philippine television, we love to cook as much as to eat, and GMA-7 and San Miguel Pure Foods Company Inc. (SMPFC)have come up with a  new cooking show that will feature the country’s top showbiz and lifestyle personalities. TV host and radio deejay Grace Lee banners Cooking with the Stars.

We went behind the scenes on this new show and how its already cretaing buzz in the morning block. First let get to know the host Grace Lee, who is also a culinary student and also hosted another cooking show called "Eateria".  As a food lover, she goes to many restaurants and does reviews and shares recipies on her website. She gave us places she recommends for every cuisine. And she does these food trips when she travels abroad. All of these experiences  can be applied for the show.