MUSIC LYF: Richard Poon joins Universal Records

Richard Poon has released multi-platinum albums over the years, making him the country’s premiere Big Band Crooner. This 2013, Richard has decided to make a bold move – to return to pop and join Universal Records, the country’s largest independent record label.

Richard joins Gary Valenciano, Ogie Alcasid, Christian Bautista, Noel Cabangon, Billy Crawford, JayR in the elite roster of Universal Records of prime male singers. 

Shown in the picture are album producer Ito Rapadas, UR General Manager Kathleen Dy-Go, Richard Poon, and Erickson Raymundo, talent manager of Richard. 

Richard’s first album with Universal Records will be out in a few weeks.

FASHIONISTA: A NEW MOOD

BUM gives its Rock-Rebel-Emo image a dose of color just in time for summer

Local clothing brand BUM is pushing the envelope further this summer season.

If dark, somber tones and wild, splashy prints were the main elements in the brand’s previous collections, BUM’s new summer collection called “I Change the Rule,” which is the first of the three My ATEEtude campaigns for 2013, now trains the spotlight on the summer season’s fashion staple: bright, bold colors and solid prints.

Heart Evangelista renews exclusive contract with GMA Network

Award-winning actress Heart Evangelista remains a Kapuso after she renewed her ties with GMA Network. The contract signing was held today at the GMA Network Center and attended by top Kapuso officers.

Present were GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, GMA President and COO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., GMA Films President Annette Gozon-Abrogar, GMA Entertainment TV's OIC Lilybeth G. Rasonable, Vice President for Entertainment TV Marivin T. Arayata, Assistant Vice President for Drama Redgie Acuña Magno, Assistant Vice President for Alternative Productions Gigi Santiago-Lara, Program Manager Hazel F. Abonita, and Cecile Ongpauco (Heart's mom and manager).

During the contract signing, Heart reveals that she is very happy with the way GMA is handling her career all these years, "It's a blessing to be here. Hindi ka nawawalan ng trabaho. They appreciate your hard work. I can say that I'm content with what I have here."

MUSIC LYF: Tippy Dos Santos scores nomination from Star Awards for I DoBidooBidoo

Unitel took a big risk when they chose young theater and TV actress Tippy Dos Santos to play the young romantic lead in the musical movie I DoBidooBidoo, alongside Sam Concepcion. The movie is the film debut of Tippy.

The risk paid off big time and now Tippy is nominated as Best New Female Actress by the Star Awards for Movies for her outstanding portrayal in the movie.

"To be casted in Idobidoobidoo alone was already such a big blessing, I got to work with such a brilliant and very nice director, direk Chris Martinez, and I was able to work with the most talented people in the industry, My Dad Tito Gary, Mommy Zsazsa, Tita Uge, Tito Ogie and others, but to also be nominated for an award, is just an even bigger gift,” says Tippy. “I am not expecting anything, but to be nominated is already a prize for me. Idobidoobidoo is nominated for more than 10 awards, so I am really thankful that I was chosen to be part of that landmark film.”

New York Festivals Nominee "Oras Na" documentary out now on DVD!

Internationally-acclaimed Oras Na, GMA News and Public Affairs' thought-provoking documentary on the deteriorating state of the environment, is now out on DVD.

After receiving the Martine Filippi Award for Discovery in the prestigious International Union Radiophonique et Télévisuelle Internationale (URTI) Grand Prix for Author's Documentary in 2012, Oras Na once again receives commendation after being nominated in this year's New York Festivals for the Environment and Ecology category.

Hosted by actor and environmental advocate Richard Gutierrez, the ambitious project which took months to complete uniquely presented the threatening repercussions brought about by human activities that harm the environment.

REEL DEAL: Must Be Love BlogCon

The newest teen loveteam of the new generation, Katryn Beranrdo and Daniel Padilla or more known to be KATNIEL will now have their  biggest movie break with "Must Be... Love" by Star Cinema. This would be the movie which they will star as the lead characters, they were also part of "24/7 In Love" which was shown last year where they were part of one episode. Now its their time to have the whole movie for themselves which spells good news for fans of the very well received love team of ABS CBN.

Even after their phenomenal teleserye "Princess and I" which skyrocketed the career of the two, especially to the newcomer Daniel Padilla, their presence has become more significant and adored by many kapamilya fans here and abroad. Mall shows with the two are a sure jampacked crowd and also hot and trending topics on the internet. The BlogCon held yesterday trended on twitter and is on a countdown until the opening date. Indeed this loveteam deserve to have their own movie which is light yet will be loved because of the onscreen chemistry of the two. 

FASHIONISTA:Dockers Spring/Summer 2013 Collection

Men's fashion might not be as sophisticated as women's wear but  it goes well with the activities men would do for the day. Dockers, one of the most leading brands in men's wear recently launches their new collection for Spring/Summer 2013. And they focused on the four activities that reflects a man's lifestyle.

From Date nights, to Casuals, to Work week and Outdoors, Dockers makes sure that everyday is covered with the stylish yet very functional clothing made with quality and comfort.