LISTED media company ABS-CBN Corp. said it hopes to expand its audience reach in Malaysia through a partnership with a local digital radio platform. The media company announced the launch of MYX Radio, MORe, and TeleRadyo on Malaysia’s digital radio platform, SYOK of Astro Radio. The goal is to expand ABS-CBN’s reach “across borders and […]
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At CES 2023, Sony’s Gran Turismo flags new entertainment strategy
WHEN Sony Corp. Group teases Gran Turismo, its long-awaited adrenaline-fueled film adaptation of Sony PlayStation’s hit car-racing franchise at the CES 2023 technology trade show this week, it will really be showing off its new identity as a content-driven company. The movie reflects the transformation of the maker of the Walkman and Bravia TVs from […]
A pop-driven message on ‘coming home’
MG Philippines releases new music video for original song More than simply meaning returning to one’s abode after a long day outside, “coming home,” for many, has meant recalling one’s roots amid the progress in one’s course and even obtaining a sense of fulfillment in one’s personal journey. Such ideas are what car company MG […]
Underground music in Cebu: This is not a phase, mom
For the nocturnal crowd, Cebu’s night life has always been high-spirited and vibrant, but if you happen to hear powerful drumming, throaty vocals, gritty guitar riffs and emo lyrics, that’s probably the scene of the young having the best nights of their lives. Meet Plug and Play Studio, a local indoor rock organizing team, that […]
Wavy Baby: The ‘Coachella’ of Southeast Asia is coming to Cebu
Set to be an electrifying year-starter, the music festival Wavy Baby promises to set a Coachella-like vibe with exciting performances from both foreign and local acts that are sure to pump up music-loving Cebuanos. The brainchild of Careless Music, a music label and entertainment company founded by singer-actor James Reid, the two-day music fest will […]
Justin Bieber nears $200-million deal to sell music rights
POP star Justin Bieber is nearing a deal worth about $200 million to sell his music rights to Blackstone Inc.-backed Hipgnosis Songs Capital, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. The potential deal includes the Canadian artist’s interest in both his publishing and recorded music catalog, according to the […]
Electronic, indie music duo gives Cebu crowd ‘best of both worlds’
“People from the rock and roll world have felt for years that electronic music had no soul, but now electronic music can not only have soul but have all the shapes in the world” so said Icelandic artist Bjork. Electronic music is usually a staple in clubs and dance floors, among the rhythm of writhing […]
The sci-fi dystopian jukebox musical inspired by Queen’s music premieres in Manila
A NEW and re-imagined production of playwright, lyricist, and comedian Ben Elton’s 2002 Queen musical opens as the first international production at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Circuit Makati. A jukebox musical based on the songs of British rock band Queen, We Will Rock You follows two rebels, Galileo Figaro and Scaramouche, as they […]
MU:CON 2022 Opens Successfully with Showcase Videos to be Released
Seuol, Korea, October 24, 2022 – (SEAPRWire) – The 2022 Seoul International Music Fair opened offline for the first time in three years on Nodeul Island from October 19 to 21, and was successfully completed. This year is the 11th MU:CON, and it is Korea’s largest global music market hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and […]
Entertainment News (10/14/22)
1 of 3 Star-studded movies air on G! Flicks GMA NETWORK’s second free-to-air channel, GTV, airs a slate of box-office films from comedy, drama, romance, horror, and fantasy on weeknights via G! Flicks. This week, viewers get to watch Liam Neeson’s Clash of the Titans on Oct. 14 and Marisol Ramirez’s The Curse of La […]
Argao parish’s music ministry holds free concert
A FREE concert in honor of southern Cebu town Argao’s patron St. Michael the Archangel was held on Saturday night, Sept. 24, 2022 The event was part of the 243rd town fiesta that was celebrated last Sept. 28, and it was organized by the Music Ministry, which is under the Commission on Worship of the […]
Audiolox Announces Early-Stage Fundraising Pledge by Investors Surpassed Its Seed Round Target by 20%
NEW YORK, NY,October 06, 2022- (SEAPRWire) – Audiolox, a blockchain-powered and secure music platform, announced that the early-stage pledges from investors were 20% higher than its seed round target. The Dubai-based company was launched on October 5, 2022, and is already attracting investors’ confidence. The event, held at the Dubai SLS hotel’s convention hall, was […]
Bioplastic records could help decarbonize music business, says developer
LONDON — A sugar-based alternative to vinyl could help to decarbonize the music industry, according to its developer. UK-based Evolution Music says its bioplastic can be used to create records and is aimed at making it easy for labels and artists to stop using plastic without altering record pressing plants’ existing machinery or production processes. […]
Vispopx Celebrating 10 years of Visayan music
Cebu’s finest ignited The Terraces in Ayala Center Cebu with the Vispop X Finals Night held on Aug. 27. The event showcased heartfelt musical performances in celebration of 10 years of the Visayan pop (Vispop) songwriting campaign.Vispop is not just a songwriting competition—it is a loud movement which aims to showcase the distinct talents of […]
Taylor Swift wins top MTV video award, announces new album
LOS ANGELES — Taylor Swift won the top honor at MTV’s annual Video Music Awards on Sunday for a 10-minute version of her 2012 breakup song “All Too Well” and made a surprise announcement of a new album coming in October. The singer thanked fans from the stage at the Prudential Center in New Jersey […]
FMC 2022 Instrumental Music Competition Registration Now Open
LONDON, Aug 26, 2022 – (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) – Every year, the FMC-Film Music Contest, the biggest international music competition and awards of its kind in Europe expanding to Asia intended for composers of original music for Film, TV, Ads, Videogames., provides a competitive platform for original musical compositions and pieces from around the […]
FMC 2022 “Video Game Scoring Competition” offers an exclusive opportunity for composers from around the world
London, UK, Aug 25, 2022 – (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) – Every year, FMC-Film Music Contest – the unique international music competition and awards – provides a competitive platform for composers, musicians, producers, and sound designers of original scores for film, television, commercials and video games. FMC includes the “FMC Video Game Scoring Competition”, a […]
Entertainment News (07/15/22)
1 of 7 Sony Music PH x Electric Studio SINGAPOREAN musician and singer-songwriter Sezairi Ace Banzuelo Liezel and Gloc-9 TV5 launches new Station ID THIS month, TV5 has launched its newest Station ID which focuses on the network’s message of inclusivity, content variety, and Filipino values. With the new campaign tagline of “Iba’ng Saya Pag […]
Arts & Culture (07/08/22)
1 of 3 Ace Banzuelo’s “Muli” KENNETH COBONPUE Music video features ABS-CBN stars ABS-CBN stars Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin appear in the music video of Ace Banzuelo’s chart-topping electronic ballad “Muli,” which has been the most streamed OPM song on Spotify and Apple Music for more than a month now. It continues to make […]
Arts & Culture (07/06/22)
1 of 3 ‘Nordic Sky Worlds’ exhibit by Jomike Tejido Narrative design studio participates in ToyCon ISTORYA, a narrative design studio founded by artists Rodel Tapaya and Marina Cruz, creates toys and toys and print-based products on the history and culture of the Philippines. “Our vision is to break new ground and transform learning in […]