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  Filipino newcomer Kenan marks his debut as a recording artist with the release of “ Sabi Mo ” under Sony Music Entertainment . Best known today as a professional volleyball trainer and coach at the National University (NU), Kenan’s deep love for music eventually opened the door to a career he once thought was out of reach. His first official single, “Sabi Mo,” captures the struggles of moving on after promises of forever are broken. Drawing from his own past experiences with heartbreak, Kenan poured his emotion into the track. He reveals. “I was lost in the moment because it brought back memories, both good and bad. That experience gave me the courage to deliver the song with honesty and vulnerability, while still making it my own.” Produced by Rye Sarmiento (6cyclemind), the song transforms frustration into catharsis, delivering a powerful sing-along that feels like both a nostalgic and refreshing material. Originally written as an acoustic piece, “Sabi Mo” grew into something ...

  The Elysian Field , a NETPAC Award-winning film by Indian filmmaker Pradip Kurbah, makes its Philippine debut at the 21st edition of the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival this October 3, 2025, at the Red Carpet Cinemas of Shangri-La Plaza.  The film follows the six remaining residents of a secluded Meghalaya village as they cope with grief and loneliness in the face of urban migration.  Set against the tranquil landscapes of futuristic 2047 in the East Khasi hills, The Elysian Field is a slice-of-life film following the journey of Livingstone and his fellow villagers as they bond over their shared experiences of love and longing, finding solace in each other’s company. Weaving together multiple stories in a grand tapestry of human experience, the film narrates how Livingstone and the villagers stand as beacons of resilience, offering hope against a backdrop of loss and solitude.  Carrying the memory of his late wife Belinda, Livingstone boards a vinta...

  s the country’s leading platform for independent film, the Cinemalaya continues to champion the work of Filipino filmmakers with a series of book launches slated on October 8, 9, and 11, at the Red Carpet Cinema 2 at Shangri-La Plaza. For its 21st edition, Cinemalaya highlights the intersection of cinema, literature, and Filipino identity through the launch of Manong: The Life and Works of Gerardo de Leon by Dr. Nicanor G. Tiongson; Agaw-Tingin (Stolen Glances) and Pinilakang Tabing (Silver Screen) by National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Ricky Lee; and Letters from the Future, 35 Years of the Gawad CCP para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video, published by CCP through its Film, Broadcast, and New Media Division.  Cinemalaya’s commitment to discover and hone new voices in Philippine cinema rises to feature publications that reflect rich human narratives, film scholarship, and cultural conversation. The book launches will serve as spaces for aspiring and renowned filmm...

Chart-topping J-pop superstar KENSHI YONEZU teams up with global icon HIKARU UTADA for a new collaborative track “ JANE DOE ,” the ending theme to the hugely anticipated  CHAINSAW MAN – THE MOVIE: REZE ARC . “ JANE DOE ” marks the first collaboration between the two iconic Japanese artists and was written and composed by Yonezu with Utada joining in on vocals. “JANE DOE” COVER ART Also making its debut today is the track’s official music video directed by Tomokazu Yamada and featuring both artists. Today’s news follows a massive couple of weeks for Yonezu, who recently released the theme to the CHAINSAW MAN – THE MOVIE: REZE ARC “ IRIS OUT ,” debuted on Spotify's Top Songs Debut Global Chart at #2, and made history as his CHAINSAW MAN TV anime series theme “KICK BACK” became the first-ever Japanese language song to reach RIAA-Platinum certification.   The “ JANE DOE ” music video features the two artists, dressed entirely in black, sitting apart on benches on a train ...

Thailand’s leading alternative pop-rock band Tilly Birds continue their journey into English-language music with their brand-new single “Heaven”, following the heartfelt release of "Never A Waste Of Time". This time, Tilly Birds' team up with none other than Ben&Ben, the Philippines’ biggest folk-pop band, whose music has surpassed 2 billion Spotify streams and earned numerous awards across Asia. The collaboration brings together the fresh, playful pop sound of Tilly Birds with Ben&Ben’s signature heartfelt melodies—creating a track that is as vibrant as it is memorable. The story behind “Heaven” began with a backstage friendship when both bands shared the same lineup at a concert in Malaysia. Inspired by that connection, the three members of Tilly Birds later flew to Manila to co-write the song with Ben&Ben. Recording sessions spanned across borders, with files exchanged between Bangkok and Manila, until the track was fully brought to life. The collaboration ...

  A grassroots, zero-waste festival of counterculture, creativity, and connection. Hippie Fest Philippines , the country’s most heartfelt grassroots celebration of counterculture and conscious community, returns for its 4th year this October 31 to November 3, 2025 at the sacred forest sanctuary of Tahana Hiraya , San Luis, Batangas. Rooted in the values of peace, love, and sustainability, Hippie Fest continues to honor authenticity, creativity, and communal connection through art, music, healing, and grounded rituals. Each year, attendees gather to walk barefoot, sleep in tents or hammocks, live simply, and reconnect with themselves, others, and nature. In their 4th year, they intend to  celebrate with deeper purpose and stronger connection. We open our circle once more with the theme: PAG-IBIG: Love for Arts, Nature, and Community In the counterculture movement of the ‘60s, there is a saying: "love like a hippie." It means to love freely, without borders, without expectation...