Hitmaker on a Mission: Mark Feist returns to Manila with collabs, strategic partnerships, and industry-backed initiatives
Mark Feist —renowned for his work with global icons like Destiny’s Child , Jennifer Lopez, Mary J. Blige, Celine Dion , John Legend , The Spice Girls , Outkast , Brian McKnight , Kelly Rowland , Regine Velasquez , and many more—is back in the Philippines to bring with him a wave of exciting musical projects and industry-shaping collaborations. Leading the charge are two new tracks produced by Feist, in collaboration with the Philippines’ R&B King, Jay R . Their first release, “ Tunay ,” which dropped on Friday, July 25, 2025, delivers a refreshing New Jack Swing-inspired beat paired with a slick R&B hook, capturing the effortless cool of a laid-back summer anthem. The second one, still under wraps, is a duet between Jay R and rising pop newcomer Shanice . “Jay R is an artist who truly inspired me,” says the multi-platinum producer. “His talent, his voice, and his work ethic are world-class. Our collaboration on Tunay came from de...