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 Acclaimed Filipina artist Nicole Laurel Asensio returns to the Philippines after her successful run of shows abroad, diving straight into the heart of her craft with her latest single “LET OUR LOVE,” released under Warner Music Philippines. Reuniting with long-time collaborator and producer Gabe Dandan, the duo once again captures raw emotion through a lush blend of Soul, R&B, and Jazz — a sound reminiscent of 90s sophisti-pop yet distinctly timeless. Described by Asensio as a “fearless expression of the soul,” Let Our Love began as a creative spark between two artists who trust instinct over convention. “It was the first time I asked Gabe to create something from scratch, no prior ideas or references,” Nicole shared. “When I heard what he made, my heart raced — the creativity was torrential.” The track features stunning arrangements by Michael Guevarra on horns, Mike Lichtenfeld on keys, Aman Dela Cruz on percussion, and backup vocals from Kevin Yadao and Mel Tor...

  Rising Filipino alternative pop band HEY JUNE! announces their first-ever headlining concert series, Curiosity Killed The Cat : The Album Experience Tour . Inspired by the namesake of their critically acclaimed debut album, the tour follows the renewed success of their chart-topping single “ LASIK ,” which recently exploded across TikTok and other social platforms—thanks to the countless videos and reels created organically by fans, influencers, and celebrities alike. The infectious track also peaked at No. 1 on Spotify Philippines Top 50 Viral chart and gained further traction through its prominent feature on the Pinoy Big Brother: Collab edition . With newfound resurgence, HEY JUNE! is set to bring their signature storytelling and sound to fans across Metro Manila in a series of highly anticipated shows: Curiosity Killed the Cat: The Album Experience Tour: November 7 (Fri)  Velvet Playground - Marikina Gates Open: 6:00PM Dilaw Gracenote November 8 (Sat)  Jess & P...

 The Pinoy Playlist Music Festival (PPMF) returns to celebrate the diversity and creativity of Filipino music. From heartfelt ballads and pop hits to bold new sounds across all genres and generations, PPMF 2025 highlights how Pinoy music continues to evolve while staying deeply rooted in Filipino stories and spirit. With the theme “Halo-halo, Sapin-sapin, Sabay-sabay,” this year’s festival acknowledges that Pinoy music is, first, a layered variety— halo-halo —of different flavors and sources; second, a spread of overlapping sheets of colorful influences and inspirations across time— sapin-sapin ; and third, that Filipinos are all imbued with a deep musical sense that welcomes all these simultaneously— sabay-sabay. This year’s lineup includes KIKX and Day One, Somatosonic, The Brat Pack, Gab Cabangon, The Bloomfields, Tres Marias, Trina Belamide, Dingdong Avanzado, Bugoy , and many more timeless Pinoy acts. Three days, three stages—all genres, all generations, all PINOY! This ...

  Sony Music Philippines artists emerged as the most-awarded acts at the first-ever Filipino Music Awards (FMA), collectively winning nine major titles. Leading the charge was global pop phenomenon SB19 , who swept a total of six awards, among them Tour of the Year , Concert of the Year , and the much-coveted Artist of the Year . The acclaimed Filipino boyband also clinched two People’s Choice Awards for Artist and Song , and another one for Pop Song of the Year —driven immensely by the wide-ranging appeal of their chart-topping single “ DUNGKA! ” from their latest EP, Simula At Wakas . Another standout from the Sony Music roster, IV of Spades , made a triumphant return to the spotlight, earning Rock Song of the Year for their hit single “ Aura .” A few months ago, the track debuted at No. 4 on the Spotify Philippines Top 50 chart, marking a celebrated comeback for the band. Their upcoming headline concert at the SM Mall of Asia Arena , produced by Karpos , sold out two month...

Photo by JC Javier    Actor and singer Jake Vargas is set to begin a new chapter as the frontman of Dear Dina . The six-piece band will make their official debut with the single " Nabighani ." This track introduces Dear Dina's unique blend of sincerity, emotion, and laid-back charm, bringing a fresh, heartfelt, and youthful sound to OPM. " Nabighani " tells a story of love, shyness, and connection. Inspired by Jake’s real-life love story with his girlfriend, actress Inah de Belen, “ Nabighani ” captures that moment when you meet someone who instantly draws you in -  but nerves and hesitation keep you from confessing how you truly feel. “The word ‘ Nabighani ’ has this beautiful Filipino charm,” the band shares. “It describes that unexplainable feeling of being drawn to someone. It’s tender, emotional, and authentic — just like the story behind the song.” Sonically, “ Nabighani ” mirrors the soft, dreamy energy of being torpe - shy, in love, and hopeful. Its lyr...

J ust a month after dropping “ Pink Skies ,” The Bloomfields are back with “ Balikan ,” a luminous new track that yearns for the beauty of simpler days: a time when moments were lived, not streamed. Brimming with nostalgia and reflection, “Balikan” conveys the universal longing to return to the glorious memories of the past while rediscovering its warmth. “This song is about that sudden realization of how quickly time passes—and the longing to return to those simpler days,” shares Nathan Abella , the band’s rhythm guitarist. “It all started with something as ordinary as hanging out in a parking lot with old friends, which sparked a wave of nostalgia.” Produced by Lakan Hila , the band’s keyboardist and lead guitarist, “Balikan” radiates with rich, lush textures and melodic sensibilities that recall George Harrison’s timeless sound and the dreamy hues of late ‘60s and early ‘70s psychedelia. The result is both classic and contemporary, unraveling a sonic tapestry that doesn’t feel out o...