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The next-gen global girl group, A2O MAY, makes a bold return with their first album, “PAPARAZZI ARRIVE ” releasing on all digital streaming platforms. The 14-track release not only introduces A2O Entertainment’s original genre, “Zalpha Pop” - a fusion of Gen Z and Gen Alpha influences - but also showcases the group’s versatility through a dynamic mix of pre-debut songs, unit performances, and solo tracks. Earlier this year, the quintet captured international attention as the first Chinese idol group to perform at iHeartRadio’s renowned Wango Tango festival, marking both their U.S. stage debut and a simultaneous American television appearance on KTLA .   The debut album PAPARAZZI ARRIVE is anchored by its title track, a bold showcase of A2O MAY’s “Zalpha Pop.” Built on a striking siren-like synth riff and dubstep-inspired electro beats, the song delivers a message of confidence and ambition through the group’s dynamic vocals. Watch the accompanying music video here . The project al...

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...

  Future global pop superstar Henry Moodie releases his highly anticipated debut album, mood swings , out now via Robots & Humans (UK) and Columbia Records (US). mood swings ARTWORK On mood swings , Henry Moodie explores his story so far, examining everything from love and heartbreak, relationships, friendship, sexuality, mental health, and growing up to become an adult. It is an exceptionally personal, raw, and honest album, and one that is testimony to the authentic songwriter Henry has always been since he first started releasing music in 2023. mood swings is an exceptional piece of work that is a sign of what is to come in Henry’s burgeoning career. To date, Henry has released six tracks that appear on his debut album - ‘mood swings’ , ‘ sunday morning ’, ‘ comedown ’, ‘ indigo ’, ‘ right person, wrong time ’, and ‘ drunk text ’. Speaking about mood swings , Henry said: “‘mood swings’ is an album that captures the chaos, beauty and heartbreak I’ve experienced over the p...

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...

TBA Studios has officially announced the global rollout of “Quezon”, the highly anticipated Filipino historical biopic starring Jericho Rosales and “Game of Thrones” star Iain Glen. The film will premiere in the Philippines on October 15, with international screenings to follow: QUEZON Worldwide Screening Dates: Philippines – October 15 Australia & New Zealand – October 30 North America, Guam, & Canada – October 31 Middle East – November 20 Additional countries and screening dates to be announced soon. Set against the backdrop of a nation on the brink of independence, “Quezon” follows Manuel L. Quezon’s (Rosales) strategic rise to power, navigating intense rivalries and political alliances to win the 1935 presidential elections. The film explores his clashes with figures such as Leonard Wood (Glen), Sergio Osmeña, and Emilio Aguinaldo, painting a gripping portrait of a leader who reshaped Philippine history. The star-studded cast includes Benjamin Alves as young Quezon, Mon Con...

  The Golden Indie Music Awards (GIMA), Taiwan's premier independent music award-giving body, will be hosting its grand ceremony on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the Taipei Music Center , and it will be livestreamed in South Korea and Thailand . This year’s edition puts a spotlight on international guest performers, including South Korea’s leading indie rock band Silica Gel and rising Thai rapper AUTTA , who will be sharing the stage with Taiwan’s folk-pop trio The Chairs in a rare cross-border collaboration. The highly anticipated teamup is centered on this year’s theme, “ Brave ,” and will feature four more acts from across Asia whose work reflects fearlessness in confronting expectations and expressing uncompromising truth in music. On the Asian front, GIMA will be honoring the " Best Asian Creative Artist Award ,” whose nominees illustrate the breadth of Asia’s independent music scene, crossing languages and genres while sharing a commitment to authenticity. From 60 su...