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Following the massive success of their 2024 debut in Taiwan , The Itchyworms are gearing up for a highly anticipated return this April 2026 with Akin Ka Na Lang Taiwan Part 2 , a three-city tour that further cements their growing international appeal. Known for their signature blend of witty lyricism, heartfelt storytelling, and infectious pop-rock anthems, the beloved Filipino band is set to once again captivate audiences in the vibrant live music scene of Taiwan, proving that great music truly transcends borders and cultures. The upcoming tour will take the band across key cities including Kaohsiung , Taichung , and Taipei , where they are expected to deliver high-energy performances filled with sing-along hits and spontaneous crowd interactions. Building on the momentum of their previous tour, which resonated strongly with both local Taiwanese fans and the Filipino community abroad, the band continues to champion the global reach of Original Pilipino Music (OPM). Frontman Jugs Jugu...

  Offshore Music , a Manila-based label championing the real, the raw, and the refreshingly original in Filipino music, continues to expand its global footprint with a roster of new and upcoming releases scheduled for the summer of 2026 (and beyond). Founded in 2016 by a collective of business minds and musical visionaries, the prominent label is headed by Ely Buendia, a Filipino rock icon responsible for writing and producing some of the most important OPM anthems of all time, including music for ‘90s alternative legends The Eraserheads . This year, Offshore Music is committed to introducing a new wave of Filipino talents who dare to challenge sonic conventions and make a mark in the industry with their incredible sense of individuality, musical direction, and style. From ‘80s kitsch to Basil Valdez -indebted soul, from dreamy indie pop to neo-Manila Sound, Offshore’s upcoming and new releases will surely add an intriguing layer of novelty and freshness to today’s evolving music ...

CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso release their new album FREE SPIRITS , a bold and wildly inventive project from one of the most unpredictable acts in global music. FREE SPIRITS album artwork If PAPOTA introduced a wider audience to the duo’s singular universe, FREE SPIRITS expands it even further. Across the album, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso stretch their already unpredictable blend of trap, rock, pop, and left-field spectacle into something bigger, sharper, and more emotionally unguarded, without losing the humor, volatility, and musicianship that have made them one of the most magnetic acts to emerge from Argentina this century. WATCH: FREE SPIRITS SHORT FILM   The album arrives following a surreal campaign that included “GOO GOO GA GA” featuring Jack Black and “HASTA JESÚS TUVO UN MAL DÍA,” featuring Sting, who was unveiled as the unlikely architect of the mysterious FREE SPIRITS Center, a fictional holistic retreat that became the conceptual backdrop for the album’s rollout. Ac...

  On March 12, 2026, at the Philippine Book Festival in SM Megamall, Gloc-9, going by his real name Aristotle Pollisco, will be launching seven poetry chapbooks under the omnibus title  Makata Sa Pinas  — a hashtag he has been using the past decade. While Gloc-9 previously released the poetry book  Akin Lang Naman  in 2017 with ABS-CBN Publishing, this new project offers a different approach to presenting his work as poetry. This time, Gloc-9 envisioned a series of slimmer volumes—a concept that became the starting point of the project. In collaboration with the small press Everything’s Fine, the idea grew into a deeper reexamination of his entire discography. By revisiting the recurring themes and subject matter that consistently surface throughout his music, seven chapbooks were developed, each shaped around these enduring ideas and reflections. The first three chapbooks are personal. "Pagkatao" tracks his development as a poet, talking about his roots in Bina...

The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), in partnership with the National Book Development Board (NBDB), brings the excellent collection of classic CCP titles to the Philippine Book Festival (PBF) this March 12 to 15, 2026, from 10 am to 8 pm, at the Megatrade Hall, SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City. Classic titles and collectibles up to 50% off Boasting discounts and promos exclusive only at the PBF, festival goers can enjoy up to 50% off of CCP books, merchandise, and collectibles, including the digital edition of the CCP Encyclopedia of Philippine Art.  Restocks of bestsellers Mga Piling Dula mula sa Virgin Labfest IV , Natatauhan: Mga Dula ng Kababaihan , and Himig Himbing will be up for grabs at 20% off. Timeless Bundles worth Php700 and Php1,200 will be available at the CCP Shop in PBF. Attendees can also purchase Tuklas Sining, a limited edition coffee table book first published in 1991 that traces the roots of Filipino artistry, as well as Cinemalaya Film Festival catal...

  MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 (MAJ), Japan’s largest international music awards platform, returns for its second annual ceremony on Saturday, June 13, 2026, to be held at the newly inaugurated TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO. Guided by its mission of “Connecting with the World and Illuminating the Future of Music” , MAJ 2026 makes its comeback after a massive success last year - featuring performances by prominent artists such as Fujii Kaze, YOASOBI, Creepy Nuts, and Mrs. GREEN APPLE, garnering more than 62 million overall views on YouTube and televised nationwide by Japan’s leading broadcasting company NHK. The grand ceremony was viewed by 13.4 million people across all platforms. MAJ is now evolving into a pivotal event for the Asian music industry, featuring 66 awards that reflect the diverse and rapidly changing musical landscape of the region. To reflect the defining sounds of the Asian music scene, winners are determined by a vote of 5,000 artists and music industry professionals across Asia...

The world-renowned Vienna Boys’ Choir is set to return to the Philippines for a pair of special concerts in Manila on April 26 and 27, 2026, at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Newport World Resorts . Presented by Ovation Productions in cooperation with the Cultural Center of the Philippines and arranged through the Austrian Embassy in Manila , the performances celebrate the choir’s 100 years of global touring in 2026. Known as one of the most celebrated boys’ choirs in the world, the Vienna Boys’ Choir has captivated audiences for generations with its rich choral tradition and exceptional musical artistry. The upcoming Manila concerts mark a highly anticipated return following their last Philippine performance in 2016, giving Filipino audiences another chance to experience the timeless sound of the historic Austrian ensemble live on stage.