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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.

  Repertory Philippines (REP) opens its anticipated 89th Season with the debut of REP Unplugged . Designed to bring the audience closer to the actors, this innovative series offers reimagined staged readings, stripping away grand sets to focus on the raw power of performance and text. "Our goal is to create a more intimate and immersive theatrical experience, where the boundaries between performer and audience are softened," says Mindy Perez-Rubio , REP President and CEO. “By inviting some guests to be seated on stage, incorporating interactive elements, and fostering dialogue through post-performance discussions, we aim to cultivate a sense of inclusivity and reaffirm our commitment to explore innovative theatrical forms.”     With the theme “ By love, transformed” anchoring the entire season’s line-up, REP Unplugged presents two sophisticated plays featuring some of theater’s most notable names.    REP’s Artistic Director Jeremy Domingo points out that...

Every time fans think it couldn’t get better, A1 comes back for more. The British-Norwegian pop band is set to bring the “kilig” and nostalgia to their Filipino fans once again, performing in Cebu on   16 October 2026   at the   Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino , and in Manila on   17 October 2026   at the   New Frontier Theater . Following their highly successful Valentine’s Tour in the same cities in  February 2025 , the group, consisting of  Paul Marazzi, Christian Ingebrigtsen, Mark Read, and Ben Adams,  returns for a night that goes far beyond a trip down memory lane. From the soulful harmonies of  “Like a Rose” , the fan favorite  “Everytime” , the sweet and heartfelt ballad  “Heaven by Your Side” , to the high-octane energy of  “Same Old Brand New You,”  the connection between the quartet and their Filipino fans remains one of the most enduring love affairs in pop music history. With more than five visit...