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Breakthrough Filipino rapper Young Cocoa has been gaining significant attention worldwide thanks to his previous chart-topping hits “Manila,” which got included in one of the playlists curated by BTS’ very own RM, and received props from Korean music stars such as Eric of The Boyz, Omega X, Dawon of SF19 and Lia Kim from 1Million Dance Studio. To date, his…
Ahead Of Marian Carmel’s Debut Concept Album “to you, to me” Known for her ethereal vocals which breathe life into the melancholic nature of her songs, Filipina-born and Singapore-based singer-songwriter, Marian Carmel returns with a brand new single titled, ‘Pause + Reset’. Released through Singapore-based independent music label, Where Are the Fruits, this soul burner of a single has been made available…
Tokimeki Records recruit Filipina artist, syd hartha for the remake of “Carnival” which is originally by The Cardigans. After gaining prominence with some notable pop classics, Japanese music project Tokimeki Records brings boogie and ‘80s retro sounds back to the dancefloor with a reimagining of The Cardigans’ “Carnival.” Featuring Filipina singer-songwriter syd hartha on vocals, the new version of “Carnival”…
After taking an indefinite hiatus from social media, acclaimed artist Juan Karlos returns with a new single that showcases a more laid-back, stripped-down approach in terms of songwriting and production. Released digitally, “Boston” revisits an old memory with a former flame, and runs with the fictional idea of “what could have been” if decisions in life were done differently. The…
Filipino singer-songwriter and producer Fern. has finally dropped his new single “Kagandahan,” a minimalist pop tune that tackles the overwhelming feeling of being surrounded by beauty, and how people are afraid of it going away. Released under Island Records Philippines, Fern.’s latest jam is essentially stripped-down to the core, with its message offering a quiet, meditative space that doesn’t lose…
Acclaimed Filipino artist Barbie Almalbis celebrates her 25th year in the music business with the release of her fourth studio album, Scenes From Inside—out on all digital music platforms via 12 Stone Records and distributed by Sony Music Philippines. Derived from her experiences as a musician, a mom, a friend, a wife, and a pet lover during the time of…
After racking up more than 2.5 million steams on Spotify with her heartfelt reimagining of an alt-rock classic, rising singer-songwriter Bianca fulfills the promise of her music journey with the release of her proper debut single under Sony Music Philippines. “Tenth Of July” by Bianca Written by Bianca herself, “Tenth of July” delivers emotional resonance note per note, while retaining…
Iconic pop-rock outfit The Itchyworms kick off their 25th anniversary in the music industry with the official video release of “The Life I Know,” a piano-backed ballad off their fifth studio album, Waiting For The End To Start—released on digital music platforms via Sony Music Philippines. Helmed by partners Marie Jamora and Jason McLagan of Indie Pop Films with animation…
The Ransom Collective’s Leah Halili has taken her sound to warmer, more intimate places with the release of her debut single “Fourth of July”—out today on all digital music platforms worldwide. A lovingly crafted, indie-folk tune that offers moments of pure bliss, the song tackles a romantic journey between two people who met and found instant connection. “I was inspired…
Following up from harmony-driven “Rose”, released in November 2020, the Singapore-based Filipina born singer-songwriter Marian Carmel returns with a second single from her upcoming debut album. “You Like The Chase”. The new single has been officially released on all major digital streaming platforms. “You Like The Chase” is Marian’s take on relationships and heartbreak. Written on a whim after a…