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FILSCAP Brings Asian Hitmakers Together With ₱50,000 Royalty Advances on the Table
What happens when you bring some of Asia's most talented songwriters together for four days? Apparently, you get eight original songs, a few unexpected collaborations, and music that could easily find its way onto international playlists. The Filipino Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (FILSCAP) held its inaugural Asia Songwriting Master Camp from October 4 to 7, 2026, at Kamana Sanctuary Spa Resort in Subic Bay, bringing together established songwriters from 10 Asi
Clariza Guillermo
Oct 192 min read


Sam Benwick's HIGHS and lows Made Me Relive Every Crush I've Ever Had
From teenage crushes and college situationships to eight years of love, Sam Benwick's debut album took me on an unexpectedly personal trip down memory lane.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Oct 1610 min read


Ylona Garcia Marks 10 Years Since PBB With ‘ylona, so far. (live)’
Who didn’t get enamored by Ylona Garcia during her Pinoy Big Brother season? Talented, smart, and already incredibly eloquent at such a young age, she quickly became one of the season’s standouts. Now, 10 years later, Ylona is looking back at how far she has come with ylona, so far. (live).

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Oct 71 min read


RAMONA Is Giving Pop-Rock Its Main Character Moment
There is something exciting happening in OPM right now. Filipino artists are not just making good music, they are building entire worlds around it. And with RAMONA, Andrea Brillantes may have created one of the most interesting ones yet.

Mara Sy
Oct 72 min read


Lil Nas X Returns With a More Personal Side on “World’s Greatest”
Lil Nas X is back with new music, and this time, he is looking inward.
The Grammy-winning artist has released “World’s Greatest,” his first single in a year and a half. The track reflects on how far he has come, while also acknowledging the difficult moments that have been part of the journey.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Oct 21 min read


Some Songs Never Really Leave You: Eraserheads’ Story Finds Another Audience Abroad
Some Songs Never Really Leave You: Eraserheads’ Story Finds Another Audience Abroad

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Oct 22 min read


The New Gen Gets It: tuesday trinkets Brings Back the Pop-Rock Nostalgia We Grew Up With
Filipino all-girl band tuesday trinkets taps into the sounds of Michelle Branch, Hilary Duff, and early-2010s pop with their dreamy new single “I know one day.”

Mara Sy
Oct 21 min read


Kitchie Nadal and Barbie Almalbis Reunite for CROSSFADE 2026
Kitchie Nadal and Barbie Almalbis bring Filipino rock nostalgia to CROSSFADE, a one-night-only show happening October 11, 2026, in Mandaluyong.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Oct 23 min read


Your Next Favorite Song Could Start in the Philippines This October
Music has a way of slipping into everyday life. We play it while commuting, working out, getting ready, celebrating, or sitting with feelings we do not always know how to explain. A song can end up attached to a person, a place, or an entire season of our lives.

Mara Sy
Sep 281 min read


SM City Bicutan Turns Up the Volume With Battle of the Bands
Homegrown music took center stage at SM City Bicutan as local bands went head-to-head in its Battle of the Bands on September 26, bringing an afternoon of live performances, original sounds, and plenty of energy to the mall’s Events Center.
Clariza Guillermo
Sep 281 min read


A Rainy Night in Manila, and My First Encounter With Opera
Bel Canto d’Italia turned my first live opera experience into an evening of unexpected goosebumps, powerful voices, and a reminder that some performances really do need to be heard in person.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Sep 114 min read


What Happened During miZZcast: Musical Theater Backwards
Held in celebration of Pride Month, Mizzcast Musical: Musical Theater Backwards brought together some of the country’s most powerful theater voices for a one-night-only musical cabaret filled with warmth, humor, emotion, and unforgettable performances.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Jun 264 min read


Taylor Swift Writes Original Song for Toy Story 5
Taylor Swift is stepping into the world of Woody, Buzz, and Jessie with “I Knew It, I Knew You,” a new original song written for Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Jun 31 min read


Malasimbo 2026 at Puerta Real Gardens Felt Like a Beautiful Pause
At Puerta Real Gardens, Malasimbo 2026 brought together music, art, food, and a kind of festival energy that asked people to slow down and simply enjoy where they were.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
May 303 min read


Malasimbo 2026 Turns Intramuros Into a Dance Floor of Reggae, Art, and Island Energy
Set inside the historic walls of Intramuros, Malasimbo 2026 turns music into a full lifestyle experience with dancing, art, workshops, and performances made for every kind of festivalgoer.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
May 152 min read


LALISA Joins Anyma for ‘Bad Angel’ during Coachella 2026
LISA surprised fans at Coachella 2026 by joining Anyma on the main stage for a live performance of “Bad Angel.”

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Apr 181 min read


ENHYPEN Pop-Up in Manila: Inside the Artist-Made Collection at SM Mall of Asia
The ENHYPEN Artist-Made Collection pop-up has officially landed in Manila, turning SM Mall of Asia into a must-visit destination for fans this March and April.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Apr 111 min read


6 Reasons BINI’s Coachella Moment Hits Different for Filipino Women
BINI’s Coachella debut is more than a milestone for Filipino music, it is a deeply personal moment for Filipino women watching from everywhere.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Apr 112 min read


BLACKPINK DEADLINE Official Pop-Up Lands in Manila
BLACKPINK’s new era arrives in Manila with the DEADLINE Official Pop-Up Store, bringing exclusive merchandise and collectibles for Filipino BLINKs.

Dara Clariza Evangelista
Mar 142 min read


Harry Styles Stuns as an Elf King on Brittany Broski’s Royal Court
Harry Styles’ appearance on Brittany Broski’s Royal Court delivered elf ears, dry humor, and a surprise album teaser, instantly becoming one of the internet’s favorite celebrity moments.

Mara Sy
Feb 262 min read
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