Sunday, February 25, 2024
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Donny Pangilinan is a certified Chickenjoyer and Joshua Garcia can’t have enough of the Crispylicious, Juicylicious Chickenjoy! |
For the first time in Chickenjoy history, Jollibee brought together enthusiasts of its well-loved fried chicken at the day-long “I Am A Chickenjoyer Fan Meet” at Trinoma Activity Center last February 17.
This joy-filled event gathered families and friends adding up to over 1,500 individuals to celebrate their shared love for the iconic Chickenjoy.
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On top of celebrating their love for Chickenjoy, fans bonded with the actor and Jollibee ambassador Joshua Garcia |
“We are so excited to finally bring so many Chickenjoyers together in one venue and host an exciting day for them,” said Pamie Cruz, Senior Marketing Manager of Jollibee Philippines. “This is our way of thanking them for their continued support for Chickenjoy, and for spreading this love to their families and friends from all over the country and even all over the world.”
Guests engaged in a slew of activities detailed in their event passports. From conquering the Claw Machine to trying their luck at the Giant Gachapon and mastering the Ball Bucket Shoot Out, attendees collected points, won limited-edition Chickenjoy merchandise, and created lasting memories. To add, a professional studio setup awaited guests, capturing their moments through expertly taken photos and videos.
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Guests create core memories with fun-filled games, prizes, and a whole lot of Chickenjoy |
Jollibee endorsers and self-proclaimed Chickenjoyers Joshua Garcia and Donny Pangilinan also added to the fun during the morning and afternoon programs, respectively. When asked about his favorite memory with Chickenjoy, Donny recalled, “As a kid, I remember going home via expressway and ordering Jollibee via drive-thru because that’s really our favorite. In the car, my dad would ask us what we wanted and of course, we wanted Chickenjoy. We’d share it in the car before driving off again, feeling satisfied.”
This unique event showed how Chickenjoy has played a role in the lives of millions, from satisfying cravings to completing delightful bonding moments. Renowned for its crispy and flavorful skin, juicy and succulent meat, and signature gravy, Chickenjoy continues to make a lasting impact and be well-loved by the generations to come.
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Chickenjoyers flocked and showed their full support by joining the fun-filled activities |
The Crispylicious, Juicylicious, best-tasting Jollibee Chickenjoy is available nationwide for PHP 82.00 (1-pc. Chickenjoy with rice and drink). Drop by your nearest Jollibee branch and treat yourself to its crispy, juicy goodness via dine-in, take-out, or drive-thru. You can also have it delivered via the Jollibee App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, and Foodpanda.
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Saturday, February 24, 2024
The track blends confessional songwriting style with a soul-stirring, crossover sound
Filipino singer-songwriter Patricia Heart is ready to captivate the mainstream audience with her authenticity and music talent. The CamSur-based recording artist has recently signed with Sony Music Entertainment, the home to an all-star roster of OPM acts such as Ben&Ben, SB19, Clara Benin, Ace Banzuelo, Denise Julia, O Side Mafia, Demi, and dwta—to name a few.
Apart from being the newest addition to the growing family of the international record label, the promising newcomer sets her sights on representing her hometown on the global stage while showcasing her individuality through music.
Her debut single “Kahit Di Ako ang Gusto Mo” hints at an even brighter future as Patricia Heart defies expectations with her unique brand of charisma and songwriting chops. Buoyed by a suspenseful intro of synthesized strings and dramatic instrumentation, the soulful ballad reveals her experience as a young woman trapped in a toxic relationship, struggling to find light at the end of the tunnel.
Patricia Heart explains, “This song was written after losing one’s self to an obsessive, toxic relationship and eventually realizing the need to walk away from it in order to reclaim my sense of self-love. I have been in this kind of situation before. But you know: it takes two to tango, so no matter how badly we want to keep that relationship, if the other person is not as invested as you or you keep on sacrificing your worth as a person, it will never be saved.”
The emotional single showcases Patricia Heart’s confessional songwriting style, infusing even more unfiltered woundedness into her sonically rich sound. Showcasing drama and, to an extent, dark humor to the mix, the budding pop/alternative talent marks her debut with an earworm that will surely gain traction among listeners of all ages, who can relate to her earnestness as a singer-songwriter.
“There’s so much that I can offer as an artist, and I hope the general public will love Kahit Di Ako ang Gusto Mo,” Patricia Heart shares. “It’s a song that comes from a place of hopelessness and trauma, but it’s also a cautionary tale that encourages the listener to never put other people’s feelings above your own, especially when you’re constantly losing your own person in the process.”
“Kahit Di Ako ang Gusto Mo” will be part of her upcoming debut EP, Songs of Siren, to be released soon. The highly anticipated release will contain five songs and is “poised to cast a spell on listeners once they hear the siren sing.”
Patricia Heart’s “Kahit Di Ako ang Gusto Mo” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.
The heartfelt tune marks the second time that the two artists have worked together for a project—the first one being a reworked version of the streaming hit “Lihim”
Acclaimed singer-songwriter dwta teams up with chart-topping newcomer Arthur Miguel on “Tahan Na,” out today via Sony Music Entertainment.
Capturing the universal experience of longing for love and connection, “Tahan Na” expresses the realities of harboring unrequited feelings for someone not capable of reciprocating the same level of affection.
According to the Bicolano recording star, the heartfelt track illustrates the beauty of not giving up hope for love despite being constantly let down by circumstances.
She adds, “Tahan Na tells us to acknowledge our feelings of longing and heartache but also to remember that our value isn't based on someone else's feelings. In the end, it's a song about staying strong, not giving up, and believing in the transformative power of love.”
The stripped-down, alt-country song was written by dwta in 2022. It has gone through multiple iterations since then, with Brian Lotho co-producing the tune with the young singer-songwriter under one condition: capture the immediacy and emotional vulnerability of the moment when the latter first conceived the material in her own bedroom. Nothing more, nothing less.
dwta or Jhasmine Villanueva in real life, explains, “To recreate that cozy vibe, we recorded the acoustic guitar while sitting on the floor, mirroring the casual and intimate setting of my bedroom, where I often find inspiration. We wanted the song to feel like a comforting hug for anyone who listens to it. At first, we weren't sure if we should make it sound like a lullaby or a grand melancholic dance within a castle. But then we thought, why not blend both elements? So, we incorporated strings like the violin, reminiscent of a grand ballroom, while still maintaining the gentle strums of the acoustic guitar and the soft melodies of the keyboard, blending them together to create something special.”
“Tahan Na” marks the second time that dwta and Arthur Miguel have worked together on a project. The two accomplished solo artists linked up last year on the reworked version of “Lihim,” which blends Tagalog and Bicolano with captivating results.
Villanueva emphasized that working with Arthur Miguel has always been a remarkable experience. Having great connection and chemistry when it comes to writing, collaborating, and performing songs as a duo, dwta is grateful to the budding crossover act for allowing her to experiment with different musical elements and expand her skills as both a songwriter and performer.
“I realized that his singing style and emotions would add a lot to the song's meaning and make it even more heartfelt,” dwta muses. “Our collaboration has opened up new opportunities for growth and exploration in our music. Working with Arthur Miguel is really enjoyable for me, and every time we work together, there's always something new to learn, some adventure, and lots of fun moments.”
dwta and Arthur Miguel’s “Tahan Na” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.
New album, Everything I Thought It Was to be released March 15th via RCA Records – pre-order here
Multi-award-winning artist Justin Timberlake releases his new track “Drown” via RCA Records/Sony Music Entertainment.
Written by Timberlake, Louis Bell (Taylor Swift, Post Malone), Henry Walter, Amy Allen, Kenyon Dixon and produced by Louis Bell, Cirkut (Maroon 5, The Weeknd), “Drown” marks the American pop star’s second single release ahead of his upcoming sixth album, Everything I Thought It Was, which drops on March 15.
Justin recently teased his fans on Instagram with a clip featuring the snippet of the track. The Cry Me A River superstar previewed the emotional track with a short, stripped-down performance while seated at a piano.
Renowned musician, actor, and entertainer Justin Timberlake also announced the long-awaited European and UK leg of his momentous The Forget Tomorrow World Tour with thirteen new shows in 8 countries. Produced by Live Nation, stops include performances in Poland, Germany, Belgium, the UK, Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, and France.
The tour now includes a significant 67 global shows spanning from April through December of this year. In North America, 22 performances have already sold out, and over 550,000 tickets have sold for the U.S. shows.
Additional cities and date information to follow. For complete tour and ticket information, visit his official website.
Last month, Timberlake dropped his single and music video “Selfish,” which garnered over 57 million worldwide streams and over 14 million views on YouTube. Justin Timberlake also made a special musical guest performance on NBC’s Saturday Night Live, where he performed his single “Selfish” and “Sanctified.” Additionally, Timberlake announced his highly anticipated sixth studio album Everything I Thought It Was, which is set to be released on March 15th (pre-order album HERE).
ABOUT JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
Justin Timberlake is a multi-talented entertainer, recording artist, record producer, songwriter and actor. Throughout his career, he’s sold over 54 million albums and 63 million singles globally, and a further 70 million records as the lead vocalist of *NSYNC. Justin has won ten GRAMMY Awards across the pop, dance and R&B genres, including his successful solo albums Man of the Woods, The 20/20 Experience, FutureSex/LoveSounds, and his debut solo album, Justified – as well as his collaborations with Jay-Z. He’s garnered over 23 billion audio and video streams globally and won four Emmy Awards for his memorable stints on “Saturday Night Live.” On the big screen, he’s lent his voice to DreamWorks’ animated franchise phenomena TROLLS, including the third installment, 2023’s TROLLS BAND TOGETHER. His hit record “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” from TROLLS was nominated for “Best Original Song” at the 2017 Academy Awards.
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Justin Timberlake’s “Drown” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment/RCA Records.
Friday, February 23, 2024
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From L-R - Ms. Rungphech “Rose” Chitanuwat, Country General Manager, Informa Markets in the Philippines; Mr. Elvin Raymond Garcia, Supervising Investment Specialist-Heavy Industries Division, Philippine Board of Investment (BOI); Mr. Agustus Chua, Secretary General, Philippine Automotive Traders Association; Honorary President Mr. Alberto Aquilino, Philippine Automotive Traders Association; Mr. Neil Stephen Lopez, PhD, Assistant Executive Director, Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP); and Mr. Alwin Seow, Event Director, Informa Markets in the Philippines.
The new major automotives and parts event is set to debut in June 2024
Pasay City, Philippines—A new platform for local, international, and regional suppliers of automotive parts, accessories, maintenance equipment, and tools is set to debut in the country in June. The inaugural Auto Parts & Vehicles Expo Philippines (APVE) will be mounted from June 5 to 7, 2024 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay City.
The three-day event is aimed at gathering over 4,000 potential buyers and sellers from across the country and the region. More than 120 regional and international exhibitors are expected to showcase the latest products and solutions in the industry. It will also facilitate a forum for productive discussions about solutions and best practices that can enhance efficiencies and profits for all scales of businesses in the consumer and commercial automotive industry.
“We are thrilled to unveil the game-changing platform for the automotive industry that will congregate top industry leaders, buyers, and sellers to connect and unlock new growth opportunities,” said APVE Deputy Event Director Alwin Seow.
Leveraging on trade show expertise
Informa Markets, the organizer of the APVE 2024, is committed to utilizing its trade show expertise to make this event an advanced networking, exhibition, and knowledge-sharing platform that would redefine automotive standards.
“Explore new partnerships through networking opportunities, discover the latest trends and developments, and find cutting-edge products and solutions during the three-day APVE 2024,” said Rungphech ‘Rose’ Chitanuwat, Informa Markets General Manager in the Philippines.
“APVE is open for exhibitors, trade buyers, businesses, and consumers not just from the automotive sector but also from related industries like mining, construction, logistics, transportation, and agriculture,” she added. APVE 2024 will be the largest in the Philippines to focus on auto parts and vehicles, amid impressive growth of domestic annual vehicle sales in the post-pandemic period.
Encouraging figures
Based on the joint report by the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA) and the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (Campi), overall vehicle sales in the country grew by 21.9 percent in 2023 to a record high of 429,807 units, exceeding the industry’s annual sales target and even the pre-pandemic sales levels. For comparison, annual vehicle sales posted were 369,941 units in 2019, 223,793 in 2020, 268,488 in 2021, and 352,596 in 2022.
Thus, there is a logically growing demand for planned servicing and maintenance activities to possibly extend the lifespan of new and aging vehicles. APVE intends to be an ideal B2B setup to equip businesses (and even consumers) to properly maintain their fleets.
For inquiries about APVE 2024, visit its website at www.apvexpo.com or contact Belle Tamayo (email: Belle.Tamayo@informa.com; landline: +63 2 8581 1932). For exhibition and sponsorship, contact Yves Caisip (email: Yves.Caisip@informa.com; landline: +63 2 8581 1919; mobile: +63 923 824 8477).
Filipino indie-rock outfit CHEATS will be celebrating their 10th anniversary in the local music scene with a headline show happening on March 16, 2024, at Balcony Music House in Makati City.
The “Accidents” band will be performing a long set featuring fan favorites and rarities. Joining CHEATS are some of their long-time music peers, including SOS, Oh, Flamingo! and Sandwich.
“We wanted to do a show that has a 'party like it's the mid-2010s' vibe, which is the reason why we chose Sandwich, SOS, and Oh, Flamingo! to share the stage with us,” the eclectic 7-piece act explains in a press statement. “They were among the bands we loved (and still do) and played a lot with back when the band was just starting out. We’ll all play lengthy sets, and while we haven’t come up with a set list yet, we’ll likely play as many of our favorite songs as possible from the last 10 years.”
The intimate gathering also doubles as a launch for the band’s special limited-edition merchandise, particularly the classic CHEATS logo shirt with new colorways, re-released for those who haven’t had the chance to get one or want to collect them all.
CHEATS also expressed gratitude to the fans who have continuously supported their work all these years. “Thanks to everyone who has supported the band, whether you’ve been there since the early days or just discovered us fairly recently. This will be our first show since last September, so we’re itching to play again for all of you.”
CHEATS was first formed by Jim Bacarro in 2013 and features Bacarro on vocals, keys, and guitar; Saab Magalona and Candy Gamos on vocals; Manny Tanglao on bass; Jason Caballa and Kyle Quismundo on guitars; and Enzo Hermosa on drums. The 7-piece band has produced three critically acclaimed studio albums to date: 2016’s Cheats, 2017’s Before The Babies, and 2022’s Houseplants. They have also headlined several music festivals here and abroad, such as Wanderland Music and Arts Festival, Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival, Laneway Music Festival, and AXEAN Festival, to name a few.
Tickets to 10 YEARS OF CHEATS are now available via bit.ly/cheats10. Early bird passes have already sold out, but regular passes are still available for PHP 800.
10 YEARS OF CHEATS is presented by CHEATS and GNN Entertainment Productions.
Choose from a wide range of realme tablets and score discounts on Payday Sale
In today’s age, where staying online and connected is essential, realme offers a versatile range of tablets designed to accompany individuals through every stage of life. From children discovering the joys of learning, teenagers finding entertainment in mobile games, to professionals maintaining a healthy work-life balance, realme's comprehensive tablet lineup ensures seamless connectivity, enhanced productivity, and immersive entertainment experiences.
Here’s a run down of available realme tablets in the market and where to get the best deals this coming payday sale on realme Official Shopee from February 27-29 and realme Official Lazada from February 25-29.
- realme Pad Mini WiFi only (3GB+32GB): P2,000 OFF on Lazada
- realme Pad LTE (4GB+64GB): P7,000 OFF on Lazada
- realme Pad 2 6GB+28GB (LTE): P3,000 OFF on Shopee
- realme Pad 2 (8GB+256GB): P3,000 OFF on Shopee
- realme Pad X 5G (6GB+128GB): P10,900 OFF on Shopee
For Kids and Parents / Moms: Introducing the realme Pad Mini
Equipped with an 8.7” Large Display and a powerful 6400mAh Mega Battery, the realme Pad Mini is the ideal device for kids and parents on-the-go. Whether it's for educational content for the little ones or entertainment for the whole family, this tablet ensures uninterrupted fun and learning experiences for everyone. The realme Pad Mini 3GB+32GB (WiFi only) is priced at an SRP of P7,990.
For Students and the Youth: Discover the realme Pad
Featuring a vibrant 10.4” WUXGA+ Immersive Display and Dolby Atmos Quad Speakers, the realme Pad delivers all-day entertainment for young students. From attending virtual classes to streaming movies and light gaming sessions, the realme Pad is designed to enhance every aspect of student life. The realme Pad 4GB+64GB (LTE) retails for P14,990 SRP.
For On-the-Go Individuals and Gamers: Meet the realme Pad 2
Powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 processor and boasting 33W SUPERVOOC Charging capabilities, the realme Pad 2 is curated for mobile gamers and individuals who value top-quality performance and fast-charging options at a wallet-friendly price point. With LTE connectivity available in both variants, this tablet provides seamless connectivity whenever it's needed.
The realme Pad 2 comes in two variants: the realme Pad 2 6GB+128GB (LTE) priced at an SRP of P13,999 while the realme Pad 2 with 8GB+256GB (LTE) is available at an SRP of P17,999.
For professionals and digital nomads
Designed for those seeking to enhance their productivity and efficiency, the realme Pad X offers Multi-Screen collaboration, a front camera with a feature called Limelight that keeps you in the center of the frame, and compatibility with the realme Pencil and realme Smart Keyboard. This tablet is the perfect companion for those who work remotely and professionals looking for a device to complement their productivity tools.
The realme Pad X 5G, equipped with 6GB+128GB of storage, and boasting 5G connectivity, available at an SRP of P24,999 but will retail at P3,199 OFF. The realme Pad X 5G includes a dedicated slot for a SIM card, ensuring seamless connectivity on the go.
realme’s tablets offer tailored solutions for kids, parents, students, professionals, gamers, and individuals working from home. The Squad can embark on a journey of seamless connectivity and enhanced productivity with the realme tablet that’s perfect for their needs this coming Payday Sale.
To learn more about realme’s latest updates, visit the realme official website and follow realme on Facebook.
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