Gawad Manileño 2026 Honors the People and Institutions Helping Build a Better Manila

The best thing about Manila has always been its people.

That message took center stage during the Gawad Manileño 2026 awarding ceremony held on June 18 at The Metropolitan Theater, one of the highlights of Manila's 455th Founding Anniversary celebration carrying the theme, "Matatag sa Hamon, Pinagtibay ng Panahon."

Manila Officials and Award Recipient Universidad de Manila-Bahaghari

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During the ceremony, the Manila City Government honored individuals, institutions, businesses and community organizations whose contributions continue to help shape a stronger, more vibrant and resilient capital.

While this year's awardees come from diverse sectors, they share a common mission: improving the lives of fellow Manileños and contributing to the city's continuing progress.

Among those being honored are education advocate Dr. Rhodora Angela Fernandez Ferrer, Manila Health Department official Dr. Grace H. Padilla, veteran broadcaster DJ Chacha, renowned fashion designer Patis Tesoro, and Gilas Women's Basketball standout Quinn Kacey Dela Rosa. The awards also recognize advocacies that strengthen communities, including Universidad de Manila-Bahaghari for promoting inclusivity and youth empowerment, and Barangay 412 in District IV for advancing environmental stewardship and community participation.

For Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso, Gawad Manileño is more than an awards ceremony—it is a celebration of the people and institutions helping move the city forward.

Domagoso said the recognition honors outstanding Manileños whose talent, dedication and service contribute to the city's growth, emphasizing that the award carries a tradition of recognizing excellence and reminding others that "ang kabutihan ay may bunga" and "ang serbisyo ay may saysay."

"Ang Gawad Manileño ay hindi lamang tropeyo o pagkilala. Ito ay pagpapahalaga sa mga indibidwal at grupong nag-aambag sa pag-unlad ng ating lungsod," he said.

He added that the city's success ultimately depends not only on the government but also on citizens who choose to serve and make a difference. "A great city is not built by the government alone, but by citizens who care," Domagoso said, drawing laughter from the audience after joking, "Dinugo ang ilong.

The awards likewise highlight the role of the private sector in Manila's continued growth. Among this year's honorees are some of the city's largest taxpayers and investors, including International Container Terminal Services Inc., Asian Terminals Inc., Manila North Harbour Port Inc., SM Prime Holdings, and Megaworld Corporation.

The recognition was not limited to large corporations. The city also honored individual business taxpayers, including members of the Yuchengco and Tiongson families, as well as enterprises such as Mintex Industrial Supply, U2 Electrical Contractor, and Meedpharma Medical Supplies & Equipment Distributor.

Major employers such as Golden Arches Development Corporation, Jollibee Foods Corporation, and Concentrix Philippines are also being recognized for creating jobs and expanding economic opportunities for residents.

Vice Mayor Chi Atienza credited Manila's continued progress to the partnership between government and its stakeholders, particularly taxpayers whose contributions help fund programs and services that benefit residents across the city.

Thanking taxpayers for their continued trust, she assured them that the city remains committed to responsible stewardship of public funds.

"Sa administrasyong ito, nakikita ko kung paano masinop na pinamamahalaan ang bawat pisong ibinabayad ninyo upang mas mapabuti ang buhay ng bawat Manileño," she said.

Taken together, this year's awardees tell a larger story about Manila itself. They reflect a city that continues to invest in education, healthcare, culture, sports, environmental awareness, and economic opportunity—and one where progress is driven by collaboration among government, businesses, and communities.

This year's honorees now join a distinguished roster of past recipients that includes media executive Charo Santos-Concio, Manila Bulletin President Dr. Emilio C. Yap III, and San Miguel Corporation Chairman and CEO Ramon S. Ang. Their inclusion underscores what Gawad Manileño has long celebrated: individuals and institutions whose contributions create lasting impact.

In the end, the award serves as a reminder that Manila's greatest strength has always been its people.

About Gawad Manileno Award

City of Manila’s premier recognition program that honors outstanding individuals, organizations, and institutions for their excellence, dedication, and meaningful contributions to the development and welfare of Manila. Held as part of the city’s 455th founding anniversary celebration, the awards recognize exemplary achievements in fields such as public service, education, health, culture and the arts, media, sports, environmental stewardship, and community development. The 2026 edition carries the theme “Pagpupugay sa Kahusayan at Paglilingkod,” celebrating those who embody the spirit of service and inspire positive change in the community.

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Myles Smith shares long-awaited debut album My Mess, My Heart, My Life.

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Myles Smith releases his debut album ‘My Mess, My Heart, My Life.’, the most personal and ambitious project of his career to date.

The release arrives at a remarkable moment in Myles’ rise. Earlier this month he kicked off his biggest world tour to date, spanning North America, Europe and the UK, and this November will headline a sold-out show at London’s The O2 - a milestone that sees him sell out one of the UK’s most iconic venues before the release of his debut album.

Speaking about the album, Myles says:

“This album is the most personal thing I’ve ever made. It came from looking back at old therapy notes, memories and experiences that shaped who I am, and trying to make sense of them through music. Every song reflects a different part of that journey - family, love, loss, mental health and self-discovery. More than anything, ‘My Mess, My Heart, My Life.’ is about learning to accept your past, understanding yourself a little better, and finding hope in the fact that we’re all a work in progress.”

Over the past two years, Myles has established himself as one of the UK’s most exciting new artists, amassing more than 4.7 billion streams worldwide, attracting more than 23.5 million monthly Spotify listeners, winning the 2025 BRIT Rising Star Award, earning an Ivor Novello Award for Most Performed Work for ‘Stargazing’ and seeing ‘Nice To Meet You’ become the most played song across UK radio, television and public spaces throughout 2025, while building a global fanbase through his emotionally direct songwriting and powerful live performances. His breakthrough single ‘Stargazing’ is now certified 3x Platinum in the UK, while subsequent releases including ‘Nice To Meet You’ have continued to cement his position as one of Britain’s defining new voices.

His breakthrough single ‘Stargazing’ has now accumulated more than 2.09 billion streams globally, while releases including ‘Nice To Meet You’, ‘Gold’, ‘Stay (If You Wanna Dance)’ and ‘Drive Safe’ featuring Niall Horan have introduced Myles to audiences around the world. ‘My Mess, My Heart, My Life.’ builds on that momentum, bringing together the themes, stories and experiences that have shaped his journey so far.

Built around three interconnected themes - Mess, Heart and Life - the album explores family, grief, identity, mental health, love and self-acceptance, forming Myles’ most honest and revealing body of work to date.

The album’s title serves as both its emotional framework and guiding principle. Across fifteen tracks, Myles revisits formative moments from throughout his life, examining childhood experiences, family relationships, personal struggles and the people who helped shape him.

Opening with the striking title track ‘My Mess’, Myles reflects on the impact of a fractured upbringing and the complexities of growing up. Elsewhere, ‘Grandma’s Place’offers a moving reflection on family, memory and missed opportunities, while ‘Sertraline’ sees him speak candidly about anxiety, depression and the importance of emotional openness.

Throughout the album, Myles continues to expand the scope of his songwriting. ‘Mary’s Song’ shines a light on the experiences of women affected by abuse and hardship, while songs such as ‘Lifetime’, ‘Dying Days’ and ‘Heaven’ explore love, devotion and the passage of time.

Speaking on ‘Heaven’, Myles says: “‘Heaven’ was inspired by watching some of my closest friends get married and start families of their own. Seeing that kind of love up close made me think about the people who bring peace, stability and joy into our lives. It’s a song about finding someone who makes the world feel a little lighter and realising that, sometimes, heaven isn’t a place - it’s a person”.

Among the album’s standout moments is current single ‘Hold Me In The Dark’, a song centred around connection, reassurance and finding light during uncertain times. Since its release, the track has continued to gather momentum, earning A List support at both BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio 2 while soundtracking a run of major moments including performances at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend alongside Niall Horan, The One Show and Capital’s Summertime Ball.

Earlier this year, Myles was named the recipient of the BRIT Rising Star Award and collected the Ivor Novello Award for Most Performed Work for ‘Stargazing’, while PPL recently confirmed that ‘Nice To Meet You’ was the most played song across UK radio, television and public spaces throughout 2025.

The album arrives as Myles enters the biggest chapter of his live career so far. The 2026 world tour spans headline dates across North America, Europe and the UK alongside a series of stadium appearances supporting Ed Sheeran, before culminating in arena dates across the UK and Ireland this November, including the sold-out headline show at London’s The O2.

With ‘My Mess, My Heart, My Life.’, Myles Smith delivers a debut album that captures not only where he is today, but everything that brought him here.

Alongside the success of ‘Stargazing’, Myles’ catalogue continues to resonate globally, with ‘Nice To Meet You’now certified Platinum in the UK, while ‘A Minute’ is certified Gold and ‘Gold’, ‘My Home’, ‘Solo’, ‘Stay (If You Wanna Dance)’ and ‘Wait For You’ have all achieved Silver certification.

‘My Mess, My Heart, My Life.’ Tracklist:

1. My Mess

2. Hold Me In The Dark

3. Hate You

4. Grandma’s Place

5. Mary’s Song

6. Sertraline

7. Drive Safe (with Niall Horan)

8. Heaven

9. Dying Days

10. Lifetime

11. Dublin Lights

12. Stargazing

13. Nice To Meet You

14. Stay (If You Wanna Dance)

15. Gold

‘My Mess, My Heart, My Life.’ is out now.

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2x GRAMMY-WINNING GLOBAL SUPERSTAR TYLA RELEASES NEW SINGLE + MUSIC VIDEO “IS IT LOVE”

AVAILABLE NOW

A*POP

THE SOPHMORE ALBUM FROM TYLA

COMING FRIDAY, JULY 24

PERFORMING AT MAWAZINE FESTIVAL IN MOROCCO

SUNDAY, JUNE 21

TAKES THE STAGE LIVE FOR ‘THE TODAY SHOW’S

CITI CONCERT SERIES

ON FRIDAY, JULY 24

(Los Angeles, CA — June 18)

2x-GRAMMY® winner and global superstar, TYLA, continues her dominant march towards her forthcoming sophomore studio album, A*POP, today with the release of her new single, “IS IT LOVE” The song, which follows the bombshell releases of TYLA’s previous singles “She Did It Again” with Zara Larsson and the smash hit “Chanel,” champions TYLA’s genre-blending approach for a summery blend that is heavy on both vocal prowess and narrative.

To punctuate another ascendant TYLA summer, she will also perform at the massive Mawazine Festival in Morocco on Sunday, following her involvement in the launch of the FIFA World Cup festivities — where she performed the national anthem for her native South Africa at the opening ceremony in CDMX, and performed the official 2026 World Cup single "Game Time" alongside rap superstar Future at the Los Angeles opening World Cup ceremony.

[LISTEN: “IS IT LOVE” HERE]

[WATCH: TYLA, “IS IT LOVE” HERE]

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TYLA's records hit the dance floor and the heart at the same time. She's built a catalog that moves bodies while saying something deeply personal underneath, and 'IS IT LOVE' is the latest example. On the new single, TYLA asks with total sincerity, 'Is it love, if you don't cry?' then doubles down: 'It don't mean sh*t if I don't see tears in those eyes.' That emotional weight, carried by a club-ready rhythm, is exactly the juxtaposition that's kept TYLA's larger-than-life rise feeling intimate.

The official music video matches the song’s tangible intensity. Directed by Aerin Moreno, TYLA creates an atmosphere filled with despair and longing, completely immersing herself into the energy of the song. At the onset of the video, the young superstar is engaged in enthralling choreography, prancing around an apartment adored with blue-tinted hues. However, as the video progresses, so does TYLA’s despondency, and her surroundings begin to deteriorate. Glass is shattered and flooding begins as she continues her choreo, punctuated by the appearance of a love interest observing the scene from outside the window. They’re close together physically, but their souls are far apart.

“IS IT LOVE,” A*POP’s third official single, was first teased by TYLA last week on Instagram and TikTok, where excited fans ran up the views of a brief 15-second teaser to the tune of over a quarter-million in just the first hour. TYLA has become an expert in generating widespread excitement for her impending releases, and almost instantaneously her fan base began clamoring for the full record.

TYLA first teased the arrival of her A*POP album in the official video for the hit single, “Chanel,” with a subtle ode to the title that was interpolated into the video’s set design. Since then, she’s dropped measured hints that have sent anticipation through the proverbial roof, especially on the red carpet of this year’s GRAMMY® Awards, where TYLA took home her second “Best African Music Performance” trophy for “PUSH 2 START.” Donning a flag representing her native South Africa, TYLA was brimming with confidence in her new album. “I just knew that as I lived through the making of the album, it was going to fall into place, which it did,” TYLA dished to Rolling Stone. “I feel like I just did something really fresh and so… TYLA.” A couple months later in New York City, hype skyrocketed when TYLA brought her A*POP energy to the streets of SoHo with a pop-up event - celebrating the achievement of being i-D magazine’s first cover subject for their Beauty Zine.

Awards season has already been kind to TYLA in the lead-up to her album release. In addition to this year's GRAMMY® victory, TYLA was victorious at The American Music Awards, taking home prizes for 'Best Afrobeats Artist' and 'Social Song of the Year' for 'Chanel.' She's also up for two 2026 BET Awards — Video of the Year and Viewers' Choice, both for 'Chanel' — with the ceremony airing June 28. She was also regarded once again as an indisputable highlight from this year’s famed MET Gala, where the singer donned a custom Valentino dress that was written and raved about across the global fashion scene, drawing "suitably bold” compliments from VOGUE.

Festival season has been similarly kind. TYLA is set to perform a handful of high-profile and international stages this year following Sunday’s appearance in Morocco, including Portugal’s Afronation, Romania’s Beach Please!, Switzerland’s Montreux Jazz Festival and Hellwatt Festival in Italy. Stateside, she will celebrate the release of A*POP on its release day with what is sure to be a scintillating performance on The TODAY Show’s famed Citi® Concert Series stage.

TYLA is becoming synonymous with summer, and A*POP is about to create core memories across the world. Stream and watch “IS IT LOVE,” and pre-order A*POP here.

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Batang Lampara, Batang Kuwentista 2026 returns to inspire a new generation of Filipino storytellers

The nationwide storytelling competition opens its doors to Grades 1–6 students, championing reading, creativity, and Filipino children's literature

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The spotlight is once again on young Filipino voices as Batang Lampara, Batang Kuwentista 2026 launches its nationwide search for the country’s next outstanding young storytellers.

Presented and organized by Lampara Books, the annual competition continues the tradition of promoting a love for reading, as well as encouraging the new generation of youth to discover the joy of storytelling through Filipino books. The contest is open to Filipino students in Grades 1 to 6 nationwide.

This year’s edition promises to be bigger and more inclusive than ever. According to Segundo D. Matias Jr., Founder and CEO of Lampara Books and Precious Pages Corporation, the student competition aims to reach aspiring storytellers from every corner of the Philippines through a virtual presentation format.

“We made sure that Batang Lampara, Batang Kuwentista 2026 would be accessible nationwide through virtual presentations, allowing interested children to participate regardless of location,” Matias shares. “This edition is particularly special because we have published many new titles over the past two years. At a time when the country is facing a reading crisis, we remain committed to ensuring that our advocacy reaches more children. Through creative storytelling, we want to make sure we provide a more enjoyable experience for everyone.”

Batang Lampara, Batang Kuwentista 2026 serves as a platform for nurturing literacy, imagination, and self-expression among Filipino children. Matias emphasized that storytelling is a vital skill that helps young readers develop a lasting appreciation for books, especially in an increasingly digital world reliant on algorithmic trends. “We want children to see reading not as a requirement but as an enjoyable and life-changing experience. Aside from showcasing talent, we want participants to discover that reading can be empowering.”

The program reflects Lampara Book’s long-standing commitment to promoting Filipino children’s literature and encouraging deeper engagement with stories. By inviting children to interpret and retell narratives in their voice, the competition helps them cultivate critical thinking, empathy, and confidence.

Matias adds, “Every human life is a story. Through books, children learn to see themselves, understand their experiences, and discover solutions to challenges they may face.”

Participation in Batang Lampara, Batang Kuwentista 2026 is free of charge, making it accessible to young storytellers across the Philippines who are eager to share their talent and passion for stories. Interested participants may register through: bit.ly/batangkuwentista2026

For inquiries and general information, interested students may send a message through Lampara Books’ official Facebook page or email: lamparabooks21@gmail.com.

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justin’s lunan exhibit officially sold out; fans still have a chance to attend through Sony Music Philippines giveaway

The immersive showcase will feature original artworks anda blind auction for charity

Manila, Philippines –justin’s highly anticipated arts and music showcase, lunan, is officially sold out!

For those who missed it, don’t worry! Sony Music Philippines is currently running a promo giveaway for the fans who wish to experience the exhibit curated by SB19’s very own creative director. Interested participants may sign up through the following link: http://justin.lnk.to/lunangiveaway.

The promotional period runs until June 18, 2026 at 12 NN.

The event, which will take place at the Sari-Sari Space in Quezon City, on June 19, 2026, will bring together “justin’s visual journey, artworks from the creative minds behind dahon, and pieces from the fans who continue to inspire him.”

One of the event highlights include a blind auction, where attendees and fans can submit sealed, one-time bids for exclusive items. A portion of the revenue will be donated to select non-government organizations (NGOs) supporting environmental conservation and sustainability.

Other activities include a special performance art, plus more surprises.

On the same day, justin will drop his new single, “dahon,” which he describes as a “vow of timeless love amid an ever-changing world.” The pop ballad marks another collaboration with acclaimed OPM artist Maki, who penned the track.

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As a solo artist, justin has proven himself as a visionary creative across multiple disciplines, driven by his commitment to an advocacy of meaningful existence. He is one of the most-streamed P-Pop soloists, racking up more than 45 million streams on Spotify alone with only four official songs released to date. Beyond his individual pursuits, the charismatic multi-hyphenate is also part of the iconic P-Pop powerhouse SB19, where he takes on multiple key roles, including serving as the creative director.

justin’s “dahon” will be available on all digital music platforms worldwide beginning June 19, 2026, via Sony Music Entertainment. Pre-save link: https://justin.sng.to/dahon

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Lola Amour, Shirebound, and Over October headline the first edition of Alt.chestra: the concert

Three of the biggest names in modern OPM reimagine their biggest songs through sweeping orchestral arrangements and special collaborative numbers

Good things come in threes!

Lola Amour, Over October, and Shirebound are headlining the inaugural edition of Alt.chestra—a concert series that reimagines select songs with lush orchestral arrangements.

Taking place at the Music Museum on August 8, 2026, Alt.chestra Vol. 1 serves as the first installment of an intimate performance showcase that merges contemporary band performance with the grandeur and intimacy of an orchestra, led by renowned musical director Ronald Tomas.

The event is presented by GNN, the production team behind celebrated, sold-out concerts DAMA (Johnoy Danao, Ebe Dancel, and Bullet Dumas), and Secrets (Aia de Leon, Barbie Almalbis, and Kitchie Nadal).

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Outside of their individual sets, Lola Amour, Over October, and Shirebound will also share the stage for a special collaborative number, offering a rare and exclusive moment that promises to be one of the evening’s highlights.

The three biggest bands of this generation have built loyal fan communities through years of live performances, balancing independent credibility with commercial success. Together, they represent a generation of artists whose music continues to appeal simultaneously across audiences and platforms.

Cumulatively, the three supergroups have amassed more than a billion streams on Spotify alone while earning critical acclaim, multiple awards, and top billing at major music festivals nationwide.

Tickets are now available via bit.ly/altchestravol1 with the following packages:

VIP: PHP 2,400 (includes soundcheck access, poster, and post card)

Orchestra: PHP 1,500 (reserved seating)

Balcony: PHP 999 (free seating)

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MBNEL RELEASES HIS ALBUM FOREVER II

THE TRANSCENDENT BODY OF WORK CHRONICLES MBNEL’S

EVOLUTION AS A MAN, FATHER AND ARTIST

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South Stockton star, MBNel released his highly-anticipated album Forever II via Muddy Boyz and EMPIRE.

The album pays homage to the first project MBNel ever released at the beginning of his career “Forever I” (2018) and focuses on Nel’s evolution as a man, father and artist. The project will feature his hit single “Internet” and follows his hit single “Ashtray” with O Side Mafia, which charted #15 on Spotify PH, #25 on YouTube trending, and has over 10M streams to date.

MBNel came up in the streets of Stockton, California; a city that shaped every bar, every melody, and every honest line he's ever written. A first-generation Filipino-American, MBNel defied the odds stacked against him. Surrounded by poverty, gang life, and violence from an early age, he turned lived experience into art; and art into a career.

The “MB” stands for Muddy Boyz—a name rooted in Stockton’s “Mudville” nickname—and Mattie Boys, named after Mattie Harrell Park where his crew came up. It’s more than a rap name; it’s a lifestyle and representation of where he’s from. Through raw storytelling, melodic pain, and street honesty, MBNel built one of the strongest independent fanbases to come out of Northern California.

Signed to EMPIRE, he has accumulated millions of streams across Spotify and YouTube while collaborating with artists including BLXST, Mozzy, $tupid Young, and O Side Mafia. His hit collaboration “Ashtray” with O Side Mafia expanded his reach internationally, charting on Spotify Philippines and YouTube trending charts. MBNel’s music has also crossed into sports culture with his song “Born To Win” being used by the San Francisco 49ers; further solidifying his growing impact beyond music and into mainstream culture. From the streets of Stockton to stages in the Philippines, MBNel continues to represent his city while evolving as an artist, father, and man; turning pain, loyalty, and real-life experiences into music that resonates worldwide.

Forever II Tracklist

1. Perfect

2. Internet

3. Blame On Me

4. Hardbody

5. 1 of 1

6. Fine By Me

7. Remind You

8. Prayer

9. Lost Time

10. Proud of You

11. Feels Different

12. Bottled Emotions

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RIAA PLATINUM ARTIST KENSHI YONEZU RELEASES WORLD CUP ANTHEM “KARASU - RAVEN”

SHARES AWARD-WINNING

“IRIS OUT” PERFORMACE HERE

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TOKYO, JAPAN (June 15, 2026) – Following a historic year that saw KENSHI YONEZU become the first artist ever to earn an RIAA Platinum certification for a Japanese-language song and break multiple global streaming records, Japanese superstar KENSHI YONEZU has released his new single “Karasu – Raven,” the 2026 NHK Soccer Theme now available HERE.

Written by KENSHI YONEZU for the FIFA World Cup 2026 season, “Karasu – Raven” arrives digitally on June 15, coinciding with Japan’s opening World Cup match against the Netherlands. The newly unveiled cover artwork was illustrated by Yonezu himself, continuing the multidisciplinary creative approach that has defined his career as both a musician and visual artist.

The release follows the extraordinary success of “IRIS OUT,”Yonezu’s theme song for CHAINSAW MAN – THE MOVIE: REZE ARC. The track became one of the biggest Japanese-language releases in recent history, setting records for the highest weekly streaming total and the fastest song ever to reach 100 million streams in Japan, while also becoming the highest-charting Japanese-language song in global chart history.

To celebrate the release of “Karasu – Raven,” Yonezu has also shared a live performance video of “IRIS OUT” from MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026, the country's largest international music awards ceremony watch here. At the event, Yonezu emerged as one of the night's biggest winners, taking home six awards including Best J-Pop Song, Best Digital Culture Artist, and regional honors across Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America.

The performance captures a landmark moment in Yonezu’s career as his influence continues to expand beyond Japan. Over the past several years, he has become one of the defining figures in contemporary Japanese music, with a catalog spanning blockbuster anime, film, television, and global cultural franchises.

His 2018 breakthrough hit “Lemon” became one of the most successful songs in Japanese music history, while “KICK BACK” made history as the first Japanese-language song ever certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). In 2025, Yonezu completed his largest-ever world tour, KENSHI YONEZU 2025 TOUR / JUNK, performing across Asia, Europe, and North America to more than 440,000 fans.

With “Karasu – Raven” now turns his attention to the world's biggest sporting stage, soundtracking Japan’s World Cup campaign while continuing a run of achievements that have helped redefine the global potential of Japanese-language music.

ABOUT KENSHI YONEZU

After gaining success with Vocaloid music under the stage name HACHI, Kenshi Yonezu began producing under his real name in 2012. In addition to music, he has attracted attention for his album cover illustrations and video productions. The video for his hit single “Lemon”, the long-running theme song for the TV series Unnatural, is the most-viewed music video in Japan, and topped Billboard Japan’s year-end charts for two consecutive years, leaving a mark on music history both in Japan and abroad.

His 2020 album STRAY SHEEP set a record of 1.9 million copies sold with the highest-placing Japanese artist ever to appear on the IFPI year-end global ranking chart. He continued to work tirelessly during the COVID-19 pandemic, including performing as the first Asian in a virtual concert hosted by the online game Fortnite. Collaborated globally with UNIQLO on their UT collection with the storefront collaboration displays in NY and other 8 UNIQLO stores worldwide. He was awarded an AAC Award, listed in Forbes’ 100 Asian Digital Stars, and received the Minister of NEWS RELEASE Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s Art Encouragement Prize for New Artists.

In 2022, he released “M87” as the theme song for the filmShin Ultraman, and “POP SONG” as the theme song for a PlayStation commercial. His single “KICK BACK,” the opening theme for the TV anime CHAINSAW MAN, made Spotify’s Global Top 50, and became the first Japanese-language song certified Gold by RIAA®. He was also selected as the first and only Japanese artist to be a part of the “RIAA Class of 2023”, with which the association summarized the artists who had flourished in the year.

In 2023, Yonezu released “Tsuki Wo Miteita - Moongazing” as the theme song for the RPG game Final Fantasy XVI, and “Chikyugi - Spinning Globe” – the theme song Studio Ghibli’s animated film The Boy and the Heron (Academy Award Winner for Best Animated Feature, 2024), directed by Hayao Miyazaki.

In August 2024, Yonezu wrote “Garakuta – JUNK”, the theme song of the movie LAST MILE, and released his sixth studio album, LOST CORNER. In September, Yonezu released an exclusive line of graphic tees in collaboration with Uniqlo, as part of their ongoing UT series celebrating pop culture from around the world. After 11 years, Hachi (Kenshi Yonezu) himself created a new illustration for the VOCALOID song “Donut Hole”, and a fully animated music video based on the illustration. Original chocolate was also released from Godiva Japan as the “GODIVA x HACHI Donut Hole Collection” from October as the first time for Godiva worldwide to create a chocolate collection lineup in collaboration with an artist. In November Yonezu released “Azalea”, a song written as the theme song for the global Netflix series Beyond Goodbye. For the first time in 6 years, appeared at Kohaku Uta Gassen.

In 2025, Yonezu released “Plazma”, a theme to the filmMobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning- and also the theme to its anime series Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX. He then released the theme to the anime series Medalist with a collaboration music video between Kenshi Yonezu and the Winter Olympics gold medalist Yuzuru Hanyu. Yonezu kicked off his largest-scaled world tour, KENSHI YONEZU 2025 WORLD TOUR / JUNK after performing domes in Japan, toured Asia, Europe, and the U.S., drew a total of 440,000 people. In September, his global hit “KICK BACK” received Platinum certification from the RIAA, marking the first time a Japanese-language song has achieved the milestone in the U.S. He recently released “IRIS OUT” as the theme song for the theatrical feature CHAINSAW MAN – THE MOVIE: REZE ARC, alongside the ending theme “JANE DOE,” a collaboration with Hikaru Utada. “IRIS OUT” set multiple all-time records, including the highest weekly streaming total and fastest song to reach 100 million streams in Japanese chart history, the highest weekly point total on Billboard JAPAN, and a peak at No. 5 on the Billboard Global 200 chart, the highest placement ever for a Japanese-language song. In October, Yonezu released “1991” as the theme song for the film 5 Centimeters per Second, and on December 31, he appeared on the 76th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen, delivering the first-ever live performance of “IRIS OUT.”

In May 2026, “Peace Sign” also achieved RIAA Gold certification, giving Yonezu three separate RIAA-certified Japanese-language hits — an unprecedented achievement for a Japanese solo artist. Kenshi Yonezu has just recently announced his new tour, KENSHI YONEZU 2026 TOUR / GHOST— a 6-city, 14-show arena headliner across Japan. The tour will kick off in Nagano on November 6, 2026, and will travel through Osaka, Aichi, Fukuoka, Miyagi, and Kanagawa, concluding on December 17.

As for Yonezu’s music videos, “Lemon” has surpassed 970 million views, continuing to break the records of Japanese artists.  It is one of the 18 music videos of his songs that garnered him a commanding record of surpassing 100 million views each (“Lemon,” “Eine Kleine,” “LOSER,” “Peace Sign,” “Haiirotoao (+Masaki Suda),” “orion,” “Flamingo,” “Kanden,” “Fireworks,” “Paprika,” “Shunrai,” “Uma to Shika,” “Spirits of the Sea,” “KICK BACK,” “IRIS OUT,” Foorin’s “Paprika” and Masaki Suda’s “Machigaisagashi,” “Sayonara, Mata Itsuka! – Sayonara”). He has over 8.65 million subscribers on his official YouTube channel.

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MULTI-PLATINUM RECORDING ARTIST, SONGWRITER AND HITMAKER BEBE REXHA UNVEILS HER MOST PERSONAL PROJECT AND FIRST ALBUM AS AN INDEPENDENT ARTIST: 'DIRTY BLONDE'

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Multi-platinum artist Bebe Rexha unveils her new album ‘DIRTY BLONDE’ - last June 12, 2026. As her first release as a fully independent artist, the project represents a bold new chapter—one that sees Bebe embracing complete creative freedom and crafting music entirely on her own terms without the constraints of a major label. Fans can stream the album here. 

Spanning thirteen tracks that cover her full artistic range, from dancefloor anthems to intimate, unfiltered honesty, ‘DIRTY BLONDE’ marks a new chapter in Bebe Rexha’s career. 

“‘DIRTY BLONDE’ became so much more monumental to me than I ever expected. Making this album independently reminded me why I fell in love with music in the first place. I had the freedom to trust my instincts, take risks and create something that feels completely mine. ‘DIRTY BLONDE’ is me in my truest form: honest, unapologetic and free,” Bebe shares. 

Some artists make albums because it’s expected; others make them because they can’t not make them. ‘DIRTY BLONDE’ is unmistakably the latter. Bebe Rexha has always followed her own path: writing for other artists, collaborating on major dance hits, and becoming a successful pop star in her own right. But with ‘DIRTY BLONDE’, she opens up in a way she never has before. She tells her own story in her own words, without a filter. Since early 2026, she has partnered with EMPIRE, a collaboration that has fully restored her creative and artistic autonomy. As a singer-songwriter, that’s something she deeply values—and you can hear it in every track on the album.

The album opens with “Hysteria”, released on April 3 and one of the first previews of what ‘DIRTY BLONDE’ would become. Where many openers ease you in, Bebe Rexha throws the doors wide open here: intense energy, vocals that fill the room, and a techno production that makes the feeling of emotional overwhelm truly audible. With “Tokyo”, the album shifts into something unexpected. The track breathes UK garage influences and carries a quirky energy that resists easy genre labels, revealing a side of Rexha that rarely sounds this free. It makes clear how effortlessly she blends styles—and why that’s exactly her strength.

One of the lead singles is “New Religion”, her collaboration with the iconic British dance group Faithless. Inspired by the timeless 1995 club classic “Insomnia”, the track is fully reimagined for a new era. Bebe Rexha’s vocals transform a dancefloor icon into a modern club track that honors the original while being entirely her own. The song has received worldwide acclaim, climbed to nearly 20 million streams on Spotify, and was performed live on major TV shows and stages. 

Bebe Rexha on “New Religion”: “"New Religion" is basically my salvation on the dance floor. It’s about letting go and completely surrendering to the music. I was in a dark place when I wrote it, and I realized music had always been the one thing that never let me down. When the bass hits, you feel it in your body, and suddenly you feel alive again. I hope that when people hear it, they want to get up and dance, but even more, I hope it makes them feel alive”.

In the middle of the album, Bebe Rexha becomes even more spontaneous. “S.H.I.T.” is direct and completely unfiltered—the kind of track you can only make when you have nothing left to prove. “Çike Çike” adds a funky house dimension that feels surprising yet never forced. It’s one of the moments on Dirty Blonde where Rexha’s willingness to push boundaries is most palpable.

The album also reveals her most vulnerable side. “I Like You Better Than Me” is brutally honest—a song about liking someone so much that you set yourself aside for a moment. “Drink and a Little Love” pairs that sentiment with a warm, instantly resonant atmosphere. With “One Day”, Bebe captures a quiet, unpolished hope—the kind of emotion you don’t so much write as stumble upon.

In the second half of ‘DIRTY BLONDE’, a new layer emerges. “Time” carries an urgency that recalls her earlier crossover work while living fully in the present. “The Way I Want You” is one of the most direct songs of love and longing on the record, while “Nobody’s There” shows the album at its darkest and most introspective. These are the songs that make ‘DIRTY BLONDE’ more than a collection of singles—they form the album’s emotional backbone.

“Night Falls” feels like the natural bridge to the finale: a track that balances stillness and tension, setting up the album’s most powerful closing statement. ‘DIRTY BLONDE’ ends with “Sad Girls”, her collaboration with David Guetta. The track has already become an anthem for anyone turning sorrow into strength on the dance floor. Emotional depth wrapped in an energetic production that perfectly fits today’s international dance scene. Bebe Rexha’s powerful vocals, combined with David Guetta’s unmistakable progressive house signature, deliver a closer that feels both personal and explosive. Ending here is no accident. “Sad Girls” sums up what ‘DIRTY BLONDE’ is at its core: acknowledging pain, and choosing to dance anyway.

‘DIRTY BLONDE’ proves that creative freedom isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. On this project, Rexha holds complete control over her sound, her story, and her image. The result is her most personal and daring work to date: a project that doesn’t try to please everyone, but hits exactly the right people in exactly the right way. Thirteen tracks, zero compromises.

‘DIRTY BLONDE’ Tracklisting
1. Hysteria
2. Tokyo
3. New Religion (met Faithless)
4. S.H.I.T.
5. Çike Çike 
6. I Like You Better Than Me
7. Drink and a Little Love
8. One Day
9. Time
10. The Way I Want You
11, Nobody’s There
12. Night Falls
13. Sad Girls (met David Guetta)
 

Stream 'DIRTY BLONDE' here

About Bebe Rexha

Multi-Platinum global superstar Bebe Rexha is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and creative force whose powerhouse vocals and genre-blending sound have made her one of the most impactful artists of her generation. With billions of global streams and a catalog of chart-dominating hits, Rexha has earned acclaim for both her solo work and her collaborations across pop, dance, hip-hop, and country. Known for her fearless honesty, undeniable hooks, and bold creative vision, Rexha has written and recorded some of the most recognizable songs of the last decade, cementing her reputation as both a hitmaker and a boundary-pushing artist. From sold-out tours to major festival stages, she continues to captivate audiences worldwide with her dynamic performances and unapologetic artistry. For more information, visit: https://areudirty.com.

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EMEI SHARES HER BOLD & DRAMATIC EP 'NIGHT AT THE OPERA' OUT NOW VIA ATLANTIC/NICE LIFE RECORDS

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A little drama never hurt anybody — and Chinese-American singer-songwriter Emei proves exactly that on her new EP, ‘Night at the Opera’, out now via Atlantic Records and Nice Life. Fans can listen to the EP here. 

‘Night at the Opera’ is a bold and vibrant showcase of Emei’s signature blend of sincerity, emotion, and theatrical flair. Marking a return to her musical theatre roots, the EP embraces the highs, lows, and larger-than-life feelings that have become central to her artistry. As Emei explains, “I wanted to lean into being a theater kid again... you’re going to get all of the pain, emotion, and drama from me!”.

The result is a project that is unapologetically expressive, emotionally honest, and irresistibly fun, further cementing Emei as one of pop’s most exciting emerging voices.

Alongside the EP release, Emei has shared the official visualizer for the single “Noah”,  the EP’s self-proclaimed diss track. “If you know me, you know I always slip in a diss track,” she shares. “It’s a letter to my past self and to any girl who comes across an LA performative man who I’m just going to name ‘Noah’. No offense to any nice Noahs out there, but it’s dangerous! There are men out there memorizing dialogue from The Notebook. I had this realization: the character of Noah isn’t actually this awesome, good dude—he’s kind of bad”.

Emei - "Noah" (Official Visualizer)

Created alongside GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter Justin Tranter (Chappell Roan, Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez) and GRAMMY Award-winning producer Ricky Reed (Lizzo, Leon Bridges, Phantogram), ‘Night at the Opera’ finds Emei at her most theatrical across five buoyant tracks full of drama, flair, and fun. Candy-coated hooks, honest lyrics, and punchy production lay the groundwork as Emei reconnects with a part of herself she had lost. “Right now, I’m the most truthful version of myself,” she explains. “The music is fun, ridiculous, and honest. I’m doing exactly what I want to do”.

Emei first burst onto the scene with her 2022 single “Late to the Party”, which surged on TikTok and put her on the map. This was followed by 2023’s “Scatterbrain”, which landed on Spotify’s Best Pop Songs of 2023 list (and was recently featured in the hit series ‘Off Campus’), cementing Emei as an indie-pop artist to watch.

'Night at the Opera' Tracklisting

1.Night at the Opera
2. What's The Point!
3. Noah
4. Bloom
5. Simple Request

Listen to 'Night at the Opera' here
Watch the visualizer for "Noah" here

About Emei

Growing up in New Jersey, Emei and her grandmother formed an unbreakable bond. The two shared a room and spent their summers traveling to China together. She primarily spoke Chinese at home and actually studied under her vocal coach, Sally Gu, from the Chinese school she attended on weekends. Chinese culture had a massive influence on Emei - from listening to  Chinese pop to actually placing 3rd on Chinese Idol at 15-years-old (and later appearing on China’s Dancing with the Stars). But it was when she found her love for musicals, spinning her parents West Side Story CD on repeat, where she really discovered her love for music and performing. 

Emei went on to earn her degree in cognitive science from Yale University and in 2022 she started uploading her original music online. Emei made major waves with 2022’s “Late to the Party”, surging on TikTok and igniting her 'End of an Era' EP. However, she reached critical mass with the release of her single, "Scatterbrain". Touted as one of Spotify’s “Best Pop Songs of 2023”, the title track eclipsed 71 million Spotify streams followed by “Irresponsible” with 31 million Spotify streams. She sold out a series of dates across Australia and throughout 2025, headlined her biggest tour to date, performing to sold-out crowds coast-to-coast in the US and in the EU. 

But in 2024 her beloved grandma passed and her world changed. Emei threw herself into what would become 'Night at the Opera'. Collaborating with Reed, Justin Tranter, and more, she held nothing back, processing this particular loss, various friendship breakups, a loss of herself amidst it all, and a “massive quarter-life crisis.”

“It was one of the toughest years of my life,” she admits. “The project was born from grief. It’s a big elevation from my past music, because it was written during a season of intense and extreme emotions”.

She’s center stage, she’s unapologetically in her feelings, and she’s sharing them aloud with no fucks given—and it’s glorious.

“I grew up doing theater, but the vibe changed when my pop music career started,” she states. “I wanted to lean into being a theater kid again. This project is definitely a homecoming. My subconscious bullied teenage brain is always like, ‘You don’t want to try so hard. Just be cool’. But fuck that! I like trying hard. It’s part of who I am. I care about every little detail. So, you’re going to get all of the pain, emotion, and drama from me!”

'Night at the Opera' is unlike anything you’ve ever heard. Allow Emei to personally welcome you to the show.

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Barbie’s Cradle reunites for a comeback concert, announces new music

The influential Filipino alternative rock outfit marks its comeback with original music and an intimate one-night-only concert this August 2026

Barbie’s Cradle, one of the Philippines’ most iconic alternative bands of the late 1990s and early 2000s, are set to stage their highly anticipated comeback this year.

Fronted by lead vocalist and guitarist Barbie Almalbis and composed of members Wendell Garcia on drums, Rommel dela Cruz on bass, and Kakoy Legaspi on guitars, the multi-awarded supergroup will return with the release of three new songs, culminating in a special one-night-only concert on August 1, 2026, at the Music Museum.

“We’re excited to revisit the greatest hits and misses while also sharing new songs that reflect where we are now in our lives both as musicians and human beings,” shares Barbie Almalbis. “We’ve reached a point where we approach music-making with greater confidence and purpose. This new body of work is more collaborative and intentional than ever. We’ve poured months of hard work into these songs, and we can’t wait for everyone to hear what we’ve created.”

Known for award-winning albums such as Barbie’s Cradle, Music from the Buffet Table, and Playing in the Fields, the band has remained deeply influential in the local music scene, particularly for woman-fronted bands and singer-songwriters. Their evolving sound, introspective and inspirational songwriting and lyrical depth, shaped by the personal journey of vocalist Barbie Almalbis, continue to appeal to audiences across generations. Over the years, the group has earned multiple recognitions, including NU Rock Awards, Awit Awards, and KATHA Awards.

Barbie Almalbis: One Night Only is presented by GNN, a Manila-based concert and events promoter. According to Milley Habito, one of the heads behind the production company, the comeback concert represents not only a nostalgic dream for longtime fans but also an important cultural moment for today’s music audience.

“It’s an honor to work with Barbie’s Cradle for this special project,” explains Habito. “We first teased the iteration of the show during Barbie Almalbis’ 25^th anniversary show three years ago, but this time, we’re taking the concert experience to an entirely new level. Staged in a theater setting, the concert is built around a meticulously crafted concept and theme, with elevated production values designed to create a memorable experience for fans and new listeners alike.”

Tickets are now available via:

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VIP – PHP 2,900

Includes photo op (6pax/batch), soundcheck access, signed poster

Orchestra – PHP 1,900

Balcony – PHP 1,300 (free seating)

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ONE CLICK STRAIGHT signs global management with The Rest Is Noise, announces mini-Asian tour

The partnership marks a major step in the Filipino indie rock band's international expansion, with festival appearances in Mongolia and Vietnam

Acclaimed Filipino indie rock quartet ONE CLICK STRAIGHT has officially signed to The Rest Is Noise (TRIN) for global management.

Under the agreement, TRIN will oversee the band’s international bookings and management activities outside the Philippines, including artist development, touring, brand partnerships, synchronization and licensing opportunities, and other commercial and professional ventures aimed at expanding ONE CLICK STRAIGHT’s presence in global markets. The partnership will be undertaken in collaboration with the band’s manager, Eezh Arcangel.

The official announcement arrives alongside a slate of major international festival appearances for the band, including performances at Playtime Festival in Mongolia and a forthcoming festival in Vietnam this July 2026.

The signing represents a progression for both parties, following a year of collaboration through regional showcase festivals, music export initiatives, and international industry networking programs spearheaded by TRIN, OCS, and their manager, Eezh.

“After facilitating numerous export initiatives for Filipino music artists to connect with not just audiences but also music industry professionals abroad since 2018, we have decided to take it one step further with working on artist development and management for global markets,” said MC Galang, co-founder of The Rest Is Noise PH. “We felt there’s still a huge gap between what we consider ‘export-ready’ artists—those who are ready for and have elicited interest from international markets—and these new audiences, which require a lot of investment, strategy, planning, and meaningful connections. Since the Philippines is still considered an ‘emerging’ market, we have to actively pursue, if not create, these opportunities.”

MC emphasized that ONE CLICK STRAIGHT meets all the criteria for being an export-ready artist—thanks to “their strong catalog, incredible stage presence, their ability to deliver a curated experience that can be translated not just for Filipino audiences but across various audiences, and an expansive creative and sonic arsenal.”

She explains, “It was clear during their massively well-received performance at our annual showcase festival, AXEAN Festival, held in Bali last year, that they have impressed our delegates—important players in key international markets—which brought them to more festival appearances at Music Lane Festival in Japan and Bangkok Music City in Thailand; at All of the Noise here in Manila; in Singapore before that, through our partnership with Baybeats Festival; and two more festivals in July: Playtime Festival in Mongolia and a yet-to-be-announced appearance in Vietnam later next month. We look forward to helping ONE CLICK STRAIGHT reach these new opportunities as we continue our work platforming Filipino music artists around the world.”

With international shows on the horizon, ONE CLICK STRAIGHT’s Tim Marquez shared his excitement in bringing the band’s music to new audiences and connecting with diverse cultures around the world. He hopes their songs, stories, and live performances will continue to inspire listeners across borders. “I think it’s a humbling feeling to know the music you’ve created in such a small and personal space is resonating in different places. I firmly believe that Filipino music deserves to be heard, and I’m just grateful to the people who listen.”

Echoing Tim’s sentiments, ONE CLICK STRAIGHT’s Sam Marquez  expressed enthusiasm for the opportunities that lie ahead through the band’s growing international presence and partnership with The Rest Is Noise. “The Rest is Noise has been so helpful guiding and supporting us through our international journey. We’re always looking forward to learning new things with them. Their passion mirrors ours, and that’s the kind of collaboration we want with us on this journey.”

Over the past decade, ONE CLICK STRAIGHT has emerged as one of the country’s most respected independent acts. Composed of brothers Sam Marquez (vocals, guitar, songwriter), Toffer Marquez (vocals, guitar, songwriter), Toffer Marquez (vocals, bass), and Tim Marquez (drums, vocals, songwriter), alongside longtime collaborator and friend Joel Cartera (Jpapi) on guitar, the band has independently released two full-length albums and two EPs, collectively amassing more than 20 million streams on Spotify alone.

Their music and live performances have taken them across the Philippines and onto international stages, earning recognition from leading music publications and tastemakers from the Asian region.

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• Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oneclickstraight

About The Rest Is Noise PH

The Rest Is Noise PH (TRIN) is a music curator, export and exchange facilitator, events production, and online publication based in Manila, Philippines.

Founded in 2015, TRIN has curated and produced more than 40 shows: ranging from pocket venues to outdoor festival settings. It is home to the annual Summer Noise and All Of The Noise music showcase and culture platform event, which feature critically acclaimed homegrown and international music acts, primarily dedicated to showcasing Asian and Asian diaspora music artists, such as Japanese Breakfast, Phum Viphurit, Elephant Gym, Turnover, Deafheaven, Hitsujibungaku, Last Dinosaurs, Up Dharma Down, Sandwich, and more. These shows highlight the rich and diverse backgrounds, cultures, and styles of music artists from home and abroad, championing both emerging and established music-makers.

In 2020, TRIN co-founded AXEAN Festival (formerly ASEAN Music Showcase Festival), a first-of-its-kind traveling regional showcase festival that aims to put the spotlight on music artists and communities from Southeast Asia—rooted in music discovery, community-based networking, and music industry education—by incorporating structured, artist- and community-centric initiatives including music conference, industry matchmaking/speed meetings, and songwriting camp, resulting to meaningful career opportunities (such as music export) and creative, cultural exchanges.

In 2025, TRIN celebrated its 10th anniversary with All Of The Noise 2025, a diverse, music culture-centric event, including live music performances, music discussions, music documentary screenings, and a music photography exhibit, which was hailed by leading Filipino news site Rappler for its “commitment to addressing social struggles through different lenses in the music industry. Beyond just a celebration, All Of The Noise 2025 served as a space for reflection and advocacy, encouraging its audience to see and use the art of music as a tool for change.”

All Of The Noise returned for a 3-day global music community event that took place on April 17-19, 2026, which featured over 30+ music artists from across the Philippines, Indonesia, Singapore, Taiwan, and New Zealand; a Spotify for Artists Masterclass; and for its conference program, platformed six discussions and three music documentary screenings; and collaborative studio sessions between Filipino and international music artists.

In June 2026, TRIN formally launched its artist development and global management service consultancy, signing ONE CLICK STRAIGHT as its first artist partner for global management.

TRIN’s co-founders have worked with global music partners, including Warner Music Asia, Sony Music Philippines, SXSW, HipHopDX Asia, and programmed, collaborated with, and/or participated at numerous music showcase festivals in the United States of America (SXSW), Spain (Primavera Pro), France (Les Escales), Finland (WOMEX), Mexico, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and India.

TRIN takes pride in fostering a thriving sense of community, culture, and inclusivity—providing a platform that champions the best of Asian music and strengthening regional and global connections, onstage or in the digital space.

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Tradition Turned Up: Raja Rani Drops 'Sexy Tamil’

Out now via Organic Tunes

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Artisan fashion label and electronic music duo Raja Ranireleased their new single “Sexy Tamil” on 5 June 2026, featured on Organic Tunes’ Organic Collection Vol. 2 alongside KITA, DeNaTa and Let’s Rave. The track marks Raja Rani’s boldest sonic statement yet: a seamless fusion of driving electronic production and contemporary Tamil vocals that celebrates the energy, confidence and cultural richness of modern Tamil identity.

“Sexy Tamil” brings together Raja Rani’s signature electronic sound with the voice of Nadisha Thomas, a celebrated playback singer from Tamil Nadu, India, whose work spans South Indian film and independent music and reaches close to half a million monthly listeners. Her first recording was at the age of 6, and she’s one of the most versatile singers in Chennai. From rock to opera, she does it all. Be it in a studio or on stage, her mellifluous and versatile voice, marked by emotion, power, and precision, continues to captivate audiences. The result is a track built equally for attentive listening and the dance floor – Tamil vocals given contemporary urgency, rooted in tradition yet entirely of the moment.

“Sexy Tamil” has been a live staple for Raja Rani over the past year. The duo debuted and refined the track at festivals including Wonderfruit Festival and Bali Spirit Festival, as well as in clubs across Singapore, where it has consistently drawn some of the strongest crowd responses of their sets. The single’s release now opens that experience to a global audience.

“We’ve been playing ‘Sexy Tamil’ live for over a year and the reaction is always one of the highlights of our sets. It feels right to finally share it with the world. The track is a celebration of Tamil culture, of confidence, of what happens when tradition meets the dance floor,” say Raja Rani founders Beatrice and Naveen.

About Raja Rani

Born from a love story between an Italian girl and an Indian boy, raised on separate continents with distinct musical influences and diverse cultural soundscapes, they found their musical paths crossing in Singapore. The fusion of diverse cultures and musical styles, from tribal rhythms to house and techno, defines RAJA RANI and their ever-evolving journey.

Raja Rani is also a designer duo, transforms preloved Indian sarees into bold, colourful kimonos and garments. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, blending tradition with modernity and sustainability with style.

The Indian-Italian powerhouse couple have built a label that is celebrated as the Silver Winner in the Slow Fashion Label category at the Honeycombers Sustainability Awards 2025and a Finalist for the Singapore Fashion Council’s IMPACT Award 2025. Website | IG

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SB19’s justin enlists Maki’s songwriting magic for upcoming new single “dahon”

The song marks another creative partnership between the two artists, following justin’s appearance in the “habangbuhay pansamantala” music video

Manila, Philippines – P-Pop star justin teams up with acclaimed singer-songwriter Maki on his upcoming new single “dahon,” which he describes as a “vow of timeless love amid an ever-changing world.” The track is penned by Maki, a gifted singer-songwriter whose knack for heartwarming melodies and relatable sentimentality is prevalent in the material.

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The collaboration marks another creative partnership between the two artists, following justin’s appearance in the sci-fi-inspired music video of Maki’s “habangbuhaypansamantala."

According to justin, the upcoming new single captures romance in its purest form. “It’s a song about love that blossoms, thrives, and grows through time.”

Lyrically, “dahon” expresses the enduring power of real love, and as Justin puts it, “It stands like a firm tree thatsurvives the biggest adversity and the only things that are constant in life: change and time.”

A multi-faceted performer known for his work as a performer, creative director, visual artist, and member of SB19, justin reveals that working with Maki has long been a personal aspiration, being a longtime fan of his work in music.

“His creativity and branding align closely with my vision and preferences. Working with him is not only a great opportunity for my career but also an incredible experience.”

As a solo artist, justin has proven himself as a visionary creative across multiple disciplines, driven by his commitment to an advocacy of meaningful existence. He is one of the most-streamed P-Pop soloists, racking up more than 45 million streams on Spotify alone with only four official songs released to date. Beyond his individual pursuits, the charismatic multi-hyphenate is also part of the iconic P-Pop powerhouse SB19, where he takes on multiple key roles, including serving as the creative director.

justin’s “dahon” will be available on all digital music platforms worldwide beginning June 19, 2026, via Sony Music Entertainment. Pre-save link: https://justin.sng.to/dahon

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GRAMMY Award-Winning Rock Icon Jack White Announces New Album, Lead Single "Dollar Bill" Premieres Today

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LEAD SINGLE
“DOLLAR BILL”
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June 10, 2026 – Philippines – Jack White has announced the release of his much-anticipated new album, 'Frozen Charlotte', arriving via Third Man Records on Friday, July 10. The album will be available across black vinyl, CD and cassette, alongside three limited-edition vinyl variants: “Zug Island Blue” as the Third Man Records exclusive, “Chrome” for the Jack White tour and webstore, and “Ice Blue” for independent record stores.

Jack White's seventh studio LP, 'Frozen Charlotte', is led by the new single “Dollar Bill”, out now on all streaming platforms. “Dollar Bill” and consequently, 'Frozen Charlotte', were teased via the new Third Man Release Lab, a free, two-part, behind-the-scenes online series that explores Third Man Records’ creative approach to record releases and demystifies the album release process.

Fans tuning into each Release Lab unknowingly witnessed glitching album imagery, allusions to the Frozen Charlatan character, and listened to a “Dollar Bill” audio clip for the first time. Watch the Third Man Release Lab Part 1 and Part 2.

The announcement  of 'Frozen Charlotte' follows the premiere earlier this year of two fiery new songs, “Derecho Demonico” and “G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs”, where White and his band marked the release with electrifying performances of both songs during a landmark sixth career appearance on NBC’s Saturday Night Live.

Produced by White, “G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs” and “Derecho Demonico” represent White’s first new music since 2024, a year highlighted by the release of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee’s critically lauded sixth studio album, 'No Name'. The acclaimed collection was honored with a 2025 GRAMMY® Award nomination for “Best Rock Album” – White’s 34th solo-career nomination and 46th overall, along with 16 total GRAMMY® Award wins.

Listen to “Dollar Bill” here: ffm.to/jackwhitedollarbill
Pre-save the album 'Frozen Charlotte' here: ffm.to/jackwhitefrozencharlotte
 

About Jack White
Born and raised in Detroit as the youngest of 10 siblings, Jack White’s utilitarian approach filters through all his work, from self-producing his own music to the Third Man empire he founded, to his upholstery and various other art and design pursuits. Over a quarter century into his professional musical career, White’s ability to weave relevant, compelling, and poignant artistry to his music leaves him unparalleled.

When the White Stripes started in 1997, no one, least of all White, ever expected that a red, white and black two -piece band would take hold in the mainstream world. The release of 'Elephant' in 2003 not only cemented the band’s reputation but also offered the #1 hit single “Seven Nation Army”, which has since been appropriated as arguably the most popular chant in sports stadiums around the world. On November 8, 2025, The White Stripes were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
 
To date, White has won 12 GRAMMYs in eight different categories with 36 career nominations and was honored with the Producers & Engineers Wing “President’s Merit Award” in 2017. White formed a "new band of old friends," The Raconteurs, whose debut album 'Broken Boy Soldiers' featured the #1 hit single "Steady, As She Goes”. In 2009, he started The Dead Weather with members of The Kills, Queens of the Stone Age and The Greenhornes.

White’s solo repertoire consists of the pivotal albums Blunderbuss, Lazaretto, Boarding House Reach, Fear of the Dawn, Entering Heaven Alive, and most recently No Name. In April of 2026, White released new singles “G.O.D. And The Broken Ribs” and “Derecho Demonico” which he celebrated with his sixth musical guest performance on SNL.

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JOJI SURPRISE RELEASES ‘PISS IN THE WIND (DELUXE)’ ALBUM

9 ADDITIONAL SONGS INCLUDING COLLABORATIONS WITH THE KID LAROI, YEAT, ANYMA, AND CORBIN

‘SOLARIS’ GLOBAL ARENA TOUR KICKS OFF JUNE 16TH AT PRUDENTIAL CENTER IN NEW JERSEY

PISS IN THE WIND DEBUTED AT #5 ON BILLBOARD’S TOP 200 CHART

“From commandeering the wave of lo-fi tinted trap and hip hop in the late 2010s to cementing himself as an alt pop heavy hitter, Joji consistently reinvents himself and truly proves himself as one of the most interesting artists in the alternative, ‘anti’ pop sphere.”

-CLASH

“From the blown-out bass of ‘PIXELATED KISSES’ to the delicate textures of ‘If It Only Gets Better,’ Piss in the Wind is layered on all fronts.”

-Hypebeast Magazine

Today, critically acclaimed singer and producer Joji surprise-releases the Deluxe edition of his fourth studio album Piss In The Wind, out now via Palace Creek. Listen here. The Deluxe version expands the album's sonic world with 9 additional tracks, featuring collaborations with The Kid LAROI, Yeat, Anyma,and Corbin. For longtime fans, the Deluxe also includes two highly sought-after, previously unreleased demos: "DYKILY (2017 Demo Version)" and "FTC."

Deluxe highlight "Bluffin'" features The Kid LAROI, pairing the Australian singer-rapper with Joji's glitched-out vocals over bright, pulsing production from Sam Homaee, BNYX, and 1SRAEL. The Deluxe also packages recently released collaborations with Yeat ("Back Home") and Anyma ("Beautiful"), further showcasing the breadth of Joji's sound.

Later this month, Joji kicks off his international SOLARIS TOUR with dates spanning North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. Joji will take the stage at major arenas around the world, including Prudential Center, Barclays Center, Intuit Dome, The O2, and more on this Live Nation-promoted tour. The SOLARIS TOUR marks Joji's most ambitious production to date and features a setlist packed with his biggest hits, from "Glimpse of Us" to "SLOW DANCING IN THE DARK." The tour will also mark the first-ever live performances of songs from Piss In The Wind, bringing this next chapter to life on stage for the very first time.

The North American leg of the SOLARIS TOUR will be supported by Nate Sib and Corbin. The Europe and Australia/New Zealand legs will be supported by Tommy Richman. For tickets and the latest updates, fans can visit Joji's website HERE.

Released in February via Palace Creek, Piss In The Wind bridges Joji's sonic past and present, balancing melancholic, brooding songwriting with gritty yet atmospheric production. An expansive 21-track record with vivid creative direction, it stands as a fully realized artistic statement — one that lets the music speak for itself. The album features collaborations with Giveon, 4batz, Yeat, and Don Toliver.

Upon release, Piss In The Wind debuted at #5 on the Billboard 200, #1 on Indie Store Album Sales, and #1 on both the Current Alternative Albums and Current Pop Albums charts in the U.S. The album also reached new chart heights globally, with Top 10 debuts in Australia (#3), the UK (#6, a new peak), Germany (#4, a new peak), and the Netherlands (#9, a new peak), as well as his highest-ever chart debuts in France, Belgium, Italy, and beyond.Piss In The Wind (Deluxe) artwork —

UPCOMING TOUR DATES:

Tuesday, June 16 — Newark, New Jersey — Prudential Center

Friday, June 19 — Toronto, Ontario — Scotiabank Arena

Saturday, June 20 — Montreal, Quebec — Bell Centre

Tuesday, June 23 — Chicago, Illinois —United Center

Thursday, June 25 — Boston, Massachusetts — TD Garden

Friday, June 26 — Brooklyn, New York — Barclays Center

Monday, June 29 — Charlotte, North Carolina — Spectrum Center

Wednesday, July 1 — Orlando, Florida — Kia Center

Thursday, July 2 — Atlanta, Georgia — State Farm Arena

Monday, July 6 — Austin, Texas — Moody Center

Wednesday, July 8 — Dallas, Texas —American Airlines Center

Friday, July 10 — Phoenix, Arizona — Mortgage Matchup Center

Saturday, July 11 — Los Angeles, California — Intuit Dome

Sunday, July 12 — Los Angeles, California — Intuit Dome

Tuesday, July 14 — San Francisco, California — Chase Center

Saturday, July 18 — Portland, Oregon — Moda Center

Sunday, July 19 — Seattle, Washington — Climate Pledge Arena

Tuesday, July 21 — Salt Lake City, Utah — Maverik Center

Thursday, July 23 — Denver, Colorado — Ball Arena

Tuesday, August 11 — Dublin, Ireland — 3Arena

Thursday, August 13 — London, United Kingdom — The O2

Sunday, August 16 — Manchester, United Kingdom — Co-Op Live

Wednesday, August 19 — Cologne, Germany — Lanxess Arena

Friday, August 21 — Copenhagen, Denmark — Royal Arena

Sunday, August 23 — Warsaw, Poland — COS Torwar

Tuesday, August 25 — Amsterdam, Netherlands — Ziggo Dome

Thursday, August 27 — Brussels, Belgium — Forest National

Saturday, August 29 — Berlin, Germany — Velodrom

Monday, August 31 — Zurich, Switzerland — Hallenstadion

Tuesday, September 1 — Paris, France — adidas arena

Thursday, September 3 — Milan, Italy — Unipol Forum

Wednesday, November 11 — Brisbane, Australia — Brisbane Entertainment Centre

Saturday, November 14 — Sydney, Australia — Qudos Bank Arena

Tuesday, November 17 — Melbourne, Australia — Rod Laver Arena

Thursday, November 19 — Auckland, New Zealand — Spark Arena

Saturday, November 21 — Singapore — Arena @ EXPO

Sunday, November 22 — Singapore — Arena @ EXPO

Tuesday, November 24 — Bangkok— Impact Exhibition Hall

Sunday, November 27 — Kaohsiung — Kaohsiung Arena

Friday, November 29 — Hong Kong — AsiaWorld Expo, Runway 11Connect with Joji:

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Reverb Worship’s New Podcast Offers Honest Conversations on Faith, Life, and the Heart Behind Worship

Pilot Episode Premieres on June 5 Featuring Andrea Badinas and the Song “Ako’y Sa ’Yo”

Reverb Worship, the music arm of CBN Asia, officially launches Reverb Worship: The Podcast, a new faith-based conversational podcast premiering on June 5, 2026 on Spotify and YouTube via @ReverbWorshipPH.

The podcast features honest conversations with worship leaders, creatives, and believers about the moments that shape their faith, identity, calling, and personal growth. Through real stories and meaningful discussions, the show explores how worship becomes a response to God’s faithfulness in every season of life.

Hosted by Joselle Feliciano and Icko Gonzalez for the pilot episode, the podcast aims to create a space that feels authentic, hopeful, and relatable for listeners navigating their own faith journeys. From Episode 2 onwards, Joselle will be joined by fellow Reverb Worship artist Neo Rivera as co-host.

“For me, the podcast feels like a natural extension of Reverb Worship,” shares producer, host, and Reverb Worship artist Joselle Feliciano. “The music we create has always come from real stories, real questions, and real seasons with God, and this format gives us the chance to go deeper into the heart and journey behind those songs.”

John Valdes Tan, CBN Asia’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer adds, “The Reverb Worship podcast was created to show that there’s more to worship than music; it is a lifestyle. By featuring Christian artists, we learn how to face life with joy and hope amid its challenges. We believe these conversations will inspire viewers to live victorious lives that worship God.”

The pilot episode features Andrea Badinas and centers on the theme “Loved Anyway,” inspired by her song “Ako’y Sa ’Yo.” Through Andrea’s personal story, the episode reflects on what it looks like to encounter God’s love even in moments of weakness and imperfection. It is a conversation about grace, belonging, and the kind of love that does not withdraw when people are messy or unsure, but instead moves toward them with patience and kindness.

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TELEPHONE: (+632) 8737 0700 E-MAIL: info@cbnasia.org

New episodes of Reverb Worship: The Podcast will be released every other week.

Watch the pilot episode premiering on June 5, 2026 on Spotify and on YouTube via @ReverbWorshipPH.

Follow @ReverbWorshipPH on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and future episode announcements.

Source: CBN Asia

Malcolm Todd releases new album Do That Again out now via Columbia Records

"Malcolm Todd is a rising star with a sweet, lilting voice and a knack for intimate popcraft."
- Rolling Stone

Malcolm Todd releases his new album Do That Againout today via Columbia Records. The album arrives to early critical praise from Rolling Stone, which awarded it four stars and called Malcolm “a rising star with a sweet, lilting voice and a knack for intimate popcraft.” Across the Do That Again, Malcolm steps into the promise of a fully formed pop star, threading classic pop songwriting through a modern R&B lens with humor, instinct, and meticulous detail holding it all together.
 
On the eve of the release, Malcolm made his debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, performing “I Saw Your Face” live for the first time along with his RIAA Platinum-certified single “Earrings,” which climbed to No. 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 and currently sits at No. 4 on Spotify’s Weekly US Songs chart.
 
Three years ago, Malcolm Todd had never played a show. Today, he's moved 100,000 tickets across three continents in a single touring cycle. More recently, he sold out a deliberate underplay for his most devoted fans at The Fonda Theatre in seconds. His rise has been built in real rooms, one sold-out night at a time, with streaming momentum catching up to the live demand already surrounding him.
 
Malcolm’s rise has been unusual because it reflects the evolution of a real-time relationship with an audience. Fans have not just streamed the songs; they have carried them from bedrooms to packed rooms, turning his shows into communal sing-alongs before the traditional machinery fully caught up. That connection sits at the center of Do That Again, an album about being young, newly untethered, a little reckless, and suddenly aware that the private moments you write through might belong to thousands of people by the next tour.
 
Malcolm introduced himself with his 2024 mixtape Sweet Boy, and two years later the project has taken on a life of its own: the RIAA Platinum-certified "Earrings," "Sweet Boy," and "Roommates" have surged back into Spotify's Top 100 simultaneously, driven entirely by organic fan rediscovery. He followed Sweet Boy with his self-titled debut Malcolm Todd, which has accumulated over 859 million global streams, propelled by the RIAA Platinum-certified "Chest Pain (I Love)," his first Billboard Hot 100 entry, now surpassing 433 million streams worldwide. The song's reach extended further when Don Toliver prominently sampled it on his hit "E85," which peaked at No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped the Hot Rap Songs chart.
 
In 2025, Malcolm completed his sold-out Wholesome Rockstar Tour, playing to packed rooms across three continents and sharpening the live presence that has become central to his rise. Festival sets at Camp Flog Gnaw, Pitchfork Paris, Lollapalooza, and Austin City Limits brought that energy to bigger stages, with crowds singing back the songs that first built his fanbase online and on the road.
 
Malcolm will be performing at Outside Lands and Osheaga this year, with more tour dates to be announced soon.
 
Do That Again is available now, including signed vinyl in red and white colorways and an exclusive burgundy vinyl via Urban Outfitters.

 

Photo credit: Aidan Cullen

Do That Again 
Jean Skirt
Obsessica
Free.99
Breathe
I Saw Your Face
Difficult Love
Malcolm In The Middle
Ain’t That The Truth
Gun To My Head
X’s & O’s
Lonely Song
Good Bye
Do That Again

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Source: Nyou

Pick up the phone! Carousel Casualties just dropped their new single, “nananabik”

MANILA, PHILIPPINES—Filipino indie pop band Carousel Casualties has dropped a somber, dream pop track perfect for the drizzly season.

Inspired by the picturesque feeling of reaching out for the phone to call someone, “nananabik” longs for a person at the wee hours of the night, trying to evade any form of contact despite the heart telling otherwise.

Known for their slice-of-life indie pop songs that reflect the complexities of young adulthood, Carousel Casualties continues the tradition of writing sophisticated tunes that hold more emotional weight even in its most  subdued form. Their new track “nananabik” carries this familiar scenery with melodies that fizzle and gleam like lights lining the road: a well-crafted track like “Leona,” “season 1 episode 43” and the recent viral hit “hindi ko alam,” but more deceptively adventurous in a sonic sense.

As Emmie Villegas, vocalist and main songwriter of the band, envisions it, “nananabik” is a song that is tethered to a specific narrative: “You pace around your apartment like a lunatic craving for answers, but then you go back to bed. You close your eyes and try to fall asleep…. You miserably fail, of course.” This continues as the subject internally debates his decision to finally reach out while the tune continues on and on–no resolve whatsoever.

“As a band, we really like making songs based on TV shows and films,” Villegas shares. “Just imagine that “nananabik” is one of those films that is open to interpretation.”

“nananabik” is now available for streaming on digital streaming platforms. Follow Carousel Casualties on their social media to catch them live!

About Carousel Casualties

From a humble 16 sqm bedroom, their journey began. Their 2017 debut EP Madison, featuring hits like “Leona,” “Safety,” and “San Junipero,” gained traction in Manila's indie scene and earned them a 2019 AWIT Awards nomination for Best Rock Arrangement.

In 2020, they pushed boundaries with their debut album Static Electricity Dreams of Longevity.

The band broke its pause in 2024 with new releases: “hindi ko alam,” coveted "OPM Sleeper Hit of the Year" award from RX 93.1; then “bakasyon,” “malinaw,” with their latest single “ano ba talaga?”, building momentum as they produce their highly anticipated album “cattleya” set for release later in 2026.

Emmie, Pau, Ryan, and Tep continue to evolve, delivering bigger sounds from small rooms.

Carousel Casualties Socials:

FB: https://www.facebook.com/carouselcasualtiesph

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carouselcasualties/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@carouselcasualties

TT: https://twitter.com/carouselcslts

 Source: Nyou 

Offshore Music honors the legacy of the Eraserheads’ Fruitcake with Rob Cham merch collaboration

Rob Cham’s vibrant illustration invites fans old and new into the magical world of Fruitcake Heights

Manila, Philippines – Filipino independent record label Offshore Music teams up with award-winning illustrator and comics creator Rob Cham for a special limited-edition merchandise to mark the 30th anniversary of the Eraserheads’ critically acclaimed fourth studio album, Fruitcake.

The limited-edition t-shirt features Cham’s modern take on the album’s whimsical world, giving listeners a fresh visual entry point into one of the most important works in Philippine music.

Known for his distinct visual storytelling, Cham approached the project as both a tribute and reinterpretation of the original Fruitcake universe.

“I wanted to do my take on the storybook while also keeping it something that people would see and be curious about what the album is about,” the acclaimed artist explains. “I wanted to make other fans of Fruitcake happy and tried to capture the energy that the album has. While working on this, I listened to the album nonstop, reread the book, and looked up all the old music videos to get in the headspace. There are so many crazy characters and visuals and pure imagination in the album and storybook, and I wanted to make people feel as excited as I was when I first learned about the album.”

As Fruitcake reaches its 30^th anniversary, Cham hopes the merch encourages fans to revisit the album and discover it anew.

“I hope people give the album another listen and reconnect with their memories of Filipino Christmas,” he says. “For those discovering it for the first time, I hope they experience it from start to finish and piece together the story. I hope they find something new they hadn’t noticed before and wear this shirt with love for this album. More importantly, I hope it becomes a meaningful part of their collection.”

Released in 1996, Fruitcake is widely regarded as the band’s Christmas concept album, cementing its place as a cult favorite among fans. Recorded entirely in English, the 22-track record follows the journey of a young girl through the fictional community of Fruitcake Heights.

The launch of the Rob Cham x Fruitcake 30^th Anniversary merch line will be available at the Offshore Music Bazaar on June 26, 2026, at Thai Mookata, Makati City—same day and venue as the Fête de la Musique The Indie Stage.

Source: Nyou