MANESKIN RELEASE NEW SINGLE ‘THE LONELIEST’

FOLLOWING SURPRISE SOLD OUT SHOW LAST NIGHT AT THE UNDERWORLD IN LONDON

(London - 7th October 2022) Today, global rock sensations Måneskin release their highly anticipated

new single ‘The Loneliest’, listen here. The single comes after a summer of phenomenal success

which saw the band dominate festival slots across the globe, as well as perform at Global Citizen,

MTV VMA Awards and more.

Stepping out of their comfort zone to vocalise a new sound not yet explored since their global

success, ‘The Loneliest’ is writhing with odes to classic old-school rock ballads. With roaring vocals

and electrifying guitar solos that are tinged with elegant delicacy, the single sees the band at their

most vulnerable yet.

Talking about the single, Damiano of Måneskin says: “We’re so excited for you all to finally hear

The Loneliest. This song means a lot to me, it’s a personal song but I hope you can all relate to

it in your own way. We played a tiny surprise show in London last night and performed The

Loneliest live for the first time and your reaction meant so much to us! We’re having a

whirlwind year touring the globe, meeting fans at gigs and festivals all over the world, from

Japan to America to Europe and beyond, and we can’t wait to continue touring and releasing

more music into 2023!"

Continuing to leave an indelible mark on the music scene with a swagger and attitude all too scarce

on the scene, Måneskin continue to redefine what it means to be a rock band in 2022. Last night

(Thursday 6th October) they sent fans in the United Kingdom into raptures as they performed new

single ‘The Loneliest’ at the 500 capacity The Underworld in Camden, North London. Announcing the

show the day before via their social channels, Maneskin ripped through a 45 minute set in the sweat

drenched venu after taking to the streets to meet fans who weren’t lucky enough to get in, and play a

heartfelt stripped back version of ‘The Loneliest’ ensuring fans inside and out of the venue were given

a night they will never forget.

Still riding high on the global success of bona fide radio hit ‘Supermodel’ that now stands at 170M

global streams, Måneskin are continuing a phenomenal summer of worldwide domination. 2022 has

so far seen full-throttle, colossal headline shows and huge main stage festival sets at Lollapalooza to

over 65,000 fans where the band literally rocked the crowd up close and personal, Italy’s historic Circo

Massimo which the band sold out and performed a stunning headline set to over 70,000 fans, Rock in

Rio, Pinkpop, Rock am Ring, Summer Sonic, and many more.

Adding to the band’s skyrocketing list of achievements this year alone, Måneskin performed their hit

single ‘SUPERMODEL’ at this year’s MTV VMA Awards - a performance that proved too hot for live

TV, with censors deeming the performance unsuitable for TV broadcast. Their performance has since

been restored and is available to watch on-demandHERE. The celebratory night also saw the band

proudly take home the VMA for ‘Best Alternative Video’ - the first ever VMA Award for an Italian artist.

Måneskin are set to bring the LOUD KIDS tour to the U.S. this winter before returning to Europe and

the UK in 2023.

MÅNESKIN’S Upcoming LOUD KIDS TOUR Dates

October 26, 2022 – Mexico City, Mexico – Pepsi CenterSOLD OUT

October 31, 2022 - Seattle, WA - Paramount TheatreSOLD OUT

November 3, 2022 - San Francisco, CA - Masonic Theatre SOLD OUT

November 4, 2022 - San Francisco, CA - Masonic Theatre

November 7, 2022 - Los Angeles, CA - The Palladium

November 8, 2022 - San Diego, CA - SOMA NEW DATE

November 10, 2022 - Phoenix, AZ - AZ Federal Theatre

November 12, 2022 - Salt Lake City, UT - The Complex

November 14, 2022 - Denver, CO - The Fillmore SOLD OUT

November 17, 2022 - Chicago, IL - Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom NEW DATE

November 18, 2022 - Detroit, MI – Fillmore SOLD OUT

November 21, 2022 - Toronto, ON - History SOLD OUT

November 22, 2022 - Toronto, ON - History SOLD OUT

November 24, 2022 - Montreal, QC - MTelus SOLD OUT

November 26, 2022 - Boston, MA - MGM @ FenwaySOLD OUT

November 28, 2022 - Philadelphia, PA - The FillmoreSOLD OUT

November 29, 2022 - Philadelphia, PA - The Fillmore

December 2, 2022 - New York, NY - Hammerstein Ballroom SOLD OUT

December 3, 2022 - New York, NY - Hammerstein Ballroom SOLD OUT

December 5, 2022 - Washington DC - Anthem SOLD OUT

December 7, 2022 - Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle SOLD OUT

December 9, 2022 - Miami, FL - Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Café (previously at: Fillmore) VENUE

UPGRADE

December 12, 2022 - Houston, TX - 713 Music Hall (previously at: Bayou Theatre) VENUE

UPGRADE

December 13, 2022 - Dallas, TX - Southside BallroomSOLD OUT

December 16, 2022 - Las Vegas, NV - Virgin Theatre

February 23, 2023 - Pesaro, Italy - Vitrifrigo ArenaEXTRA TICKETS

February 25, 2023 - Turin, Italy - Pala Alpitour SOLD OUT

February 27, 2023 - Amsterdam, Netherlands - Ziggo Dome (previously at: AFAS LIVE)

March 2, 2023 - Brussels, Belgium - Forest NationalSOLD OUT

March 3, 2023 - Brussels, Belgium - Forest NationalNEW DATE

March 6, 2023 - Berlin, Germany - Mercedes Benz Arena (previously at: Verti Music Hall)

March 10, 2023 - Cologne, Germany - Lanxess ArenaNEW DATE

March 13, 2023 - Paris, France - Accor Arena (previously at: Zenith)

March 16, 2023 - Bologna, Italy - Unipol Arena SOLD OUT

March 17, 2023 - Bologna, Italy - Unipol Arena NEW DATE

March 20, 2023 - Florence, Italy - Nelson Mandela Forum SOLD OUT

March 21, 2023 - Florence, Italy - Nelson Mandela Forum SOLD OUT

March 24, 2023 - Rome, Italy - Palazzo dello SportSOLD OUT

March 25, 2023 - Rome, Italy - Palazzo dello SportSOLD OUT

March 28, 2023 - Naples, Italy - Palapartenope SOLD OUT

March 29, 2023 - Naples, Italy - Palapartenope SOLD OUT

March 31, 2023 - Bari, Italy - Palaflorio SOLD OUT

April 3, 2023 - Milan, Italy - Mediolanum Forum SOLD OUT

April 4, 2023 - Milan, Italy - Mediolanum Forum SOLD OUT

April 6, 2023 - Milan, Italy - Mediolanum Forum SOLD OUT

April 11, 2023 - Barcelona, Spain - Palau Saint JordiNEW DATE

26 April 2023 - Zurigo, Svizzera - Indoor Stadium (previously at: Halle 622)

April 28, 2023 - Vienna, Austria - Wiener Stadthalle

30 April 2023 - Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg - RockhalSOLD OUT

May 2, 2023 - Copenhagen, Denmark - The Royal ArenaNEW DATE

May 5, 2023 - Milan, Italy - Mediolanum Forum

May 8, 2023 - London, UK - The O2 Arena (previously at: O2 Academy Brixton)

May 12, 2023 - Warsaw, Poland - Torwar Hall SOLD OUT

May 14, 2023 - Prague, Czech Republic - O2 Arena (previously at: Malá Sportovní Hala)

May 16, 2023 - Budapest, Hungary - Budapest Arena (previously at: Barba Negra)

May 18, 2023 - Riga, Latvia - Arena Riga

19 May 2023 - Tallinn, Estonia - Saku Suurhall

ABOUT MÅNESKIN

“A Genuine Force… rejuvenating rock 'n' roll for the younger generation,” MÅNESKIN is a critically

acclaimed four-piece-rock band that began busking on the streets of Rome as teenagers, and now

just a few years later, are a razor tight group of captivating musicians widely hailed for being at the

forefront of driving a worldwide resurgence of Rock music. The band has Over 289 certifications,

including 44 Gold, 230 Platinum, and 15 Diamond. The past year has seen the band reach over 6

BILLION streams, while surging to #1 in numerous countries and across the Global charts of multiple

digital platforms (including the #2 TikTok song of 2021). The band’s meteoric rise has continued

straight into 2022, as they performed on Saturday NightLive, were hailed by The Los Angeles Times

as “America’s New Favorite Rock Band,”, won Best Alternative Video at the VMAs, Top Rock Song at

Billboard Music Awards, Best New Alternative Artist at iHeart Radio Music Awards, various wins at

National award shows in Japan, Spain, Poland, Hungary, and Finland, as well as over 19 nominations

globally including the Brit Awards, NME Awards, Kerrang Awards, Swiss Music Awards, and more.

They are also the first Italian band to have won the "Best Rock" award at the MTV Europe Music

Awards 2021. This summer has seen MÅNESKIN contribute a distinctive rendition of “If I Can Dream”

for ELVIS, the major motion picture and #1 charting soundtrack. Their Max Martin produced single

“SUPERMODEL” has recently surpassed 150 Million global streams, appeared in the Top 20 APC

in 17 countries, and remained #1 on the Billboard Alternative chart for 5 consecutive weeks.

Simultaneously, the band’s reputation as the leading new generation MUST-SEE LIVE rock act builds each and every time they take the stage. The band have been dominating the world’s stages in 2022, with a city-stopping sold out show at Rome’s historic Circus Maximus, and huge appearances at

Lollapalooza, Rock am Ring, Summer Sonic, Rock in Rio and many more.

Source: Sony Music Philippines

ALOK, SIGALA, AND ELLIE GOULDING TEAM UP FOR NEW DANCE POP ANTHEM “ALL BY MYSELF”

THE SINGLE BRINGS TOGETHER DEPECHE MODE’S ICONIC “ENJOY THE SILENCE” SAMPLE WITH ELLIE GOULDING’S HYPNOTIC VOCALS

LISTEN TO ALL BY MYSELFHERE

 Los Angeles, California - October 7, 2022 - Brazil’s biggest artist and internationally acclaimed DJ Alok, known for colossal collaborations with John Legend, Jason Derulo, Tove Lo, and most recently Ella Eyre for the #1 sound of the Summer "Deep Down," has joined forces with multiplatinum singer/songwriter Ellie Goulding and British DJ/Producer Sigala to release their irresistible new track, "All by Myself." The dance pop anthem brings the timeless sample of Depeche Mode’s "Enjoy The Silence," who were notably impressed with the final result of the song and gave it the honor of its first clearance to be released; available on all digital streaming platforms HERE.

A rarity and an honor, Depeche Mode gave Alok, Sigala, and Ellie Goulding the first green light ever to use their “Enjoy The Silence” sample. The sample is used in the drop of "All by Myself," which concentrates all the elements, including Goulding’s glossy vocals and Alok and Sigala’s flawless production, into a smash hit for the Fall season. The holy grail of samples, Alok wanted to use it with the respect the song deserves, and all artists are very pleased with the outcome, turning this release into a top priority for all.

Brazilian superstar, voted #4 DJ in the world by DJ Mag with a remarkable 70 million social media followers, music producer and philanthropist Alok is best known for global hit singles like "Hear Me Now” and his chart topping remix of MEDUZA’s “Piece of Your Heart,” for which he won “Best Remix” at the 2020 International Dance Music Awards. Alok was recently in New York city to launch his remarkable climate change partnership with the United Nations’ Global Compact and the Alok Institute. “The Future Is Ancestral” project helped kickoff New York’s Climate Change Week with a series of informative, international panels and a historic first-ever performance on the rooftop of the United Nations headquarters. Alok’s newest track “Deep Down” simultaneously hit #1 on Billboard’s Dance chart and is still climbing the streaming charts.

“It was a pleasure to work with Ellie and Sigala on this track and such a huge honor that the electronic music pioneers Depeche Mode liked it enough to give us the legendary “Enjoy The Silence” sample and let us officially release it. We are all so thrilled with how it came out!” - Alok

Ellie Goulding’s empowering vocals have made her a world-renowned artist and have led her to win such accolades as “Best British Female Solo Artist.” Goulding has become one of UK's best-selling female artists with over twenty-three Top 40 singles, including three number ones. Her biggest single “Love Me Like You Do” quickly climbed the U.K. charts to number one and has over 2.2 billion views on YouTube. Her fearless and ethereal vocals have made her the go-to artist for top charting collaborations with artists such as Calvin Harris, Diplo and Big Sean. The pop superstar also sang at the Royal Wedding Reception for Princess Kate Middleton and Prince William. Her latest album Brightest Blue became her fourth RIAA certified Platinum album. Recently, Ellie performed at The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon with her new single Easy Lover feat Big Sean.

“It was such an incredible experience to work with Alok and Sigala on this new track - they’re both such unique and amazing artists and coming together was a delight. I hope this song gives people the self-love and power that I felt when writing it. We need to make sure we’re loving and taking care of ourselves so we can receive the same from those around us.” - Ellie Goulding

Uniquely renowned for his cheerful dance-pop sound, UK-based DJ and producer Sigalahas made a name for himself as one of the most played British DJs on UK radio. Sigala burst onto the scene with his single Easy Love, a Jackson 5 sampled track that has over 150 million views on YouTube, which quickly topped the U.K. singles chart at number one. Sigala continued to release blazing bright tunes with artists such as Hailee Steinfeld, Craig David and Paloma Faith earning him over seven platinum singles, nine gold singles and ten million worldwide sales. In 2018, Sigala released his highly anticipated debut album Brighter Days, featuring collaborations with Kylie Minogue, Sean Paul, and Meghan Trainor among others. Sigala’s album became the highest charting dance album of 2018 and received the honor of a BRIT certified Silver certification.       

“Such a pleasure to work with such talented individuals, I’ve been wanting to work with Ellie for a while so it’s great to finally collaborate” - Sigala

You may find lyrics to “All By Myself” HERE.

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ABOUT ALOK

ALOK is a bonafide dance music superstar, holding the title of the second biggest Instagram following of any electronic artist globally with 28 million followers. On Spotify, Alok concentrates more than 20 million monthly listeners and almost 5 billion streams, making him the most listened to Brazilian artist internationally. In 2021, he was named the 4th Best DJ in the world, according to the prestigious DJ Mag Top 100 DJ Poll. Performing some 320 yearly shows on five continents, Alok is widely regarded as one of the most influential Brazilian artists of all time and is experiencing his breakout moment in the US. From working with and lending his remix work to artists including The Rolling Stones to Zara Larsson, from Jason Derulo to Tove Lo and more, he won the “Best Remix” award at the 2020 International Dance Music Awards for his hit remix of the Meduza’s single ‘Piece of Your Heart’ (over 223 million streams), also partnering with global pop sensation Dua Lipa for the official remix of her hit single ‘Physical’. Recently he collaborated with Grammy award-winning pop sensation John Legend on ‘In My Mind’, also with renegade vocalist John Martin, as well as lending his craft to remix multi-platinum, #1 artist Ed Sheeran.  Alok is also a recognized brand and star, having achieved huge notoriety in the gaming world as a character, with his own name, in the wildly popular game “Free Fire.” Two years ago, he created the Instituto Alok, which manages high-impact philanthropy projects in Brazil and Africa. To date, the institute has donated 10 million dollars to social and environmental projects worldwide.

Connect With Alok: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Website | Spotify

ABOUT SIGALA

Sigala is the musical nom de plume of Bruce Fielder, a London-based house DJ, producer, and remixer. Launching his career with "Easy Love," a Jackson 5-sampling track which topped the charts in the U.K. in 2015, he continued releasing bright, sunny dance-pop tunes featuring a variety of guest vocalists and producers. His 2018 full-length Brighter Days included collaborations with Kylie Minogue, Craig David, Sean Paul, and Nile Rodgers, among many others. Subsequent tracks featuring Becky Hill ("Wish You Well") and James Arthur ("Lasting Lover") continued his run of U.K. Top Ten hits. "Stay the Night" (with Talia Mar) appeared in 2022. Born and raised in Norfolk, England, Fielder started piano lessons as a child, and played in various bands after graduating university. He found work as a producer, and co-wrote Ella Eyre and Sigma's 2015 U.K. hit single "Good Times." His first solo single as Sigala was "Easy Love," an energetic house tune built around a sample of the Jackson 5's iconic hit "ABC." Released by Ministry of Sound, it entered the U.K. singles chart and shot up to number one in its second week. Fielder's second single, "Sweet Lovin'" (featuring singer/songwriter Bryn Christopher), hit number three and was certified gold or platinum in several countries. Several more hits followed in 2016, including "Say You Do" (featuring Imani and DJ Fresh), "Give Me Your Love" (featuring John Newman and Chic's Nile Rodgers), and "Ain't Giving Up," a collaboration with Craig David that appeared on his sixth album, Following My Intuition. In 2017, Sigala co-produced the single "Show You Love" with Danish DJ Kato, sung by Hailee Steinfeld. He then paired with singer Paloma Faith for the 2018 single "Lullaby." Later that year, Sigala compiled ten of his previously released singles, as well as a handful of album tracks, to make up his debut studio album Brighter Days. Issued by Ministry of Sound, the LP reached number one on the U.K. Dance Albums chart. In 2019, he released the singles "Wish You Well" with Becky Hill, and "We Got Love" featuring Ella Henderson. Another song with Hill, "Heaven on My Mind," appeared in 2020, and "Lasting Lover" (with James Arthur) became Sigala's eighth single to chart in the U.K. Top Ten. In 2021, Sigala released "You for Me" (with Rita Ora) and "Runaway" (with R3hab and JP Cooper). Solo single "Melody" and Talia Mar collaboration "Stay the Night" appeared in 2022.

Connect With Sigala: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube |Facebook | Spotify

ABOUT ELLIE GOULDING

Multiplatinum-selling singer/songwriter Ellie Goulding’s career to date includes two GRAMMY Award nominations, a Golden Globe nomination and two BRIT Awards. Her impact is reflected with incredible sales of 22 million albums, over 185 million singles, and 36 billion streams worldwide. Ellie has earned 4 consecutive RIAA certified albums and 20 RIAA certified singles (Gold & Platinum). With over 50 million followers combined on her social platforms, she also earned YouTube’s Diamond Award with 10 million subscribers on her YouTube channel and over 5 billion views globally.

Connect With Ellie Goulding: Instagram | Twitter |YouTube | Facebook | Spotify

 Source: Sony Music Philippines

Filipino five-piece band NOBITA finds comfort amid life’s inevitable twists and turns on new single “Sa Ulan”

Filipino five-piece outfit NOBITA returns with a lighthearted folk-pop track that evokes the reassuring warmth of home and romance.

Their new song “Sa Ulan” finds comfort in knowing that there will always be someone willing to stand by your side when everything else doesn’t feel right.

According to vocalist/guitarist Jaeson Felismino, the lyrics of “Sa Ulan” was inspired by a pivotal moment in his lifeand it’s his way of expressing gratitude to that special someone who stayed and lifted him up on days when he felt down or unworthy of love.

“It’s comforting to have someone encourage you to be the best version of yourself,” Felismino reveals. “This song is my way of thanking that person, for inspiring me to aim for greater heights, and to believe in what I’m capable of as an individual, and as an artist.”

Veering away from the pop-rock grit of their previous releases, “Sa Ulan” weaves in effortlessly a more subdued musical direction while retaining the melodic smarts that defined some of their biggest hits to date. With acoustic guitars, a piano, and a cajon as part of the ensemble, the stripped-down ditty displays the band’s knack for simplicity and detail in the most riveting way possible.

“We had a lot of fun doing it,” shares Felismino. “It took us five days to wrap up the recording, but with the guidance of Isagani Palabyab, our producer, we were able to make gold out of something spare and unassuming.”

NOBITA’s “Sa Ulan” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

Source: Nyou

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a- ha releases the official video for ‘You Have What It Takes’ from their upcoming ‘True North’ album

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WATCH THE OFFICIAL VIDEO HERE

[October 6th, 2022] a-ha return to share their new single ‘You Have What It Takes’, which acts as the latest taster for their forthcoming album True North, which is released on October 21st, 2022.

‘You Have What It Takes’ follows recent single ‘I’m In’ and begins a new era for a-ha as they approach their forthcoming album. Their first collection of new songs since 2015’s Cast In Steel is more than a straightforward album, it is also a film capturing the band recording the songs during 2021 in Bodø, the Norwegian city located 90km above the Arctic Circle. “With every album we tweak it, to see if there’s a different way to go about it,” explains Paul. TheTrue North film was screened to audiences this week in over 400 cinemas across 29 countriesand will be available for rental and purchase from 21 October 2022.

The beautiful ‘You Have What It Takes’ fees like a-ha at their most vulnerable, with its intricate guitar strings and Morten’s unmistakable vocal. It’s an echo of hope, healing and recovery, uplifting the listener with the line “Don’t be afraid to fail or fall, everyone carries a weight. We learn to walk before we crawl, so do this for all of our sakes. You have what it takes.” The significance of the lyrics resonates globally and feel like strength and comfort against the current backdrop of such unprecedented times.

a-ha’s Magne Furoholmen explains, “'Oh, this world, like a wounded bird…’ 

We live in increasingly confusing and volatile times, and there are things we often forget to express enough - to each other, to our children, our loved ones, our friends, and the generation growing up. If we want changes for the better, it starts with people who care enough to stand up for their idealsand for the rest of us to support them. I have great hope for the future when I see the courage and conviction of the young. They have it, and so do you. YOU have what it takes!”

With what is their 11th studio album and also a very immediate document of its creation, a-ha have entered a new world. “First, we had the idea to record a studio session live,” says Paul. “Then, to film a studio session. That grew into more of a production with the Norwegian orchestra, the Arctic Philharmonic, who we have collaborated with.” It's all there in the film.

In the True North film, a-ha perform and record with the orchestra. Also caught on camera in the landscape around Bodø, Magne, Morten and Paul discuss True North. In recurring vignettes, actors portray life in the north. The multidimensional film describes a narrative arc embodying the spirit of the new songs, showing how all of us are connected to the environment. Long-time a-ha collaborator Stian Andersen is the director. “True North is a letter from a-ha, from the Arctic Circle, a poem from the far north of Norway with new music,” says Magne.

The songs on the record are imbued with a sense of place and a deep connection with how we interact with the environment. For the first time, a-ha show us where they are from, who they are, and how the connection between the two is unbreakable. It’s no wonder that True North is a-ha at their most revealing - never before has the spirit of a-ha been so exposed.

Balances are struck – between the fresh approach and the qualities inherent to a-ha, between the songs themselves and the overarching concept of True North. ‘You Have What It Takes’' continues this thrilling new chapter for band and nothing encapsulates it better.

www.ahatruenorth.com

• The True North album is issued on 21 October 2022. Editions include jewel-case CD; recycled black heavy weight and recycled coloured vinyl’s; various bundles; limited deluxe edition (including a high quality hardcover book including 40 pages, the two recycled black heavy weight vinyl’s in sleeves, the “True North” CD in a cardboard wallet and last but not least, a USB card featuring the “True North” film by Stian Andersen); digital audio long-play for download and streaming. Pre-order is available at ahatruenorth.com, where you can sign up for further information

Pre-Order ‘True North’
https://a-ha.lnk.to/TrueNorth

 Source: Sony Music Philippines

ICONIC K-POP VETERAN GIRL GROUP EXID IS BACK!

REUNITED FOR CELEBRATORY 10TH ANNIVERSARY SINGLEALBUM ‘X’, EXID UNVEILS TODAYTHE TITLE TRACK “FIRE” WITH ANACCOMPANYING VIDEO;

LISTEN & WATCH

Seoul, Korea – OCTOBER 6, 2022

Icons of Korean music chart resurgence, veteran K-Pop girlgroup EXID (members SOLJI, ELLY, HANI, HYELIN, andJEONGHWA) returns today with their celebratory 10thanniversary single album ‘X’ via Sony Music

Entertainment Korea.

Symbolic of not only the number 10 in roman numerals, thesingle album title ‘X’, also represents the cross

between EXID and their fans LEGGO. Fronted by addictive lead track “FIRE”, EXID showcases their charismaticsignature style that sets the music ablaze. The single albumalso includes a Nu-disco track “IDK(I DON’T

KNOW)” which was written and composed by member ELLY, as well as a ballad track titled “LEGGO” indedication to their fans. The single album closes with an English version of their lead track “FIRE” for theirinternational fans.

Meanwhile, EXID will be holding a fan concert ‘EXID 10th Anniversary FAN-CON <EXID X LEGGO>’ on October 29th to meet their fans in person, which will also be streamed online. For more information about their fan concert, pleasevisit HERE.

EXID had debuted in 2012 under their producer S.Tiger.EXID is best known for their rise in popularity with theirbreakthrough viral single “Up & Down” that resurged after four months of release. Ever since then, EXID has made their mark in the Korean music scene with their music filled with their distinctive signature style and concept.

LISTEN TO ‘X’ HERE

TRACK LIST

1. FIRE

2. IDK (I DON’T KNOW)

3. LEGGO

4. FIRE (English Version)

ABOUT EXID

EXID (read E - X - I -D with each alphabet sounded out) made their debut in 2012 under the producer S.Tiger, who has produced severalK-Pop hits in South Korea including - 4minute’s ‘For Muzik’, Beast’s‘Beast Is the B2st’ and T-ARA’s ‘Absolute First Album’, Hyuna’s ‘Change’ and many others. EXID is best known for their rise in popularity with their breakthrough viral single ‘Up & Down’ that resurged after four months of release. And ever since then, EXID has made their mark in the Korean music scene with their music filled with their distinctive signature style and concept. The latest September single album ‘X’ is EXID’s first official activity andKorean release together since 2019 in celebration of their 10th year anniversary.

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 Source: Sony Music Entertainment Korea

Israel Ministry of Tourism and Cathay Pacific connects Filipinos To travel in Israel

Cathay Pacific in partnership with the Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT), recently hosted a business tourism networking event at The Peninsula Manila and Radisson Blu in Cebu for corporate guests, Cathay Pacific Members and select travel agency partners. 

The event called Israel Ministry of Tourism and Cathay Pacific Connect, focused on exploring the different facets of Israel as a destination for both business and leisure travellers. Special guest of honour was His Excellency Ilan Fluss, Ambassador of Israel to the Philippines. He shared fascinating insights on his country including some interesting historical background on the close ties between Israel and the Philippines. “I am aware that the Holy land is in the bucket list of Filipinos. But in addition to the traditional pilgrimage, I recommend that you also explore the modern side of Israel, especially our innovation and technology.’ Israeli Ambassador said. 

Mr. Sammy Yahia, IMOT’s Director of Tourism for India and the Philippines, gave a presentation on the diverse and unique places, experiences, and activities that one can expect in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and other cities in Israel. “Israel is a diverse country, wherein you can experience both desert and snow at the same time. Filipinos has a gift of visa free to Israel. So, we look forward in welcoming you in Israel”. 

Cathay Pacific in turn, shared a brief update on flight schedules from Manila & Cebu, good connections to worldwide destinations as well as recent developments in their Cathay membership programme. “We are pleased that we were able to bring together our corporate guests and agency experts through this event. And as the name Cathay Pacific Connect suggests, our aim was to connect our partners and give them the opportunity to discuss travel prospects to Israel, as Tel Aviv is one of our key destinations,” said Cathay Pacific Head of Sales Chinkee Bayaborda. 

Source: ISRAEL MINISTRY OF TOURISM Philippine Office

Singaporean-Filipino pop star Ysa Yaneza releases music video for her new single “1Nightwitu”

Singaporean-Filipino singer-songwriter Ysa Yaneza has released the music video for her new single “1Nightwitu.” 

Helmed by new filmmaker Jaig D. Guzman, the visuals showcase the R&B/electro-pop artist having the time of her life with friends and a guy she just met in the club.

“For this music video, I was drawn to earthy tones, giving those late Y2K vibes,” says the indie pop star.  “What the director brought was kind of a modern twist to all of these nostalgic inspo that I had. I wanted the music video to really convey female empowerment.”

The music video was shot in Metro Manila, with locations that include a bohemian-inspired apartment and a neon-lit club. 

“1Nightwitu” is an island-tinged, dance-pop track that celebrates women empowerment and encourages young ladies from varying cultures and upbringing to embrace their sexuality and value their self-worth.

The upbeat jam is penned by Ysa Yaneza herself, and co-written/produced by LA-based artist Shubu, who has worked with international music acts such as  Paul Cherry, Anna Burch, and Dorian Electra. Grammy-nominated sound engineer Stuart Hawkes, who has shaped records by artists ranging from Charli XCX and Disclosure to Lorde and Mabel, also mastered the track, giving it a fuller, more intricate musical direction.

“1Nightwitu” is the official lead single of her upcoming self-titled EP, YSA, which follows her journey towards heartbreak, reinvention and womanhood. 

Watch the music video here.

Source: Nyou

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Sony Music Entertainment Opens New Philippine Office

New headquarters located in Pasig City will be home to Sony Music Entertainment and label services company The Orchard to Continue Support of Local Artists and Repertoire

Manila, September 30, 2022 – Sony Music Entertainment (SME) Philippines today announced the opening of its new office in Manila, to continue the Company’s business to discover and develop the next generation of Filipino artists.

Located in Pasig City, a major business, entertainment and cultural hub, the new Office will be the home for SME Philippines and The Orchard Philippines, housing specialists in A&R and digital marketing to support SME Philippine’s roster of more than 70 local artists, discover and develop up-and-coming musical talent, and promote music from the country.

SME Philippines is home to some of the most well-known artists and musical groups in the Philippines and Southeast Asia, including Ben&Ben, SB19, NOBITA, Ace Banzuelo, and Clara Benin.

The opening event was attended by Pasig City Deputy Mayor Dodot Jaworski, as well as senior executives from Sony Music Group, artists, and business partners. Guests enjoyed performances by local SME stars Ace Banzuelo, I Belong to The Zoo, Alex Bruce, Clara Benin, Young Cocoa, and Of Mercury.

“The Philippines is a music-loving nation. It is exciting to witness the growth of the local music industry and see local musicians making it big regionally and internationally. We are heartened to see that Sony Music Philippines is calling Pasig City its home,” said Vice Mayor of Pasig City, DodotJaworski.

“Here, in the Philippines, the vibrant cultural fabric of the country has given rise to a new generation of artists who are pushing boundaries with their music and showcasing the best of local music,” said Shridhar Subramaniam, President, Corporate Strategy and Market Development, Asia and Middle East, Sony Music Entertainment. “The cultural diversity and creativity in the Philippines coupled with the pace of digital adoption presents enormous opportunities for artists to create and share their music, and we are committed to supporting their efforts.”

“Over the years, we have worked closely with musicians, creators and partners to build an impressive roster of local artists and provide each of them with best-in-class support,” said Roslyn Pineda, General Manager, Philippines, Sony Music Entertainment. “As a result, we’ve created numerous international hits and local favorites, as well as making our mark as the only music company with a Christian music sub label in the country. Looking ahead, we are ready to further our efforts to support Filipino music both in the country and beyond.”

Among the homegrown artists who have made a name for themselves regionally and internationally are Ben&Ben and SB19.

“Sony Music has been a lovely partner in helping us reach out to our fanbase, Liwanag, with our music,” said Ben&Ben. “They have opened so many doors for us, making it possible to bring the emotions and messages of the songs we’ve made to the people who need it. They have constantly given us renewed energy to keep pushing boundaries and keep moving forward, no matter what direction the wind blows. It’s an honor to be working alongside an organization full of passionate and dedicated people. As we embark on a new adventure with our first North American Tour, it’s sad that we’ll miss the opening of the new office, but we’re proud to see how far Sony Music Philippines has come.”

Five-member sensation SB19 debuted in late 2018 and has received widespread recognition with their singles, “What?”, “Alab (Burning)” and “Go Up”. The pop group was nominated for “Top Social Artist” at the 2021 Billboards Music Awards and has the longest-running number one hit in the history of Billboard’s Hot Trending Songs chart for “Bazinga”.

“Sony Music has been a key and vital partner for us through the years, helping us reach our fans and audiences through their wide and extensive network,” added SB19 in a statement. “From working with us on our first album, to supporting us on our recently released international single ‘WYAT’ and helping us with our upcoming world tour, we couldn't have asked for a better team. From the bottom of our hearts, we would like to congratulate them on the opening of their new office.”

Source: Nyou

P-Pop girl group KAIA pivot towards a more R&B-driven sound in new single “Dalawa”

The subdued, laid-back track explores unrequited romance with reassuring sweetness

P-Pop girl group KAIA explores a more R&B-leaning direction in their new single “Dalawa,” released under Sony Music Entertainment.

Standing out in sublime contrast with their previous releases, the five-member act’s smooth jam alludes to the idea of expressing infatuation in the most reassuring, youthful way.

“Dalawa is a song that tells a story familiar to many: catching unrequited feelings for someone close to you,” describes the eclectic pop quintet. “While it veers away from the upbeat, dance-pop tunes that we’ve been dishing out since our debut, this particular material sticks to our strengths as a girl group.”

Brimming with 2000s-indebted R&B melodies and whimsical beats, “Dalawa” embraces stylistic adventurousness with effortlessness that doesn’t overwhelm the vocals. The track is written and produced by Jayson Franz, who brings a mellow yet groovy direction to the Filipino group’s sound.

“I wanted a different approach for KAIA this time around, but I made sure to take into consideration their individual and collective personalities,” shares Franz. “I’ve added some string instruments and other sonic elements to help elevate the arrangements. But more importantly, the groove that I was trying to achieve was leaning towards Y2K R&B: simple, yet melodically interesting.”

According to Franz, KAIA was also heavily involved with the demo recording, making sure to relay their own inputs on vocal arrangements and the overall vibe of the song. “One of the memorable moments during the recording of the track was the first run of every member of KAIA,” adds Franz. “It was that moment when everyone knew that the song was really made for them. Each one of them has an own personality or taste in terms of the delivery of their lines.”

KAIA’s “Dalawa” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.

Source: Nyou

Singaporean-Filipino pop star Ysa Yanezadrops self-worth anthem “1Nightwithu”

The upbeat dance-pop track is produced by LA-based electronic artist Shubu, and mastered by Grammy-nominated sound engineer Stuart Hawkes

Singaporean-Filipino singer-songwriter Ysa Yanezareturns with an island-tinged, dance-pop track that evokes the days of Y2K aesthetics and frosty digital futurism.

Her new bop “1Nightwitu” celebrates women empowerment and encourages young ladies from varying cultures and upbringing to embrace their sexuality and value their self-worth.

According to the indie pop star and social media influencer, the song is also about knowing one’s self, exuding confidence, and promoting self-love, especially in a time where modern society still puts a conflicting pressure on how women should carry themselves in public.

“I’m really glad that I’ve stepped up my game in terms of completely understanding my individuality and sense of self,” said the promising newcomer. “This energy somehow reflects my work, and I’m really proud of how it has honed my artistry and way of thinking on a musical and visual level.”

The upbeat jam is penned by Ysa Yaneza herself, and co-written/produced by LA-based artist Shubu, who has worked with international music acts such as  Paul Cherry, Anna Burch, and Dorian Electra. Grammy-nominated sound engineer Stuart Hawkes, who has shaped records by artists ranging from Charli XCX and Disclosure to Lorde and Mabel, also mastered the track, giving it a fuller, more intricate musical direction.

“For mastering, it was pretty last minute and I was so thankful that Stuart Hawkes was able to work on the track according to schedule,” the eclectic pop act shares. “I was looking up albums that I really liked from artists I would say influenced my sound and artistry, and that I wanted my songs and EP to have a similar sound direction, and I realized most of them had actually worked with Stuart Hawkes so it was a definite go for me.”

“1Nightwitu” is the official lead single of her upcoming self-titled EP, YSA, which follows journey towards heartbreak, reinvention and womanhood. Its accompanying music video, which was directed by Jaig D Guzman will be released on 04 October 2022.

Ysa will also be embarking on a Manila Press Tour this Nov 2022 to promote the EP. Aside from music, Ysa has garnered over 32,200 followers on TikTok with her original skits, style and personality.

“1Nightwitu” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide.

Source: Nyou

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TuneCore Expands In the Philippines as the First Global Digital Music Distribution Service for Self-Releasing Artists to Offer Localized Payment Wallets

New payment options offered in the Philippines to better serve local music creators

MANILA, September 29, 2022 – Leading independent DIY digital music distributor TuneCore, a division of global digital music company Paris-based Believe, expands its payment methods in the Philippines and Southeast Asia to better serve their growing artist base in the region. The first of its kind global agreement affirms the company’s commitment to providing the best user experience for independent artists in the Philippines and the SEA region where alternative payments options are more popular than credit cards.

TuneCore, whose international presence has more than doubled over the last 18 months, has partnered with global financial technology platform Adyen. The company has launched localized payment methods in the Philippines through Gcash. Others include Indonesia through Dana (GoPay coming soon), Vietnam through MoMo, and Global (Non-US countries) through China Union Pay.

Andreea Gleeson, CEO of TuneCore, emphasizes: “As TuneCore continues to expand, we not only offer best in class services on a worldwide level, the company also brings that same mindset to our local markets. For TuneCore artists, we not only want to support their artistry but we want to make it easy for them to distribute their music. Last year we launched the New Artist plan, which enables creators to release their music to social platforms for no upfront fee. Now with the launch of our expanded payment services, creators can access full distribution services seamlessly.”

Cyrus Chen, Head of TuneCore Southeast Asia, adds: “In Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam, card penetration remains low while e-wallets usage is quickly becoming ubiquitous among the population in recent years. By prioritizing our payments infrastructure to include local payment options that our artists prefer, demonstrates our commitment to the region’s growth. This is part of TuneCore's hyper-localization efforts to ensure the most positive user experience for our Southeast Asian artists.”

In the coming months, TuneCore will push the program out to other countries and regions. Earlier this year, TuneCore launched its revolutionary new pricing program which allows artists at any stage of their careers to distribute their music. The program allows music creators to release tracks and albums on an unlimited basis via plans ranging from free/no upfront cost (new artist), $14.99 (rising artist), $29.99 (breakout artist) to $49.99 (professional).

Faryal Khan-Thompson, Vice President, International, TuneCore, shares: “Southeast Asia is an important market for TuneCore as there is an abundance of talent and growth in the region. Our partnership with Adyen simplifies and streamlines payments, giving access to music creators who previously would not have been able to distribute.”

About TuneCore  

TuneCore is the global platform for independent musicians to build audiences and careers – with technology and services across distribution, publishing administration and a range of promotional services. TuneCore Music Distribution services help artists, labels and managers sell their music through Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, TikTok, Tencent and more than 150 download and streaming stores worldwide, while retaining 100 percent of their sales revenue and rights for a low annual flat fee. TuneCore Music Publishing Administration assists songwriters by administering their compositions through licensing, registration, worldwide royalty collections, and placement opportunities in film, TV, commercials, video games and more. The TuneCore Artist Services portal offers a suite of tools and services that enable artists to promote their craft, connect with fans, and get their music heard. TuneCore, part of Believe, is headquartered in Brooklyn, NY, with offices in Los Angeles, Nashville, Atlanta, and Austin, and operates globally through local teams based in the UK, Germany, France, Belgium, Italy, Brazil, Mexico, Nigeria, South Africa, India, Japan and Singapore across 5 continents. www.tunecore.com

About Believe
Believe is one of the world’s leading digital music companies. Believe’s mission is to develop artists and labels in the digital world by providing them the solutions they need to grow their audience at each stage of their career and development. Believe’s passionate team of digital music experts around the world leverages the Group’s global technology platform to advise artists and labels, distribute and promote their music. Its 1,565 employees in more than 50 countries aim to support independent artists and labels with a unique digital expertise, respect, fairness and transparency. Believe offers its various solutions through a portfolio of brands including TuneCore, Nuclear Blast, Naïve. Groove Attack and AllPoints. Believe is listed on compartment A of the regulated market of Euronext Paris (Ticker: BLV. ISIN: FR0014003FE9).

Source: Nyou

LOIR addresses own personal struggles in new single “MAMA”

The R&B singer-songwriter delivers a stripped-down ballad with an emotional pull

R&B singer-songwriter LOIR submits to the pull of her heart in her new single “MAMA,” released under Sony Music Entertainment.

On the stripped-down ballad, the talented newcomer asks big questions about life’s purpose and her conflicting sense of direction. But while doing the things that she loves the most comes with existential baggage, LOIR recognizes the need to work on herself and apologize for her misgivings.

“I’ve made some decisions in the past that I’m not happy about,” says the budding young artist. “This song is my way of closing that chapter in life, and hoping that I’ve made my parents proud as I welcome change with positivity, dreams, and love. I’m more than inspired to do well in my chosen craft.”

Starting out slow and assured with just a piano to accompany LOIR’s lush, dreamy vocals, “MAMA” further progresses into an emotional epiphany and peels its layers with a hopeful note that “she is still here and is going to hold to whatever is left”—her family and dreams, included.

The song is written and arranged by LOIR herself, with production by frequent collaborators HavoMusic and Goodson.

“I started working on the instrumentals for MAMA before I asked sir Havomusic and Goodson to be involved in the production work,” shares LOIR. “While I developed the structure and melody for this particular track, both of them added a more emotional touch to the sonic palette. The final product maintains the rawness of the original, but it’s also more vulnerable and powerful to an extent.”

Before signing up with Sony Music Entertainment, LOIRhas collaborated with some of the biggest names in the local hip-hop/R&B scene, including Gloc-9 on socio-realist gems “SANIB and “OKA” and Guddhist Gunatita’s on smash single “DALAMPASIGAN.” LOIR is also part of Asintada Management and Production Inc.—home of artists such as Gloc-9 and Shanti Dope. To date, she has amassed more than four million streams on YouTube and Spotify combined.

LOIR’s “MAMA” is out now on all digital music platforms via Sony Music Entertainment.

Source: Nyou

ADB PLANS $14 BILLION TO EASE FOOD CRISIS, PROMOTE LONG-TERM FOOD SECURITY IN ASIA AND THE PACIFIC

MANILA, PHILIPPINES (27 September 2022)—The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today announced plans to provide at least $14 billion over 2022–2025 in a comprehensive program of support to ease a worsening food crisis in Asia and the Pacific, and improve long-term food security by strengthening food systems against the impacts of climate change and biodiversity loss. The assistance expands ADB’s already significant support for food security in the region, where nearly 1.1 billion people lack healthy diets due to poverty and food prices which have soared to record highs this year. The funding will be channeled through existing and new projects in sectors including farm inputs, food production and distribution, social protection, irrigation, and water resources management, as well as projects leveraging nature-based solutions. ADB will continue to invest in other activities which contribute to food security such as energy transition, transport, access to rural finance, environmental management, health, and education. “This is a timely and urgently needed response to a crisis that is leaving too many poor families in Asia hungry and in deeper poverty,” said ADB President Masatsugu Asakawa, in remarks at ADB’s 55thAnnual Meeting. “We need to act now, before the impacts of climate change worsen and further erode the region’s hard-won development gains. Our support will be targeted, integrated, and impactful to help vulnerable people, particularly vulnerable women, in the near-term, while bolstering food systems to reduce the impact of emerging and future food security risks. ”The Russian invasion of Ukraine has disrupted supplies of food staples and fertilizer, straining a global food system already weakened by climate change impacts, pandemic-related supply shocks, and unsustainable farming practices. Asia and the Pacific is vulnerable to food shocks, as some of its countries depend on imported staples and fertilizer. Even before the invasion of Ukraine, nutritious food was unaffordable for significant portions of the population in many ADB low-income member countries. As well as supporting vulnerable people, ADB’s food security assistance will promote open trade, improve small holder farm production and livelihoods, ease shortages of fertilizer and promote its efficient use or organic alternatives, support investments in food production and distribution, enhance nutrition, and boost climate resilience through integrated and nature-based solutions. A key focus will be to protect the region’s natural environment from climate change impacts and biodiversity loss, which have degraded soils, freshwater, and marine ecosystems.

.“An important part of our long-term approach is to safeguard natural resources and support farmers and agribusinesses which produce and distribute much of the region’s food, and to promote open trade to ensure it reaches consumers efficiently,” said Mr. Asakawa. Assistance under the program will start this year and continue through 2025. It will be drawn from across ADB’s sovereign and private sector operations, and seek to leverage an additional $5billion in private sector cofinancing for food security. ADB will apply lessons learned from supporting its members during the global food crisis in 2007–2008 and through the implementation of its food security operational plan the following year. Since then, ADB has provided $2 billion in annual investments in food security. In 2018,ADB identified food security as a key operational priority. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. Established in 1966, it is owned by 68 members—49 from the region.

Source: ADB

Khalid drops futuristic music video of new song “Satellite”

Multiplatinum-selling global superstar Khalid releases his new single “Satellite” along with the music video via Right Hand Music Group/ RCA Records. Driven by Khalid’s melodic vocals, the vibrant pop production comes to life in the shimmering futuristic visual directed by Levi Turner.

“Satellite is a visual portrait of my growth as a human being & the self-love journey I have experienced in my life,” said Khalid.

The video sees Khalid embracing a futuristic world, being one with the planets and other incredible advancements.

Last month, Khalid and Marshmello performed their latest single “Numb” at the MTV Video Music Awards. “Numb” marks the artists’ second collaboration following their 6x platinum smash hit “SILENCE”.

Earlier this year, Khalid released the dreamy track “Skyline” which came alongside a colorful music video.

Khalid’s “Satellite” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Right Hand Music Group/RCA Records/Sony Music.

To Buy/Stream/Watch “Satellite”:

Multi - https://khalid.lnk.to/Satellite

Music Video - https://khalid.lnk.to/Satellite/youtube

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Source: Nyou 

Drag Playhouse PH honors Beyonce’s Renaissance with culture-defining themed show

The Category is… A night of a thousand Beyoncé.

Drag Playhouse Philippines recently celebrated the music of Beyoncé through a thematic show that further highlights the megastar’s enormous contribution to queer pop culture.

Aptly titled HOUSE 628 LIVE: THE RENAISSANCE BALL, the event provided an outlet for the queens of Drag Playhouse Philippines to express themselves freely without judgment, while sashaying to Beyoncé’s club-thumping 2022 album, Renaissance, and classic hits.

Aside from high-profile Drag Performances of OV Cunt, Marina Summers, Prince, and Eva Le Queen—three of them currently getting valuable airtime at Drag Race Philippines, the drag show also hosted friendly battles in several categories namely Drag Face, where contestants showcase exceptional makeup skills by serving mug on the runway; Drag Runway, where contestants exhibit head-to-toe fierceness during their runway walk; and Lip Sync Challenge,  where they pull their most creative tricks in synchronizing their lips to a prerecorded track.

A special drag performance featuring Viñas DeLuxe added more star power to an already eventful night as she performed a medley of Beyoncé’s hits, with House OfMizrahi Philippines, a local chapter of the Voguing community, joining in some of the performances. A purely Beyoncé-themed DJ set tucked in between the program segments also hyped the crowd, prompting them to sing and dance along to the Homecoming Queen’s iconic bops from the late ‘90s to the present.

Marina Summers, a fan-favorite and frontrunner at this year’s Drag Race Philippines, expressed how Beyoncé shaped her youth. “Her work has been an inspiration for a lot of queer artists, and personally, I’ve always loved performing to her songs. And ever since the Renaissancealbum came out, just like Queen B herself, my creative path has been challenged to be more innovative and unique.”

Another Drag Race Philippines favorite and drag icon, Eva Le Queen, spoke adoration for Beyonce, pointing out how her music is a gift to the world. “Beyonce has always been an icon and inspiration to the community. Her strong and alpha energy resonated so much to a lot of us Drag Queens who are essentially the face and frontliners of the equality movement for the community. Her music, her soul, her POWER has allowed me to live my life in my own terms and take Eva Le Queen to greater heights. Being a female, POC and be THE QUEEN B is a permission for all of us to be the best that we can be.”

Like Summers and Eva Le Queen, fellow Drag Race Philippines contestant and queen extraordinaire PRINCE, considers Beyoncé as an important figure in influencing her drag persona. She also considers Renaissance as an envelope-pushing record that deserves its place in the pantheon of pop music greats. “It’s totally different from her past records. Most songs were sampled from classic disco hits but somehow Beyoncé made it sound fresh and that’s what makes it great.”

OV CUNT, another royalty in the contemporary drag scene, also showered Beyonce praises, particularly her new album Renaissance, for empowering listeners to be unapologetically, themselves. “It has awoken parts of the colorful history of our community, whether it’s intentional or not. It gave the world possibly new names of icons that may or might not be forgotten by the past. The mention of houses from ball culture, the use of Moi Renee’s Miss Honey in the Pure/Honey—it gives you every opportunity to reference every icon that contributed to our community today.”

Watch the video for the roundup of HOUSE 628 LIVE: THE RENAISSANCE BALL, Category is: A Night of a Thousand Beyoncé.

Listen to This Is Beyoncé playlist here.

Source: Nyou