Author: Roxanne Del Rosario
To say that Filipinos are talented in the music industry is an understatement. Singing has become a big part of the nation’s culture. That is why it is no longer surprising for Filipinos to hear stories about local artists making a name on the international stage. As Warner Music Philippines officially launched “GLOPM” or Global Pinoy Music, it is now more possible for local artists to make great strides in the music industry abroad. Warner Music Philippines managing director Sarah Ismail explained GLOPM’s aim to showcase Filipino talent around the world. Ismail said, “GLOPM is a collaborative movement to promote…
“I am more confident than before.” This is how Kapuso Soul Balladeer Garrett Bolden described what has changed for him since joining “The Clash” Season 1 in 2018. While he was not lucky enough to win the competition, Garrett Bolden is undoubtedly one of the most promising singer-songwriters in the country. Bolden just won his second Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) Star Award for Male Pop Artist of the Year. He said he is very grateful to the GMA network for giving him the opportunity. “I was ready to go back to zero and start another journey, pero I was…
Angeline Quinto has truly come a long way as she celebrates her decade in the industry. Like other artists, she went through a lot before succeeding in her chosen career. From being a “kontesera” to becoming a country’s “Power Diva,” Quinto is sure that her career has its ups-and-downs. According to the Kapamilya singer, she considers her first concert at the Araneta Coliseum the highlight or the highest point of her career in 10 years. It was one of her childhood dreams. Angeline shared, “Sa 10 years, syempre yung ano, yung nakapagconcert po ako sa Araneta first time with Erik…
National Artist for Literature F. Sionil Jose condemned Journalist Maria Ressa’s 2021 Nobel Peace Prize award on October 8, when Ressa and Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov were given the peace prize for their “courageous fight for freedom of expression in the Philippines and Russia.” On October 9, Saturday, Jose published his sentiments in a facebook post saying that Ressa did not deserve to be the first Filipino to receive the Peace Prize. He stressed that the “Philippine press is alive and well not because of Maria Ressa.” Jose argues that ABS-CBN was closed due to “money, politics, power and its…
“Maayos po kami bilang magkaibigan.” This was the answer of Queen of Teleserye Theme Songs Angeline Quinto about her relationship with fellow Kapamilya singer Erik Santos. At the media conference of her upcoming concert to celebrate her 10th year in showbiz, the singer was intrigued about her love life. Angeline and Erik’s friendship has come a long way due to all of their moments together. They were together in countless performances and concerts and also had special memories as true friends off stage. That is probably one of the reasons they are often mistaken for having a relationship. Meanwhile, in…
On October 9, talent manager-columnist Lolit posted on Instagram about the news that Alex Gonzaga was pregnant, but had a miscarriage. Mikee Morada could not help but answer the speculations of talent manager and showbiz columnist on the alleged miscarriage of his wife, Gonzaga. Mikee and Alex have been married for a year. Although Lolit pointed out her concern to the couple, she also mentioned that there is speculation that the news is being hidden because they plan to use it as content on Alex’s YouTube channel. Based on Lolit’s released statement, the actress will share her condition on her…
Kapuso artist Thea Astley perceived that her voice is important as a singer, and as a Filipino, too. Thea thinks that her voice can be used not only in singing but also in giving opinions on issues happening in the world. She stated in an interview, “I’m a human and I have a brain. “My voice isn’t just for singing, but also for staying true to what I believe in. For fighting for my beliefs and for what I stand for.” She believed that everyone has the right to speak their minds and to be involved in social issues. “I…
September 28, 2021, when the GMA Network launches a new music podcast, “Behind The Song” hosted by The Clash finalist Thea Astley. Kapuso artist Thea Astley is very grateful to be chosen as the host of the podcast. She said in an interview that she is thankful to the GMA Network and the GMA Artist Center for giving her this project. “I’m not entirely sure din po kung ano ‘yung naging process ng pagpili sa’kin. But I think, baka po nagstart siya when I started hosting some online events for GMA.” “I’m very fortunate enough that they put their trust…
On October 7, Thursday, when veteran broadcast journalist Noli de Castro formally said goodbye to his ABS-CBN programs after announcing his plans of running as a senator in the upcoming 2022 elections under the Aksyon Demokratiko of Presidentiable Manila Mayor Isko Moreno. In his last broadcast on TeleRadyo, Noli shared his frustration with the ABS-CBN franchise that got denied by Congress in July 2020. He stated, “Ang malungkot ho, aalis ako dito na wala pa rin kaming prangkisa. “At sana’y dumating ang pagkakataon na lahat ho ng mga natanggal sa ABS-CBN ay makabalik na, napakarami ho niyan. “Libu-libo na mga…
Veteran broadcast journalist Noli de Castro has formally announced that he will run again for senator in the upcoming 2022 elections in May. On Thursday, October 7, when he finally said goodbye to his radio and television programs. Back in 2001, Noli was elected as senator after leading the polls. Meanwhile, in 2004, he became Vice President of former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. In 2010, after his term, he decided to return to television. 12 years later, de Castro will try his luck in politics again by running for senator. He stated in TeleRadyo program, “I’m sorry to say that this…