After more than 17 years of being the frontman, Kean Cipriano called it quits after disengaging himself from the popular OPM pop rock band Callalily. In an interview by the entertainment website PUSH on Thursday, June 23, the musician-actor revealed that he is no longer part of the group when asked if his former group mates are part of his music record company.  "Callalily is done. I’m moving on, I’ve moved on, moving forward and I wish them all the best,” he said. "I think in a group na magkakasama for 17 years, marami na rin nangyari and medyo matagal...

Filipina rapper-songwriter Peaceful Gemini has released a new EP shaped by her personal experiences, ideas, and beliefs.  Aptly titled Leo Rising, the 4-track release maps her journey as a woman finding her way towards self-discovery, healing, and introspection. According to the talented newcomer, her latest EP under Sony Music Entertainment is as personal as it gets, with each song reflecting the reality that she’s going through for the time being--her struggles and newfound learnings included. “Through time, experience, and maturity, I changed and grew more mindful about my past and my roots, and started connecting with my body, mind, and...

Following the critically acclaimed comeback single “Desperate Hours” last month, Barbie Almalbis makes her early-awaited return to deliver another eclectic follow-up to mark the continuation of a new music era.   The award-winning singer-songwriter has released her second single, “homeostasis,” which was derived from a biological term that illustrates our body’s regulating process as a way to adjust to changing external conditions. “I’m no scientist, so I’m using this concept very loosely and explaining it in the simple way I understand it,” explains the Dahilan pop-rock visionary. “It’s the process by which our body always returns to equilibrium, a balanced...

Holy Week this year would not be the same anymore. It is not the usual celebration we used to have over the years. It feels different and seems to be an extraordinary one ‘cause we meant to celebrate it at home this year amid the COVID-19 crisis. Churches and spiritual groups will no longer hold some of our Filipino traditional practices which served as a vital part of our annual holy week celebration. Photo courtesy: Photo by Flickr user istolethetv via catholicsandcultures.org Streets along the house of God will never be the same again this year. Our traditional ‘Pabasa’ or...

The year 2020 has been tough for all of us in all aspects. For the much-awaited Metro Manila Pride March, this year’s celebration is considered to be the timid and saddest one by far—thanks to technology, the annual parade and protest will be held online. Photo courtesy of Pexels.com   Today, June 27, 2020, rainbow flags are set to conquer our screens as a celebration of Southeast Asia's longest-running Pride march goes virtual. This year’s theme, “SULONG! ‘Wag Patinag” only proves that nothing can stop the LGBTQIA+ community from celebrating Pride--that is more than a celebration, but an act of...