Newsletter: Filipino singer-songwriter SHANNi reflects on betrayal and toxic relationships in new single “Teleserye”

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Fresh off from the success of her last single “Sikretong Tayo Lang May Alam,” which entered the Spotify Viral 50 Philippines chart and surpassed a million streams within five months, SHANNi continues her upward trajectory with the release of her new single “Teleserye”—out today via Sony Music Entertainment. 

Newsletter: LUKAS GRAHAM ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ‘GOOD TIMES’ ARRIVING AUGUST 14 VIA VIRGIN MUSIC GROUP

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Internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Lukas Graham has announced his forthcoming studio album, Good Times, arriving August 14th via Virgin Music Group. Built on reflection, heritage, and hard-won perspective, Good Times finds Lukas Graham leaning into the Celtic and folk traditions that shaped his upbringing in Copenhagen. A full tracklisting is included below. Pre-order/Pre-save HERE.

Newsletter: Filipino blues trio AME channels love, labor, and survival on debut album, Kwentong Barbero

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Filipino blues rock trio AME has officially released Kwentong Barbero, a seven-track album that tackles the unfiltered realities of everyday Filipino life. As one of the few active blues bands in the local music scene, AME takes the genre to a thrilling new place through its riveting balance of classic blues sound, ‘70s psychedelic rock, and contemporary punk edge.

Newsletter: Shakira and Burna Boy release “Dai Dai” the FIFA World Cup 2026™ official song linked with the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund

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GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Shakira and Burna Boy have released new track “Dai Dai” via Sony Music Latin. Listen HERE 

Newsletter: Sexy Jay drops “Singaw” with new lyric video, teases upcoming album

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Our favorite post-punk extraordinaire, lambanog brewer, skater, and barber Sexy Jay has dropped yet another gritty track on streaming, and it's the crowd favorite “Singaw”—out on May 21, 2026, via Offshore Music.

Newsletter: “Sulong” brings together KAIA, HORI7ON, and 1ST.ONE in historic P-Pop collaboration

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In a game-changing moment for Filipino and Southeast Asian pop music, P-Pop powerhouse KAIA teams up with South Korean-based Filipino boyband HORI7ON and Filipino boy group 1st.One for the release of “Sulong,” the official theme song of the ROUND Festival 2026. 

Newsletter: Filipino content creator-turned-artist Jemay Santiago opens up in vulnerable R&B single “1A”

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Rising R&B artist and prominent content creator Jemay Santiago marks a triumphant return to music-making with the release of her new single, “1A,” the new single off her highly anticipated EP, Depresyon.  

Newsletter: GLOBAL RISING R&B STAR DENISE JULIA ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH EMPIRE

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Rising Filipina R&B singer/songwriter and producer Denise Julia makes smooth, sensual R&B that blends ‘90s and early-2000s influences with modern R&B and pop production. Her sound is equipped with airy vocals, layered harmonies and flirtatious lyrics – as seen is her brand her single, “Changes” out today on 2nd Floor Entertainment in a new partnership with global independent record label EMPIRE. EMPIRE is a global music company operating across label, distribution, and publishing. Founded in 2010 by Bay Area native Ghazi, EMPIRE has played a key role in developing and supporting some of today’s most influential artists, including Kendrick Lamar, Fireboy DML, Shaboozey, Asake, XXXTentacion, and Anderson .Paak. Beyond the U.S., EMPIRE has also worked with global artists such as Afgan, G-DRAGON, and EL CAPITXN, continuing to expand its presence across Asia, Africa, Europe, and South America while connecting artists and audiences worldwide.

Newsletter: Filipino singer-songwriter syd hartha finds solace by the sea in TONEEJAY collab track “dito muna tayo”

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Filipino singer-songwriter syd hartha reunites with acclaimed artist TONEEJAY for their latest collaborative single “dito muna tayo,” out via Sony Music Entertainment. 

Newsletter: Madison Beer shares locket deluxe

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Two-time GRAMMY-nominated and platinum-selling artist Madison Beer shares the deluxe edition of her album, locket. The music video for her brand-new song “lovergirl” is also out now.  

Newsletter: ALYSON drops sophomore album, AFTER OURS

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Following the radiant charm of their critically acclaimed debut DEFINITELY LOVE!, ALYSON returns to the spotlight with AFTER OURS—a sonically ambitious sophomore album released via Offshore Music Philippines. 

Newsletter: Westlife release 25th anniversary album + global tour dates for Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour

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Globally renowned pop group Westlife release their monumental era-defining album 25 - The Ultimate Collection, a celebration of their record-breaking 25-year journey at the very top of global pop. The album is available across multiple formats including 1CD, 2CD deluxe, 1LP, Amazon Exclusive 1LP picture disc and cassette.

Newsletter: The Bloomfields turn gratitude Into groove on “Tayo Na, Dali!”

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After the viral resurgence of their anthemic hit “Ale” on TikTok and various streaming platforms, Filipino band The Bloomfields are embracing a remarkable second-wave momentum with the release of their newest single “Tayo, Na Dali!,” a fun and exuberant, ‘60s pop-inspired jam that serves as gracious giveaway to the fans who have kept their music alive across generations.

Newsletter: Dom Guyot and Zae flip the script on betrayal with new song “manloloko”

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Manila, Philippines – Filipino singer-songwriter Dom Guyot teams up with Filipina femcee Zae for “manloloko,” a summer-ready bop that blends infectious rhythms with confrontational verses. The track doubles as a call for listeners to reclaim their voice and refuse manipulation in all forms.

Newsletter: Maximillian Releases Third Album I’m Fine Featuring Title Track Official Music Video

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With more than 800 million global streams and an international audience spanning Southeast Asia, China, Europe and beyond, Danish pop artist Maximillian releases his highly anticipated third album I’m Fine — a 13-track pop project exploring anxiety, heartbreak, love, pressure and the emotions people often struggle to express out loud.

Newsletter: ALYSON pushes the boundaries of modern OPM with upcoming sophomore album, AFTER OURS

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There are albums that soundtrack a particular moment in life, and there are albums that linger long even after the music fades.

With AFTER OURS, Filipino city pop collective ALYSON delivers the latter: a richly layered, emotionally expansive sophomore record that positions the young band among the most promising torchbearers of modern OPM.

Newsletter: Mateus Asato brings world tour to Manila in 2026

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Mateus Asato is bringing his world tour to the Philippines in 2026. Considered one of the most prominent guitar players of the modern era, the renowned musician will be holding a special show at Aster Events Place in Mandala Park, Mandaluyong City, on July 31, 2026.

Newsletter: WAIIAN expands BACKSHOTS legacy with anniversary show

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Filipino rapper WAIIAN celebrates the success of his 2025 album with the staging of “BACKSHOW” - The BACKSHOTS Late 1st Anniversary Show, co-presented by Sony Music Entertainment and Lightning in a Bottle Studios (LIAB Studios). The event serves as an anniversary tribute to his full-length album, BACKSHOTS.

Newsletter: Maya and Rol3ert, Two of Japan’s Most Exciting Young Voices, Come Together on Striking New Duet “ROMANTICIZE”

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U.S.-based singer-songwriter Maya releases “ROMANTICIZE,” a new collaborative digital single with rising Japanese singer-songwriter Rol3ert, out 13 May 2026. The official music video premieres the same day at 8pm JST on Maya’s official YouTube channel.

Newsletter: Ben&Ben continues winning streak with “Autumn (Reimagined)”

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Following the commercial success of “Lifetime (Reimagined),” which peaked at No. 1 on both the Official Philippines Chart and Billboard Philippines Hot 100, Ben&Ben returns with “Autumn (Reimagined),” a vital reworking of their beloved 2023 original.