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18 October 2026

Newsletter: Gab Cabangon rediscovers his passion for music in 5-track EP, Learn to Love Again

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Filipino singer-songwriter Gab Cabangon finds his path back into love on his debut 5-track EP, Learn to Love Again—out now via Underdog Music.

17 October 2026

Newsletter: Slayyyter releases new song “i think he’s got a girl”

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SLAYYYTER releases new song and self-directed video, “i think he’s got a girl” out everywhere now via RECORDS / Columbia Records. The release arrives following the announcement of wor$t man in america, the ‘brother’ album to this spring’s critically acclaimed WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA, due out December 4th via RECORDS / Columbia Records.

16 October 2026

Newsletter: CisuMusiC Expands Cross-Border Music Connections Following SONIK Philippines 2026

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CisuMusiC strengthened its cross-border music connections through the participation of Vietnamese artists CHIVAN and MINH at SONIK Philippines 2026, held September 11–12 at Green Sun, Makati. Their performances marked a new connection between Vietnam and the Philippine music scene, while reflecting CisuMusiC’s broader work in creating opportunities for artists to reach audiences, industry communities, and markets beyond their home countries. 

Newsletter: IV OF SPADES finds freedom in the unexpected with new single “Rollercoaster”

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Fresh from a strong showing at the 2026 Awit Awards, where they took home Album of the Year and Song of the Year, and the Filipino Music Awards, where they won Alternative Song of the Year, Filipino band IV OF SPADES returns with “Rollercoaster,” a new single that explores the exhilaration of surrendering to the moment and embracing life’s unpredictable turns.

14 October 2026

Newsletter: Sammie Continues His Musical Journey With New Single "GOYARD," Following "Old Alone" and "AYO"

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R&B singer and songwriter Sammie continues his latest musical run with the release of his new single, "GOYARD," arriving Friday, October 16, 2026. Following the releases of "Old Alone" and "AYO," Sammie keeps the music coming with a new record accompanied by an official music video directed by PhillyFlyBoy, who also directed the videos for "Old Alone" and "AYO."

12 October 2026

Newsletter: Ebe Dancel, Urbandub, and The Itchyworms rally behind Echo Singson in fundraising gig

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The Filipino music community is coming together for “Alingawngaw Para Kay Echo,” a fundraising gig for Echo Singson, a longtime fixture in the local music scene who is recovering from a stroke.

Newsletter: Ylona Garcia reclaims her story through “ylona, so far. (live)”

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A decade after first stepping into the spotlight, Ylona Garcia looks back on the music, memories, and experiences that defined her career with ylona, so far. (live), a nine-track live album arrived October 5, 2026 via Sony Music Entertainment.

11 October 2026

Newsletter: Prince Donatus of Hohenzollern Discusses the English Chamber Orchestra's Future Ahead of Royal Gala

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The English Chamber Orchestra has a new trustee. Dr. phil. Donatus, Prince of Hohenzollern, is a prominent figure in British musical life. We ask what plans he has for this flagship of British culture. Anne Robertson of Citrus Tree Productions Limited, London, leads the interview.

Newsletter: Sam Benwick to release 15-track debut album, HIGHS and lows

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After captivating listeners worldwide with her intimate, delicate covers of global pop hits, Filipino-British singer-songwriter Sam Benwick takes a major leap with the upcoming release of her debut album, HIGHS and lows, a 15-track collection of original songs offering an unguarded look into the experiences and discoveries of a young woman finding her way through life.

10 October 2026

Newsletter: “DRAGON BALL SUPER: BEERUS” TO STREAM ON CRUNCHYROLL STARTING OCTOBER 11

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Toei Animation and Crunchyroll announced that beginning October 11th, the highly anticipated series Dragon Ball Super: Beerus will stream on Crunchyroll, the premier global destination for anime, offering fans an enhanced edition of the beloved Dragon Ball Super storyline.  

08 October 2026

Newsletter: RAMONA breaks the cycle with empowering new single “Manloloko”

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After delivering infectious pop-punk anthems via her previously released singles “Laguna” and “GAGA,” RAMONA returns with “Manloloko,” an unapologetic kiss-off that captures the messy, downward spiral of what used to be a picture-perfect relationship and the importance of self-worth.

Newsletter: Nadine Lustre turns a decade of life lessons in “10YRS”

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Nadine Lustre has released her new song “10YRS,” an introspective ballad that looks back on a decade of growth, heartbreak, mistakes, self-discovery, and transformation.

07 October 2026

Newsletter: JASMINE YEN UNLEASHES THE SHADOW WITH NEW SINGLE "SWEAT"

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Jasmine Yen is stepping into the spotlight—and the shadows—with her stunning new single, "SWEAT," available now on all major streaming platforms. A dark pop tour de force, the track ushers in a bold new era for the artist, fusing theatrical grandeur, fashion-forward attitude, and visceral, unbridled emotion into a sound that is as captivating as it is unsettling.

05 October 2026

Newsletter: Lil Nas X returns with deeply personal new single “World’s Greatest”

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Multi-platinum, chart-topping, award-winning artist Lil Nas X has returned with his first single in a year and a half, the triumphant and deeply personal “World’s Greatest,” out via Columbia Records.

04 October 2026

Newsletter: ‘Eraserheads: Combo On The Run’ wins Best International Director Award at New York’s LIMEHOF Music Documentary Film Festival

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Eraserheads: Combo On The Run, the acclaimed music documentary chronicling the legacy of the Eraserheads, has earned another international distinction, with director Maria Diane Ventura receiving the Best International Director Award at the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) Music Documentary Film Festival in New York.

Newsletter: Filipino all-girl band tuesday trinkets finds comfort in “I know one day”

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All-girl dreamy power pop band tuesday trinkets explores the unspoken comfort of having someone by your side in “I know one day,” their new single released under Sony Music Entertainment.

03 October 2026

Newsletter: Iman Fandi enters her bold era with new EP "Afterglow"

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Singaporean artist Iman Fandi released her debut EP "Afterglow" on 25 September 2026 across all major streaming platforms, the culmination of a breakout year and her most significant work yet as an independent artist.

01 October 2026

Newsletter: NICKELBACK RELEASE NEW SINGLE “MAKE ME LOVE YOU”

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Following the explosive arrival of “Rattle The Cage” (feat. John 5) and the emotionally charged “Leave Me Behind,” Diamond-certified rock band Nickelback today release their new single “Make Me Love You,” the latest offering from their highly anticipated new studio album, Everything Under The Sun, arriving October 30, via Virgin Music Group.

Newsletter: ONE CLICK STRAIGHT expands global festival run with Taiwan’s Vagabond Festival

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ONE CLICK STRAIGHT (OCS) will perform at Vagabond Festival 2026, one of Taiwan's biggest music festivals.

30 September 2026

Newsletter: SAG-AFTRA AND SOUNDEXCHANGE HONOR COMMON WITH 2026 ARTIST IMPACT AWARD

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SAG-AFTRA and SoundExchange presented Common with the 2026 Artist Impact Award at an intimate luncheon on September 24 at The Luckman Club at Soho House West Hollywood. Leaders from across music, film, television and media such as Anthony Anderson, NO I.D., DeRay Davis, and D-Nice gathered to honor the Grammy, Oscar and Emmy-winning musician, actor, producer and entrepreneur.