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THE ROAD TO THE APPARITION: URBANDUB’S ALBUM LAUNCH The Sound Of The Giant South is gaining more recognition around the nation like never before. At the forefront of the whole movement is a band with a record that surpasses most bands that have come out of the Queen City of Cebu. They are none other than Urbandub. Since their emergence, they have come out with a completely infectious and original blend of dynamic song structures and hurricane-force rhythms that made them a sure thing to break out of the pack, but even the band could not have imagined how far. To stir up the anticipation for the upcoming release of their massive and pioneering album under MCA Music, Urbandub’s album launch vows to be nothing short of extraordinary. On November 28, 2009, Urbandub will be launching their undoubtedly mind-blowing album “THE APPARITION” under MCA Music! Limited Deluxe Edition copies will be released ONLY AT THE VENUE and will contain the bonus track, “Home”. True Blue Dubistas can prove the...

We're very fortunate to attend the soft blessing of The Piazza at Venice, McKinely Hill soft launch and blessing at McKinley Hill - The Fort, Taguig. Though some areas are not yet fully constructed, some restaurants have their soft opening too. As we checked the structure, it was more like a Philippine version of 'The Venice' Mall. Can't wait to see this newly built place soon!

Saw the documentary movie last October 31 and it was a mixed emotion. From the production down to the actual rehearsals, I must say that Michael Jackson really did his best. Now all he left was memories, I am pretty sure he'll always be remembered ... and am always his #1 fan. Here is the official poster + the official soundtrack - "This is It" Michael Jackson - This Is It Lyrics and Video This Is It by Michael Jackson, Music Lyrics and Video This Is It is the upcoming first single from Michael Jackson’s posthumous album, This Is It, which accompanies the upcoming Sony Pictures motion picture release Michael Jackson’s This Is It. The song features backing vocals from Michael’s brothers, The Jacksons. Here you can listen the full song. Michael Jackson - This Is It Lyrics This is it, here I stand I’m the light of the world, I feel grand Got this love I can feel And I know yes for sure it is real And it feels as though I’ve seen your face a thousand times And you said you re...

RP eyes high prospects in Taiwan’s outbound market Charter flights to Kalibo, Boracay to boost arrivals Optimistic to get a bigger slice of the outbound market of Taiwan in time for the upcoming winter months’ long vacation and the Chinese New Year in February 2010, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has recently conducted presentations in three big cities of Kaohsiung, Taichung and Taipei, in Taiwan. Tourism Secretary Ace Durano said, “Taiwan continues to be one of the country’s top source markets for nature-based travel. Prospects are high from this market, as we keep up our strong tourism links with this segment.” Pointing to increased charter flights to Kalibo and Boracay, Durano noted, “Ease of travel is integral to tourism activity. With continued and additional charter flights, our most popular beach destinations can expect increased arrivals for the coming year ahead.” The presentations and meetings with various airline officials and tourism leaders in Taiwan were led by Undersecr...

ANDREA BOCELLI ‘MY CHRISTMAS’ Produced by David Foster The album for Christmas 2009 Whose will be the record most heard in homes around the country this Christmas? Chances are that more people will choose to share My Christmas with Andrea Bocelli than any other. The amazing Tuscany-born tenor has sold a staggering 65 million records to date, making him possibly the most successful tenor recording star in history. Expectations will be high when it comes to unwrapping his Christmas present to his countless fans – and they will not be disappointed. My Christmas offers a sequence of heart-warming, beautiful new arrangements and interpretations of classic tunes one never tires of, with Andrea's caressing, resplendent voice at its best. Favourites such as Adeste Fideles, White Christmas and Silent Night have never sounded more alluring. The remarkable Canadian producer David “Hit Man” Foster has set the scene for Andrea Bocelli’s Christmas party by inviting an altogether extraordina...

ANDREA BOCELLI ‘MY CHRISTMAS’ Produced by David Foster The album for Christmas 2009 Whose will be the record most heard in homes around the country this Christmas? Chances are that more people will choose to share My Christmas with Andrea Bocelli than any other. The amazing Tuscany-born tenor has sold a staggering 65 million records to date, making him possibly the most successful tenor recording star in history. Expectations will be high when it comes to unwrapping his Christmas present to his countless fans – and they will not be disappointed. My Christmas offers a sequence of heart-warming, beautiful new arrangements and interpretations of classic tunes one never tires of, with Andrea's caressing, resplendent voice at its best. Favourites such as Adeste Fideles, White Christmas and Silent Night have never sounded more alluring. The remarkable Canadian producer David “Hit Man” Foster has set the scene for Andrea Bocelli’s Christmas party by inviting an altoge...

Celebrate pop royalty with three Poptastic princesses who don’t only flash their shining crowned tresses on your TV screens, they also rock out the world with their infectious music led by their power vocals! Roll down the red carpet for Disney’s Princesses of Pop! DEMI LOVATO, SELENA GOMEZ and MILEY CYRUS! DEMI LOVATO She started out as an innocent daughter of a caterer who had a simple dream of going to the hottest camp in town, Camp Rock! She had the ultimate chance of a lifetime of starring in a movie alongside the biggest heartthrobs of the teen world, The Jonas Brothers! Yet, instead of receiving hate mail from across the globe from numerous Jonas fans, she became a hot topic and the favorite of both boys and girls due to her power vocals and insistently charming looks! Her new album, Here We Go Again has been in retail and music charts for consecutive weeks and despite its massive success, Demi is far from laying back and going with the flow. She’s up on her feet again for the...

Media Release November 2009 Cebu is destination for eco-fashion The Department of Tourism (DOT) is widely upholds Cebu's position as Asia’s Destination for eco-fashion with Bijoux Cebu, the country’s first grand showcase of fashion pieces made from sustainable natural materials and 'reclaimed' objects or scraps and trash. With the world constantly faced with environmental challenges, communities are now taking a more proactive stance in responding to climate change, expanding their livelihood activities as they go. Sitio Ilum in Catmon, Cebu, has been actively planting pangantuon trees, used for Philippine fashion accessories for export. This small town of less than 100 families, unassuming as it looked, grows the raw materials used for the country’s most eco-friendly jewelry. Being the source of the basic supplies such as indigenous fabric, textile, and wooden beads made into eco-fashion pieces, Sitio Ilum was one of the highlights of Cebu’s pioneering endeavor in promotin...

Media Release November 2009 Cebu is destination for eco-fashion The Department of Tourism (DOT) is widely upholds Cebu's position as Asia’s Destination for eco-fashion with Bijoux Cebu, the country’s first grand showcase of fashion pieces made from sustainable natural materials and 'reclaimed' objects or scraps and trash. With the world constantly faced with environmental challenges, communities are now taking a more proactive stance in responding to climate change, expanding their livelihood activities as they go. Sitio Ilum in Catmon, Cebu, has been actively planting pangantuon trees, used for Philippine fashion accessories for export. This small town of less than 100 families, unassuming as it looked, grows the raw materials used for the country’s most eco-friendly jewelry. Being the source of the basic supplies such as indigenous fabric, textile, and wooden beads made into eco-fashion pieces, Sitio Ilum was one of the highlights of Cebu’s pioneering endeavor in promo...

NINE YEAR OLD GIRL BAGS THE GRAND PRIZE AT THE MARIAH CAREY-OKE GRAND FINALS Big talent came in a small package during the grand finals of the Mariah Carey-oke Grand Finals that was held at SM Megamall Event Center last October 29, 2009 where twenty contestants from all across the country battled it off by singing to the tune of the new single of Mariah Carey, I Want to Know W hat Love Is. The contest started last October 2, 2009 where participating Odyssey and Astrovision stores became the venue for the videoke singing showdown headed by The Only Videoke that supports WOW Philippines , WOW Videoke. The participants who scored 95 points and above got the chance to become one of the finalists via a raffle dr aw that was done before the big night of the finals . The roster of finalists consisted of contestants with very diverse age, backgrounds and gend er. From eight year olds to those in their thirties, amateurs to contest dwellers as well as hardcore Mariah Care...

CHICOSCI TO ROCK OUT EASTWOOD ON NOVEMBER 6 WITH THEIR BLACK HEARTS PARTY! After their record breaking album launch stormed by a massive crowd; after scoring the most number of chatters in the MYX online chat; after rapidly soaring to the number 1 spot with their single “Diamond Shotgun” in the TV and Radio Charts, CHICOSCI remains strong as they unleash their latest offering FLY BLACK HEARTS under MCA Music! With a new rocking sound, an unbeatable vigor, and impenetrable force, this band has most definitely brought in the most explosive album to date! This is just the beginning of great things! CHICOSCI is out to give you more as they invite you to party with them and celebrate their success! MARK THE DATE: NOVEMBER 6, Friday, 8 pm, Eastwood Central Plaza. This will be the hottest and most rocking event this year as CHICOSCI holds the BLACK HEARTS PARTY! Want more? The BAND will be giving away their PERSONAL stuff! Head on to major Odyssey Music and Video outlets, purchase a copy of ...