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Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista recently renewed contract with Universal Records with a brand new album titled “Romance Revisited: The Love Songs of Jose Mari Chan,” A multi-awarded musician and one of the leading OPM icons, Christian doesn’t stop exploring ways to enrich his undying passion for music. He enjoys collaborating with different artists and working with local and international producers and composers. Romance Revisited: The Love Songs of Jose Mari Chan from Universal Records.
Promising newcomer dia maté dials down the R&B melodrama for a luscious summertime tune that is built around laid-back melodies, indie-pop influences, and tropical-sounding rhythms in her new single, “Dream.” Dream is also currently making rounds as a featured song on H&M’s Summer Campaign and as part of the “Best of H&M Philippines Store” playlist. Produced by IV of Spades’ Blaster Salonga and written by dia maté herself. She is set to debut this summer under Island Record Philippines with an EP called ‘Heart Hates Me.” Dream is available now on YouTube and all digital platforms worldwide via Island Records Philippines.
Julie Anne San Jose showcases her singing prowess and her flair for dancing once again in her sizzling music video of “Free.” Free was featured in Spotify’s New Music Friday and OPM Rising playlists and Youtube Music’s New Releases section. It also landed the number 2 spot on iTunes Philippines Chart just a few hours after its official release last May 5. Free is written by Julie Anne herself with Eduardo Gonzalez and Denise Pimping. Produced by Herdy Casseus, Andrew Gonzales, Carlisle Tabanera, and Ito Rapadas. Stream “FREE” on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Deezer, and all digital stores worldwide under Universal Records. The official Free music video is directed by Miggy Tanchanco and available now on YouTube.
Fil-Am pop vocalist Cheesa gives a mind-blowing performance in the freshly-released music video of her “Bakit Pa” by Jessa Zaragoza remake, bringing the OPM classic to greater heights as one of the tracks in musical director Troy Laureta’s album “Kaibigan: A Troy Laureta OPM Collective Vol. 1.” The music video features the pasa doble or double-step dance performed by couple Jake Zyrus and Shy Aquino. It showcases Cheesa as a singing señorita while Troy plays the piano in the background. Abel Rodriquez, in collaboration with YouMeUs MNL, directed the video. Bakit Pa is available now on YouTube.
Two puppies fall in love in the most adorable, unexpected ways on the music video of Sponge Cola‘s “Labis-labis.” The romantic comedy-inspired story pays tribute to the unconditional loyalty and friendship that their pets have given them through the years. “We all have pets and love them very dearly, and this is our way of saying thanks.” Vocalist and guitarist Yael Yuzon shares the same sentiment, honoring the dogs that have been with them through thick and thin. The music video of Labis-labis is directed by Robin Estargo and KeepFilming Inc. Labis-labis available now on YouTube via Sony Music Philippines.
After a string of No. 1 hit, Filipino artist Zack Tabudlo returns with another crossover anthem that documents the great lengths one must go through to save a relationship. “Hindi Ko Kaya” (released under Island Records Philippines and MCA Music, Inc.) is a song about letting go of pride and coming to terms with moving on from a failed romance. It has a sturdy grasp for punchy hooks and arena-ready infectiousness, bringing to mind the nostalgic heydays of the 2000s alt-rock boom with the polished appeal of a contemporary pop record. The guitar rhythms, layers, and drums are the main highlights of the song, giving off a laid-back feel that’s easy to sing along with. Hindi Ko Kaya available now on YouTube via Island Records Philippines and MCA Music Inc.
