‘Oriang’ album memorializes the stories of forgotten Filipino heroes

‘Oriang’ album memorializes the stories of forgotten Filipino heroes

MANILA, Philippines – Musician Tao Aves, alongside rapper and beatmaker Calix, launched the 12-track album Oriang in late September to pay tribute to contemporary Philippine heroes. At its core, the album draws inspiration from Gregoria […]

ASIYA FEST brings the best of Asian music to the Filipino crowd

IN PHOTOS: ASIYA FEST brings the best of Asian music to the Filipino crowd

MANILA, Philippines – The best thing about big music festivals is that you leave with way more music acts to listen to than when you first walked into the venue. You’re always going to be […]

She’s feeling so Filipino! These local celebs attended Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘GUTS’ concert in PH Arena

She’s feeling so Filipino! These local celebs attended Olivia Rodrigo’s 'GUTS' concert in PH Arena

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. Andrea Brillantes, Sharlene San Pedro, and Marian Rivera are among the local stars who didn’t pass up seeing […]

Oliver Cronin on writing healing anthems, collaborating with Filipino artists

Oliver Cronin on writing healing anthems, collaborating with Filipino artists

The 22-year-old Australian singer-songwriter tells Rappler about his upcoming EP and his experience working with Filipino musicians MANILA, Philippines – 22-year-old musician, Oliver Cronin, made a name for himself through his song covers, remixes, and […]

BINI becomes first Filipino act to place #1 in Spotify PH’s Daily Top Artists chart

BINI announces regional leg of ‘BINIverse: The First Solo Concert’ 

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. The achievement comes after BINI became the first and lone Filipino act to enter Spotify’s Global Top Artists […]

Spotify PH’s 1st year-end party celebrates Filipino ingenuity

Spotify PH's 1st year-end party celebrates Filipino ingenuity

It’s Been REAL, 2023 was a celebration of Filipino ingenuity as several OPM artists and Pinoy podcasts were recognized for the incredible milestones they reached this year MANILA, Philippines – Each year, one of the […]

[OPINION] The Filipino singer is an overused trope. It’s time she evolved.

[OPINION] The Filipino singer is an overused trope. It’s time she evolved.

‘Vocal gymnastics and high-notes can only get you so far. And in reality, there is nothing fresh or original about the ability to replicate the talents of Whitney Houston or other powerhouse female vocalists.’ Angelica […]

Pageant Queen Geena Rocero Teaches Us Filipino Doll Slang

Pageant Queen Geena Rocero Teaches Us Filipino Doll Slang

Geena Rocero is a former beauty queen champion, model, and trans activist preparing for the release of her first memoir Horse Barbie (out now). In the book, she chronicles her journey from pageant life in […]

Hollywood stars wearing Filipino designers on Oscars red carpet

Hollywood stars wearing Filipino designers on Oscars red carpet

From Rita Moreno to Britney Spears, these stars chose designs by Filipinos for their Oscars OOTDs MANILA, Philippines – An Oscar win may have eluded the Philippines this year after Triangle of Sadness star Dolly […]

How Filipino sapphic musicians carve out spaces for women who love other women

How Filipino sapphic musicians carve out spaces for women who love other women

There’s a certain softness listening to Pixie Labrador sing about romance — her love songs overflow with poetic metaphors (You are kindness when the world is cruel / You are patience when there’s no time […]