MOR Pinoy Music Awards to Recognize OPM’s Best on July 16 at the Big Dome

 

ABS-CBN's FM radio station MOR 101.9 concludes the highly anticipated awards show honoring world-class Filipino talent, MOR Pinoy Music Awards (MORPMA), this July 16 (Tuesday) at the Araneta Coliseum.

 

Leading this year's nominees are Moira dela Torre and December Avenue with four nominations each, followed by This Band, Ben & Ben, IV of Spades, and JM de Guzman with two nods each.

 

Meanwhile, the nominees for the coveted Song of the Year include Moira and December Avenue for "Kung 'Di Rin Lang Ikaw," Shanti Dope for "Nadarang," IV of Spades for "Mundo," Moira for "Tagpuan," and juan karlos for "Buwan."

 

Now on its 6^th year, MORPMA honors the best OPM artists that truly made a mark in 2018 and declares the winners based on the combined votes from MOR listeners, MOR Awards Committee, OPM Board members, and select OPM artists.

 

Joining the MORPMA this year are Edward Barber, Maymay Entrata, Alex Gonzaga, Sam Mangubat, This Band, Ben&Ben, Darren Espanto, Kritiko, Janine Berdin, I Belong To The Zoo, CK Kieron, Vivoree Esclito, Randy Santiago, and Regine Velasquez Alcasid.

 

Also don't miss the performances from your favorite MOR DJs as well as from other special guests.

 

See the nominees for this year's MORPMA 2019 below:

 

SONG OF THE YEAR 

"Kung 'Di Rin Lang Ikaw" December Avenue & Moira dela Torre 

 "Nadarang" Shanti Dope  

"Mundo" IV of Spades 

 "Tagpuan" Moira dela Torre 

 "Buwan" juan karlos 

 FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR 

Morissette "Panaginip" 

Maris Racal "Love is Easy" 

 Moira dela Torre "Tagpuan" 

 Yeng Constantino "Ako Muna" 

MALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR 

Sam Mangubat "'Pagkat Nariyan Ka" 

 Inigo Pascual "Lumang Tugtugin" 

 JM de Guzman "Sa Mga Bituin Na Lang Ibubulong" 

 Darren Espanto "Poison" 

 BEST COLLABORATION OF  THE YEAR

"Kung 'Di Rin Lang Ikaw" December Avenue & Moira dela Torre  

"Tayo Na 'Di Tayo" Maris Racal & Inigo Pascual 

"Kababata" Kyla & Kritiko 

"Nanay, Tatay" Darren Espanto, Gloc-9, & Anne Curtis 

LSS HIT OF THE YEAR 

BMG Edward Barber 

 "Bituin" Maymay Entrata 

"Chambe" Alex Gonzaga 

"Nadarang" Shanti Dope 

 "Sasamahan Kita" Loisa Andalio 

BEST NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR 

 "Nadarang" Shanti Dope

 "Mas Mabuti Pa" Janine Berdin 

 "Wala Nang Iba" Froilan Canlas 

 "Gustong Gusto Kita" Cove  

OPM REVIVAL OF THE YEAR 

"214" JM de Guzman 

"Di Na Muli" Janine Teñoso 

"Para Sa'yo" McLisse 

"Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko" Moira dela Torre 

DIGITAL ARTIST OF THE YEAR 

"Kahit Ayaw Mo Na" This Band 

 "Bulong"  December Avenue

  "Kathang Isip" Ben & Ben

 "Sana"  I Belong To The Zoo

"Oks Lang" John Roa 

BAND OF THE YEAR 

"Maybe The Night" Ben & Ben 

 "Kahit Na Anong Sabihin Ng Iba" Unit 406

 "Kahit Ayaw Mo Na"  This Band

 "Mundo"  IV of Spades

 "Kung 'Di Rin Lang Ikaw" December Avenue

REGIONAL SONG OF THE YEAR 

 "Bambambam" Karencitta (Cebu) 

 "Wa'y Blema" Wonggoys (Cebu) 

 "Nag-iisang Muli" Cup Of Joe (Baguio) 

By: JENG On 7/13/2019 06:13:00 PM

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Michael V. Graces MYX as Celebrity VJ this July

There will be no bad days this July as Michael V brightens the country's number one music channel as MYX Celebrity VJ.

 

The rainy season won't stop the renowned comedian from bringing in his electric, uproarious energy into the fold while he ushers in fresh tunes and the hottest music videos this month.

 

Meanwhile, rap icon Gloc-9 thrills viewers as he takes on the role of "MYX Headliner." The legendary rapper makes time for the music channel before gearing up for his upcoming "Lohika Ng Masa" concert with Shanti Dope next month.

 

Better days are definitely ahead of us, as we put the "MYX Spotlight" on young and fast-rising OPM band Better Days. Get to know vocalist and lead guitarist Daniel Paringit, bassist Gelo Cabigon, and pianist Rosner Mabuti all month on the music channel, and don't miss their MYXclusive performance of "Nararamdaman" and "Sige Lang" soon on MYX's Facebook and YouTube channel.

 

Catch Celebrity VJ Michael V on "Pop MYX" until Saturday (July 6), "Pinoy MYX" on July 7 to 13, "Mellow MYX" on July 14 to 20, and "MYX Backtrax" on July 21 to 27. Watch MYX on ABS-CBN TVplus channel 12, SKYcable channel 23, and SKYdirect channel 37.

For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom.

By: JENG On 7/13/2019 06:03:00 PM

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(Photos) Angel Locsin Engaged with Neil Arce

Barely 2 years after admitting that they are exclusively dating, Angel Locsin and Neil Arce decided to level up their relationship.

On Saturday afternoon, the couple proudly announced their engangement.

The happy news started when Neil shared a photo on Instagram as he held a diamond ring with Angel waiting in the background. His caption reads, "Excuse me miss... I have a question…"

In another post, Neil wrote, "Thank you for allowing me to be with you, take care of you, and most of all love you for the rest of my life."

Angel, meanwhile, shared a photo of her wearing the ring with the caption, "We're engaged! Waaaaaaaaaah." 

She called Neil's proposal the "Surprise of my life."

By: JENG On 6/30/2019 10:58:00 PM

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Asianovela Channel Fans Meet Korean Superstar Park Bo Gum in Manila

 

Bogummies weren't able to hide their joy when Asianovela Channel, the ultimate fanbayan on free TV on TVplus, made their dreams come through when they joined in welcoming one of Korea's biggest stars to date, Park Bo Gum, last June 21 in an exclusive media conference for his " May Your Everyday Be A Good Day" Asian Tour.

 

"Bogummies" or Park Bo Gum fans Jasmin Salutem, Clarisse Canaveral, Sophia Mae Santos, Kristine Bolor, Donna Marivielle Castillo, Allyza Consulta, Jennifer Morfe, Ashley Raine Rodriguez, Monica Manjares and Rose Mary Abenoja are the ten lucky Asianovela Channel fans who were given the rare opportunity to join the presscon of their Korean idol after their answers were randomly chosen for the "Question of the Day" posted on the Asianovela Channel Facebook page.  

 

"I can't believe I've seen Oppa Park Bo Gum in real life! I am extremely happy to be able to have the chance to join this event. Thank you to Asianovela Channel for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It's so worth it to be an avid viewer of Asianovela Channel and be an ACnatic!" Jennifer Morfe exclaimed.  

 

"This is a memorable experience for all Filipino fans of Park Bo Gum. It's a wonderful feeling to see your idol in real life when you are used to just watching him onscreen. He is just perfect, I can't explain it,"   Claire Canaveral added.

 

Park Bo Gum met his Filipino fans for the first time last June 22 at the Mall of Asia Arena for the "Park Bo Gum: May Your Day Be A Good Day" Asian Tour. The Manila leg was produced by ABS-CBN Events and Ovation Productions, in partnership with Blossom Entertainment.

 

The "Bo-gum magic" first hit the country when Park Bo Gum played a Joseon era crown prince in "Love in the Moonlight" which aired on ABS-CBN and Asianovela Channel. 

 

Continue following the latest in Asian hits for Pinoys on Asianovela Channel. 

For more details, visit Asianovela Channel on Facebook (fb.com/AsianovelaChannel).

By: JENG On 6/30/2019 10:52:00 PM

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4 Fresh Song Collaborations You Should Listen to ASAP

It's been raining feels recently. Songs have also been pouring emotions to listeners, with artists even teaming up with other artists—making tracks seem like a double-whammy to most. 

Here are the latest collabs you should listen to ASAP.

1.    "CRAZY ABOUT" BY JAYDA AND RENN MIKO

Our sweet Jayda takes her music to new heights as she works with up and coming Indonesian singer-songwriter Renn Miko for track "Crazy About." Their duet talks about two people wondering if the other feels the same way, sung in the most hopeful yet most youthful way. Jayda is one of the Kapamilya artists who is slowly breaking into the international music scene as ABS-CBN continues to champion Filipino talent on the world stage.                                                                                                                                     

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8Qm_mNTxIY

2.    "SALAMAT SA…" BY LOISA AND KRITIKO

The catchy track showcases Loisa Andalio's newly-forged team up with rising rapper Kritiko. It talks about how lives of both changed since they met the other and being immensely thankful for it. Kritiko first graced the local music scene through Himig Handog 2018 where he won 3^rd Best Song.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27r_KN3l8zw

3.    "PATAWAD, PAALAM" BY MOIRA AND I BELONG TO THE ZOO

Two artists known for heart aching songs come together in a new hurting track, "Patawad, Paalam." Let Moira dela Torre and I Belong to the Zoo pluck at your heartstrings as they sing about the difficult road of loving and letting go.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ou_o8_KjN6I

4.    "IMPOSIBLE" BY KZ TANDINGAN AND SHANTI DOPE

Originally off KZ's sophomore album "Soul Supreme," the new version of "Imposible" features rapper and young hitmaker Shanti Dope. He matched KZ's lyrics about realizing how much she deserves better than an ex-lover with a verse of his own that goes, "Kaso parang pagod ka na kakaunawa / Panahon na din yata maalalang 'di na ako bata." The collaboration's music video, which premiered on YouTube last June 14, now has over 1.2 million views.  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIDtdcp4ECQ

 

Check out these songs and more in various digital music platforms and on ABS-CBN Star Music's YouTube channel. For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or visit www.abscbnpr.com.

By: JENG On 6/30/2019 10:39:00 PM

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Kevin Feige Says “Spider-Man: Far From Home” Continues “Avengers: Endgame”

 

The master has spoken: Avengers: Endgame isn't truly the end. In two newly released videos, Kevin Feige urges Marvel fans to see how Spider-Man steps out of Tony Stark's shadow in Spider-Man: Far From Home. 

 

Check out the videos below and watch Spider-Man: Far From Home in cinemas July 3. Also in IMAX and 4DX.

 

YouTube: https://youtu.be/3q6PDMtGo_A and https://youtu.be/nGtVS0BL3k0 

 

Spider-Man: Far From Home is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

By: JENG On 6/30/2019 10:30:00 PM

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ABS-CBN News Boosts Fight Against Fake News with Digital-First Stories

 

ABS-CBN News strengthens its fight against disinformation and misinformation online with the launch of "NXT," informative videos on current events and relevant issues produced for the digital generation of Filipinos.

 

"NXT," which is housed within ABS-CBN News' online and social media platforms, will explain complex issues and phenomenon through concise, engaging, and well-researched videos that will first be released on digital. It "unbreaks" traditional news formats to suit the changing needs, habits, and interests of audiences online.  

 

ABS-CBN News Digital head Karen Puno said they envision "NXT" to be the source of authoritative news content produced specifically and especially for the YouTube generation, who are currently being targeted in spreading disinformation and misinformation online.

 

"We set up a new team composed of video journalists and producers that will utilize all manners of audio and visual tools and storytelling styles to deliver relevant, credible, and authoritative breaking and context news stories to the digital generation," she said. 

 

ABS-CBN Integrated News & Current Affairs head Ging Reyes said this small but nimble team of video-and-tech-savvy video producers will be working with ABS-CBN News' roster of veteran news reporters and researchers to produce videos that are truly able to analyze and provide context to current events. "NXT" will also carry in-depth reports, fact-check pieces, and features that convey the biggest stories of the day.

  

Breaking in its video capabilities before the "Halalan 2019" in May, NXT produced veteran journalist Christian Esguerra's explainer "#Halalan2019: Ano ba talaga ang trabaho ng senador?" (https://www.facebook.com/dzmmteleradyo/videos/2022904938004294/) which aimed to enlighten audiences on the real responsibilities of a senator.

 

Meanwhile, the "Millennial Meetup" series featured six young persons for a discussion on the country's most pressing issues, including mental health, same-sex marriage, and federalism like in this video (https://www.facebook.com/abscbnNEWS/videos/335768793752387/). On the other hand, the "Pipol" series focused on individuals who achieved near-impossible feats or have remarkable stories, like shoe designer Jojo Bragais, who created Catriona Gray's Miss Universe heels (https://www.facebook.com/abscbnNEWS/videos/483818115725435/).

 

These "NXT" videos gather page views anywhere from 150,000 to 2.5 million, serving as testimony to the new news consumers' appetite for this video form.

The launch of "NXT" is part of the digital transition of ABS-CBN, which has the biggest online presence among local media networks and a growing list of digital properties. In 2018, the country's leading media and entertainment company relaunched its pioneering streaming service iWant, which presently houses the biggest library of free movies, shows, and live events in the country and opened 2019 with over 11.3 million subscribers.

Stay tuned to the "NXT" videos on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram via @ABSCBNnews. For updates go to @abscbnpr on Facebook, Instagram, and twitter, or go to abscbnpr.com.

By: JENG On 6/30/2019 10:28:00 PM

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