Kubra Commander joins Lilystars Records’ impressive roster of music acts from the Philippines and beyond. Prior to signing up with the indie record label, the Cebu-based psychedelic rock outfit has been making waves online since the release of their breakthrough track, “On Your Left,” which made it to CNN’s 8 New Local Releases for your Listening Pleasure a…
Read moreOPM giants Yeng Constantino and Erik Santos will guest on the third episode of Rated Global Pinoy, an online series presented by PLDT Global Corporation's Free Bee. In the episode, aptly titled “Overseas Pinoy Music”, Constantino and Santos will spend an hour serenading Filipinos in the United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Philippines, and the rest …
Read moreVancouver-based Filipina singer-songwriter Dey Rose maintains a gripping sense of vulnerability on her debut EP, Panting Heart—released on all digital platforms worldwide via Lilystars Records. Intricately written and produced to capture a sound of lasting resonance and warmth, the 6-track record blends jazz-infused pop with folk, country, blues, prog ro…
Read moreAcclaimed singer-songwriter VANNA has finally dropped the last single from her debut EP, High Hopes-- arriving sometime in November. Produced by Roy Avital of Tel Aviv-based indie electronic trio Garden City Movement, ‘Friday Night’ is a soothing downtempo tune that is delicately built with layers of understated electronic soundscapes and atmospheric tex…
Read moreJannine Weigel has officially released her new single ‘ Passcode ’ via innovative new label, RedRecords. Produced by the Grammy-nominated record producer Tommy Brown, renowned for his work with Ariana Grande, Chris Brown, Fifth Harmony and more, ‘Passcode’ is a euphoric dance-pop anthem. It was co-written by Canadian singer-songwriter Jessie Reyez and it’s…
Read moreFilipino-Australian singer-songwriter Bryan Estepa navigates the process of understanding and coming to terms with life’s curveballs on his brand new single, “Admit Now, Pay Later”—released on September 18, Friday under Lilystars Records / Rock Indiana. Stripping everything down to essentials while exploring a more sonically adventurous approach to musicali…
Read moreAustralian pop sensation Sebastian Rhodes teams up with Filipina-Singaporean artist Ysa Yaneza on the new single “Miss Me”— out today, September 4, 2020 (Friday), on all digital platforms worldwide. The eclectic pairing explores the glitchy but shimmering surface of pop music while maintaining a slightly experimental production for good measure. Turning t…
Read moreToronto-based artist Sabby Sousa taps into something nostalgic and exhilarating on her new single “Emerald”—out today on all digital platforms worldwide. Despite its openness to tackle a romantic relationship gone astray, the smooth R&B song inhabits an optimistic headspace that values emotional maturity over impulsive demeanor. With her …
Read moreADHD represents the vicious-affective cycle experienced by artist, jaye in his bygone days as a hustling DJ. The four symptoms that make the acronymed A-D-H-D cycle are: Attention, Depression, Hit, and Dip. These were the formulaic-four that spun the cycle led headfirst by intoxication and party highs. All jaye could yearn for at the end was escape f…
Read moreAs the place where people talk about #WhatsHappening on anything under the sun, Filipinos go to Twitter to search and share their newest music finds. Filipinos recently raved about the newly established PARADISE RISING (@paradiserising) on Twitter following the release of their first mixtape semilucent. Now, the music collective once again made w…
Read moreNgayon na may pandemic, “Basta sama-sama, okay na.” ‘Yan siguro ang everyday nating reminder sa sarili. Iba ang lakas na binibigay kapag kasama natin ang mga loved ones, lalo na kapag nasisiguro natin na healthy sila at happy. Dahil dito, araw-araw natin goal na makadiscover ng mga wais tips for the family na may value for money. Tulad na la…
Read moreSinger-songwriter and producer Zack Tabudlo finds renewed perspective on time’s delicate role in shaping your own destiny, setting an ultimatum on fear with his newest single, “Nangangamba,” out this Friday, August 7, on digital platforms worldwide. On his first release under Island Records Philippines, Zack urges listeners to take ownership of the…
Read moreSingapore based producer-songwriter Eve Alai has released happy-sad banger “Pills and Potions,” the lead single of his upcoming debut EP, via indie label Umami Records. His first release with the international label features a collaboration with Sri Lankan pop artist, Senara, whose sassy but smooth vocal performance serves as a perfect balm to the …
Read moreSB19 pushes the envelope of pop music with the release of their debut full-length album, Get in the Zone, out today on all digital platforms worldwide via Sony Music. Mashing together various music influences with top-tier production and global appeal, the nine-track release features six original compositions, along with the EDM version of “Love…
Read moreAfter reaching more than 120,000 views on Facebook in less than a month, UE Jam Sessions ’ collaborative song “ Lalaban Tayo ” is finally available on digital and streaming platforms worldwide via MCA Music, Inc. Recorded and filmed in the respective homes of participating members during the quarantine, “Lalaban Tayo” was written by Jenny Legaspi…
Read moreJean Tan’s latest single “Oak Cherry Wine” sees her continuing strong in a signature, bluesy vein, dropping on 24 July on all major digital streaming platforms via Leeway. This is Jean’s third and final single before the anticipated 5-song EP is released in fall 2020, produced and arranged by Singaporean R&B artist and multi-instrumentalist Dru C…
Read moreFollowing the success of their debut single “Lihim Na Pagtingin,” eight-piece collective We Got returns with a follow-up that takes their reggae-infused sound to exciting new places. Their second single “Ligaya,” a cover of The Eraserheads’ inescapable hit, captures the essence of the original, while redressing its vibe with fuller, brighter eleme…
Read moreInternational phenomenon and China’s top idol LAY (Lay Zhang) heads straight to No. 1 on iTunes Top Albums Philippines with the release of his latest EP, LIT. A two-part release featuring six songs each, LIT also peaked at the summit of the iTunes Top Albums chart in 14 countries. Stream Lit, Yixing (his Chinese name), and Zhang (his surnam…
Read moreIsraeli Indie-Folk singer-songwriter VANNA releases Let Me Fall, the second single of her 5-track debut EP High Hopes released via Umami Records. This song explores the meaning of embracing the vulnerability that one has while falling in love. The ambient production centred around a finger picked acoustic guitar and pulsating bass lines exudes a powe…
Read moreRico Blanco has finally dropped the official music video for his new solo single in four years. With various footages taken here and abroad, the visuals for “This Too Shall Pass” take a closer look at how the pandemic has brought the entire world to a standstill. Given the unprecedented uncertainty and challenges that COVID-19 poses, the vide…
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