Living the Westlife Way

PHIL STAR:

“We know we can sing. That’s the easy part.”

That’s what Shane Filan said about Westlife, the boyband that helped pave the way for bands of the same genre, and that’s what they’ve been happily doing all these 14 years during which they sold over 44 million records worldwide, 14 of them No. 1 singles in the United Kingdom, making them the only artist with the most consecutive No. 1’s in the UK.

Minus Bryan McFadden who has gone solo, the remaining four Westlife guys — that is, Shane, 32; Kian Egan, 31; Mark Feehily, 31; and Nicky Byrne, at 33 the oldest of the group — are coming for a concert at the Araneta Coliseum next Thursday, Sept. 29, as part-promo for their latest album called Gravity, released locally by Sony Music.

“It’s a really good album,” said Nicky in an exclusive phone Conversation (again, the band agreed to talk only to one Philippine paper, The STAR). “It’s one producer. It’s one sound. Maybe it’s taken us 14 years to get there. But it doesn’t matter. We’re here now.”

And here they will stay, well-entrenched on top and unchallenged by the emergence of other bands.

Before he became a Westlifer, Nicky played professional football and represented Ireland at several underage competitions. He’s married to Georgina Ahern, his childhood sweetheart and they have fraternal twin sons named Jay and Rocco, four years old. Except for Mark, the two other members are married, too, and have kids of their own.

Nicky (rightmost) with (from left) Kian, Shane and Mark.

You and the other Westlife guys are coming to the Philippines for a concert on Sept. 29. Welcome back!

“We’re looking forward to it. You know, the Philippines has always been very welcoming to Westlife. Ever since we first went there in 1999, the people there have been so friendly to Westlife and I know that Westlife songs mean a lot to some people there.”

When you were here in 1999, you were new as a group.

“That’s right. We’ve been to the Philippines I think maybe four or five times for promo visits and we’ve done some concert visits. It’s a place that we do like to visit again and again. It’s been too long since we’ve been back, so we’re really looking forward to go back over there and to, you know, sing all our songs for the fans again. It should be very special.”

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Living the Westlife Way

PHIL STAR:

“We know we can sing. That’s the easy part.”

That’s what Shane Filan said about Westlife, the boyband that helped pave the way for bands of the same genre, and that’s what they’ve been happily doing all these 14 years during which they sold over 44 million records worldwide, 14 of them No. 1 singles in the United Kingdom, making them the only artist with the most consecutive No. 1’s in the UK.

Minus Bryan McFadden who has gone solo, the remaining four Westlife guys — that is, Shane, 32; Kian Egan, 31; Mark Feehily, 31; and Nicky Byrne, at 33 the oldest of the group — are coming for a concert at the Araneta Coliseum next Thursday, Sept. 29, as part-promo for their latest album called Gravity, released locally by Sony Music.

“It’s a really good album,” said Nicky in an exclusive phone Conversation (again, the band agreed to talk only to one Philippine paper, The STAR). “It’s one producer. It’s one sound. Maybe it’s taken us 14 years to get there. But it doesn’t matter. We’re here now.”

And here they will stay, well-entrenched on top and unchallenged by the emergence of other bands.

Before he became a Westlifer, Nicky played professional football and represented Ireland at several underage competitions. He’s married to Georgina Ahern, his childhood sweetheart and they have fraternal twin sons named Jay and Rocco, four years old. Except for Mark, the two other members are married, too, and have kids of their own.

Nicky (rightmost) with (from left) Kian, Shane and Mark.

You and the other Westlife guys are coming to the Philippines for a concert on Sept. 29. Welcome back!

“We’re looking forward to it. You know, the Philippines has always been very welcoming to Westlife. Ever since we first went there in 1999, the people there have been so friendly to Westlife and I know that Westlife songs mean a lot to some people there.”

When you were here in 1999, you were new as a group.

“That’s right. We’ve been to the Philippines I think maybe four or five times for promo visits and we’ve done some concert visits. It’s a place that we do like to visit again and again. It’s been too long since we’ve been back, so we’re really looking forward to go back over there and to, you know, sing all our songs for the fans again. It should be very special.”

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Idol mania hits Manila

PHIL STAR:

We laughed, cried and cheered for them. Fresh from their American tour, the American Idol (AI) Season 10 finalists arrived yesterday for a two-night concert on Sept. 20 to 21 at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum.

The lives of Casey Abrams, Haley Reihart, Jacob Lusk, James Durbin, runner-up Lauren Alaina, Naima Adedapo, Paul McDonald, Pia Toscano, Stefano Langone, Thia Megia and winner Scotty McCreery have definitely changed since appearing on the show. They are excited to come to Manila, the only Asian city included in the tour.

“Just arriving here is beautiful and the food is amazing,” Pia said at the Manila Hotel presscon held yesterday.

“I haven’t been here since I was four,” added Thia, whose parents hailed from Pampanga. “It’s really lovely to be back with my mom and I promised her that one day I would eventually take her but I didn’t expect it so soon. I’m just really looking forward to learn more about the importance of my culture and seeing my roots,” she said.

“We heard more that the Philippines would be special and we’re looking forward to getting out,” said Scotty.

Scotty McCreery: Life has taken a 180 (degree turn). So I’m just trying to adjust

The Idol finalists are happy to see and hear the support of their Filipino fans. “There were a lot of people lining up and waiting outside (of the airport),” shared Naima.

Jacob said, on the other hand, they also look forward to go around the city, try the food and shop.

Asked how is it like making a name in the music scene, Lauren replied, “I feel like everyone is his own artist. I don’t think James (Durbin) is scared to be like the rock field because Kurt is there because they have been successful. I feel like it doesn’t really matter.”

For Scotty, life is never the same again since winning AI’s 10th season. “I have been living in an adult world now for the last couple of months. With that transition, life has taken a 180 thing so I’m just trying to adjust. For my hometown, I’m still the same Scotty. But out of my hometown, it’s a different thing.”

Scotty also admits that he has huge shoes to fill with Carrie Underwood’s win in Season Four. “It’s a whole lot different for all of us,” he said. “This is a new thing not only for Idol but for the country music world. There has never been a country music male and there’s no formula for that. So it’s a cool thing and a scary thing.” Scotty’s single I Love You This Big is topping the charts.

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Idol mania hits Manila

PHIL STAR:

We laughed, cried and cheered for them. Fresh from their American tour, the American Idol (AI) Season 10 finalists arrived yesterday for a two-night concert on Sept. 20 to 21 at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum.

The lives of Casey Abrams, Haley Reihart, Jacob Lusk, James Durbin, runner-up Lauren Alaina, Naima Adedapo, Paul McDonald, Pia Toscano, Stefano Langone, Thia Megia and winner Scotty McCreery have definitely changed since appearing on the show. They are excited to come to Manila, the only Asian city included in the tour.

“Just arriving here is beautiful and the food is amazing,” Pia said at the Manila Hotel presscon held yesterday.

“I haven’t been here since I was four,” added Thia, whose parents hailed from Pampanga. “It’s really lovely to be back with my mom and I promised her that one day I would eventually take her but I didn’t expect it so soon. I’m just really looking forward to learn more about the importance of my culture and seeing my roots,” she said.

“We heard more that the Philippines would be special and we’re looking forward to getting out,” said Scotty.

Scotty McCreery: Life has taken a 180 (degree turn). So I’m just trying to adjust

The Idol finalists are happy to see and hear the support of their Filipino fans. “There were a lot of people lining up and waiting outside (of the airport),” shared Naima.

Jacob said, on the other hand, they also look forward to go around the city, try the food and shop.

Asked how is it like making a name in the music scene, Lauren replied, “I feel like everyone is his own artist. I don’t think James (Durbin) is scared to be like the rock field because Kurt is there because they have been successful. I feel like it doesn’t really matter.”

For Scotty, life is never the same again since winning AI’s 10th season. “I have been living in an adult world now for the last couple of months. With that transition, life has taken a 180 thing so I’m just trying to adjust. For my hometown, I’m still the same Scotty. But out of my hometown, it’s a different thing.”

Scotty also admits that he has huge shoes to fill with Carrie Underwood’s win in Season Four. “It’s a whole lot different for all of us,” he said. “This is a new thing not only for Idol but for the country music world. There has never been a country music male and there’s no formula for that. So it’s a cool thing and a scary thing.” Scotty’s single I Love You This Big is topping the charts.

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The Black Eyed Peas will launch a campaign that aims to raise funds for education

PEP:

After their successful The Beginning Tour, multi-Grammy Award winning hip-hop group The Black Eyed Peas returns to Manila for a one-night only concert on October 25 at the SM Mall of Asia concert grounds.

Will.i.am, Apl.de.ap, Taboo, and Fergie are set to perform their hits "I Gotta Feeling," "Don't Stop the Party," "Boom, Boom Pow," and "The Dirty Bit."

Their October 25 concert will mark the launch of the "We Can Be Anything" campaign, a partnership between the Apl.de.Ap Foundation and the Ninoy Cory Aquino Foundation. This advocacy aims to raise funds to build public school classrooms and learning centers.

With disbandment rumors in the air, last July 2011 the band have denied breakup rumors and announced that they were taking an indefinite hiatus, focusing on their individual projects.

The group was formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1995. Since the release of their third album Elephunk in 2003, the group has sold an estimated 56 million records worldwide.

Their first worldwide song was "Where is the Love" in 2003, which topped over ten charts worldwide. Another single was the European hit "Shut Up." Their next album Monkey Business, was a worldwide success, certified 4× Platinum in the U.S., and spawning two singles, "My Humps" and "Don't Phunk with My Heart."

In 2009, the group became one of only 11 artists to have simultaneously held the No. 1 and No. 2 spots on the Billboard Hot 100, with their singles "Boom, Boom Pow" and "I Gotta Feeling," with the next single "Meet Me Halfway" achieving similar success, from the album The E.N.D..

Since 2004, Black Eyed Peas had six tours and have performed in hundreds of sold-out shows and concerts—The E.N.D World Tour in 2009 to 2010 and The Beginning Massive Stadium Tour in 2011.

Futuretainment and Music Management International, the producers of The Black Eyed Peas' Manila concert, are giving fans a special treat with their early bird promo.

Get 15 % OFF on VIP A and VIP B sections!

Promo is from September 12 - 19, 2011

Per DTI-NCR Permit no.6647.

Black Eyed Peas Live in Manila Ticket Prices: VIP A Php 10,000, VIP B Php 8,000, GOLD Php 4,000, SILVER Php 2,000, BRONZE Php 1000.

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The Black Eyed Peas will launch a campaign that aims to raise funds for education

PEP:

After their successful The Beginning Tour, multi-Grammy Award winning hip-hop group The Black Eyed Peas returns to Manila for a one-night only concert on October 25 at the SM Mall of Asia concert grounds.

Will.i.am, Apl.de.ap, Taboo, and Fergie are set to perform their hits "I Gotta Feeling," "Don't Stop the Party," "Boom, Boom Pow," and "The Dirty Bit."

Their October 25 concert will mark the launch of the "We Can Be Anything" campaign, a partnership between the Apl.de.Ap Foundation and the Ninoy Cory Aquino Foundation. This advocacy aims to raise funds to build public school classrooms and learning centers.

With disbandment rumors in the air, last July 2011 the band have denied breakup rumors and announced that they were taking an indefinite hiatus, focusing on their individual projects.

The group was formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1995. Since the release of their third album Elephunk in 2003, the group has sold an estimated 56 million records worldwide.

Their first worldwide song was "Where is the Love" in 2003, which topped over ten charts worldwide. Another single was the European hit "Shut Up." Their next album Monkey Business, was a worldwide success, certified 4× Platinum in the U.S., and spawning two singles, "My Humps" and "Don't Phunk with My Heart."

In 2009, the group became one of only 11 artists to have simultaneously held the No. 1 and No. 2 spots on the Billboard Hot 100, with their singles "Boom, Boom Pow" and "I Gotta Feeling," with the next single "Meet Me Halfway" achieving similar success, from the album The E.N.D..

Since 2004, Black Eyed Peas had six tours and have performed in hundreds of sold-out shows and concerts—The E.N.D World Tour in 2009 to 2010 and The Beginning Massive Stadium Tour in 2011.

Futuretainment and Music Management International, the producers of The Black Eyed Peas' Manila concert, are giving fans a special treat with their early bird promo.

Get 15 % OFF on VIP A and VIP B sections!

Promo is from September 12 - 19, 2011

Per DTI-NCR Permit no.6647.

Black Eyed Peas Live in Manila Ticket Prices: VIP A Php 10,000, VIP B Php 8,000, GOLD Php 4,000, SILVER Php 2,000, BRONZE Php 1000.

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American Idol finalists arrive in Manila for concert

GMA NEWS:

"We wouldn't be here if not for you guys," said Pia Toscano, one of the American Idol Season 10 finalists who are in Manila for the last leg of the American Idol Live! Tour 2011.

"We are so excited. You guys have pretty much watched us grow," said Toscano, who placed ninth in the long-running reality competition.

The eleven top finalists were all smiles at the press conference in Manila Hotel, held hours after landing at the airport, where fans gave them a warm welcome.

"We're all so excited to be here, I know I am. The plane ride here was awesome, Just arriving here was beautiful, the food is amazing, our fans are incredible. Greeting us at the airport, it was pretty cool experience," Toscano said

"We cannot wait to perform tomorrow and we look forward to seeing around. It's gonna be really nice," Toscano added.

Idols get warm Pinoy welcome

Runner-up Lauren Alaina shares that this is her second time outside the United States. "I'm really excited to meet all these new people because everyone's really loving here," she said.

Naima Adedapo said that apart from meeting the fans and being able to perform for an international audience, she looks forward to learning about the Filipino culture. "I've been learning some words in the language and tell me if i say it wrong but, salamat po," she said to the audience's delight.

Jacob Lusk had the audience laughing when he said he was excited to shop, adding that he had already tried some of the local food.

"Yeah! Because this is the place to shop shop shop shop shop! And it's a great place for eating... I had some of the purple stuff that's sweet what's it called, ube?" he said.

Haley Reinhart said she was excited to see how different the country really is. "It's so beautiful and all of you guys are so beautiful inside and out...your manners, and everything it's a really different place," she said.

Fil-Am Thia Megia

Filipino-American singer Thia Megia said it's good to be back. "I haven't been here since i was four. It's really lovely to be back with my mom. I was always telling her one day I would eventually take her and I didn't expect that it would be this soon. I just want to thank you all for having us here."

“I'm really looking for to just learning more about the importance of my culture and seeing my family again. I've missed them terribly, I'm looking forward to the idols enjoying their first time here in the Philippines. It's really amazing, and I'm really excited. Thank you so much, salamat po," she said.

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American Idol finalists arrive in Manila for concert

GMA NEWS:

"We wouldn't be here if not for you guys," said Pia Toscano, one of the American Idol Season 10 finalists who are in Manila for the last leg of the American Idol Live! Tour 2011.

"We are so excited. You guys have pretty much watched us grow," said Toscano, who placed ninth in the long-running reality competition.

The eleven top finalists were all smiles at the press conference in Manila Hotel, held hours after landing at the airport, where fans gave them a warm welcome.

"We're all so excited to be here, I know I am. The plane ride here was awesome, Just arriving here was beautiful, the food is amazing, our fans are incredible. Greeting us at the airport, it was pretty cool experience," Toscano said

"We cannot wait to perform tomorrow and we look forward to seeing around. It's gonna be really nice," Toscano added.

Idols get warm Pinoy welcome

Runner-up Lauren Alaina shares that this is her second time outside the United States. "I'm really excited to meet all these new people because everyone's really loving here," she said.

Naima Adedapo said that apart from meeting the fans and being able to perform for an international audience, she looks forward to learning about the Filipino culture. "I've been learning some words in the language and tell me if i say it wrong but, salamat po," she said to the audience's delight.

Jacob Lusk had the audience laughing when he said he was excited to shop, adding that he had already tried some of the local food.

"Yeah! Because this is the place to shop shop shop shop shop! And it's a great place for eating... I had some of the purple stuff that's sweet what's it called, ube?" he said.

Haley Reinhart said she was excited to see how different the country really is. "It's so beautiful and all of you guys are so beautiful inside and out...your manners, and everything it's a really different place," she said.

Fil-Am Thia Megia

Filipino-American singer Thia Megia said it's good to be back. "I haven't been here since i was four. It's really lovely to be back with my mom. I was always telling her one day I would eventually take her and I didn't expect that it would be this soon. I just want to thank you all for having us here."

“I'm really looking for to just learning more about the importance of my culture and seeing my family again. I've missed them terribly, I'm looking forward to the idols enjoying their first time here in the Philippines. It's really amazing, and I'm really excited. Thank you so much, salamat po," she said.

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Westlife returns to Manila for 'Gravity Tour' 2011

MB:

The long-awaited return of Westlife to the Philippines happens on Sept. 29 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. You ready?

Westlife members Shane Filan, Mark Feehily, Kian Egan and Nicky Byrne debuted in 1998 when they opened for Boyzone and the Backstreet Boys in Ireland. Since then they have received many awards and broke numerous records worldwide. In the UK alone, they’ve had 14 number one hits. Westlife is the fourth biggest selling boyband in the world with over 44 million albums sold.

“Gravity Tour” is Westlife’s 11th concert tour to date. Known for their impressive concerts, for this tour, the group collaborated with creative director William Baker, known for his work with Kylie Minogue, Leona Lewis and Bjork. The group has stated this tour to be “bigger and better”, and is expected to perform their biggest hits and more, including “Flying Without Wings”, “Swear It Again”, “You Raise Me Up”, “World of Our Own”, “Uptown Girl”, “When You’re Looking Like That,” and “Safe.”

Although five years have passed since the group’s last appearance in the Philippines, the return of Westlife has been greatly anticipated by their longtime fans. Westlife’s local fanbase has been active throughout the years, especially the members of Official Westlife Fan Club Philippines and Westlife Philippines who have joined forces to support their favorite group. Fans from all over the country will also be making their way to Manila so as not to miss their beloved Irish superstars.

Westlife Live in Manila is brought to you by DAYLY Entertainment in cooperation with the following major sponsors: SMART, FOX, Star World, Sleepasil, Accessorize, Calliope, Mossimo Music, Skin Food and Terranova, and Official Residence-Edsa Shangri-La Hotel. This is also supported by the following media partners, Official TV Network-ABS-CBN, Official Music Channel-MYX, Asap Rocks, The Manila Bulletin, Bands, Official Radio Partner-Love Radio 90.7, Magic 89.9, Baranggay LS FM 97.1, Yes FM 101.1, Tambayan 101.9, Energy FM 106.7, Manila Concert Scene, Philippineconcerts.com, Atthewomb.com, OrangeTVMagazine.com, and Digipost. Special thanks to Le Ching Tea House, Astro Plus and Odyssey.

Tickets are available at all Ticketnet outlets and Smart Araneta Coliseum Box Office.

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Westlife returns to Manila for 'Gravity Tour' 2011

MB:

The long-awaited return of Westlife to the Philippines happens on Sept. 29 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. You ready?

Westlife members Shane Filan, Mark Feehily, Kian Egan and Nicky Byrne debuted in 1998 when they opened for Boyzone and the Backstreet Boys in Ireland. Since then they have received many awards and broke numerous records worldwide. In the UK alone, they’ve had 14 number one hits. Westlife is the fourth biggest selling boyband in the world with over 44 million albums sold.

“Gravity Tour” is Westlife’s 11th concert tour to date. Known for their impressive concerts, for this tour, the group collaborated with creative director William Baker, known for his work with Kylie Minogue, Leona Lewis and Bjork. The group has stated this tour to be “bigger and better”, and is expected to perform their biggest hits and more, including “Flying Without Wings”, “Swear It Again”, “You Raise Me Up”, “World of Our Own”, “Uptown Girl”, “When You’re Looking Like That,” and “Safe.”

Although five years have passed since the group’s last appearance in the Philippines, the return of Westlife has been greatly anticipated by their longtime fans. Westlife’s local fanbase has been active throughout the years, especially the members of Official Westlife Fan Club Philippines and Westlife Philippines who have joined forces to support their favorite group. Fans from all over the country will also be making their way to Manila so as not to miss their beloved Irish superstars.

Westlife Live in Manila is brought to you by DAYLY Entertainment in cooperation with the following major sponsors: SMART, FOX, Star World, Sleepasil, Accessorize, Calliope, Mossimo Music, Skin Food and Terranova, and Official Residence-Edsa Shangri-La Hotel. This is also supported by the following media partners, Official TV Network-ABS-CBN, Official Music Channel-MYX, Asap Rocks, The Manila Bulletin, Bands, Official Radio Partner-Love Radio 90.7, Magic 89.9, Baranggay LS FM 97.1, Yes FM 101.1, Tambayan 101.9, Energy FM 106.7, Manila Concert Scene, Philippineconcerts.com, Atthewomb.com, OrangeTVMagazine.com, and Digipost. Special thanks to Le Ching Tea House, Astro Plus and Odyssey.

Tickets are available at all Ticketnet outlets and Smart Araneta Coliseum Box Office.

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Charice to sing at 9/11 tribute game to be held in Florida

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Charice is expected to perform during a football game that will mark the 10th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States.

In her official Twitter account, Charice gave confirmation that she will be part of the 9/11 tribute game that will be held in Jacksonville, Florida.

According to charicemania.com, the fansite maintained by Charice's fans, the Filipina singer will sing the "Star Spangled Banner" and "God Bless America" for a match between the Tennessee Titans and Jacksonville Jaguars.

In a statement, the NFL (National Football League) said that the series of tribute games aim to "unite fans to recognize those who lost their lives, honor the families who lost loved ones, and salute the American spirit, the early responders on 9/11, and other heroes that contributed to the nation's recovery."

This is not the first time that the Filipina singer was chosen to sing the national anthem of the U.S.A.

In 2009, Charice performed the "Star Spangled Banner" during a baseball game of the Los Angeles Dodgers. She was introduced during this particular event as a "phenomenal young teen whose singing has gained worldwide fame and admiration."

Charice also performed "God Bless America" during the Martin Luther King Awards held in Washington D.C. in 2009.

INFINITY ALBUM IN JAPAN. Meanwhile, Charice is slated to release an album in Japan titled Infinity. The 11-track album has a target release date of October 5.

The songs in the album include "Before It Explodes," "One Day," "Never Always," and "Far As The Sky," which was used as the theme song of the Japanese show Bull Doctor.

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Charice to sing at 9/11 tribute game to be held in Florida

GMA NEWS:

Charice is expected to perform during a football game that will mark the 10th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States.

In her official Twitter account, Charice gave confirmation that she will be part of the 9/11 tribute game that will be held in Jacksonville, Florida.

According to charicemania.com, the fansite maintained by Charice's fans, the Filipina singer will sing the "Star Spangled Banner" and "God Bless America" for a match between the Tennessee Titans and Jacksonville Jaguars.

In a statement, the NFL (National Football League) said that the series of tribute games aim to "unite fans to recognize those who lost their lives, honor the families who lost loved ones, and salute the American spirit, the early responders on 9/11, and other heroes that contributed to the nation's recovery."

This is not the first time that the Filipina singer was chosen to sing the national anthem of the U.S.A.

In 2009, Charice performed the "Star Spangled Banner" during a baseball game of the Los Angeles Dodgers. She was introduced during this particular event as a "phenomenal young teen whose singing has gained worldwide fame and admiration."

Charice also performed "God Bless America" during the Martin Luther King Awards held in Washington D.C. in 2009.

INFINITY ALBUM IN JAPAN. Meanwhile, Charice is slated to release an album in Japan titled Infinity. The 11-track album has a target release date of October 5.

The songs in the album include "Before It Explodes," "One Day," "Never Always," and "Far As The Sky," which was used as the theme song of the Japanese show Bull Doctor.

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American Idol Season 10 finalists will have two-night concert in Manila this September

PEP:

They are ready for Araneta! Are you ready, Manila? After watching them sing their hearts out to become your next idols, see them transform into superstars on stage.

ETC, Jack TV and Ovation Productions bring you American Idol Live! Tour 2011. On September 20, Tuesday and September 21, Wednesday at 8PM, American Idol Season 10's Top 11 finalists will take to the stage of Araneta Coliseum to amaze, dazzle and enthrall concertgoers with hit after hit song from the beloved reality show.

For the first time in Asia, catch Casey Abrams, Haley Reinhart, Jacob Lusk, James Durbin, Lauren Alaina, Naima Adedapo, Paul McDonald, Pia Toscano, Stefano Langone, Filipino-American Thia Megia, and Season 10 winner Scotty McCreery.

Usually only the Top 10 of the season go on tour but due to a "save" by judges Randy Jackson, Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez, Abrams joins the group of talented finalists on tour.

Performing on one stage, the Top 11 cover a wide range of musical genres from country, pop, jazz to rock. Watch as your favorite Idol's perform fan favorites from the show, duets and medley's of today's hottest hit songs as well as a few original singles from their individual solo projects.

For reservations and inquiries, please visit any Ticketnet outlet (call Tel. No. 911-5555) or online at www.ticketnet.com.ph

Tickets are also available from HK Ticketing, the exclusive ticketing agent in Hong Kong, at Venue Box Offices & Tom Lee Music Stores.

HK Ticketing applies a customer service fee to all tickets purchased via its network. Ticket Purchase Hotline: (852) 31 288 288 Internet Booking: www.hkticketing.com

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American Idol Season 10 finalists will have two-night concert in Manila this September

PEP:

They are ready for Araneta! Are you ready, Manila? After watching them sing their hearts out to become your next idols, see them transform into superstars on stage.

ETC, Jack TV and Ovation Productions bring you American Idol Live! Tour 2011. On September 20, Tuesday and September 21, Wednesday at 8PM, American Idol Season 10's Top 11 finalists will take to the stage of Araneta Coliseum to amaze, dazzle and enthrall concertgoers with hit after hit song from the beloved reality show.

For the first time in Asia, catch Casey Abrams, Haley Reinhart, Jacob Lusk, James Durbin, Lauren Alaina, Naima Adedapo, Paul McDonald, Pia Toscano, Stefano Langone, Filipino-American Thia Megia, and Season 10 winner Scotty McCreery.

Usually only the Top 10 of the season go on tour but due to a "save" by judges Randy Jackson, Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez, Abrams joins the group of talented finalists on tour.

Performing on one stage, the Top 11 cover a wide range of musical genres from country, pop, jazz to rock. Watch as your favorite Idol's perform fan favorites from the show, duets and medley's of today's hottest hit songs as well as a few original singles from their individual solo projects.

For reservations and inquiries, please visit any Ticketnet outlet (call Tel. No. 911-5555) or online at www.ticketnet.com.ph

Tickets are also available from HK Ticketing, the exclusive ticketing agent in Hong Kong, at Venue Box Offices & Tom Lee Music Stores.

HK Ticketing applies a customer service fee to all tickets purchased via its network. Ticket Purchase Hotline: (852) 31 288 288 Internet Booking: www.hkticketing.com

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Jonalyn Viray, Frencheska Farr and Julie Anne San Jose topbills Beyond Limits concert

PEP:

"Three of the country's most promising young singers and GMA Artist Center (GMAAC)'s best musical artists take centerstage as they explore the limits of their talents via a much-awaited show billed Beyond Limits at the Music Museum this Saturday, September 3.

"Jonalyn Viray, the first ever Pinoy Pop Superstar's grand champion; Frencheska Farr, Are You The Next Big Star's title holder, and You Tube sensation Julie Anne San Jose, of "Pop Star Kids fame; will be coming together for a night of cutting ede musical artistry.

"Expect an explosive display of vocal calisthenics as the three belters, all mainstays of GMA-7's Sunday variety show Party Pilipinas, sing their way into the hearts of their audience via their trademark repertoire of songs ranging from pop, jazz and R&B music. The repertoire also includes '90s hit songs plus the so-called Top 40 ditties.

"Beyond Limits (tickets were already sold-out a week before the show goes on stage), features Soc Mina as musical director and Ernie Duque as stage director with Joey Nombres as lighting director. It is a production of Creative Media Entertainment.

"Jonalyn is one of the members of the triumvirate La Diva. Frencheska, who took the country by storm with her lead role in the feature film musical Emir, has awards tucked under her belt in the short span of time that she's been in the industry. Julie Anne, on the other hand, is the other half of the popular JuliElmo loveteam opposite Elmo Magalona.

"Witness these young performers lose themselves on stage and give the performance of their lives via Beyond Limits, 9 p.m. at the Music Museum on September 3."

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PEP:

"Three of the country's most promising young singers and GMA Artist Center (GMAAC)'s best musical artists take centerstage as they explore the limits of their talents via a much-awaited show billed Beyond Limits at the Music Museum this Saturday, September 3.

"Jonalyn Viray, the first ever Pinoy Pop Superstar's grand champion; Frencheska Farr, Are You The Next Big Star's title holder, and You Tube sensation Julie Anne San Jose, of "Pop Star Kids fame; will be coming together for a night of cutting ede musical artistry.

"Expect an explosive display of vocal calisthenics as the three belters, all mainstays of GMA-7's Sunday variety show Party Pilipinas, sing their way into the hearts of their audience via their trademark repertoire of songs ranging from pop, jazz and R&B music. The repertoire also includes '90s hit songs plus the so-called Top 40 ditties.

"Beyond Limits (tickets were already sold-out a week before the show goes on stage), features Soc Mina as musical director and Ernie Duque as stage director with Joey Nombres as lighting director. It is a production of Creative Media Entertainment.

"Jonalyn is one of the members of the triumvirate La Diva. Frencheska, who took the country by storm with her lead role in the feature film musical Emir, has awards tucked under her belt in the short span of time that she's been in the industry. Julie Anne, on the other hand, is the other half of the popular JuliElmo loveteam opposite Elmo Magalona.

"Witness these young performers lose themselves on stage and give the performance of their lives via Beyond Limits, 9 p.m. at the Music Museum on September 3."

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Rania in Manila: Girl Kpop group to hold fan tour in September

MB:

Rookie K-pop girl group Rania will hold their first Asian fan tour in the Philippines on Sept. 20 at Star Theater.

The fan tour was originally scheduled on Aug. 20 but the organizers postponed the event.

“Our apologies for the sudden change but it will be for the better talaga. We tried really hard to keep it to Aug. 20 but it’s too sad to hear na ganun,” the organizers explained on the Rania Live in Manila fan page on Facebook.

Rania is a seven-member girl group which debuted in the K-pop scene last April with the song “Dr. Feel Good."

The song was written and produced by Tedd Riley, who is known for co-producing Michael Jackson’s “Dangerous” album. Riley also worked with Jay Park on the latter’s song, “Demon."

However, Riley left Dr. Music, Rania’s agency, in May saying his name was used by the company without permission.

Rania’s debut in Korea also sparked controversy because of their “spread legs” choreography for “Dr. Feel Good” which drew criticism for being too sexual. The controversy prompted TV program KBS “Music Bank” to ban such choreography.

“Dr. Feel Good” is included in Rania’s first mini-album “Tedd Riley, The First Expansion in Asia."

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Rania in Manila: Girl Kpop group to hold fan tour in September

MB:

Rookie K-pop girl group Rania will hold their first Asian fan tour in the Philippines on Sept. 20 at Star Theater.

The fan tour was originally scheduled on Aug. 20 but the organizers postponed the event.

“Our apologies for the sudden change but it will be for the better talaga. We tried really hard to keep it to Aug. 20 but it’s too sad to hear na ganun,” the organizers explained on the Rania Live in Manila fan page on Facebook.

Rania is a seven-member girl group which debuted in the K-pop scene last April with the song “Dr. Feel Good."

The song was written and produced by Tedd Riley, who is known for co-producing Michael Jackson’s “Dangerous” album. Riley also worked with Jay Park on the latter’s song, “Demon."

However, Riley left Dr. Music, Rania’s agency, in May saying his name was used by the company without permission.

Rania’s debut in Korea also sparked controversy because of their “spread legs” choreography for “Dr. Feel Good” which drew criticism for being too sexual. The controversy prompted TV program KBS “Music Bank” to ban such choreography.

“Dr. Feel Good” is included in Rania’s first mini-album “Tedd Riley, The First Expansion in Asia."

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K-Pop group Block B to visit Manila

YAHOO NEWS:

The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines is making K-Pop fans happy this September by bringing in one of the freshest K-Pop boy groups to Manila. The center is an agency under the Korean Culture and Information Service of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea.

Block B is a South Korean boy group that debuted last April 15 with their single "Do You Wanna B?". Block B has seven members including Zico, Taeil, B-Bomb, Jaehyo, U-Kwon, P.O., and Kyung. The group is under the label Brand New Stardom and mentored by several hip-hop artists before their debut. The group's first mini album released last June 23 has a total of 8 tracks and is entitled "New Kids on the Block".

Block B will be visiting Manila for a hallyu concert on September 1. Tickets to the show are not being sold since this is part of the center's program to promote Korean culture. According to the Facebook page of the Korean Cultural Center, they will be having an online quiz from August 16 to 22. Those who win the quiz will be given tickets to see the Korean musical play "Miso Musical" as well as the Block B show. The organizers also hinted that the questions will not be about K-Pop but will be about general Korean culture. Those who wish to catch Block B better brush up on their Korean culture trivia!

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K-Pop group Block B to visit Manila

YAHOO NEWS:

The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines is making K-Pop fans happy this September by bringing in one of the freshest K-Pop boy groups to Manila. The center is an agency under the Korean Culture and Information Service of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea.

Block B is a South Korean boy group that debuted last April 15 with their single "Do You Wanna B?". Block B has seven members including Zico, Taeil, B-Bomb, Jaehyo, U-Kwon, P.O., and Kyung. The group is under the label Brand New Stardom and mentored by several hip-hop artists before their debut. The group's first mini album released last June 23 has a total of 8 tracks and is entitled "New Kids on the Block".

Block B will be visiting Manila for a hallyu concert on September 1. Tickets to the show are not being sold since this is part of the center's program to promote Korean culture. According to the Facebook page of the Korean Cultural Center, they will be having an online quiz from August 16 to 22. Those who win the quiz will be given tickets to see the Korean musical play "Miso Musical" as well as the Block B show. The organizers also hinted that the questions will not be about K-Pop but will be about general Korean culture. Those who wish to catch Block B better brush up on their Korean culture trivia!

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