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  • THE NEW ORDER ISSUE

    New Sound, New Heights: Jenzen Guino Strikes the Right Chord

    With musical sensibilities deeply rooted in and shaped by his household, 25-year-old singer-songwriter Jenzen Guino’s sonic orbit grew from a virtual platform fueled by his covers of anthems from icons of generations past, then with originals woven through narratives straight from lived experiences of his own and the people surrounding him. Now, with a string of recent releases backed by a new label and artistic home, he harnesses his inherent flair for telling stories through heartfelt hymns and catchy melodies, along with lyricism that’s reflective of his youth and with it, his universe of truth. Five years into the game, Guino marks himself ready for take off and onto higher ground with a crescendo of new pursuits from upcoming new hits and a promise to shift gears and take his artistry to new, greater heights.

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  • THE PUSH ISSUE

    Playing with Fire: ‘Some Nights I Feel Like Walking’ on the Art of Being and Becoming

    As the noise shifts from the chaos of day commuters to the rustles of night owls, Manila, then until now, lives through stories—both of the loud and the unspoken. The bustling streets of this city stood as the realm of Petersen Vargas as he let queer experiences bleed through "Some Nights I Feel Like Walking", a film that visits the city’s darkest corners, frantic passersby, and shadowed stories.

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  • THE TAKEOVER ISSUE

    Crowning Glory: Let the Divine Divas Show You How to Mother a Movement

    Legacy isn’t just what you leave behind. Sometimes, it’s what you pour into others, night after night, lash after lash. At Rampa, one year since its triumphant creation, the Divine Divas are passing the mic, the stage, and the spotlight to a new generation of baby drag queens; ready, willing, and rhinestoned for the revolution.

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  • THE HOT DAMN! ISSUE

    A Golden Streak: The Education of Emilio Daez

    Treading his path to prominence from social media favorite—having been anointed by a phalanx of supporters as “golden retriever” in a sea of Internet Boyfriends—young corporate professional-turned-aspiring actor, Emilio Daez, talks about his recent and very noticeable golden streak. Hot on the heels of a brief stint on the two-decade-old pop culture juggernaut, Pinoy Big Brother, following his first few jabs at acting on primetime television, Daez flexes that boyish charm, rolls up his sleeves, and dips his toes into uncharted waters, armed only with a passion and growing familiarity with an industry so far removed from the world of numbers and structure he has long been immersed in.

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  • THE BREAKTHROUGH ISSUE

    Stream of Consciousness:
    Charting the Sonic Orbit of eaJ

    Looking at his evolution, just a couple of years young into a solo career after a departure from his previous band, growing a following on his YouTube and Twitch streams, then ultimately casting a wide net of followers with close to a million monthly listeners on Spotify alone, pocketing hits like “Car Crash” and “pacman”, it goes without saying that eaJ’s musical journey is a product of self-discovery.

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  • THE NEW AGENDA ISSUE

    The Third Act:
    An Introduction to BGYO

    Armed with their irresistible charm, backed by commitment and undeniable talent, BGYO is poised to step into their third act, in hot pursuit of captivate bigger audiences and leaving an indelible mark on the vast continuously evolving terrain of Philippine pop music.

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The Reading List

  • Your Cheat Sheet to the Biggest Deals and Rewards for Lazada’s 6.6 Mid-year Mega Sale is Here

    June 6, 2022

  • Rookies of the Year: The Arrival of VXON

    May 30, 2022

  • Two for the Road: The Sonic Education of joan

    May 27, 2022

  • A Return to Form: Simple Plan Strikes Back

    May 27, 2022

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  • ICYMI: Pentatonix and Lea Salonga’s music video for ‘Christmas In Our Hearts’ has topped the YouTube Trending Charts

    The Filipina Broadway superstar Lea Salonga has recently joined the American a cappella group Pentatonix for the music video of “Christmas In Our Hearts.”

    December 23, 2022

  • HONOR Philippines is Poised to Reign Supreme in 2023

    For HONOR Philippines, 2022 has been the biggest breakthrough, from the brand's rebirth to the release of its first batch of smartphones. HONOR returned in September, and since then has produced a tablet, six phones, and two smartwatches are available.

    December 23, 2022

  • Make this Holiday One to Remember with OPPO’s Newly Introduced Campaign and Inspiring Short Film

    With a variety of products and promotions prepared to take customers to a better future, OPPO, a leading global technology brand, has launched the Choose Joy campaign. The company claims to be able to bring joy to all customers for the first time in 2023. "A Miracle in the Christmas Night," a short film that is a part of OPPO's holiday advertising campaign, attempts to instill positivity in its audience by imploring them to embrace new possibilities and select OPPO as their companion to joy.

    December 23, 2022

  • SB19 and Nobita Exquisitely Reimagined The Eraserhead’s Classic Tracks

    In appreciation of reunion performance by The Eraserheads recently, musicians from Sony Music Philippines revamped the songs "Christmas Party" and "Magasin"

    December 23, 2022

  • Brace Yourselves as ‘Creed III’ Proudly Displays its IMAX Behind-The-Scenes First Look

    An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of "Creed III," the first sports movie to use IMAX cameras, is being introduced by Michael B. Jordan.

    December 22, 2022

  • ICYMI: ‘Magic Mike’s Last Dance’ has Unveiled its Official Poster, and you can Bet it’s Going to be a Wild Ride

    Christmas seems to have touched down early. The movie "Magic Mike's Last Dance" from Warner Bros. Pictures, which will be screened in Philippine theaters in 2023, has official posters you can check out now.

    December 22, 2022

  • Queen Things Only: How Filipino Drag Artists Champion the ‘Bayanihan’ Spirit During the Worst of Times

    As they showcased exceptional levels of humor and creativity on the recently concluded first season of "Drag Race Philippines", Filipino drag has been receiving the attention it deserves for a long time. Given their popularity, it is clear that they are doing more than simply drag and gag; they are also providing succor to those in need—all under the same flag.

    December 21, 2022

  • See What Precious Paula Nicole and these Other Creatives are Hauling for their Homes this Season

    In between live gigs, production meetings, and even talks of upcoming roles on film and television, Drag Race Philippines' first-ever crowned winner Precious Paula Nicole is now completing her move to a new home, to be enjoyed with her family. Here's what the drag artist along with these other creatives in film, music, television, theater, and the online scene are copping from PTC Lifestyle.

    December 21, 2022

  • Grab Philippines Takes Home Big Prize at the 2022 Marketing Excellence Awards

    The Leading Filipino Superapp Grab Philippines, through its food delivery platform GrabFood, wins two major awards at the second annual Marketing Excellence Awards.

    December 20, 2022

  • What Makes Critics Call ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’ One of the Best Films of 2022

    In Variety's year-end story, "The Best Films of 2022," resident film critic Owen Gleiberman described "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" as "the kind of lavish impassioned all-stops-out pop-music biopic you either give in to or you don't — and if you do, you may find yourself getting so emotional, baby."

    December 20, 2022

  • Sperry Ushers In New Look with New Location in Lucky Chinatown

    The renowned American shoemaker Sperry has opened its newest shop location in Manila's Lucky Chinatown Mall. This is the first of many new stores that will open with this sleek, contemporary look, and it features a revamped new design that supports water for everyone.

    December 20, 2022

  • Cover Story

    Manila Luzon of the People, by the People, and for the People

    Off her successful thrust atop the pantheon of global drag superstars birthed by the million-dollar empire by drag goddess, RuPaul, herself, Manila Luzon, one of the most recognizable drag artists ever to graduate from the phenomenal, and seminal Drag Race franchise, heads on to work on what she refers as her most important career decision of late—a drag pageant of Filipinos, by Filipinos, and for Filipinos. Drag Den Philippines in its launch has already triumphed in bringing unadulterated Filipino drag artistry, with homegrown and nurtured sensibilities to the world stage—void of any preconceived notions of what a drag reality show is and could be. Manila Luzon, the host, recording artist, creative entrepreneur, and icon takes pride in putting on this titanic role as global ambassador of the Filipino drag arts, while marveling on her newfound connection to her roots and, in doing so, paving the way for young drag artists to harness their rightful time to celebrate and champion drag, as an art form, advocacy, and an unrelenting statement now, more than ever.

    December 19, 2022

  • ‘Babylon’ Nabs Five Golden Globes Noms Including Best Picture

    Babylon, the lavish and provocative epic tale about early Hollywood has just received five Golden Globe nominations including Best Motion Picture.

    December 19, 2022

  • Coca-Cola™ Honors the Unstoppable Force of Bringing Families Together in Holiday Campaign

    The holidays are approaching, and Coca-Cola™ is marking the occasion with the launch of its new campaign, "Christmas Always Finds Its Way," which celebrates the unstoppable, magical force of Christmas in overcoming all obstacles to bring people together.

    December 19, 2022

  • The Teaser for the Eagerly Anticipated ‘Barbie’ Film is Here—And We Have Questions

    Philippine theaters will witness an eagerly anticipated event as barbie dolls come to life in the film, "Barbie".

    December 19, 2022

  • Project Re-Dew: MOUNTAIN DEW Collaborated with BBDO Guerrero To Showcase Surf-Inspired Pieces in Support of Siargao’s Rehabilitation from Typhoon Odette

    Project Re-Dew was a collaboration between BBDO Guerrero and Mountain Dew Philippines, both of which are known for championing the spirit of adventure, and ReMaker Space and Rise Siargao to help rebuild communities and revitalize the island's tourism.

    December 19, 2022

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    May 27, 2021

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    March 8, 2024

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