Regine Reaps Awit Awards
Regine Velasquez-Alcasid won for her song NATHANIEL, Best Inspirational / Religious Recording. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Regine Velasquez has been blessed not just with son Nathaniel and a loving married life with Ogie Alcasid, but also creative success. Her songs and album earned nods at the 27th Awit Awards held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater at Resort’s World Manila, last December 12, 2014.
The 27th Awit Awards was held at the prestigious Newport Performing Arts Theater.
Regine Velasquez Alcasid’s album HULOG KA NG LANGIT won Best Album Package. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
NATHANIEL earned Best Inspirational/Religious Recording and HELE NI INAY got Best Musical Arrangement (Arranger Homer Flores). Her album HULOG KA NG LANGIT was also awarded: Best Album Package (Graphic Designers: Jay Saturnino D. Lumboy, Anne Katte Piñera Photographer: Mark Nicdao). SIDE A meanwhile was given the Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino Award (Lifetime Achievement).
SIDE A was given the Dangal Ng Musikang Pilipino Award. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014.
Back row: Regine Velasquez-Alcasid with Universal Records General Mgr Kathleen Go, Unicap Managing Dir George Go and Universal Records Producer Ito Rapadas. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Regine said it was a true labor of love for her son. All the accolades were just icing on the cake, “Everything all the effort that I’ve put into my music is a means to thank God for the many blessings he has given the past several years. I’m just so thankful that he has given me Ogie a happy and healthy child in Nate. To be given awards for my gratitude to the Lord is really unexpected but appreciated.”
Regine Velasquez-Alcasid won for her song NATHANIEL, Best Inspirational / Religious Recording. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
She adds that parenthood can be a source of inspiration, “Di ko na realize na being a mother can ignite all these feelings that can be a source for song ideas, melodies. It is true being a parent can change you. In this case it has helped me even become more creative as a musician. And not just me but Ogie as well.”
from left: Denise Barbaceña, Gloc 9 and Lira Bermudez. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Regine also collaborated in the single TRIP SILIP with Gloc 9 who has earned 4 major trophies: Album of the year (LIHAM AT LIHIM), Song of the Year (MAGDA featuring Rico Blanco), Best Collaboration Performance (MAGDA featuring Rico Blanco) and Best Rap (MAGDA). He was also a featured artist in PAPEL written and performed by Joey Ayala who also won for Best Novelty Recording. Last year Gloc 9 also won Best Song (SIRENA) and Album of the Year (MAKATA).
DJ Alvaro and Michael Pangilinan. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Gloc 9 performed TRIP SILIP live on stage at the 27th AWIT AWARDS with acoustic guitarist and singer Lira Bermudez. Gloc 9 congratulated Regine on her wins and was also thankful for her collaboration.
Bayang Barrios; The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Composer/Lyricist Thyro Alfaro received Sarah Geronimo’s Best R&B Recording award for IKOT IKOT. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
This live version he performed however, had its own style, “Nung na pakinggan namin siyang (Lira Bemudez) tumugtog at mag gitara at kumanta, sabi ko iba yon. Its one thing marunong ka maggitara. It’s another kung magaling ka talagang kumanta. Ang kasama ko sa song is Regine Velasquez Alcasid. Pero ibang flavor, ibang lasa kung si Lira kasama ko. With the acoustic approach doon sa kanta mas na raramdaman mo talaga e.”
Gloc 9 & Lira Bermudez perform Trip Silip. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
For the album’s success Gloc credited the many artists he collaborated with, especially with the award won for MAGDA that featured rock star Rico Blanco, “Lagi ko sinasabi na ako ay tagahanga ng lahat ng nakaka collaborate ko. And definitely ako ay fan ni Rico Blanco. Nung sinimulan ko yung MAGDA kahit konting effort lang ni Rico siguradong may magandang ka lalabasan yung kanta. Na kita ko talaga nung na kita ko yung vocal files niya. Kung meron 20 tracks ng boses niya. Doon pa lang makita mo na yung effort na ginawa ng tao. Syempre yung tulong ng aking producer (Jonathan Ong) napa labas namin at na blend naming lahat. Sa totoo lang na record ko yung vocals sa ibang lugar. Inarrange yung kanta sa ibang studio at ni record ni Rico sa ibang lugar din. Nung pinagsama sama naming lahat everything fell into place.”
Parokya Ni Edgar won Best Performance by a Group. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Abra and Thyro Alfaro performed GAYUMA. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Upcoming rapper Abra was nominated in a few categories and won Music Video of the Year for the song ILUSYON. Although there was a very strong audience reaction in NPAT when Enchong Dee was doing his dance moves to Yeng Constantino’s music video CHINITO that was also nominated in the same category. Newly wed Yeng won both the I-Gateway Mobile Phil Most Downloaded Artist and Most Downloaded song of 2013 for CHINITO
Enchong Dee starred Yeng Constantino’s video CHINITO which was nominated for Music Video of the Year. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Pilita Corrales had a scintillating medley. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
The night had glittering performances from: Mark Mabasa & Friends, Pilita Corrales, KZ Tandingan, DJ Alvaro, Morisette Amon, Michael Pangilinan, Eurika, Bayang Barrios, Marion Aunor, Gino Padilla, Lloyd Umali, Manila Sound Project, Nina, The Voice Kids, Lira Bermudez & Gloc 9.
Mark Mabasa performed in the 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Sitti and Jungee Marcelo pick up Best World Music. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Solenn Heussaff’s album S.O.S was nominated for Best Album Package. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Eric Perlas & Macoy Manuel earned Best Engineered Recording. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Kate Torralba was nominated for Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Nina is EGG’s allhits.ph Most Downloaded Artist and Most Downloaded song of 2013 DON’T SAY GOODBYE. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Gino Padilla, Marion Aunor Best Performance by New Female Artist (IF YOU EVER CHANGE YOUR MIND) and Josh Padilla. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Marian Aunor (IF YOU EVER CHANGE YOUR MIND) won Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
from right: Abra and Thyro Alfaro performed GAYUMA. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Karylle – SAYO NA LANG AKO was nominated for Best Performance by a Female Recording Artist. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Manila Sound Project Performed that night. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Sam Concepcion won Best Dance Recording for NO LIMITATIONS. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Paolo Onesa’s LUCKY IN LOVE earned him Best Performance by a Male Recording Artist and Best Performance by New Male Artist. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Ferns Tongco was nominated for Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Janice was nominated for Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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SIDE A was given the Dangal Ng Musikang Pilipino Award. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014.
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Gloc 9 performed Trip Silip. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Marian Aunor (IF YOU EVER CHANGE YOUR MIND) won Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Gloc 9 Dominates 27th Awit Awards
from left: Lira Bermudez, Gloc 9 and Denise Barbacena. Gloc 9 was the biggest winner: Album of the year (LIHAM AT LIHIM), Song of the Year (MAGDA featuring Rico Blanco), Best Collaboration Performance (MAGDA featuring Rico Blanco) and Best Rap (MAGDA). The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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In his typical modest manner rapper composer Gloc 9 gave more credit and tribute to his collaborating artists, producer Jonathan Ong after winning an incredible 4 major trophies at the 27th Awit Awards. The Newport Performing Arts Theater at Resort’s World Manila, last December 12, 2014 was witness to the feat.
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Gloc 9 earned: Album of the year (LIHAM AT LIHIM), Song of the Year (MAGDA featuring Rico Blanco), Best Collaboration Performance (MAGDA featuring Rico Blanco) and Best Rap (MAGDA). He was also a featured artist in PAPEL written and performed by Joey Ayala who also won for Best Novelty Recording. Last year Gloc 9 also won Best Song (SIRENA) and Album of the Year (MAKATA).
Universal Records General Mgr Kathleen Dy Go (left) with Gloc 9 who won Album of the year (LIHAM AT LIHIM), Song of the Year (MAGDA featuring Rico Blanco), Best Collaboration Performance (MAGDA featuring Rico Blanco) and Best Rap (MAGDA). The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
For his acceptance speech he said, “Para sa isang composer na di marunong tumugtog ng kahit anung instrumento ako ay lubos na nagpapasalamat sa mga tumulong gumawa ng album na to.” Gloc thanked PARI, the Awit Awards and all the artists he collaborated with in the album, “Gusto ko rin magpasalamat sa Universal records. Kung wala yung very supportive na label di ko magagawa itong lahat. Sa lahat ng taong sumusuporta samin masyado akong nanliliit sa pasasalamat.”
Fan shoots selfie w Regine Velasquez. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
The song MAGDA is about a man finding out that his first love has become so desperate that she has turned to prostitution. Gloc 9 insists that he looks at it not from the point of view of the man in the song but more as a father, “Sakin naguumpisa lahat sa pagiging tama ng isang kanta kung ito’y sisimulan mo ng sincerity. Lagi kong sinasabi ay hindi dahil may kilala akong prostitute. Kung hindi dahil ako ay isang tatay ng isang batang babae. At hindi ko alam kung gaano kasakit sa isang ama na ang trabahao ng kanyang mahal na anak na babae ay ganoon nga. Feeling ko yon talaga ang tumatawid sa tao regardless kung ito ay na kikinig sa radio o ini screen para sa isang category sa isang award. Tatawid at tatawid ang message ng song. Lagi kung sinasabi ko na ito ay biyaya din. Ang kanta minsan pag na tatapos na record ko na at na rining ko ulit minsan di rin ako makapaniwala ako nagsulat noon e. I treat them as blessings na rin.”
Rico Blanco was thanked and credited for all his efforts & hard work on the single MAGDA by Gloc 9 which won Song of the Year. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014.
The title and message of the song is reminiscent of an earlier iconic hit from the 70s by Freddie Aguilar entitled MAGDALENA. Although musically they are literally worlds apart one being a fast paced, hip hop rock song while Aguilar’s is more of a folk song.
Abra won for Music Video of the Year. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Upcoming rapper Abra was nominated in a few categories and won Music Video of the Year for the song ILUSYON. Although there was a very strong audience reaction in NPAT when Enchong Dee was doing his dance moves to Yeng Constantino’s music video CHINITO that was also nominated in the same category.
Enchong Dee starred in Yeng Constantino’s video CHINITO which was nominated for Music Video of the Year. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014.
Fan shoots selfie w Regine Velasquez. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
The other big winner of the night was Regine Velasquez. Her songs NATHANIEL earned Best Inspirational/Religious Recording and HELE NI INAY got Best Musical Arrangement (Arranger Homer Flores). Her album HULOG KA NG LANGIT was also awarded: Best Album Package (Graphic Designers: Jay Saturnino D. Lumboy, Anne Katte Piñera Photographer: Mark Nicdao). SIDE A was given the Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino Award (Lifetime Achievement).
SIDE A was given the Dangal Ng Musikang Pilipino Award. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014.
The night had glittering performances from: Mark Mabasa & Friends, Pilita Corrales, KZ Tandingan, DJ Alvaro, Morisette Amon, Michael Pangilinan, Eurika, Bayang Barrios, Marion Aunor, Gino Padilla, Lloyd Umali, Manila Sound Project, Nina, The Voice Kids, Lira Bermudez & Gloc 9.
from left: Mark Mabasa, Lilibeth Garcia, JV Decena & Lucky Robles. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Perkins Twins from left Jesse & Christian nominated for Best New Group. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Andy Alvis (ABE PAKALALE) ties with Edward (TALDAWA) for Best Regional Recording. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Thyro & Abra performed GAYUMA. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Sitti and Jungee Marcelo pick up Best World Music. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Marion Aunor earned Best New Female Performer. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Sarah Geronimo’s IKOT IKOT won Best R&B. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014.
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Nina is EGG’s allhits.ph Most Downloaded Artist and Most Downloaded song of 2013 DON’T SAY GOODBYE. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
SIDE A was given the Dangal Ng Musikang Pilipino Award. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014.
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Gloc 9 was the biggest winner: Album of the year (LIHAM AT LIHIM), Song of the Year (MAGDA featuring Rico Blanco), Best Collaboration Performance (MAGDA featuring Rico Blanco) and Best Rap (MAGDA). The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Eurika & Garry Cruz. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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The Voice Kids, Philippines From right: Ton Ton Cabiles, Grace Alade, Angelique Trinidad, Zack Tabudlo, Allina Malaiba and Rommel Bautista. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
FRANCO won Best Rock Alternative for TO SURVIVE. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014.
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Michael Pangilinan and Morisette Amon. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Sitti & Julianne Tarroja picked up Best World Music for PANSAMANTAGGAL. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Rey Cantong and Kaye Malana-Cantong of musical duo SIX PART INVENTION. Their song TWO STEPS BEHIND is My Music Store Most Downloaded song of 2013. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Lloyd Umali. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Marion Aunor earned Best New Female Performer. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Nina is EGG’s allhits.ph Most Downloaded Artist and Most Downloaded song of 2013 DON’T SAY GOODBYE. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
Gloc 9 & Lira Bermudez perform TRIP SILIP. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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Lira Bermudez performed TRIP SILIP. The 27th Awit Awards was held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resort’s World Manila last December 12, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista
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PhilPOP MEGAWORLD Mall Tour
1M Grand prizewinners from left: hip hop artists and songwriters Yumi Lacsamana, Thyro Alfaro, QUEST and Sam Concepcion. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
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The dazzling FINALS night last July 20, 2013 belonged to Thyro Alfaro and Yumi Lacsamana who won the grand prize of 1 million pesos for their song DATI interpreted by Sam Concepcion and Tippy Dos Santos. Now the PHILPOP finalists will have a mall tour starting this Friday August 9 at the Eastwood Mall in Libis Quezon City. The event is practically a free concert. But buying the PHILPOP CD gives you a VIP seat.
PHILPOP sign lights up the MERALCO building façade and theater. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
Hosts Jasmine Curtis Smith recently won Cinemalaya Best Supporting Actress for TRANSIT and Ogie Alcasid will have a 25th Anniversary concert this August 16. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
PHILPOP features the freshest and best Original Pilipino Music and this is your chance to see them live with the mall tour. (For pics and article on finals night click here) Just in case you miss it there will also be a concert at LUCKY CHINATOWN ATRIUM on August 17 and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill on August 18.
Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18).
from left: PLDT and SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan, Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez and TV5 Pres. Noel Lorenzana. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
PHILPOP Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan said, “Nation building has become an integral part of our mission as a business. Together with our group of companies, the PhilPOP Music Fest Foundation aims to support this nation building effort through music in our society today. There has been a detectable need to initiate an undertaking as significant as PhilPOP to remind people where our music would and should be headed.”
Finals night: Martin Nievera and Regine Velasquez were among the many star guest performers, which included Charice Pempengco, The Ryan Cayabyab Singers, The Company, 5AZ1, Baihana, The Opera, and beat box artist Myke Salomon. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
(right) Christian Bautista is The Prince in RW Manila’s CINDERELLA. Christian interpreted ARAW ULAP LANGIT composed by (left) Marlon Barnuevo. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
The stars that shone at the FINALS night belonged to the interpreters like Karylle who performed SAYO NA LANG AKO by Lara Maigue and Christian Bautista ARAW, ULAP, LANGIT by Marlon Barnuevo. Both exceptional singers will be the lead in Resort’s World Manila’s production of CINDERELLA this October. Yael Yuzon, Kean Cipriano, KLEGGY, Joey Ayala, Six Part Invention, Sitti and Julianne Tarroja, Ace Libre of Never The Strangers are just a few of the names that will attract fans to the show.
from left: Joey Ayala (PAPEL), Denise Barbaceña, DJ Silver filter, Paul Armesin (SEGUNDO) and Yael Yuzon. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
PANSAMANTAGAL composer Jungee Marcelo shoots the spectacle w his iphone5 with him are Sitti Navarro (right) and Julianne Tarroja (left). Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Phil Pop Exec Dir. Ryan Cayabyab, Phil Pop Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan, Ney Dimaculangan, 1st Runner Up awardee Johnoy Danao (Kung Di man). Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
The songwriter’s themselves however are more often than not accomplished singers as well. Personally I’m hoping the songwriters get to show their talents in interpreting their own songs as well or jamming with their more famous counterparts. Johnoy Danao for example who wrote KUNG DI MAN interpreted by Ney Dimaculangan earned the SMART Audience Choice Award. Danao is himself a YouTube sensation getting rave reviews from fans and music critics alike. His podcasts are among the most popular among Filipino artists, which has earned him the moniker “Philippines’ Best Kept Secret”.
from left: 1st Runner Up awardee Johnoy Danao (Kung Di man), Ney Dimaculangan, Six part Invention’s Rey Cantong and Kaye Malana-Cantong (interpreted TIME MACHINE composed by Kenneth Faraon). Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: ASKAL Composer Ganny Brown with Jose Manalo and Wally Bayola.
Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
From the official PHILPOP handbook profiles:
GANNY BROWN- was a former pastor of the United Pentecostal Church. With 21 years in ministerial service as an evangelist and singer songwriter. He stopped in the ministry and resorted to secular music. He has released two novelty albums which circulated in many parts of Mindanao like Davao, Davao Del Sur, Bukidnon, North and South Cotabato. He is a radio announcer in Kidapawan City and does the rounds performing in local gigs and concerts. Jose and Wally interpreted Ganny’s song ASKAL.
from left: ASKAL Composer Ganny Brown with Jose Manalo and Wally Bayola.
Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
(center) Karylle is the lead star in Resort’s World Manila’s CINDERELLA, she interpreted SAYO NA LANG AKO composed by (left) Lara Maigue. The song landed in the top 5 of the Phil Pop Music fest 2013. (right foreground) ASKAL Composer Ganny Brown. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
LARA MAIGUE- is a 21-year-old classical and Jazz singer. She was born in a family of musicians. Her dad is a professor at the U.P. College of Music, a conductor and arranger. Her mom is a soprano and was her first classical mentor. In 2006 she became a member of a classical pop group OPERA BELLES. They released their self titled album under SONY Music in 2011. But she’ll be moving forward this year as a solo artist. She’s currently a voice major at the U.P. College of Music and a managing partner of their family’s music school: MAIGUE MUSIC STUDIOS. Karylle interpreted her song SAYO NA LANG AKO.
from left: PHILPOP Top5 Lara Maigue SAYO NA LANG AKO with Cellist Giancarlo Gonzales and Kai Honasan. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from right: Myrus Apacible SANA PINATAY MO NA LANG AKO, Karylle, Lara Maigue SAYO NA LANG AKO and Joey Ayala PAPEL. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
MYRUS APACIBLE – is a certified Gold Record Artist for the album LOVE CYCLE and the man behind the hits SA ISANG SULYAP MO and PUSONG LITO. Which were used as teleserye theme songs. He is also a producer, vocal arranger and proud advocate of Original Pilipino Music (OPM). He is the project head of the TUNOG NATIN OPM Concert Series, that is conceptualized to promote the appreciation of and rally support for OPM among today’s youth.
from left: Songwriter Myrus Apacible (SANA PINATAY MO NA LANG AKO) with interpreter and YouTube sensation Kimpoy Feliciano. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from right: Raffy Calicdan SPACE hugs Lara Maigue SAYO NA LANG AKO while Kimpoy Feliciano dances with Karylle. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
RAFFY CALICDAN- is a member of a male group TAKEOFF which earned the Aliw Awards Best New Artist (Group) in 2011 and Best Performance (Group) in 2012. His songwriting used to be only for the group. His recent success came after writing HANDANG UMIBIG MULI for Sarah Geronimo’s ONE HEART album. He also composed and sang the theme of a radio show on BGY LS 97.1 FM entitled WANTED SWEETHEART.
from left: songwriter Raffy Calicdan (SPACE) with interpreters Kean Cipriano of Calllalilly and Ang Banda ni Kleggy. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
Songwriter Raffy Calicdan (SPACE). Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from right: Phil Pop Exec. Dir Ryan Cayabyab, PLDT and SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan, Phil Pop Pres. Ricky Vargas and Assoc. Exec Dir Patricia Hizon. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
You can also purchase the PHILPOP 2013 album through SMART Music on: www.smart.com.ph/music.
Smart will start offering content from MCA Music at very affordable rates and convenient terms through “Smart Music”, its new online music portal which instantly becomes the largest digital store of its kind in the country.
1M Grand prizewinners from left: hip hop artists and songwriters Thyro Alfaro, Yumi Lacsamana, Tippy Dos Santos, Sam Concepcion and QUEST. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from right: Ace Libre of Never The Strangers interpreted SOMETIMES THAT HAPPENS composed by Niño Regalado and Adrienne Sarmiento. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
Smart Music will offer music downloads for as low as P15 per track – the lowest peso rate in the digital music market today. New releases will be sold at P20 each track –roughly half the comparable rates of other online music stores.
from left: First Pacific Leadership Academy Executive Dir. Roy Agustin K. Evalle, Dudut Jaworski, PLDT and SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
1M Grand prizewinners from left: hip hop artists and songwriters Yumi Lacsamana, Thyro Alfaro (covered), QUEST and Sam Concepcion. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
Philpop 2013 is presented by Meralco and Smart. It is co-presented by Maynilad, PLDT, and TV5. Major sponsors include NLEX, Sun Cellular, Jollibee, the First Pacific Leadership Academy, Metro Pacific Investments Corp., Philex, Sony, its media partners Business Mirror, Business World, Myx, Radio Republic, Rappler, RX 93.1, its production partners Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, Essensuals Tony and Guy, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, Jing Monis Salon, and the Universal Records.
from left: Yael Yuzon, Regine Velasquez, Mikke Cojuangco-Jaworski and Karylle. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Songwriter Myrus Apacible (SANA PINATAY MO NA LANG AKO) with interpreter and YouTube sensation Kimpoy Feliciano. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18).
Regine Velasquez was among many star guest performers during the Finals night. Other stars included Martin Nievera, Charice Pempengco, The Ryan Cayabyab Singers, The Company, 5AZ1, Baihana, The Opera, and beat box artist Myke Salomon. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Cinemalaya Best Supporting actress Jasmine Curtis Smith TRANSIT, PhilPOP Top5 Lara Maigue, 1M Grand Prize winners Yumi Lacsamana, Thyro Alfaro and Sam Concepcion. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: RWM CINDERELLA’s Christian Bautista congratulates rapper QUEST. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Phil Pop Exec. Dir Ryan Cayabyab presents PLDT and SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan a plaque of appreciation. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18).
from left: PANSAMANTAGAL composed by Jungee Marcelo, Sitti Navarro and Julianne Tarroja. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Carlo Orosa, Karylle, Sam Concepcion, Tippy Dos Santos, pose with hot boy band 5AZ1 and REPERTORY Phils Audie Gemora. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from right: Grand Prize winners Yumi Lacsamana, Thyro Alfaro (DATI), 1st Runner Up Johnoy Danao (KUNG DI MAN) Universal Records General Mgr Kathleen Go, Ney Dimaculangan, Universal Records Producer Ito Rapadas and Unicap Managing Dir George Go. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
from right Yael Yuzon shoots a video of girlfriend Karylle for her twitter account with Phil Pop Exec. Dir Ryan Cayabyab. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
You can also purchase the PHILPOP 2013 album through SMART Music on: www.smart.com.ph/music.
Philpop 2013 is presented by Meralco and Smart. It is co-presented by Maynilad, PLDT, and TV5. Major sponsors include NLEX, Sun Cellular, Jollibee, the First Pacific Leadership Academy, Metro Pacific Investments Corp., Philex, Sony, its media partners Business Mirror, Business World, Myx, Radio Republic, Rappler, RX 93.1, its production partners Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, Essensuals Tony and Guy, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, Jing Monis Salon, and the Universal Records.
from left: SMART Wireless Consumer Division Head Charles Lim, SMART Music Marketing and Innovations Head Melissa Limcaoco presented the 1st runner up trophy to Johnoy Danao for the song KUNG DI MAN interpreted by Ney Dimaculangan. Catch the PHILPOP 2013 finalists on their mall tour in EASTWOOD Central Plaza (Aug 9), LUCKY CHINATOWN Atrium (Aug 17) and VENICE PIAZZA at McKinley Hill (Aug 18). Photo by Jude Bautista
Dazzling Phil Pop 2013
1M Grand prizewinners from left: Tippy Dos Santos, Yumi Lacsamana, Thyro Alfaro, QUEST and Sam Concepcion. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Written and Photographed
By Jude Bautista
The Philippine Pop Music Fest aims to give Original Pilipino Music a boost by discovering the best songwriters and promoting their work through competition. This year they changed this up by pairing the 12 finalists with more established artists. I was particularly amazed at how perfect the selections were. The talents discovered both in songwriting and performance shows that there is a huge potential and hope for OPM. There was never any doubt of the prevalence of musical talent in our country. We just desperately need a good venue that channels this talent into something productive where we Filipinos can support and promote them.
from left: Phil Pop Exec Dir. Ryan Cayabyab, Phil Pop Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan, Ney Dimaculangan, 1st Runner Up awardee Johnoy Danao (Kung Di man), Metro Pacific Investments Corp. Pres & CEO Joey S. Lim and MERALCO SVP Marketing & Customer Solutions Al S. Panlillo. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Christian Bautista is The Prince in RW Manila’s CINDERELLA. Christian interpreted ARAW ULAP LANGIT composed by Marlon Barnuevo. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Often, they would be songs that you would directly identify with the artists: Jose and Wally sang ASKAL by Ganny Brown, a very upbeat, humorous novelty song. Christian Bautista sang a very moving ballad composed by Marlon Barnuevo entitled ARAW, ULAP, LANGIT. Christian is cast as the Prince in Resort’s World Manila’s production of CINDERELLA coming this October.
Hosts Jasmine Curtis Smith will make her Cinemalaya debut in TRANSIT and Ogie Alcasid will have a 25th Anniversary concert this August 16. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Yael Yuzon of Spongecola interpreted SEGUNDO composed by Paul Armesin. The song won the MERALCO Special Award at the Phil Pop Music fest held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Yael Yuzon interpreted SEGUNDO by Paul Armesin, which won the MERALCO Special Award which honors the entry that inspires nationalism. The fast rock song is very much like the material that comes from Yuzon’s band Spongecola. The same could be said for Raffy Calicdan’s SPACE which was interpreted by Kean Cipriano of Callalilly and another funky young performer in ANG BANDA NI KLEGGY.
from right: Kean Cipriano and Kleggy interpreted SPACE composed by Raffy Calicdan. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Karylle is the lead star in Resort’s World Manila’s CINDERELLA, she interpreted SAYO NA LANG AKO composed by Lara Maigue. The song landed in the top 5 of the Phil Pop Music fest 2013. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Every finalist had THE perfect interpreter. As far as performances go it was Karylle’s heart-rending interpretation of SAYO NA LANG AKO by the young and talented Lara Maigue who just happens to be a sophomore at the UP Conservatory of Music. Karylle gave the most emotional live performance not just of the night but perhaps the whole year. SAYO NA LANG AKO reached the Top 5. Karylle shared that she was able to use the emotional state for her lead character of CINDERELLA to be shown in RW Manila. The song is about a woman who is not able to express her true feelings for the man she loves.
from right: PLDT and SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan, Julianne, QUEST and SMART GILAS coach Chot Reyes. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
1M Grand prizewinners from left: Tippy Dos Santos, Yumi Lacsaman, Thyro Alfaro and Sam Concepcion. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
PHIL POP however is not a singing competition; it’s a songwriting competition. The overall message and music of Thyro Alfaro and Yumi Lacsamana’s DATI performed by Sam Concepcion, Tippy Dos Santos and rapper QUEST, won the hearts’ of the judges. DATI won the Grand prize of P1 million pesos, P500,000 for 1st Runner Up: KUNG DI MAN composed by Johnoy Danao performed by Ney Dimaculangan and P250,000 for 2nd Runner Up: PANSAMANTAGAL composed by Jungee Marcelo performed by Julianne Tarroja and Sitti Navarro.
Ney Dimaculangan interpreted the SMART People’s Choice awardee
KUNG DI MAN composed by Johnoy Danao. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: Sitti Navarro and Julianne Tarroja interpreted PANSAMANTAGAL composed by Jungee Marcelo. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
It was a dramatic win for Thyro & Yumi who also reached the finals in the First Phil Pop Fest held last year. At first they were hesitant to have someone else interpret their work since they are primarily hip-hop performers as well. According to Thyro, “We initially wanted Gloc9 to do it but due to scheduling conflicts were not able to get him. When the name of QUEST the rapper came up, I realized he was an even better fit. And as you can see Sam and Tippy worked out for us too.”
Sam Concepcion and Tippy Dos Santos performed the 1M GRAND Prize winning song DATI composed by Thyro and Yumi. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
5 of the prestigious 11 member panel of judges from left: Papa Jack of 90.7 Love Radio, URBANDUB’s Gabby Alipe, Ebe Dancel, Bacolod Mayor Monico Puentebella and SUN endorser Iya Villana. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
The judges were composed of: Bacolod Mayor Monico Puentebella, Universal Records Prod. Jonathan Manalo, Iya Villana, TV5 Pres. Noel Lorenzana, Musical Director Gerard Salonga, Regine Velasquez, Noel Cabangon, Ebe Dancel, Sarah Meier, Gabby Alipe of URBANDUB, and Papa Jack of 90.7 Love Radio.
from right: PLDT and SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan, Universal Records General Mgr Kathleen Go and Unicap Managing Dir George Go. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Martin Nievera and Regine Velasquez were among the many star guest performers, which included Charice Pempengco, The Ryan Cayabyab Singers, The Company, 5AZ1, Baihana, The Opera, and beat box artist Myke Salomon. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
As if the competition weren’t enough for an unforgettable show, guest artists included: Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez, Martin Nievera, Charice Pempengco, The Ryan Cayabyab Singers, The Company, 5AZ1, Baihana, The Opera, and beat box artist Myke Salomon. From what I know the finals night has already been aired in TV5 but there SHOULD BE a replay of it.
from left: Ogie Alcasid sings with Charice and The Company. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: SMART Pres. and Chief adviser/ Pres. of SUN Doy Vea and Phil POP Pres. Ricky Vargas presented the Ramon Orlina sculpted trophy for grand prize winner Thyro and Yumi (DATI). The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Philpop 2013 is presented by Meralco and Smart. It is co-presented by Maynilad, PLDT, and TV5. Major sponsors include NLEX, Sun Cellular, Jollibee, the First Pacific Leadership Academy, Metro Pacific Investments Corp., Philex, Sony, its media partners Business Mirror, Business World, Myx, Radio Republic, Rappler, RX 93.1, its production partners Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, Essensuals Tony and Guy, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, Jing Monis Salon, and the Universal Records.
from left: ASKAL Composer Ganny Brown with Jose Manalo and Wally Bayola. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
1M Grand Prize winners from left: composers Yumi, Thyro (DATI) with interpreters QUEST, Tippy Dos Santos and Sam Concepcion. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
LIST of winners
Grand Prize Winner– P1M -DATI composed by Thyro and Yumi
performed by Sam Concepcion Tippy Dos Santos FEAT Quest
1st Runner Up– P500,000- KUNG DI MAN composed by Johnoy Danao
performed by Ney Dimaculangan
2nd Runner Up– P250,000 – PANSAMANTAGAL composed by Jungee Marcelo
peformed by Julianne Tarroja and Sitti Navarro
From left: Julianne Tarroja, 2nd Runner Up awardee Jungee Marcelo, Sitti Navarro, Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. Pres. &CEO Ramoncito S. Fernandez and Exec Dir of First Pacific Leadership Academy Roy Agustin K. Evalle. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Their dreams come true: Karylle (right) is the lead star in Resort’s World Manila’s CINDERELLA, she interpreted SAYO NA LANG AKO composed by Lara Maigue (left). The song landed in the top 5 of the Phil Pop Music fest 2013. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Top 5
—SAYO NA LANG AKO by Lara Maigue performed by Karylle
—DATI by Thyro and Yumi performed by Sam Concepcion Tippy Dos Santos and Quest
—PANSAMANTAGAL composed by Jungee Marcelo performed by Julianne Tarroja and Sitti Navarro
—KUNG DI MAN composed by Johnoy Danao performed by Ney Dimaculangan
—PAPEL composed by Joey Ayala performed by Joey Ayala, Denise Barbaceña and DJ Silverfilter (Cyril Sorongon)
Denise Barbaceña and PAPEL composer Joey Ayala at the Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: MERALCO Pres. and CEO Oscar Reyes hands the MERALCO Special Award to Paul Armesin (SEGUNDO) interpreted by Yael Yuzon of Spongecola. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Special Awards:
SMART People’s Choice award– got most number of text votes from SMART SUN and TALK N TEXT
—KUNG DI MAN composed by Johnoy Danao performed by Ney Dimaculangan
MERALCO Special Award– Pagmamalasakit sa Bayan
—SEGUNDO composed by Paul Armesin interpreted by Yael Yuzon of Spongecola
from left: Songwriter Myrus Apacible (SANA PINATAY MO NA LANG AKO) with interpreter and YouTube sensation Kimpoy Feliciano. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Six Part Invention- Rey Cantong and Kaye Malana-Cantong interpreted TIME MACHINE composed by Kenneth Faraon. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
from right: Ace Libre of Never The Strangers interpreted SOMETIMES THAT HAPPENS composed by NiñoRegalado and Adrienne Sarmiento. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
from left: DDB Group Phl Pres.&CEO Gil Chua, PLDT and SMART Chairman Manny V Pangilinan, Phil Pop Associate Exec. Dir Patricia Hizon and former PLDT SMART Foundation Pres. Butch Meily. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Raimund Marasigan was in a Pacquiao jacket when Sandwich performed. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
New Look Charice performed at the Phil Pop Music fest held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Foreground from right: Poppert Bernadas and Celine Fabie are part of the KATY MUSICAL currently running also at the MERALCO Theater. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Myke Salomon is the male lead in TANGHALANG Pilipino’s IBALONG. He beat boxed for the aca pella performance of The Company, The Ryan Cayabyab Singers etc. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
Karylle is the lead star in Resort’s World Manila’s CINDERELLA, she interpreted SAYO NA LANG AKO composed by Lara Maigue. The song landed in the top 5 of the Phil Pop Music fest 2013. The Phil Pop Music fest was held last July 20, 2013 at the MERALCO Theater. Photo by Jude Bautista
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