PULP Summer Slam 12: The Apostles

Good news to rock fest lovers!

Six international heavy metal bands headline PULP Summer Slam 12: The Apostles which is happening on April 28, 2012, Saturday, at the Amoranto Stadium. The bands include Blessthefall, Darkest Hour, Periphery, August Burns Red, We Came as Romans and Arch Enemy.

And since it's PULP's 12th year (and the apostles are 12 as well), 6 more bands will be performing and they will be revealed soon!

Tickets will soon be available at TicketNet, TicketWorld and SM Tickets outlets.

Watch the PULP Summer Slam 12: The Apostles teaser video after the jump.

Rock the Riles Line-Up of Performers

Rock the Riles presents more than 80 bands in 8 simultaneous concerts. It happens on December 11, 2011, 2-7 PM at different stations of the MRT.

Here's the line-up of performers in their corresponding MRT station:

TAFT STATION
Tanya Markova, Giniling Festival, Stonefree, Soapdish, Above Zero, Wika, Heavy Heavies, Hatankaru, AJKA, Soundvent, Eevee, Letter Day Story, Kaligta, Kilos, Circa, Not So Fast, Philia, Ginoong Vitalis, Druvatara, Game Theory, Nyctinasty and Ciudad Tribu — Rocking vs Hunger.

CUBAO STATION
Noel Cabangon, Paramita, Hijo, Hilera, Turbo Goth, Camerawalls, FMD, Top Junk, Chongkeys, Ganhava, Alex in Wonderland, Miko Pepito, Faintlights, Allecia, Nityalila, OG Sacred, Midsummer, LTNS, and Toyo. Presented by Dakila — Rocking for Global Trade and Development.

SHAW STATION
Ebe Dancel, General Luna, Paolo Santos, Silent Sanctuary, Peryodiko, Duster, Malay, Kala, Paraluman, Gracenote, Kai Honasan, Akasha, Flying Ipis, Never the Strangers, Playphonics, Naked Lights, Armed Aesthetics, Progeny, Beyond Science and Fiction, Imaginary Friends and Ani Bughaw — Rocking for Education.

AYALA STATION
Radioactive Sago Project, UpDharmaDown Encounters With A Yeti, Musical O, Sleepwalk Circus, Hidden Nikki, The Charmes, Not Another Boy Band, Dr.Strangeluv, FilterKeen and Steady Machine. Presented by Terno Recordings — Rocking for the Environment.

BONI STATION
Flippin’ Soul Stompers, Big Band Groove, Collie Herb, Goodleaf, The Oemons, The Go Signals, Fingertrap, Jeepney Joyride, The Strangeness, Nanay Mo, Tirso Cruise Three, Kevin's Express and Wilderness — Rocking for Gender Equality.

BUENDIA STATION
Intolerant, Reklamo, Bad Burn, Odat, Trapeze, Penguin, Gab n' Josh, Parada, Arcadia, DOA,Fuzz, Pocket Full Of, Imelda, Love Sax and Magic, Htachbanko, Around the Metro, Lights in Transit, Last Minute, JZE, Lady Ransom, Jensen Gomez, Archievals, Harlequin Carnival, Twin Lobster and Sleep is the Enemy — Rocking vs HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and Preventable Diseases.

QUEZON AVE STATION
CinemAlexis Film Showing — Rocking for Maternal Health.

NORTH AVE STATION
Mayonnaise, Tonight We Sleep, Hansom, Subscapular, Sirens, Chris Cantanda, Blue Boy Bites Back, Pull It Surprise, Inday Bote, Jejaview, Save Me Hollywood and Shoulder State. Presented by Mary Moon Productions — Rocking for Children's Health.

The MTV Exit 2011 Experience

Some friends and I attended MTV Exit free concert last Saturday. It was all worth the effort of going to SM MOA Concert Grounds even if we arrived a little late.

Ramon Bautista, Tado and MTV Asia VJ Holly hosted the event which was all about raising awareness to increase prevention of human trafficking and exploitation.

Pupil performed and Ely Buendia was such a compelling singer. He still never fails to give me goose bumps with his singing. Parokya ni Edgar made the Concert Grounds so alive with their popular hits like Pizza Pie and Buloy. Sad to see Vinci Montaner a little out of shape but he made the mosh pit wild when he went down and sang among the crowd.

But what really made the free concert exciting was the special appearance of Jason Mraz who's an anti-human trafficking advocate. He was in the country for his concert October 30th and decided to drop by at the MTV Exit event. He didn't sing, though, except for a few acapella lines of I'm Yours. He gave a little speech encouraging the Filipino audience to join him and MTV Exit in the efforts to end slavery.

Korean pop sensation Jay Park was last to perform, treating the K-Pop fans (and they dominated the mosh pit) to a number of dance tunes, taking off a piece of clothing every now and then. The fans went wild when he went shirtless before he left the stage.

Vice President Binay, Secretary De Lima and the president of the Visayan Forum Foundation also gave a talk about ending human trafficking. We heard Dingdong  Dantes, MTV Exit Celebrity Ambassador in the Philippines, was also there but it was only his pre-recorded video that we saw. Also on video was boxing champ and congressman Manny Pacquiao who also supports the cause.

photo of Ely Buendia via MTV Exit Facebook page

Bamboo Mañalac Releases New Album as Solo Artist

Bamboo Mañalac is back as a solo artist with a new album, No Water, No Moon. It will be released soon by PolyEast Records.

The new album comes out 9 months after his second band named after him has disbanded. He also left his first band, Rivermaya.

So perhaps he really wanna go solo. Or perhaps he thought it's better to be a solo act so he can quit whenever, without leaving any band members behind.

Banana Type - "Hanggang Dito"

My friend's band is joining the Muzikademy. The band is called Banana Type.

Here's their latest titled Hanggang Dito.

Don't mind the Pulp video background :)

Kean Cipriano Live at the Aliw Theater

Cross and Arrow Events Managemet presents One Stage, One Night with BBS featuring Kean Cipriano live in concert on November 26, 2011, 8:00 PM, at the Aliw Theater.

Special guests include Bob Cañamo, Buddy Zabala, Callalily, Eunice Jorge, Jay Durias, Madeline, Mike Dizon, Paolo Bernaldo, Raymund Marasigan, Ronnie Dizon, Rye Sarmiento and Wendell Garcia.

Ticket are available at all SM Tickets outlets. Prices are:

PLATINUM (Reserved Seats) - Php 2,612
GOLD (Reserved Seats) - Php 1,568
SILVER (Reserved Seats) - Php 1,045
BRONZE (Reserved Seats) - Php 784
GENERAL ADMISSION (Reserved Seats) - Php 523

For more info, call 470-2222 or visit www.smtickets.com

An Early Bird Promo is up for 15 days for the Platinum seats only.

PLATINUM EARLY BIRD PROMO
1. Promo duration from 01 October to 15 October
2. Customer is entitled to 20% discount for purchase of PLATINUM section only
3. No limit on ticket purchase

Roctobeerfest Featuring the Hottest Pinoy Bands on October 28th

Out of the Box Productions presents Roctobeerfest Rockfusion happening on October 28th, Friday, 8 PM, at the Metro Bar in West Avenue, Quezon City.

Bands performing are The Bloomfields, The Dawn, Brownman Revival, Rivermaya, and True Faith.

Tickets are available at the Metro Bar and Ticketworld for only P600.00. For more inquiries about the event, you may call Lyanne Agustin at telephone numbers 09178494458, 09228494458, or 2111713.

Champ Lui Pio's "Sari-Saring Kwento" feat Noel Cabangon and Gloc-9 – Music Video

Check out the music video of Champ Lui Pio's new single titled Sari-Saring Kwento featuring Noel Cabangon and Gloc-9.

The song is the second single off his album Synergy. The music video is directed by Enzo Valdez.

Tanduay Rockfest 5 - TV Spot

Checkout Tanduay Rhum Rockfest Year 5's television ad featuring some of the front man of bands performing on October 14th.

The ad is directed by Paul Alexei Basinillo. Check it out below.

You can get your tickets for free by buying Tanduay 5 Years products at any 7-Eleven branch.

For VIP tickets: Buy any combination of three bottles of Tanduay 5 Years 750 ml or T5 Light 700 ml.

For General Admission tickets: Buy one bottle of Tanduay 5 Years 70 ml or T5 Light 700 ml.

Top Bands Brought Together for Tanduay Rhum Rockfest 2011

On its fifth year, Tanduay Rhum Rockfest is bringing together some of the hottest bands (and a couple solo acts) in the country at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds on October 14, 2011.

You can get your tickets for free by buying Tanduay 5 Years products at any 7-Eleven branch.

For VIP tickets: Buy any combination of three bottles of Tanduay 5 Years 750 ml or T5 Light 700 ml.

For General Admission tickets: Buy one bottle of Tanduay 5 Years 70 ml or T5 Light 700 ml.

Performing Bands:
- Wolfgang
- Sandwich
- Chicosci
- Kamikazee
- Parokya ni Edgar
- P.O.T.
- Hungry Young Poets
- Rico Blanco
- Paco of Introvoys
- Sampaguita
- Razorback
- Color It Red
- Urbandub
- Ebe Dancel
- Grin Department
- Franco
- Siakol
- Gloc 9
- The Dawn
- Hilera
- Typecast
- Up Dharma Down
- The Youth
- Moonstar 88
- Tropical Depression
- and more surprise performances

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Muziklaban Rakista Jam Tayo XXX

Muziklaban Rakista Jam Tayo XXX is happening at the Inggos Grill, Harbour Square (beside CCP Complex, Roxas Blvd., Pasay City) on September 3, Saturday, at 6 PM onwards.

Enjoy the music of the country's leading rock bands for the a ticket price of P100 inclusive of 2 Red Horse Beers.

Bands performing are The Chongkeys, Taken by Cars, Mayonnaise, Light of Luna, Valley of Chrome, Maryzark, Faircatch, Dhruva Tara, Jurassic Pards, More Than Linda, Milky Summer and Ode to Laluna.

Slapshock, et. al. Perform at Lapu Lapu City Anniversary Concert

Slapshock will be at the Lapu Lapu City's 50th cityhood anniversary concert titled "Singkwenta!" which will be held on August 26, Friday, at the MEPZ Soccer Field.

Expect a crazy night as Slapshock is joined by other bands like The Ambassadors, Sugbuwanon, Pandora, Maria Campbell and New Zion.

Tickets are very affordable at P150 inclusive of a free beer and a TM SIM card. You can also win cellphones, Dickies premium items and more for watching the concert.

For those going to the event, please take note that the gates open at 6:00 PM.

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"Sandata: Album Launch"

Pinoy rock band Sandata will launch their new album on Wednesday, August 24, 9 PM at Route 196 Bar in Quezon City. Entrance to the event is FREE so fans will have more money to buy the album which costs only P100.

Sandata is composed of Drich Policarpio on vocals, Chris Caldoza on guitars, Mario Consunji on bass, and Myles Guillermo on drums. Their music is described as "fresh yet familiar sound with their unique brand of metal... [with] groove-based beats combined with aggressive guitar riffs, and powerful yet melodic vocals."

Other performers at the Sandata: Album Launch include Kastigo, Mara, Halik ni Gringo, and Greyhoundz. There will also be a surprise guests that I'm sure will be a delight to those who will attend the event.

Sandata: Album Launch is presented by Mary Moon Productions in cooperation with Skedgy.

Hilera - "Who's Gonna Save Us Now?" (Music and Lyrics)

Who's Gonna Save Us Now? is Hilera's second single off of their 2010 album titled Kid in a Coma. You can listen to the single on the YouTube video below (that is, if you don't have the album yet).

Lyrics follow after the jump.

Hilera – Who's Gonna Save Us Now? (Lyrics):

99.5 RT Presents PetixFest

99.5 RT presents PetixFest featuring some of the country's best rock bands of today. PetixFest will be held on July 29, 2011, 8 PM to 12 MN, at the Garage 88 at The Fort, and entrance is free.

Live performances include bands like Siglo, Red Velvet Skies, Mr. Fear, Burcoll, Nyctinasty, Kapnobatai, SomedayDream, Giniling Festival, Squeezers, and any more.

The 13th Red Horse Muziklaban (2011) Launch

I was quite thrilled when I got the invitation to watch the first digital press launch of the 13th Red Horse Muziklaban held yesterday, July 19th, at the Hard Rock Cafe in Glorietta 3. I was invited as a digital press, so I had to watch it online, thru an exclusive live streaming.

I was sent the primer email yesterday at about 1 PM and was told to wait for the login details that they will send later in the day. The thing was, the link and login details didn't arrive. LoL! Too much hope for my first bloggers' event.

It would have been so much fun to watch the bands like Slapshock, Mayonnaise, Light of Luna, Hatankaru, Even, Gayuma, and Wilabaliw perform, as well as get the chance to interact with them via live chat! I even prepared some questions to some of the bands. But oh well, perhaps it wasn't meant to be.

Anyway, the program was hosted by ex-Dawn guitarist and former NU DJ Francis "Brew" Reyes and Pepe Smith's daughter Sanya Smith.

I think I missed a lot... Why oh why wasn't I emailed the login details?

The beer and the paper bag did arrive, though.

So even if I wasn't emailed the login details, I would like to thank Red Horse Beer and Rogue Digital, nonetheless.

Incubus Live in Manila

Incubus will perform live at the Araneta Coliseum on July 28, 2011, Thursday, at 8 PM, for the much-awaited If Not Now, When? World Tour.

If Not Now, When? is Incubus' seventh studio album which was released July 12, 2011 following an extended hiatus. Tracks include If Not Now, When?, Promises, Promises, Friends and Lovers, Thieves, Isadore, The Original, Defiance, In the Company of Wolves, Switchblade, Adolescents, and Tomorrow's Food.

Ticket prices to the July 28 album are as follows:
Patron 101 Standing – 6,000
Patron 103 Standing – 5,500
Patron Seated – 6,500
Lower Box Up – 6,500
Lower Box Regular – 4,500
Upper Box A – 3,000
Upper Box B – 1,500
Gen Admission - 750

Pupil's "20/20" Music Video Launch

Pupil will launch the music video for their single 20/20 on July 22, 2011, 7:30 PM, at Top Shelf, Fully Booked in High Street of Bonifacio Global City.

Other performers include Outerhope and Mayo Baluyut with Revenge Avenger.

The 13th RHB Pambansang Muziklaban Launch

Red Horse Beer presents the 13th Red Horse Pambansang Muziklaban which will be launched on July 19, 2011 at the Hard Rock Cafe in Glorietta 3, Makati City.

Red Horse Beer Pambansang Muziklaban is the longest-running amateur rock band search in the country. Now on its 13th year, it continues the hunt for the rock gods of the new generation.

The competition is open to all amateur ROCK bands with members 18-34 years old. Interested bands must submit an entry form, a demo tape containing an original composition, a Red Horse Beer jingle composition, a cover of a song by a local or foreign artist, and pictures of each band member, along with 10 crowns of Red Horse Beer per member.

This year's competition promises to be another astig event, as more budding Pinoy rock artists are expected to join the search that's recognized as one of the strongest supporters of OPM/Pinoy rock music. Through the years, Red Horse Beer Pambansang Muziklaban is known for giving local rock bands the venue to showcase their talents and win great prizes, while providing them the support they need to build a thriving career in the local music scene. It's a known fact that during Red Horse Beer Pambansang Muziklaban events, the focus is purely on local rock talents, no foreign bands are featured.

Entry forms are available at www.redhorsebeer.com and entries may be submitted via Facebook or YouTube, or through San Miguel Brewery sales offices and Events Circuit offices nationwide. Bands can also join by participating in the nationwide studio auditions. Make sure you and your band hurry, as the deadline for submission for entries is on September 15, 2011. The winning band will get a cash prize of P500,000 tax free, an album launch sponsorship worth P300,000, and an endorsement contract with Red Horse Beer worth P200,000. All these, plus an instant ticket to the halls of Pinoy rock as the Grand Champions of the Red Horse Beer Pambansang Muziklaban. A special prize of P50,000 also goes to the best Red Horse Beer jingle composition. All this from the No. 1 Extra Strong Beer, Red Horse Beer! Tama ka!

Everyone is encouraged to come in Red Horse Beer colors.

via redhorsebeer.com

Kuwago's "44 Days" Live [Video]

Watch Kuwago performing 44 Days live at the Freedom Bar during Giniling Festival's Makamundo album launch Part II.

via youtube.com/666siopao

Hijo Releases Debut Music Video "Tamalee"

After Bamboo left his band, fans wondered about what would happen to the rest of the group like Ira Cruz, Nathan Azarcon, and Vic Mercado. Well, worry no more because these three, together with Jay-O and Junji, are now collectively known as the new band called Hijo.

With Bamboo's absence, Nathan takes on the responsibility of doing the lead vocals aside from playing the bass.

Last Tuesday, June 28th, they released their first ever music video for their first single titled Tamalee on FHM TV. You can watch it by clicking here.

Be updated on the latest news about Hijo by following them on Facebook.

photo: fhm.com.ph

Muziklaban Jam Tayo 29

Red Horse Beer presents Pambansang Muziklaban Jam Tayo 29 which will be held at the Malate District bar in Malate, Manila on July 2, 2011 at 6 PM onwards. Tickets, priced at P150, come with a free beer each.

Co-presented by Rakista and Draven, included in the event are the album launch of The Chongkeys and the video launch of Gabi ng Lagim.

Other acts in Pambansang Muziklaban Jam Tayo 29 are  Hilera, Paramita, Even, Light of Luna, Mr. Bones and the Boneyard Circus, Intolerant, Subculture, FMD, Murder Club Massacre, Dai I Chi, Zalvija, and Mortal Wounds.

UR Faceradio's Official Launch

May 28, 2011 is the official launch of UR FACERADIO, RJ UR 105.9 FM's online portal on Facebook. That means you get to listen to, and watch, RJ live on Facebook! Just go to http://facebook.com/URFaceradio, like the page, and you'll see a tab to listen or watch.

The launch is happening at Metrowalk with 40 of the country's hottest bands including Itchyworms, Imago, Kuwan, The Bloomfields, Mayonnaise, Pedicab, Paramita, Hijo, and The Chongkeys among others.

The fun starts at 5 PM onwards.

Hijo Performs at Molokai Grill

Hijo has a gig this coming Saturday, May 21, 2011, at Molokai Grill in Festival Mall, Alabang.

Hijo is a band composed of ex-Bamboo members - Nathan Azarcon, on vocals and bass, Vic Mercado on drums, Ira Cruz and Radioactive Sago Project's Junji Lerma on guitars, and Jay-O Orduña on keyboard.

Pulp Tickets

Went out tonight to buy tickets for the Pulp Summer Slam happening this Saturday, April 30, 2011.

Quite excited. I'm going with my friend Bryan and my niece and her fiancé. But no, I wasn't the one who payed for all four. I'm not that kind :D

I promise to be extra careful this time. I lost a cellphone at last year's Pulp and I don't wanna lose anything this year.

Mr. Big Live in Manila

The Grammy nominated 90s pop/rock group, Mr. Big, will perform Live in Manila on May 10, 2011 at the Araneta Coliseum.

Hear them perform their biggest hits like:
Just Take My Heart
To Be With You
Wild World
Addicted to That Rush
Green-Tinted Sixties Mind
Nothing But Love
Take Cover
Promise Her the Moon
and more!

Ticket prices are 3,500 / 2,500 / 1,500 / 750

Here's the Mr. Big Live in Manila TVC:

Pulp Summer Slam XI (2011): Resurrection

The country's biggest and loudest rock and metal music festival, Pulp Summer Slam XI: Resurrection is happening on April 30, 2011 at the Amoranto Stadium in Quezon City.

Colt 45's Pulp Summer Slam XI: Resurrection features Anthrax, Hellyeah, and Death Angel, plus performances from 25 of the country's loudest bands.

The event starts 1:00 PM of April 30, 2011 and ends 5:30 AM of May 1, 2011.

You can get your tickets for P350 through Ticketnet, Ticketworld, and at SM Ticketnet.

Pambansang Muziklaban Rakrakan Series XIV

Red Horse Beer presents the Pambansang Muziklaban Rakrakan Series XIV happening on April 16, 2011, Saturday, from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM at the Bluewave Open Parking, Edsa Macapagal Ave, in front of SM Mall of Asia

Entrance is P150/pax with FREE 2 Red Horse Beer + FREE Draven Discount Coupons + RHB items + Other Freebies.

There will be a special entrance fee of P50/pax for the 1st 200 persons to arrive.

Bands performing are:

SLAPSHOCK
GREYHOUNDZ
WILABALIW
EVEN
LIGHT OF LUNA
KARL ROY
MAYONNAISE
KJWAN
HATAKARU
GAYUMA
IBARRA
THE CHONGKEYS
SAYDIE
HILERA
REKLAMO
TANYA MARKOVA
MR. BONES AND THE BONEYARD CIRCUS
TRAPEZE
APRIL MORNING SKIES
GINILING FESTIVAL
PENTAVIA
MARYZARK
JOIN THE CLUB
SUBCULTURE
and many more!