Hon. LUIS CHAVIT SINGSON Set to Give 7 MILLION "E-GRACIA" On His Birthday

Luis Chavit Singson talks about E-Gracia, his birthday and more! (photo credits: 258 Tri Media and his official FB Page)

It's TRUE and I've personally verified it from the man himself.

Former Governor of Ilocos Sur, Mayor of Narvacan, Deputy National Security Adviser of the Philippines and Filipino Businessman Hon. LUIS CHAVIT SINGSON is giving away a whopping 7 MILLION Pesos on his birthday this coming June 21.

6 Million of this prize will be for 200 Winners of 10 Thousand Pesos each, and 1 Million will go to one lucky winner.

Here's his announcement when we talked to him over dinner:

 

Here's the mechanics on how you can join:
 

 

Instead of him receiving gifts on his birthday, he chose to do this instead. He was very eager to share his blessings and want to actually just spend it in Singapore or some other country because it gives him time to rest and just enjoy life. He's 41 (verified by him too), and he's been working hard all these years. He also got resuscitated thrice for his second life and got in danger more than 7 times. Some people fear him, look at him differently because of his stature, but at that short time that I got to talk to him, he's a very nice and approachable guy.

He also talked lengthily about his future projects including a plan to put up investments from Korea to the Philippines, perhaps produce a couple of shows too.  I heard some little talk about VAGABOND one of the highest rating series from Korea and Lee Seung Gi, plus his business plans, a Korean studio in Vigan, his adventures with Manny Pacquiao in Japan, and a few more things so you might want to listen to that too. 

 Here's our short talk after dinner:

Now, there's more than one reason to download their app called E-Gracia on Android and the App Store. If you want to win, just follow the instructions on his giveaway and who knows, you might just be the lucky one!

BLACK PANTHER on SM Cinemas February 14

If you’re a fan of Marvel and the Marvel movie series, you’re probably eagerly awaiting this one. You see, they’re finally showing Marvel Studios’ BLACK PANTHER on SM Cinemas this February 14. That means, you’re going to get a glimpse of his back story and perhaps enjoy a multitude of things that SM has prepared for you. First off, they’ve got this huge art installation at the SM Mall of Asia’s Atrium. Aside from that, if you download the app, you get a chance to win premiere night tickets to see it all!

You’ll also get to know WAKANDA and how this third world country become a sought after land because of the material VIBRANIUM which people try to get their hands on (one of the toughest and even is the same material as Captain America’s shield.

You’ll also get to know this African hero who by blood will become the King of Wakanda. He’s also destined to protect his kingdom along with his other friends and citizens. He has yet to be king and had to go into a lot of trouble in this movie, so you should definitely see it. It’s not a small role at all, it connects to the story of El Dorado as well, so expect the trouble to become bigger as the story progresses with this good man with a good heart, who is to become a King.

You can also take advantage of FREE POPCORN for the first 1000 people from February 14-16 if you purchase tickets online via www.smcinema.com. Follow their social media channels as well because they might give tickets there too!

You can also shop Marvel licensed merchandise in all The SM Store branches nationwide.

Let’s try to know his story shall we?

KUMAGCOW

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Good Days for OPM Happening at #CokeStudioPH

Looks like Coke is getting their hands warm on Filipino music. They've been always like that and despite hard times, they've managed to put up tons of concerts, shows and caravans that make us all proud of our own music. They're not stopping there because every Saturday, they will be seen helping established, up and coming and indie bands + artists to up the ante on their OPM game for COKE STUDIO PH. It's a new show seen on TV5 every Saturday at 7PM and just a few weeks ago I had the opportunity to see the launch at SMX Convention Center. It was like a town fiesta like no other!

Coke had us stay in the center, surrounded by different stages that had musicians, artists take over for a few minutes and boy it was crazy! Different genres, different takes on new and old Filipino songs, all of us got comfy seats and sang along with the crowd.

The crowd wasn't letting down as throngs of them lined up even after the first performers came out. Sandwich opened the show, I went ballistic! Haha!

They switched back to acoustic and played my favorite Eraserheads songs, an era I am very familiar with.

Then they toned down a bit and made it a bit romantic. These two had us feel like we were in a park busking in the moonlight.

I wasn't surprised TV5 had this on their station. I remember Coach Chot saying that they wanted to have something that isn't seen on the other stations, this would really be something special for them, not to mention a good platform to be seen, to help those bands and artists that are good but haven't been seen by the general public. To hopefully broker record deals if they find them awesome on stage.

I couldn't remember their name but they played percussion instruments like they were in Rio De Janeiro. I'd like this in my own party!

A section of the hall was dedicated to a Coke Studio filled with your favorite drink, and a Karaoke + recording facility. It was a time to sing your heart out in front of tons of people. I didn't do this but I would if I could brave the line that they had that evening.

The other side of the hall had a conversation space where the artists and the band members were interviewed, made to inspire us ordinary people, and the up and coming bands and artists too. The juke box though isn't your ordinary box, it's an automatic labeler so you can just put in your name and get your own personalized Coke bottle!

Coke executives weren't just going to sit around and watch, they played too!

When Sandwich came on stage, I shouted, I jumped with excitement, and joined in with the crowd who wanted more of this music.

Stephan from Coke also gave a speech. Here it is on video so listen in!

I had so much fun!

For the finale, they had the artists, the executives from Coke and the bands on stage including Franco. God was I so zonked this night but I still got my A game on. I wished the evening wouldn't stop!

Thank you so much Coca Cola Philippines for the opportunity to party with you guys! Every year I always look forward to your gigs!

Again for those who would want to see the show and how you mix in the old and the new, keep it on TV5 every Saturday at 7PM. You'll like Noel Cabangon do it with rapper CurtisSmith, and other artists on the pipeline. Cheers to Coke and Pinoy Music!

KUMAGCOW
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Step Up with Fame

I look fat and inconceivably athletic these days that people don't know that I have a passion for dance. Funny you never asked. I used to be a member of my elementary and high school dance troupes and pretty much competed in different parts of the country doing Philippine dance, jazz, and pretty much about any genre I could get my hands on. Dance takes you to a different high, much of what endorphins do when you move and sway to the music, it's addicting and is a good confidence booster after doing shows on stage. You also get to entertain people and make them watch you, not to mention learning a skill that can get you places, and the health benefits too. 

Now I have long put this on the shelves because of other priorities (like life happens). Though a couple of weeks ago, I got invited to a summer dance recital by the owners of FAME Artists Studio based in Makati. They call it Step Up with FAME, to showcase what they have learned these past few months. This is their second year and they did this because the first one was successful. This also happened at the RCBC Tower's Auditorium. I did arrive a bit late so I don't know if I missed anything, so forgive me if I didn't get to see some parts. I sat amongst teenagers, their parents, grandparents (in full wheelchair garb so as to not miss their loving apo's first recital) and their friends. I could see how happy they were once the performers shot out from the back of the stage and began their performance. Let me tell you about what I observed.

Creative/Beginners Ballet

It's great to see toddlers, preschool abled kids take their interests into a higher form by enrolling in beginner ballet. Their confidence just exhudes on that stage. They were like little butterflies flipping their wings for the first time. Even though their routine was easy, it was long and they need to memorize a lot even at a young age. They all wanted to be in front for some reason, and the audience loved it!

Adult Jazz Classes

During the Jazz routine, I could feel a lot of them were first timers. Their faces had that look of nervousness, but they enjoyed it a lot. Physically they were not in their perfect form but imagine if they didn't train for this, they'd be less healthy and prolly wouldn't move a muscle when they were just stuck at home. In the middle part, the nerves were gone, you could see them smile every now and then, it's not easy to perform in front of a crowd, they did wonderful.

Hip hop for teens and adults

They had a little more to give. They all looked hungry to learn, I guess just like the rest of them, they are fueled by passion. They looked great out there despite the pretty complicated steps especially the part where they played dark music reminiscent of the underground french thing, I forgot the term lol (vogueing I think?). They were in different age groups mind you, but they didn't mind at all. It just felt fun!

Belly Dancing for Kids

They were just too cute for show! If I had a daughter I would have her enroll in this. A bit complicated to learn but achievable. 

Belly Dancing for Adults

Yes they can, yes they did. I would mistake them to be professionals already. They didn't mind their shape or form, they love dance and that takes a lot. Now why don't guys try this thing LOL.

WYLDSTYLE CREW

They did a number inspired by those chinese zombies, they must be the studio's in house professional dancers. (I learned they were guests later on)

Vogue Adults

They did a number from Chicago, Cher's Burlesque. They sectioned off prople to fit the physical fitness and did their individual choreography. Worked well, and it's a good thing they're not forced or anything. 

Pole Fit for Kids

I can't believe there are kids doing pole dances, like below 12. And they can whip it out like adults, crazy.

Pole Mix for Adults

When you thought first timers would just do mediocre moves, and they do complicated stuff instead. These ladies deserve the applause they got from us. 

Pole Intermidiate Class

Then they up the ante with ladies getting a more advanced class. I could feel they endured a lot of pain doing this, like literal blood sweat and tears. 

Nique Manza

Judging from the looks of it, he's probably an instructor or international pole champion. (And I was right!)

Pole Flow

It's got a different feel, it's like pole mixed with boudoir and fashion. (Ladies would love doing this).

Johnny Sustantivo Villanueva

He showed reasons why men should do pole. He's an international champion, and it shows. I beckon it felt like I was watching Magic Mike in Las Vegas, right in Makati.

LDT Manila

They did a really good number, interpretative, lyrical, ballet and jazz. In house professionals? Yep! Some mishaps in the music didn't stop them from dancing, and they were good. I only heard in the awarding that they were from Lyceum (hence the dance troupe). 

Hoops for Adults

This one was a bit hard, and they were not backing off from a challenge. They weren't that type. Oh let me get that straight, it's quite dangerous too, but they did it.

Heelsque

I guess it's inspired by the same dance of Yannis Marshall - of AGT fame. They were good. 

Silk Beginners

It didn't feel like they were beginners. They did some pretty complicated stuff climbing and maneouvering with the cloth, splits and stuff, and this one is pretty dangerous too.

Silk Intermidiate

And they did even more complicated stuff, one of them (platinum blonde lady) pretty much took a ton of classes.

The Fame Teachers

This whole thing won't work without these guys. Individually, they are all superbly skilled. Some of them have already won awards internationally, thank you Step Up with Fame! You guys should stage a third one, definitely.

If I had a chance to do this all over again, I would. If I had the time, I'd arrange to do the pole and jazz classes, it would fit me real well. I'm sitting here reminiscing of the past, don't feel sorry for me becasue there will come a time that I'd do this again. If you would like to join them and their classes, check out their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/fameartistsstudio/ as they are very responsive to messages. They are based in Makati so if you live nearby or work in this area, give them a call. Tell your friends too. It's not too late to start worthwhile activities, you CAN dance!

Here's snippets of it on video:

Congratulations to everyone who made Step Up with FAME a success! You did not do good, you did GREAT!

KUMAGCOW

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