Myk Perez: My Acoustic

Myk Perez from famed Voice of the Philippines' first batch just recently launched his album entitled Myk Perez: My Acoustic under MCA Music Inc. Honestly, he wasn't my favorite finalist because I was rooting for Klarisse all the time and even voted for her during the show. I was swayed by my taste of vocals I guess and spent the whole season hating the other contestants because I wanted my bet to win. Myk Perez always had his votes high during the competition and I must say it's with something really worth that attention because 1) He had a solid following being the only guy behind the guitar kind of performer 2) He had Bamboo as the coach and 3) He had this Bamboo-Jason Mraz kind of feel on him that makes the girls go gaga over his performances. It was evident back then that he was going to be a force to be reckoned with and now he's showing us why on this album.

He's got covers on this album including Easy originally performed by Lionel Richie, Two is Better Than One, Why, Runaway originally performed by The Corrs, Clarity, Honey Under The Moon, Fix You, Chasing Pavements, Give Me Love, Baby I Love Your Way and a bonus track Fix You as an unplugged version. He performed live that evening when we interviewed him at the MCA Universal office and I must say, he definitely has it.

You must give him a chance to show you why he's one of the finalists in The Voice of the Philippines and I did just that. I was impressed by what I've heard on the CD and even better when I heard him sing live. I felt I sounded like him on most occasions but I must be dreaming. He's gone way better than when he did his stints in The Voice and with these covers that are quite familiar already with Filipinos, he's surely going a long way. I hope radio stations and TV appearances can give this guy a boost. He's a humble chap and he deserves all the blessings he's getting. 

Congratulations on your first album Myk Perez! I'm looking forward to the next one with original compositions soon!

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Shane Filan Tops Philippine Charts with Everything To Me Album!

Shane Filan who was here a few days ago treated us all to entertainment and his presence at the SM Megamall in Manaluyong City, Philippines. I've been following him since Westlife days and I'm so glad the guys are still friends after all these years. Shane tells us quite a bit of the economics behind the band which caused their breakup after the last tour. Who wouldn't be sad seeing them go separate ways.. there's always a little thing that hurts when you think about it.

Ladies from local radio stations hosted the event and had Shane Filan on his feet. The usual questions were asked but some very surprising ones came from online media. (That includes me of course!) My brother is Irish and he's in Dublin for the longest time. I felt I had to ask Shane if he's ever been to Guiness which my brother is as the Executive Chef. Shane uttered, he's been there because he enjoys a pint or two of beer which that place is known for. I had to ask that because it was just after Arthur's Day in Ireland, a local holiday for them. For those who don't know, Westlife has been the pride of this country. They even go the mile in expressing these guys came from that country right after you step inside their airport. Much like Pacquiao is for us Filipinos.

He was quite happy to see the reception of Filipinos; saying they're still warm and just the same as when he was here years ago. He misses everything that he experienced here and was surprised some of the fans know exactly how many times they've been in the Philippines and where exactly they performed. It was like a quiz show when questions were thrown.

His music changed quite a lot. I can't say it's purely pop like when they used to do it with Westlife because it's got more of a native Irish tune to it. I guess Shane made it a point to go back to his roots and shape his path a little different than what we're used to. I must say, it looked very cool in my books since it's quite easy to listen too. Less complicated and easier to love. He's been working with quite a lot of lyricists and musicians and admittedly says it's pretty hard to be a frontman. He still needs the talent of a lot of people behind every song and music that plays on all his gigs.

A few days ago we got confirmation that Shane Filan's album entitled Everything To Me has topped the Philippine Astro Charts beating regulars like One Direction, Korean Boybands and various artists from Star Records for OPM. Quite a remarkable feat for a comeback but this is really going to make Shane's bid a solid one whilst he goes solo. He's a talented chap and he truly deserves to be in this place in the music industry! Congratulations Shane Filan! Stay awesome!

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The "Jay Park - New Breed" Experience!

I meet stars. That's given with Lifestyle bloggers like me. I seldom do think about how starstruck I become when I'm in the midst of them, more so if they are so talented enough that I become a fan. I genuinely feel happy too if I see them so nice even behind the cameras. 

He was no different. He's Jay Park!

Well, there was pandemonium around Eastwood City that evening to say the least. He's a charmer, good looking, sculptured physique, can sing and dance (I almost envied him haha) he's the total package so to speak and he's in the Philippines to promote his latest album called "New Breed"!

Album Cover for this Special Asian Edition Album courtesy of MCA

The album contains a CD and a DVD. They have come out with the tracks to be released here!

CD:
1. New Brees (Intro)
2. Know Your Name (Ft. Dok2)
3. Girl Friend
4. Up And Down (Ft. Dok2)
5. I Love You (Ft. Dynamic Duo)
6. Go
7. I Got Your Back
8. Star (Star)
9. Nolreowa (Come On Over)
10. Kkeonwa phone (Turn Off Your Phone)
11. Not without you (Acoustic ver.)
12. Aom&1llionaire (Ft. The Quiett, Dok2)
13. Enjoy The Show (Ft. The Quiett, Dok2)
14. Hook went (Wasted) (Ft. Bizzy)
15. Clap (Ft. Tiger JK,Tasha)

DVD:
1. Know Your Name (Music Video)
2. Girl Friend (Music Video)
3. Star (Music Video)

It's one way of telling the world that he's back and he's making his mark in this industry. He was awesome on stage, he gave us a good show as you can see!

Honestly I'm not fond of Korean/KPOP tunes but he's definitely one that changed my mind. I even listened to his songs this morning and found around 4 that I could add to my personal playlist. I seldom update my songs and if he passed that, it'll surely be more on your turf... my standards are pretty high.The track Girl Friend is awesome; I get LSS even now.

 

His candid shots after the show looked better. Catched him off guard! :)

 

Best of all, I felt his sincerity when he talked to the fans. That's something you don't see everyday. He took time to talk to them even with the short time they get to spend with him. I surely hope he'll come back for more... maybe a full concert in Araneta or something. Wouldn't that be neat?

Jinri Park even hosted the show. That was neat! She's pretty no?

Thank you so much to MCA Universal for bringing Jay Park to the Philippines! Hope you guys loved the photos! I'm sure we're all mutually happy that he gets to touch base with the fans and start this tour with a bang! I hope you guys rush to your favorite record bars and get hold of his album NEW BREED from MCA Universal! You'll get your KPOP - R&B and Hiphop fix in no time!

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A Small Talk with Krissy and Ericka; Twelve: Fifty One

Krissy and Ericka is so fine! I admit I'm one of those who initially didn't know them before an interview I did for MCA a couple of months back. Not to be branded living under a rock I researched about them a bit and ended up in Youtube. This is their side of the social media planet; and judging from the response of the people I'm not surprised that they are where they are right now. Listening to one of their songs in the past, I am more than impressed with what they have to offer in their new album. Their music definitely now has become a notch higher. It still stayed very personal and you can feel something very special when they attack their covers/original songs. It's something that you should listen to when its raining, curling up by the window while holding a cup of cocoa or crying just with the left eye. It's really that comforting. Some dub them as the Philippines own M2M but in my books they are their own artists, definitely catering to the teeny boppers and love stricken ones... Krissy and Ericka will come and infect you with their brand of music. It makes you feel so positive even when you had a bad day.

If you still don't get what I mean, check this video out with the snippets of their new album promptly called Krissy and Ericka Twelve: Fifty One.

1. Rewind featuring AJ Rafael
2. Rolling In The Deep
3. 12:51
4. That Should Be Me
5. Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)
6. Back To December
7. In Your Arms
8. Rocketeer featuring The Lamars
9. Love The Way You Lie 2
10. Anything featuring Marie Digby
Plus a BONUS Track!
11. Change The World

Don't you just feel that the song choice was just too personal? Krissy told us that the story behind the title of their album and carrier single is that she made this song in the wee hours of the morning. Being the insomniac that she is, she felt that this song was built at that hour when she felt so alive and creative. True enough, when you listen to them sing its like they know that the story is about you... They feel what you feel and somehow somewhere it was all meant to be for you... I asked about the song choices and they said that it was a collaboration between them and MCA music. The label gave them a lot of lee way as far as the song choices were concerned and that definitely spells artistic freedom! It's like a combination of the ones they tested out on Youtube that were widely appreciated and modern ones suggested by the producers. The 4 original songs were REALLY good and the covers OMG I just can't contain myself how impressed I was with it!

Krissy and Ericka knows how blessed they are and on that day when we met them was the first time they also saw their new album fresh from the studios. The mood was ecstatic! Even I was so happy for them! All the hard work they put on this paid off because let's face it... critics like me are hard to please, but I really really LOVE it!

They are now also venturing out into the Southeast Asian Music scene as they will be on a tour to countries like Hard Rock Cafe - Jakarta in Indonesia (January 13), Drama Center Theater Singapore on the 16th and Malaysia's Bentley Auditorium on January 14th among others. Watch out also for their shows in Manila after this tour!

If you want to download Krissy and Ericka's music just text KANDE to 3456 on all networks! Capisce?!


Previous Article of Krissy and Ericka HERE!

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