ZIA QUIZON Signs with STAR MUSIC and Releases New Single "RETO NA NAMAN"

Just got out of the Dolphy theater this afternoon for the launch and contract signing of Zia Quizon who will be now under Star Music. Present during the occasion was Nene Atillano, Jeffrey Vadillo, and Ericson Raymundo of Cornerstone, Roxy Liquigan, Jonathan Manalo and Andy Arellano of Star Music. This is the first time they're also letting us hear her newly released single called "RETO NA NAMAN" which will be under the same label. Zia was in a very positive mood and performed for us too.

Roxy Liquigan says "I remember when we met about a few months ago, and Cornerstone has been a very good partner. Zsazsa thank you for also letting Zia be part of the Star Music family. I miss her, miss her sound."

Jonathan Manalo adds"When you hear her voice, she is her own sound. Welcome to Star Music because we will start to work on your original music which I already got to hear. Wait til we come out with it."

Jeffrey Vadillo says "We have a lot that we can work on, and the hottest music label in the country, partnering with them is just an exciting moment."

Ericson Raymundo says "To partner with Star Music means we can do a lot of things together."

Jungee Marcelo told us "I was wishing for this, after a while she asked to make this song and that was in 2018. I was confident, I got a call from Star, and Zia was the one who presented the song and the one above just knew it's time. The perfect minds just met and it would be wonderful, and everything worked out, I'm glad it is happening. Please do not change, your groove is you, and I haven't seen anyone who can sing like that. Don't second guess yourself because I would want to work more song with you, the world needs to hear you! I hope Reto Na Naman becomes a big hit like the previous releases."

Zia says "There's a lot of things happening in the country, and pressing matters but I'm grateful for those who worked here, my husband and mom is here. I'm just glad to be here! I've been busy with life, my house, getting married, but I remembered a song in 2018 that was sent to me on email. I just went back and searched for it."

She adds "Platforms have really changed, so distributing songs is different. I also listen to new OPM, regional songs, and it's easier to hear songs from other countries and how to mix it. I just try to be open to suggestions and do covers, we'll see what we can do. I was gone for a while but really, I was just busy with life. I just had time now to go and do it, I'm excited to bring joy, entertain people and hopefully it brings joy. My last project is was band centric when I was with my college mates. I really appreciate all the little things they do now, it's a team effort. I'm kinda going back, as folks are ready to rediscover music."

She's also launching a music video tomorrow November 14 around 7pm on YouTube. You can also stream her music on Spotify and available music platforms on Google and the Play store and App Store.

KIRAY CELIS Wins in LOVE, Launches More Products for Skin/Health Empire

I distinctly remember the times we've covered press conferences for Kiray Celis, her shows and movies. She's always the jolly one, cracking jokes almost every time we meet her, cementing her career as a formidable actress and comedienne. In recent years, she'd had remarkable success in selling products online. She was selling millions worth of products from different manufacturers and asked herself how it could have been better if she sold her own and have had all the profit herself and her team. And so, she did. She's now the proud CEO of Kiray's Brands who manufactures Hot Babe and Skin Vibe products. And yesterday launched the new Hot Babe Green collection and 2 new ones under Skin Vibe.

I personally asked her if she feels that this is her "calling", but replies that the term was too deep for her to connect with. As for success, she doesn't feel she's there yet because all of her earnings are still being invested back to the business and is positive that in the coming years, would bear fruit, but even then she wouldn't see herself doing something big as an entrepreneur. She'd laugh it off just thinking of it. 

Hot Babe Green includes the Chamomile Tea, Lemongrass Pandan, Pistachio Matcha flavors. The drinks aid in digestion, lower cholesterol, detoxifies, cleanses and support weight management. On Skin Vibe, they launched Pwetturs B|eaching Cream and the Singova B|eaching Scrub that does exfoliation, brightens skin, and evens out your complexion. Took a while to put it out because she had to have FDA approval for it. It's a hard job, but she wants to make sure if she's going to have something out in the market, it had to be safe for Filipinos to use as she's got tons of resellers who are also helping her to grow her business. She's so thankful also to her affiliates, resellers and return customers who all contributed to the remarkable success of her brand. 

Here's our talk with Kiray and the part where she also explained the viral Japan issues she addressed, she apologized for those who felt offended but be assured she got proper permits to do the shoot and Japanese folks were asking if she was a model, okay?!

If you want to get a hold of her products, Hot Babe Green and Skin Vibe is available at FB, TikTok Shop, Shopper and Lazada. Just order and have it delivered. I'm sure this isn't going to be the last of what Kiray has up her sleeves. She's also going to be married soon, here's wishing her the best of business and LOVE because she deserves it!

CONVERGE Announces New Plans with CONVERGE X4U

Despite the insane weather, folks have flocked to the Trioma Activity Center for XLOUNGE MNL for us to Xperience the Amped Up Life with Converge FiberX. Their loyal customers, and media intently listened to what changes will be made in new X4U plans, something that would make connections accessible and prices more affordable.

JP Aguilar SVP Consumer and SME Group Head says "The Filipino spirit is really stronger than typhoons. The Christmas season is upon us, and at Converge it is a season for connection, being with the people who matters most. Last year, we launched our Super FiberX plans. You got to earn and learn with our fiber network, and stronger ever since, we expanded and listened to our customers. We are guided by Dennis and Grace Uy to make your experience better than ever. To startup, you got to live to the power of X. This season we will introduce X4U, each one reflects what you deserve most. More speed, faster, more connected than ever. It's all for you!'

We need options and that's exactly what they are getting us with these new plans. Rated number one in OOKLA speedtests, they unveil these:

Max is 400mbps for 1599

Prime is 80bps for 2099

Ultra is 1000mbps for 2599

X4U Super Fiber X Ultra is 1 Gbps is now 2599. This is the most affordable gigabit speedplan in the country. This includes skypremium plans, so if you stream, multitask and use a lot of devices, the plan is good for you!

Homes that need more Super Fiber X Prime is Php 2099 for those who want 800 Mbps which comes with WiFi 6, Xperience Hub, and SkyTV. This is an all new plan and this outperforms other networks, you get more speed for less. Fast enough is not enough anymore for them, so it is for you!

Senior Product Manager Anthony Esporlas days "Super Fiber X has been a breakthrough for Filipino homes and has been embraced by more folks. How fast is fast? More connected devices, bandwidth needs is growing fast. Gaming and uploading content is part of the game, X4U will future proof your lifestyle."

Head of Consumer Marketing Sandra Dingal says "Game Changer is the first ever fixed pure fiber broadband plan in the country..Back then it was 2500 pesos, made and built for gamers. We see that it is very expensive, and based on statistics folks spend 1200 pesos internet spend usually. We want to level up, and do it for the community. From grass roots tournaments, to big ones, and we supported them all. From small ones, CHED, ASUS, realme, PBA ESports, all who have shaped gaming in the Philippines. Gamers require speed, low latency, low packet loss, and less jittery connections which is what Converge provides. Network Gaming Prioritization is something the company does embedded in the network. In all of our plans we want to do it for everyone, we made it accessible and Converge Game Changer EZ is priced at 1800 pesos. Lower than launched 2500 price tag. Better connection but lower price, and doesn't compromise gameplay, that's a 39% price reduction and 25% faster."

In a nutshell, they're offering these:

EZ plans cost Php 1,800 and will have 400mbps of speed.

For first 100 signups you get Free TUF gaming mouse, Razer Gold worth 250 pesos (during the event in Trinoma)

There will also be plans with ASUS ROG XBOX Ally soon.

Orange Ramirez the VP for Brand Marketing says "We have a 4th gift for you guys because of X4U. Our call has always been faster, stronger and made for what's next. We are excited because we always listen to customers. We evolve because of it. Made for what is next means a raffle, Christmas to the power of X. We are giving away 300 TV's. They will be all 55 inch Samsung QLED TV worth Php 34,000. This will be for new customers and subscribers from November 11- December 31, 2025.

Try the upgraded plans or get the new ones as signing up is easy, faster and better! Congratulations CONVERGE!

38th AWIT AWARDS Gets Powered by VIBE PH at MERALCO Theater

The 38th Awit Awards is very near and this year is going to be a LOT different as it is going to be powered by the folks from VIBE, the awesome OPM lovin online and TV show on TV5, Cignal and their partner platforms. 

I've been watching them almost everyday and the fans of not just the artists actually follow their antics especially on weekends where they obviously prepare a whole lot of performances indie or mainstream fans would enjoy. Doing the Awit Awards would be something really fun as the organization partner up with MQuest Ventures, and poke a little youthful energy in the 38 year old body. 

It's going to be a huge celebration for OPM and PARI (Philippine Association of the Record Industry) which holds this show every year. With the mission to push OPM forward, they'll be preparing to showcase some of the country's hottest acts, including some of the year's awardees and generations of performers the country has produced. 

The show will also be directed by newly joined legendary star maker Johnny Manahan, and Vibe jocks Dylan, Elijah, Joao, Ana, Maxie, Paulo, Kych, Queenay and favorite boy Ryle Santiago. Telling folks about side quests, red carpet and backstage happenings will be the Vibe Gen V guys and gals who have in recent episodes have gotten a huge following too. This will all happen on November 16th at the newly renovated Meralco Theater. It'll be streamed live on Vibe PH, TV5, MQuest Ventures and Awit Awards Facebook pages and their affiliates. This is going to be heck of a lot of fun!