"Never Fade Away" is the 2nd album from the brightest star in trance - Irish DJ John O'Callaghan. Last year he picked up the ‘Best Producer’ and ‘Best DJ’ trophies at the Irish Dance Music Awards; decisively conquered the notoriously-competitive dance-testing ground of Ibiza and became the first Irishman to play Trance Energy. In 2009 he stands at the threshold of dance superstardom. An immaculately produced album, "Never Fade Away" will soon come to rank among the likes of Paul van Dyk's "Out there and Back", Tiësto’s "In My Memory" & Ferry Corsten’s "Right of Way" as one of the greatest trance albums of it's time. A 12-headed manifest of John’s diverse sound, from the silent surroundings of a chilled masterpiece called "Never Fade Away" to the likes of speaker blasting, techy "Broken". Where different styles fade into unity and notes uncover hidden meanings, the album also supplies in the necessary danceable beats and contagious vocals. For this album, John collaborated with some of the best vocalist and producers around. Josie, Sarah Howells, Lo-Fi Sugar, Jaren and Audrey Gallagher have left their personal mark on several top notch tracks. But producers Aly & Fila, Tom Colontonio and Guiseppe Ottaviani are also part of this musical trip, as John collaborated with them on "Megalithic", "Through The Light’" and "Liquid Fire".About Universal Records
- Universal Records
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- Universal Records is the NUMBER ONE independent record label in the Philippines. Bringing you quality music for the past 30 years, we are home to artists like: Jose Mari Chan, Gary Valenciano, Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez, Lani Misalucha, Jed Madela, Christian Bautista, Jay R, Billy Crawford, Kris Aquino, Edu Manzano, Marian Rivera, Mark Herras, Nina, Ronnie Liang, Gail Blanco, Sam Concepcion. Our band roster includes: Parokya Ni Edgar, Kamikazee, Sponge Cola, Imago, Silent Sanctuary, Kenyo, Paraluman. We are equally committed to bring you exciting international releases covering various genres like pop, jazz, new age, classical, alternative, indie pop, rock, electronica, dance, r&b, and hip-hop. Name it, we definitely have it!
July 24, 2009
WORLD'S HOTTEST NEW DJ - JOHN O'CALLAGHAN
"Never Fade Away" is the 2nd album from the brightest star in trance - Irish DJ John O'Callaghan. Last year he picked up the ‘Best Producer’ and ‘Best DJ’ trophies at the Irish Dance Music Awards; decisively conquered the notoriously-competitive dance-testing ground of Ibiza and became the first Irishman to play Trance Energy. In 2009 he stands at the threshold of dance superstardom. An immaculately produced album, "Never Fade Away" will soon come to rank among the likes of Paul van Dyk's "Out there and Back", Tiësto’s "In My Memory" & Ferry Corsten’s "Right of Way" as one of the greatest trance albums of it's time. A 12-headed manifest of John’s diverse sound, from the silent surroundings of a chilled masterpiece called "Never Fade Away" to the likes of speaker blasting, techy "Broken". Where different styles fade into unity and notes uncover hidden meanings, the album also supplies in the necessary danceable beats and contagious vocals. For this album, John collaborated with some of the best vocalist and producers around. Josie, Sarah Howells, Lo-Fi Sugar, Jaren and Audrey Gallagher have left their personal mark on several top notch tracks. But producers Aly & Fila, Tom Colontonio and Guiseppe Ottaviani are also part of this musical trip, as John collaborated with them on "Megalithic", "Through The Light’" and "Liquid Fire".
SUPERSTAR DJ ARMIN VAN BUUREN RETURNS WITH "A STATE OF TRANCE 2009"
Dutch DJ Armin van Buuren is one of the most popular DJ’s around, Voted #1 DJ in the world twice by DJ Magazine, 30 million listeners to his radio show and worldwide gigs. His three albums -"76", "Shivers" and "Imagine" are award-winning, his Armada Music label is a big success and the amount of fans is still growing fast.Armin van Buuren could have taken things a little easier in 2009. But once he's on the go, there's no stopping him. His highly anticipated "A State of Trance 2009" album has reached the #1 position in the iTunes Dance Charts of several countries, among which Canada and The Netherlands, within less than 24 hours. The album scores highly on the #1 download portal in the world in countries such as the U.S.A. and the United Kingdom as well. The sixth edition in Armin van Buuren's awarded "A State of Trance" compilation series is Armin's special selection of exclusive, unreleased tracks, new remixes or mash-ups, all qualified with the signature A State Of Trance sound. The "A State of Trance" series is known to be one of the guides in today's trance scene. The previews of the album on Armin's YouTube channel received more than 100.000 views within 3 days.
"A State of Trance 2009" also means the return of Armin's Gaia moniker. With a brand new track, "Tuvan", Armin finally produced a follow-up to the legendary "4 Elements". Besides Armin's own input, you'll also find new tracks by Andy Moor, Sunlounger, The Blizzard, John O'Callaghan, tyDi, Aly & Fila, Signum, Robert Nickson and many more. Divided onto two discs, a total of 29 tracks will provide you all the right sounds to get into that state of trance. The first CD covers the 'On The Beach' theme, with a spellbinding intro and purely melodic oriented sounds, while the second CD, 'In The Club', breaths one of Armin's club sessions, with a distinctive peak-time sound.
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PEP.ph REPORTS ON "THE DINGDONG DANTES EXPERIENCE" ALBUM LAUNCH
PEP.ph: The Number One Site for Philippine Showbiz | News | Dingdong Dantes says it's impossible for his family to say anything against Marian Rivera
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The Dingdong Dantes Experience album is now officially out, which means matatawag nang isang multi-media actor si Dingdong Dantes. Bukod sa pagiging aktor, TV host, dancer, at director, ngayon ay pinasok na rin ni Dingdong ang music recording.
Kagabi, July 20, sa Circa resto-bar sa Eastwood Mall, Libis, Quezon City, ay ni-launch ng Universal Records ang album ni Dingdong na naglalaman ng apat na music videos featuring the actor himself. Ang mga kantang nakapaloob sa album, na inawit ng iba't ibang singers, ay "Tender Love," "I Know You Want Me," "Shining Star," at "Cu Cu.
Visit this link to read the full article: http://www.pep.ph/news/22527/Dingdong-Dantes-says-it's-impossible-for-his-family-to-say-anything-against-Marian-Rivera
July 21, 2009
ANOTHER DINGDONG DANTES ARTICLE ON PEP.ph
PEP.ph: The Number One Site for Philippine Showbiz | Music | Dingdong Dantes was inspired to do an album
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Busy ngayon si Dingdong Dantes sa pagpo-promote ng kanyang kauna-unahang album, ang The Dingdong Dantes Experience kunsaan, apat na music videos ang mapapanood na ginawa ni Dingdong dito. Bukod dito, may kasama pa itong mini-scrapbook of pictures niya na maaaring makuha sa special edition copy ng album.
Noong Linggo, July 19, officially ni-release ang naturang album under Universal Records at bukod sa SOP, personal din ngang nag-promote si Dingdong sa Showbiz Central.
Ayon kay Dingdong, "Ako, I'm very happy that the Universal came up with the idea and in fact, they presented to me an opportunity na lalong mag-enjoy ang mga fans. And through this album, ito ay compilation ng paggawa ko ng four music video. So, itong experience na ginawa ko sa pagsu-shoot ng music videos na ito, na never kong inisip na magiging part ako ng music.
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http://www.pep.ph/guide/4313/Dingdong-Dantes-was-inspired-to-do-an-album-because-of-Marian-Rivera
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Busy ngayon si Dingdong Dantes sa pagpo-promote ng kanyang kauna-unahang album, ang The Dingdong Dantes Experience kunsaan, apat na music videos ang mapapanood na ginawa ni Dingdong dito. Bukod dito, may kasama pa itong mini-scrapbook of pictures niya na maaaring makuha sa special edition copy ng album.
Noong Linggo, July 19, officially ni-release ang naturang album under Universal Records at bukod sa SOP, personal din ngang nag-promote si Dingdong sa Showbiz Central.
Ayon kay Dingdong, "Ako, I'm very happy that the Universal came up with the idea and in fact, they presented to me an opportunity na lalong mag-enjoy ang mga fans. And through this album, ito ay compilation ng paggawa ko ng four music video. So, itong experience na ginawa ko sa pagsu-shoot ng music videos na ito, na never kong inisip na magiging part ako ng music.
Click here for the full story:
http://www.pep.ph/guide/4313/Dingdong-Dantes-was-inspired-to-do-an-album-because-of-Marian-Rivera
PEP.ph REPORTS ON THE DINGDONG DANTES EXPERIENCE
PEP.ph: The Number One Site for Philippine Showbiz | Music | The Dingdong Dantes Experience
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Get the chance to take home The Dingdong Dantes Experience!
This unique album is an audiovisual project conceived by Universal Records for the Ultimate Pinoy Hunk Dingdong Dantes. It's not just the first project Dingdong Dantes has with a record label, but also the first time that any local celebrity will release such an exciting concept.
The 'VISUAL' side includes a mini coffee table book/scrapbook containing exclusive images of the GMA-7 star and a DVD featuring 4 music videos shot by topnotch music video & commercial directors exclusively for this project.
Directors like Louie Ignacio ("Cucu Oh Yeah" music video), Rico Gutierrez & Shoti Benares ("I Know You Want Me" by Calle Ocho music video), Adrian Calumpang ("Shining Star" music video) and Treb Monteros ("Tender Love" music video), worked closely with Dingdong Dantes in conceptualizing the look and feel of each music video. These videos are, after all, Dingdong's babies. The beautifully photographed mini coffee table book/scrapbook showcases the serious, the playful and the sexy sides of Dingdong. These exclusive photos are only available in this book and have never been published elsewhere. Also included are some behind-the-scenes pictures taken during his music video shoots.
Click here for the full story:
http://www.pep.ph/guide/4300/The-Dingdong-Dantes-Experience-to-be-launched-on-SOP,-July-19
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Get the chance to take home The Dingdong Dantes Experience!
This unique album is an audiovisual project conceived by Universal Records for the Ultimate Pinoy Hunk Dingdong Dantes. It's not just the first project Dingdong Dantes has with a record label, but also the first time that any local celebrity will release such an exciting concept.
The 'VISUAL' side includes a mini coffee table book/scrapbook containing exclusive images of the GMA-7 star and a DVD featuring 4 music videos shot by topnotch music video & commercial directors exclusively for this project.
Directors like Louie Ignacio ("Cucu Oh Yeah" music video), Rico Gutierrez & Shoti Benares ("I Know You Want Me" by Calle Ocho music video), Adrian Calumpang ("Shining Star" music video) and Treb Monteros ("Tender Love" music video), worked closely with Dingdong Dantes in conceptualizing the look and feel of each music video. These videos are, after all, Dingdong's babies. The beautifully photographed mini coffee table book/scrapbook showcases the serious, the playful and the sexy sides of Dingdong. These exclusive photos are only available in this book and have never been published elsewhere. Also included are some behind-the-scenes pictures taken during his music video shoots.
Click here for the full story:
http://www.pep.ph/guide/4300/The-Dingdong-Dantes-Experience-to-be-launched-on-SOP,-July-19
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LADY SOVEREIGN "JIGSAW" ALBUM REVIEW ON MANILA BULLETIN ONLINE
“JIGSAW” LADY SOVEREIGN
Midget/Universal
By CRIS O. RAMOS, JR.
July 2, 2009, 9:01pm
Q: How does one go from being the bratty, more marketable female equivalent of Eminem, to becoming Def Jam and Jay-Z’s new persona-non-grata?
A: By dissing New York onstage at a gig in the city itself.
Lady Sovereign could have made the big-time by transcending her musical sub-genre in her breakthrough hit, “Love Me or Hate Me.”
But as she herself said in that song, the self-proclaimed biggest midget in the game doesn’t really give a toot to her critics (just ask Lily Allen).
In “Jigsaw, Lady Sovereign proves she is her own lady through music that is still deliberately lo-fi and grimy.
Robert Smith of The Cure reportedly hates her utilization of that synth line in “Close to Me” for her recent single “So Human”.. It’s perfectly unpleasant the way an awful, shoddy keyboard sound vandalizes the original, as she intones insipidly over the top, “Doesn’t it feel much bettah/When you’ve had a bettah day than yesterday?”
And isn’t that what rock music’s all about: annoying the living hell out of ye old folks?
“Let’s Be Mates” is as droopy. With its no-fuss electronic accompaniments yet tremendous chorus, it appears to gesticulate off its greatness.
“Bang-Bang” has Lady Sovereign channeling that other ‘lady’ (Lady Gaga); save in the part where instead of acting whorish, in an attempt to “reclaim her femininity,” she simply stares down the ogling losers.
“Won’t catch me in a dress, hands off of my b***ts… now who are you to try and rule my world now?” goes the brashness.
“Pennies” is Lady Sovereign’s requisite Lily Allen diss while “Food Play” is messy, a hysterically snobbish lampoon of Barry White bembang records.
Whatever she does, Lady Sovereign desires to suck us into her world by exalting in her underclass, underdog status. Talk about cheek.
Here's the link:
http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/208998/kasabian-is-quiet-new-loud
Midget/Universal
By CRIS O. RAMOS, JR.
July 2, 2009, 9:01pm
Q: How does one go from being the bratty, more marketable female equivalent of Eminem, to becoming Def Jam and Jay-Z’s new persona-non-grata?
A: By dissing New York onstage at a gig in the city itself.
Lady Sovereign could have made the big-time by transcending her musical sub-genre in her breakthrough hit, “Love Me or Hate Me.”
But as she herself said in that song, the self-proclaimed biggest midget in the game doesn’t really give a toot to her critics (just ask Lily Allen).
In “Jigsaw, Lady Sovereign proves she is her own lady through music that is still deliberately lo-fi and grimy.
Robert Smith of The Cure reportedly hates her utilization of that synth line in “Close to Me” for her recent single “So Human”.. It’s perfectly unpleasant the way an awful, shoddy keyboard sound vandalizes the original, as she intones insipidly over the top, “Doesn’t it feel much bettah/When you’ve had a bettah day than yesterday?”
And isn’t that what rock music’s all about: annoying the living hell out of ye old folks?
“Let’s Be Mates” is as droopy. With its no-fuss electronic accompaniments yet tremendous chorus, it appears to gesticulate off its greatness.
“Bang-Bang” has Lady Sovereign channeling that other ‘lady’ (Lady Gaga); save in the part where instead of acting whorish, in an attempt to “reclaim her femininity,” she simply stares down the ogling losers.
“Won’t catch me in a dress, hands off of my b***ts… now who are you to try and rule my world now?” goes the brashness.
“Pennies” is Lady Sovereign’s requisite Lily Allen diss while “Food Play” is messy, a hysterically snobbish lampoon of Barry White bembang records.
Whatever she does, Lady Sovereign desires to suck us into her world by exalting in her underclass, underdog status. Talk about cheek.
Here's the link:
http://www.mb.com.ph/artic
July 17, 2009
KAMIKAZEE ALBUM REVIEW ON MANILA BULLETIN ONLINE
Kamikazee, Hilera bring on the noiseBy CRIS O. RAMOS, JR.
July 16, 2009, 9:54am
“Long Time Noisy”, Kamikazee, Universal Records
Compared to its predecessor, “Maharot,” the diversions in “Noisy” are not out of place at all.
One of these is promotional single, “Wala,” a cynical social commentary song that is uncharacteristic of the band. Though it has a long way to go from Dong Abaya or Joey Ayala in terms of lyrics, the music is effective with its catchy hook that engages listeners to answer back despite themselves.
The highlight in this song is the political candidate speech satire (“ano kayo hilo? ako muna bago kayo”). The album-only outro shows the band’s fun attempt at vocal harmonizing.
As a tribute to the late Francis Magalona, Kamikazee covers the Master Rapper’s “Meron Akong Ano” (which was used as jingle of a beverage product advertisement in the 80s). “Lalandiin” is a funky, disco-flavored spoken word song that puts a hilarious D.O.M. twist to “Macho Guwapito” and “Mr. Suave” (“Iaahon kita sa putikan”, “gusto mo ba ng load...eh sari sari store?”).
“Ikaw” and “Hanggang Tingin” will suit the fans of “Narda.” “Eschoos Me” will rouse the rakistas. The songs “4:20”, “Unang Tikim” and “Hot Mami” bring on the double entendres.
To read the full article, click on this link:
http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/211155/kamikazee-hilera-bring-noise
July 16, 2009, 9:54am
“Long Time Noisy”, Kamikazee, Universal Records
Compared to its predecessor, “Maharot,” the diversions in “Noisy” are not out of place at all.
One of these is promotional single, “Wala,” a cynical social commentary song that is uncharacteristic of the band. Though it has a long way to go from Dong Abaya or Joey Ayala in terms of lyrics, the music is effective with its catchy hook that engages listeners to answer back despite themselves.
The highlight in this song is the political candidate speech satire (“ano kayo hilo? ako muna bago kayo”). The album-only outro shows the band’s fun attempt at vocal harmonizing.
As a tribute to the late Francis Magalona, Kamikazee covers the Master Rapper’s “Meron Akong Ano” (which was used as jingle of a beverage product advertisement in the 80s). “Lalandiin” is a funky, disco-flavored spoken word song that puts a hilarious D.O.M. twist to “Macho Guwapito” and “Mr. Suave” (“Iaahon kita sa putikan”, “gusto mo ba ng load...eh sari sari store?”).
“Ikaw” and “Hanggang Tingin” will suit the fans of “Narda.” “Eschoos Me” will rouse the rakistas. The songs “4:20”, “Unang Tikim” and “Hot Mami” bring on the double entendres.
To read the full article, click on this link:
http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/211155/kamikazee-hilera-bring-noise
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