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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!

April 6, 2011

Allkpop | Orange Caramel’s outfits in “Bangkok City” MV criticized



After School’s subunit, Orange Caramel, finally transformed from their cute image, but it was not without some controversy.

On March 31st, the music video for the first part of Orange Caramel’s ‘One of Asia‘ project, ‘Bangkok City‘, was revealed.

The three members wore revealing outfits and showed off their powerful choreography in the music video. Nana wore a corset-styled top and tights, while Lizzy wore a see-through look, reminiscent of Lady Gaga.

The outfits were not outwardly revealing, but the members’ body lines were exposed when they performed the powerful choreography. Some viewers criticized the ‘too-tight outfits’ for giving off a sexual feeling.

To this criticism, Pledis Entertainment responded, “We tried to capture Orange Caramel’s many charms by setting the music video in a funky club and Bangkok City. We hope you see their outfits as part of fashion.”

Source: Star News via Nate
Posted by ramham424 @ Allkpop

Music video:: Orange Caramel "Bangkok City"


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The Carnival opens on May 7, 2011

Tintin
Saturday, 07 May 2011 10:00





Cassiopeia Philippines (CASS PH), named after the official fan club of TVXQ in South Korea, 
is a non-stock, non-profit organization dedicated to promote awareness of Korean and Japanese music 
and culture by uniting all Filipinos who are devoted fans of TVXQ/Tohoshinki/JYJ.

Get a Chance to Win P100,000 Cash (tax free)! Join “Maki-Tambay Sa Sponge Cola” promo!



Download Sponge Cola’s “Tambay”, produce a music video for the song and stand a chance to win P100,000 Cash (tax-free)! Here are the full mechanics:

1. Download the single “Tambay” to your cellphones:
    • Text “Tambay” to 2600 (valid on all networks; P50 per mp3 per download)
    • You will receive the MP3 of the song “Tambay” as well as a unique confirmation code
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2. Produce a full music video for the song “Tambay” and upload it to your YouTube account.

3. After uploading your entry, email the following details to spongecola.tambay@gmail.com:
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5. The music video may include new and/or old videos and/or photos that are owned by entry sender.

6. If materials used are not owned by entry sender, he/she should have explicit permission to use and include them, ensuring that the copyright of any individual, institution, company, etc. will not be
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9. Ten (10) finalists will be chosen from all the submitted entries, and they will automatically receive
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10. Top 10 entries will be chosen by a panel of judges based on the following criteria:
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Pep.ph | Kris Aquino says "never again" to love and marriage; not on speaking terms again with James Yap

by Roldan Castro
Tuesday, April 5, 2011, 05:25 PM



Nilinaw ni Kris Aquino sa PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) na hanggang friendship lang sila ni Diether Ocampo kahit madalas silang makitang magkasama.

Ito ang sinabi niya sa launching ng kanyang fifth full-length studio album titled My Heart's Journey under Universal Records kaninang tanghali, April 5.

"Wala, hindi kami talaga nagdi-date. As in magkaibigan lang talaga kami," giit ni Kris.

Nagkasama sina Kris at Diether sa 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival entry na Dalaw.

"Never Again." Marami naman ang hindi makapaniwala kay Kris sa sinasabi niyang "never again" sa pag-ibig at pag-aasawa dahil sa mga nae-experience niya sa hearing ng annulment ng kasal nila ng kanyang mister na si James Yap.

"Kaya ko nasasabi na never again dahil hawak mo naman, e, kung sasabihin mo sa sarili mo to get another relationship or not, di ba? At this point in my life, sinasabi ko talaga sa sarili ko na hindi talaga ako handa, ayaw ko.

"I don't think na merong tao na darating sa buhay ko now na mapapabago ang pag-iisip ko. Yun lang talaga at wala akong bine-blame na anybody except myself," pahayag pa niya.

Hindi ba parang pinapahirapan naman niya ang sarili niya?

"Hindi, happy naman ako," pakli ni Kris. "Hindi naman complicated ang buhay. Relax. So, okay na yun, kasi parang ayaw ko nang guluhin pa. Maayos na.

"Hindi naman pain. Walang regrets kasi nabigyan naman ako ng James Aquino Yap—that's Bimby. Walang ganoon, pero ayaw ko na talaga."

Hindi rin daw sila friends ni James ngayon.

"Di ba, nag-hearing ako? 'Wa na naman kami talk ulit!" tawa ni Kris.

"Pero as long na okay sila ni Bimby, labas na ako sa equation na 'yan. At 'wag n'yo na akong tanungin ng tungkol sa kanya, kasi susumbatan na naman niya ako kung bakit nagko-comment ako sa buhay niya, na siya naman ay hindi nagko-comment sa buhay ko."

Not Inviting Ipe. Nilinaw rin ni Kris at sinabing huwag nang intrigahin ang hindi niya pag-imbita kay Phillip Salvador sa graduation ng anak nilang si Joshua. Magmula noong four years old pa raw si Josh ay wala nang communication ang mag-ama.

Malaki raw kasi ang pagkakaiba ni Phillip kay James Yap, na very active kay Bimby.

"Matagal na walang participation si Phillip Salvador sa buhay ni Josh. Family ko lang talaga ang kinilala niyang pamilya. Kaya sobrang ingat ako sa mga pinagsasabi ko kay James dahil ayaw kong mag-away kami. Love siya ni Bimby, wala akong magagawa.

"In all fairness, ilang beses ding sinabi ni Phillip na tumayo akong mag-isa bilang magulang ni Josh in all aspects. Hindi niya sinisikreto sa inyong lahat na financially, emotionally, physically, psychology, ako lang.

"So, siguro naiintindihan naman niya na kung day-to-day wala naman kayong communication, araw yun ng pamilya ko, na araw-araw ay kasama ni Josh," paliwanag ni Kris.

The Price Is Right. Itinanggi naman ni Kris ang balitang nagtampo raw siya sa ABS-CBN na ginawang Sabado na lang ang game show niyang The Price Is Right mula sa araw-araw nitong timeslot.

"No, in fairness sa akin, mature na talaga ako. Hindi, hindi talaga, honest to God. Inintindi ko. I respect ABS-CBN management. Ipinakita rin sa akin thru research why," sabi niya.

Source:
http://www.pep.ph/news/28955/Kris-Aquino-says--never-again--to-love-and-marriage;-not-on-speaking-terms-again-with-James-Yap

Yahoo PH | Jed sings TFC's new station ID

ABS-CBN - Friday, April 1


International artist Jed Madela gave back to his home country as he wholeheartedly sang the new station ID of The Filipino Channel (TFC).

"I'm just so honored and happy to be chosen to be the voice of the new theme song of TFC," Madela told abs-cbnNEWS.com at a press conference on Friday.

The singer was chosen to sing TFC’s newest theme song “Tayo ang TFC (The Filipino Community)" which is dedicated to millions of Filipinos around the world.

The new station ID and theme song for TFC's17th anniversary features not only the success of the channel but also the enhanced lives of overseas Filipinos and their families.

"Sobra akong happy na iba naman 'yung concentration ng campaign na ito. It's not about the celebrities. It's not about the idols na nakikita natin sa TV, but it's more of the real people, the subscribers of TFC. The main reason why TFC exists is because of them," he said.

"Dati we look at TFC as a TV channel lang na pinapanood ng OFWs para makita nila ang mga nangyayari sa Pilipinas. This (station ID) gives deeper meaning to TFC. It's more of a community. It's more of an avenue sa mga OFW na maka-connect sa pamilya nila sa Pilipinas. At the same time pinapakita nito kung ano ang nangyayari sa kanila doon," Madela added.

Madela who refused a lot of offers to work abroad because he wants to perform and be of help to his fellow Filipinos in the country, said he sang the theme song to serve as an inspiration to others.

"Ever since I started, it was not all about me. It's me singing to people. 'Yun ang pinaka-passion ko, singing for other people and reaching out. Kaya nga 'di ako nag-pursue ng international career at lumipat sa abroad. I came back because I want to be an instrument to push Filipino talent para ipakita sa Pinoy na talented ang Pinoy," Madela said.

TFC's unveiling of “Tayo ang TFC” will happen on Sunday (April 3) on "ASAP Rocks" on ABS-CBN and TFC in other countries.

Source:


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By Chuck Smith
Coke Music Studio - Mon, Apr 4, 2011 3:44 PM PHT
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Pep.ph | Jed Madela prefers singing to Pinoy audiences despite offers abroad
by Nerisa Almo
Sunday, April 3, 2011, 09:59 AM
(http://www.pep.ph/news/28925/--Jed-Madela-prefers-singing-to-Pinoy-audiences-despite-offers-abroad)


Phil. Star | 'The Voice' of TFC
April 03, 2011
(http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?publicationSubCategoryId=70&articleId=672502)


Candymag.com | Sam Concepcion says Good Vibes is different from Glee

April 2, 2011 02:00 pm
(via Pep.ph, including photo)


The teen star says their teen dance drama is totally different from the musical series.


With the similarities of some of the characters, people might say that the new teen dance drama is a rip-off of the hit series, Glee. Sam Concepcion talks in behalf of the cast and says that Good Vibes is a teen-oriented show where they focus on issues about the youth of today with a common ground of dancing. He adds, "Malayo siya sa format ng Glee but we are offering something new. Dancing is a great way to connect sa mga kabataan kasi we all love to dance, we all love music. Ibang formula nito and that's what makes it exciting."

Good Vibes will begin airing tomorrow, April 3, after ASAP Rocks on ABS-CBN.

Source:
http://www.candymag.com/candy-buzz/sam-concepcion-says-good-vibes-is-different-from-glee


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Other related articles:

Pep.ph | Sam Concepcion differentiates Good Vibes from American TV series, Glee
by Jocelyn Dimaculangan
Thursday, March 31, 2011, 05:20 PM
(http://www.pep.ph/guide/tv/7907/sam-concepcion-differentiates-good-vibes-from-american-tv-series-glee)


Abs Cbn news | Sam thrilled over 'Good Vibes'
by Reyma Buan-Deveza
Posted at 04/02/2011 12:11 PM
(http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/02/11/sam-thrilled-over-good-vibes)


Phil. Star | Sam Concepcion-Enrique Gil battle heats up in 'Good Vibes'
by Aaron Erick Lozada
April 01, 2011 12:00 AM
(http://www.philstar.com/unblogged/blog-entry.aspx?articleId=671649&publicationSubCategoryId=516)


Stir.ph | Nina strikes a pose in Pattaya!

by Gian Carlo Vizcarra | STIR Contributor
31 Mar 2011 | 09:09 AM




See the photos and read the write-up here:
http://www.stir.ph/LM/articles~level2/id-1301533708807_2/ai-null/Nina_strikes_a_pose_in_Pattaya.html

April 1, 2011

Kiss Me's, are you ready for Tomorrow's U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch?




U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch happens tomorrow - April 2 (Saturday)!

Inclusive stores:
- Astroplus The Block
- Odyssey Mall of Asia
- Odyssey Megamall

U-Kiss "Without You" Live @ 1st Kiss Tour in Manila




One of the hottest K-Pop boy groups U-Kiss performed their hit "Without You" during their First Kiss Tour in Manila held at the Big Dome last June 14, 2010.

THE FULL DETAILS:: U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour in Manila" DVD Launch Tomorrow!


Universal Records and UKissMePH,
in cooperation with MYX, Astroplus and Odyssey, invite you to:

Kiss Me Forever: U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch
- TOMORROW!  April 2 (Saturday)


This exciting and fun-filled event will be held in three (3) venues:
- Astroplus The Block
- Odyssey Mall Of Asia
- Odyssey Megamall

Here are the store schedules and telephone numbers:
-Astroplus The Block SM North Edsa: 10 AM to 9 PM (Tel # 442-0372)
-Odyssey Mall of Asia: 10 AM to 10: PM (Tel # 556-0138)
-Odyssey Megamall: 10 AM to 10 PM (Tel # 687-3620)

Sorry, but there will be NO reservations.

The Three (3) Main Activities during Kiss Me Forever: U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch tomorrow April 2 (5aturday) are:

ACTIVITY #1: Only on that day, the FIRST 400 BUYERS of U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD in each store will get these FREEBIES:
- U-Kiss Big Poster (size: 24" X 36")
- U-Kiss 42 Page Full Color Photobook

Poster image:  http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=643678&id=214540185413
Photobook image: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?fbid=10150458972045414&id=214540185413&aid=651125

U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD price: P500

ACTIVITY #2: The main event is the "Kiss Me's Video Message to U-Kiss and Kibum & Xander" and be of the TEN (10) lucky winners of U-Kiss Standees!

Here's how:
1. "Kiss Me's Video Message to U-Kiss and Kibum & Xander " is open to everyone who bought the U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD during Kiss Me Forever: U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch on April 2 (Saturday) at Astroplus The Block, Odyssey Mall of Asia and Odyssey Megamall.

2. Each of three (3) participating record store will have big U-KISS backdrop. Once you have paid your DVDs and claimed you freebies, proceed to the UKissMePH booth, present your receipt, fall in line and wait for your turn. Be Creative and get ready to give your video message for U-Kiss and Kibum and Xander.

3. There will be an Official Videographer in the event, which means UKissMePH core members will be filming your video message. Each person will be given a Maximum of One Minute to give their video message. Come prepared with your message. Memorize your message or have a script ready with you. Wear a costume, put on make up or do your best to look videogenic!

4. Once you're done with your video message, get your official U-Kiss stamp on the receipt and your arm (optional). Exit the video shoot area to give way to other KissMe's who are ready to give their video message.

5. UKissMePH will upload the twenty (20) finalists on UKissMePH Official Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/kissmepinay. Criteria for judging : 50% Number of Likes, 25% Creativity 25% Uniqueness.

6. Universal Records & UKissMePH will choose the twenty (20) finalists of the "Kiss Me's Video Message to U-Kiss and Kibum & Xander”. Universal Records & UKissMePH 's decisions will be FINAL. The first ten (10) entries with the most "LIKES" will get U-Kiss Standees and the other ten (10) entries will get consolation prizes of one (1) U-Kiss DVD & CD each. Wait for further announcements regarding announcement of winners and claiming of prizes.

7. Look your best because we will collect ALL Video Messages filmed during the launch and send it to U-Kiss members. Video messages for Kibum & Xander will be sent to the two boys!

ACTIVITY #3: Register and become members of UKissMePH, the biggest and first U-Kiss Fan Club in the Philippines! Fans can get UKissMePH membership forms from authorized representatives of UKissMePH. The membership form is FREE. There will be a designated area to fill up the membership form. Registration is only from 10am to 6pm.

Don't miss the awesome performance from UKISSMEGIRLS at Astroplus The Block (1st Stopover), Odyssey Megamall (2nd Stopover) and Odyssey Mall Of Asia (Final Stopover). UKISSMEGIRLS opened for U-Kiss "1st Tour In Manila" concert. Check out their Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/pages/UKISSMEGIRLSPH/117487304960943

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U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour in Manila" DVD


Are you reminiscing about U-Kiss’ first ever concert here in the Philippines? Well, don’t fret because Universal Records is here to satisfy your longings.

U-Kiss, which stands for Ubiquitous Korean International Super Star, is an idol group handled by NH Media consisting of 7 male members. The group members are Kevin, Eli, Kiseop, Soohyun, Dongho, Alexander and Kibum. However, under certain circumstances, the latter two have been recently replaced by two new members, namely AJ and Hoon.

The group has garnered much attention ever since their debut in Japan and Korea in the year 2008 with their title song “Not Young”, taken from their first mini-album “N-Generation”. This explosive debut made them win the Rookie Award in the 5th Asia Song Festival. This success followed with an extremely long list of activities and schedules.

In the year 2009, they have released two new mini-albums entitled “Bring It Back 2 Old School” and “ContiUkiss”. Aside from their hectic album promotions, they have also received a lot of offers from different TV programs wherein they happily took part in. The variety shows where they appeared on include ‘Ulzzang Generation 2’, ‘The Invincible Baseball Team’, ‘Idol Maknae Rebellion’ and a lot more others. Aside from that, the individual talents of the U-Kiss members were also being recognized. Alexander and Kevin co-hosted alongside DJ Isak in Arirang’s ‘Pops In Seoul’, wherein Eli also joined in later. They were chosen because of their bubbly personalities and ability to speak in fluent English. Kibum and Eli were also chosen to star in a Thai drama entitled ‘Autumn’s Destiny’.

After releasing their first full length album in 2010, the group has been receiving love calls overseas. This led to a fan meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, a concert in Singapore, another concert in Mongolia, special activities in Japan and various events in the Philippines.

U-Kiss was brought to the Philippines by Premiere Entertainment Philippines Inc. for a three-day (March 26 to 28, 2010) mall tour promoting their new album. The love received from the fans during the series of mall shows was extremely unexpected and since the duration of the tour was short, the KissMes were left wanting for more. This resulted in U-Kiss’s comeback to the Philippines with their very first solo concert entitled 'First Kiss Tour In Manila' on June 14, 2010 at Araneta Coliseum.

With a total of 24 stage numbers, U-Kiss was able to rock the Big Dome last June 14, 2010. There were a lot of highlights in the show to the point where not one who went to the concert was left disappointed.

Charismatic stages of their hit songs, such as “Man Man Ha Ni”, “Bingeul Bingeul”, “Without You”, “Talk To Me”, “Not Young” and more were performed. Not only those but there were some cute stages, such as their “Stupid Cupid” act wherein they wore animal mascots while roaming around the stage, and there were some heartwarming stages, such as the group’s rendition of the famous song “End Of The Road” popularized by Boyz II Men.

Each member was also able to showcase their respective individual talents. Dongho impressed the audience with his English rap part in Ne-Yo’s “Because of You”. Kevin made the audience jealous with his Chris Brown’s “Say Goodbye” performance along with a sexy back-up dancer. Eli accompanied Alexander in singing a famous Black Eyed Peas Filipino song “Bebot”. Kibum and Kiseop got the fans at the edge of their seats in the Justin Timberlake’s “Sexy Back” performance wherein they took off their clothes. Soohyun also did a solo dance break at the concert.

The talk part in the concert contained a lot of interaction between the group and the audience. And of course, a concert wouldn’t be complete without Korean idols’ trademark, the parodies. They parodied SNSD’s “Gee”, Wonder Girls’ “Nobody”, Brown Eyed Girls’ “Abracadabra”, Lee Hyori’s “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” and SNSD’s “Oh!”.

With all that you’ve read, the concert seemed too good to miss and for those who enjoyed the concert, it’s a given that they’re dying to bring back time just to see U-Kiss again.

We’ve got good news for you. Universal Records would be launching U-Kiss’s "First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD on April 2, 2011 (Saturday) in three (3) participating record stores - Odyssey Megamall, Odyssey Mall of Asia and Astroplus The Block. There will be contests, exclusive freebies and performances. The DVD is priced at P500.

See you there!

U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD tracklist:
1. Man Man Ha Ni
2. Talk To Me
3. I Like You
4. Not Young
5. Bingeul Bingeul
6. Finally
7. Say Goodbye
8. Because Of You
9. Because Of You
10. Stupid Cupid
11. Sexy Back
12. Dance Break
13. Pump It
14. Bebot
15. Abracadabra
16. Nobody
17. Gee
18. Give It To Me
19. What? (Mworago)
20. End Of The Road
21. As Long As You Love Me
22. Without You
23. O.K
24. Man Man Ha Ni + Bingeul Bingeul Medley

U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour in Manila" DVD Launch details:
http://universalrecph.blogspot.com/2011/04/full-details-u-kiss-first-kiss-tour-in.html


Kiss Me's to support U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch TOMORROW April 2 (Saturday)


Universal Records and UKissMePH,
in cooperation with MYX, Astroplus and Odyssey, invite you to:

Kiss Me Forever: Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch
TOMORROW April 2 (Saturday)

at Astroplus The BlockOdyssey Mall of Asia and Odyssey Megamall.



Pinoy KissMe's who supported U-Kiss from day one will show how much they love their idols during the DVD launch.

Here are the basic info about the event:

1. How much is U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD?
- P500 each

2. When is the U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch?
- April 2, 2011 (Saturday)

3. Where is the U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch going to take place?
- Astroplus The Block, Odyssey Mall Of Asia and Odyssey Megamall http://universalrecph.blogspot.com/2011/03/3-stores-for-kiss-me-forever-u-kiss.html

4. What are the Freebies?
- First 400 buyers in each store get U-KISS BIG POSTER (size 24" X 36") (click here to see: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=643678&id=214540185413)
and U-KISS 42-PAGE FULL COLOR PHOTOBOOK (click here to see: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?fbid=10150458972045414&id=214540185413&aid=651125)

5. How big is the Free Big U-Kiss Posters?
- 24" x 36" (click here to see: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=643678&id=214540185413)

6. Is it true that the U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD is not available anywhere but only in the Philippines?
- YES

7. I cannot attend the U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch on April 2 because I live outside Metro Manila/outside Philippines. How can I order with these Freebies?
- Email UKissMePH at: kissmepinay[at]gmail.com

8. Is it true that the U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD is the first and only U-Kiss concert DVD featuring the original members?
- YES

9. Is it true you can win U-Kiss Standee?
- YES. By joining “Kiss Me's Video Message To U-Kiss And Kibum & Xander"(click here to read the mechanics: http://universalrecph.blogspot.com/2011/03/u-kiss-first-kiss-tour-in-manila-dvd_29.html)

10. Can we take a look inside U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD?
- Sure you can, click here for a sneak peek: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?fbid=10150458972045414&id=214540185413&aid=651125

11. Will there be cover groups performing during the event?
- YES. ‘UKissMeGirls’ will be performing in the three (3) participating stores (join their fanpage, visit: http://www.facebook.com/pages/UKISSMEGIRLSPH/117487304960943)

Want more details? Read: 
http://universalrecph.blogspot.com/2011/04/full-details-u-kiss-first-kiss-tour-in.html