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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!

September 18, 2009

Martin Nievera & Gary Valenciano music video "As 1"



OPM giants Martin Nievera and Gary Valenciano together performing the carrier single from their album "As 1".

Martin and Gary's "As 1" concert happens Sept. 19 (Saturday) at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds.



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MARTIN NIEVERA AND GARY VALENCIANO'S "AS 1" ALBUM IS NOW CERTIFIED GOLD!


OPM giants Martin Nievera and Gary Valenciano's album "As 1" has been certified GOLD after two weeks of release in the market! Martin and Gary received their Gold Record award from Universal Records Executive Vice-President Mr. Ramon Chuaying last Sunday (Sept. 13th) on ASAP 09. This rare recording features the two iconic artists singing each other’s hit songs as well as the carrier single “As 1”, an original song written by Gina Tabuena-Godinez and Albert Chang Co and arranged by Gary Valenciano. “As 1” is a duet featuring Martin and Gary and it is the official theme song of the concert.


Witness history unfold as two of the biggest icons in Philippine entertainment come together at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds in a phenomenal musical event that took almost a quarter of a century to happen. And now after so many years of speculation, the stage is finally set for the much-awaited “showdown” of two show business titans, Martin Nievera and Gary Valenciano, coming together in “AS 1” on Sept. 19 (Saturday 8:00 p.m.) at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds.

Photo (From left to right) : Martin Nievera, Ramon Chuaying (Universal Records Executive Vice-President Mr. Ramon Chuaying), Gary Valenciano and Elena Dimanahan (Universal Records Radio & TV Promotions Manager).

AS 1 (THE ALBUM) tracklisting:

1. Together As One - Martin Nievera & Gary Valenciano
2. Sana Maulit Muli - Martin Nievera
3. Be My Lady - Gary Valenciano
4. Reaching Out - Martin Nievera
5. How Can I - Gary Valenciano
6. Hang On - Martin Nievera
7. You Are My Song - Gary Valenciano
8. Take Me Out Of The Dark - Martin Nievera
9. Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin - Gary Valenciano
10. Kahit Isang Saglit - Martin Nievera
11. Tayong Dalawa (Theme from teleserye "Tayong Dalawa") - Gary Valenciano
12. Ikaw Ang Pangarap (Theme from teleserye "Lobo") - Martin Nievera
13. Natutulog Ba Ang Diyos - Gary Valenciano
14. As 1 - Martin Nievera & Gary Valenciano



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On the Set of Girls’ Generation’s New Commercial


Girls' Generation has filmed yet ANOTHER commercial, which will be added to their list of countless endorsements. This one is for a bank and they've posed in sexy tuxedos for Shinhan Card - the variety of products they advertise is pretty phenomenal, from banana milk to credit cards.

Whenever they wear short shorts, it is impossible to not be impressed by their flawless legs which are not only never-ending in length but oh so skinny!

Click this link to see more photos from the shoot:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=315704&id=214540185413


Source : Allkpop

PEP.ph | Christian Bautista excited for Romance Revisited: The Love Songs of Jose Mari Chan

First week of August nang formal na i-announce ng Universal Records na isa na sa pinakabagong contract artist nila si Christian Bautista. At ngayong mid-September, posible nang mapakinggan ang kauna-unahang album ni Christian under Universal at ito ay ang revival ng halos lahat ng mga hit songs ni Jose Mari Chan.

The title of the album is Romance Revisited: The Love Songs of Jose Mari Chan.

Ang first single ni Christian ay ang "Tell Me Your Name" at kunsaan, nai-tape na rin nila ang music video ng kanta with Paula Taylor as his leading lady.

The idea of Christian reviving the well-loved musics of Jose Mari came up when they learned about the Asian Pop Idol's portfolio or achievements as one of the well-loved singer rin, especially in other Asian countries like Indonesia.

Para raw silang nag-flashback, with Christian being the Pop Idol and also popular in Indonesia, samantalang nung late '80s naman, ang album ni Jose Mari ang isa rin sa pinakamabentang album noon sa naturang bansa.

In fact, Jose Mari is one of the very few Filipinos who have reached the double diamond award na katumbas nito ay 20x platinum...

Read the full article here:
http://www.pep.ph/guide/4620/Christian-Bautista-excited-for-Romance-Revisited:-The-Love-Story-of-Jose-Mari-Chan

Tugtog.com | Christian Bautista to launch Universal Records career with Jose Mari Chan revival album

Already in the record label’s pipeline is a project fit for the young crooner known to many as Asia’s Pop Idol – an album that will revive songs from one of the most prolific singer-songwriters the country has ever known – Mr. Jose Mari Chan. Aside from bringing his interpretation into songs which have been embraced by most Filipinos as classics, the project will also contain duets with Ms. Lani Misalucha, Sarah Geronimo, Regine Velasquez, and the man himself – Mr. Jose Mari Chan.


One of the songs that Christian will be reviving is “Tell Me Your Name”, the song in itself a well-known Jose Mari Chan classic. He is currently shooting the music video for the said song, and actually having a good time working with Thai-born VJ Paula Taylor. The charming beauty is actually taking the Philippine entertainment industry by storm, starring in a full-length feature with veteran comedian Vic Sotto and doing other endorsements, as well as hosting for a couple of variety shows on the side.


Christian says that it is pretty easy to be in admiration of the VJ (as evidenced by her growing number of fans), and that he really had fun working with her in the music video project.


You can find more photos of Christian Bautista here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/islandman/sets/72157621945452779/

The album is as of present still untitled, but it should be ready to launch very soon. Watch out for this upcoming project from Asia’s Pop Idol himself – Christian Bautista.

Here is the direct link to the write-up:
http://www.tugtog.com/music-news/christian-bautista-universal-records-2009-08-25.php

*Christian Bautista photo by Gerardo Diwa.

Follow Christian Bautista

Just go to:

Official website: http://www.christianbautistaonline.com

Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2265261621

Twitter: http://twitter.com/xtianbautista

Multiply: http://xianbautista.multiply.com



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September 17, 2009

Sam Concepcion in "Pop Class"



Watch the trailer!  In stores very soon!

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September 16, 2009

Guess Which K-Pop Artist's Album We Are Releasing Next!


Watch out for the revelation!

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SUPER JUNIOR "SORRY SORRY" album - NUMBER ONE for SECOND WEEK!!


Korean superstar act Super Junior have scored a second week at the top of Music One album chart with their latest CD "Sorry Sorry", this time outselling the much anticipated Remastered Beatles catalogue! "Sorry Sorry" debuted at #1 a week ago after just three days of sales.

"Sorry Sorry" is also the
NUMBER ONE International Album is all Odyssey Record Stores. This amazing sales achievement is a further proof of the solid support Super Junior get from their Pinoy fans!


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New Limited Edition SUPER JUNIOR POSTER - Get It Now!

Due to numerous requests and in order to encourage those WHO HAVE NOT bought the "Sorry Sorry" CD, the following record stores in Metro Manila and provinces will be giving away this limited edition Super Junior poster for every purchase of "Sorry Sorry" CD starting SEPTEMBER 16 (Wednesday) in METRO MANILA record stores and SEPTEMBER 18 (Friday) in PROVINCIAL stores.

METRO MANILA:
Astroplus SM Mall Of Asia 5560080
Astroplus SM North Edsa 9201531
Astroplus The Block North Edsa 4420372
Astroplus SM Makati 3182382
Astroplus SM Megamall 6331793
Astroplus SM San Lazaro 7862428
Astrovision Virra Mall 7210811
Astrovision Robinsons Place Ermita 5363228
Astrovision Trinoma 9155163
Astrovision Filinvest 8503978
Astrovision Metro East 6813390
Astrovision Shangrila Plaza 6359967
Astrovision Robinsons Gallleria 6363173
O Music Video Rockwell 8981090
O Music Video Greenbelt 8922039
Odyssey SM Mall Of Asia 5560138
Odyssey Robinsons Place Ermita 5367941
Odyssey SM Fairview 9383152
Odyssey Filinvest 8503763
Odyssey Alabang 7725984
Odyssey SM Southmall 8062602
Odyssey Gateway 4210596
Odyssey SM Megamall 6873620
Odyssey SM Sta Mesa 7161551
Odyssey Robinsons Galleria 6314889
Odyssey Sta Lucia East Mall 6824271
The Landmark Trinoma 9229990
The Landmark Makati 8109990

PROVINCES:
Astroplus Sta. Rosa Laguna (049) 5349875
Astrovision Ayala Cebu (032) 2344535
Astroplus SM Marilao (044) 9332038
Astroplus SM Clark (045) 4990005
Odyssey SM Bacoor (046) 4177392
Odyssey Dasmarinas (046) 4323121
Odyssey SM Manduriao (033) 3209755
Odyssey Limketkai Cagayan de Oro (088) 8562092
Odyssey SM Cebu (032) 2320769
Odyssey Gaisano Mall Davao (082) 2217750
Odyssey SM Pampanga (045) 9612468
Odyssey Olongapo (047) 2232248

PLEASE CALL YOUR FAVORITE STORES AND RESERVE YOUR "SORRY SORRY" CD AND POSTER NOW!

HURRY! AVAILABLE ONLY WHILE SUPPLY LASTS!
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Girls' Generation (SNSD) "Tell Me Your Wish (Genie)" [Show Music Core]



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GIRLS' GENERATION (SNSD) "The 2nd Mini Album - Tell Me Your Wish" Album Review

From popular trends of “Gee”, So Nyuh Shi Dae has been successful in creating new styles in clothing and dance. The girls have come back to a bigger statement with the second mini album. This album is different from the rest with their emphasis on the military theme that will become influential to Korea.

With a definitely mature style, So Nyuh Shi Dae has stepped back from their regular “cuteness” to bring a side that no one has seen before. Leading off the mini-album, “
Genie” is an upbeat, encouraging song that is rather mature and tells the audience that the girls will surely grant their wishes; each girl sounds more feminine than they have before which makes the song feel more powerful with their message. However, they did not leave their cuteness behind altogether; “ETUDE” is a song where one can definitely remember the “Kissing You” days. The song is cheerful and there is just no escaping lip-syncing and making cute faces. Not looking for fast-paced, bubbly songs? Well, “1 Year Later” is definitely the opposite. A solo by Jessica, accompanied with SHINee’s Onew, this song can surely be a tear-jerker. As the two voices are blended together so well, it’s clear that there is a connection between the two powerful singers.

Creating new trends is not easy; however, when it comes to So Nyuh Shi Dae it’s possible that it could just come natural. Even though they’ve brought a different style for this mini-album, that does not hold them back from achieving success. This album is recommended to all those that need some encouragement in their lives.

Source : Soompi



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SHINee Live Performance of "Juliette"



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SHINEE Interview (with English subs)



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SHINee Reebok TV Commercial



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