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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!

March 30, 2011

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
    • Save the song and the confirmation code to your cellphone

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:
    • YouTube link of your video entry
    • Confirmation code (received by text accompanying the mp3 downloaded)
    • Complete name (as it appears on your valid ID’s)
    • Complete mailing address
    • Birthday
    • Cellphone number
    • Optional only: other details which you may want to mention, such as director(s), director of
photography, editor, cast/actors/actresses, location, story or plot, etc.

4. Emails/Submissions of entries will be accepted from 12:00 am of March 16, 2011 until 12:00 noon
of April 17, 2011 only.

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
infringed.

7. No use of explicit images, foul language or anything that damages any individual, institution or
company.

8. Preferably, video should have high resolution, with an aspect ratio of 720x480.

9. Ten (10) finalists will be chosen from all the submitted entries, and they will automatically receive
P5,000 Cash Prize. Each of the finalist will be notified through registered mail and contacted
through his/her mobile phone by a representative of Universal Records on how to claim their
P5,000.00 cash. The finalists should be able to provide two (2) valid ID's with photos.

10. Top 10 entries will be chosen by a panel of judges based on the following criteria:
      • Artistic touch and creativity: 35%
         - This refers to videos showing skill or excellence in execution. The video should be ingenious,
exhibiting good taste; performed, made, or edited artistically; aesthetically pleasing.
      • Message delivery: 35%
         - The message of the video should be communicated clearly.
      • Uniqueness: 30%
         - This refers to videos having no similarity to other videos; original in idea, style and delivery.

11. The Top 10 entries will be announced on April 19, 2011 at 12:00 noon and each of the entries will be posted or shared on the Universal Records Facebook Fan Page (http://www.facebook.com/universalrecordsphfanpage)

12. Only ONE (1) Grand Prize Winner will be chosen and he/she will receive the P100,000 Cash Prize
(tax-free).

13. Final judging of Grand Winner will be based on:
      • 70% Text Votes
      • 30% Panel of Judges' Decision

14. Complete details on text voting including keyword for each finalist will be posted on the Universal Records Facebook Fan Page (http://www.facebook.com/universalrecordsphfanpage) right after the announcement of Ten (10) Finalists.

15. The Grand Prize Winner will be officially announced on May 6, 2011 at 12:00 noon via the Universal Records Facebook Fan Page (http://www.facebook.com/universalrecordsphfanpage) and he/she will be notified through his/her mobile phone by a representative of Universal Records.

16. A DTI representative shall be present to witness the determination of the Top 10 finalists and the
Grand Prize Winner.

17. Contest is open to AMATEURS only - individuals or groups with a valid Philippine address. Students are encouraged to join.

18. Working individuals are allowed to join provided they do not presently hold any job or career that involves professional film/video/commercial production nor have they done any prior job or work related to professional film/video/commercial production.

PER DTI-NCR PERMIT NO. 2449 SERIES OF 2011

Free Sponge Cola "Tambay" ringback tone



Get your free Sponge Cola "Tambay" ringback tone for five days.

For Smart subscribers, just text FTAMBAY and send to 2728
For Globe subscribers, just text UB835 and send to 2332

"Tambay" music video:

Please support Sponge Cola's music video on MYX too, just text:
MYX Vote Tambay
and send to 2366.

Join Sponge Cola Official Facebook Fanpage:  http://www.facebook.com/spongecola

March 29, 2011

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


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
- 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.

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

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

Please feel free to repost. Thanks!

30 Things U Need to Know about U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila"



1. During the concert Kevin was asked by his fellow members who's the member he loves the most. He chose Kibum and hugged him

2. Dongho impressed his fans with his English rap in “Because Of You”

3. Alexander stated that his great grandfather is of Spanish descent from the Philippines

4. Kiseop's first ever performance of “Not Young”, “I Like You” and “Talk To Me” was in the “1st Kiss Tour in Manila” concert

5. U-Kiss threw out red roses to their Filipino Kissme's when they sang “End Of The Road” which was popularized by Boyz II Men

6. Kiseop, Kibum and Eli wore animal mascots in their “Stupid Cupid” performance

7. U-Kiss performed a dance step at the chorus part of “OK!” and “Without You” which they have never done before

8. Dongho was asked by fans to dance to SNSD’s “Oh!” during the MC part

9. U-Kiss opened their 1st ever major concert with their hit song “Man Man Ha Ni”

10. Kevin cried while singing “End Of The Road”

11. Kevin and Alexander danced to “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” during MC part

12. Kibum and Kiseop took their shirt off at the end part of “Sexy Back” performance

13. Kevin was doing a girly dance step in the line "Oh Baby Girl" of “Without You”

14. Kibum,sang Soohyun’s line when he forgot his part in “End Of The Road”

15. Alexander does most of the talking during the MC part

16. Kevin took Taeyon's high note part in SNSD’s “Gee”

17. In an interview, Dongho said that he was about to cry when fans were shouting encore

18. Kibum, collected all HNB banners from their fans during the concert. HNB is the name of the company that Hyungjoon and Kibum founded, They also use this name when they composed some songs from SS501

19. Dongho took Yuri's part in SNSD’s “Gee”

20. Kiseop's only line in “OK!” is "Chugeodo molla" and the rest of the memebers are making fun about it

21. Soohyun did a solo dance break at the concert

22. Alexander amazed his Filipino fans with his Black Eyed Peas’ “Bebot” performance

23. Fans screamed so loud when Kevin performed “Say Goodbye” by Chris Brown with a girl back up dancer

24. U-Kiss performed 24 numbers at the concert

25. Eli, Kibum and Kiseop were a bit late on their cue to go up the stage during their “Sexy Back” performance because they were still changing clothes

26. Kevin gave a fake kiss to the back-up dancer during his performance in “Say Goodbye”

27. U-Kiss arrived in Araneta Coliseum at exactly 3:10pm went directly onstage for rehearsal, which lasted for almost two hours

28. MYX, the #1 music channel in the Philippines, interviewed U-Kiss thirty minutes before the concert. The interview was aired on MYX two weeks later

29. Kibum’s brother Hyungjun and Ryan of Paran were supposed to be the special guests of the concert but were not able to make it due to schedule conflict

30. Kevin was the only member who showed his belly during the “Gee” number

Special thanks to UKissMe PH Fanclub. Join their Facebook Fanpage here http://www.facebook.com/kissmepinay

Now you can own a DVD copy of this First & Only DVD release of U-Kiss Concert. Join us during Kiss Me Forever: U-Kiss "The First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch on April 2 (Saturday). For details, go to: http://universalrecph.blogspot.com/2011/03/u-kiss-first-kiss-tour-in-manila-dvd_29.html

Want More??? Here's 100 Things U Need to Know about U-Kisshttp://universalrecph.blogspot.com/2011/03/100-things-u-need-to-know-about-u-kiss.html

Are you ready? U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch this Saturday - April 2nd!




U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch happens this Saturday - April 2nd!

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

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/2011/03/u-kiss-first-kiss-tour-in-manila-dvd_29.html

U-KISS "Only One" album tracks Ringback Tones


Can't get enough of U-Kiss songs from their bestselling album "Only One"? Here's your chance to let your friends hear those songs by downloading the ringback tones.

Are u ready KissMe's?

For SMART subscribers, text song code and send to 2728.
Example: If you want Bingeul Bingeul as your ringback tone, just text RNDN and send to 2728.

code: 3BANG
Bang Bang Bang
P15 for 15 Days

code: DFLR
Dancing Floor
P15 for 15 Days

code: EORI
Not Young (Eori Jianha) (Remix)
P15 for 15 Days

code: GVET
Give It To Me (Remix)
P15 for 15 Days

code: INT
Intro
P15 for 15 Days

code: MANH
Man Man Hani (Remix)
P15 for 15 Days

code: JOH
I Like You (Niga Joha)(Remix)
P15 for 15 Days

code: UOK
OK! (Remix)
P15 for 15 Days

code: RNDI
Bingeul Bingeul (Round And Round) [Instrumental]
P15 for 15 Days

code: RNDN
Bingeul Bingeul (Round And Round)
P15 for 15 Days

code: UTALK
Talk To Me (Remix)
P15 for 15 Days

code: WTI
What (Mworago) [Instrumental]
P15 for 15 Days

code: UWHAT
What (Mworago)
P15 for 15 Days

code: UKW
Without You
P15 for 15 Days


For GLOBE subscribers, text song code and send to 2332.
Example: If you want Man Man Hani as your ringback tone, just text UB991 and send to 2332.

code: UB986
Bang Bang Bang
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB987
Dancing Floor
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB988
Not Young (Eori Jianha) (Remix)
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB989
Give It To Me (Remix)
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB990
Intro
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB991
Man Man Hani (Remix)
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB992
I Like You (Niga Joha) (Remix)
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB993
OK! (Remix)
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB994
Bingeul Bingeul (Round And Round) [Instrumental]
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB995
Bingeul Bingeul (Round And Round)
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB996
Talk To Me (Remix)
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB997
What (Mworago) [Instrumental]
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB998
What (Mworago)
P15.00 for 15 days

code: UB999
Without You
P15.00 for 15 days

March 25, 2011

U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour in Manila" DVD: keeping U-Kiss memories alive!


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

30 Things U Need to Know about U-Kiss "1st Kiss Tour In Manila"



1. During the concert Kevin was asked by his fellow members who's the member he loves the most. He chose Kibum and hugged him

2. Dongho impressed his fans with his English rap in “Because Of You”

3. Alexander stated that his great grandfather is of Spanish descent from the Philippines

4. Kiseop's first ever performance of “Not Young”, “I Like You” and “Talk To Me” was in the “1st Kiss Tour in Manila” concert

5. U-Kiss threw out red roses to their Filipino Kissme's when they sang “End Of The Road” which was popularized by Boyz II Men

6. Kiseop, Kibum and Eli wore animal mascots in their “Stupid Cupid” performance

7. U-Kiss performed a dance step at the chorus part of “OK!” and “Without You” which they have never done before

8. Dongho was asked by fans to dance to SNSD’s “Oh!” during the MC part

9. U-Kiss opened their 1st ever major concert with their hit song “Man Man Ha Ni”

10. Kevin cried while singing “End Of The Road”

11. Kevin and Alexander danced to “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” during MC part

12. Kibum and Kiseop took their shirt off at the end part of “Sexy Back” performance

13. Kevin was doing a girly dance step in the line "Oh Baby Girl" of “Without You”

14. Kibum,sang Soohyun’s line when he forgot his part in “End Of The Road”

15. Alexander does most of the talking during the MC part

16. Kevin took Taeyon's high note part in SNSD’s “Gee”

17. In an interview, Dongho said that he was about to cry when fans were shouting encore

18. Kibum, collected all HNB banners from their fans during the concert. HNB is the name of the company that Hyungjoon and Kibum founded, They also use this name when they composed some songs from SS501

19. Dongho took Yuri's part in SNSD’s “Gee”

20. Kiseop's only line in “OK!” is "Chugeodo molla" and the rest of the memebers are making fun about it

21. Soohyun did a solo dance break at the concert

22. Alexander amazed his Filipino fans with his Black Eyed Peas’ “Bebot” performance

23. Fans screamed so loud when Kevin performed “Say Goodbye” by Chris Brown with a girl back up dancer

24. U-Kiss performed 24 numbers at the concert

25. Eli, Kibum and Kiseop were a bit late on their cue to go up the stage during their “Sexy Back” performance because they were still changing clothes

26. Kevin gave a fake kiss to the back-up dancer during his performance in “Say Goodbye”

27. U-Kiss arrived in Araneta Coliseum at exactly 3:10pm went directly onstage for rehearsal, which lasted for almost two hours

28. MYX, the #1 music channel in the Philippines, interviewed U-Kiss thirty minutes before the concert. The interview was aired on MYX two weeks later

29. Kibum’s brother Hyungjun and Ryan of Paran were supposed to be the special guests of the concert but were not able to make it due to schedule conflict

30. Kevin was the only member who showed his belly during the “Gee” number

Special thanks to UKissMe PH Fanclub. Join their Facebook Fanpage here http://www.facebook.com/kissmepinay

Now you can own a DVD copy of this First & Only DVD release of U-Kiss Concert. Join us during Kiss Me Forever: U-Kiss "The First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch on April 2 (Saturday). For details, go to: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?fbid=10150435354725414&id=214540185413&aid=642688

Want More??? Here's 100 Things U Need to Know about U-Kisshttp://universalrecph.blogspot.com/2011/03/100-things-u-need-to-know-about-u-kiss.html

Attention Kiss Me's! On ordering big quantity of U-Kiss DVD's - please read.



To all Kissme's, if you are going to purchase more than ten (10) copies of U-KISS "1st Kiss Tour in Manila" DVD, we encourage you to please coordinate with UKissMePH (kissmepinay[at]gmail.com) to secure your Freebies.

Orders/Reservations are forwarded to Astroplus and Odyssey. Thank you.

U-KISS "1st Tour in Manila" DVD is the first and only DVD release of U-Kiss Concert.

3 major record stores in Metro Manila are participating in the U-KISS "1st Kiss Tour in Manila" DVD Launch on April 2 (Saturday). These record stores are:
- Astroplus The Block
- Odyssey Mall of Asia
- Odyssey Megamall

Join UKissMe PH Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/kissmepinay

Kiss Me Forever: U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch next Saturday - April 2nd!



Kiss Me's, are you still reminiscing about your U-Kiss experience in Manila when they held their 1st Kiss Tour in Manila at the Big Dome?

Now you can own a DVD copy of this first and only DVD release of U-Kiss Concert. More details about Kiss Me Forever: U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch on April 2 (Saturday) coming soon!

3 major record stores in Metro Manila are participating in the U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch on April 2 (Saturday). These record stores are:
- Astroplus The Block
- Odyssey Mall of Asia
- Odyssey Megamall

Here are the store schedules and telephone numbers :
-Astroplus The Block SM North Edsa: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Tel # 442-0372)
-Odyssey Mall of Asia: 10:00AM to 10:00 PM (Tel # 556-0138)
-Odyssey Megamall: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Tel # 687-3620)

Universal Records and UKissMe PH Fanclub, in cooperation with MYX, Astroplus and Odyssey, invite you to U-Kiss "First Kiss Tour In Manila" DVD Launch on April 2 (Saturday). We are launching the first & only DVD release of U-Kiss Concert.

Watch out for more details about the Freebies, Activities & Price very soon!

Join UKissMe PH Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/kissmepinay

U-Kiss Freebies part 1: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=643678&id=214540185413

YG Entertainment albums up for grabs!



Yes, it's true! We are giving away Korean version of Big Bang, Se7en, GD&TOP, Seungri and 2NE1 CDs courtesy of YG Entertainment.

How to win this?

Simply join K Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/pages/K/195278233837568

Details will be revealed on K Facebook Fanpage soon!

One Day in the Life of Sandara Park




Sandara Park is one person amongst the representative stars that communicate through social networking sites (SNS) with their fans. Sandara Park currently has 323 261 friends (Also known as machine, me2DAY chingoo) on the Korean SNS ‘me2DAY’. Before Big Bang’s comeback in February, she had the largest amount of me2day friends, however G-Dragon has currently climbed to number one with 323 853. Even still, she almost doubles IU who currently has 191 247. The ‘me2day figurehead’ Sandara Park describes her typical day to us, explaining how much SNS has become integrated into the lives of stars. The day of Sandara’s life we examine is Friday, March 18th. Sandara Park was in the middle of the filming for an advertisement.

AM 8:00 | Smartphone wakes her up in the morning

‘Ddan dan dan dad da dan∼!’ The loud ringing of the smartphone ringtone. It’s the sound of the alarm on her smartphone right at 8AM. Since she had filming for an advertisement in the morning, she had to wake up earlier than usual. She frequently uses her smartphone alarm so she doesn’t have to listen to her manager call her in the morning. Regardless, she’s still tired!

AM 09:00 | Start by searching for news about 2NE1

She gets up and shower and after she have a quick drink of water, etc. she comes out of the apartment and head out towards towards her designated beauty salon located in Seoul, Cheongdamdong. During that time, she gets on the internet uses her smartphone and searches for news about 2NE1 on the internet. She also visits the YG entertainment homepage and reads the comments left by netizens. Also, she gets on me2day and read the comments left by her ‘mechins’.

AM 09:40 | At the beauty salon, a bunch of text messages sent back and forth between her and her brother, Cheondoong

At the beauty salon in Seoul, Cheongdamdong. While getting her hair fixed up, she gets onto me2day. She reads the posts made by her ‘mechin’ . Suddenly she starts to worry about her baby-like youngest sibling (MBLAQ’s Cheondoong) and sends a message to him. Today he’ll be on KBS2TV ‘Music Bank’, but because of a cold, Cheondoong’s throat is in pain. ‘Baby, is your body alright? Take care of your body and do well on your performance’. After about 5 minutes, a response comes. ‘Yesㅜㅜ I’m a bit sick.’. Normally she sends a ‘storm of texts’ to her younger brother and then Cheondoong will reply with a ‘short answer’.

AM 10:00 | While in the car, she watches Youtube

She’s currently heading towards the location of the shoot for the ad located at the gymnastics stadium at the Olympic Park in Seoul, Bangidong . She uses her Youtube app on her smartphone to watch videos. She smiles while watching a celebrity news program interview again from the previous weekend. ‘Do I talk that awkwardly? As expected, I’m not made for shows’.

AM 11:40 | Leftover time to play games!

While the film set is being set up, out of habit, she fiddles around with her smartphone. Games are perfect to pass the time when the waiting time isn’t certain. Truthfully, she’s doesn’t like games that much and although she doesn’t play them well, she’s confident about at least one game, ‘Angry Birds’. She’s the best at the game in which you have to attack birds with pigs.

PM 02:50 | Chatting on WhatsApp with her overseas friends

Filming break time. She goes on her phone and begins talking with her Philippino friends through WhatsApp (a mobile messenger). WhatsApp makes her unable to feel the physical distance between her and her friends overseas.

PM 04:50 | In her spare time during the filming, she gets onto me2day

After a certain amount of time has passed for the ad filming, she monitors the filming on the office desktop. She squeezes time in to get onto her me2day once again. During that time, her mechins have uploaded hundreds of comments. She can’t read them all one by one but she has obtained a mysterious skill in which she can understand the basic meaning of the majority of comments with just one glance. She sees that Park Bom stealthily came onto her me2day and left a comment and smiled.

PM 08:40 | Real-time texting with Cheondoong

It seems like the filming has been extended. She sends another text message to Cheondoong. She always watches the performances that Cheondoong appears in live however because of the ad filming today she goes sniff sniff! darn it! the ‘Music Bank’ performance is over. ‘Baby, did you do well?’ Cheondoong doesn’t give a response to his noon’s message. As the ad filming extends, the amount of times she signs onto SNS on her phone and the time spent on them increases as well. And like that, she spends her day.

Source: News Donga
Translated by GEE at ygladies.com

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Check this out:  "100 Things U Need To Know About 2NE1"
http://universalrecph.blogspot.com/2011/03/100-things-u-need-to-know-about-2ne1.html


2NE1 on the cover of Most Wanted Hits songmag


Check out our latest issue of Most Wanted Hits songmag with YG Entertainment fierce girl group 2NE1 on the front cover, officially out today!

Get a chance to win "To Anyone" & "The Mini-Album Repackage" albums, as we will be giving away 10 albums each courtesy of Universal Records. See the complete mechanics on the said issue!

You can buy it at the following outlets: 7/11, Mini-Stop, Expression Inc., Pandayan Inc, Odyssey Record Bars, National Bookstores, NBS Book Express, Mercury Drug (selected branches only), Ever Supermarket, Wilcon Builders Depot, Filbars Inc., Kid & Mom, Mightee Mart, Total Gasoline Station, Petron Gasoline, Shell Select, Caltex, Booksale Cebu, Sea Oil Gasoline, Tropical Foodmart, Office Warehouse, RJ Guitar, Quick Stop, Emilenes Drug Stores, Finds Convenience Store, newsstands, nationwide!

PHP 28.00

Most Wanted Hits songmag is only available in the Philippines.

Ultimate Bang: The Story of Big Bang, part 2 - Beyond Korea (2008)



Big Bang branched out in Japan in January 2008 with their mini album, “For The World”. Their first Japanese mini album, which carried English versions of some of their hit songs, also met success as they expanded their overseas fanbase, with the album mostly appealing to non-Korean fans. “For the World” debuted in the Oricon Charts at the 14th spot and peaked at the 10th spot. Even though released for the Japanese market, “How Gee” also made its way in the Korean charts and was well received by the Korean fans as they were simultaneously promoting the album both in Korea and Japan.

The year 2008 became Big Bang’s year as they released albums and conducted concerts one after another. By May of the same year, the group released “With U”, their second Japanese mini album. “With U” also received good response and strengthened the Japanese and international appeal of the group as the album carried more English and Japanese versions of their hits. The horizon of Big Bang expanded as their collaborations widened. The Bay Area-based Filipino-American choreographer Shaun Evaristo worked on Big Bang’s choreography which added to their artistry. Later on, Evaristo’s work with Bigbang continued as he and his crew (now Movement Lifestyle) took the challenge as one of YG’s major choreographers. With this collaboration, Big Bang gained more audience, not only branded as singers but artists with multiple talents. In March 2008, the Tokyo leg of Big Bang’s Global Warning Tour kicked off, having 3,000 fans cheer for them at the CJB Hall.

The Korean leg of the Global Warning Tour started off at Busan and continued on in four more major cities in the country: Gwangju, Wonju, Daegu and Seoul. Bangkok was also part of the leg and the group pulled out a successful show for the thousands of fans on June 2008. Bigbang closed their Global Warning Tour in Seoul with two concerts on June 21st and 22nd. The Global Warning Tour gathered an estimate of 100,000 BigBang fans.

In August 2008, in time for Big Bang’s 2nd anniversary, they released their 3rd EP, “Stand Up”, with the title track, “Haru Haru” (Day by Day). “Haru Haru” was well received by the fans because of the new concept of the members. The new concept garnered attention of the audience as it showed another side of Big Bang. The music video was starred by Park Minyoung, TOP’s fellow actress in his debut drama, I am Sam. The pre-orders for the EP almost reached 100,000 and was out of stock at the YGeShop even before the release of the MV. This particular EP also gained notable attention as they collaborated with the Japanese DJ, Daishi Dance, and Korean Rock band, No Brain. The album reached the top spot at the Hanteo Chart.

After coming back to their home country, Big Bang again tested the shores of Japan. They released “Number 1” in October of the same year and released limited editions of the album which instantly became a hit, and peaked at the 3rd spot of the Oricon daily album chart. At the breakthrough of “Number 1”, Big Bang commenced their “2008 Stand Up Tour” in Japan which ran 4 shows in 3 days.

Before 2008 ended, their second Korean album, “Rememeber”, was released. It carried the cover of “Sunset Glow” (Bulgeun Noeul, an original song by Lee Moonsae) and instantly reached #1 in the charts. “Vol. 2 – Remember” had over 200,000 pre-orders, which showed the vast popularity and immense success of the group. By the end of the year, Big Bang became one of Korea’s top-notch idols. They received awards from the three major music shows and received the “Artist of the Year” award in the 2008 M.net KM Music Festival.

NEXT: Ultimate Bang: The Story of Big Bang, part 3 - Beyond Big Bang

Many thanks to Big Bang Philippines Fan Club for this informative and inspiring piece!
Check out their Big Bang Philippines Fanclub Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/bigbangph2

Here's Ultimate Bang: The Story of Big Bang, part 1: http://universalrecph.blogspot.com/2011/03/ultimate-bang-story-of-big-bang-part-1_22.html