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REtroSPECT named Best Group Performer

J. Martin Castro and Ogie Ramos of “The REtroSPECT” won as Best Group Performer in Hotels, Bars and Music Lounges in the 22nd Aliw Awards.

Oreo Bungee Dunking Saturday

In a bid to advocate bonding between parent and child,  Oreo is inviting all mothers and their children to the Oreo Bungee Dunking Saturday.

Le Club sets French wine fest

It will be another glittering evening of good food, great music and French wine as the 16th Soirée Beaujolais unfolds on Nov. 19.

21st CCP Alternative Film and Video tilt reset to Dec. 8-11

The Ika-21 Gawad CCP Para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video will be held on Dec. 8-11, instead of Nov. 17-20 as originally scheduled.

Telepopmusik Electro Tour at Alchemy

Alchemy will play host to Antipop, the founding member of Telepopmusik Band who is flying to Manila to spin your kind of music on Nov. 20.

Dare to be Fit ’N Right fun run

Set to happen at 6 a.m. on Nov. 22 at the SM Mall of Asia grounds is the awaited Del Monte Fit  ’N Right’s Dare to be Fit ’N Right Challenge Fun Run.

Mocha Girls’ share of controversy

The Mocha Girls are getting their share of controversy for winning “Best Dance Album of the Year” at the recent 1st PMPC Music Awards.

TV5’s Late Night Trip Season 2 launches new shows

TV5’s Late Night Trip gets stronger and tougher as it hikes up its dynamic programming this November.

Bloody Halloween at Alchemy

Alchemy, your one stop clubbing destination, pushing the limits on style, class and clubbing experience colorfully celebrated Halloween last Oct. 31.

Miss Chinese Philippines 2010 screening Saturday

Miss Chinese Philippines, Inc., calls for the Filipino-Chinese ladies who are vibrant and talented to the Miss Chinese Philippines 2010 screening on Saturday.

H’wood celeb live at LAX

Hollywood rock celebrity Joel Madden is in town and he will perform Friday night at LAX.

‘Sex and the City’ returns to HBO

Fresh off the heels of the Asian television premiere of “Sex and the City: The Movie” on HBO, the series returns to HBO this November!

‘Your Song presents Someone to Love’ finale

“Your Song presents Someone” to Love star Bea Alonzo revealed that she will definitely miss working with on-screen partner Sam Milby as their “Your Song” series steps on its final episode on Sunday.

Kids find new TV playmates in ‘Kulilits’

Children will once again look forward to Saturday mornings as ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs introduces its newest kiddie show “Kulilits.”

‘Burgos Halloween Parade’ slated Friday

Be in your scariest yet most creative getup and win generous cash prizes!

Sun Cellular iSMS promo extended

Sun Cellular has extended the P2 and P5 international text rates!

Eerie Kiddie Halloween at Araneta Center

There’s more to enjoy at Araneta Center than just shopping, dining, and entertainment!

Akon fund-raising concert to benefit Red Cross

After the long wait, Akon’s “Freedom Tour ’09” Manila concert finally pushes through at the Araneta Coliseum on Friday.

Multi-awarded film ‘Yanggaw’ screens in Bacolod

Cinema One proudly brings this multi-awarded film to the City of Smiles at the Robinsons’ Movie World in Bacolod City from Oct. 21 to 27.

Emotional twist in ‘SP: Palau’s’ tribal council

Friday night, the Sonsorol tribe gears for a heart-stopping second tribal council.

The REtroSPECT fund-raising concert

‘The REtroSPECT is back… in the house” concert is moved to Oct. 15, 8:30 p.m. at Teatrino, Greenhills.

Chiz supports ‘Bagong Sigla’ concert

Opposition Sen. Francis Escudero joins the country’s top bands in a major fund-raising effort for the benefit of typhoon victims.

Presidential aspirants faced off with 100 local gov’t officials

Four presidential aspirants faced off with 100 local government officials from all over the country Wednesday in ANC forum.

DJ Babey Drew supports the victims of Ondoy

He’s known as the “Messiah of the Turntables” and the “Prince of Urban Music.”

Mister International Philippines 2009 search is on

Mister International Philippines 2009 is now accepting candidates who will compete for a chance to represent the country in Mister International 2009.

Juday shares her special recipe in ‘How ’Bout My Place... Tonight?’

TV5 has a special cooking treat for everyone this October in “How ’Bout My Place... Tonight?”

Reinventing the album experience for the Digital Age

U2 and RIM have great news for digital music fans who miss the visual experience that came with music albums.

Imelda Papin topbills UE anniversary grand concert

The UE in cooperation with the UEAAI will present UE Alumna and Filipino entertainment icon Imelda Papin in a UE Grand Concert.

‘Astig’ is off to Pusan

The film “Astig” will compete at the New Currents Section of the 14th PIFF in South Korea from Oct. 8 to 16.

One night only with Piolo Pascual

As the saying goes, X-factor makes a star.

All about the eyes on ‘Salamat Dok’

They say that the eyes are the windows to a person’s soul. So then why do we keep taking them for granted?

Manchester and Papin concert re-set Dec. 18 and 19

Melissa Manchester and Imelda Papin's show entitled “2 International Music Icons” was re-scheduled to Dec. 18 in Cebu and on Dec. 19 in Manila.

MYX turns up the volume this September

Myx, the number one music channel in the Philippines, levels up this September.

Cecile Licad arrives for CCP Anniversary

World-acclaimed pianist Cecile Licad has arrived for the much-awaited CCP 40th anniversary concerts on Sept. 15 and 16 with German cellist Alban Gerhardt.

Nyoy celebrates MJ songs tonight in Olongapo City

Despite the popularity of rock, rap and hip-hop music, the music of the late King of Pop Michael Jackson still has a solid following.

What’s the real score between Piolo and KC?

The country’s hunk actor Piolo Pascual with his first-time on-screen partner KC Concepcion are now ready to bring romance to everyone via the Kapamilya Chat starting Sept. 10.

The REtroSPECT is back

Filipino talent at it’s best!

Bagaberde’s September getaways

After the successful re-opening of Bagaberde Grill and Bar at Roxas Boulevard last Aug. 10, the leading music bar in the metropolis will be rockin’ the night away this month of September.

'Friday Madness' the album

Famous tracks from the ’80s which is usually heard on 89.9’s Friday Madness special has been packaged as an album.

‘Sis’ celebrates 8th Anniversary with week-long special

Your favorite morning show “Sis” celebrates its eighth anniversary with an exciting week-long special dubbed, “Todo Panalo sa Otso!” The “Sis” Anniversary Specials!

Turismo Pilipina 2009 launched

Turismo Pilipina Charities Inc. (TCPI) through its President, Ms. Precious Lara Quigaman, has announced the Search for Turismo Pilipina 2009.

Dingdong Dantes sizzles in ‘ETC A-List: Sexiest’ today

ETC keeps the temperature rising every Sunday night with some sizzlin’ eye candy as “ETC A-List presents: Sexiest.”

Merk’s this month

Merk’s Bar Bistro continues to stage talented Filipino performers this month of August.

Mommy Dionisia takes center stage in ‘Wonder Mom’

As Manny Pacquiao rises to fame, his mom also makes her way to stardom.

Erik Santos, Dingdong Dantes at Robinsons Malls

There are endless names of male artists being thrown around in the local showbiz industry today but only a few make it to the premiere list.

Zsa Zsa, Kris Lawrence at Robinsons Malls

Robinsons Malls will be filled with songs and rhythm of love this July to August as it hosts a back-to-back mall tour featuring Divine Diva Zsa Zsa Padilla and R&B crooner Kris Lawrence.

Angelos holds Teatrino Concert prior to US, Canada trip

Rising Filipino all-male classical-pop vocal group Angelos will be performing in their very own send-off concert on July 2.

Divine Diva talks about anti-aging in ‘Salamat Dok’

To defy age is a mark of lasting beauty.

Chef Toshi Obigane on ‘Secrets of the Masters’

Japanese cuisine has always captured the hearts of Filipinos.

It’s confirmed: Jessa is a villainous vixen

On the series, Jessa plays the wrathful and villainous vixen Evangelina Kintanar, the jealous and suspicious wife of Alfredo Altamirano.

Saturday in ‘Ka-Blog!’

These stories air every Saturday at 10 a.m. only on GMA-7.

The search is on for Mr. World 2009

The world’s most prestigious male pageant is back!

‘Dear Friend’s’ sizzling summer specials

“Dear Friend’s” initial summer offering “Karibal” makes a victorious sweep in the ratings game for three consecutive weeks.

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‘Galaw-Galaw sa Tag-Araw’ launch on ‘Asap’09’ today!

Be the first to witness the airing of ABS-CBN’s summer station ID, “Galaw-galaw sa Tag-araw,” as it takes off on “ASAP’09” today, March 22.

Jack TV: Making sure fun is the ‘Bomb’

Jack TV definitely commits itself in entertaining its viewers to the highest, leaving their worries behind and living life to the fullest with its entertainment blocks: “Comedyville,” “Crazy Cam,” “WWE on JACK TV,” “LXB,” “SACK (Superb Animated Comedy Knockouts),” “Sketches & Stand-up,” and Jack’s “Handpicked.”

Padi’s Point’s Bakasyon Grande treat

Schools are out and the grand vacation begins so Padi’s Point in partnership with San Miguel Beer gives the barkada the biggest treats this summer with “Bakasyon Grande” and “Bikini Nights ’09.”
Barkadas all-around could now party ‘til they drop for “Bakasyon Grande” – beginning tomorrow, March 16 up to April 27, 13 Padi’s Point branches will be offering all bottles of San Miguel Beer products for only R25 all-day, all-night every Monday.

The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus rocks Manila!

Get ready as the popular rock sensation The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus performs live at the Ayala Malls on March 5, 6:30 p.m. at Alabang Town Center, March 6, 6 p.m. at Market! Market!, March 7, 6 p.m. at Glorietta, and March 8, 6 p.m. at TriNoma.

Step Up in Skechers Streetstyle

As urban lifestyle and street style remains popular among teens, Skechers becomes their footwear of choice with its new line of hi-tops. Coming in vibrant colors and wild pop art designs, the new Skechers hi-tops easily becomes the accent piece in anyone’s ensemble. Good for any youthful activity as they are for just stepping up the style factor, the Skechers hi-tops are solid but comfortable, and it gives you the freedom to create your look and express yourself all in one swift motion.