Jessica Sanchez reclaims top spot on 'Idol' ranking!s!

Filipino-Mexican-American contestant Jessica Sanchez has reclaimed the top spot on the “American Idol” rankings of a popular US magazine on Wednesday.

In its Top 7 Power Rankings published on its website, Entertainment Weekly magazine placed Sanchez at No. 1 after she slipped to No. 2 last week.

The article said Sanchez seems to be really determined to win the competition. “I THINK THIS GIRL WANTS IT TOO, RYAN!” it said in all caps.

Sanchez performed "How Will I Know" during the '80s week on “Idol.” This is the second time Sanchez picked a Whitney Houston song. She earlier sang her hit, "I Will Always Love You," which earned her a standing ovation.

Although she didn't get the judges up from their seats this time around, Sanchez still received positive comments for "How Will I Know."

She, however, earned another standing ovation from “Idol” judges with her duet with fellow contestant Joshua Ledet.

They performed "I Knew You Were Waiting For Me," originally sung by Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin and George Michael.

Meanwhile, at Entertainment Weekly’s No. 2 is Colton Dixon, who made a big leap from No. 5 last week.

Placing third is Ledet, who also went up from No. 4 last week. Skylar Laine was at No. 4 while Phillip Phillips, who previously held the top rank slipped to No. 5. He was followed by Elise Testone and Hollie Cavanagh, who is at the bottom.

For this week, the “Idol” contestants will perform songs from this decade – 2010, 2011 and 2012 -- with mentor Akon.

According to Entertainment Weekly, this should be a chance for Sanchez to “connect” on a current song of which she is "a legitimate fan."

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Jessica Sanchez now part of 'Idol' Top 10!

Filipino-Mexican Jessica Sanchez survived the second elimination round of "American Idol Season 11" even after failing to impress the show's judges.

On Thursday (Friday morning in Manila), "American Idol" announced that Sanchez is now one of the top 10 finalists who will be part of the show's Season 11 tour.

Other finalists include Joshua Ledet, Philip Phillips, Skylar Laine, Colton Dixon, Deandre Brackensick, Hollie Cavanagh, Heejun Han, Elise Testone and Erika Van Pelt.

Shannon Magrane was eliminated from the show.

On Wednesday (Thursday in Manila), Sanchez failed to impress the show's judges -- Randy Jackson, Steve Tyler and Jennifer Lopez -- with her rendition of Gloria Estefan's "Turn the Beat Around."

Both Jackson and Tyler advised Sanchez to be careful in choosing her songs.

"I don't think you should stray too far from that [ballads]," Tyler said. "The rhythm that you sang with the song was just a little shady. But again, I love your voice, and they do, too."

Sanchez, for her part, admitted that she had a hard time picking a song for this week.

"I'm actually glad that they gave me some [criticism] because I know I'm not perfect. I need that to step up my game. Hopefully if I'm here next week, I can do that, take their criticism and work on it," she said.

She also thanked Filipinos for their support.

"Thank you guys for all the support and love. I hope I can visit the Philippines one day. You guys are amazing!" Sanchez said. -- 

With a report from Yong Chavez, ABS-CBN North America News Bureau

Charice sports new hair and tattoo!

Sinorpresa ni Charice ang kanyang mga fan sa muli niyang pagbalik sa bansa para sa kanyang "Infinity Tour" na gagawin mamayang gabi sa Araneta Coliseum. Bukod sa maikli at blonde niyang buhok, isang bagong tattoo ang ipinakita ni Charice sa kanyang pag-uwi sa bansa.


Ayon kay Charice, pag-ibig para sa kanyang pamilya at sa lahat ng mga taong nagmamahal sa kanya ang ibig sabihin ng kanyang tattoo na "Love Eternally." "The tattoo says 'love eternally' and it has an infinity sign. It's for my love for people, for my fans and for my family, for everybody. So, every time I do something I always have reason," ani Charice nang maitanong ito sa press conference nitong Huwebes ng gabi. Ani Charice, sa Singapore siya nagpagawa ng tattoo na may basbas naman ng kanyang ina.

Dahil na din sa bagong itsura at bagong tattoo inunahan na ni Charice ang isyung kumikuwestiyon ngayon sa kanyang kasarian. "Whatever they think maybe if I look somebody or whoever I don't mind. I mean this is the look that I want. So, the only thing you can do is to move on....For me, just love me, I'm a person and if you think I'm a boy or a girl or if I look like a boy, then fine," ani Charice.

Maliban sa concert ay naghahanda din si Charice sa kanyang pagbabalik sa ABS-CBN bilang hurado ng "X-Factor Philippines."

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Jessica Sanchez wows American Idol judges, survives elimination round!

Lalong lumalakas ngayon ang pag-asa ng mga Pilipino na maaring ang Fil-Mexican na si Jessica Sanchez ang maging kauna-unahang "American Idol(AI)" matapos niyang makalusot sa unang eliminasyon ng Season 11 ng AI nitong Biyernes (Manila time).

Labis ang kasiyahan ni Jessica nang i-anunsiyo na iniligtas siya ng boto ng mga manonood ng AI. Mas lalong umingay ang pangalan ni Jessica ng sa ikalawang pagkakataon ay mapahanga niya at makakuha siya ng standing ovation mula sa hurado ng sikat na American singing show na sila Steven Tyler, Randy Jackson at Jennifer Lopez dahil sa rendition niya ng sikat na awitin ni Whitney Houston na "I Will Always Love You" nitong Miyerkules (US time).

"Let me tell you something. This is one of the hardest songs in the world to sing. You not only are the best vocal of the night, I think you are one of the best singers of this whole competition. Oh my God,” ani Randy.

"You just made 40 million people cry,” ayon naman kay Steven.

Samantala, tila naubusan na ng salitang papuri si Jennifer dahil sa galing ng Pinay singer. “Just, just amazing. I don’t even know what to say. I’m speechless when you did those last three little things, we were right there with you.”

Matatandaang nagsimula ang laban ni Jessica, 16, nang mapahanga niya ang mga hurado sa audition na ginawa sa San Diego nang awitin niya ang "A Natural Woman" na pinasikat ni Aretha Franklin."The Prayer" naman ang kanyang inawit nang makapasok ito sa Top 24 ng kumpetisyon at ang awiting "Love You I Do" naman ni Jennifer Hudson ang nagbigay daan sa kanya para pasok sa Top 13 ng American Idol Season 11.

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List of 84th Academy Award winners!

List of the 84th Annual Academy Award winners announced Sunday:

1. Cinematography: "Hugo."

2. Art Direction: "Hugo."

3. Costume Design: "The Artist."

4. Makeup: "The Iron Lady."

5. Foreign Language Film: "A Separation," Iran.

6. Supporting Actress: Octavia Spencer, "The Help."

7. Film Editing: "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo."

8. Sound Editing: "Hugo."

9. Sound Mixing: "Hugo."

10. Documentary Feature: "Undefeated."

11. Animated Feature Film: "Rango."

12. Visual Effects: "Hugo."

13. Supporting Actor: Christopher Plummer, "Beginners."

14. Original Score: "The Artist."

15. Original Song: "Man or Muppet" from "The Muppets."

16. Adapted Screenplay: Alexander Payne, Nat Faxon and Jim Rash, "The Descendants."

17. Original Screenplay: Woody Allen, "Midnight in Paris."

18. Live Action Short Film: "The Shore."

19. Documentary (short subject): "Saving Face."

20. Animated Short Film: "The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore."

21. Directing: Michel Hazanavicius, "The Artist."

22. Actor: Jean Dujardin, "The Artist."

23. Actress: Meryl Streep, "The Iron Lady."

24. Best Picture: "The Artist."

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Oscar winners previously presented this season:

Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award: Oprah Winfrey.

Honorary Award: James Earl Jones.

Honorary Award: Dick Smith.

Gordon E. Sawyer Award: Douglas Trumbull.

Award of Merit: ARRI cameras.

A1 to stage concert in Manila!

The British-Norwegian pop group A1 arrives in Manila today for a concert.

The boy band, composed of Mark Read, Ben Adams and Christian Ingebrigtsen, is known for hits like "Heaven By Your Side" and "Like A Rose."

A1 joins boy band Blue and Jeff Timmons of 98 Degress in the concert "The Greatest Hits Tour" at the Araneta Coliseum on February 25.

Before going to Manila, the group stayed in Cebu.

"A1 fever back in the Philippines. loving my time over here. :)," Adams added.

Meanwhile, in his official Twitter account, Timmons said he is already in the country.

"Just got to Manila. So excited! ;p," he tweeted.

Fil-Am Jessica Sanchez makes Top 24 of 'Idol'!

Another Filipina has made it to the Top 24 this year’s “American Idol.”

On Wednesday’s (Thursday morning in Manila) episode of the reality singing competition, Filipino-Mexican Jessica Sanchez was among the 14 contestants who made it to the Top 24.

The 16-year-old from Chula Vista, California was shown singing “The Prayer” by Josh Groban and Celine Dion during the auditions.

Netizens were ecstatic by the youngster’s talent.

Popular “Idol” blogger Rickey (www.rickey.org) wrote: “‘Idol’ just discovered the new Charice! Amazing! I’m so happy Filipino readers are going to support my blog again. Mabuhay!”

Twitter user Natalie Grant said: “OK - so I'm watching American Idol for the 1st time this season but this 16 year old Jessica Sanchez girl blows my mind. What a TALENT. Wow.”

Another Twitter user Q94jackson gushed: “She is the freaking winner !!! I'm sorry but she just made me cry and shiver and everything that music is suppose to do!”

The New York-based newspaper Newsday said Sanchez appears to be an early favorite to win the contest.

“Jessica Sanchez might be the favorite right now to win it all; you have to listen when she sings, something compelling about her powerful voice. She's also got complete control and a burning desire,” the newspaper wrote on Wednesday.

For the past several seasons, male contestants have always emerged on top. The last female “American Idol” winner was Jordin Sparks back in Season 6.

‘America’s Got Talent’

In a video posted on the “American Idol” website, Sanchez said she has wanted to join the contest since watching Kelly Clarkson win Season 1. Sanchez was only five years old at that time.

“I’ve been singing my whole life. My love for singing is what brought me here,” said Sanchez, who said Jennifer Hudson is her favorite “Idol” contestant.

Sanchez, who has been singing songs of Whitney Houston and Celine Dion since she was a little girl, said she likes R&B, urban and soul music,

“My tone is a lot different from the others,” she said, when asked what sets her apart from the other contestants.

This is not the first time Sanchez has joined a talent search. She was only 12 years old when she tried out for the first season of “America’s Got Talent.” Sanchez did not make it past the first voting round, and 11-year-old Bianca Ryan went on to win the show.

“I believe, I feel like I have something different,” Sanchez said in her “Idol” video. “I’m ready to bring it.”

Robles cut

This season of “Idol” also showcased another Filipino-American Ashley Robles, who was a standout at the San Diego auditions, where she sang Houston’s “I Will Always Love You.”

Robles, however, was cut during the Las Vegas rounds last week.

Also making it to the Top 24 were: Jen Hirsh, Haley Johnson, Elise Testone, Erika Van Pelt, Chelsea Sorrell, Baylie Brown, Brielle Von Hugel, Creighton Fraker, Joshua Ledet, Reed Grimm, Phil Phillips Jr., Collton Dixon and another Asian-American Heejun Han.

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Ginger Conejero meets Jeremy Renner!

ABS-CBN reporter Ginger Conejero has finally met Hollywood star Jeremy Renner.

For more than a month, Conejero has been reporting about Renner and his much-awaited film "The Bourne Legacy," which is being shot here in the country.

But she has yet to meet the lead actor -- until now.

"I'm really excited kasi hinahanap talaga natin at so excited na nakausap ko kasi for the longest time ay simple lang ang gusto kong malaman sa kanya -- how's his experience shooting here and I'm happy at nangyari 'yon and sabi niya 'it's fantastic,'" Conejero told Abs-cbnNEWS.com.

Asked to describe her meeting with Renner, Conejero said: "May dating siya, yung charm niya parang may pagka-bad boy pero, very quiet parang ganoon. Very unpretentious and hindi mayabang."

Conejero said Renner was really in good mood and very accommodating to his fans, who would like to take his picture.

"Tapos sabi ng mga photographer, 'O si Ginger naman.' Tapos sabi ko 'Hi Jeremy, I'm Ginger' and asked him how's he doing. He told me he's been tired but having a great time," she related.

Conejero was also able to score an exclusive interview with the Oscar-nominated star of "The Hurt Locker."

Conejero's meeting with Renner will be aired on "TV Patrol" tonight.

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Apl.d.ap is new San Miguel endorser!

Black Eyed Peas member Apl.d.ap is the newest endorser for San Miguel Pale Pilsen.

The Fil-Am rapper is currently in the country to shoot the the beer brand's newest commercial with actress-host Kris Aquino. The ad will air next month.

"I am excited to do the TV commercial because the storyboard brings back happy memories of my hometown. Sana ay abangan nyo po ang bagong commercial ng San Miguel Pale Pilsen at patuloy nyo po tangkilikin and produktong pinakamalapit sa puso ko," Apl said.

Apl arrived in Manila last Sunday.

"Every visit to the Philippines is memorable and meaningful to me. Like our other kababayans, I see to it that my homecoming is always well spent. My visit this year is made more special by an endorsement deal with San Miguel Pale Pilsen, an iconic beer brand that I have known since I was small, a world-class product that I personally believe in," he said.

Apl said San Miguel will also help his "We Can Be Anything" campaign to build classrooms for poor children in his home province of Pampanga.

"There are a lot of kids in Pampanga that don't have computers or have enough money to go to school. Thank you for helping me out with that advocacy," he said in a press conference.

For her part, Aquino expressed her admiration for Apl for promoting the value of education among Filipinos.

"Thank you Apl for your support to my parents' foundation. You really are a good inspiration to all of us. Thank you for making our country proud with your music and with your heart for the less fortunate Filipino children. I am glad that you are also partnering with good-hearted companies to benefit more students," Aquino said.

In a press conference, San Miguel Brewery Inc. president Roberto Huang said the company is honored that Apl has accepted its endorsement offer.

"Kung ang San Miguel Pale Pilsen ay may sarap na 'di nagbabago, si Apl.d.ap ay may angking galing, talento at kagandahang loob na hindi nagbabago," Huang said.

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Evanescence meets fans at Megamall!

The female fronted metal group andGrammy Award-winning band Evanescence has finally released its third studio production and self-titled album Evanescence which is now available nationwide as released by PolyEast Records.

As the premier band visits its Pinoy fans, PolyEast Records is also delighted to announce that there will be a meet and greet session with Evanescence’s frontwoman Amy Lee (photo) today, 1 p.m. at SM Megamall which is also made possible by Ovation Productions Manila and Odyssey Music and Video. Mechanics to be a part of the CD signing is simply buy a copy of Evanescence CD in Odyssey at SM Megamall.

Following a three-year sabbatical after the multi-platinum, worldwide success of its sophomore effort, The Open Door, the third album is produced by Grammy-winning Nick Raskulinecz (Foo Fighters, Alice in Chains, Rush). It contains the hard-driving anthems and introspective ballads the hard rock group has mastered since its breakout debut in 2003. Eight years after the debut album, the new 12 tracks demonstrate the growth of the band’s writing style and lyrical content.

Amy says, “It’s about freedom,” when describing the album’s first single, My Heart is Broken, a track driven by Amy’s signature lyrics and piano playing. Other songs include Lost in Paradise, which Amy calls, “The most intimate song on the album” and the hard-charging, What You Want.

“We can’t wait to show everyone what we’ve been working on! We’ve been finding ourselves, reinventing our sound, experimenting with things we’ve never done before and at the same time embracing the things we love most about Evanescence,” says Amy. “This journey has made us the strongest we’ve ever been as a band, and I am in love with the music. Nick Rasculinecz is the perfect fit for this record.”

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Charice recalls meeting Whitney.

A video of Filipino singer Charice emotionally belting out "I Will Always Love You" is not a tribute to the late Whitney Houston.

Videos of Charice singing Houston's songs have gone viral on the Internet and were said to have been created on February 13, two days after Houston was found dead in a hotel in Los Angeles.

But Charice said in a phone interview with ABS-CBN News that these were old videos.

"Medyo mali nga 'yung ibang information. 'Yung iba sa kanila sinasabi na kagabi lang daw. Actually, 'yung video nga na 'yan 'yung iba last year, 'yung iba like 2009," she said.

For instance, a video of Charice crying while performing "I Have Nothing" was from the last stop of the U.S. tour of "David Foster and Friends."

Foster is Charice's record producer and also the composer of the Houston hit from the movie, "The Bodyguard."

Charice said she became close with the other members of the tour and that's why she became emotional during her performance.

But Charice said she is planning a tribute to Houston as part of her upcoming concert tour in Asia.

"Gusto ko pong maging special siya talaga. Pero syempre talagang gusto kong gumawa ng something para po sa kanya," she said.

"Maybe magiging emotional, kasi ang hirap pa ring tanggapin, kasi parang nawalan ka ng kamag-anak. I mean na-discover po kasi ako kasi syempre dahil kinakanta ko 'yung mga songs niya," she explained.

Meeting Whitney

Charice said it was her dream to do a duet with Houston onstage.

But after Houston's death, Charice said she's content with the memory of meeting her idol backstage at an event one-and-a-half years ago at the Beverly Hilton Hotel -- the same hotel where Houston was found dead.

"Sobrang bait po niya, as in nanginginig ako that day dahil kilala niya ako," Charice recalled.

"Sabi niya napanood niya ako sa DVD tapos nag-jojoke pa siya. Sabi niya kinanta mo 'yung mga kanta ko na effortless. Kaya everytime na-iisip ko siya, talagang naiisip ko yung nag-meet kami dahil sobrang bait niyang tao," she said.

While Charice said she is aware that many compare her powerful voice with that of Houston, she said she is honored just to keep the songs of her idol alive.

Charice said she will return to the Philippines in March to do a concert. -- 

Report from Marie Lozano, ABS-CBN News

Avril Lavigne arrives in Manila for one-night concert!

Canadian punk princess Avril Lavigne arrived in Manila on Wednesday for a one-night performance, which is part of her Black Star tour.

Lavigne will perform at the Araneta Coliseum tonight. This will be her third show in Manila, with the first in 2005 and the second in 2008.

Some of Lavigne's hits include "Girlfriend," "When You're Gone," "The Best Damn Thing," "My Happy Ending," "He Wasn't," "Fall To Pieces," "Complicated," "Sk8r Boi," "I'm With You," "Why," "Losing Grip," "Don't Tell Me," "Keep Holding On," "Let Go" and "Nobody's Home."

Meanwhile, American rock band The Maine will also have a one-night concert in Manila on March 31.

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Charice says Whitney Houston one of her 'heroes'.

 

International singing sensation Charice is still in disbelief that award winning singer and actress Whitney Houston has passed away.

In her official Twitter account on Sunday, Charice said she considers Houston as one of her heroes.

“One of my heroes, Whitney Houston. I will always love you.. RIP,” she tweeted.

In another tweet, Charice posted the hashtag #IWillAlwaysLoveYouWhitney, which is the title of Houston’s best-known song "I will Always Love You."

Charice said Houston’s passing is like losing her own relative.

“I still can't believe this. I'm really shocked and sad. :'( I feel like I lost a relative. I'm gon cry. I'm shaking. Love u Whitney... :'(“ she said.

It would be recalled that Charice sang Houston's "I Have Nothing" on the American talk show "Oprah" in 2008, which launched her international career.

"I Have Nothing" was also one of Charice's songs in her album under Star Records.

Aside from “I Have Nothing,” Charice also performed renditions of other Houston songs including “One Moment in Time” and “Run to You.”

Houston, who reigned in the 1980 and 1990s, has died at the age of 48.

Her bodyguard found her dead at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills at 3:55 Saturday afternoon (Sunday morning in Manila).

The cause of Houston’s death remains unclear.

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David Archuleta has photo shoot for Bench.

“American Idol” runner-up David Archuleta did a pictorial for fashion brand Bench on Monday.

“Having fun at the @benchtm photoshoot! Good times with the Bench family haha,” Archuleta said via Twitter.

Ben Chan, head honcho of the popular local brand, also teased Twitter followers.

“Guess who's the next @benchtm endorser?” he asked, adding a link to a photo of Archuleta covering his face with his hands.

This has been a busy time for the American singer, who also performed during the fireworks competition event, Close Up Pyropalooza, at the SM Mall of Asia over the weekend.

He is also shooting a TV series and recording an album of original Filipino songs.

Although this is his fourth visit to the Philippines, he said feels this is the most special.

“It's like I have a family here now. People are very hospitable,” he said.

Archuleta has announced that he is taking two years off from the music industry.

“I’m taking time away from everything from music, my family and I’ll go serve a mission for my church. It was a tough decision to make,” he said.

“I’m a Mormon. You see the guys with the nametags and shirt and tie,” he added.

Archuleta, however, promised that after doing his missionary work, he will return to making music.

 -- Report from Gretchen Fullido, ABS-CBN News

Singer Whitney Houston dies

 Grammy Award-winning singer and actress Whitney Houston has died at age 48, a family spokesman said on Saturday.

"Unfortunately it is true," the spokesman said.

Houston, inspired by soul singers in her New Jersey family, including mother Cissy Houston and cousins Dionne Warwick and the late Dee Dee Warwick, as well as her godmother Aretha Franklin, became one of the most celebrated female singers of all time, taking multiple Emmy, Grammy and Billboard Music awards.

Her popularity soared in the 1980s and 1990s with consecutive No. 1 hits including the smash single "I Will Always Love You," from the soundtrack of the feature film "The Bodyguard," in which she starred. The soundtrack won the 1994 Grammy for Album of the Year.

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Lea Salonga to share stage with James Ingram!

Filipina International singer Lea Salonga is excited to share the stage with American R&B singer James Ingram, who is coming to Manila for two shows.

"Well actually the schedule was open when the inquiry came in to guest with James Ingram. My mom said 'he's coming are you interested?' And of course it's James Ingram, so I said yes," Salonga said.

The Tony Award winner admitted that she's a fan of Ingram. She has a great respect for the latter, whom she described as one of the best artists.

"So at least masasabi ko na kahit minsan lang nagkasama kami nagka-duet kami and I'm sure because of his experience there are still of lot things that I can pick up. Salamat na lang at free ang schedule na hanggang Cebu ay makakasama ako," she said.

Salonga said that some of her favorites Ingram songs are "I Will Be There," "Just Once" and "I Don't Have A Heart."

Ingram is expected to wow his Filipino fans with his hits in the concert at Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City on February 17 and at Waterfront Hotel, Cebu on February 18.

A producer and also a songwriter, Ingram will also be celebrating his 50th birthday in Manila on February 16

Avril Lavigne returns to Manila next week

Canadian punk princess Avril Lavigne is coming back to Manila for a one-night performance, as part of her Black Star Tour.

In her official Twitter account, Lavigne said she will be performing at Araneta Coliseum on February 16, days after performing in China.

"After Japan I'll be @ Guangzhou Arena Feb 11th,Beijing's MasterCard Center the 14th,Manila's Smart Araneta Feb 16th & Kuala Lumpur Feb 18th!," Lavigne said.

Lavigne's post-Valentine's show will be her third show in Manila.

Her first was last March 31, 2005 and her second in September 3, 2008.

In her show, Lavigne is expected to perform her hits which includes -- "Girlfriend," "When Your Gone," "The Best Damn Thing," "My Happy Ending," "He Wasn't, Fall To Pieces," "Complicated," "Sk8ter Boi," "I'm With You," "Why," "Losing Grip," "Don't Tell Me," "Keep Holding On," "Let Go and "Nobody's Home."

Aside from Lavigne's concert, American rock band "The Maine" will also have a one-night concert on March 31.

In their blog site, the band invited their Filipino fans to watch their comeback show in Manila.

"Hey Manila, we will be heading back for a headlining show on March 31st at SM North Sky Dome. Doors open at 7 PM and tickets are on sale now!... It has been over a year and we are looking forward to another amazing trip to the Philippines."

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Charice: What's wrong with lip-synching?

by: Patty Ramirez

Kahit pa kilala na siya bilang isa sa pinakamagaling na mang-aawit sa mundo ng musika, aminado si  Charice na tinatamaan pa din siya ng kaba at walang nakikitang masama sakaling kailanganin niyang mag-lipsynch.

Inilabas ni Charice ang saloobin sa isyu ng lip synching matapos pumutok ang isyu online na nag-lip synch hindi umano ang international artist na si Madonna sa half time show ng Super Bowl.

"I bet some people would write something like, "Oh geez, Charice is lip syncing now!" boo! Lol. What do you expect anyway," ani Charice sa kanyang Twitter.

Paliwanag ni Charice, kahit marunong siyang kumanta ay hindi nangangahulugan na hindi siya tinatamaan ng kaba lalo't haharap siya sa ilang milyong manonood. Aniya, kung sakaling kakailanganin ay pipiliin din niya ang mag-lip synch dahil hindi naman ito isang uri ng pandaraya."It's not a crime or cheating. Sometimes it just makes you feel better. I would be realllllly nervous," ani Charice. Dagdag niya: ""I sing. But I'm not perfect. I would totally lip sync if I would do some big events with millions of people watching." 

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Sandara Park nawiwili sa 'Pinas!

Pinupuri ko itong si Sandara Park dahil talagang mahal niya ang Pilipinas. Binabalik-balikan niya ito, may trabaho man siya o wala, basta makakaya ng kanyang schedule.

Narito uli siya for a short vacation at ang balita na kinunan sila ng kagrupo niya sa 2NE1 sa Albay, Bicol dahil sa isang Koreanovela. Second time na ito ng 2NE1 pero si Sandara o Dara ay nakakailang balik na. Minsan nga nakipag-reunion ito sa mga tulad niyang alumni ng Star Quest.

Hindi itinatago ng Koreana ang pagkagiliw niya sa bansa at ipinagsasabi niya ito online. Kaya maraming kababayan niya ang nararahuyong pumasyal din dito. If only for this, dapat natin siyang pasalamatan.

THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT Ni Master Showman Kuya Germs (Pilipino Star Ngayon)

Bryan Adams at the Big Dome on Feb. 18

Bryan Adams will perform at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Feb. 18 in a concert produced by Dayly Entertainment and ARF Production.
Expect Adams to include in his repertoire his hits songssuch as Straight From The Heart, Please Forgive Me, Heaven and Everything I Do (I Do It For You).
Born in Ontario, Canada, Adams has received numerous awards for his contributions to music, including 20 Juno Awards, 15 Grammy nominations and a win for Best Song Written Specially For A Motion Picture or Television, and two Ivor Novello Awards for song composition.
Adams spent the first part of his career writing songs and sending demos to various studios in Canada.
After making a name as a recording artist, Adams ventured into writing songs for films, including Everything I Do (I Do It For You) forRobin Hood: Prince of Thieves starring Kevin Costner.
He achieved global success with his commercially successful songs that span several decades which was also marked by his collaboration with A-List artists.

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