Enrique Gil Launches Debut Album ‘King of the GIL’

Due to insistent public demand, Star Records has launched the highly anticipated first-ever album of primetime TV’s ‘Next Ultimate Leading Man’ and this generation’s ‘Dougie King’ Enrique Gil.

Enrique’s debut album under Star Records is titled ‘King of the GIL,’ which according to the singer-actor, was a result of his habit of tirelessly trying out something new.

“After dancing and acting, a lot of people encouraged me to try singing. And then I was formally offered to do an album. I just said, ‘Sure, let’s try it,” narrated Enrique. “The moment I heard the songs that I recorded, I felt that it was a dream that unexpectedly came true.”

The “Muling Buksan Ang Puso” star further shared that he was hands-on in the production of his debut CD with the support of Fil Music’s hit hiphop album producer Thyro and hiphop artist Paw Chavez. “I wanted to create my own flavor and share my side of music that I haven’t heard yet from current recording artists. The album is more of house, hiphop, upbeat,” he said. “My album is actually just like me; it will get and keep you dancing. A listener will feel the urge to get up and dance when listening to any track.”

“My album can surely be enjoyed by all generations. My song ‘Ikaw Lamang’ is perfect for primetime TV viewers because it sounds like a teleserye theme song. ‘Katawan-Legs’ medley is for the laid back; ‘Miss Miss’ is for the hot chicks; while ‘So Fly’ and ‘Rockin’ Them Jeans’ is a treat to those who love hiphop music,” explained Enrique, whose musical influences are Chris Brown and Billy Crawford.

Meanwhile, when asked if he is ready to be compared once again with former “Princess And I” co-star and fellow Star Records artist Daniel Padilla, Enrique said ‘yes.’

“I’m used to it. I’ve been compared with DJ (Daniel’s nickname) as an actor since we started ‘Princess and I.’ But I think both of us are unique as recording artists. DJ’s genre is more of rock-alternative, while my album carries upbeat and dance tracks,” said Enrique, who dreams of collaborating with Bamboo, Yeng Constantino, and his friends from Flip Music like Ron Henley and Abra.

Under the production of Star Records, featured in ‘King of the GIL’ are seven tracks including his carrier single na ‘Oha (Kaya mo ba ‘to?),’ ‘Miss Miss,’ ‘Ikaw Lamang,’ ‘So Fly,’ ‘Katawan-Legs’ medley, ‘Tayo’y Magsayawan-Rock Baby Rock’ medley, and ‘Rockin’ Them Jeans’ featuring Tippy Dos Santos.

Enrique’s ‘King of the GIL’ album is now available on record bars nationwide for only P199. The tracks can also be downloaded via iTunes, Amazon.com and MyMusicStore.com.ph.

For more information visit Star Records’ Facebook fanpage at www.facebook.com/starrecordsphil or follow @starrecordsph on Twitter.

5AZ1 – New Boyband on the Block

STAGES has assembled five young, good looking and talented guys to form the talent management group’s boy band 5Az1. Their debut single, a remake of an Angela Boffil classic This Time I’ll Be Sweeter will be released in a few days.

5Az1, composed of Bryann, Rex, Jai, Mik, and Yang, was introduced in the TV5 singing competition Kanta Pilipinas, where they were a finalist. Since then, they have worked with some of the country’s finest musicians – most notable of which was their stint at the 2013 PhilPop Music Festival.

The boys’ recording of This Time I’ll Be Sweeter was supervised by The Company’s Moy Ortiz. Their rendition gives the Angela Boffil classic a certain updated feel, and a male point of view given to it.

5AZ1’s This Time I’ll Be Sweeter, produced by STAGES Music and distributed by Universal Records, will be available for downloads soon. The music video will also premiere on MYX.

Pitbull Stages ‘Global Warming Tour’ at the Mall of Asia Arena

PITBULL aka Mr. Worldwide and Mr. 305 is bringing the party to Manila for his Global Warming Tour on September 4th at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Global Warming Tour will feature the Grammy Award winner’s non-stop party hits, including Give Me Everything, Feel this Moment, Don’t Stop The Party, Back in Time, On The Floor, DJ Got Us Falling in Love, I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho), Hotel Room Service, Shut It Down, Hey Baby (Drop It to the Floor), Rain Over Me, Live It Up, International Love, Dance Again, and many more.

From his humble beginnings rapping on mix tapes and appearing in clubs in his hometown of Miami, Pitbull has gone on to become one of the world’s biggest and most sought after artists. He has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the business, achieving back to back hits with tracks such as “On the Floor”, “Dance Again” and “Live It Up” with Jennifer Lopez, “I Like It” with Enrique Iglesias, and “DJ Got Us Fallin’ In Love” with Usher. The list of superstar collaborations are countless, and have truly cemented him as one of the world’s most in-demand artists – whose career sales exceed 5 million albums and 40 million singles worldwide.

Pitbull has had #1 hits in more than 15 countries and his videos have been viewed more than 3 billion times. His world tour sold out concerts in Latin America, Canada and Europe, before bringing the party to the United States, Japan and Australia.

Pitbull’s new single from his critically acclaimed album Global Warming is another worldwide smash “Feel This Moment” featuring Christina Aguilera. The song is the third Top 10 hit from his Global Warming album, which also includes his global smash “Don’t Stop The Party” and “Back In Time,” the chart-topping anthem from the action-adventure-comedy Men In Black 3.

The Rolling Stone said “his global hustle can’t be stopped” and the Los Angeles Times called him “America’s savviest party starter ” but to complement his global success as an recording artist, Pitbull was currently featured in the 20th Century Fox Animated movie EPIC as Bufo.

PITBULL – Global Warming Tour: Live in Manila 2013 is presented by HUMAN, in cooperation with LINE. Tickets are available at SM Tickets outlets. To book, visit www.smtickets.com or call 470-2222. For more information about the concert, call Wilbros Live at 374-2222.

Juris Tops Jazz Chart in Singapore

Star Records’ platinum-selling and award-winning recording artist Juris has captured the hearts of international listeners as her international album “Dreaming of You” recently topped the jazz chart of Singapore’s popular record bar label, HMV.

Now tagged as the ‘Soothing Voice of Asia,’ Juris also conquered the digital market as her album made it to the list of top albums in iTunes Thailand and was one of the featured albums in iTunes Asia. Juris bested local Singaporean singers and even Grammy winner Norah Jones.

Presented with high fidelity mastering, Juris’ “Dreaming of You” was co-produced by Star Records and well-known Singaporean recording company S2S. The 12-track album features her soothing renditions of well-loved ballads including Janet Jackson’s “Again,” Bryan Adams’ “Everything I Do (I Do It For You),” Olivia Newton John’s “I Honestly Love You,” Diana Ross’ “Do You Know Where You’re Going To,” Celine Dion’s “I Love You Goodbye,” “Don’t Say Goodbye,” “Say You Love Me,” “If Wishes Came True,” “If You And Me,” “Wishes” and carrier single “Dreaming of You” that was originally sung by the late Latin singer Selina

Juris’ “Dreaming of You” album is now available on record bars nationwide for only P350. The tracks can also be downloaded via iTunes, Amazon.com and MyMusicStore.com.ph.

For more information visit Star Records’ Facebook fanpage at www.facebook.com/starrecordsphil or follow @starrecordsph on Twitter.

Sarah Geronimo Preps Up for 10th Anniversary Concert

Photos of Pop Royalty Sarah Geronimo are now spreading like wildfire online as she posed for a pictorial for her upcoming ‘Perfect 10′ concert at Smart Araneta Coliseum on November 15.

Sexier Sarah Geronimo poses for the camera as she gets ready for her Perfect 10 set on November 15 at the Araneta Coliseum

The photos showcased a sexier Sarah Geronimo taken on August 26 and posted on Instagram by her fellows.

Born Sarah Asher Tua Geronimo in Sampaloc, Manila, the 25 year-old singer-actress has already made gigantic waves in the Philippine showbiz industry since she rose to popularity thru Regine Velasquez-hosted talent search, Star for a Night in 2003.

Who would have thought that the 15 year-old girl back then would become such a big star that she is now? Who would have predicted that she’d sit as one of the judge-mentors in an even bigger talent search 10 years after?

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James Reid – ‘Alam N’ya Ba?’ Music Video

Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition winner James Reid has released the music video of his latest single called “Alam N’ya Ba?” Check it out!

“Alam N’ya Ba?” is the carrier single of James Reid’s self-titled debut album from Viva Records.

Directed by Emmanuel Bernardino, the video was shot in and around Roxas Boulevard and Luneta Park in Manila. James Reid’s female lead in the video is former Pop Girls member Nadine Lustre.

Watch the music video here:

Enrique Iglesias – ‘Turn The Night Up’ Music Video

Filipino-Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias has released the music video for his new single “Turn The Night Up.”

In an interview by Ryan Seacrest, Enrique shared how the song was written:

“You know how it started? I always walk around my house and am always joking around and there’s a phrase in the song that says ‘Gimme some of that.’ And I’m always saying that, saying ‘Gimme some of that’ and … doing a stupid little dance. [And] my girlfriend always starts laughing, so I went to the studio and said we’ve got to write the song around this!”

Watch the music video here:

Ariana Grande ft. Nathan Sykes – ‘Almost Is Never Enough’ Music Video

Ariana Grande and Nathan Sykes of the British group The Wanted collaborated for the former’s new single “Almost Is Never Enough.” According to reports, they are also dating!

“Almost is Never Enough” is the third single off Ariana Grande‘s debut studio album called “Yours Truly” which is set to be released on August 30, 2013. The track is part of the soundtrack of the movie “Mortal Instruments: City of Bones.”

The new female artist catapulted to fame via her first single “The Way” featuring Mac Miller which penetrated the Top 10 of Billboard Hot 100. Her second single was “Baby I.”

Watch the music video here: