World-renowned musician Ed Sheeran unveils his latest album, “Autumn Variations,” under Gingerbread Man Records, painting his personal and emotional journey with every tune. Crafted under the ingenious production of Aaron Dessner, the collection captures the soulful transitions of life, seasoned with Sheeran’s unique touch.
Inspiration Behind The Melodies
Last fall witnessed a transformative phase in Ed Sheeran’s life and that of his close friends. As summer’s fervor faded, they encountered myriad emotions – from serene calmness and resolutions to intense confrontations and collapses.
Using music as his expressive outlet, Sheeran penned down tracks that painted the evolving worldviews, both his and those of his companions. Each song oscillates between the elated peaks of new love and friendships and the melancholic valleys of heartbreak, isolation, and bewilderment.
A Nod to the Classics
The inspiration for the album’s name and concept traces back to the renowned composer Elgar and his magnum opus, ‘Enigma Variations’. In this classic, Elgar dedicated each of the 14 pieces to individual friends. Sheeran, taking a leaf out of this book, mirrored this approach, making “Autumn Variations” a heartfelt tribute.
The Creative Collaboration with Aaron Dessner
Recording sessions often reveal the magic or the discord between artists. For Sheeran and Dessner, it was instant chemistry. Their synergized efforts led to an incessant outpour of creativity, culminating in this album. Sheeran fondly reminisces about Dessner capturing autumn’s essence with impeccable finesse in the soundscapes they crafted together.
WATCH ED’S ALL-NEW LIVE PERFORMANCE VIDEO OF ‘AMERICAN TOWN’ WATCH HERE
For fans lucky enough to secure tickets, the Royal Albert Hall in London will echo with Sheeran’s live renditions from “Autumn Variations” on the 18th and 19th of November. Promising to be a musical feast, Sheeran is set to perform the album in its entirety. The evenings promise an amplified experience, with Sheeran being complemented by a live band and a string ensemble. Sadly, for many admirers, this stands as the lone opportunity to witness his live magic in the UK for the year.
Sneak Peek: “Autumn Variations” Tracklist
1. Magical 2. England 3. Amazing 4. Plastic Bag 5. Blue 6. American Town 7. That’s On Me 8. Page 9. Midnight 10. Spring 11. Punchline 12. When Will I Be Alright 13. The Day I Was Born 14. Head > Heels
“Autumn Variations” promises not just music, but an experience. It’s an exploration of the human heart and its responses to the world’s ever-changing rhythms. Don’t just listen; feel Ed Sheeran’s newest masterpiece.
People can’t just get enough of Taylor Swift. So Hard Rock Cafe is bringing back its Tribute Night to this phenomenal pop star on September 7. Showtime is at 8 pm. Shake it off with a fun performance by CIRCA, whose rendition of Swift’s biggest hits will keep you singing and dancing along.
If you’re feeling fearless, be at Hard Rock Cafe S Maison, Conrad Manila, swifties! Be there early and enjoy dinner feasting on new dishes and cocktails launched recently. For inquiries & reservations, contact (02) 89909809. Entrance fee is P500 inclusive of a beverage.
Then on September 6 and 13, soak up the rock vibes from the legendary band, Queen! “We Will Rock You, The Queen Tribute Night” will feature the all-time hits of this inimitable British band- a mix of glam rock heavy metal and camp theatrics. Think Bohemian Rhapsody, We Are The Champions, Another One Bites The Dust and more!
On September 6, The Queen Tribute Night will feature Innervoices and Bluegrass (P1,000 entrance fee inclusive of a beverage) while tribute bands, Lockdown, Innervoices and Bluegrass will perform on September 13 at Hard Rock S’Maison, Conrad Manila (P1,500 entrance fee inclusive of beverage).Showtime on both dates is at 7:00 pm.Don’t miss the chance to sing along to all your favorites and feel like a true rockstar, just like Queen!
To reserve seats, please call Hard Rock Cafe Manila (02) 89909808 and Hard Rock Cafe Makati (02) 79003353.
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He is known as half of the iconic duo Hall & Oates and will perform many of the duo’s popular hits, which include Maneater, Kiss On My List, Private Eyes, I Can’t Go For That (No Can Do), Out Of Touch, One On One, Say It Isn’t So, Rich Girl, Method Of Modern Love, Every Time You Go Away, She’s Gone, Sara Smile, and You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling, among others. He is also an inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as the best-selling duo of all time. Since 1972, during the Hall & Oates years until now, the Philadelphia soul man is still achieving career milestones more than four decades later, continuing to perform with his band to sold-out venues around the world.
Hall has come a long way, and in addition to his career mileage, he released his first retrospective album, “BeforeAfter”, on April 1, 2022. This is a compilation album of Daryl Hall’s solo work. Its 30 songs draw from his five studio albums: Sacred Songs (1980), Three Hearts in the Happy Ending Machine (1986), Soul Alone (1993), Can’t Stop Dreaming (1996), and Laughing Down Crying (2011), as well as from his running concert broadcast series, Live from Daryl’s House.
He is the star of his very own award-winning web series-turned-TV staple, Live from Daryl’s House, as well as a successful venue owner with “Daryl’s House,” a restored venue and live music space in Pawling, N.Y. One of the artists he featured in his webcast is Todd Rundgren, who will also be with him in his concert in the Philippines as his guest performer.
Daryl Hall’s concert is guaranteed to be an unforgettable night of great music and good times. This is promoted by Ovation Productions, with TapGo TV as the official media partner. Tickets are available at smtickets.com for 15,750 (SVIP) / 14,750 (VIP) / 12,750 (Patron) / 10,750 (Lower Box A) / 9,750 (Lower Box B) / 5,750 (Upper Box) / and 2,750 (Gen. Ad). Don’t miss your chance to see this legend perform live!
Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. is giving subscribers a chance to score tickets to TWICE 5TH WORLD TOUR ‘READY TO BE’ at the Philippine Arena on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, 2023.
The tour is the latest addition to this year’s stellar line-up for Smart Live, which gives subscribers access to exclusive perks and privileges to live concerts and events.
To secure tickets, simply go to these participating Smart Stores: August 18-19, 2023 at the Smart Store in Ayala Center Cebu and from August 25-26, 2023 at the Smart Store in SM Megamall.
Visit the TWICE booth at these participating Smart Stores and avail of Magic Data+ 649 or Magic Data+ 749 offers. Subscribers must top up Magic Data+ offers at said Smart Stores on the promo day to be considered valid. The required number of top-up varies based on your preferred ticket.
Next, present the GigaLife App to show proof of account or mobile number ownership, and proof of purchase of the Magic Data+ offers.
Subscribers may top up Magic Data+ to up to five registered Smart Prepaid numbers per ticket, as long as the required number of Magic Data+ top-up are met. Fans who will top up to more than one number must present proof of purchase on the GigaLife App or e-loading channels such as the subscriber’s number to whom Magic Data+ 649 or 749 was sent, and/or receipt of transaction.
Subscribers may claim one (1) ticket based on the Magic Data+ offer they availed of at the Smart Store. Ticket redemption is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Second concert in the Philippines
TWICE’s upcoming concert is their second visit to the Philippines since 2019.
The Philippine leg is part of the TWICE 5TH WORLD TOUR ‘READY TO BE’ that kicked off in Seoul early this year, which includes shows in Japan, Australia, the US, Singapore, Berlin, Thailand, Paris, and London.
The tour is in support of their 2023 EP – “READY TO BE.”
TWICE, the first Korean group to receive the coveted Breakthrough Award at the Billboard Women in Music Awards this year, is a nine-member group composed of Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu, who made their debut in 2015.
Fans can enjoy the best concert experience on-ground and instantly share their live moments with the rest of the world powered by Smart, the Philippines’ Fastest and Best Mobile Network as cited by Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence.
Smart clinched this prestigious recognition for three consecutive semesters – Q1-Q2 2022, Q3-Q4 2022, and most recently in Q1-Q2 2023.
Spend an evening with a true Philippine music legend as multi-awarded musician, composer, conductor, and 2018 National Artist for Music Ryan Cayabyab returns to The Peninsula Manila for Meet Me at The Pen: A Symphony of Talent Unveiled, a one-night-only pre-47th anniversary dinner concert at The Lobby on Thursday, August 10.
Bringing together the indelible legacy of Maestro Ryan Cayabyab, the music of multi-hyphenate chanteuse Nicole Asensio and the Ryan Cayabyab Singers, and the emerging voices of contemporary visual artists Mano Gonzales and Alaga, Meet Me at The Pen: A Symphony of Talent Unveiled will chronicle the past, present, and future of the 47-year history of The Peninsula Manila and its support of Filipino musical and visual talent.
In this dinner concert, Maestro Cayabyab will chronicle his life-long love affair with music, beginning with interpretations of the Great American Songbook by the likes of Gershwin to the funky sounds of Motown and The 5th Dimension. Together with the Ryan Cayabyab Singers, he will also be performing his original compositions that have made him the national artist that he is today. Nicole Asensio will be premiering two music videos and regaling guests with popular jazz tunes.
Five-course Dinner and Concert at P 8,800 (inclusive of taxes)
A budding visual artist himself, Cayabyab’s Meet me at The Pen: A Symphony of Talent Unveiled will coincide with The Peninsula Manila’s launch of its contemporary art program, Art in Resonance.
Nicole Asensio
For its Art in Resonance program, The Peninsula Manila has chosen to commission new works by emerging Filipino artists Mano Gonzales and Alaga that will be installed in The Lobby for guests and art aficionados to enjoy until September 30. The public pieces created by these artists will also be auctioned as NFTs (non-fungible tokens) or digital art collectibles, ushering The Peninsula Manila’s art ethos into the future with blockchain technology, in partnership with Scarlet Box, the premier blue chip NFT art launchpad in Asia.
Mano Gonzales’s work thinks through questions of politics, identity and gender, by examining a society’s vernacular memory. He is a self-taught artist based in Manila, who draws on a wide range of influences to create a body of work that includes drawing, sculpture, and fashion styling.
Alaga’s work is a celebration of queer ecology, and a call for the conservation and protection of Philippine biodiversity. They portray how our indigenous flora and fauna reflect the social, economic, spiritual, and ecological conditions of our archipelago, through textiles, performance, and illustration.
With Art in Resonance, The Peninsula Manila is continuing its decades-long contribution to the Philippine cultural ecosystem by providing working artists with financial and logistical support to realize complex projects in the form of public art. Panel discussions and tours will also be organized throughout Art in Resonance’s duration.
Seats for Meet Me at The Pen: A Symphony of Talent Unveiled are available at P 8,800 (inclusive of taxes) per person.
For inquiries or reservations forMeet me at The Pen: A Symphony of Talent Unveiled, please call (63 2) 8887-2888, extensions 6691 or 6694 (Restaurant Reservations) or email DiningPMN@peninsula.com. You may also visit peninsula.com, like The Peninsula Manila on Facebook and follow @thepeninsulamanila on Instagram.
Rarely do you come across an artist that is able to touch countless people simply by staying genuine to their feelings and their craft. This is why when 21-year-old singer-songwriter Benson Boone entered the music scene in 2021, he was quick to capture the hearts of people across the globe.
Now, fans in the Philippines have the opportunity to watch him perform live on August 5, 6 PM, at the Venice Piazza in McKinley Hill’s Venice Grand Canal Mall! Attendees are in for a night of heartfelt songs and emotion-infused vocals, especially with performances of his hit songs like “Ghost Town,” “In The Stars,” and “Little Runaway.”
Benson’s highly anticipated Philippine debut will be preceded by opening performances from local artists Jikamarie and Rangel, who both have made names for themselves in the Philippine music scene.
Written in the stars
It was as if fame came naturally for Benson, who started going viral almost immediately on TikTok once he started posting snippets of him singing an unreleased original song. One of the people he captivated with his talent was Imagine Dragons lead vocalist Dan Reynolds, who signed Benson to Night Street Records in partnership with Warner Records.
Shortly after he was signed, Benson released his debut track “Ghost Town,” which charted in 13 countries. Since then, he has earned more than 1.2 billion global streams to date, as well as praise from Billboard, who lauded his “restrained vocals” and Consequence, who dubbed the newcomer “an exciting new voice.”
Exploring new horizons
Just a few months ago, Benson released his eagerly awaited EP Pulse, which has already won the hearts of his fans. Included in his new selection of songs are “Coffee Cake,” a bouncy, boisterous take on laid-back breakfasts and sparkling conversations, the playful pop gem “Lovely Darling,” and his recent single, the introspective “What Was.”
Also included is the angsty “Sugar Sweet,” which highlights the singer’s dazzling vocal abilities, and has already amassed more than 18 million streams. Benson completes the EP with the bluesy arrangements and soaring choruses of “Little Runaway,” which almost feels like a throwback to the intimacy of his previous releases.
It seems there’s no stopping Benson Boone on his way to leaving a mark in today’s music industry. After his performance in Manila at the Venice Piazza, he’s also set to perform in Jakarta Indonesia, and Paris, France. Fans who want to know more about his upcoming shows can visit his official website, https://www.bensonboone.com.
Want to listen to Benson Boone’s top hits? Here’s a playlist just for you!
Across mobile, listeners will enjoy an easter egg that transforms the progress bar into BARBIE pink as fans listen to the official playlist.
A Living in a Barbie World destination for Free and Premium users on mobile and desktop featuring the Official Playlist and personalized playlists like our Barbie-inspired Hot Pink playlist along with y2k, Summer Pop and more.
Film footage from the BARBIE movie is now added to select tracks through Spotify Canvas, providing an immersive fan experience.
Atlantic Records has officially unveiled BARBIE THE ALBUM, the groundbreaking musical companion to the highly anticipated summer event film Barbie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as Barbie and Ken and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. The star-studded soundtrack is now available globally at all retailers and streaming services, featuring the recently announced track, “Man I Am,” from multi-platinum, GRAMMY®, BRIT, Golden Globe and Academy Award-winning artist, Sam Smith. The epic synth pop track was produced by the soundtrack’s executive producer, Mark Ronson alongside Ricky Reed and is written from the perspective of Ken. Further album highlights include Barbie star Ryan Gosling’s extraordinary, scene-stealing original song, “I’m Just Ken,” performed as his character, plus massive unreleased tracks from an unprecedented lineup of global superstars including Lizzo, Tame Impala, The Kid Laroi,HAIM, Khalid, Dominic Fike, Ava Max and GAYLE. See below for full tracklisting and watch the official soundtrack trailer HERE.
BARBIE THE ALBUM’s internet-breaking rollout first launched in May and the soundtrack has since become a critically acclaimed worldwide pop phenomenon, with more than 500M+ global streams and over 4B+ total social impressions to date across its electric singles and colossal videos. First came the electrifying lead single “Dance The Night” from 3x GRAMMY® Award-winning global superstar Dua Lipa, who also makes a special appearance in the film. Produced by Mark Ronson, Andrew Wyatt and the Picard Brothers, “Dance The Night” arrived alongside a dazzling official video featuring a special appearance from Barbie writer/director/executive producer Greta Gerwig (Little Women, Lady Bird) – watch HERE. Global recording artist KAROL G followed with her high-energy anthem, “WATATI(Ft. Aldo Ranks),” which was complemented by an official visual directed by Mike Ho (Nicki Minaj, Megan Thee Stallion, Saweetie) and stars KAROL as she enters the world of Barbie, shot on-site at the World of Barbie in LA – watch HERE. UK-based artist and producer PinkPantheress’ captivating track, “Angel,” dropped next, earning praise from THE NEW YORK TIMES for its “dreamy melody” as ELLE dubbed it “an unexpected party anthem.”
Global megastars Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice then teamed up to take over “Barbie World” with their iconic transformation of Aqua’s classic instantly trending with 600K+ creates across socials while its official TikTok sound boasts over 230M+ video views. First teased at the end of the global Barbie trailer, which hit over 40M views and reached #1 trending on YouTube, “Barbie World” made an explosive Top 10 debut on the BILLBOARD “Hot 100,” officially becoming the highest charting and streaming female rap debut of 2023. Watch the official visual, directed by Hannah Lux Davis and now approaching 28M views, HERE. Charli XCX’s “Speed Drive” continued the streak of hits from BARBIE THE ALBUM, garnering 10M+ streams and 6M+ TikTok views in its first week. The hottest new, history-making K-Pop group, FIFTY FIFTY’s “Barbie Dreams” arrived earlier this month, featuringAtlanta-bred rapper and viral “Area Codes” hitmaker, Kaliii and an interpolation of Janet Jackson’s “Together Again” – listen HERE. Last week saw the premiere of “What I Was Made For?” from the Oscar, Golden Globe and multiple GRAMMY® Award winning Billie Eilish, composed alongside and produced by her brother FINNEAS. The heart-rending ballad arrived with an official self-directed video – watch HERE.
BARBIE THE ALBUM continues the hugely successful partnership between Atlantic Records and Warner Bros. Pictures. The two companies previously teamed up for 2020’s BIRDS OF PREY: THE ALBUM which spawned the RIAA Certified 2x Platinum smash “Boss B*tch” by Doja Cat, along with the 2016’s GRAMMY® Award-nominated SUICIDE SQUAD: THE ALBUM, which topped album charts in over 70 countries around the world, including two consecutive weeks on the Billboard 200, and featured the RIAA Certified Diamond hit “Heathens” by Twenty One Pilots.
BARBIE THE ALBUM was executive produced by internationally renowned DJ and Oscar, Golden Globe and 7x GRAMMY® award winning artist and producer, Mark Ronson and Barbie writer/director/executive producer Greta Gerwig. The soundtrack album was Produced and overseen by Atlantic Records’ West Coast President, Kevin Weaver (Soundtrack Album Producer of The Greatest Showman, Suicide Squad, Daisy Jones & The Six,Birds Of Prey,Furious 7, The Fault in Our Stars, The Fate of the Furious) and Atlantic Records’ EVP and Co-Head of Pop/Rock A&R,Brandon Davis. Named by ROLLING STONE as a “soundtrack guru,” Weaver is a GRAMMY® Award winner and five-time nominee, who has produced numerous multi-platinum soundtrack projects that have amassed tens of millions of albums sold worldwide. Additional key players involved on the project include Soundtrack Album Co-Producers, Brandon Creed and Joseph Khoury, as well as the BarbieMusic Supervisor and Album Executive Producer, George Drakoulias.
WHAT CRITICS ARE SAYING ABOUT BARBIE THE ALBUM
Barbie definitely has some sick beats playing in those plastic headphones”– BILLBOARD “more memorable pop moments than most major motion picture soundtracks”– FADER “a veritable toybox of the biggest pop stars today”– GRAMMY.COM “BARBIE THE ALBUM is the gift that keeps on giving”–HYPEBAE “a frontrunner for album of the summer” – THE DAILY BEAST “The Barbie soundtrack is a pop lover’s dream” – ESQUIRE “a stellar musical experience” – FORBES
ABOUT THE FILM BARBIE
To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place. Unless you have a full-on existential crisis. Or you’re a Ken. Warner Bros. Pictures Presents a Heyday Films Production, a LuckyChap Entertainment Production, an NB/GG Pictures Production, a Mattel Production, Barbie. The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures and released in theaters only nationwide on July 21, 2023 and internationally beginning July 19, 2023. Directed by Greta Gerwig, Barbie stars Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Issa Rae, Rhea Perlman, and Will Ferrell. The film is written by Greta Gerwig & Noah Baumbach, based on “Barbie” by Mattel, and produced by David Heyman, Margot Robbie, Tom Ackerley and Robbie Brenner. The executive producers are Gerwig, Baumbach, Ynon Kreiz, Richard Dickson, Michael Sharp, Josey McNamara, Courtenay Valenti, Toby Emmerich and Cate Adams. The film’s music supervisor is George Drakoulias, with music by Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt.
BARBIE THE ALBUMTRACKLIST
Lizzo – Pink
Dua Lipa – Dance The Night
Nicki Minaj & Ice Spice – Barbie World (with Aqua)
Get ready to revel in a symphony of nostalgic hits as celebrated singer-songwriter, Ice Seguerra, takes the stage as the opening act for the sensational Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill Anniversary Tour! This incredible musical event, scheduled for August 1 and 2, 2023, at the Mall of Asia Arena, is brought to us by Ovation Productions.
Source: Ice Seguerra FB
Ice Seguerra, famed for his soulful voice, poignant songwriting, and emotion-packed performances, he has consistently won the hearts of his audiences. His breakthrough hit “Pagdating ng Panahon” from 2001 propelled him into the limelight and launched a successful music career. Seguerra has since woven his magic into the hearts of music lovers across the nation. And now, with Seguerra on the stage before Morissette, the audience is guaranteed two unforgettable nights of mesmerizing music.
Alanis Morissette, the voice that defined the ’90s, took the world by storm with her revolutionary album, “Jagged Little Pill”. Her music, with its raw honesty and relatability, has resonated with fans globally. Hits like “Ironic,” “You Oughta Know,” and “Hand in My Pocket” quickly turned into anthems for her generation. Her music continues to echo with generations of fans, making her concerts a unique blend of nostalgia and fresh appreciation.
The highly anticipated Manila concert of Alanis Morissette is promoted by Ovation Productions, with TAPGO.TV playing the role of the official media partner. Even after multiple postponements due to COVID, the excitement for the event remains sky-high.
Day 2 concert tickets are still up available at smtickets.com. Prices range from 2,750 (Gen Ad) to 14,750 (SVIP). With Ice Seguerra’s heart-stirring performance setting the mood and Alanis Morissette’s iconic numbers making the night, this is one musical extravaganza you wouldn’t want to miss!
For more information about the concert, check out the official website and Facebook page of Ovation Productions. Don’t miss out on the updates! Keep the following hashtags handy: #OvationProductions #AlanisMorissetteLiveInManila
Much anticipation has surrounded Barbie the Movie, and it’s no secret that the same can be said about its soundtrack. The songs featured throughout the film have been revealed one by one, from superstar Dua Lipa’s electrifying “Dance the Night” to rap queens Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice’s “Barbie World,” which is an iconic take on Aqua’s song “Barbie Girl.”
Another exciting addition to the Barbie the Album is the high-energy track from K-Pop group FIFTY FIFTY “Barbie Dreams,” which also features Atlanta bred rapper Kaliii. The track uses an interpolation of Janet Jackson’s “Together Again,” adding a hint of nostalgic appeal.
With such a diverse and talented set of artists, it’s no wonder that even its soundtrack is adding to the film’s hype. Luckily, Filipino fans who are excited to listen to the entire Barbie the Album are in for a treat – Warner Music Philippines is partnering with the Studio Dance Club for an exclusive album pre-release Dance Blowout Party! This event is set to happen on July 20th, 2023, 7 PM, a day ahead of Barbie’s world premiere.
Barbie’s night out
Attendees will have the chance to dance the night with five dance instructors who will teach all the Barbies and Kens to move to the album’s tracks. Everyone is invited to come in their best Barbiecore and Ken-ergy outfits – a perfect match to the venue’s Barbie-inspired décor.
Themed Barbie and Ken drinks will be available for all of the attendees, and dinner will be served on the house. A disco-themed photo area will also be set up inspired by Dua Lipa’s ‘Dance the Night’ music video.
To get an invitation to this dance-fueled night, interested attendees simply have to sign up through this form.
It’s a Barbie world!
Those who can’t attend the dance party can still catch other colorful, Barbie-fied activities. One of these is the BarbieLand set up on the SM Mall of Asia Atrium, where anyone will be able to step into Barbie’s world. This includes life-sized displays, Barbie-themed donuts and drinks, and a mirror-and-jukebox set-up to sing along to the album’s hottest pre-released tracks, and take fabulous photos in the process.
Additionally, an advanced screening for Barbie the Movie is set to happen, along with none other than the Divine Divas – Precious Paula Nicole, Viñas Deluxe, and Brigiding. This dazzling trio will be performing to the album’s pre-released tracks, further adding to the excitement that the Barbie movie already brings.
Barbie the Movie premiers worldwide on July 21, 2023, and premiers in the Philippines on July 19, 2023. The Barbie the Album deluxe version is set for release on July 28, 2023.
Ready to get your groove on? Listen to the Barbie the Album tracks here.
