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Likhang HABI Market Fair returns, weaves heritage and elegance in a 3-day affair

The Philippine Textile Council (HABI) has announced the return of the annual Likhang HABI Market Fair at the Glorietta Activity Center from October 14 to 16, 2022.

Now in its 12th year, the Likhang HABI Market Fair will have more than 60 vendors offering handmade pieces, like woven fabrics, ready-to-wear clothes, home accessories, and even locally made furniture and pottery.

Event stylist Kitty Bunag has been tasked to transform the Glorietta Activity Center into a heritage hub showcasing the best creations from some of the most celebrated artisans around the Philippines. “The overall look and feel for the Habi Market Fair will be inspired by outdoor souks and markets here and in other parts of the world. Vendor booths will be made of wood and canvas where each retailer can best showcase their products. Textiles hanging from dried ornamental trees serve as the main focal of the venue. We’re creating a space that will be familiar for both local and foreign patrons,“ says Bunag.

Showcased during the 3-day fair are homegrown brands Abek Home & Culture, Abre Linea, Accelerate Sulu, Adante Leyesa, Aishe Fashion, Angie’s Yakan Handloom Weaving, Anihan sa Ibaan, Aruga Handwovens, Balud Craft, Bicol Sweetgrass Handicrafts, Camisa Amana, Cariñosa, Casa Garcia, Coco & Tress, Crafted Pilipinas, Creative Definitions, Ditta Sandico, En Barong Filipino, Gifts and Graces, Habi, Helena Alegre Sculptural Jewelry, Idyllic Summers, Ifugao Nation, Iraya Mangyan Art, Jor-El Espina, Kalinga Weaving, Kaya Mana PH, Knitting Expedition, La Bonne Vie, La Herminia, Lakat Sustainables, Local Home + Art + Fashion, Mabaysay, MCV Designs, Milvidas, Monica Madrigal, Narda’s Nina Abel, Pidayit, Piesa, Pina Seda Primera, PNay, Provenciana, Raquel’s Piña Cloth Products, Ruby Roa with Lila Lifestyle, Rurungan Collective, Siegrid Bangyay Pottery, Silahis Arts and Artifacts, Style Isle, Tadeco Home, The Manila Collectible Co, Tinampuso, Tuwas Yakan Weavers, WeaveManila Inc., Woven, WVN Living, and WYC Wear Your Culture.

As a member of the ASEAN Traditional Textile Symposium, part of HABI: The Philippine Textile Council’s mission is to promote the art of hand-weaving and provide opportunities for talented Filipino artisans to showcase their products to an eager market.

Being the first of its kind in the country, the fair will also feature two uniquely Filipino competitions: the annual Lourdes Montinola Piña Weaving Competition and, starting this year, the Eloisa Hizon Gomez Abaca Competition. Contestants are going to be judged by a panel of experts on Philippine textiles, processes, and materials.

“This is our fifth year of holding the piña competition and since we’ve had it, we’ve noticed that artisans working on piña have been leveling up,” says HABI president Adelaida Lim.

Council member Mike Claparols shared that HABI’s greatest contributions include encouraging weaving communities to use cotton and educating the public about the painstaking art form that is hand weaving.

He explains, “A lot of consumers think that hand-woven fabrics are too expensive. Many try to bargain with weavers by asking for big discounts. What they don’t know is that weaving is a learned skill that requires time and dedication to master.”

“We’re the first in this line of promoting indigenous fabrics as fashion,” says Maribel Ongpin, Founder of HABI. “Second, while most of the other bazaars have reached a sophisticated level, we continue to go grassroots.”

Ultimately, the three-day fair is HABI’s biggest and most talked about fundraising activity. Aside from direct donations from individuals and companies, the fair is one of the main sources of funding for the council’s projects, which includes preservation of the art of weaving, educating consumers, and pushing locally made products and artists to the national — and global — market.

“As a country, we carry important fibers like piña and abaca that are uniquely ours. [These] are world-renowned. Since museums in the world feature [these pieces, it’s] considered a legacy of Filipino craftsmanship, identity, and the nation,” Ongpin concludes.

Likhang HABI Market Fair 2022 is made possible by the generous contribution of council sponsors: Glorietta Mall, Ayala Center, Union Bank of the Philippines, The Philippine Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), AY Foundation, Emerging Power Inc., Marubeni Philippines Corporation, Holiday Inn & Suites Makati, Far Eastern University (FEU), and Pancake House with radio partners DZRH Manila, RPN DYKB Bacolod City, and DYRF Cebu City.

For more information about HABI: The Philippine Textile Council, please call +63 921 849-6974 or email support@habiphilippinetextilecouncil.com.

October 12, 2022
Meat Up with Gabbi & Khalil Offers Quality Steak Dishes Below P500 via CloudEats

CloudEats has launched another brand that’s created in collaboration with two of today’s biggest Filipino celebrities– real-life couple Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos.

Meat Up with Gabbi & Khalil is the latest celebrity-owned CloudEats brand that focuses on steaks, with the aim of making the fancy dish more affordable and accessible to everyone in the city, without compromising its expected quality.

CloudEats, the restaurant group of cloud kitchens has already collaborated with the likes of Pia Wurtzbach, Rhian Ramos, and more, offering food delivery options with the preservation of the elevated dining experience in mind.

Sumptuous Steak & Roast Beef Offerings

The highlights of Meat Up’s current menu are three steak dishes that can cover your different cravings throughout the day– a menu created by CloudEats’ Chef Carlo Miguel with dishes handpicked by Gabbi and Khalil themselves.

Their Steak Salad is perfect for one’s light but meat-seeking cravings. It’s a delish Bolzico beef steak smacked on top of a bed of vegetables, fusing both the goodness of meat and leafy greens.

For a fancy meal at home, their Roast Beef with Rice is the way to go! Enjoy a sumptuous roast beef steak with creamy gravy, garnished with corn, carrots, and string beans, and served with some hot rice to complete a perfect match.

Solve your snack time musings with their BBQ Roast Beef Sandwich! Revel in a BBQ-infused roast beef with caramelized onions and wasabi mayo, packed between soft brioche buns.

“It’s like food bowls with steak for every occasion, so you can make everyday special with Meat Up,” explains Gabbi Garcia. “We both love going on date nights, and one of our favorite foods to eat is steak. Who doesn’t love steak? Meat Up is exactly that,” adds Khalil Ramos.

Give in to Your Cravings via GrabFood

Ready to have a Meat Up with Gabbi and Khalil’s curated lineup of savory and meaty offerings? You can now order from Meat Up hassle-free and available 24/7, exclusively via GrabFood. For more information, visit Meat Up with Gabbi & Khalil’s social media pages on Facebook and Instagram. You can also visit the CloudEats website.

October 11, 2022
Hard Rock International Celebrates 23rd Annual PINKTOBER Campaign by Partnering with World-Renowned Chef Dominique Crenn

Hard Rock International continues to support breast cancer awareness and research with its 23^rd annual PINKTOBER campaign taking place throughout the month of October. Starting October 1, Hard Rock locations around the world will participate in fundraising efforts supporting the Hard Rock Heals Foundation®, the charitable arm of Hard Rock®, with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society and local charities. Hard Rock has donated millions of dollars toward breast cancer research over the last 22 years of the PINKTOBER campaign. Last year, Hard Rock raised over $700,000, representing the largest amount the company has fundraised since the inception of the program back in 2000.

Kicking off this year’s PINKTOBER activations is a special partnership and highly-anticipated dinner series with world-renowned chef and breast cancer survivor Dominique Crenn. Hard Rock will also offer PINKTOBER limited-edition menu items.

“It’s with great honor and pride that Hard Rock International supports those affected by breast cancer across the globe with our 23^rd annual PINKTOBER. All is One is a Hard Rock motto that we are thrilled to see come to life each year through our work with American Cancer Society, community members, team members and local charities, benefitting such an important cause,” said Jon Lucas, Chief Operating Officer of Hard Rock International. “This year, we’re proud to partner with Chef Dominique Crenn, a breast cancer survivor, who shares our passion in raising awareness and giving back to local charities and communities.”

Hard Rock Café Manila is supporting this global initiative by partnering with ICanServe Foundation, Inc., a breast cancer advocacy group. A portion of the sales from the Pinktober menu items will be donated to the said foundation.

Partnership with Chef Dominique Crenn

This year, Hard Rock is teaming up with world-renowned French Chef and breast cancer survivor, Dominique Crenn, who is currently the only female chef in the United States to attain three Michelin Stars for her restaurant Atelier Crenn, in San Francisco, California. In partnership with Crenn, Hard Rock created a limited-time menu item of Baja Style Shrimp Tacos exclusively available at Hard Rock Cafes around the world, with a portion of proceeds donated to a local charity chosen by the Cafes. Crenn also hosted a curated dinner series kicking off at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood with events at Abiaka Wood Fire Grill on September 27 and Hard Rock Cafe on September 28, followed by a special dinner at Hard Rock Hotel New York on October 7. Invited guests include fellow breast cancer survivors, caretakers and American Cancer Society supporters.

For more information on Hard Rock International and how you can support PINKTOBER visit www.hardrock.com/pinktober.

October 11, 2022
CCP Exhibits 21AM Collection at Arthaland

THE Cultural Center of the Philippines through its Visual Arts and Museum Division will mount select artworks from the CCP 21AM collection for exhibition at the Arthaland Century Pacific Tower from October 13 to November 13, 2022.

Billed as Details & Abstractions: Selections from the Cultural Center of the Philippines 21AM Collection, the exhibition is one of the CCP’s visual arts activities aimed at making the collection available for thematic exhibitions to be shown at partner venues.

The exhibition will have its opening reception live streamed at the Facebook pages of CCP, CCP VAMD, and Arthaland on October 13 at 6pm.

Given the closure of the CCP’s Main Building for a 2-year renovation work beginning 2023, off-site exhibitions are being lined up in order to continue showcasing the CCP 21AM collection to the public.

As a kick off to the exhibition roadshow, and in celebration of October as Museum and Galleries Month, the CCP Visual Arts and Museum Division has partnered with Arthaland for an exhibition at the ground floor lobby of Arthaland Century Pacific Tower (ACPT) at 5th Avenue corner 30th St., Bonifacio Global City.

Arthaland was chosen as the venue to host the said off-site exhibition as it is the first building in the world to be certified by the International Finance Corporation, a member of the World Bank Group, as zero carbon under its EDGE program, the acronym for Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiency. In addition to its world-class design and its superior quality construction, Arthaland’s sustainable features serve to enhance its occupants’ mental and physical health similar to how art brings about immeasurable benefits to an individual’s as well as the entire communities’ well-being.

October 11, 2022
Max’s Restaurant Celebrates 77th Anniversary with Pinoy Deals, Collabs, and Surprises
Max’s Restaurant, the iconic Filipino restaurant chain famous for its Sarap-to-the-Bones® Fried Chicken is celebrating its 77^th anniversary this October. From its humble beginnings in the Scout Tuazon home of Maximo Gimenez and his niece Ruby Trota in the aftermath of the Second World War, the brand has served generations of families both in the Philippines and across the globe with its iconic heritage dishes and lasting memories. Thus, as a way to gives thanks to fans gained through the years, special deals and surprises are lined up throughout the entire month.

1945 BUNDLE

Since 1945, Max’s has been the go-to place for sumptuous Pinoy dishes. To mark this memorable year, its offering the 1945 bundle which consists of the following favorites, new and old:
- Regular Whole Chicken
- Lechon Kawali Kare-Kare
- Any Regular Pancit
- Medium Buko Pandan
- Pepsi Pitcher or 1.5L Pepsi Bottle
- Large Plain Rice
The set is priced at only P1,945, offering savings of as much as P725. It can be purchased for dine-in, take-out, or delivery. Orders can be made through delivery.maxchicken.com or 888-79000 (Metro Manila).

SPECIAL SWEET TREATS

Any celebration calls for sweet treats! Starting October 14, Max’s will be offering its Anniversary Message Cake through its Max’s Corner Bakery imprint, designed to bring joy to any occasion. It’s a soft, fluffy chiffon cake designed with elegant rosette buttercream icing and colorful sprinkles in vibrant, unexpectedly modern hues. Guests can choose from three all-time favorite flavors to indulge in–Vanilla, Mocha, and Chocolate for only P549 (dine-in).

Further commemorating the brand’s 77^th anniversary, it’s also offering P77 off for every purchase of a box of six Ensaimadas (Classic, Yema, or Chocolate) or Mamon starting October 7. Mark that calendar to get this awesome deal. This is available in Luzon stores except Naga and Palawan.

PINOY CELEBRATION STICKERS

As brand that is proudly Filipino, Max’s will be collaborating with popular Pinoy artists for limited-edition sticker packs that reflect the fun and vibrant culture of the country as well as the brand’s signature favorite dishes. This year, the brand is glad to partner with award-winning illustrator Robert Alejandro, one of the pillars of Papemelroti; critically-acclaimed artist Manix Abrera, the man behind the popular Kikomachine Komix; and Chinggay Nuque, widely known as Tita Witty, the creator and co-owner of fun and humorous journals of Witty Will Save the World.
There are more deals and surprises to watch out for, so October is definitely going to be one exciting month. For more information, visit the official Facebook page at @MaxsRestaurant and use the hashtag #Maxs77Years and #EveryDayToTheMax
October 10, 2022
‘Doll House’: Baron Geisler, Althea Ruedas, & Director Marla Ancheta Talk About Netflix’s New Drama Film

Soon to join Netflix’s Pinoy gems such as Through Night and Day and My Amanda is a new heartwarming film from director Marla Ancheta titled Doll House.

Starring Baron Geisler and the young Althea Ruedas, this new flick from the Finding Agnes director tells the story of a rock band singer Rustin, who has a troubled past. Due to drug addiction, Rustin abandoned his wife Sheena, and their baby Yumi. Years later in the Netherlands, Rustin finds the opportunity to become Yumi’s babysitter without her knowing about their blood ties, and tries to rekindle their long-lost relationship.

In a recent roundtable interview with the press, director Marla Ancheta, Baron Geisler, and Althea Ruedas talked about how the film took shape.

When the trailer dropped, viewers quickly saw Baron Geisler as fit for his role in the film, having been cast as an antagonist in many shows and films, but it was the hint of a dramatic redemption that really pumped the viewers. According to director Ancheta, the film’s producer suggested that Baron play Rustin, and she was on board with the idea immediately.

“I really want to touch the story of a family, relationship, and of course, since we have these good actors, kailangan maging believable ito na mag-ama kayo… Basically, dun ako mas naka-focus. It’s really more of how to deliver the characters at the same time, nasusundan mo kung paano nagde-develop yung relationship nilang mag-ama,” explained the director.

Geisler also talked about accepting the role: “What’s not to say ‘yes’ to? It’s a big project with Netflix, it’s a worldwide movie, it’s a big-budget film, and it’s a good role,” said Baron. “Now I’m on my knees, praying that I get to sustain this and get more substantial roles like this.”

Photo courtesy of Netflix

Furthermore, Baron Geisler also shared how the role came at the right time, just a few months after he promised his wife that he’d be in his own Netflix film.

“One time, me and my wife were watching Netflix, A Faraway Land,” says Baron. “I’m a good friend, best friend ko si Paolo Contis. Nagustuhan namin yung pelikula, and then my wife, nakita kong na-sad siya, na parang she wanted something like that for me. And then I said, you know what, one day I’m gonna have a film like that.

“And then I called up Paolo, I said ‘Pao, angganda ng pelikula mo pang-Hollywood! I love you! Congratulations! Walang jealousy to, punong-puno ng gratitude. Then simula nun, dun ako nagkaroon ng revelation na if you have this authentic appreciation for another actor, another film, and I want the same na mangyari sa akin, then God will give it to me, and wala pa yatang dalawang buwan biglang tinawagan ako for this film,” the actor added.

Photo courtesy of Netflix

As for Baron’s young co-star Althea, she shares that the atmosphere on set was fun, but at first, she also got nervous when she got the role. “Super nervous and excited po ako nung nalaman ko po na nakuha ko po yung role. Nervous because they’re all big stars na po, mga kasama ko po, pero excited po kasi it’s my first movie in Netflix po kaya thankful po ako kay Papa Jesus na binigay Nya po sakin ‘to,”

Asked about their favorite parts on the film and during the shoot, Althea tells the press: “Ang favorite scenes ko po talaga, yung mga bonding time po nila Yumi and Rusty, kasi talagang hindi po kami nag-aacting nun. Talagang nag-eenjoy lang po kami.”

Baron adds, “One of the best things that really got to me was the father-daughter love story. Me reconnecting with my daughter and the realization that I have a lot of unfinished business in life. And also, masasabi ko na heart and soul din ng movie na ‘to, malaking part si Direk Marla, because she has guided Althea and I all through out.”

Photo: Netflix

The film also stars Mary Joy Apostol, Phi Palmos, Katreena Beron, Izah Hankammer, Alwyn Uytingo, and Ricardo Cepeda. Doll House is now streaming on Netflix.

October 10, 2022
New World Makati Hotel’s Cafe 1228 Fully Reopens with Their Sumptuous Spreads of Local & International Cuisines

New World Makati Hotel‘s in-house buffet restaurant Cafe 1228 has recently reopened its dinner buffet, officially bringing back its all-you-can-eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner for guests. Through their overflowing spreads, the hotel continues to deliver service of the highest quality, not only through their hospitality but also through good food!

Located on the ground floor of the New World Makati Hotel, Cafe 1228 offers a spacious interior that can seat up to 90 diners, with wooden accents, chic furniture, and tables that cater to groups both large and small. The restaurant has seven buffet stations that offer indulgent cuisines ranging from Western to Asian and local offerings. They also offer pasta, noodle dishes, and meat and seafood that are fresh off the pan!

Photo: New World Makati on Facebook

For starters, one can dive into their charcuterie station and have your pick on their assortment of cheese, bread, and butter. You can also opt for their selection of salads for a light appetizer.

There are plenty of choices for the main course, as a buffet should, and you sure can find the dishes that would suit your senses with their wide selection of cuisines.

At the carving station, you can enjoy a savory beef brisket on the weekdays and some equally sumptuous ribeye on the weekend. Also part of the station are sausages, chicken, and pork spareribs that are prepped and cooked right in front of you. As for their western offerings steeped in sauce, we got to try their Blue Marlin with bell pepper and mint leaves; Roast Beef with mushroom; and some Pork Stew.

If you fancy Italian, you can also have your pick of pasta and mix-ins and the chef will prepare it for you, and on weekends, you can dig into their hand-tossed pizza that’s fresh off of their oven.

Take a turn at their Japanese station, and you are greeted with seven kinds of sushi, miso soup, and some crisp and crave-worthy tempura– fish and vegetables on the weekdays, and shrimp on the weekends.

Across this station, you can grab more Asian selections such as a hearty bowl of noodles and different kinds of dim sum including pork and beef siomai, siopao, and chicken feet. You can also take your pick on their seafood selections and have them prepared by the chef.

They also have a station dedicated to more delicious offerings from Asia, including Korean Fried Chicken, our very own beef tapa, Chow Mein, and more. These selections are in rotation, keeping their buffet lineup fresh and seasonal.

When you avail the buffet, you also get access to a free flow of drinks such as soda and juices, but if you’d like to add spirit to your meal, they also offer a free flow of red wine, white wine, and local beer for an additional P588 nett.

Finish off your hearty meal at Cafe 1228 with their lineup of sweet desserts, including cheesecakes, ube halaya, pudding, and other sweet treats.

If you want to have a filling breakfast buffet at Cafe 1228, you can enjoy local and international morning staples such as bacon, chicken and pork sausages, hashbrowns, baked beans, egg dishes, and more. The carving station calls with its forest ham paired with grilled vegetables, while you can also have your pick on Pinoy favorites such as beef tapa, chicken tocino, daing nab angus, traditional pork adobo, and more.

Other breakfast items include miso soup, grilled salmon or white fish in teriyaki sauce, tamago with teriyaki sauce and bonito flakes, beef and chicken noodles soup, and an array of charcuterie and cheeses.

To welcome you back at Cafe 1228, they are treating customers with 50% off at only P1,500 nett (from P3,000 nett) on weekdays and P1,700 nett (from P3,400 nett) on weekends for lunch and dinner when they sign up for free to the hotel’s Club Epicure loyalty program or present their BDO or RCBC Bankard credit card. For group reservations, Cafe 1228 also offers a 5+1 promo. Daily breakfast is priced P1,200 nett.

For online reservations, you can book via: https://bit.ly/NWCafe1228Reservation or contact them through: +63288116888 ext. 3679, fbreservations.manila@newworldhotels.com, or via Viber and Whatsapp at +639178884194.

For the latest updates and promos at New World Makati Hotel, visit their website at manila.newworldhotels.com and follow their official Facebook and Instagram accounts.

October 10, 2022
Filipino Podcasts Top Spotify Charts
It’s no secret that Filipinos are always in search of a good conversation. Spotify data has revealed that the Philippines has seen more than 60% growth in time spent listening to podcasts in the last 12 months, with local shows leading the charge. Top shows include:
Filipino Podcasts Top Spotify Charts

Carl Zuzarte, Spotify’s Head of Studios for Southeast Asia shares, “We want Pinoys to think of podcasts as their daily audio habit that provides a moment to pause and reflect on rich and inspiring stories. Local connections and storytelling are intrinsic to human identity and a primal form of expression.”

From talking about hugots in life to a quick comedy fix, Spotify data revealed that local podcasts spanning across Love & Relationships, Wellness, and Entertainment genres resonated the most with Pinoy listeners.

In celebration of Spotify creators, Carl Zuzarte, Head of Studios of Spotify Southeast Asia, sat down with podcasters at an event today to discuss the future of Filipino audio and the importance of championing local creators. Creators from MavLine on Me, Paano ba Ito the Podcast and Ang Walang Kwentang Podcast share how their fans relate to the intimate conversations hosted on Spotify.

Topics on shared experiences, like childhood habits, for example, really get Pinoy audiences talking, according to Antoinette Jadaone and JP Habac of Spotify Exclusive Ang Walang Kwentang Podcast (AWK). “It’s important to us that our podcasts sound–and feel–like a conversation among best friends”, renowned film director Antoinette Jadaone, one-half of AWKshares. “Through Spotify’s easily accessible stats and audience demographics feature for podcasters, we found out that Filipinos, who are working overseas in the United States, Maldives and Kenya, look forward to our shows as it gives them a taste of home. Spotify’s massive platform enables us to build communities that extend across the globe.”

They also noted that podcasts have given Filipinos an avenue to explore and stretch their creative legs.

“People are used to seeing Kyline and I give short responses or rehearsed answers. With Spotify creating a space that enables long and thoughtful conversations, it allows our listeners to get to know us in an authentic way,” shares Mavy Legaspi, Creator of Spotify Original MavLine on Me

“We are thrilled that our growing range of Spotify podcasts entertain Filipinos and connect them to creators and content. This serves as a motivation for us to continuously innovate and uplift creativity in the Philippines.” shares Zuzarte.
October 10, 2022
Rock Entertainment Launching A new 24/7 Action Movie Channel, Rock Action

Rock Entertainment Holdings, an international content distributor and channel operator is set to launch a new 24/7 action movie channel, ROCK Action, in December 2022. ROCK Action will be a new addition to the Rock bouquet of content brands that includes ROCK Entertainment, Global Trekker, ZooMoo, Love Nature 4K, Outdoor Channel and more.

ROCK Action will be the ultimate movie destination for movie buffs and audiences who are seeking non-stop high adrenaline content. The channel will be packed with movies from the action, horror, crime, disaster, sci-fi and suspense genres. The audience will find nothing on Rock Action other than movies that make their heart pump faster and keep them on the edge of their seat!

“We are working very closely with partners and listening to their needs and wants. The team at Rock Entertainment is constantly exploring and pushing our limits to bring in the best entertainment we could to our audience and partners. We are both excited and invested to make ROCK Action a success.” said Beatrice Lee, CEO of Rock Entertainment Holdings. At launch, the channel’s lineup will include a slew recent as well as library action films from Paramount and Sony. In addition, the channel will have a steady supply of new Hollywood films never seen before in the region from leading independent Hollywood film distributors that specialize in the action genre. For many of the films, additional rights such as TVOD and branded SVOD will be on offer as well for platforms carrying ROCK Action. Audiences can look forward to movies that are First on linear TV just short time after initial global release of the film and also be spoiled with more choices as the Rock team is on a never-ending quest to seek the best entertainment from all studios.

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ABOUT

Rock Entertainment Holdings distributes content via Linear Pay-TV channels, branded and unbranded basis across the globe. Our content offering includes natural history, lifestyle, factual, entertainment, short-form digital and pre-school kids programming.

We have a catalog of 2,000+ hours of content, including the largest 4K natural history offering on the market. Rock Entertainment’s channel business offers a portfolio of media brands such as Love Nature 4K, ZooMoo Networks (International), Smithsonian Channel (Asia, Middle East & Africa + Turkey), ROCK Entertainment (Asia), ROCK Extreme (Asia), Makeful (Asia), Global Trekker (Asia) and Outdoor Channel.

We engage audiences worldwide across multiple platforms, including television, digital, OTT and live events. The company is headquartered in Singapore, with distribution globally.

For more information about Rock Entertainment holdings and the brands visit: www.rockentertainment.com

ROCK Action is the ultimate movie destination for non-stop action-packed movies from thrillers to adventure, indie films to box office hits, and more! Action fans get ready for 24/7 adrenaline pumping that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

October 10, 2022
I Belong To The Zoo Breathes New Life Into Hit Song “Hands To Heaven”

OPM listeners will surely have a refreshing listening experience as I Belong To The Zoo puts on a new flavor to “Hands To Heaven”, a song originally performed by English new wave band Breathe during the 80’s and eventually became popular in the Philippine airwaves during the early-mid 2000s.

The band, fronted by singer-songwriter Argee Guerrero is not a rookie anymore when it comes to doing versions of the songs they love, evident in different song covers they share on their official YouTube channel since the pandemic began. Leading to the release of the song, the band shared cryptic teasers on social media with a hashtag #XBXX.

As their fans would expect, IBTTZ’s “Hands To Heaven” has an alternative rock feel to it and it’s obvious that the group poured their soul in making this rendition. With beefy electric guitar tones and smooth vocals, I Belong To The Zoo indeed has a unique way of channeling the song’s core message to their listeners. Both compelling and cathartic, this version will relieve your sadness for sure. The band also filmed an official performance video to support this latest release (WATCH HERE)

“Hands To Heaven” by I Belong To The Zoo is part of Spotify’s New Music Friday Philippines playlist. Stream it now on your favorite digital platforms.

October 10, 2022