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| Meet Hara, the breakthrough six-member all-girl P-Pop group from Davao City known for their commanding stage presence and undeniable charisma. (Image Source: Orange Magazine PH/Sony Music Entertainment Philippines) |
Emerging as one of the most prominent P-Pop exports from Davao City, Hara is steadily gaining attention for their commanding stage presence and undeniable charisma. The six-member girl group, whose name is derived from a pre-colonial term that means “beauty” and “strength,” carries their identity with intention. They are currently managed by Unique Music Management, led by Paul Widger, best known for his work with Craig David. The breakthrough P-Pop group shares, “Being the first 100% homegrown P-pop group from Davao under Unique Music Management is something we’re really proud of. They believed in our potential and helped guide us creatively while still allowing us to express stories and emotions. Their mentorship pushed us to aim for high quality in our performance, sound, and overall artistry.”
Hara recently secured a recording deal with Sony Music Entertainment, joining the label’s growing roster of P-Pop acts that includes SB19, KAIA, and YARA. Marking their first team-up with the global music company, the Davao-based alphas unveiled the Eurohouse-flavored pop track “My Love” as their pre-debut single. Buoyed by subtle piano chords and sophisticated grooves, “My Love” transports the listeners into clubland fantasia, where suave, confident vocals and magnetic dance-pop production create a mesmerizing sonic experience. The track was produced, mixed, and mastered by Pao Lofranco and Aldy, who worked closely with the group to bring their vision to life. Hara explains, “The production and arrangement were carefully crafted to match the emotions of the lyrics. We worked closely with our producers and creative team to make sure the sound complemented the story of the song. From the instrumental to the vocal layers, everything was arranged to highlight vulnerability while still sounding polished and modern.” According to the six-piece act, “My Love” was written as a nod to girlhood: a transitory but important phase in life where women experience loving deeply, feeling things intensely, and sometimes giving one’s heart to people who don’t deserve even a fraction of it. “The song talks about heartbreak but also about realizing your worth. It’s about women learning that not everyone is worthy of their love and that it’s okay to walk away. At the same time, we also wanted to show that women aren’t just victims of heartbreak: we’re strong, we make choices, and sometimes we’re the ones who choose ourselves first. The message we hope listeners take away is self-love, empowerment, and knowing your value.”
The track sets the tone for their creative direction: earnest, emotionally resonant, and unapologetically empowering. The members add, “These are the stories that we want to tell. We wanted our first song to connect with people emotionally and show that HARA is here to speak for girlhood, growth, and strength.” HARA’s “My Love” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.
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YouTube Honors BLACKPINK With First-Ever Artist Red Diamond Award For Surpassing 100M Subscriber Mark
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There’s no denying it: the world — and especially the Philippines — is officially in BLACKPINK’s area. In a historic major achievement, BLACKPINK has officially become the first musical artist in history to surpass 100 million YouTube subscribers on their Official Artist Channel. This victory cements Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa as the undisputed queens of the digital age.
To mark this incredible “centennial” milestone, YouTube has presented the group with a custom Red Diamond Creator Award. While the Diamond Play Button is already a rare sight, the Red Diamond is an elite honor reserved for the platform’s most influential creators. For BLACKPINK to be the first musical act to ever touch this tier speaks volumes about the unprecedented bond they share with their fans. It’s no secret that the Philippines remains one of the group’s strongest strongholds. In the last year alone, the Philippines consistently ranked among the top countries contributing to BLACKPINK’s massive 3.3 billion annual views according to YouTube’s Charts data. Whether it’s streaming the record-breaking “Pink Venom” or re-watching the iconic “DDU-DU DDU-DU” (which has now sailed past 2.3 billion views), Filipino BLINKs have been instrumental in this journey to 100 million. The timing couldn’t be more perfect as this historic achievement serves as the ultimate hype for the group’s highly anticipated return.
After years of record-breaking solo ventures and a massive world tour that saw them conquer the Philippine Arena once again, the quartet is finally reuniting as a full group. BLACKPINK recently released their 3rd mini-album [DEADLINE] last February 27, 2026. With the lead single “Go” now taking over the airwaves and playlists, the 100-million-strong subscriber base is already poised to break the internet yet again. From their debut in 2016 to the Red Diamond of 2026, BLACKPINK continues to prove that they always set the standard for what global superstardom looks like.
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Lella Ford, Caprice Cayetano Emerged As Big Winners In “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0”
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| Lella Ford (right), “Ang Blooming Bunso ng Tacloban”, was named the Kapamilya Big Winner while Caprice Cayetano (left), “Ang Demure Daughter ng Quezon City”, emerged as the Kapuso Big Winner during the highly anticipated Big Night of “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0” last February 28, 2026. (Image Source: ABS-CBN Corporation) |
Lella Ford was named the Kapamilya Big Winner while Caprice Cayetano emerged as the Kapuso Big Winner during the highly anticipated Big Night of “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0” in a historic finale held last February 28, 2026 inside The Crossroad Center in Quezon City. The finale marks another successful milestone collaboration between ABS-CBN, the premiere media and entertainment company and leading content provider in the Philippines, and GMA Network, the country's largest and leading broadcast media giant.
Known as “Ang Blooming Bunso ng Tacloban”, Lella Ford secured the top spot after earning 53.63% of the total public votes, while Kapuso housemate Caprice Cayetano, described as “Ang Demure Daughter ng Quezon City”, garnered 61.78%, outperforming the other contenders. Each Big Winner receive a ₱1M (1 million pesos) cash prize. Following the announcement, both winners expressed gratitude to their supporters and families who stood by them throughout the competition. Meanwhile, the second big placers — Kapamilya housemate Krystal Mejes, who garnered 22.26%, and Kapuso housemate Heath Jornales, who received 24.25% of the votes — will each take home ₱500,000. Kapamilya housemate Joaquin Arce clinched third place with 16.95% of the votes while Kapuso housemate Ashley Sarmiento secured 8.47%, with both earning ₱300,000 each. Finally, Kapamilya housemate Miguel Vergara placed fourth with 7.16% of the votes while Kapuso housemate Princess Aaliyah garnered 5.50% with each receiving ₱200,000.
The Big Night of “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0”, hosted by resident “Pinoy Big Brother” hosts Luis Manzano, Bianca Gonzalez, Robi Domingo, Gabbi Garcia, Melai Cantiveros-Francisco, Alexa Ilacad, and Mavy Legaspi and featuring special performances by artists from both networks namely BGYO; Cloud 7; Big Winner Fyang Smith, JM Ibarra, and 4th Big Placer Kai Montinola from “Pinoy Big Brother Gen 11”; “Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition Season 1” Kapuso 3rd Big Placer Charlie Fleming; and Kyle Echarri, garnered more than 1.5 million concurrent views on ABS-CBN and GMA digital platforms. Viewers can relive “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0” on the “Pinoy Big Brother” official YouTube channel and iWant.
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MYX To Release New Weekly Docuseries On Fil-Am Indie Collective WRIZZARDS
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MYX zeroes in on the journey of four Filipino American independent music artists in the new weekly documentary series “WRIZZARDS: Underground Uprising”, premiering on April 18, 2026 and airs every Saturday at 7:00 pm in the Philippines and the US, 7:00 am in Dubai, and 1:00 pm in Guam. The series follows the Washington Rizzards or WRIZZARDS for short, composed of multi-genre artists J Matty, Bema Tadey, LEIF, and Tina Carzon, who are all based in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region and are carving their path in the underground music scene and slowly finding their place on the global stage.
The 13-episode series, filmed over two years, spotlights their journey as artists, capturing the highs and lows of the independent grind, from doing basement rehearsals to headlining local venues. It also delves deeper into the tensions and mounting pressures that push their resilience to the limit. “WRIZZARDS: Underground Uprising” will be live and on demand on the following platforms: YouTube (MYX YouTube Channel), cable, IPTV, iWant, and myx.global. Catch new episodes every Saturday on cable via SkyCable channel 23, Cignal channel 150, Satlite channel 111, GSat channel 35, Cablelink channel 41, and in over 160 cable operators nationwide.
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Singer-Songwriter And Multimedia Artist Cesca Shares A Sweet Yet Slightly Chaotic Love Confession In Her New Single “I’m Nilalamig”
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Singer-songwriter and multimedia artist Cesca shares a sweet yet slightly chaotic love confession in her new single “I’m Nilalamig”. The StarPop artist said, “This song is about that awkward, exciting phase where I’m clearly catching feelings but pretending I’m not. I try to act normal, keep my distance, convince myself I’m being demure, until one small moment completely gives me away. Saying I’m cold turns into him offering his coat, and from there, things just shift.” The indie pop track was composed and produced by Cesca, serving as her comeback to the music scene. She also co-produced the song with StarPop label head Roque “Rox” Santos.
In 2022, Cesca released her debut extended play (EP), “Travel,” featuring the tracks “Lovesick – Pagmahalasakit”, “Pambihirang Harana”, and “What If”. The EP has since amassed over 18 million streams on Spotify. Following its release, she earned a nomination for Best Traditional/Contemporary Folk Recording at the 36th Awit Awards, marking a strong start to her recording career. The following year, she unveiled her first full-length album, “Balse ng Gabi”, which included a collaboration with Maki on the title track. She later joined forces with Trisha Denise and Belle Mariano for the single “Wala? Nandiyan”. Beyond her own music, Cesca has also written songs for other artists, including “Somber” for Belle, further showcasing her versatility as a songwriter.
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TFC's “Always At Home With You” Wins Silver At The Anthem Awards
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ABS-CBN Global earned international recognition for The Filipino Channel’s (TFC) 30th anniversary campaign “Always At Home With You” after winning a prestigious Silver Anthem Award under the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging–Media Impact Campaign category. Presented by The Webby Awards, the Anthem Awards honors purpose-driven work from around the world that creates meaningful social impact.
Launched in 2024, “Always At Home With You” marked the 30th anniversary of TFC, the global Filipino entertainment platform of ABS-CBN Global. The campaign served as a tribute to Filipinos living and working abroad, reminding them that “home” is not just a place, but also the memories and connections they carry wherever they go. The campaign featured an original anthem performed by well-loved Filipino artists, short documentaries telling the real stories of overseas Filipinos, and community events that brought kababayans together across different parts of the world.
By shining a spotlight on the everyday sacrifices, struggles, and successes of overseas Filipinos, ABS-CBN Global’s campaign resonated with communities across continents — earning global recognition for celebrating Filipino identity, inclusion, and belonging.
