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Artist Spotlight: Dionela – The Future of Filipino RnB

“ Hinahanap mo ba ako o nawala na sa isip mo ang ako? ” If those lyrics from Dionela’s hit song Sining haven’t been living rent-free in your head, it’s time to hit that play button and get with the program! With over 128 million streams on Spotify, this rising star has been making serious waves in the OPM scene—and trust me, he’s just getting started. Let’s talk stats for a minute. Dionela is pulling in some heavy numbers with his top Spotify tracks: Sining (feat. Jay R) : 128.9 million streams Musika : 100 million streams Hoodie (feat. Alisson Shore) : 36 million streams Oksihina : 27.4 million streams 153 : 19.3 million streams Those aren’t just numbers; they’re the soundtrack to an artist on a meteoric rise. Born in Guiguinto, Bulacan, Dionela started singing at the tender age of three, but his big break came in 2022 when he joined UMG Philippines under Republic Records. Fast forward to 2024, and this musical prodigy has solidified his place in the industry with the smash hit Sinin

2NE1’s ‘Welcome Back’ Manila Show: Your Guide to Tickets and Seats!

Would you believe it? It's been almost a decade since we last saw 2NE1 perform as a full K-pop group! Filipino BLACKJACKs, get ready to stretch those legs because the queens are back, and they’re set to light up the stage with their electrifying concert, Welcome Back , on November 16 at the Mall of Asia Arena. The quartet, made up of CL, Dara, Bom, and Minzy, is finally reuniting for a one-night-only show. Fans can expect an unforgettable night filled with their iconic hits. This reunion is especially special for Filipino fans, as Dara (Sandara Park) already has a heartwarming connection with the Philippines. Before hitting it big in K-pop, she won the hearts of many as a contestant on Star Circle Quest and went on to become a beloved figure in Philippine showbiz. This rich history has cemented 2NE1’s place in the hearts of Filipinos, who cherish the group's catchy tunes and fierce style. Ticket Prices: The seat plan and ticket prices were revealed on September 26, and they a

'Proud Pinoy Ako': Olivia Rodrigo Rocks Manila and Owns Her Filipino Heritage

Olivia Rodrigo is the cool cousin we all wish we had, and Manila made sure she felt the love. The Filipino-American superstar got the ultimate homecoming reception during the Philippine leg of her GUTS tour at the Philippine Arena, with 55,000 fans ready to claim her as their own. Nicknamed "Insan Liv" (translation: cousin Liv) by her Filipino fans, Rodrigo stepped onstage to the kind of welcome you’d give a long-lost relative—warm, loud, and a little bit chaotic. She didn’t disappoint, kicking off a concert that was part pop spectacle, part family reunion, and all heart. But this wasn’t just about the music. Rodrigo made it clear she was here for something bigger, too. All ticket proceeds, priced at P1,500 each, went directly to her Fund 4 Good initiative. This isn’t your typical celebrity charity—it’s Olivia’s way of using her platform to build a more equitable future for women and girls through education, reproductive rights, and the fight against gender-based violence.