Salamat sa Iyong Musika, Mr. C

Hangover!

Not from drinking but from the recent birthday/tribute concert to Maestro Ryan Cayabyab.. It was one memorable concert. It even brought me back to my growing up days where I listen to Smokey Mountain. The grand piano in the middle of the stage; reminded me of the show Ryan, Ryan Musikahan on television.

Stars delight!

It was a treat to the audience to watch OPM icons performed every Ryan Cayabyab composition. Celeste Legaspi singing "Limang Dipang Tao". Oh God, hearing her live was just wow! Then a duet from Katy with the original cast, Mitch Valdez and Celeste Legaspi. Another Katy song "Aba, Aba Boogie" with Mitch Valdez and the RCS (the dance choreography was a winner). Noel Cabangon and RCS' renditions of Smokey Mountain hits "Kailan" and "Can This Be Love", respectively. Other artists that performed were Basil Valdez, Kuh Ledesma, Martin Nievera, Baihana, Morisette Amon, Bugoy Drilon and Piolo Pascual. Let's not forget the choir composed of the Ateneo Chamber Singers and Mass Appeal with their a capella rendition of "Da Coconut Nut".

Then and Now..

I just discovered just now that the first three numbers in the concert have a similar concept from Music Man @50, 10 years ago. The only difference was Mr. C's son Toma was part of the current "Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika" number. Hajji Alejandro still sang in actual as he was the original interpreter of the hit single. Then Ogie Alcasid performed "Tuwing Umuulan at Kapiling Ka"; Janno Gibbs did the same 10 years ago.

Level up!

Every bit of music in the concert played by the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Gerard Salonga went a level higher. The most applauded part was the rendition of "Tsismis".

The concert ended with everyone singing "Kumikutikutitap". I was glad to have witnessed a magnificent production. Belated happy birthday Mr. C!

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Celebrating the Music of Mr. C

His timeless music - Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika, Limang Dipang Tao, Paraiso and Kailan.. The groups he mentored - Smokey Mountain, 14K and RCS.. I even watched and sang along with his TV show - Ryan, Ryan Musikahan.. These are just some of the things I remember about the Maestro, Ryan Cayabyab or Mr. C as the people in the industry calls him.

Coming May 3 at the CCP Main Theater, the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra Spotloght Series pays tribute to Mr. C's music as they set onstage "The Music of Ryan Cayabyab". Guest performers are Celeste Legaspi, Martin Nievera, Basil Valdez, Piolo Pascual, Mitch Valdez, Noel Cabangoon, Hajji Alejandro, RCS and Baihana along with other artists that had worked with the Maestro

Tickets are available at Ticketworld and ABS CBN Philharmonic Orchestra at 4152272 loc 2409 and look for Karlo Cea.

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MYX Music Awards 2014 Winners Are...

After weeks of waiting, the winners were finally announced and awarded during the MYX Music Awards held last night, March 26 at the Samsung Music Hall, SM Aura.

FAVORITE MUSIC VIDEO / FAVORITE SONG / FAVORITE URBAN VIDEO / FAVORITE COLLABORATION - Magda (Gloc-9 feat. Rico Blanco)



FAVORITE ARTIST - Sarah Geronimo

FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST - Yeng Constantino

FAVORITE MALE ARTIST - Bamboo

FAVORITE GROUP - Parokya ni Edgar

FAVORITE MELLOW VIDEO - Makabilang Mundo (Jireh Lim)



FAVORITE ROCK VIDEO / FAVORITE MEDIA SOUNDTRACK - Carousel (Bamboo)



FAVORITE NEW ARTIST - KZ Tandinagn

FAVORITE REMAKE - It Takes A Man and A Woman (Sarah Geronimo)



FAVORITE GUEST APPEARANCE IN A MUSIC VIDEO - Kim Chiu (Discolamon - Banda ni Kleggy)

FAVORITE MYX CELEBRITY VJ - Abra

FAVORITE INTERNATIONAL VIDEO - Roar (Katy Perry)



FAVORITE K-POP VIDEO - Wolf (EXO)

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#Philpop2014 Top 12 Finalists Revealed..

Finally! After days of screening over a thousand of song entries, the Philpop has revealed this year's Top 12 finalists during the Pinoy Music Summit.

And here they are, in no particular order..

#Philpop2014 finalists with Ryan Cayabyab, Noel Cabangon and Ogie Alcasid (photo credit: OPM Official Facebook Page)

NGSB (No Girlfriend Since Break) by Davey Langit
The Only One by Venelyn San Pedro
Awit Mo'y Nandito Pa by Ronaldo Sorioso
Torpe Song by Daryl Ong
Babalikan Mo Rin Ako by Soc Villanueva
Song On A Broken String by Jude Gitamondoc and Therese Marie Villarante
Salbabida by Jungee Marcelo
Dear Heart by Mike Villegas
Hangout Lang by Allan Feliciano and Isaac Joseph Garcia
Qrush On You by QYork's James Palma aka Flava Matikz and Cedric Bonjoc aka Knowa Lazarus
Kung Akin Ang Langit by Cecilia Bocobo and Isaac Joseph Garcia
Langit Umaawit by Ronaldo Sorioso

Congratulations to the finalists! Can't wait to hear the Philpop 2014 album.. Finals night is scheduled to happen on July 26, 2014.

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Sheng Belmonte's Friday Gig at the Library

I rarely watch gigs nowadays and if I get a chance to watch, no need for second thoughts. I consider it a time for me to unwind, chill a bit and be myself. Just like last Friday, I finally went out and support one of Sheng Belmonte's gig at Library Metrowalk. She'll be performing in all Fridays of March in the same venue.

 

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#Philpop2014 Top 100 Announced

Few days after the deadline, the Philippine Popular Music Festival started its adjucation process. And finally, the entries that made it to the Top 100 were announced in Philpop's website and official social media accounts.

Here are the songs, in no particular order --

 Butil
Tao
Babangon,Aahon
NBSB (No Boyfriend Since Birth)
Bacon and Eggs
Deeper You Are
Bukas
Paglalakbay
Tama o Mali
The Four Corners Of Your Room
Liwanag
Kilig
Be With Me
Di Ko Kaya
Baka Sakali
Ikaw at Ako
Babalikan Mo Rin Ako
Sana
Kaibigan
Panaginip
Hindi Na Lang
Sosi
Sa Yong Pangalan
Make It A Habit
Himig ng Buhay
Piso-Pisong Pandesal
Awit Mo'y Nandito Pa
X+Y=143 0 123?
Babae sa Balkunahe
Hiwaga
Paslit
Agos
Sige Na
DapitHapon
Baliw!
Cheesecake (Di Bale Na Kung Late)
Naririnig Mo Ba
Ang Cute ng Daddy Mo
Talo
Fill Me
Kumukuha Lang Nang Tsempo
Remember To Breathe
Iwan
Stalker
BItuin
Nagsosolo
Sana
The Day That I Found You
Salbabida
Isigaw Mo
Torpe Song
Pwede Bang...
Teka Muna Pag-ibig
Just Wanna Be With You
Song On A Broken String
Listen
Perfect Melody
Okay Ka Lang
Bai
Narrow Road
Slipping Away
Yakang yaka
Bagong Siglo
Heto Ka
Langit Umaawit
Lilipad
Ang Araw Sa Tag-ulan
One More Time
Sana
Hangout Lang
This Gotta Be Love
Ikaw Lang Ang Laman
Kung Akin Ang Langit
Sigaw
Pancakes
Ikaw Na Siya
Eh Ano?
Dear Heart
NGSB (No Girlfriend Since Break)
Everything Takes Time
So I Guess
Kay Ganda ng Mundo
Old Love Songs
Finally Home
Tahanan
Qrush on You
Nang Mayakap Kita
Halik Sa Hangin
DI Ko Sinadya
Tongue-Tied
Brighter
Torpetim
Tulog Na
Awake
Kung Pwede Lang
Aagawin
The Only One
Ilongga
Ikaw Lang Talaga
Paramdam

Congratulations to those who made in the list. As a friendly reminder from Philpop, don't upload your entry in any social media site to avoid disqualification.

Who among these songs will be in the Top 30?

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