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The inspirational song “SWOOSH” by Alex Bruce is released just in time for International Women’s Month

The track debuted live last year with a FIBA 2023 halftime performance and a NIKE campaign backing it up

The new song “SWOOSH,” by Filipino rapper Alex Bruce, which was distributed by Sony Music Entertainment, delves into themes of empowerment, perseverance, and success.

The bass-heavy, hip-hop song, which is suitable for the celebration of International Women’s Month due to its positive message, was originally written for the FIBA campaign of international athletic brand NIKE, of which she was an ambassador.

The young rapper claims that “SWOOSH” is about emulating the essence of NIKE’s well-known slogan, “Just Do It!” in all facets of existence. “In some ways, it’s more than just a song; it’s an anthem, a celebration of the strength of willpower, self-belief, and seizing the moment.”

The young rapper debuted the track live last year with a halftime show performance at FIBA 2023. Alex recalls having a great time performing the song for the first time with a global audience glued to their screens and with her fellow countrymen cheering for her.

“Performing at the FIBA halftime show was ‘the’ experience,” the BLING artist fondly shares. “Not only was I thrilled to be showcasing my artistry on such a huge stage, but I was also super excited to be joined by the amazing talents of ATEAM—sixteen dancers whose energy and passion added extra flavor and dimension to the performance.”

GOODSON and SHAQUIRO produced “SWOOSH” for her. In addition, Alex affirmed the caliber and versatility of her frequent producers, attributing the partnership’s success to their shared respect for one another.

In addition, Alex Bruce says, “I am friends with them, which makes the working environment more fun and conducive to ideas.” 

SWOOSH  is now available via Sony Music Entertainment on all digital music platforms worldwide.

Entertainment

Miley Cyrus and Pharrell Williams collaborated on the new song “Doctor (Work It Out)”

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Watch the official video here

Together, Miley Cyrus and Pharrell Williams have released the eagerly awaited new tune Doctor (Work It Out).” 

Miley recently won her first GRAMMY Award for “Record of the Year” and “Best Pop Solo Performance” for her popular song “Flowers.” Jacob Bixenman directed the official music video that goes with it.

The award-winning pop artist is shown having fun with her blown up while performing in front of an all-white backdrop in the video.

Pharrell’s second single of the year is “Doctor (Work It Out),” which made its debut during his Louis Vuitton Men’s Fall/Winter show. Earlier in the year, he released a song called Good People with the British rock band Mumford & Sons.

The funky new bop also marks as Miley’s first release since her 2023 single “Used To Be Young.”

In an interview with Apple Music 1’s Zane Lowe, both Miley and Pharrell confirmed that “Doctor (Work It Out)” was initially intended as part of the former’s 2013 album, Bangerz.  

Miley shares, “We just believe so much in timing and in everything happening when it’s supposed to. And around the Grammys, Pharrell and I were talking about putting the song out, and it just felt like it was so serendipitous, and there were so many alignments and so many moments that made me know that now was the perfect time.”

The song Doctor (Work It Out) by Pharrell Williams and Miley Cyrus is currently available via Sony Music Entertainment on all digital music platforms worldwide.

Entertainment, Travel

BingoPlus matches the Panagbenga Festival’s flowers with music

BingoPlus, the nation’s first online bingo app and a comprehensive entertainment and amusement platform, went all out to celebrate and increase the stakes at Baguio’s Panagbenga Festival.

A month-long flower show, the Panagbenga Festival was established as a memorial to Baguio’s flora and the resilience of the Filipino people amid the 1990 Luzon Earthquake. BingoPlus, for its part, recognized the significance of the celebration and wished to recognize the labor of love that usually comes before recreation and enjoyment.

BingoPlus opened up shop in two places where guests may play a range of games. During the period it was open from February 23 to February 25, 2024, the Melvin Jones Football Grounds booth featured several activities such as color game, ring toss, photo wall, mirror selfies, and The Wall. Similar to this, the Session Road booth, which was operational from February 26 to March 3, 2024, encouraged onlookers to participate in Bingo Rush and the color game as well as to hang out at its mirror selfie station and picture wall.

On top of giving away merchandise to those who played at its booths, BingoPlus also awarded the victors of the Grand Street Dance Parade and the Grand Floral Parade Php 50,000 each. Furthermore, BingoPlus was seen participating in the floral parade with a float featuring brand mascot BingBing.

Notably, BingoPlus hosted an additional event to ramp up the liveliness and energy of the festival.

The BingoPlus Concert Stage, a variety show, at the Melvin Jones Football Grounds brought in various artists to take the stage. There were performances from Tony Labrusca, The Nameless Kids, Pop 3HSome, Project Z, A Class, and Trainee AE to name a few. Some of the performers took part in the variety show’s Acoustic Idol segment, with the grand winner receiving Php 20,000.

ArenaPlus and BingoPlus are brands that are committed to the well-being of Filipinos and the advancement of Philippine culture. They do not waver in their support of regional sports, entertainment, and leisure pursuits. They are still working on creating channels and opportunities to increase the accessibility and relevance of sports and leisure for Filipinos.

Digiplus Interactive Corp.’s core brands, BingoPlus and ArenaPlus, firmly establish the company as the nation’s top supplier of gaming and entertainment. Visit www.bingoplus.com and www.arenaplus.net for additional updates, or get the apps right now from Google Play and the App Store.

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BingoPlus hosts a Valentine’s Day performance to further celebrate love

In honor of the day of love, BingoPlus, your all-inclusive entertainment and amusement platform and the nation’s first online bingo app, celebrated the holiday by holding its ILYSM: A Valentine Harana Concert at Smart Araneta Coliseum on February 23, 2024.

Arthur Nery, Adie, Rob Deniel, Janine Teñoso, Janine Berdin, and Rhodessa were among the guest artists who entertained the approximately 10,000 spectators at BingoPlus. As special guests, Alamat, Jerome Ponce, and Krissha Viaje were present as well.

The coliseum was filled with well-known love songs once the event was in full swing, including Narda by Kamikaze and Closer You and I by Gino Padilla. Each song was dedicated to everyone in the audience, with several songs performed all together. The group sang Harana by Parokya ni Edgar for the opening and final acts, the girls sang Di na Muli for their section, and the boys sang Maging Sino Ka Man during their turn.

After the group performances, each artist had their own sets.

BingoPlus also took the time to put the spotlight on select couples in the crowd. These BingoPlus couples were chosen from the brand’s online Valentine’s Day competition on Facebook, which ran from February 1 to 9. Attendees were invited to share their love and winning movements under the hashtags #BingoPlusILYSM and #BPILYSM.

The five winners of BingoPlus’ online competition were given patron seat tickets to the event, serenaded by Rob Deneil, and given Php 5,000 to spend for a date, while other entries were featured in a video slideshow.

BingoPlus, a company devoted to the pleasure and leisure of Filipinos, is unwavering in its mission to support the regional sports, entertainment, and cultural sectors. The group pledges to create channels and chances to increase accessibility and relevance of leisure.

Digiplus Interactive Corp. is a leading provider of gaming and leisure services in the nation, and BingoPlus and ArenaPlus are two of its proud flagship brands. Visit www.bingoplus.com and www.arenaplus.net for additional updates, or get the apps right now from Google Play and the App Store.

Entertainment

“Share the Love, Share the Luck” at the BingoPlus Night 2024

Come and see what BingoPlus has in store for its 2 nd anniversary celebration on BingoPlus Night!

BingoPlus Night will celebrate BingoPlus’ success in continuously serving joy and entertainment to its audience for two years. The brand is pulling all the stops to make it a night to remember for everyone involved, you included! Be sure to take part in the festivities and enjoy everything BingoPlus has to offer this exciting night!

So, what can you expect during BingoPlus Night?

Event attendees will be treated to a night of fun, entertainment, good food, and exciting prizes! From celebrity appearances to musical productions to rewarding games, everyone can expect to have a great time.

Spend the night with BingoPlus endorsers Maine Mendoza and Piolo Pascual, national heartthrob Alden Richards, and iconic entertainer Vice Ganda. With your host Robi Domingo, watch performances by Arthur Nery, SB19’s Stell and Felip, Marco Gallo, Heaven Peralejo, Sarah Lahbati, Jona, Mark Bautista, Regine Tolentino, G22, VXON, Alamat, and PPop Generation.

BingoPlus is also prepared to give away P10 Million to each of its 5 Sure Bingonaryo app winners, as well as a car worth P2 Million! The prizes are worth P50 Million and everyone has a chance to win big during BingoPlus Night. Don’t miss out! Go in and go all out as you join the celebration.

Mark your calendars and watch BingoPlus Night live on March 1, 2024 at 8:00 PM on GTV and the official Facebook Pages of BingoPlus and Viva. For more information, please visit www.bingoplus.com.

Special thanks to ArenaPlus and TongitsPlus.

BingoPlus and ArenaPlus proudly stand as flagship brands under Digiplus Interactive Corp, solidifying its position as a leading gaming and leisure provider in the country.

Entertainment

BingoPlus rocks to the beat of the music with The Manila Times

BingoPlus, your comprehensive entertainment and amusement platform and the first online Bingo app in the country, added to the liveliness of The Manila Times’ Himig Bayani 2024: Battle of the Uniformed Service Bands last February 9, 2024 held at Winford Hotel Sta. Cruz Manila.

Together with The Manila Times, BingoPlus gave an avenue for the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) to express themselves through music. Eight bands took to the stage and performed songs from a variety of genres, including some original pieces.

The judge lineup featured Hon. Michael Ang, Wency Cornejo, Cooky Chua, Janina Lorelai, and a BingoPlus representative. The Philippine Navy Seabees Band came out on top as the winner of the battle of the bands, bagging Php 100,000.00.

BingoPlus picked out its own winner for the BingoPlus Choice Award. The PNP was chosen for its audience impact and received a cheque worth Php 10,000.00 for their efforts.

On top of providing an additional incentive to win, BingoPlus also set up a booth outside the venue. Booth visitors were given the chance to play a wheel of fortune game and win different types of BingoPlus merchandise.

BingoPlus’ partnership with The Manila Times comes from its commitment that music plays a significant role in the Philippine lifestyle, both as a hobby and source of entertainment. It saw Himig Bayani 2024 as an opportunity to encourage further interest in music, particularly in local talent.

As brands dedicated to the relaxation of Filipinos and the development of Philippine culture, ArenaPlus and BingoPlus remain steadfast in supporting local sports, recreational, and leisure activities. They continue to work on developing avenues and opportunities to make leisure and sports more accessible and relevant to the Filipinos.

BingoPlus and ArenaPlus proudly stand as flagship brands under Digiplus Interactive Corp, solidifying its position as a leading gaming and leisure provider in the country. For more updates, visit www.bingoplus.com and www.arenaplus.net or download the apps now via the App Store and Google Play.

Entertainment

Go-kart racing course reopens at Enchanted Kingdom releases children’s cadet karts

Together with the entire group, experience the exhilarating Fun Kart!


L-R: EK President and CEO Mario O. Mamon, international race car driver Marlon Stockinger, EK’s Princess Victoria and Eldar the Wizard, and father and son racing champions Carlos Anton and Iñigo Anton during the reopening ceremony of the EK Fun Kart.

The 800-meter go-kart racetrack at Enchanted Kingdom, the first and only top-tier amusement park in the Philippines, has reopened with brand-new karts suitable for both children and adults.

Mario O. Mamon, President and CEO of EK, and Vivienne Cruz, Vice President of Yokohama Tires Philippines, conducted the reopening ceremony on February 25. At the EK Fun Kart, world race car driver Marlon Stockinger and father-and-son racing champions Carlos and Iñigo Anton demonstrated their driving prowess. Alonzo Anton, Carlos’ eight-year-old son, tested the cadet kart intended for drivers aged eight to twelve.

“To make the ride more inclusive, EK added four cadet karts for the younger members of the family to enjoy,” Mr. Mamon shared. “We also have 12 brand new single seaters and five two-seater karts. EK also added a new lap-timing system for more fun and friendly competition,” he added.

International race car driver Marlon Stockinger shared that he was here when EK Fun Kart first opened in 2003. “It gave me a lot of experiences, a lot of good teachings towards my racing career. I think it’s a good place to hone your skills as a driver. So, whether you want to enjoy or bring your family – or if you want to take racing seriously eventually – this is a great training ground,” he said.

The Fun Kart which closed for five months due to the renovation period boasts an enhanced building and new paint markings. It also features new tire barriers in partnership with world-class quality tires company Yokohama Tires Philippines.

“We are glad to partner with Yokohama Tires Philippines who are aligned with EK’s priority to ensure the safety of our guests to deliver a seamless and magical experience here at the park,” Mr. Mamon added.


Alonzo Anton, eight-year-old son of champion car racer Carlos Anton, drove the newly launched EK Fun Kart cadet kart for eight to 12-year-old drivers.

Wednesday through Sunday from 12 PM till the park closes is when the Fun Kart is open. Karts with one seat cost Php 800, those with two seats cost Php 950, and cadet carts cost Php 650.

Visit https://www.enchantedkingdom.ph and EK’s official social media sites @enchantedkingdom.ph for Facebook and Tiktok, and @ek_philippines for Twitter and Instagram for additional details regarding the Fun Kart and forthcoming events at the EK.

Entertainment

SZA drops a five-track soundtrack pack for “Saturn”

SZA, a four-time Grammy Award winner signed to Top Dawg Entertainment/RCA Records, releases a five-track audio bundle for “Saturn.”   

The bundle comprises the main, sped up, a cappella, and instrumental versions of “Saturn,” which was originally heard live at the 2024 GRAMMY Awards in a breathtaking performance from Mastercard’s GRAMMY House.

So far, SZA’s new track has received excellent feedback. The track is described by Billboard  as a “enchanting” new single that finds “the superstar disappointed with the world around her and wonders if life would be better if she could start over on Saturn.” Variety praised the track for its dreamy and hazy qualities, noting that it’s “SZA in classic SZA form, singing of the despair and helplessness plaguing the world at large and setting it against rich, enveloping production.”

The main version of “Saturn” was written and produced by SZA, Carter Lang, Rob Bisel, Solomonophonic and Monsune. 

 Next month, SZA will set sail overseas for several festival dates, including Lollapalooza Argentina on March 16, Festival Estéreo Picnic 2024 on March 22, and more.  For all upcoming tour stops, please visit https://www.szasos.com/tour/

Links to “Saturn”

https://sza.lnk.to/Saturn

https://sza.lnk.to/Saturn/youtube

Continue to listen to SOS:  https://sza.lnk.to/SOS

 Download hi-res publicity photos: https://www.rcarecords.com/artist/sza/  

Follow SZA:

https://www.instagram.com/sza/

https://www.facebook.com/sza/

For more information, please contact:

[email protected]

Saturn by SZA is currently available on all digital music platforms worldwide through RCA Records, Top Dawg Entertainment, and Sony Music Entertainment.

Entertainment, Lifestyle

Enchanted Kingdom: Promoting travel and providing top-notch service

During the CALABARZON tourist Excellence Appreciation 2023, which took place in the Twin Lakes Hotel in Laurel, Batangas, last January, the Department of Tourism honored Enchanted Kingdom—the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines—for its significant contribution to the travel and tourist sector.

 Along with Local Government Units (LGUs), partner National Government Agencies (NGAs), private tourism businesses, the academic community, media partners, institutional partners, and well-known locals, Mario O. Mamon, Chairman and President of EK, and Dr. Cynthia R. Mamon, COO, accepted the award.

“This recognition is an affirmation that Enchanted Kingdom is in the right direction towards our vision to be a world-class integrated attractions destination in Asia, and as the Philippine leader in wholesome family leisure and entertainment,” said COO Dr. Mamon.

Dr. Mamon, an advocate of tourism in Laguna, is also the president of Laguna Tourism Council Philippines. “EK is committed to contribute to the growth of the tourism industry. It is our mission to create and provide magical experiences and memories that last a lifetime, both for our domestic and foreign guests,” Dr. Mamon furthered.

EK’s Learning and Development Manager, Pauline C. Barreiro also received an award for her participation as a trainer for the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training program for 2023. Currently, 90% of Enchanted Kingdom’s Cast Members (employees) are FBSE trained. “The FBSE Training Program has deepened our appreciation of the culture of service excellence in the Philippines. In EK, all cast members take the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence to heart as we greet every guest with a passionate Mabuhay, magical day!,” shared Ms. Barreiro.

The Laguna government also recognized EK last year for bringing in the most same-day visitors in 2022. According to DOT’s most current Regional Distribution of Overnight Travelers data, the City of Santa Rosa, where EK is located, recorded 40,188 overnight foreign travelers and 92,728 overnight domestic travelers.

Famous Laguna delicacies were on display at the One Town, One Product (OTOP) Hub, which EK and DTI Laguna built in 2022. The Pugad Shop at EK’s Cultural Village zone also featured gift packs of coffee and tea, as well as locally made bags and accessories. AGILA the EKsperience, the first and only flying theater in the Philippines that honors the splendor of Philippine travel destinations, goods, and people, is also housed at EK. Enchanted Kingdom has been actively promoting travel and local goods for the past 28 years.

Entertainment

The deluxe version of Filipino singer-songwriter and producer Raven’s latest album, Kinulayan, has been released

The young multi-hyphenate will be launching his latest record on February 21 at Balcony Music House in Makati City

Listen to the album’s new single “LML” and bonus track “AOLID”

raven, a Filipino singer-songwriter and producer, explores the hues of life in her latest album Kinulayan, which is out now through Sony Music Entertainment.

Raven defines a Kinulayan as someone whose life was monotonous and uninteresting until they met someone who was worth taking a chance on in a romantic relationship.

With the primary intention of spreading happiness that radiates with positive emotions and expressions, the emerging phenomenon wrote and produced Kinulayan. Kinulayan is an energetic, colorful, and free-spirited record that makes it easy for listeners to enjoy life’s small pleasures and the escape they provide.

“The songs in the album reflect the different stages in a relationship,” the Balcony Music Entertainment act shares. “From catching feelings to wanting to spend the rest of your life with the other half, the record traces these developments from a romantic standpoint.”

Track list

The young newcomer’s second studio album features nine songs, with the addition of the bonus track “AOLID.” raven explains that the etymology of “AOLID” comes from the word “solid,” which he tends to mistype quite often. “It’s is my way of reclaiming the term in all its imperfect glory, while embracing the expression to lift others up and rise against the odds.”

Other songs in the album include the focus track “LML,” which was penned during a very tumultuous phase in his personal life. On the bedroom-pop ditty, raven turns moroseness into a source of inspiration, paying tribute to that special someone who helped him recover from the rock bottom and gave him a reason to make meaningful memories again.

Check out the tracks from his new album:

1. May Sasabihin Lang

2. Tayo Parin Talaga

3. Sinta

4. Sunday

5. Biyahe

6. LML

7. Pangako

8. AOLID (feat. Kvrt & Nichimi)

9. Pangako (with Angela Ken)


Cover art

Album launch

This Wednesday, February 21, at 7:00 PM, raven will formally unveil the deluxe edition of his second studio album, Kinulayan, at Makati City’s Balcony Music House.

The album’s tunes, along with some previously released ones, will be performed live by the open-genre act for the first time. Weekends, ALYSON, Maki, Nichimi, TALA, and others are support acts. Get registered beginning at 6:30 p.m.


Album launch poster

raven’s Kinulayan is currently available via Sony Music Entertainment on all digital music platforms worldwide.