Manny Pacquiao Wins!!!

AFP PHOTO/Jewel SAMAD (Photo credit should read JEWEL SAMAD/AFP/Getty Images)

After the 8th round, Oscar Dela Hoya decided to stop the game and making Manny Pacquiao as the winner of the Dream Match.

“You’re still my idol,” Pacquiao told him.

“No, you’re my idol,” De La Hoya said.

Congratulations Manny Pacman Pacquiao! You really made us (Filipinos) proud!

An alternative for The Dream Match Pacman-Delahoya Live

An alternative for The Dream Match Pacman-Delahoya Live:

If you want to watch the Pacquiao-De La Hoya fight live and free, download the SopPlayer software (free to download). Install and then launch SopPlayer, login as anonymous and tune in to

sop://broker.sopcast.com:3912/24267

- or -

sop://broker1.sopcast.com:3912/6002

Again, To watch the fight, do the following:

1. Install the SopPlayer software, download it from http://download.sopcast.cn/download/SopCast.zip

2. Install the software, and then launch it.

3. Login as anonymous

4. Enter this sop://broker.sopcast.com:3912/24267 or this sop://broker1.sopcast.com:3912/6002 and click on the right arrow

5. Sit back and enjoy the fight.

WATCH HERE: The Dream Match Pacman-Delahoya

An alternative for The Dream Match Pacman-Delahoya Live:

If you want to watch the Pacquiao-De La Hoya fight live and free, download the SopPlayer software (free to download). Install and then launch SopPlayer, login as anonymous and tune in to

sop://broker.sopcast.com:3912/24267

- or -

sop://broker1.sopcast.com:3912/6002

Again, To watch the fight, do the following:

1. Install the SopPlayer software, download it from http://download.sopcast.cn/download/SopCast.zip

2. Install the software, and then launch it.

3. Login as anonymous

4. Enter this sop://broker.sopcast.com:3912/24267 or this sop://broker1.sopcast.com:3912/6002 and click on the right arrow

5. Sit back and enjoy the fight.

The 21st Awit Awards Coverage

The Philippine Association of the Record Industry, Inc. (PARI) held its 21st Awit Awards at the Eastwood Central Plaza in Quezon City last November 26, 2008.

Awit Awards, organized by the Philippine Association Of The Record Industry (PARI), once again recognized the Filipino musical talents, performing artists, producers and people behind the making of Filipino recorded music.

Being the prestigious and longest-running award-giving body of the Philippines, Awit Awards has five objectives:

1. To recognize exceptional works of music and the people working behind it;
2. To promote the Philippine music industry, artistry, and legacy;
3. To champion music making and production, at par with global trends and excellence;
4. To showcase talents in an event dedicated to music; and
5. To reinforce the fight against piracy.

PRE-AWARDING

Around 6:30 PM, Callalily and Pedicab started the pre-awarding program with powerful performance. Hosted by Richard Poon and Sitti, the pre-awarding revealed the worthy awardees for Best Inspirational/Religious, Best Christmas, Best Regional, Best Dance, Best Musical Arrangement, Best Vocal Arrangement, Best Engineered Recording and Best Album Package

To name a few awardees for this category:
Yeng Constationo's Salamat won the Best Inspirational/Religious.
A Perfect Christmas by Jed Madela got the Best Christmas Song.
Kuya Angee Rozul's Probinsyana was chosen to be the Best Engineered Recording. (Angee Rozul is my friend's brother) Congrats Kuya!

Anyway, the pre-awarding ended with a Samba performed by Eileen Sison of Guarana together with the sexy dancers from Escola de Samba de Manila. The men were drooling while the dancers moved their hips. I can't blame them as those girls really know how to move on the dance floor, or should I say on stage.

AWARDS PROPER

At exactly 7:45 PM, the stage lights were up again as 6Cyclemind and Sandwich performed a collaboration of Sandwich's Betamax.

Hosted by Christian Bautista and Nikki Gil, the 21st Awit Awards was a combination of award presentations and musical performances. Aside from 6Cyclemind and Sandwich, bands like Itchyworms, Sino Sikat?, Parokya ni Edgar, True Faith, Cueshe, Hale also rocked the night. Nyoy Volante, Julianne, and MYMP had a back to back to back acoustic session. While Richard Poon and Sitti serenaded the crowd. It was really a night of music.

The "Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino Award" by the Philippine Association of Record Industries (PARI) was given to Ms. Lea Salonga during the 21st Awit Awards Night. Karylle, Ronnie Liang, Aicelle Santos, Raki Vega, Nikki Gil, Christian Bautista, and Toni Gonzaga paid tribute to the multitalented Ms. Lea Salonga with her hits. Unfortunately, Ms. Lea Salonga was not there to accept the award. Instead, she prepared a short video for all of her fans, family and friends in the industry.


Yeng Constantion received several awards including Best Selling Album of the Year, Album of the Year, and Music Video of the Year. However, Yeng Constatinto is on tour with Gary V. Julianne also received several awards such Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist and Best Performance by a Female Recording Artist.

Though most of the winners were not there to receive the awards, the 21st Awit Awards was a success. It was fun to be a part of this event.

Congratulations to all the winners !

WINNERS OF THE 21ST AWIT AWARDS

 

Performance Awards

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE RECORDING ARTIST
SONG TITLE	ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Tulak Ng Bibig	JULIANNE	MCA Music, Inc.
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE RECORDING ARTIST
SONG TITLE	ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Sana Maulit Muli	GARY VALENCIANO	Star Recording, Inc. / ASAP Music
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A DUET
SONG TITLE	ARTISTS	RECORD LABEL
Hard Habit To Break	JED MADELA & GARY VALENCIANO	Universal Records, Inc.
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A GROUP RECORDING ARTIST
SONG TITLE	ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Tatsulok	BAMBOO	EMI Philippines
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW FEMALE RECORDING ARTIST
SONG TITLE	ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Grateful	JULIANNE	MCA Music Inc.
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW MALE RECORDING ARTIST
SONG TITLE	ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
I'll Take Care Of You	RICHARD POON	MCA Music Inc.
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW GROUP RECORDING ARTISTS
SONG TITLE	ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Let Me Love You Tonight	RYAN CAYABYAB RCS	Sony BMG Music Phils.
Creativity Awards ALBUM OF THE YEAR
ALBUM TITLE	PRODUCERS ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Salamat	Laurenti Dyogi, Malou N. Santos & Annabelle R. Borja / Jon Ilagan, Billet Sangalang & Civ Fontanilla Yeng Constantino	Star Recording, Inc. / Dream Big Productions
SONG OF THE YEAR
SONG TITLE	COMPOSER ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Ikaw	Medwin Marfil  Sarah Geronimo	Viva Records Corp.
BEST-SELLING ALBUM OF THE YEAR
ALBUM TITLE SONG TITLES	PRODUCERS ARTIST(S)	RECORD LABEL
Salamat	Laurenti Dyogi, Malou N. Santos & Annabelle R. Borja / Jon Ilagan, Billet Sangalang & Civ Fontanilla Yeng Constantino	Star Recording, Inc. / Dream Big Productions
BEST BALLAD
SONG TITLE	PRODUCERS COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
It's Over Now	Francis Guevarra  Louie Ocampo, Joey Albert & Janice de Belen  Kyla	EMI Philippines, Inc.
BEST ROCK
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER (EXEC. OR LINE) COMPOSERS LYRICISTS ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Tatsulok	Bamboo  Romeo Dongeto  Bamboo	EMI Philippines, Inc.
BEST NOVELTY
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER  COMPOSER(S)/LYRICIST(S) ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Itaktak Mo	Rudy Y. Tee  Josephous Ybanez / Joey de Leon  Joey de Leon	Sony BMG Music Philippines
BEST WORLD/ALTERNATIVE MUSIC
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER  COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Turning My Safety Off	Neil Gregorio & Sinosikat?  Sinosikat?  Sinosikat?	Warner Music Philippines
BEST RAP
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER  COMPOSER LYRICISTS ARTISTS	RECORD LABEL
Lando	Jonathan Ong  Chito Miranda & Aristotle Pollisco  Gloc 9 featuring Francis M	Sony BMG Music Phil.
BEST JAZZ RECORDING
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER  COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Akin Ka	Neil Gregorio & Sinosikat?  Sinosikat?  Sinosikat?	Warner Music Philippines
BEST R & B
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER COMPOSERS/LYRICISTS ARTISTS	RECORD LABEL
Let Me Love You Tonight	Ryan Cayabyab  Ryan Cayabyab  Ryan Cayabyab RCS	Sony BMG Music Philippines
BEST SONG WRITTEN FOR MOVIE/TV/STAGE PLAY
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTISTS	RECORD LABEL
Paano Kita Iibigin (for the movie “Paano Kita Iibigin”)	Regine Velasquez, Diana Velasquez-Roque & Civ Fontanilla Ogie Alcasid  Piolo Pascual & Regine Velasquez	Star Recording, Inc. / Viva Records Corporation
BEST INSPIRATIONAL/RELIGIOUS
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER COMPOSERS LYRICISTS ARTISTS	RECORD LABEL
Salamat	Jon Ilagan, Billet Sangalang & Civ Fontanilla  Yeng Constantino  Yeng Constantino	Star Recording, Inc. / Dream Big Productions
BEST CHRISTMAS
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
A Perfect Christmas	Ito Rapadas  Jose Mari Chan  Jed Madela	Universal Records, Inc.
BEST REGIONAL RECORDING
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTIST	RECORD LABEL
Matud Nila	Patty Mayoriago, Djhonna Geraldoy & Civ Fontanilla  Ben Zubiri Mark Bautista	Star Recording, Inc./ ASAP Music
BEST DANCE
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER COMPOSER LYRICIST ARTISTS	RECORD LABEL
Sumayaw Ka	Rudy Y. Tee  Aristotle Pollisco  Gloc 9	Sony BMG Music Philippines
Technical Achievement Awards
BEST MUSICAL ARRANGEMENT
SONG TITLE	MUSICAL ARRANGER(S)	RECORD LABEL
Probinsyana	Bamboo	EMI Philippines
BEST VOCAL ARRANGEMENT
SONG TITLE	VOCAL ARRANGER(S)	RECORD LABEL
Souvenirs	Moy Ortiz	Viva Records Corporation
BEST ENGINEERED RECORDING
SONG TITLE	SOUND ENGINEER/ RECORDING STUDIO	RECORD LABEL
Probinsyana	Angee Rozul  Tracks Studio	EMI Philippines
BEST ALBUM PACKAGE
ALBUM TITLE	CREATIVE ARTISTS: GRAPHIC DESIGNER  CONCEPT, PHOTOGRAPHY	RECORD LABEL
Moonlane Gardens	Graphic Designer & Photography: Sarah Gaugler  Album Concept: Clementine	Universal Records, Inc.
MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR
SONG TITLE	PRODUCER (EXEC. OR LINE) DIRECTOR ARTISTS	RECORD LABEL
Probinsyana	Christopher Sy  Bamboo  Pancho Esguerra  Bamboo	EMI Philippines
Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino Awardee
LEA SALONGA
21st Awit Awards People's Choice Winners
The People’s Choice Winners were determined based on votes sent in through text during the period July 15 to Aug 31, 2008.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE NEW MALE ARTIST
DANIEL RAZON (for All My Life)
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE NEW FEMALE ARTIST
OLIVIA (for Oh Lori)
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE MALE ARTIST
MARTIN NIEVERA (for Hard Habit To Break)
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST
AICELLE (for Ikaw Pa Rin)
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE NEW GROUP
3RD AVENUE (for Why Can't It Be)
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE GROUP
SINOSIKAT? (for So Blue)
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE SONG OF THE YEAR
SALAMAT by Yeng Constantino
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FAVORITE MUSIC VIDEO
TIME IN by Yeng Constantino

For more information, visit: http://www.awitawards.com.ph/

Pictures:

Ed, Me, Monch (my husband), Tin and Jaydj, Nice meeting you guys and of course thanks to Azrael (Photo Credit: http://popazrael.multiply.com)

Here are some of our pics. (using our cam phone. Too bad, we don't have digital camera with us:

More pictures: My Multiply Part 1 , My Multiply Part 2 and http://popazrael.multiply.com

The 21st Awit Awards

Host: EASTWOOD MALL
Type:Music/Arts - Performance

Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: EASTWOOD CENTRAL PLAZA
City/Town: Quezon City, Philippines

Contact Info: eastwoodcity@megaworld-commercial.com

Pre Awarding at 5:00 pm
Show Proper at 7:00 pm

Featuring:

SANDWICH • SUGARFREE • TRUE FAITH • NIKKI GIL • URBAN DUB • HALE • IMAGO • MYMP • PEDICAB • JULIANNE • RICHARD POON • 6 CYCLEMIND • CALLALILY • ITCHYWORMS • CUESHE • SITTI • NYOY VOLANTE • PAROKYA NI EDGAR • KAMIKAZEE • JOHNNY CROSS • RONNY LIANG • AICELLE SANTOS • TONY GONZAGA • CHRISTIAN BAUTISTA

Dinos Alive Grand Launch World Tour

Yipee! I am invited to Dinos Alive Grand Launch World Tour on November 27, 2008. I am lucky to be chosen to be one of the few people to experience the Grand Launch Of Dinos Alive World Tour. Thanks to Miss Noemi. I'm really excited, not only I have a chance become a kid again, but also because I can bring 3 more people on the Grand Launch. I can't wait to see giant dinosaurs like the T-rex, Apatosaurus, Brachiosaurus and more.

What is Dinos Alive?

Excerpt from http://www.dinosalivetour.com

The Dinos Alive World Tour is coming to town, and it is set to be an exciting non-stop entertainment for the whole family. Visitors can take a walk in the 12,000 sq.m (equivalent of 30 basketball courts) housing over 30 interactive dinosaurs, including the Tyrannosaurus Rex, the star of the show standing two storeys high and view the largest dinosaur (Apatosaurus) measuring close to the size of the blue whale. Kids can take a ride on the dino train & simulator rides, excavate the fossil dig pit, purchase merchandise, and photo taking with Santa and the Dinos. There will be a large Christmas themed F&B area furnished with a movie theatre for relaxation.

The Dinos Alive World Tour - Manila will hit the SM Mall of Asia from November 28, 2008 to January 11, 2009, 10am-10pm on weekends and 12pm-10pm on weekdays.



Ticket info:

Non-Peak Days
Adults	Php 550 *
Children (under 1m)	Php 400
Family Package	Php 1,600 (2 adults + 2 children + 1 free ticket)
Peak Days
* Peak Days include weekends, eve and official holidays
Adults	Php 600 *
Children (under 1m)	Php 450
Family Package	Php 1,750 (2 adults + 2 children + 1 free ticket)
* Senior Citizens get 20% discount on adult prices

Tickets are available for purchase from Ticket World by calling 891-9999 or online at www.ticketworld.com.ph. There are also Ticketworld booths in selected National Bookstore outlets or at the avenue.

Join the fun of Dinos Alive World Tour here in Manila with your family and friends. Have the kids enjoy a world of discovery and learning. And take time to bond with all the activities offered.

For more information on Dino's Alive World Tour - Manila, please visit:
http://www.dinosalivetour.com/

Photo Credits: http://dinosalivetour.wordpress.com/

Batangas: A Great Getaway Destination

Travel is one of my passion. Too bad, when I got married (plus my husband is working in a call center), I don't have the time to travel. But we are planning to have a vacation by early 2009. We are thinking Batangas will be a nice place to relax and also to celebrate our anniversary.

Batangas is one of the places in the Philippines which houses several tourist spots that the country is being proud of. It is approximately two and a half hours from Manila proper and is strategically located at the southern coast of Metro Manila where you can find Anilao, which is known for its diving sites. Here you can also find Taal Volcano and Taal lake and of course, Tagaytay.
There are a lot of things to do in Batangas that a short vacation will not do. You can see caged tigers, swim in their one-of-a-kind swimming place where the reef is carved at the foot of the ladders to make it as a small swimming area, snorkel at Sombrero island to see the beautiful colors of various corals.

There are fresh-water beaches in the towns around the Lake -- San Nicolas, Agoncillo, Cuenca, Balete, Tanauan and Talisay. Salt-water beaches abound in the following towns: Matabungkay (Lian town), Nasugbu, Calatagan, Calaca, Lemery, Taal, San Luis, Bauan, Lobo, and Laiya (San Juan town). Or you can opt to explore their mountains! There is mountain trekking in Mt. Maculot and in Mabini and Nasugbu towns. There are also several island tourist destinations, like Tingloy, Verde Island, Ligpo Island, and Fortune Island and also Industrial Parks and various manufacturing industries dotting the shoreline.

Read more Here

Now open: Apple Online Store, Philippines.

I got so excited when I read my emails especially that the official Apple Online Store is now open in the Philippines.

Now, Philippines resident can buy Mac, iPod and any third-party gear directly from Apple Online Store.

Hopefully, before Christmas I can buy an iPod shuffle. It will be a great gift for my husband since his planning to buy this one for a long time. This iPod Shuffle costs ₱ 2,790.00 and it can be delivered to your home in 1 to 2 business days only.


Anyway, for more information on the official Apple Online Store in the Philippines, you can visit: http://store.apple.com/ph

Winners of Miss Earth 2008

Ms. Fire 2008 - Ms. Brazil
Ms. Water 2008 - Ms. Mexico
Ms. Air 2008 - Ms. Tanzania
Ms. Earth 2008 - Ms. Philippines

Aeirin with Ms Earth 2008 Karla Henry

Congratulations to Miss Philippines Karla Henry! You made us proud! Mabuhay!

Michael Johns is coming to the Philippines!

I've been an avid fan of American Idol Season 7. And I'm happy to hear that one of my favorite idols is coming to Manila. Yes, Michael Johns is coming to the Philippines!

Michael will be performing at the following locations this month:
November 18: TriNoma Mall, Activity Center, 7:00PM
November 19: Glorietta Mall, Glorietta Activity Center
November 20: Alabang Mall, Activity Center, 6:30PM
November 21: Greenbelt Mall, Greenbelt 3, Park, 7:00PM

I hope I can get a chance to see one of his live performance here in Manila.

I also heard that Ramielle Malubay, Danny Noriega and David Cook will be in Manila in the next months.

Ely Buendia discharged from the hospital

Good news! Ely Buendia has been discharged from the Philippine Heart Center.

According to Buendia’s manager Day Cabuhat, Ely has recovered after undergoing his third angioplasty to clear his blocked arteries. Ely expressed his gratitude to those who prayed, visited and supported him. But Ely still needs some rest. I'm really glad that Ely is okay.

Arkin Magalona and Eon Buendia

As I was searching for some updates regarding Francis Magalona and Ely Buendia's health, I remember a video that was done 2 years ago...

Superproxy 2K6 -FrancisM feat. Ely Buendia, Eon Dracula Ventura Buendia and Arkin Magalona

Eraserhead's original, Superproxy was revived by Francis M, giving the song a slight twist. I love this video so much because of those kiddos. I can't get enough of this little Ely and little Francis, so here are some of their photos.

Anyway, Get well soon to Francis M. and Ely Buendia.

Ely Buendia’s operation successful

Some of you don't know this but I'm an avid fan of Ely Buendia. So it was a relief knowing that his 3rd angioplasty was a success. (In 2007, Ely also suffered a heart attack while his new band Pupil was performing in Laguna. He underwent two angioplasty procedures at the PHC.)

Anyway, according to Ely’s manager, Day Cabuhat, "Ely is now '100 percent fully-restored' after doctors at the Philippine Heart Center operated his clogged blood vessel." However, Ely needs to stay in hospital for two more weeks for a cardiac rehabilitation.

I hope he fully recover soon... I heard there will be a part two of the Reunion concert.

Eheads reunion concert cut short; Ely Buendia rushed to the hospital

The much awaited concert of the Eraserheads was cut short when the lead vocalist Ely Buendia suffered chest pain.

The Eheads opened the concert at 8:15 p.m. with their hit song “Alapaap" and proceeded to play classics such as “Ligaya," “Wag Mo Nang Itanong," “Fruitcake," among others. More than 10 songs were played to eager fans at The Fort

Around 9:30 p.m., the band took a 30-minute break. Forty minutes later, Buendia’s sister went up to the stage to break the sad news.



According to some fans, Buendia stopped playing his guitar in the middle of the reunion concert. They said the lead singer sat on the floor and bowed his head. Then the stage lights went out.

Ely was rushed to the Makati Medical Center, where he was reported to be in stable condition.

Eheads' Ely Buendia Mom died

I was searching online about the much awaited Eraserheads Reunion Concert, however, what I saw was very shocking. Ely Buendia's mom died yesterday morning.

Below is a message from Jim Ayson to the CIRCUS Yahoo! Groups…

Hi guys - I got a message from Sancho saying Ely’s mom died this morning - went into a cardiac arrest after surgery. The guy is in grief so prayers, condolences for the man might be in order to give him strength and solace. Those of you who have lost parents know what I mean.

jim

Condolence to Ely and to his family

But according to TV Patrol, the concert will push through. Though the concert will not for free anymore because Philip Morris backed out from sponsoring the concert due to violation of:

RA9211 - An Act Regulating The Packaging, Use, Sale Distribution and Advertisements of Tobacco Products and for Other Purposes

Now, the reunion concert tickets is FOR SALE through Ticketworld.

Eraserheads: The Reunion

The Fort Open Field - August 30, 2008 8PM Ticket Prices: Php 1372 Php 844 About the Show: Tickets Available at... • all TicketWorld outlets • selected National Bookstore branches • Robinsons Department Store (Galleria, Malate, Festival Mall, & Starmill Pampanga) • and Ayala Malls (Greenbelt 1 & Glorietta 1 Cinema Booth) TicketWorld Head Office is open until 10PM August 28 (Thursday) and August 29 (Friday) EXTENDED HOURS: Ticketworld outlets to serve you until 9pm (Aug 28 and 29) • National Bookstore (Mall of Asia) • National Bookstore (Megamall) • Glorietta-1 Cinema Ticket Booth • National Bookstore (North EDSA) • National Bookstore (Araneta, Cubao)