Thursday, December 4, 2008

Dinos Alive! World Tour

Last November 27, we were lucky to be one of the firsts to see the Grand Launch of Dinos Alive Tour 2008.

The lighting of the waterfall facade marked the opening of Dinos Alive Tour 2008 in Manila. Press, celebrities, sponsors and executives were there to have an upclose view of the 31 different robotic dinosaurs. The biggest is 2 storeys high (Apatosaurus).

Apatosaurus

I saw Mayor Peewee Trinidad of Pasay City and Alvin Patrimonio with his family. They were enjoying the roaring experience in the Cretaceous and Jurassic era.

Anyway, we are very impressed on what they have done to this place. Imagine the “walk-through” dinosaur theme park, that measures 12 times the size of a basketball court (12,000 sq m), is full of fun and adventures.

It only takes one ticket to access the Dinos exhibit and all the fun activities in store for you. Among thses are Purefood dino trains and inflatebles, Alaska game zone, QTV Movie Theater, Caltex fossil dig, Santa's grotto and entertainment provided by magicians, clowns, face painters and the likes.

So, if you want to exprience a different kind of adventure, visit Dinos Alive Tour 2008 at Block 5 of SM Mall of Asia (MOA).

Tickets on weekdays cost P500 for adult, P400 for children below a meter and P1,600 for family package, which includes five tickets.

Weekend ticket prices, on the other hand, are P600 for adult, P450 for children and P1,750 for family package.

Don't worry, Dinos Alive organizers have considered the economic situation and how Filipinos loves going out in large groups. So on top of the family package, 3 supplementary tickets are available for purchase at Php 200 each.

For tickets call Ticket World (02) 891-9999.

"Dinos Alive World Tour" is open to public from Nov. 28, 2008 to Jan. 11, 2009.

They also have party plans. If you plan to celebrate your birthday, Christmas party, or even company outing in Dinos Alive! World Tour, you may get in touch with Mylene Amalgro at 09284170008.

The Dinos Alive! World Tour is guaranteed to thrill audiences young and old in a fun, educational and interactive display of mechanical magic.

For more information on , please visit: http://www.dinosalivetour.com/ or visit their blog at: http://dinosalivetour.wordpress.com/

More pictures: http://irisaeirin.multiply.com/

Written By Aeirin

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Sit On Santa’s Lap

Have you been naughty or nice this year? If you want to know what Santa thinks of you, just sit on his lap through http://www.sitonsantaslap.com/?utm_source=b

The Sit On Santa’s Lap website lets you upload your picture plus you can tell Santa what you wish for this Christmas. Then Santa's elves will check if you are naughty or nice.

I've tried it. Here's my picture:
And Rene checked my name on thier database and I'm thumbs up! So, it means I'm nice. Here's my video as a proof:


Anyway, I've noticed the digital frame that Santa is using. It looks good and I think it will be a great gift this Christmas. It lets you receives photos by phone of Wi-Fi. This frame is another innovation from CEIVA.

CEIVAshare is the simplest way to share photos with your family and friends. Connecting by an existing phone line, CEIVAshare quickly deliver cherished photos to loved ones in an easy, plug-and-play way.

Ceiva is holding a contest called Got a Wish Sweeepstakes. It so easy to join, just like what I did on my video. Upload your picture, and sit on Sata's lap and tell him what you want this Holiday. There will be 1 random entry selected for each day of the contest; cash prize of $500 per winner. So what are you waiting for sit on Santa's lap and join Got a Wish Sweeepstakes.

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Written By Aeirin

I Got A Package!

Not so long ago, I joined a contest in Paraiso Philippines Forum and I was one of the three winners. And I've won a New York City shirt.

The administrator on the said forum got sick, so the package was delayed. I almost forgot about it, but this morning our security guard called in and said I have a package. I thought it was our pictures from the TMX event. But I was surprised to see that the package came from MD, USA.

Finally, I got my New York shirt. Thanks to Paraiso Philippines Forum.

Written By Aeirin

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

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 TITLEARTISTRECORD LABEL
Tulak Ng BibigJULIANNEMCA Music, Inc.

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE RECORDING ARTIST
SONG TITLEARTISTRECORD LABEL
Sana Maulit MuliGARY VALENCIANOStar Recording, Inc. / ASAP Music

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A DUET
SONG TITLEARTISTSRECORD LABEL
Hard Habit To BreakJED MADELA & GARY VALENCIANOUniversal Records, Inc.

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A GROUP RECORDING ARTIST
SONG TITLEARTISTRECORD LABEL
TatsulokBAMBOOEMI Philippines

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW FEMALE RECORDING ARTIST
SONG TITLEARTISTRECORD LABEL
GratefulJULIANNEMCA Music Inc.

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW MALE RECORDING ARTIST
SONG TITLEARTISTRECORD LABEL
I'll Take Care Of YouRICHARD POONMCA Music Inc.

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW GROUP RECORDING ARTISTS
SONG TITLEARTISTRECORD LABEL
Let Me Love You TonightRYAN CAYABYAB RCSSony BMG Music Phils.


Creativity Awards

ALBUM OF THE YEAR
ALBUM TITLEPRODUCERS
ARTIST 
RECORD LABEL
SalamatLaurenti 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 TITLECOMPOSER
ARTIST
RECORD LABEL
IkawMedwin Marfil 
Sarah Geronimo 

Viva Records Corp.


BEST-SELLING ALBUM OF THE YEAR
ALBUM TITLE
SONG TITLES
PRODUCERS
ARTIST(S) 
RECORD LABEL
SalamatLaurenti Dyogi, Malou N. Santos & Annabelle R. Borja / Jon Ilagan, Billet Sangalang & Civ Fontanilla
Yeng Constantino

Star Recording, Inc. / Dream Big Productions

BEST BALLAD
SONG TITLEPRODUCERS
COMPOSER
LYRICIST
ARTIST
RECORD LABEL
It's Over NowFrancis Guevarra 
Louie Ocampo, Joey Albert & Janice de Belen 
Kyla 
EMI Philippines, Inc.

BEST ROCK
SONG TITLEPRODUCER (EXEC. OR LINE)
COMPOSERS
LYRICISTS
ARTIST
RECORD LABEL
TatsulokBamboo 
Romeo Dongeto 
Bamboo 

EMI Philippines, Inc. 

BEST NOVELTY
SONG TITLEPRODUCER 
COMPOSER(S)/LYRICIST(S)
ARTIST
RECORD LABEL
Itaktak MoRudy Y. Tee 
Josephous Ybanez / Joey de Leon 
Joey de Leon

Sony BMG Music Philippines

BEST WORLD/ALTERNATIVE MUSIC
SONG TITLEPRODUCER 
COMPOSER
LYRICIST
ARTIST
RECORD LABEL
Turning My Safety OffNeil Gregorio & Sinosikat? 
Sinosikat? 
Sinosikat? 

Warner Music Philippines

BEST RAP
SONG TITLEPRODUCER 
COMPOSER
LYRICISTS
ARTISTS
RECORD LABEL
LandoJonathan Ong 
Chito Miranda & Aristotle Pollisco 
Gloc 9 featuring Francis M 

Sony BMG Music Phil.

BEST JAZZ RECORDING
SONG TITLEPRODUCER 
COMPOSER
LYRICIST
ARTIST
RECORD LABEL
Akin KaNeil Gregorio & Sinosikat? 
Sinosikat? 
Sinosikat? 

Warner Music Philippines

BEST R & B
SONG TITLEPRODUCER
COMPOSERS/LYRICISTS
ARTISTS
RECORD LABEL
Let Me Love You TonightRyan Cayabyab 
Ryan Cayabyab 
Ryan Cayabyab RCS 

Sony BMG Music Philippines

BEST SONG WRITTEN FOR MOVIE/TV/STAGE PLAY
SONG TITLEPRODUCER
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 TITLEPRODUCER
COMPOSERS
LYRICISTS
ARTISTS
RECORD LABEL
SalamatJon Ilagan, Billet Sangalang & Civ Fontanilla 
Yeng Constantino 
Yeng Constantino 

Star Recording, Inc. / Dream Big Productions

BEST CHRISTMAS
SONG TITLEPRODUCER
COMPOSER
LYRICIST
ARTIST
RECORD LABEL
A Perfect ChristmasIto Rapadas 
Jose Mari Chan 
Jed Madela

Universal Records, Inc.

BEST REGIONAL RECORDING
SONG TITLEPRODUCER
COMPOSER
LYRICIST
ARTIST
RECORD LABEL
Matud NilaPatty Mayoriago, Djhonna Geraldoy & Civ Fontanilla 
Ben Zubiri
Mark Bautista 

Star Recording, Inc./ ASAP Music

BEST DANCE
SONG TITLEPRODUCER
COMPOSER
LYRICIST
ARTISTS
RECORD LABEL
Sumayaw KaRudy Y. Tee 
Aristotle Pollisco 
Gloc 9 

Sony BMG Music Philippines

Technical Achievement Awards


BEST MUSICAL ARRANGEMENT
SONG TITLEMUSICAL ARRANGER(S)RECORD LABEL
ProbinsyanaBambooEMI Philippines

BEST VOCAL ARRANGEMENT
SONG TITLEVOCAL ARRANGER(S)RECORD LABEL
SouvenirsMoy OrtizViva Records Corporation

BEST ENGINEERED RECORDING
SONG TITLESOUND ENGINEER/ RECORDING STUDIORECORD LABEL
ProbinsyanaAngee Rozul 
Tracks Studio
EMI Philippines

BEST ALBUM PACKAGE
ALBUM TITLECREATIVE ARTISTS: GRAPHIC DESIGNER 
CONCEPT, PHOTOGRAPHY 
RECORD LABEL
Moonlane GardensGraphic Designer & Photography: Sarah Gaugler 
Album Concept: Clementine 

Universal Records, Inc.
MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR
SONG TITLEPRODUCER (EXEC. OR LINE)
DIRECTOR
ARTISTS
RECORD LABEL
ProbinsyanaChristopher 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:
The 21st Awit Awards CoverageEd, 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:

The 21st Awit Awards Coverage



Written By Aeirin