Don't miss the Star-studded "Ai H.E.A.R.T. RCBN" concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum!



The "Ai H.E.A.R.T. RCBN" benefit concert will serve as the gift or Thanksgiving of the Diocese of Novaliches to His Excillency Antonio R. Tobias since he'll be retiring as the their Bishop (Diocese of Novaliches). The said concert will also celebrate , her 30th Anniversary in show business. She promises to make the concert very special. Another great reason to celebrate is the fact that all the proceeds will go directly to the construction of the Kristong Hari, Future Shrine of the Youth. The benefit concert will happen on June 24, 2019, Monday, 7pm at the Smart Araneta Center. 


Ms. Ai-Ai delas Alas during her follow-up blogcon for "Ai H.E.A.R.T. RCBN" benefit concert

During her blogcon, she has mentioned the confirmed guests/ performers she invited to join them and they are (in alphabetical order) .. Lovely Abella, Bayani Agbayani, Kyline Alcantara, Wally Bayola, Sanco Vito delas Alas, Sophia delas Alas, Jeric Gonzales, Jose Manalo, Valene Montenegro, Michael "Pekto" Nacua, Alden Richards, Julie Anne San Jose and Erik Santos. She promises a really fun-filled and very entertaining concert with all those line-up of stars and there might also be surprise guests, so better watch this concert guys, you do not only get to enjoy, you also help the beneficiaries, which is the Kristong Hari, Future Shrine of the Youth Foundation's construction. 


One of Ms. Ai-Ai's admirable characters is her being a religious person and that she believes in giving back her blessings to others by helping and supporting those who are in need, like the Kristong Hari church. And this time, they are aiming to raise an amount of Php20M and hopefully they could achieve it and fill up the big venue since they will be joined by a total of 76 parish churches. 


One of Ms. Ai's major sponsors if the BLI Farm 

The Comedy and Blockbuster Queen, now a "Humanitarian Queen," wishes to thank all the sponsors, and all the people who helped her and made this benefit concert of her possible: BLI Farm, HOBE, Pitalicious, Zaldy Aquino, Mama Fely de la Cruz and a lot more whom they will acknowledge during the said concert and she also especially mentioned Bossing Vic Sotto  (Marvic Sotto) whom she refers to as one of her avid donors for Kristong Hari and that there's also a pillar in the church that carries his name. Isn't that great? Hope that more people will do the same, no wonder Bossing has also a lot of blessings in his own cup and more to give and share. 

The construction of the Kristong Hari, Future Shrine of the Youth started two years ago and that according to Ms. Ai, it has already reached 50% of its completion and it also houses a Columbarium. In addition, the whole construction will be completed for the next two years more and that after this benefit concert of Ms. Ai-Ai, they will be having more projects to help them fully-furnish the church project. 

Ms. Ai also shared that, Alden Richards, Erik Santos, Jose Manalo and Wally Bayola were the first few ones to immediately confirm to participate and be part of the benefit concert. She also said that, she understands that some of the guests she requested or ask to participate would not be available on the said day, since the schedule for the tapings in GMA Network falls every Monday, Wednesday and Friday but she's still hoping for the possibility of surprise guests to appear. 

Me with the amiable Ms. Ai-Ai 

On the other hand, Ms. Ai's latest movie, "Feelennial" (feeling millennial) with Bayani Agbayani, is a sure-fire riot, I myslef had watched and really enjoyed the whole film. You can see the zany chemistry of Ms. Ai and Bayano in the screen which is no wonder, they have been friends for a long time and that this will be the first time for both of them to work together in a movie. 

In her 30 years of being the the showbiz industry, Ms. Ai also expressed her gratitude to ABS-CBN and Star Cinema for being part of the movie "Ang Tanging Ina" and its accompanying sequels, she considered it as one of her greatest milestones, she stated that, if not for her exposure and the success of the movie, she will not be able to last for 30 years in showbiz and have a successful career as well. She also shared that, after nine years, she'll be having a movie that is set to join the MMFF 2019 official entries. 


Congratulations Ms. Ai-Ai for spearheading this benefit concert and on your 30th Anniversary!!! 
More blessings to come your way!!! 





You could buy your tickets through Ticketnet.com.ph 






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Himig Handog P-POP Love Songs Final Night Live at SM Mall of Asia Arena



I've always been fascinated with contests, searches or competitions that cater Pinoy's genuine talents. It primarily promotes best Filipino savvy thereby rendering great honor and prestige for our country. This time, in celebration of 60 years of Philippine television, ABS-CBN and Star Records had set the stage once again for brilliant Filipino composers globally. It was relaunched as "Himig Handog" with the theme, "Pinoy Pop (P-POP) Love Songs: Mga Awit at Kuwento ng Pusong Pilipino."

Presently on its 5th year, they had received a total of 2,500 original compositions from Pinoy songwriters worldwide. And out of those thousands of entries, 12 songs emerged and were chosen as "Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs" finalists. 

HIMIG HANDOG TOP 12 FINALISTS

1. Alaala
Composers: Ma. Fe Mechenette G. Tianga, Melvin Huervana, Joel O. Jabat Jr.
All from Iloilo, Ma. Fe is a band memeber of Filterscrew band
Interpreted by: Yeng Constantino

2. Ano'ng Nangyari sa Ating Dalawa
Composer: Jovinor Tan from malabon, Director of Indie Films
Interpreted by: Aiza Seguerra

3. Hanggang Wakas
Composer: Soc Villanueva
From Perth Western Australia. composer of hit songs like "Kung Ako Na Lang Sana" by Bituin Escalante, "Kulang Ako Kung Wala Ka" by Erik Santos, "Ka Bayani" by Gary Granada. Previous Himig Handog grand prize winner for Kung Ako Na Lang Sana and Ka Bayani.
Interpreted by: Juris

4. If You Ever Change your Mind
Composer: Marlon Aunor
From makati City, Ateneo student. Niece of Superstar Nora Aunor and Lala Aunor's daughter
Interpreted by: Marion Aunor

5. Kahit Na
Composer: Julius James De Belen aka Bojam/Jumbo
From Pasig City, Head Producer at Flip Music. Has produced tracks for Young JV, Thyro and Yumi among others.
Interpreted by: Toni Gonzaga

6. Nasa Iyo Na Ang Lahat 
Composer: Jungee Marcelo
From Pasig City. Composer of hit songs like "Sayaweh," and "Ako Na Lang" by Zia Quizon, "Opposites Attract" by Juris among others
Interpreted by: Daniel Padilla

7. One Day
Composer: Agatha Morallos
Musician and band member from Baguio City
Interpreted by: Angeline Quinto

8. Pwede Bang Ako na Lang Ulit
Composer: Jeffrey Cifra from Bacoor, Cavite
Interpreted by: Bugoy Drilon

9. Sana'y Magbalik
Composer: Arman Alferez
Band member and composer from Caloocan
Interpreted by: Jovit Baldivino

10. Scared To Death
Composer: Domingo Rosco Jr. from Bohol
Interpreted by: KZ Tandingan

11. Tamang Panahon
Composer: Wynn Andrada
Student and part-time model from Manila
Interpreted by: Wynn Andrada

12. This Song is For You
Composer: Jude Gitamondoc
From Cebu City; Composer of "One More Chance" sung by Piolo Pascual from the movie of same title
Interpreted by: Erik Santos

During the "Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs" presscon held at 9501 Restaurant in ELJ bldg. at ABS-CBN compound, I got to talk to Marion Aunor, one of my bets in this competition. She told us that her inclination towards music writing come from her grandmother who's into writing Christian songs. She can play some musical instruments like drums, guitar and piano. according to her, the genre she digs are mostly ballad, blues and pop songs and more comfortable with anything on the piano. Marlon has a very distinct and unique voice, having a great resemblance with Zia Quizon, whom we (me and Marion) both love. 
Marion Aquino holding a copy of "Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs" cd

Her expectations from this competition? "Well I guess to be known as a singer/songwriter, especially since not a lot of artists write their own songs right now, so you know, I guess that would be kinda like an edge." Now you hear that from a young artist who's got a lot of potential. Best of luck, Marion! 

Well, that was just me in the middle hehe, flanked by Ms. Lala Aunor, (L) Marlon's mom and with Marion herself (R).

Another promising artist, towering young man, Wynn Andrada

with Bugoy Drilon, I also love his interpretation of "Pwede Bang ako Na lang Ulit"


"Himig Handog..." artists Jovit Baldivino, Juris and Bugoy Drilon during the presscon

"Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs" grand finals will be held today, February 24, 2013 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena and will be aired over ABS-CBN. Catch the big winners tonight! 












































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