From Glee, Darren Criss performing this song that inspires me to be able to get back on my two feet again, as normally as I can...by January 2011, I'll be off my back brace constraints but to be cautious of sudden twists and turns, and crowds, I'll be wearing it everytime I'm out and about for support. I love dancing and I miss it. I'd like to be able to dance again, as limited as my movements are now, I hope in a way I'd still be able to somehow. I look forward to being able to drive again, starting on short distances first and as long as it's tolerable for my back. It's like getting my new driver's license, again! Watch out roads, here I come! 2011, bring it on! hahaaaa
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Christmas In Our Hearts
I just had one of those rare opportunities in meeting one of my favorite Original Pilipino Music songwriters and singers, the highly respected Mr. Jose Mari Chan. I finally had the guts to come up to him and he's warm and accommodating with a ready smile. All the more I am amazed at how great he is. He's very nice and a real definition of gentleman. No wonder he comes up with big hits! He is an admirable family man, a successful entrepreneur, and composes beautiful songs that tug our heart strings.
It is the season for celebrating the birthday of Jesus Christ and one of his well-known songs that best describes the true meaning of Christmas is: Christmas In Our Hearts :-)
Maligayang Pasko po sa inyong lahat!
It is the season for celebrating the birthday of Jesus Christ and one of his well-known songs that best describes the true meaning of Christmas is: Christmas In Our Hearts :-)
Maligayang Pasko po sa inyong lahat!
Friday, December 17, 2010
Lead Me, Lord
The lamp upon my feet during my darkest year, 2010...Lead Me Lord, that I may be guided by your shining light. May new beginnings as we ring in 2011 and in the coming years bring forth good health that my body be physically able again; that my heart be healed from the pain of loss and emotional hurts; that my mind be less troubled as I lift all my worries, anxieties to God the Almighty as I share with Him the happiness of continued blessings He bestows upon me, family, friends, love ones who are angels sent in my daily walks in life, Amen. Thank you.
Christmas Feed
By next week it's Christmas time. We celebrate the birthday of our Saviour, Lord Jesus Christ and thank Him for being our Saving Grace. Here's a Timeless Christmas Song in not only feeding ourselves, but remembering the world who are in need too. It's a season for giving, for sharing. It's about thanksgiving. Most importantly, Christmas is for celebrating our being saved for God helped us make it through.
Wishing blogsphere: Merry Christmas and Blessed New Years!!!
Wishing blogsphere: Merry Christmas and Blessed New Years!!!
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
JOVIT's 1st concert @ ALIW Theater
JOVIT BALDIVINO,
THE NEW MR. FAITHFULLY
by: Lorelie Dino
13 November 2010 will forever be remembered as the first official concert of Jovit Baldivino, first ever Pilipinas Got Talent champion. Batangas-native-famed karneng baka, matalim na balisong, and kapeng barako, he shot to popular stardom with Journey’s all-time favorite “Faithfully.” DZRH-owned Aliw theater provided very nice and intimate accommodations for his mega-performance.
A small package yet comes with a big voice, Jovit definitely has the confidence in working it out onstage. There were still many seats left unoccupied. The rowdy crowd were getting impatient by the lateness, sarcastically clapping hands for it to get started, but he managed to gain back the momentum for the crave for his singing powers once the electrifying guitar and cymbals were hit. In posters it said the show starts at 7, in tickets it said 8, by 9 o’clock, when is the real showtime? Funny as how it was announced in 5 minutes heads up it’s finally about to begin, you’ll be amazed at the Pinoy ingenuity. What happened, in less than 5 minutes, everybody change your seats! As quickly as how smartly Filipinos are, the change seats tactic made the ambience all the more homely.
With scaffoldings backdrop and bright red, blue, green, yellow lights shining down on a new, bright star, Jovit Baldivino kicked off the night with no-hands, back flip to “You Give Love A Bad Name.” He right away gave his “Maraming Salamat!” for all the loving support to his debuting show. It was stellar-casted by exceptional guests that included the much desired slim Kim Chiu, heartfelt balladeer Bugoy De Leon, beautifully gifted Yeng Constantino, funny as ever love team and true-to-life lovebirds Melai and Jason. Sam Milby could not make it as he was hospitalized with a bout of fever and throat infection, most likely from his grueling schedule also the night before for Richard Poon’s 25-orchestrated PICC concert. Nevertheless, it’s Jovit who’s the headliner for the stage and he fully took control of it. Not only does he have the incomparable talent, he’s got the male Pinoy suaveness as well.
His repertoire included songs from his first and sophomore albums, “Faithfully” and “I’d Do Anything For Love,” respectively. Second song was “Carrie” and he often asked the crowd to raise their arms who are enjoying the show. You can tell right off bat that Jovit has very strong vocals. He commands his own delivery. Followed by his own rendition of Bryan Adams’ “Please Forgive Me,” he has very lively interaction of candid candor with the audience.
Nyoy Volante is the genius behind the mastery of his musical directorial job with a 9-member band. Jovit was backed up by silver, gliterry-attired, funky dancers pumping to Queen’s “We Will Rock You.” The men were in hot, leather pants while the women were in sexy short skirts and rocked all the more steady to “Highway Star” by Deep Purple. By the 6th number, he had the crowd chanting competitively with each other by saying Mahina! Mahina! to another Bon Jovi hit “Living On A Prayer.” He even jokingly asked the fans again to raise the arms of those enjoying and then raise the arms, too, of those who were not.
Bugoy made a special appearance, crooning to Brian McKnight’s “One Last Cry” and R. Kelly’s “I Believe I Can Fly.” Serving as a huge encouragement to many Filipinos, Bugoy gives outstanding performances that had me in buckets of tears with his choice of inspirational songs that night. With that kind of melancholy melody, who wouldn’t cry? Yeah, I guess only I did cry, nobody else did. Embarrassing! Nevertheless, the message for everyone is to “Keep On Dreaming!”--- “if I just believe it, there’s nothing to it.” For Bugoy, his dreams are coming true. He reinforces it by relaying that if he can do it, so can we. He reached a diverse range of octaves with his rendition and different decibels were played.
Back to Jovit, an OPM from his debut album, he bared his soul to “Paano.” He then introduced his guitar and performed his own original composition “Tama.” In pink sassy attire, Kim Chiu Bollywood-fly-danced and had a punchline comeback from Jovit when he asked how her love life is going. He suddenly hit “Too Much Love Will Kill You.”
In full glitter, Melai Cantiveros playfully did a duet with Jovit by blasting to Imelda Papin’s “Isang Linggong Pag-Ibig.” Jealousy entered when Jason Francisco danced to King of Pop, Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” in different versions from Tango to Tinikling, including Boogie style and Swing. The MelaJasonPexers came in full support with their emblazoned signage. They added the fun ingredient to this enjoyable concert of Jovit’s.
A back-to-back combo of Air Supply’s “Making Love Out Of Nothing At All” and “I Can Wait Forever” romanticized the night to a higher notch. In a cute black and white ensemble, Yeng sauntered onstage with her self-composed lovely songs that included “Jeepney Love Story.”
Late into the night, he sang rock hits after hits from Bon Jovi and Jon Bon Jovi’s “Always” to Guns N’ Roses “Sweet Child O’Mine”. Thinking it was the encore with yellow garland around his neck, “Faithfully” took the breath away of the audience. Jovit immediately came back to hold everybody’s horses with Chicago’s “Hard To Say I’m Sorry” and finalizing it on a resounding applause with his wide “Open Arms.”
11 o’clock on the dot, the show ended but this is only the start of it all. Your life’s travels to many more roads of success is on its way, Jovit B. You just keep on rocking the stage, you definitely know how to own it. Being the modest person that you are from your lineage, you’ll definitely make it big time than you could ever ask for. It’s no wonder you’re the Philippines’ grand winner. Congratulations on your first ever major concert, cheers to many more!
THE NEW MR. FAITHFULLY
by: Lorelie Dino
13 November 2010 will forever be remembered as the first official concert of Jovit Baldivino, first ever Pilipinas Got Talent champion. Batangas-native-famed karneng baka, matalim na balisong, and kapeng barako, he shot to popular stardom with Journey’s all-time favorite “Faithfully.” DZRH-owned Aliw theater provided very nice and intimate accommodations for his mega-performance.
A small package yet comes with a big voice, Jovit definitely has the confidence in working it out onstage. There were still many seats left unoccupied. The rowdy crowd were getting impatient by the lateness, sarcastically clapping hands for it to get started, but he managed to gain back the momentum for the crave for his singing powers once the electrifying guitar and cymbals were hit. In posters it said the show starts at 7, in tickets it said 8, by 9 o’clock, when is the real showtime? Funny as how it was announced in 5 minutes heads up it’s finally about to begin, you’ll be amazed at the Pinoy ingenuity. What happened, in less than 5 minutes, everybody change your seats! As quickly as how smartly Filipinos are, the change seats tactic made the ambience all the more homely.
With scaffoldings backdrop and bright red, blue, green, yellow lights shining down on a new, bright star, Jovit Baldivino kicked off the night with no-hands, back flip to “You Give Love A Bad Name.” He right away gave his “Maraming Salamat!” for all the loving support to his debuting show. It was stellar-casted by exceptional guests that included the much desired slim Kim Chiu, heartfelt balladeer Bugoy De Leon, beautifully gifted Yeng Constantino, funny as ever love team and true-to-life lovebirds Melai and Jason. Sam Milby could not make it as he was hospitalized with a bout of fever and throat infection, most likely from his grueling schedule also the night before for Richard Poon’s 25-orchestrated PICC concert. Nevertheless, it’s Jovit who’s the headliner for the stage and he fully took control of it. Not only does he have the incomparable talent, he’s got the male Pinoy suaveness as well.
His repertoire included songs from his first and sophomore albums, “Faithfully” and “I’d Do Anything For Love,” respectively. Second song was “Carrie” and he often asked the crowd to raise their arms who are enjoying the show. You can tell right off bat that Jovit has very strong vocals. He commands his own delivery. Followed by his own rendition of Bryan Adams’ “Please Forgive Me,” he has very lively interaction of candid candor with the audience.
Nyoy Volante is the genius behind the mastery of his musical directorial job with a 9-member band. Jovit was backed up by silver, gliterry-attired, funky dancers pumping to Queen’s “We Will Rock You.” The men were in hot, leather pants while the women were in sexy short skirts and rocked all the more steady to “Highway Star” by Deep Purple. By the 6th number, he had the crowd chanting competitively with each other by saying Mahina! Mahina! to another Bon Jovi hit “Living On A Prayer.” He even jokingly asked the fans again to raise the arms of those enjoying and then raise the arms, too, of those who were not.
Bugoy made a special appearance, crooning to Brian McKnight’s “One Last Cry” and R. Kelly’s “I Believe I Can Fly.” Serving as a huge encouragement to many Filipinos, Bugoy gives outstanding performances that had me in buckets of tears with his choice of inspirational songs that night. With that kind of melancholy melody, who wouldn’t cry? Yeah, I guess only I did cry, nobody else did. Embarrassing! Nevertheless, the message for everyone is to “Keep On Dreaming!”--- “if I just believe it, there’s nothing to it.” For Bugoy, his dreams are coming true. He reinforces it by relaying that if he can do it, so can we. He reached a diverse range of octaves with his rendition and different decibels were played.
Back to Jovit, an OPM from his debut album, he bared his soul to “Paano.” He then introduced his guitar and performed his own original composition “Tama.” In pink sassy attire, Kim Chiu Bollywood-fly-danced and had a punchline comeback from Jovit when he asked how her love life is going. He suddenly hit “Too Much Love Will Kill You.”
In full glitter, Melai Cantiveros playfully did a duet with Jovit by blasting to Imelda Papin’s “Isang Linggong Pag-Ibig.” Jealousy entered when Jason Francisco danced to King of Pop, Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” in different versions from Tango to Tinikling, including Boogie style and Swing. The MelaJasonPexers came in full support with their emblazoned signage. They added the fun ingredient to this enjoyable concert of Jovit’s.
A back-to-back combo of Air Supply’s “Making Love Out Of Nothing At All” and “I Can Wait Forever” romanticized the night to a higher notch. In a cute black and white ensemble, Yeng sauntered onstage with her self-composed lovely songs that included “Jeepney Love Story.”
Late into the night, he sang rock hits after hits from Bon Jovi and Jon Bon Jovi’s “Always” to Guns N’ Roses “Sweet Child O’Mine”. Thinking it was the encore with yellow garland around his neck, “Faithfully” took the breath away of the audience. Jovit immediately came back to hold everybody’s horses with Chicago’s “Hard To Say I’m Sorry” and finalizing it on a resounding applause with his wide “Open Arms.”
11 o’clock on the dot, the show ended but this is only the start of it all. Your life’s travels to many more roads of success is on its way, Jovit B. You just keep on rocking the stage, you definitely know how to own it. Being the modest person that you are from your lineage, you’ll definitely make it big time than you could ever ask for. It’s no wonder you’re the Philippines’ grand winner. Congratulations on your first ever major concert, cheers to many more!
Sunday, December 12, 2010
National Pride, Arnel Pineda!
Bonggalicious Chant: Manila! Manila! Hinahanap-hanap kita, Manila! Panahon Na Para Magsaya! performed at Arnel Pineda's intimate show with his original bandmates, Ammo, at Resorts World Newport City open grounds on November 26, 2010.
Witnessing him perform live is way better than watching him on video. Actually, that's just my lame excuse for audio glitch since for some reason, video is not uploading properly heheeee ;-p
The Real Deal: Adam Lambert
10-10-10, The Glam Nation!
by: Lorelie Dino
Glamberts worldwide and Philamberts (Filipino Glamberts) all set and ready for the Glam Nation tour!
Arriving from Tokyo Japan, an hour before clock struck midnight on 10-10-10, Adam Lambert finally landed in Manila for the first time.
Honesty is the best policy. If you look up eccentric, you’ll find his name in its definition. Aquarian Adam Mitchel Lambert lives by that reputation when he openly came out as the first gay American Idol. Truth, uniqueness, and respect sets you free.
Filipinos’ very own, Paraluman, opened the hot evening with their 4-song setlist. After the long wait at 9:15, Adam “Voodooed” onstage with his signature look of black eyeliner full geared like that from Disney’s Princess and the Frog villain, Dr. Facilier, but more flamboyantly. Second on his 15-song repertoire same-titled debut album, as much anticipated, Adam was born “For Your Entertainment.” Dark and mystery themed, he sang “Down The Rabbit Hole” and “Ring Of Fire.”
With “Fever,” it wouldn’t be Adam without him kissing one of his band members. If he does not deliver, people become disappointed. Take him as he is, there may have been some over reaction in certain society members saying the show should have been PG-rated. If that’s not your cup of tea, then simply don’t watch, that’s your choice. Maybe that’s why there were some vacant seats. Nevertheless, Adam being Adam, he rightfully earned his musical status now. Certain parts were theatrical as that’s how he worked hard since his youth. Television is not enough justice. After hearing him perform live, the instruments did not overpower his vocals nor vice-versa. With his ballads, he’s similar to a one-man heavenly choir with his angelic voice, like a lullaby. He does not pull out his vocal chords, he just hymns along synchronically. Mostly during the night, the crowd listened intently and applauded each song with screams.
It’s indeed a delight with acoustic versions that he performed, beautifully carried. That’s a rare treat compared to just hearing the cd. He wisely advises that with true love, it comes with asking the right questions. Before hitting it off with “Whataya Want From Me,” he was a “Sleepwalker.” Adam then “Soared” and was “Broken Open.” Another Adam wisdom nugget, “first step in finding true love, you got to love yourself” then came the “Aftermath.”
Having Aerosmith and Led Zeppelin as one of his influences, there was an intermission break of heavy metal electric guitar playing. Every time he spoke, he was able to hold the audience’s attention. By his 11th song of “Sure Fire Winners,” he was sweating it out in a black sleeveless top and “Strut” some more. One of my favorites, he belted to “Music Again,” proudly saying “My band rocks!” He gave recognition to those in attendance who dolled up. He showed his appreciation with “Hi! You’re also beautiful tonight. Thank you for dressing up. I love that.”
As part of his finale, he made dancers-introduction headed by his lovely choreographer Brooke. He rocked the house with his big hit, “If I Had You.” He had everybody jumping with fists pumping. In return, he requested for everybody to please sing it with him to which the Pinoys obliged. It was obviously the favorite. He ended the concert with Tears for Fears’ “Mad World,” one of the songs that secured his top place in American Idol. Gearing up for Manic Monday, at 10:30, people started heading for home.
Some of the audience members may have expected more as it left them in a cliffhanger, but the weather’s cooperation completed Philippines’ one night only with Adam. Manila thanks you for including us in your very first international headlining tour, Adam Lambert. We look forward to seeing and hearing more of your artistry.
P.S. "Megathanks to Magic 89.9 FM for making me one of the lucky VIP tix holder for GlamNation!"
Friday, December 10, 2010
OMG! It's Usher!
Usher Raymond IV landed fiercely on Manila shores for a one-night big time show!
When: 2010 July 09
Where: SM Mall of Asia Open Concert Grounds
Here: http://www.titikpilipino.com/news/?aid=1395
When: 2010 July 09
Where: SM Mall of Asia Open Concert Grounds
Here: http://www.titikpilipino.com/news/?aid=1395
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
The Draybers
Here's another national treasure find of Filipino talent, Draybers. I got the privilege of seeing them perform live for the first time during Mr. Arnel Pineda's concert at Resorts World open grounds. Coincidentally, it was also the first time I heard of them. I am honored to be one of their lucky audience who got to hear them. Superb vocals! Very talented musicians. Great work of artistry! They have electrifying way of being rock and metallic at the same time, props up!
Check out their rendition of Mr. Freddie Aguilar's "ANAK." This song speaks loudly of parent-child relationship, the hardships and the unconditional love. We wouldn't be here without our very own parents. Our parents consider us children as their blessings, a gift from God. It's all about being thankful and knowing how much and what parents will do for their children, anything for them. This is also in line with the campaign against child abuse.
I guess that's why all the more I miss our eldest brother. He's a great father. He's been a very devoted husband. He had so much to give. Thing is, he's no longer with us. His best friend in school just recently lost their 4-year-old daughter. It's been very heart breaking. Too much pain. What can we do? Let your heart grieve, don't ignore it. One cannot deny the yearning in missing someone who's been a very big part of one's life. In time, wounds will heal but the memories are there. In God's own good healing time, Amen.
Check out their rendition of Mr. Freddie Aguilar's "ANAK." This song speaks loudly of parent-child relationship, the hardships and the unconditional love. We wouldn't be here without our very own parents. Our parents consider us children as their blessings, a gift from God. It's all about being thankful and knowing how much and what parents will do for their children, anything for them. This is also in line with the campaign against child abuse.
I guess that's why all the more I miss our eldest brother. He's a great father. He's been a very devoted husband. He had so much to give. Thing is, he's no longer with us. His best friend in school just recently lost their 4-year-old daughter. It's been very heart breaking. Too much pain. What can we do? Let your heart grieve, don't ignore it. One cannot deny the yearning in missing someone who's been a very big part of one's life. In time, wounds will heal but the memories are there. In God's own good healing time, Amen.
BSB Is Back Again And Again!
Who: The Backstreet Boys
Why: The Biggest Pop Group In The World Is Back
When: February 27, 2010
Where: Araneta Coliseum @ Manila, Philippines
How: This Is Us World Tour
Strutting It On!
DJ in the mix
Sexy AJ
Dance!
Why: The Biggest Pop Group In The World Is Back
When: February 27, 2010
Where: Araneta Coliseum @ Manila, Philippines
How: This Is Us World Tour
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Express Your Voice
Here are two classic OPM (Original Pilipino Music) songs that everybody can still relate to. It is timeless. These are classic expressions of what you want to air out. Let yourself be heard. When you're feeling weary and getting pulled down by forces beyond your control, here's: Estudyante Blues by no other than the Legendary National Filipino Artist, Mr. Freddie Aguilar and Nosi Ba Lasi by the Rock Band National Flower, Sampaguita being performed during National Pride's Arnel Pineda's warm performance with his original bandmates at New Port City RWManila Open Grounds on November 26, 2010.
Saturday, December 4, 2010
KUYA, We Are Missing You
Here's a song that everyone who has lost a loved one would dedicate to them. This one is for you, Kuya. Wherever you are, you're here in our hearts. We know that now you're in Heaven, you're watching over us and keeping us safe all the more. We Love You.
Our Family's Tribute.
Our Family's Tribute.
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