Category: Music
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10 Years of Dabda: Stories Behind the Music!
Photo Courtesy of Dabda In the ever-evolving landscape of South Korea’s indie music scene, few bands carve out a space as distinct and mesmerizing as Dabda. Since their formation in 2013, the Seoul-based quartet has defied easy categorization, weaving intricate math rock rhythms, post-rock expansiveness, and poetic lyricism into what…
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Top-Notch Performances, Heartwarming Wish-Granting Moments Mark 11th Wish Anniversary Celebration!
Wish 107.5 celebrated its 11th year on August 25, 2025, Friday, at Eton Centris Open Grounds. An estimated 4,000 attendees flocked to the venue to witness performances from today’s most sought-after artists. Rob Deniel opened the night with a Wish Bus performance of the soon-to-be-released “Kalawakan.” After singing on the…
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Hakki Emerges at the P-Pop Music & Culture Caravan’s Adamson University Stop!
Photo Credits: Adamson University Cultural Affairs Office The P-Pop Music & Culture Caravan (PMCC) made its much-anticipated second stop at Adamson University last August 28, 2025, filling the campus with music, creativity, and community pride. The event, presented by Black Star Entertainment, featured powerhouse P-Pop groups KAIA, 1ST ONE, HORI7ON,…
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Bubble Bliss: Jakarta’s Idol Sensation!!
Photo Courtesy of Bubble Bliss Today, we’re thrilled to chat with Bubble Bliss, a Jakarta-based group that’s turning the idol scene on its head. They’re not just an idol group, and they’re not just a band – they’re both! We’ll be talking with Yuki, Xia, Ryu, Kira, Kae, and Rendy…
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MAKARA: The Art of Happy Accidents!
Photo Courtesy of Makara Ever wonder how musical magic happens? We chatted with MAKARA, the band mixing Bangkok’s Isan (Molam) vibes with psychedelic sounds. Get ready for a peek into their creative process, happy accidents, and what they’re cooking up for the future! Your music is described as a fusion…
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From Shigin to Rock: A Candid Conversation with Wagakki Band’s Visionary Leader!
Photo Courtesy of Yuko Suzuhana From the haunting beauty of traditional shigin poetry to the electrifying fusion of Wagakki Band’s rock-meets-wagakki sound, Yuko Suzuhana has spent her career defying boundaries. As a classically trained pianist, kenshibu swordsmanship performer, and visionary leader of Japan’s most genre-bending musical collective, Suzuhana embodies the…
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PLOP! and Beyond: YOUS on Authenticity, Artistry, and Ambition!
Photo Courtesy of YOUS Welcome to this exclusive interview with YOUS—a genre-blending artist, composer, and songwriter. YOUS has channeled a lifetime of creativity into his 2025 debut single “PLOP!”, a smooth Korean R&B collaboration with rapper Ja Mezz. As a triple threat—performer, composer, and lyricist—YOUS merges R&B’s soulful depth, hip-hop’s…
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Tanya Markova’s Unfiltered Journey Through Pinoy Rock!
Photo Courtesy of Tanya Markova Since bursting onto the Philippine music scene in 2006, Tanya Markova has carved a niche as one of the most audaciously creative acts in Pinoy rock. With their genre-blurring mix of dark humor, theatrical absurdity, and infectious melodies, the band—often dubbed ‘shock pop pioneers’—has redefined…
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AnnChan Beacon: Lighting the Way for Artists and Creators!
Poster courtesy of AnnChan AnnChan Beacon began with a simple yet profound hope: to create a space where artists could truly belong, a place the founder herself longed for during her own struggles. Inspired by a friend who shared her stage in Malaysia, AnnChan Beacon was envisioned as more than…
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Inside the World of Miyabi: From Korea to Global Stages!
Photo Courtesy of MIYABI Get ready to go behind the scenes with Miyabi, the sensational dancer from Jam Republic! In this exclusive interview, we explore everything from her early influences to her most memorable performances. Miyabi opens up about her creative process, her challenges, and her dreams for the future.…
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