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Katseye Clinches MTV Push Performance of the Year at 2025 VMAs

Posted on September 8, 2025 | Leave a comment

In a groundbreaking achievement for the K-pop scene, Katseye has been honored with the MTV Push Performance of the Year award at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards. The six-member girl group—comprising Sophia Laforteza, Manon Bannerman, Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, and Yoonchae Jeung—secured the accolade for their captivating performance of “Touch”

Katseye made their debut at the MTV VMAs with a high-energy performance of “Gnarly” during the pre-show. Dressed in coordinated black bustiers and micro shorts with metallic belts and feather trim, the group showcased their dynamic stage presence and synchronized choreography.

The MTV Push Performance of the Year award recognizes emerging artists who have delivered exceptional live performances. Katseye’s win underscores their rapid ascent in the global music scene and their ability to captivate audiences with their talent and charisma.

The group’s dedicated fanbase, known as EYEKONS, played a pivotal role in securing this victory. Through organized voting campaigns and listening parties, EYEKONS demonstrated unwavering support, ensuring Katseye’s performance garnered the attention it deserved.

With this prestigious award, Katseye has solidified their position as one of the most promising acts in the global music industry. As they prepare for their upcoming Beautiful Chaos Tour, fans can anticipate more electrifying performances and musical milestones from this trailblazing group.

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Troye Sivan’s Bloom Tour Live in Manila!

Posted on December 11, 2018 | Leave a comment

Another update that I wanted to post here is Troye Sivan’s Bloom Tour in Asia! Yasss!!! You’ve read it right! Troye is coming to Asia and Manila is one of his destinations!!! I am so happy he didn’t wait too long to do a show here!

He will be performing at the Mall of Asia Arena on May 01, 2019 – ticket prices to be announced – and I’m so ready to buy my VIP ticket!!!!

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Cover Thursday: Fergie’s Big Girls Don’t Cry by Peter Carboni

Posted on February 22, 2018 | Leave a comment

You’ve probably seen Fergie’s viral rendition of the Star-spangled Banner during the NBA All-Star Game last Sunday where she infused the US national anthem with her very own and very Fergilicious style. Uh, no. I’m not going to discuss that at length. She already apologized (I sincerely don’t know why she had to) but anyway, I just want to pay homage to my girl Fergie by featuring one of her hit songs as a solo act with our Cover Thursday this week – Big Girls Don’t Cry!

This version is an acoustic one from Peter Carboni. He sang it real good. And he’s cute too! Hah!

via Peter Carboni’s IG (@petercarboni)

We still love you, Fergie ❤

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Cover Thursday: Taylor Swift’s White Horse by Drew Jenkinson

Posted on February 15, 2018 | Leave a comment

This one’s here is one of the oldies but goodies songs of Taylor Swift back when she was still “the old Taylor Swift” and apparently, the dead one now. This is also probably one of my favorite songs of TayTay aside from Tim McGraw. I’ve been watching several covers this week and thought that it’d be interesting to hear a male cover version of it and I think I’ve just found the best one with Drew Jenkinson tweaking the song which I thought made it waaay better! And it was made a decade ago!!!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WinRoYsQflY

I mean, you’re welcome! ❤

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Cover Thursday: Troye Sivan’s The Good Side by Sneha

Posted on February 1, 2018 | Leave a comment

This is by far my favorite cover of Troye Sivan’s new single “The Good Side” I loved the simplicity of Sneha’s voice as well as the intimacy of the use of the ukulele to accompany this heartbreaking song.

“The Good Side” available now: https://TroyeSivan.lnk.to/TheGoodSideYd

Written by Troye Sivan, Leland, Bram Inscore, Allie X, Ariel Rechtshaid, and Jack Latham
Produced by Ariel Rechshaid, Bram Inscore, and Jam City

LYRICS:
I got the good side of things,
Left you with both of the rings,
My fingers danced,
And swayed in the breeze,
The change in the wind took you down to your knees

I got the good side of you,
Sent it out into the blue,
The people danced,
To the sound of your heart,
The world sang along to it falling apart

But I sympathise,
And I recognise,
And baby, I apologise,
That I got the good side,
The good side of things

I got the good side of life,
Travelled the universe twice,
So many thoughts I wanted to share,
But I didn’t call because it wouldn’t be fair

Then I got the good side of new,
Found arms to fall right into,
I know how it looked, It wasn’t the plan,
And someday I hope that you’ll understand,

That I sympathise,
And I recognise,
And baby, I apologise,
That I got the good side,
The good side of things

I’m sure we’ll meet in the spring,
And catch up on everything,
I’ll say I’m proud of all that you’ve done,
You taught me the ropes, and you taught me to love

But I sympathise,
And I recognise,
And baby, I apologise,
That I got the good side,
The good side of things

Sympathise,
Recognise,
Apologise,
That I got the good side,
The good side of things

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Cover Thursday: Lorde’s Melodrama Album Medley by Andre van Drunen

Posted on November 30, 2017 | Leave a comment

Photo from Andre’s Instagram

For my Cover Thursday this week, I’ll be featuring this medley by Andre van Drunen singing all of the song’s in Lorde’s latest release, Melodrama. It is also a way for me to honor said album because it only got a single Grammy nomination for Album of the Year. Seriously, what a travesty! I thought Lorde will be lording over the Grammy next year!

Listen to Andre’s awesome cover of the album and don’t forget to subscribe!!!

Follow him as well on Instagram!

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Incubus Live in Manila 2018

Posted on November 18, 2017 | Leave a comment

OMFG!

Sorry, Hayley Williams. Priority.

Ovation Productions is thrilled to announce the upcoming concert of the much loved American rock band Incubus, whose return engagement to Manila has been eagerly awaited.Incubus is performing on February 17, 2018, Saturday, at the Araneta Coliseum
The band is known for its rock anthems Wish You Were Here, Megalomaniac, Anna Molly, Drive, Pardon Me, Are You In?, Nice To Know You, among others.
Tickets to Incubus’ February 17, 2018 concert will go on sale starting November 21, 2017 via www.ticketnet.ph and regular Ticketnet outlets or call 911-5555. Ticket prices are P6905, 5905, 3905, 1905, 1005 plus service charge.

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Alisah Bonaobra is Eliminated from the X Factor! #XFactor

Posted on November 13, 2017 | 2 comments

I’m still in shock. I just watched the rest of the performances tonight and I am still baffled why Alisah got the boot.

Louis said she picked the right song by singing Praying for Time saying it was indeed her time. Nicole said her voice was limitless. Simon on the other hand find it old fashion. Her coach Sharon said she connected with the song lyrically but she haven’t had her moment. Uhm, Sharon – that was her moment? Were you even listening Miss O?

Not hating on anyone but if this was really a singing contest, we all know that Alisah won’t be going home tonight. Alas, it’s a popularity singing contest at the end of the day so there’ll be no second chance, not another wildcard for Alisah.

Bye homegirl! ‘So proud of you!

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The X Factor UK 2017 – Third Week Live Show 5 Recap – Groups and Overs Categories #XFactor

Posted on November 12, 2017 | Leave a comment

It is the third week of the Live Shows and for the fifth live show, the Groups and the Overs categories battled it out with songs from the late great George Michael.

Rak-Su started the show with Faith. IMO, this was just an okay performance if not a bit pedestrian.

Nicole: She loved that they kept the integrity of the song.
Louis: Rak-Su make it look that easy
Sharon: Really enjoyed it. They Rak-Su’d it!
Simon: You made it your version. I think we are watching stars being born…

Kevin sang Fastlove, Pt. 1 and it’s record perfection! I mean, why is he in this contest? He should be touring the world already!!! He’s now my top act to win this season!

He go another standing ovation from all of the judges.
Simon thought it was Kevin’s MOMENT and the best performance of the night!
Louis love that Kevin’s into music and not in the fame game.
Sharon: Everything was perfect! (I agree with you there Ms. O)
Her mentor Nicole opined that it was the best performance he ever witnessed on the show! (Wow!)

Jack & Joel – Edge of Heaven
I thought it was fun. Not my favorite from them but it was fun!

Nicole: They sounded Whamazing!
Louis: You’re like a modern day Wham!
Sharon: They really suited the song.
Simon: Simon thought this was their best performance so far.

The Cutkelvins – Killer/Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone
Gosh! Their accents!!! They can easily go out there and release a record to be honest! I’m so glad they bounced back this week! Although I’m starting to hate the usual set-up they have production-wise.

They got a standing ovation from the judges.
Nicole thought they looked so great as a group together.
Louis said it was their best performance yet! (And I agree!)
Sharon said they slammed it!
Simon:Something clicked tonight for the group.

Sean and Conor Price – Freedom! ’90”
I absolutely loved these two! I don’t know if they’re still in my top 3 but I do know that they will go far after the show.

Another standing ovation from the judges.
Nicole: Conor reminds her of Justin Bieber.
Louis: They are Real!
Sharon loves their enthusiasm.
Simon: They’re very infectious with no gimmicks! Ask viewers to vote for them.

Matt Linnen sang Careless Whisper and what a song choice! OMFG! He’s so cute with his robotic movements yeah? He kind of reminds me of David Cook here. And girls, he is a DADDY!!!! Didn’t know this info until this week!

Only Simon and Nicole stood up for him.
Sharon: You did really well tonight but still feels his insecurity
Louis said it was his best vocals to date.
Simon: By far his best performance.
Nicole said she could tell how much this means to Matt and that he was singing for his boys.

The act who got the boot is/are…