One Direction Live DVD Hits No.1 in 25 Countries

Band Makes US Chart History AGAIN

One Direction’s live DVD ‘Up All Night: The Live Tour’ has hit No.1 in an amazing 25 countries this week.

In the USA the DVD is No.1 on the Billboard DVD chart, with the band AGAIN making chart history as this is the first time a No.1 DVD has outsold the No.1 album in the US. The DVD outsold every music artist format this week, selling 76,000 copies, and making it the highest debut of 2012 and the 2nd highest debut of the past five years.

In Canada the DVD is No.1 selling twice the No.1 album this week. It is already the 2nd best- selling DVD of 2012 there.

The DVD is No.1 in the UK Official Charts with the biggest opening selling week one of 2012.

It is also No.1 in Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Finland, France, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden and Turkey.

Joe Jonas Live in Manila and Cebu Ayala Malls 2012

 *** I got the photos from DisneyInfoNet.com***

OMG OMG OMG! Joe Jonas of the Jonas Brothers has been here in Manila since Tuesday!!!

I woke up late coz I was dreaming of Joe Jonas and it felt oh soooo real!!!! Here's why:

I was quietly doing some work at around 2am. A Jonas Brothers song came up on my iTunes and my husband all of a sudden blurted out that Joe Jonas is in town! I said, "What??!" Why didn't you tell me sooner??!!" I know, I know... I should've known without the help of my husband. After all, I've been crushing on him since 2008 when he was just a cute little boy. I am an avid fan of the Disney series, JONAS which only lasted 2 seasons (darn it) and of course I watched the Camp Rock movie and listened to its soundtrack over and over and over again and almost shouted for joy when he broke up with Demi Lovato (LOL!). But anyway, I immediately googled the keywords "Joe Jonas Manila 2012" for info and voila --- my future-husband-in-a-parallel-universe is indeed here live in Manila and it's not yet too late!

Joe Jonas riding a pedicab and going green

Here's the schedule of his Ayala Mall tours:

The Fray Live in Manila on June 21

THE FRAY RETURNS WITH SCARS & STORIES LIVE IN MANILA ● JUNE 21, 2012 ● MALL OF ASIA ARENA FIRST SINGLE “HEARTBEAT” AVAILABLE NOW FOR DOWNLOAD ON MyMusicStore.com.ph ALBUM FOLLOWS GRAMMY NOMINATED SOPHOMORE EFFORT

Ivory Music & Video, the exclusive licensee of Sony Music in the Philippines, recently released the critically acclaimed Denver-based foursome The Fray’s third album Scars& Stories, available in all music stores nationwide. The band’s 2005 double-platinum debut, which featured the hit single “How to Save a Life,” garnered critical praise from People Magazine, who called the album “addictive.” The Fray, who received a 2010 Grammy nomination for their self-titled release have made numerous television appearances including “The David Letterman Show,” “The Today Show,” “Good Morning America,” “The Tonight Show” and many more. The first single off the new album “Heartbeat” is now available for download on www.mymusicstore.com.ph. The band premiered the new single on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”

Scars & Stories leads with “Heartbeat,” of which lead-singer Isaac Slade notes, “That song came out of a period of my life when I was trying hard to be open to whatever came my way. I travelled through South Africa and Rwanda with a buddy, and at first it was really hard to stay open in the face of so much pain and heartache. But then I ended up meeting so many cool and inspiring people, and all these ideas for lyrics and melodies just started rushing in.” The inspiration specifically came from a chance meeting with an expatriate woman. Speaking of the miracle of the capital city overcoming such remarkable odds, the two held hands and Slade reveals “I felt so connected to her. I couldn’t tell if it was her pulse or mine.”

Top Five Men's Beach Wear Trends 2012

If you're bored of boring blue Bermudas and want to sport something a bit snazzier on the beach this year then you’ll need to invest in some high-quality and trendy beach-wear from the latest collections. But what are the five essential items for every man’s wardrobe this summer?

Short Board Shorts

Board shorts have been a popular mens swimwear choice for years but if you want to update the look then choose a shorter length. This style works well if you're on the shorter side as more of your leg is exposed, which has a lengthening effect.

If you've got chunky thighs avoid this look as the shorts will stop at the thickest part of your thigh, making it look even thicker.

Retro Trunks

Thanks to shows like Mad Men, the retro 1960s look is everywhere and retro trunks are very hot for summer 2012. The fitted 1960s look is perfect for tall, athletic figures. Go for bold and bright patterns to really make a statement or stick to plain colours for a more subtle style.

One Direction Fan Party & DVD Launch

Meet Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson - together they are One Direction. It's hard to believe that just two years ago these five boyshadn't evenmet each other. But with the help of the biggest television show in the UK, The X Factor, their millions of loyal fans and some killer songs, One Direction have just seen their debut album go to number one in 15 countries around the world. They have become a global phenomenon.

While the UK applauded the boys success, the news came that they had been offered a record deal in America – they were to sign to Columbia Records. The deal was made and in February 2012, Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis went out to America to promote their debut single. They began a gruelling tour of the States, visiting radio stations and fans wherever they could and playing on world-renowned TV shows like The Today Show and Saturday Night Live. And their hard work paid off –„What Makes You Beautiful‟ debuted at No.28 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the highest entry for a British group‟s debut single since the Spice Girls „Wannabe‟ in 1997.

Cirque MOTHER AFRICA Live in Manila

Audiences in Manila are set to be dazzled by Cirque Mother (CircusMama) Africa when it rolls into town on April 19th – 22nd at Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila presented by Establish Events in cooperation with Media Central. Philippine audiences are familiar with Cirque Du Soleil but this time, they will be challenged and mesmerized by the sights and sounds of Africa. This innovative two hour show, which combines African music, dance and performance, pulsates with the heartbeat of Africa and the combined talents of 40 artists from nine African countries, including Ethiopia, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Ivory Coast, Benin, Zimbabwe, and Guinea. Although the artists come from all parts of the African continent, on stage, they fuse into a single family whose cheerfulness and passion immediately capture the audience. And they are versatile performers!

IL DIVO Wicked Game

Features some of their finest work to date including "Wicked Game", "Dov'e L'amore" (a beautiful interpretation of Samual Barbers Adagio for Strings), "Come What May" from the soundtrack of Moulin Rouge and a long awaited recording of "Time To Say Goodbye

When the phenomenon that is Il Divo were honoured at the Classic Brits at the Royal Albert Hall earlier this year, their Artist of the Decade award attested to the unrivalled success the four have enjoyed since they first announced themselves to the world with their self-titled, multiplatinum debut album in 2004. Further No 1 albums followed -‘Ancora’, ‘Siempre’ and ‘The Promise’ ¬ and at every stage, Il Divo remained true to their artistic mission: to share with the world their passion for music, and their passionate belief in it as a unifying force.

Rebecca Ferguson - Heaven

featuring the debut single “Nothing’s Real But Love”, debut album “Heaven” out soon

If pop music is infinitely surprising then the often circuitous route that brings a major star to our attention is surely exemplified in the wonderful Rebecca Ferguson.

Just over a year ago, this painfully shy, woefully under confident single mother of two was shown auditioning for The X Factor. In what is surely one of the best audition sequences ever shown on the programme, her story of dignified resignation – pregnant at 17, then again at 19, with no money and little hope – struck a chord with the nation. It seemed that this was a voice destined never to be heard. Then she opened her mouth and her stunningly raw rendition of Sam Cooke’s classic “A Change Is Gonna Come” set the bar on the show, oh, just a million miles higher….

David Archuleta Forevermore

Ivory Music & Video is proud to release David Archuleta’s last album before his intended 2-year break from the business to embark on an important spiritual mission.

DAVID ARCHULETA…FOREVERMORE, is a collection of all original Filipino classic love songs written in English and composed by some of the Philippines’ renowned songwriters like Ogie Alcasid, Louie Ocampo, Jay Durias, Jimmy Antiporda, Cecil Azarcon, among others.  The collection showcases some of the best love songs, the country has produced. The songs will definitely invoke feelings of love and hope in every listener.

Lea Salonga - The Journey So Far

LEA SALONGA – THE JOURNEY SO FAR

An intimate LIVE recording from Tony Award® winner Lea Salonga - Absolutely the next best thing to being there!

"The Journey So Far," the new live CD from veteran Broadway and Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga, is released by Ivory Music & Video. Salonga, the Filipina singer and actress who is best known for originating the lead role of Kim in the musical Miss Saigon (and for which she won the Tony, Olivier, Drama Desk Outer Critics and Theatre World Awards), will accompany the release of the CD with a worldwide tour throughout 2012.

Says Salonga, "We wanted to make this recording something very personal, touching on my life as well as my career. There are songs from my homeland, musical theater, film, and the jazz and pop worlds...this is more than just a recording; it's a memento, a lasting souvenir of this very special time in my life."

Kelly Clarkson’s Stronger Returns to #1

Global superstar Kelly Clarkson’s current single, “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” returns to #1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 Chart for a third week.  The single was previously #1 on the Hot 100 for two consecutive weeks in February.  This is Kelly’s 3rd Billboard Hot 100 #1 after 2002’s “A Moment Like This” and 2009’s “My Life Would Suck Without You.”  

Kelly is currently on her 2012 Stronger World Tour and receiving rave reviews.  After her sold out Radio City show, The New York Times stated, “..the idea delivered by the show was that Ms. Clarkson was a star,” while Spin claimed, “Vocally, Clarkson was impeccable, nailing every big note and wistful whisper as she worked her way back and forth across the broad Radio City stage.”  The Hollywood Reporter said,“Clarkson's personable nature and powerhouse vocals prove that she is growing stronger with each album and tour.” 

Liquid Pool Lounge Bar @ Manila Ocean Park

We were partying at Liquid Pool Lounge Bar at Manila Ocean Park last night and it was so much fun! Didn't I promise myself on my birthday weekend that we' go back there at night to try their Liquid pool bar? We've already done the Aquanaut adventure; we've already witnessed the Dancing of the Sea Fairies, we've already seen the Penguin Exhibit... all at Manila Ocean Park. So now, it's time to party.  

You can come in your casual summer wear or club attire if you wish. They have a big locker area where you can shower and change clothes should you decide to take a dip in the pool. 

So that's what we did. I wore some kind of reggae ensemble thinking that if this Liquid gimmick doesn't work out (since roads were being closed for the Bourne Ultimatum shooting), we can always head to 70's Bistro in Quezon City to watch Brownman Revival play. After more than an hour of going around Manila's alternate routes, we finally parked at Manila Ocean Park. 

PAOLO SANTOS – HOW SWEET IT IS this time around?!

PAOLO SANTOS, the King of Acoustic is back. This time, he is doing songs closest to his heart! Yes! Paolo Santos is doing his versions of James Taylor’s most popular songs. Songs like Wandering, Sweet Baby James, How Sweet It Is, Don’t Let me Be Lonely Tonight and a lot more. Only One is the album’s carrier single.

Ask why James Taylor? “He has been the biggest influence in my style. An amazing songwriter. James Taylor’s approach to his music is very simple. But it goes straight to your heart,” the Acoustic King enthused.