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 Metro magazine’s September issue takes readers on yet another international adventure as it highlights the beauty, bravado, and boldness of Italian fashion—which was recently celebrated with a grand fashion issue launch party at Prive Luxury Club, Bonifacio Global City last August 28.

With some of today’s hottest names in the fashion industry in attendance, headlined by cover girl Ruffa Gutierrez, the event served as an extension of the journey of style told in the magazine’s September issue—one that takes readers all the way to the beautiful town of Florence. For the two covers and extensive editorial, Ruffa was transformed into an Italian contessa, a chic seductress, a woman who embodies the fullness of the Florentine lifestyle—decked in no less than the best of the Italian collections.

Metro also announced its Metrowear Icon at the fashion issue launch party, naming fashion designer Francis Libiran as one of today’s pioneers in local and global style.



The star-studded Metro September 2013 issue launch was graced by the presence of the local entertainment industry’s biggest names, including Annabelle Rama, Raymond Gutierrez, Bela Padilla, Bianca Manalo, Maricar De Mesa, Don Allado, Rima Ostwani, Jerika Ejercito, Alice Dixson, Fatima Rabago, Hideo Muraoka, and Anton Del Rosario.

Aside from being graced by the presence of such a force in local fashion, the 2013 Fashion Issue Launch Party also served as a venue to introduce the new directions being taken for Metro’s digital platform, with the all improved Metro app available on the iPad as well as the Android market, plus Metro's Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram campaigns.


The star-studded Metro September 2013 issue launch was graced by the presence of the local entertainment industry’s biggest names, including Annabelle Rama, Raymond Gutierrez, Bela Padilla, Bianca Manalo, Maricar De Mesa, Don Allado, Rima Ostwani, Jerika Ejercito, Alice Dixson, Fatima Rabago, Hideo Muraoka, and Anton Del Rosario.

Aside from being graced by the presence of such a force in local fashion, the 2013 Fashion Issue Launch Party also served as a venue to introduce the new directions being taken for Metro’s digital platform, with the all improved Metro app available on the iPad as well as the Android market, plus Metro's Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram campaigns.

Metro magazine also showed its support for Sagip Kapamilya, ABS-CBN’s program to assist the victims of Maring and Habagat by accepting on-the-spot donations in the venue.

Get a glimpse of all the glamour that’s set to take flight at the 2013 Fashion Issue Launch Party through the pages of Metro’s September issue, available nationwide at all leading bookstores and newsstands. Like Metro on Facebook (www.facebook.com/Metro.Magazine) and follow Metro on Twitter and Instagram (@MetroMagPH).  - The Lifestyle Portal

 

In celebration to the concert king’s 30 anniversary in the music scene, Polyeast Records would like to announce the vinyl release of two collections of Martin Nievera’s most-loved hits and covers over the years. With the titles “Under The Covers” and “Off the Record”, these two special anniversary package is now available in the market nationwide.

The re-mastering and quality of the vinyl is the same as the CD format, pressed on a 150 gram virgin vinyl plate made in Czech Republic and spans singles and album tracks recorded between 1982 to present.

“Off The Record” collects few of the most recognizable songs like “Forever”, “You Are My Song”, “Kahit Isang Saglit”, “IKaw Lang Ang Mamahalin”, “Before You Say Goodbye” among others to get us reacquainted with the analog side of the Martin’s  30 year-old success.

Comprised mostly of hit singles and key album tracks from Martin’s 30-year-old catalogue, “Under The Covers” however wraps with Martin’s remake of the most notable love songs through the years. Included in the cd is Martin’s version of Kenny Loggin’s “Forever”; “Right Here Waiting For You” originally by Richard Marx; “You’re my Everything” borrowed from The Santa Esmeralda’s 70s hit; “Maybe This Time”, Martin’s version of Michael Murphy’s classic love song; a duet with R&B Princess, Kyla in the song “How Do You Keep The Music Playing” and a lot more.

 “Under The Covers” and “Off the Record” are now available in the market nationwide released by PolyEast Records. For Martin Nievera’s mall shows, details are available on https://www.facebook.com/PolyEastRecords and https://twitter.com/PolyEastRecords.


TRACKLISTING

OFF THE RECORD

SIDE A
YOU ARE MY SONG        
1.    IKAW LANG ANG MAMAHALIN    
2.    I’LL BE THERE (FOR YOU)      
3.    BEFORE YOU SAY GOODBYE      
4.    STAY WITH ME 

SIDE B
1.    FOREVER (duet with Regine Velasquez)  
2.    PROMISE OF LOVE     
3.    WHAT’S ON THE OTHER SIDE   
4.    KAHIT ISANG SAGLIT   

UNDER THE COVERS
SIDE A:
1.    FOREVER      
2.    THE PROMISE    
3.    RIGHT HERE WAITING 
4.    YOU’RE ALL I NEED  
5.    MAYBE THIS TIME         

SIDE B
1.    YOU’RE MY EVERYTHING   
2.    YOU   
3.    WILDFLOWER    
4.    HOW DO YOU KEEP THE MUSIC PLAYING (duet with kyla)   5:06  - The Lifestyle Portal

Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano is the latest addition to the recently released repackaged version of "Doin' It Big," the hit album of Star Records' R&B and hiphop artist Young JV.

Young JV collaborated with Gary V for the album's newest dance track titled 'Ngiti.' Also included in the collaboration was award-winning hiphop artist and album producer Thyro.

Meanwhile, Young JV will be in "ASAP 18" this Sunday (August 25) to receive his gold record award for "Doin' It Big."

Produced by Star Records and Doin’ It Big Productions, Young JV's repackaged album “Doin’ It Big: Platinum Edition” features 11 tracks including special collaborations 'Ngiti;' ‘Your Name,’ which Young JV sang with Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4 big winner Myrtle Sarrosa; ‘Boy Meets Girl’ with Yeng Constantino; ‘Alay’ with Akiko; ‘Rock This Town’ with Laze and Yumi; and ‘Hurts So Bad’ with Karylle. Completing the tracklist are ‘Get Up And Dance,’ ‘Kailan Kaya,’ ‘Tanong,’ ‘Got To Have You,’ and ‘Pinas.’

Young JV’s “Doin’ It Big: Platinum Edition” album is now available on record bars nationwide for only P250. The tracks can also be downloaded via iTunes, Amazon.com and MyMusicStore.com.ph.

For more information visit Star Records’ Facebook fanpage at www.facebook.com/starrecordsphil or follow @starrecordsph on Twitter.  - The Lifestyle Portal
Brazilian actress, model, and TV host Daiana Menezes posed so sexy on the  cover of UNO Magazine!

In the said cover of the magazine's September 2013 issue, Daina wears nothing but a black long tie. She is so sexy revealing her white complexion.

Check her out below:


The magazine also dubbed the model-actress as "Daiana Menezes, in her Sexiest Pictorial Ever!"

Do you like the sexiness of Daiana on the cover?!  - The Lifestyle Portal

Four-time Emmy Award winner Edie Falco returns to series television as a strong-willed and brilliant but very flawed-emergency room nurse working in a complicated and frenzied New York hospital.

In a well-loved season filled with crazy twists and turns, nurse Jackie, an adulterer and pill-popper returns as foulmouthed and as fabulous as ever.

Catch all the frantic action in "Nurse Jackie: Season 4" as it airs on Velvet Channel (SkyCable channel 53), premiering on Thursday (August 22) at 11:00 p.m.  - The Lifestyle Portal

ABS-CBN Foundation, through its disaster emergency and rehabilitation arm ‘Sagip Kapamilya,' has already started its massive relief operations for the flood victims of typhoon Maring and Habagat in National Capital Region (NCR) and nearby provinces in Luzon. Relief goods were recently provided to hundreds of families in Cavite, Ilocus Sur and Quezon City.

In its continuing efforts, Sagip Kapamilya has also opened its helpdesk hotlines--024114995 023949272, and 09178844411--for people who need rescue and relief as well as for interested parties who want to donate.


In-kind donations like rice, canned goods, noodles, biscuits, coffee, sugar, water, clothes, blankets, mats, and medicines are now being accepted at #13 Examiner St., West Triangle, Quezon City.

For cash donation, interested parties may deposit it to Banco de Oro (BDO) under the account name ‘ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.-Sagip Kapamilya’ with account number 393-011-4199. For international cash donations, Sagip Kapamilya’s BDO dollar account number is 393-008-1622 with a ‘swift code,’ BNORPHMM.

For more updates about ABS-CBN Sagip Kapamilya’s latest relief operations, tune in to ABS-CBN channel 2; ANC SkyCable channel 27; DZMM TeleRadyo SkyCable channel 26; DZMM Radyo Patrol 630 on AM radio; and www.abs-cbnNEWS.com. - The Lifestyle Portal
Hollywood actor Cory Monteith  is one of the favorite characters in the hit US musical TV series "Glee."  He is playing the character of Finn Hudson on the said series.

Many were truly sadden by the death of Cory in a young age. Different tributes were offered to this hot heartthrob.

Well here in our website, let me share with you one of our ways in paying tribute to Cory. We collected some of the magazines wherein he was featured in the covers. Here he goes:






Cory will truly live forever in our hearts! You will be best remembered!  - The Lifestyle Portal 
Some hot for the rainy day! Universal hunk leading man Derek Ramsay is the answer! Derek shared his shirtless hot photo in his Instagram account showing his yummy abs, oozing nipples, and chiseled chest.

Here is Derek's photo for feast:   


Derek is currently leading in the action TV series "Undercover." - The Lifestyle Portal
Actress Megan Young  is hailed as the 2013 Miss World Philippines in the coronation night held last Sunday, August 18, 2013.


Here are the complete list of winners:

Top 5:

 MISS WORLD Philippines 2013: #20 Megan Young

1ST PRINCESS: #10 Janicel Lubina

2ND PRINCESS: #5 Zahra Saldua

3RD PRINCESS: #10 Bianca Paz

4TH PRINCESS: #18 Omarie Linn Osuna


Final List of Winners:

Miss World Philippines: Megan Young

Best in Talent: Samantha Mae Bernardo

Best in Fashion Runway: Megan Young

Miss Friendship: Zahra Bianca Saldua

Miss Sports by FILA: Megan Young

Miss Novu Hair: Patricia Ejercitado

Miss Reducin: Megan Young

Miss Redux Fat: Bianca Paz

Miss Pantene: Zahra Saldua

Miss Olay: Megan Young

Best in Swimwear: Janicel Lubina

Miss Laguna: Megan Young

Miss Bold and Glamorous by Revlon: Megan Young

Miss Figlia: Megan Young

Miss Photogenic: Janicel Lubina

Miss Bench Body: Megan Young


TOP 13:

#17 Jennifer Hammond

#6 Karla Patricia Alas

#12 Angelica Lopez

#19 Bianca Paz

#13 Paulo Estenso

#7 Samantha Mae Bernardo

#18 Omarie Linn Osuna

#24 Zandra Flores

#20 Megan Young

#11 Mercegrace Raquel

#5 Zahra Saldua

#22 Patricia Ejercitado

#10 Janicel Lubina

Congratulations Megan Young and to all the winners!  - The Lifestyle Portal

Four heartthrobs namely Sam Milby, Elmo Magallona, Alden Richards, and Enrique Gil and one beautiful lady no other than Ms. Angel Locsin are the five gorgeous faces of Folded and Hung Famous Salon.

The five famous celebrities completed the five ad-billboard of the newest salon as it opens the brand in Glorietta.

Famous stars, beautiful faces, stylish looks, the five celebrities were truly looking great! Two thumbs up Folded and Hung Famous salon for choosing them! -The Lifestyle Portal

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What if the a guy like the heartthrob Phil Younghusband will be the crew who will serve your meal in Kenny Rogers Roasters?

Well, if his girlfriend Angel Locsin is now the newest endorser of the popular Pinoy foodchain Mang Inasal, Phil on the other hand retains to be the endorser of this hit American restaurant together with his brother James.

On the photo, Phil is offering you one of the best menus in the resto. So lovely to see, so lovely to eat! Have a great meal! -The Lifestyle Portal

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"My Husband's Lover" lead star Tom Rodriguez is topless hot on the billboard of Hanford, the well-known underwear brand.

On the said billboard, Tom's upper sexy body has spots of body paint while the actor is holding the color pallete.

The said billboard is currently seen in the different Hanford stores while his billboard in EDSA Guadalupe was replaced by his onscreen partner Dennis Trillo's billboard who is also endorsing the said brand! - The Lifestyle Portal

Sizzling hot international hunk model Christopher Cote is today's favorite wallpaper and online's flavor of desire! He is a man of complete package - a handsome face in a gorgeous sexy yummy body! He is truly a dream guy of many!

Christopher posed for Like an American. Check out two of his sizzling yummy pictorials courtesy of Daniel Richard above.

Christopher truly makes our cold rainy weather sizzle! It's definitely a wet and wild experience with him! - The Lifestyle Portal




Lifestyle Network’s “Listed”, in its quest to bring viewers the latest in all sorts of scenes, takes an exciting spin around the metro to scope out the newest trends in art, food, and fitness with hosts Karen Pamintuan and Walter Demesa this Tuesday (August 20). 

In this week’s episode, they’ll be looking into a hip new hang-out for caffeine enthusiasts, hopping into a new workout regimen, savoring the delights of a happy place for comfort food cravings, and tracing the spotted world of one of the art scene’s hottest names, Yayoi Kusama, the polka-dot princess. 

Catch all these and more in “Listed” on Tuesday (August 20), airing at 9:00 p.m. For more information, visit and like the Lifestyle Network on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LifestyleNetwork.  - The Lifestyle Portal

The ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra will perform a concert of Disney music at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo of the Cultural Center of the Philippines on September 28, 2013 at 8pm. This concert of symphonic arrangements from the archives at The Walt Disney Studio is provided by Disney Music Publishing. Music from early classics to recent releases will take audiences on a musical journey to far off places where the stories, tales and myths of many cultures have originated. The program incorporates musical performances from Disney’s animated films including The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, Tarzan, Little Mermaid, Mulan and others.

Magical Music of Disney is a concert for the whole family. Audiences are invited to enjoy a unique experience in which timeless animated images are synchronized with music to transport them to their favorite Disney musical moment.  This concert of symphonic arrangements has already been performed by 38 orchestras in 9 countries around the world over the past three years to over 70,000 people.

The Disney Concert Library has been licensing music directly to orchestra organizations worldwide since 1992.
For ticket inquiries and reservations you may call TicketWorld at 891-9999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph

For more information about The ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra, visit our website www.abscbnphilharmonic.com; follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ABSPhilharmonic and on Twitter at @ABSPhilharmonic.  - The Lifestyle Portal 

The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to Boston on August 18th, as two-time world title challenger Chael “American Gangster” Sonnen battles Brazilian superstar Mauricio "Shogun" Rua in an epic light heavyweight showdown.  

Plus, heavyweight bangers Alistair Overeem and Travis Browne face off and “The California Kid” Urijah Faber takes on Yuri Alcantara.

“UFC Fight Night: Shogun versus Sonnen” is on August 18, Sunday,  8:30am on Balls (SkyCable Channel 34 and Destiny Cable Channel 36).  - The Lifestyle Portal
“Behind the success of every child is a proud parent” – this is what GMA Network wants to showcase in its newest reality talent search Anak Ko Yan. Hosted by multitalented actress Jennylyn Mercado, Anak Ko Yan will be featuring kids from 7 – 17 years old who will show their talent in singing or dancing. Versatile performer Rochelle Pangilinan will serve as the show’s dance coach while Asia’s Diva Dulce will serve as the voice coach.

What makes this different from other reality-talent searches is that their parents will also be highlighted. The show will feature the relationship between the child and the parent, how they will overcome all the struggles and challenges, how the parents interact with one another and how they prepare their kids in every performance. 




Anak Ko Yan will air from Monday to Friday and the 13 parent-child participants will battle it out daily.

The parent-child tandems are the following:

From Metro Manila:

·         Edrick-Mommy Edith tandem, ang bonggang bida and proud mama

·         Monica-Mommy Fatima tandem, the hataw princess and kembot queen

·         AJ-Mommy Ariadni tandem, the wonder boy and super mom

·         Dranrie-Mommy Rochie tandem, the girl next door and mommy terror

·         Anikka-Mommy Jinky tandem, ms. sossy and mommy sexy

·         Josh-Mommy Sandra tandem, ang rebelde at ang dominante

·         James-Mommy Gina tandem, the heartthrob and the survivor

From North Luzon:

·         Danicia-Mommy Liana tandem, the beauty and the stage mommy

·         Tricia-Mommy Jensen tandem, the k-pop cutie and mrs. trendy

From Visayas:

·         JenJen-Daddy Allan tandem, the little morena and boss tisoy

·         Naomi-Mommy Jasmin tandem, ang gwapa at ang probinsyana

·         Sean-Mommy Flor tandem, si taba at si mommy pangga

From Mindanao:

·         Johnny-Mommy Janet tandem, the rockstar kiddie and mommy sweetie


Directed by Albert Langitan, this newest reality talent series will definitely infuse a new level of morning TV experience to Filipino viewers as it shows the power of parent-child tandem in overcoming the unimaginable.


Anak Ko Yan premieres August 26 right after With A Smile only on GMA 7.  - The Lifestyle Portal
The winning Philippine basketball team Gilas Pilipinas who made it on the recently concluded 2013 FIBA Cup graced the cover of Men's Health Magazine.

The players of the team were featured in the expanded cover of the said mag wearing their basketball uniform while holding the ball.

Check them out on the said cover below:


Once more, congratulations to the team for being good sports man! Keep it up!  - The Lifestyle Portal 


Vault magazine, dedicated to always bringing its readers the latest essentials for a life well lived, recently threw a party for the launch of its latest Premium Wines and Beverages issue at the first ever branch of the top-class Dutch denim brand G-Star Raw at Bonifacio High Street Central in Taguig City.

Friends and avid supporters of the magazine came to witness the launch in a night that was put together for them to indulge in some of the prime drinks featured in the magazine’s latest issue, all the while getting a chance to experience firsthand the unique aesthetic and function of G-Star Raw.

Present during the event were ABS-CBN Publishing, Inc. President Ernie Lopez, Vault Editor-in-Chief David Celdran, and Metro Society Editor-in-Chief Raul Manzano—who all took part in the night’s festivities as Barcino, Don Papa, and Global Beer Exchange served their own specialties to those in attendance.

Vault also selected Issa Litton as Woman of the Night and Armand del Rosario and Georgia Schulze-del Rosario as Couple of the Night. The party’s awardees received prizes from G-Star Raw.

The latest in the high life’s ever-evolving taste can be found in the latest issue of Vault magazine. Published quarterly by ABS-CBN Publishing, each issue has sections dedicated to automobiles, aviation, new establishments, equipment, travel, timepieces, art, style, grooming, property, and fine dining. Vault is sold at all major bookstores in Metro Manila and is available for download on Zinio. To download ABS-CBN’s magazines, users on Android devices must download the Zinio app from the Android Market. The app is also available through the iPad App Store. PC and Mac users can access Zinio at zinio.com.  - The Lifestyle Portal


Popstar Princess, coach of the hit television show The Voice of the Philippines, and blockbuster actress Sarah Geronimo is set to make things much more heartfelt with her taking on the role of MYX Celebrity VJ for the month of August. 

Catch Sarah as she hosts Pop MYX from August 4 to 10, Mellow MYX from August 11 to 17, and Pinoy MYX from August 18 to 24. Finally, to cap the month off, she will personally be bringing “Your Choice. Your Music.” on My MYX from August 25 to 31. 

Don’t miss out on this sweet treat of catching Sarah Geronimo as the MYX Celebrity VJ for August. MYX is available 24/7 on SkyCable (channel 23) in Metro Manila and many quality cable companies all over the Philippines.  

MYX is also on UHF via Studio 23 during choice hours every day. For more information, log on to myxph.com. - The Lifestyle Portal
The super hot Brapanese models namely Daniel Matsunaga and Hideo Muraoka banner the new billboards of SM Department store for their new jeans lineup. 

In the billboard dubbed as "Just Delivered Jeans," Daniel and Hideo exposed their yummy sexy abs wearing only the jeans they are endorsing.

Check out their said billboard below:


That very hot billboard of the hunk models is now up and erected in the busy road of EDSA. Other versions of the billboard were also seen in the different SM Department stores! - The Lifestyle Portal


R&B Prince Kris Lawrence gave his insights on why the Korean music or popularly known as the K-Pop music is a huge hit among Filipinos.

During the pocket interview of Kris for the launch of his new album "Spread the Love,"  the singer said that K-Pop is hit because Koreans were intact, they have a strong base in the country. They have lots of fans around the world. Therefore even if we didn't understand the lyrics, we can still dance and feel their rhythm.

Kris even compare our very own Pinoy Kundiman to K-Pop. According to him, each culture has its own distinction. "'Ung sa kanila medyo jazz na pop while 'ung sa'tin is more on romantic melo,"  he added.              

Watch the video interview of Kris below:


Kris also gave his though regarding competition with co-R&B singer Sam Concepcion. "We're good friends with Sam. Actually sabay kami niyang nasa singing competition nuon. Ako sa Star in a Million while Sam on Little Big Star" 

"Spread the Love" is actually the third album of Kris. But it's his first under GMA Records. The album contains 12 tracks which include the song "Ikaw Pala" which is used as the theme song of the GMA Telebabad's Korean series "The Innocent Man."   

Also part of the album are the other songs namely "Rider" (ft. Q-York), "Yesterday" (ft. Bryan Woodart of IV Example), "Unbreakable" (ft. Rachelle Ann Go), "Nightmare (ft. Elmo Magallona), and "Tell Me." 

Kris Lawrence's "Spread the Love" is now on CDs in Astroplus, Astro Vision, Odyssey, The Landmark and SM Music and Video outlets nationwide. It is also available worldwide on digital format thru iTunes, Amazon, Spotify and OPM2GO.  - The Lifestyle Portal

Hunk model and Cosmopolitan Bachelor Jay Gonzaga exposed his sexy yummy abs in the pages of the entertainment magazine, Inside Showbiz.

The hunk model is part of their last year's Sexiest Men edition wherein Sam Milby led the list.

On the said page, Jay is carrying a fan sign saying "Loving, Caring, Exciting" while flaunting his sizzling sexy yummy body!

This month, Inside Showbiz is set to release their 2013 list of hot hunks. Hopefully Jay will once again be part of it! - The Lifestyle Portal

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Today's hottest teen star Daniel Padilla graces the cover of Chalk Magazine for their August 2013 issue.

This month's edition of the said mag is called "Teenage Dream: The Growing Up Issue."  Daniel will preferably share some of his growing up tips now that he is a young man.

Check him out on the said cover below: 


We may also recall that Daniel was part of the ABS-CBN youth-oriented show "Growing Up," his first TV teamup with Kathryn Bernardo!  - The Lifestyle Portal    
There's no shortage of love in this long-awaited album from Kris Lawrence. On "Spread the Love", his third album and first since signing with GMA Records, the R&B Prince finds himself exploring the emotive trappings linked with all things love and gives his own interpretation of it-with, more often than not, insistently impressive results.

Fans of R&B and pop will find much to appreciate on Kris' 12-track effort. Leading the soul-fueled record is the imploring mid-tempo single "Sabihin Mo Naman". Layering keys, synths, and beats, it's a slow burn ballad that builds to memorable infatuation pleads. Hardly desperate yet effectively sincere at getting his message across.

As much as Kris knows his strengths, he isn't afraid to let loose and shape his sound. Throughout the record, Kris works alongside the who's who of the local music scene to craft songs that cater to both avid fans and new listeners.



Opening track "Nightmare", despite its foreboding title, is the stuff of friendly R&B dreams, carried by shimmering synths and smooth vocals that recall quintessential Usher. Throw in a rap verse from Elmo Magalona in the mix and this fizzy sonic jam about choosing to sleep and dream about the woman she adores than be without her shows promise.

"Rider" follows in the footsteps of its predecessor but instead favors a heavier, war-drums hiphop base where Kris' smooth vocals and Q-York's slick verse slide on the punchy beats.

There is plenty of polished R&B jams and power ballads infused in this record too that incorporate Kris' signature vocal stylings: the spoken-word opening of "Tell Me" sets the sensual "I Wanna Know" ala Joe attitude prodded by its gently strummed guitar and Kris' beautiful range, hitting those high notes and falsettos easily. While the classic sounding carrier single "Ikaw Pala" may appeal to lovesick fans, it's the melancholic piano-led "Di Na Matatanggap" that proves to be one of the highlights. "Dito na magwawakas. Ngayo'y alam ko na ang tunay kong nadarama. Pag-ibig ko sa'yo ay wala na," he laments, singing a classic case of moving on after the fire between them have burned out.

Incidentally, "Ikaw Pala" is the theme song of GMA's primetime Koreanovela "The Innocent Man" which began airing last July 22.

As the album progresses, more attention-grabbing songs reveal themselves. The Rachelle Ann Go collaboration track "Unbreakable" is a thumping piece of spacey, dance-pop goodness that features K-pop flourishes, a dubstep sample, and club music credibility that Kris definitely possesses. Next is the retro soul, blues styling of "Addict" that adds dimension to the record's overall theme.

The album works best when it's focused on Kris' versatile, warm vocals as shown on his duet with Bryan Woodart of IV Example on the piano ballad "I'd Rather Be Alone" where his vibrato stands out in the sea of vocal layerings. "Try Again" is one of those self-motivational songs that speak straight to his listeners' hearts, dropping optimistic advice after advice. "What doesn't kill you only makes you stronger... get up and try again," he sings reassuringly, drawing perhaps from personal experience prior to fully realizing this album.

"Make Me Whole" with its symphonic production and restrained vocals shifting from clean notes to heartfelt vibratos that sound like it belongs in a movie soundtrack, and the twinkling jam of "Yesterday" end the album on a positive note.

Kris explores themes about love that lurches into the romantic kind then dives into its pitfalls, lacing up tracks with melodies and musicality that project more ambition. He sings with grit and a sense of purpose to connect with people, and on this solid record, he does it more successfully than ever, proving his place right up there with the country's best.

Kris Lawrence's "Spread the Love" is now on CDs in Astroplus, Astro Vision, Odyssey, The Landmark and SM Music and Video outlets nationwide. It is also available worldwide on digital format thru iTunes, Amazon, Spotify and OPM2GO.  - The Lifestyle Portal
Who couldn't fall in love with this very cute smile of the rock-coustic heartthrob Sam Milby?! He is truly smiling so perfect in the August 2013 cover of Mega Magazine!

Wearing a camouflage inside his car, Sam looks so handsome gracing the cover of this fashion and lifestyle magazine for men!

Well, let's check out Sam on the said cover below:


The magazine's banner title for this month is called "The Traveling Gent."  Definitely, Sam is the one being described by the cover! Two thumbs up Papa Sam! You are truly hot and gorgeous!  - The Lifestyle Portal
Primetime actor Enchong Dee looks tough and hot on a leather jacket while riding on a motor in the August 2013 issue of Garage Magazine.

On the said magazine, Enchong gave life to what is called as "Street Dapper King" which is also the mag's featured topic for the week.

Check out Enchong on the said cover:


The magazine's issue is also their 5TH Year Anniversary Special.

What can you say about Enchong on the cover? Hot or Not?!  - The Lifestyle Portal

One ultimate 'throwback event' is set to conquer Manila on September 27 (Friday) as "Throwback Manila: A Vinyl Disco Experience" spins back the vinyl disco records of the 70s, 80s and 90s that will not only revive the memories of the carefree days of yesteryears but also reintroduce the classic dance songs to the younger generation.

Produced by 8 Circles Events Management, "Throwback Manila: A Vinyl Disco Experience" which will be staged at the NBC Tent at The Fort, Taguig City, will bring back together for the first time eight of the most famous DJs and icons of the disco generation--Jon Tupaz, Lopie Guzman, Boyet Sison, Martin Porta, Manolet Santos, Bobby Nolasco, Arnel Castillo and Tito Jante.

Guaranteed to be a glittering night of fun, reminiscing, and making of new fantastic memories, "Throwback Manila: A Vinyl Disco Experience" will open through explosive dance performances highlighting moves popularized in the hottest discos in Manila like Faces, Stargazer, Euphoria, Mars, Rumors etc. Also, expect an elaborate lighting system that will throb to the beat of the music along with iconic disco elements like mirror balls and ledges. Disco Fashion of the 70s, 80 and 90s will also dominate the scene.

Get those disco outfits ready for an unforgettable 'throwback trip' that everyone would enjoy! Don't miss "Throwback Manila: A Vinyl Disco Experience" on September 27, 7PM, at  NBC Tent at The Fort, Taguig City.

For inquiries and ticket purchase, contact Ticketworld at 891-9999 and www.ticketworld.com.ph; call 0915-6216512, or email welovethrowback@yahoo.com.  - The Lifestyle Portal
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