Author: Lion's Den

Filipino singer-songwriter/producer Ace Banzuelo continues to carve out a new lane in pop music with the release of “Babae,” an ‘80s inspired track steeped in warm, analog-sounding synths and romantic lyrics. The retro-infused jam serves as the official anthem for #BabaeAko, an International Women’s Month campaign by Sony Music Philippines which aims to put a spotlight on women and female artists under the label’s roster through several online and promotional activities this March 2022. According to the Alive hitmaker, it’s an honor to lend his platform to an important cause that empowers women in creatives who have long been deprived…

To enjoy life’s great experiences and surprises, we must take risks and make silly decisions now and then, as they say, YOLO – you only live once, but to what extent would we push ourselves for these so-called experiences? And will we ever know if we have reached our limits? Witness how a playful dare and a reckless bargain forever change the lives of three people in X-deal 2, a Vivamax Original Movie premiering this March 25, 2022. A young couple, Peter (Josef Elizalde) and Violet (Rob Guinto,) visit a resort island for a pictorial with a client. While on…

From shopping for favorites to making new discoveries, top health, wellness, and beauty retailer Watsons has always been the partner of Filipinos in attaining their shopping goals. That’s because Watsons has the widest array of products and the best deals for every budget at its online channels and over 900 stores nationwide. Whatever your goal is—getting good deals on maintenance medication for your family, finding the new skincare viral trends or getting your items at the branch nearest you or at your doorstep–Watsons is always evolving in its mission of helping you reach your goals. For new and exciting health…

Vhong Navarro and Ogie Alcasid kicked off “It’s Showtime’s It’s Sharetime” last Thursday (March 10) to continue ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN Foundation’s 100-day fundraising drive for the victims of Super Typhoon Odette. The 10-day fund-raising campaign of “It’s Showtime” hosts comes after the successful finale of “Kapamilya Family Date Nights” last Wednesday (March 9) with “MMK” and “Viral Scandal” stars who were able to raise almost P1.4 million, as they also marked the 30th anniversary of “MMK.” Vhong and Ogie opened the show’s fundraising campaign as they performed the “Gaya Gaya G,” wherein they reenacted scenes from “My Ex and Whys,”…

Eager to make his mark on the music world after perfecting his craft for years, RealestK is ready for his formal introduction. Today, the Toronto native shares “Love Me”, his new single. Produced by J Grooves, “Love Me” is a softly emotional vocal performance paired with irresistible guitar string as RealestK gently urges the object of his affection to display the love he yearns for. Last year, RealestK released several bangers including “Toxic” (1.9M video views on YT) and viral hit “WFM”. Debuting at #75 on the Billboard Hot 100, “WFM” helped certify the artist’s meteoric rise and generated over…

Indonesian phenomenon Dipha Barus brings a special remix of NYK’s track “OOP!” feat brb. to Ultra Records with his unmistakable flair. The originally confident and relaxed track gets a double time kick from this powerhouse right from the start. Tropically zesty and overflowing with classic house style, this track deepens the beat while adding in perfectly layered synths and vocals for a cross genre breakdown. An unforgettable collaboration marked by its hybrid flair that we hope to see more of soon. https://open.spotify.com/album/7wPnQIhSTsmUMquBZ5sdXG

Beko Philippines recently welcomed its new family member, who is none other than the actress, entrepreneur, celebrity cook and true pro mom Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo. Judy Ann is the new face of global European brand Beko’s “live like a pro” campaign in the Philippines. This wife and mom to three kids said Beko makes it easy for people to live healthier lives, thanks to the advanced technologies in the brand’s appliances. As one of the most trusted and credible names in show business, Judy Ann chooses a brand that’s trusted in over 140 countries and that’s Beko! “Whenever I’m offered…

Leading automotive manufacturer and mobility company Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) has announced that it has sold more than 2 million units in the country since it started operations in 1988. This milestone comes on the heels of TMP’s 20th consecutive year of Triple Crown achievement – having maintained leadership in passenger car sales, commercial vehicle sales, and overall sales in 2021. “Surpassing the two million mark would not be possible without the support of our loyal Toyota and Lexus customers, the commitment of our 73-strong Toyota dealer network, and of course the sense of ownership that every TMP team…

She’s beautiful, she’s rare, and she’s strong. Christine Bermas is MOONLIGHT BUTTERFLY. On March 18, exclusively on VIVAMAX, 3:16 Media Networks and Viva Films bring you a movie by Master Director Joel Lamangan, about a girl who has a mesmerizing charm and beauty. This is the story of Eunice (Christine Bermas) a.k.a Moonlight Butterfly, the hottest GRO in Angeles, Pampanga who works hard to provide for her family, and to support her boyfriend Roy’s (Albie Casiño) education. In her line of work, she meets a lot of men, but only one stands out – Elliot (Kit Thompson), an American guy…

Highlighting excellence as part of the organization’s DNA, Bayad was presented with 2 major accolades during the inaugural Marketing Excellence Awards in the Philippines through a virtual awards ceremony last January 28. The Marketing Excellence Awards is an end-to-end award programme in Southeast Asia designed to reward and celebrate outstanding work from across the marketing communications spectrum. As it brings its unique methodology to the Philippines, it has become a premier platform for marketers to highlight their creative excellence, successful strategies, and effective delivery. Judged by an independent panel of industry leaders and marketing experts, Bayad was conferred with the…

In the Philippines, where more than 5,000 babies are born with a cleft lip and/or palate every year, access to various cleft-related treatments such as speech therapy remains vital. This is especially true during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when ensuring patients can continue their speech therapy sessions became a pressing concern. Standing by its commitment to continue promoting comprehensive cleft care, Smile Train, the world’s leading cleft-focused organization, endeavored to bring its speech therapy programs direct to patients by launching the country’s first Filipino speech therapy mobile application. The platform allows more patients born with a cleft to…

SOFI TUKKER’s WET TENNIS era has begun! Following last month’s release of the “Original Sin” video and announcement that WET TENNIS, the anticipated follow up to their GRAMMY nominated debut album Treehouse, will be released on April 29th, the group has revealed the cover art and tracklist and is sharing ”Forgive Me”, one of the album’s meditations on resilience, radical self-acceptance, and joy. True to the global scope of SOFI TUKKER’s creativity, the single is a collaboration with Turkish producer Mahmut Orhan whose string arrangement on the song draws inspiration from traditional Turkish music. SOFI TUKKER shares, “‘Forgive Me’ is…

Manila, Philippines – Teleperformance (TP) Philippines, the global leader in outsourced omnichannel customer experience management, along with the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), and Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), inaugurated the fourth leg of the Bayanihan Bakunahan initiative, which expands the government’s national vaccination program focusing on the Filipino workforce. This is in line with TP’s commitment to ensure the health and safety of their employees. Through this partnership, the government is kicking off its stronger collaborations with the private sector to make vaccines more accessible by bringing it straight to workplaces. A ceremonial vaccination…

Having a reliable internet connection is imperative for businesses to work efficiently and productively. As the leading pure fiber data network and internet service provider in the country, Converge ICT Solutions Inc. aims to aid corporations and enterprises in its continuous growth by launching its new add-on service offering – Microsoft Azure Peering Service or MAPS. Microsoft and its products have become a household name across various industries. However, if an organization doesn’t have a dedicated path to the MS server, they might experience more latency and have a higher chance of being disconnected. With Converge’s MAPS, clients can experience…

Women are nearly synonymous with nurturing, caring, and uplifting others. In the Philippines, mothers are called ilaw ng tahanan, because they guide their families in the right direction – they are often in charge of the family’s budget and finances, maintaining the affairs of the household, and are the main source of support by the husband and the children. When it comes to the workplace, the Philippines topped the list of most gender-diverse Asian countries, according to the Gender Diversity Benchmark for Asia (GDBA) in 2019. Filipino women are also noted to dominate a wide variety of industries, from tourism,…

Enjoy a more convenient and safe way to shop for Hanabishi products through GLife, one of the many features of the GCash e-wallet. “We are always looking for platforms to make it easier for our customers to browse and buy the Hanabishi products they need, and GLife offers that convenience plus safety and security of purchasing. Additionally, as we know that our customers also need to buy other essentials, they wouldn’t have to leave the GCash app and go to another site to shop because there are several merchants on GLife to address their needs,” said Cherish Ong-Chua, Vice President…