There comes a time when your mind fails you. It commences when the
billions of neurons in that skull start to shrink, and so do your mental
faculties. Like focusing, for instance.
Like a drift wood caught in a sea cyclone, I resigned myself to my
fate. Free fall for both, like Newton's apple dropping on his lap.
RX 93.1's The Morning Rush never fails to entertain me. Chico and Delamar's formidable tandem is here to stay for good. I would still like to listen to them even when they're in their twilight years. They have this segment Chico and Delamar's Top 10 and their topic on January 8 was all about extinct brands and products. I'm usually the passive listener. I'm too stubborn in sharing my thoughts. There's something special on this particular day. I got soo tired of the entries announced. Either they're too young or can't follow simple rules. Well, my effort paid off. My entry was no. 1
Here's the Winning Extinct Brand/Product: HORLICKS
In immortalizing this momentous event, please refer to the audio file.
It's a brand new year. I should be full of positive thoughts and feelings. But welcoming the new year and finding out that the divastation uploads were gone is definitely, not a Happy scenario. I'm getting tired of all these uploads. On the other hand, I'd like to see a silver lining. I've made some people Happy! I've accomplished even a small percentage of my original plan. Music is all about sharing. I guess, I can consider that as charity work for this year, which will eventually earn me some good karma especially to Regine worshippers.
Divas can be over rated. Bloated egos can create disastrous results. Hear for yourself. Enjoy!
I'm wondering if we can have our own version of Divas Live? So instead of sulking and waiting for the impossible to actualize, I have the following performances uploaded.Happy Holidays! ENJOY!
You big disgrace I've got the feeling and I'm willing tonight Well I ain't nobody's angel Credit is bad So why dispute me and waste my time
We are beautiful no matter what they say Yes, words won't bring us down We are beautiful in every single way Yes, words can't bring us down Don't you bring me down today
Sana'y di nagmaliw ang dati kong araw Nang munti pang bata sa piling ni nanay Nais kong maulit ang awit ni inang mahal Awit ng pag-ibig habang ako'y nasa duyan
Sa kanyang kilos at galaw tayo ay naaaliw Sa ating mga mata isa lamang siyang baliw Ngunit kung tayo ay hahatulang sabay Sa mata ng Maykapal, siya'y higit na banal
It's Christmas and I'd like to be generous. I've made some mp3 files for your listening pleasure. I'm very confident that you'll enjoy them. These songs are recent versions. I'd like to be vague and just let you hear them. As always, Enjoy! Merry Christmas!!!
I wear tight clothing and high heel shoes it doesnt make me a prostitute
free your mind and the rest will follow, be colorblind, dont be so shallow(before you read me you gotta learn how to see me)
You are beautiful no matter what they say Words can't bring you down You are beautiful in every single way Yes, words can't bring you down Don't you bring me down today...
Don't be afraid to stand up when you fall To try and strive until you've given it all And don't be afraid to learn from your mistakes Don't let your spirit break and put you down
There's a spark of hope to guide you Just believe in what's inside you Someday all your wishes will come true
(If you/When you) hold on, hold on to your dreams Don't ever give up no matter how hard it seems Until you see the sun come shining bright for you Hold on till your dreams come true
Dare to be strong and weather all the storms It's time to cast your doubts and fears away Stand brave and tall, through troubles great and small You'll beat the odds with just a little faith
There's a spark of hope to guide you Just believe in what's inside you Someday all your wishes will come true
Until you see the sun come shining bright for you Hold on till dreams come true
When you're down and out you must begin again Until you finally reach the rainbow's end
Note: Here's a RARE live performance of Hold On To Your Dreams. I think it's a B5, if not an A5
So for Charice's Opening number...You'll love her...
Charice's Youtube success didn't just start all by herself...
Who says Charice can't dance? She said I am the one, who will dance on the floor in the round...
And because she loves Celine Dion and because you love her...
Since she's David Foster's new fave talent why not do a Bodyguard medley...
Charice's best friend and a promising belter as well - Rhap Salazar.
Not to be frazzled by the tech problem, Rhap is a born performer he wowed everyone with a Regine song.
Charice reminiscing... Listen.
Celine is my IDOl !!! says Charice
I hear the ticking of the clock... The show's about to end...
Charice is good. She may not be the best belter that we have in our country,but she managed to do something that most teens can't do - adults as well. She's born to perform. She performed when needed. She didn't falter in extreme pressure given by the media or simply by the people surrounding her. She managed to SHINE in every occasion.
I like Ramielle even if she doesn't have a powerful voice. Being a Fil Am, she was admirable when she wasn't scared of telling the whole world that Regine is one of her IDOLs. This is something that Fil Ams should emulate. Never be afraid of your lineage.
Finally, after finishing the Idol Tour, she'll be here. Hopefully, she'll get to sing with her fave Songbird. What's final and absolute is that she's part of the concert :The Idol Experience: Ogie Sings with the Idol. This is a two night concert on December 20 & 21. She will be joined by Gretchen Espina - GMA 7 Pinoy Idol's Winner and the other 11 Finalists.
For your easy reference. Here are the ticket prices:
Tickets available via Ticketnet. For inquiries, you may call 911-5555.
I've been pre-occupied with the Divas 4 Divas video uploads. My apologies. I will definitely upload Charice's performances in Libis anytime this week. So please be patient on this matter. There are 7 videos or more. I'm somewhat disappointed with the copyright issues of the Divas 4 Divas video uploads. I noticed that not all vids had copyright issues. Now, I'm thinking these vids will not be shown on tv. I'm not seeing any problem with Charice's vids since it's a free show.
The youtube clicks are overwhelmingly high. But I need your support in my blog. So I'd like YOU to post your comments stating the performances that you would like to see. I will upload the videos this week based on their popularity.
I'll be waiting.... Change of plans. There have been copyright issues. The producers are really after profit after all. IF this was a Solo Regine concert, Aria wouldn't be bothered if there were amatuer vids uploaded in youtube. How sad... But there's always a solution to everything---in private...
Based on my previous entry about hard economic times, I did my best not to give in to my wants. I meant, I would love to splurge for these 4 Divas. But I need to tame myself. On second thought, being offered by scalpers 50% discount on high end tickets is such a welcome temptation. If they were just early, I would have surrendered to such offers.
I intentionally did not read any articles nor watch any tv appearances when they were promoting this show. I wanted to watch the show with ZERO expectations. Honestly, I believe that Rowell Santiago's resignation as the show's director, was purely a marketing gimmick. So there's an effective formula for creating a much needed buzz for this once in a lifetime concert. Look at the picture and see for yourself.
So where do I begin? I used to be very detailed and unforgiving in my reviews before. But since I'd like to be interactive, I'll let the vids and the pics narrate what really transpired during the show. Now, please be forgiving since am not in the best seating position and for strategic recording purposes. I can't be in front seats and blatantly record the entire show. I'd like to pay Respect to GMA since the show will be televised this month. For sure there will be additional graphics that will be incorporated when they release this on tv. So, please be content with an amateur video. The main purpose is to share to those less fortunate Songbird worshippers, fans, friends and loved ones of the other Divasworldwide. I am not in any manner, intends to jeopardize this TV Special.
These are random pictures that will serve as teasers. I will do my best in uploading the vids IN ORDER. Let's start with this one.
False alarm! Here's the Real Opening - We Will Rock You, Queen of the Night & Free Your Mind. The outfits remind me of Christian Siriano of Project Runway Season 4.
So the opening number's just like one of those overtly used medleys. I was scared that it'll be predictable. Not until they played the chords of I'll Be There --- it turned out to be Beautiful!
And so to Really Love a Woman....
Annie Lennox !Sweet Dreamsare made of ..
What the???Dreamgirlslocal version? I was wrong... tribute toDiana Ross
I had to stop. My apologies to Zsa Zsa Zaturnnahfans. Need to allot space for more important performances. She sangLove Will Find You... Someday..
Ikaw Lamang?
One of my favorites. I like the ethnic touch in the arrangement. I love the way Regine sounded like Grace Nono. A tribute to the ALL time Diva - Mothers. Sa Ugoy ng Duyan arranged by Bob Aves. Enjoy!
After this song let me get some sleep. It's been a LONG day... To be continued
Seeing Charice's Billboard made me realize that she's like a younger version of a veteran actress. Voila! Her face reminds me of Chanda Romero. She's being tagged as a world phenomenon. Oprah simply calls her the World's Most Talented Kid. A part of me gets confused and disoriented whenever i hear this phrase. How can a 15 or a 16 yr old be considered a KID?
Now, I can't help but notice Charice's fascination with hats. It's just soo 90's, reminiscent of the late Ten Ten Munoz and Regine in her younger years. The only fashion accessory missing are those overtly thick shoulder pads. She should stop using those hats especially in humid venues. Also, she should consider sporting other clothing labels. Snoopy is just a brand for kids and pre-teens. She must learn to evolve. I'm sure that she will---soon.
I'm still editing and will soon be uploading the videos. So for the meantime, I will just rant and rave.
The story originates from a young adult vampire book series written by Stephenie Meyer. The plot of the book revolves around a young girl who moves to Forks, Washington and falls in love with a vampire. Without knowing anything about the background or origins of Twilight, it certainly seemed like something I’d be interested in.
The girl is played by Kristin Stewart, who you might remember recently from Jumper or even in her pre-adult stint as Sarah Altman in the movie Panic Room. The vampire she falls in love with is Robert Pattinson, who played Cedrick Diggory in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
So what has Regine got to do with this movie? Honestly, Nada! It's a wishful thinking, some form of delusion that someday she'll be part of the movie's soundtrack. How some of her songs in the Low Key Album ( Tell Me That You Love Me, I'd Rather Leave While I'm In Love) can be very applicable in some of the movie's scenes. Dream on! Dream --- AWAY!
Regine in her current state of being IN Love might find the movie's theme of Love transcending Forever, as something worth aspiring for. I can hear her song To Reach You as background music. I can even hear What Kind of Fool Am I as Bella's theme. I can definitely imagine What You Are to Me as one of the appropriate songs for the soundtrack.The movie for now, is presents itself in the most simple manner.
Something not soo overwhelming, especially to viewers like me, who have not read the series of Books yet.
Love is indeed, a very strong force of nature. Now, with the advancement in nanotechnology. It won't be impossible for the human race to REALLY decipher theREAL existence of Vampires. Hopefully, this will lessen the interest to these immortals. If not, total annihilation of such existence in the annals of human history.
As for the hopeless romantics, this movie capitalizes on the same formula that the movie Titanic used. Stars that look almost like demi gods--- that can launch millions of $$$ in the box office worldwide.
I'm starting my countdown. I'm sure that the book's plot will be used by the big networks (ABS-CBN & GMA). If not, by TV 5, who managed to Filipinize the hit series Gossip Girl. God HELP us! I just hope and pray that Filipino writers in the entertainment industry can be more innovative with their stories and concepts.
As for me, I'm not afraid that Regine will someday be part of a project that is huge in its commercial aspect (exposure wise). Something similar to what Charice Pempengco has been enjoying lately. The big question --- Is Regine AFRAID?
