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May 4, 2012: “TWOGETHER” Featuring the Concert King Martin Nievera & The Concert Queen Pops Fernandez

JREM Entertainment
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Proudly Presents

“TWOGETHER”

Featuring the Concert King MARTIN NIEVERA
and
the Concert Queen POPS FERNANDEZ

LIVE IN TORONTO

Friday May 4, 2012 at 7:30 P.M.
John W.H. Bassett Theatre
255 Front Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5V 2W6

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Ticket Prices: $140 $120 $100 – ORCHESTRA
$90 $70 $50 – BALCONY

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Great entertainment at Martin-Pops concert, but why did Ai-Ai walk out?
Posted: May 2nd, 2012 ˑ




Martin Nievera and Pops Fernandez: Reunited and it felt so good. Photos by Elton Lugay

By Elton Lugay

Ludi de Asis Hughes, possibly the most prominent Filipina political fundraiser in New Jersey, was at front row clapping to the rhythm, tapping her feet and laughing at every campy joke dished out by Ai-Ai de las Alas.

She and thousands others turned out for the April 29 Martin Nievera-Pops Fernandez concert at Atlantic City’s Taj Mahal Casino, marking the musical comeback of the formerly married couple.

A self-confessed “diehard Martin fan,” Hughes said she enjoyed herself immensely. “’Be my Lady’ is my favorite number in the show,” said the founder of the Asian-American Chamber of Commerce in New Jersey.

The “Three’s Company” concert, which set the mood for some faux flirting by the ex-spouses, was a success based on the FilAms who were there.

“Seeing Martin and Pops together was a special moment,” said Miguel Braganza, a director-choreographer. “Ai-Ai was a riot.”

Realtor Corazon Rivera who came with a dozen of her friends said she was touched by the couple’s “sweetness” on stage, reminiscent of a time in their youth when they were the Philippines’ top pop duo. “I was touched by what Pops has told of Martin that she can only remember the beautiful things her ex-husband and her have shared together. I admire her for saying that, it takes a lot of courage to say that,” she said.

Pageant producer Danny Pagsambugan said the couple showed utmost professionalism on stage, and “didn’t have inhibitions cracking jokes about each other.”

While many may want to see them reunite in real life and create more beautiful music together, Martin shot down that thought, telling The FilAm, “Magkakabalikan kami only in concert.” Both are now married to other people, and Martin’s wife is not in showbiz.

Ai-Ai de las Alas
The event was marred by Ai-Ai stomping out when security hustled her boyfriend out of the ballroom during a meet-and-greet. The circumstances were not clear, but this happened as the comic was signing autographs.

“He’s my boyfriend,” yelled the Comedy Concert Queen at least five times.

The security didn’t budge. The furious Ai-Ai slapped the table to everyone’s surprise, stood up and rushed to chase her man. Everyone thought it was part of an act, Ai-Ai known for her racy, often off-color humor. Until Martin and Pops called for help and producer Anna Puno came out. Some 20 minutes later, all’s well and Ai-Ai was reunited with her boyfriend.

Said Maria Ferrone of Paterson School in New Jersey, “Ai-Ai provided a lot of comic relief.”

The musical numbers of Martin and Pops – duet and solo – brought back a lot of good memories for many FilAms in the audience, said Dennis Sy, who provided backup vocals. Songs like “Each Day With You,” “How Can I” and “Be My Lady” brought tears to some.

Martin and Pops “epitomize the best in world-caliber talent in the field of music and entertainment that the Philippines has to offer,” he said.

The concert was produced by Manila-based Star Media Entertainment, with Bing Gabriel of MPG Productions — a friend of Hughes — as line producer. It was directed by Vic Perez and Lorrie Ilustre, both from Los Angeles.

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PCCI youth holds All Star Golf Cup
(The Philippine Star) Updated May 12, 2012 12:00 AM Comments

MANILA, Philippines - The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry youth affairs committee is staging the All Star Golf Cup: Celebrities Meet Entrepreneurs Monday at the Alabang Country Club in Muntinlupa.Teeoff time is 7 a.m.

According to Louie ***, chairman of the PCCI youth affairs committee, the tournament will be “a fun day where participants will be able to, not just enjoy a round of golf together, but perhaps find ways to help boost the country’s economy.

Proceeds from the event will fund the committee’s projects.

Heading the field are Sen. Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto, Derek Ramsey, Grace Lee, Daisy Reyes, Vernie Varga, Aiko Melendez, Martin Nievera, Dingdong Avanzado, PCCI youth committee golf chairperson, artist and entrepreneur Pops Fernandez. Golfers from the business community include Donald Dee, Francis Chua, Sergio Ortiz Luis, Edgardo Lacson and other leaders of the PCCI.

The event is backed by Meralco, Bridgestone, Dunfeng International, Shell, Smart, BA Securities, Ethical Pharma, iRest, Resorts World, Duty Free, Simbulan Enterprises, Fila, Gowell Tight Seal, San Miguel and The Philippine STAR.

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Three’s Company Live on Guam JUNE 8, In Celebration of Philippine Independence Day


Written by News Release Friday, 04 May 2012 08:17

Guam News - Community Events

Guam - In celebration of Philippine Independence Day in June, Inspire Productions brings another exciting concert to Guam on June 8, at 6:00 pm at the University of Guam’s Fieldhouse. Everybody’s buzzing about the biggest comedic showdown in the concert scene. Three’s Company brings back together The Concert King, Mr. Martin Nievera and The Concert Queen, Ms. Pops Fernandez after all these years. And to add a comedic blend to this much anticipated show, Ai-Ai Delas Alas blends into the mix of this musical love triangle comedy that will leave you breathless in laughter and awe.

Three’s Company, a comrade of musical and comedy geniuses, is a wonderful opportunity to see Martin, Pops and Ai-Ai back-to-back-to back on stage as they give you beautiful music, surprises, laughs and just let you expect the unexpected! So stay tuned.

Proceeds from the concert will benefit the non-profit organization of the Filipino Community of Guam (FCG) and their efforts in building a community center in Dededo. Stay tuned, tickets will go on sale soon. For sponsorship opportunities please contact Inspire Productions at 671-989-0557 or email us at info@inspireguam.com.

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The Filipino Community of Guam has a number of activities coming up to celebrate Philippine Independence mont. Headlining next month's bill is a concert by three of the Philippine's biggest superstars. Concert King Martin Nievera, songstress Pops Fernandez and comedienne Ai Ai Delas Alas will headline the "Three's Company" concert, scheduled for June 8 at the University of Guam field house.

"'Three's Company is a musical love triangle comedy that will leave you gasping for air with laughter and in awe as the artists leave you at heart's content with their superb performances," according to a review from the Asian Journal.

The concert will benefit the FCG. VIP tickets are available for $100 and $75. General admission tickets are available for $50,$35 and $25. Tickets are available at all 76 Circle K locations, Seaside Mart and Rambies.

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Starstruck in Manila: OPM at MoA
By: Lea Salonga
Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 21, 2012 | 2:09 am
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Photo courtesy of Eloisa Matias

Saturday, June 16, is a night I shall not soon forget. Many, many stars were gathered under one roof for a special concert produced to formally launch the Mall of Asia Arena, a spanking brand-new multipurpose venue in the metropolis—yes, the one where Lady Gaga drove a motorcycle across the stage, the Philippine flag flapping behind her.

The roster of artists that performed consisted something of a casting coup on the part of the production team. In no particular order, let me see if I can name them all:

Basil Valdez, Jose Mari Chan, Freddie Aguilar, Martin Nievera, Gary Valenciano (via a special videotaped performance shown on a huge screen), Verni Varga, Dulce, Regine Velasquez, Ogie Alcasid, Jed Madela, Juris, Piolo Pascual, Richard Poon, Arnel Pineda, The CompanY, Christian Bautista, Erik Santos, Bamboo, Pokwang, Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, Rachel Alejandro (who pitched in for Zsa Zsa Padilla, who bowed out at the last minute for very understandable personal reasons), and the G Force Dancers.

The concert was hosted by Pops Fernandez and Jim Paredes. Musical director was Maestro Ryan Cayabyab, who conducted the newly formed ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra

HOURS before show time (from left): Basil Valdez, Ryan Cayabyab and Jose Mari Chan pose for a snapshot.

(resident musical director and conductor is Gerard Salonga). Director was Johnny Manahan.

The flow of the show was very tight, much to my delight. The hosts kept things moving smoothly from one song number to the next, and the next, and the next. From production numbers to solos and duets … tributes to the still-living and breathing creative forces that wrote much of the music performed that night … and accompanied by one of this country’s finest orchestras with a master at the helm.

However great the show turned out to be, though, I have to say that rehearsals were far more fun. Well, for us anyway.

I’m a sucker for well-performed OPM (Original Pilipino Music), and that afternoon’s final rehearsals at the MoA Arena jettisoned me into a special kind of heaven. Many of the performers were people I watched on television as I was growing up, or performers I had grown up with as we made the rounds of television shows, live concerts and whatever else was going on back in the day. And the best part was, none of these veterans showed any signs of age or deterioration. I’m convinced that there must be something in the air, or the water in this country.

Audience members

REAL-LIFE couple Ogie Alcasid and Regine Velasquez rehearse a duet. Photo courtesy of Eloisa Matias

As audience members outside of their numbers, the performers were in the front section … many sat together, others in solitude. However, the collective reaction from the entire hall once a performer was finished (or even while singing) was generous and hearty. There was a lot of screaming and clapping. In short, it was probably the best audience anyone could ask for, very vocal in its appreciation.

Although I enjoyed everyone and everything, I do have my favorites: Freddie Aguilar singing “Anak”; Jose, Wally, and Pokwang making that whole arena shake with laughter; watching Ogie and Regine sing a few of their hits (it was just so great to see her on stage again); Jed belting out his solo with a voice that never lost its boom no matter how high it got; Juris’ pristine and clean vocal quality; Arnel crooning Side A’s “Hold On”; Dulce just being Dulce; and seeing Piolo’s performance jump upwards in quality from rehearsal 1 to rehearsal 2, given who he was singing with (Jed, Richard and Juris).

It was just so much fun to feel the wheels turning in his head. Oh yeah, and seeing my brother stand up in the audience when he was introduced. That’ll never get old.

It was a special night, one that is now extremely rare in the local entertainment scene, when a large cache of the best singers this country has ever bred are brought together to perform

BRANDISHING cameras, fans swarm the stage to capture this rare moment on the local music scene. Photo courtesy of Moy Ortiz

in concert. There were singers from the two larger television networks under one roof. I just about thought that the roof would cave in, because this just doesn’t happen anymore. And that’s very sad.

Once upon a time, shows like “Icons” at the MoA Arena were commonplace. Every few weeks or even every few months, there would be a concert or an event that placed many great voices together. There were no TV network clashes, no having to move heaven and earth, just a bunch of performers coming together for shows. Now, occasions like this one are few and far between, so just how incredibly special, rare and wonderful that night turned out to be was a blessing. It certainly wasn’t lost on any of us, and I’m hoping the audience enjoyed the show.

I pray for another gathering of stars. So many were unable to join us due to their own hectic schedules or previous engagements. I wish for it only so they can join in the fun, the craziness, and the laughter a show like this can bring.

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Superstars Entertain
Concert leads off Independence activities
11:03 AM, Jun. 18, 2012 |


‘Concert King’: Martin Nievera belts out to his greatest hits on June 8 at the UOG field house. The concert was part of Philippine Independence celebrations.
‘Concert King’: Martin Nievera belts out to his greatest hits on June 8 at the UOG field house. The concert was part of Philippine Independence celebrations. / David Mercado/For Bayanihan

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‘Concert Queen’: Pops Fernandez performs on June 8 during the “Three’s Company Concert” held at the University of Guam field house.
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‘Concert Queen’: Pops Fernandez performs on June 8 during the “Three’s Company Concert” held at the University of Guam field house. / David Mercado/For Bayanihan


Three of Philippine’s finest performers graced the University of Guam field house June 8 in a night full of song, excitement, and laughter.

Concert King Martin Nievera, Concert Queen Pops Fernandez, and Comedy Concert Queen Ai-Ai de las Alas brought the acclaimed the high-energy show “Three’s Company Concert” to Guam as part of the island’s celebration of the 114th anniversary of Philippine Independence.
The concert led off a weekend full of events to celebrate Philippine Independence.

The audience eagerly awaited the start of the show and exploded when Nievera stepped on stage.
For almost two hours, the three in-demand artists performed back-to-back repertoires.
Nievera, who began his career in the early 1980s, captured the hearts of the audience performing a catalog of hits from the more than 30 albums he’s released in his career.
His famed singles “Be My Lady,” “Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin” and other medleys were heart-warming and brought many on a smooth ride to yesteryear.

Fernandez sent out high-energy vibes as she graced the stage, rocking the hits of Michael Jackson and other famed rock stars.
Adorned in a bright red gown, Fernandez captivated the audience and proved that after all these years she’s still a top notch performer.
Audience members hopped up and joined her in song as she sang the Pointer Sisters “Jump (for my Love).”
“It’s been a while since artists have been able to get the audience up on their feet and participate during a concert,” says Filipino Community of Guam president Leah Beth Naholowaa.
Never failing to impress, Comedy Concert Queen Ai-Ai de las Alas surprised the crowd as she came out, at first, in a long black, silky robe and ended up in a tube-topped dress that brought everyone to laughter.
Her wit and humor provided the cherry on top of the fabulous “Three’s Company Concert.”
Among her more popular jokes was one about how peculiar it was that most of Guam’s houses had flat-topped roofs, joking that the houses were lacking a sense of “style.”
To her surprise, she realized that the reason for these flat-topped roofs was for typhoon protection.
The Philippine singing group “Aegis” served as de las Alas’ inspiration as she belted out to some of the high notes of this group’s songs.

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Martin to Pops: 'It was still all about you'
ABS-CBNnews.com
Posted at 07/29/2012 4:36 PM | Updated as of 07/29/2012 4:36 PM

MANILA, Philippines – Martin Nievera, dubbed as the Philippine music industry’s "Concert King," turned emotional during a production number on “ASAP 2012” on Sunday.

Nievera is celebrating his 30 years in the business and he was serenaded by his “ASAP” co-stars.

But what brought Nievera to tears was when he sang Roberta Flack and Peabo Bryson’s “Maybe” with former wife Pops Fernandez, who were then joined by their two sons, Robin and Ram, much to Nievera’s surprise.

Nievera, who was obviously moved when he saw his sons, cried unabashedly and hugged Robin almost throughout their song.

Fernandez said she was surprised over Nievera’s reaction because she rarely sees her former husband cry on television.

“I got scared. This is the first time I’ve seen you cry. I don’t know what to say. I’ve seen you cry a lot of times in front of me [but] not in front of them,” she said.

She then wished Nievera a happy 30th anniversary and wished him more years in the music industry.

Nievera’s sons Robin and Ram also congratulated their father for his showbniz success.

“I’ve started singing 3 years ago, and I’m already having such a hard time. I don’t know how you’re doing it at 30. It’s different with you because you get better every year. He doesn’t look 50, he doesn’t sound 50 and he still sings better than I do. So congratulations Dad, I love you,” said Robin.

“Thirty years is big, I can’t even imagine it myself because it’s not the career I chose. I can’t even feel the way that you feel right now. I’m really happy for you,” Ram said.

Meanwhile, Nievera explained to Fernandez why he was not able to stop his tears.

“All the good and the bad years were with you. Even when you’re not with me, it was still all about you and this family. You learn from your mistakes. You move on, you grow up but the one thing I can safely say is that in my 30 years in the business, this was my biggest achievement right here (family),” he said.

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Friends Aiko Melendez and Pops Fernandez "taking their time" when it comes to their lovelife

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Parehong single ngayon ang magkaibigang Pops Fernandez (left) at Aiko Melendez (right), pero hindi naman daw sila nagmamadali."We’re taking our time this time around," sabi ni Aiko. Pabirong sabad naman ni Pops: “Ako, I’m not taking my time, pero wala lang talaga.”
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Namataan ng PEP ang magkaibigang Pops Fernandez at Aiko Melendez sa gala premiere ng Cinemalaya entry na Sta. Niña sa Cultural Center of the Philippines noong July 24.

Bagamat pinagkaguluhan ang magkaibigan ng mga nakapilang manonood ng pelikula, napagbigyan pa rin nila ng maiksing interview ang ilang media, kasama na ang PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal).

Naroon daw sila para suportahan ang entries ng Cinemalaya, kabilang na ang pelikulang pinagbibidahan ni Coco Martin.

Sabi pa ni Pops, “First time kung makapanood sa Cinemalaya, kaya nae-excite ako.”

Balak din ba nilang gumawa ng indie movie in the future?

"We’re planning. Siguro, I’ll be part of it. She’s my line producer,” sagot ni Aiko, sabay turo kay Pops.

Sabi pa ni Aiko, suspense-drama ang nais nilang gawing pelikula kapag maayos na ang lahat.

Kaya naman daw nagpapapayat na talaga ang mother of three para sa gagawing movie.

“Nagpapapayat talaga ako, kasi gagawa ako ng movie ulit. May new soap din, so I have to get back in shape again,” sabi ng magaling na aktres.

Si Pops naman ay hindi gaanong aktibo ngayon sa kanyang singing career dahil mas pinagtutuunan nito ng pansin ang kanyang production outfit.

Kamakailan nga lamang ay nag-produce sila ng celebrity golf tournament for a cause.

Ibig bang sabihin nito ay pinaninindigan na niya ang kanyang pagiging producer?

“Trying, tingnan natin,” sagot ng tinaguriang Concert Queen.

LOVELIFE. Inusisa ng PEP kay Aiko ang napapabalitang may bago raw siyang dini-date ngayon.

“Si Pops ang bago kong lovelife—she should know!” natatawang sabi ni Aiko.

Sa nakarating na kuwento sa PEP, ang bago raw dini-date ni Aiko ay isang miyembro ng banda, na nakarelasyon na rin ng ilang female celebrities.

Pero parang clueless si Aiko sa issue. Aniya, “Parang wala namang ganun.”

Wala raw talaga siyang lovelife ngayon, pati na ang kaibigang si Pops.

Sabi naman ni Pops, “Kaya kami magkakasama ngayon. Obviously, kami na lang muna ang magdi-date.”

Na sinundan naman ni Aiko ng:“We’re taking our time this time around.”

Pabirong sabat ni Pops: “Ako, I’m not taking my time, pero wala lang talaga.”

Sa tanong ng PEP kung okay ba sa kanila na tatanda silang single, nagkatawanan lang ang magkaibigan.

Tugon ni Pops, “Nowadays, that is no such thing naman, di ba, it doesn’t really matter.”

Dagdag ni Aiko, “Age doesn’t matter, 'no? When you’re in love, you’re gonna be in love with the right person, in the right time, no age requirements.”

Usap-usapan naman ng ilang movie observers, 'Bilog talaga ang mundo.' Dati rati kasi ay walang makakaisip na magiging good friends ang dalawang single ladies.

Si Aiko ay nakipaghiwalay sa asawang si Jomari Yllana, habang si Pops ay naging seryosong karelasyon ni Jom, bagamat sa iba namang panahon.

Ngayon, magkaibigan nang muli sina Aiko at Jom. Nag-family vacation pa sila together kamakailan, kasama ang kaisa-isang anak nilang lalaki at ang dalawa pang anak na babae ni Aiko.

May nagtatanong nga sa kanila kung magbabalikan pa sila, na hindi naman tinutuldukan ng dalawa.

Si Aiko at Pops naman ngayon ay magkaibigang matalik na, at ngayon nga ay magkasamang nanood ng Cinemalaya festival.

At kung sakali, magiging star pa si Aiko sa comeback movie niya na ipo-prodyus ni Pops.

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CD reviews: Linkin Park 5.0, Robin Nievera
By Jackie Dosmanos
Posted at 08/12/2012 3:54 PM | Updated as of 08/13/2012 10:40 AM

Robin Nievera, "Overwait"

Robin Nievera, the eldest son of Martin Nievera and Pops Fernandez, says he wants OPM to grow and he makes the statement stick in “Overwait,” his debut album of all-original compositions.

Right at the opening track entitled “In 3’s,” Nievera expounds on his mission of creating fresh music by channeling the spirit of John Mayer’s blues trio into pop-rock territory.

In “Beautiful”, he tints his bluesy yearnings in undulating trip-hop, while “Sound Tripping” starts in a grungy mood then shimmies into a soulful swing. “Sing Along” finds Nievera and company at the cusp of a full-on rocker. The “pop” lies in the infectious hooks the young Nievera coaxes from his guitar and the “rock” issues from the crack backbeat dished out by his backing band of close associates.

Collectively, the songs on “Overwait” take a different road than the one taken by his parents. Nievera produced the recent one-off reunion EP of his parents and if it’s any indication, he has the knack of producing good music for other people too.

For instance, “Smile”, which appears on both albums, is an R&B crooner on “Reunion” and a heartwarming ballad on “Overwait”. He can turn out tasty slices from the same bacon.

Now that the long wait is over, Robin Nievera is ready to send out his messages of love for original Pinoy music.

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RATED A Ni Aster Amoyo (Pilipino Star Ngayon)
Updated August 21, 2012 12:00 AM

Lovi, Allan K., Pops dadayuhin ang Barrio Fiesta sa Japan

Tiyak na dadayuhin ng ating mga kababayan sa Japan ang two-day Barrio Fiesta event ng Philippine Embassy-Tokyo sa pakikipagtulungan sa FilCom sa Japan sa Sept. 1 & 2 na gaganapin sa Yamashita Garden sa Yokohama, Japan dahil ilan sa mga kilalang personalidad ng Pilipinas ang nakatakdang lumipad patungong Japan para makipagsaya sa a*ting mga kababayan ng libre at ang mga ito ay sina Allan K., Lovi Poe, ang concert queen na si Pops Fernandez, ang drama king na si Christopher de Leon, ang singer-actor na si Ariel Rivera, at ang singer-comedienne na si Giselle Sanchez, among others.

Matagal-tagal ding panahong walang malaking event sa Japan ang Philippine Embassy (Japan) na pinamumunuan ngayon ni Ambassador Manolo Lopez.

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BONGGA at maningning ang nalalapit na 4th Star Awards for Music ng Philippine Movie Press Club, Inc. na gaganapin sa Meralco Theater, Ortigas Ave., Pasig City sa September 9, 6 p.m.

Ngayon pa lang ay pinaghahandaan na ng buong club ang pagtatanghal nang sa ganu’n ay lalung maengganyo ang mga nasa larangan ng musika sa paggawa ng mga awiting OPM (Original Pilipino Music) na kanilang ilalahok sa music awards sa mga susunod na taon.

Para sa kaalaman ng buong music industry, lalong pinalaki ang Star Awards for Music dahil nagdagdag ng kategorgorya ang PMPC para sa male and female Concert Performer of the Year, Duo/Group Concert Performer of the year.

Ang mga host ng music awards ay sina Richard Gomez, Pops Fernandez, Xian Lim at Maja Salvador.

Sa opening number pa lang ay tiyak nang titilian ang mga mahuhusay na singer na sina Jed Madela, Christian Bautista, Yael ng Sponge Cola, Sam Milby, Juris, Erik Santos, Ryan Cayabyab Singers at Bamboo (pawang mga Song of the Year nominees) ang mapanonood kung saan bukod sa nominadong kanta nila ay kakantahin rin nila ang theme song ng Star Awards for Music na kinumpose ni Boy Christopher.

Ang pinasikat na kanta nina Vehnee Saturno, Lito Camo at Boy Christopher ay kakantahin nina Marcelito Pomoy, Jovit Baldovino at Mocha Girls na kung saan ay gagawaran sila bilang natatanging alagad ng musika. May special number rin sina Jose Manalo at Wally Bayola.

May 12 Natatanging Alagad ng Musika na pararangalan ang PMPC bukod sa tatlong nabanggit na composers. Ito ay sina Gary Valenciano, Kuh Ledesma, Lea Salonga, Martin Nievera, Ogie Alcasid, Pops Fernandez, Regine Velasquez, Sharon Cuneta, at Zsa Zsa Padilla. Mga anak ng Icon singers na sina Robin Nievera, Paolo Valenciano, Isabella at Karylle ang haharana para sa mga Alagad ng Musika.

Aawitan naman nina Zia Quizon, Yeng Constantino, Angeline Quinto at Christian Bautista ang Lifetime Achievement Awardee na si Jose Mari Chan.

Mapanonood ang 4th Star Awards for Music sa Sept. 16 sa Sunday’s Best ABS-CBN under the Airtime Marketing ni Ms. Tess Celestino-Howard. Ito’y sa direksyon ni Al Quinn.

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Maja pinaglaruan ni Pops (?)
SANGA-SANGANDILA Ni Veronica R. Samio (Pilipino Star Ngayon) Updated

Inabot ng mga apat na oras ang 4th Star Awards for Music nung Linggo ng gabi. Pero hindi nainip ang mga sumaksi sa SRO presentation na magkasamang itinaguyod ng mga miyembro ng Philippine Movie Press Club o PMPC na siyang naghalal ng mga winner at ng Airtime Marketing na siyang producer ng awards night na ginanap sa Meralco Theater sa Ortigas, Pasig City.

Tuwing may gap ay pinasasaya ng mga host na sina Pops Fernandez, Xian Lim, at Maja Salvador ang audience sa pamamagitan ng pagpapatawa na kadalasan ang naging puntirya ng pagbibiro ay si Maja. Natawa ang mga manonood nang hindi nito masagot ang tanong ni Pops kung ano ang ginagawa ng isang multi-awarded na actress na hindi kumakanta na tulad niya sa isang music awards na tulad ng Star Awards for Music.

Dito na nagsimula ang paglalaro ng tinaguriang Concert Queen kay Maja na pinayagan naman nito. Mas natawa ang audience nang sabihin ni Maja na may “k” siya na mag-host ng event dahil nakapag*labas na siya ng isang album kasama sina John Prats, Rayver Cruz, at Shaina Magdayao pero isa itong dance album. Bumawi rin ang napakagandang aktres nung gabing ’yun sa pagsasabi na nakasama na rin siya sa isang compilation album at para patunayan kay Pops at sa lahat na marunong siyang kumanta ay inawit niya ang ilang linya ng Mr. DJ na pinasikat ni Sharon Cuneta na paborito raw niya. Later she told everyone na kumukuha siya ng voice lessons kay Annie Quintos ng The Company.

Dun marahil nakumbinsi na ang audience at maging si Pops din na seryoso siyang matutong kumanta pero humirit pa rin ang Concert Queen na puwedeng maging titulo ng album niya ang Maja Blanca. Hanggang sa dulo ng biruan nila ay hindi nagpamalas ng pagka-pikon si Maja at tinanggap na isang biruan o showtime lang ang lahat.

Hindi lamang naman si Maja Salvador ang non-musical star sa Star Awards for Music. Akala ng marami ay kasali sa kategorya si Xian until ipaalala nito sa lahat na may nagawa na siyang album at bukod sa kumakanta siya ay nagko-compose rin siya at marunong ring tumugtog ng piano.

Ang couple na sina Laguna Gov. ER Ejercito and his wife Pagsangjan mayor Maita Sanchez Ejercito ay hindi rin kabilang sa mundo ng musika pero kinuha sila para mag-present ng awards para sa tatlong major awards.

Iba talaga magprodyus ng awards night ang Airtime Marketing, Inc. na pinamumunuan ng mag-asawang Jose Jr. and Tess Celestino Howard. Sa opening number pa lamang na kung saan ay inawit ang mga seven nominated songs of the year ng mga original singer na kumanta sa album tulad nina Erik Santos, Jed Madela, Yael Yuzon ng Spongecola, Juris, Christian, Bautista, Bamboo, at Sam Milby. Ang ganda lalo’t live silang inaakumpanyahan ng isang banda at ng three back-up singers bukod sa sa napakagagaling ding Ryan Cayabyab Singers.

Walang katulad sa kaseksihan ang Mocha Girls, na nanalo for their dance album na 18 + Restricted. Biglang napuno ang backstage when it was their turn to be called to perform.

Sa deliberation na ginagawa ng PMPC a day before the awards night, may ibinoto akong music video na nakita ko nung awards night ay mas maganda pala kesa sa ibinoto ko.

Nagpasaya lalo ng awards night ’yung ginawa ng PMPC na pagkilala sa 12 personalidad na may kinalaman sa local music. Bukod kina Lea Salonga, Sharon Cuneta, at Zsa Zsa Padilla na hindi nakarating, andun sina Boy Christopher, Lito Camo, at Vehnee Saturno, composers at ang mga singers na sina Regine Velasquez, Kuh Ledesma, Martin Nievera, Ogie Alcasid, Pops Fernandez, at Gary Valenciano.

Si Jose Mari Chan ang tumanggap ng lifetime achievement awardee.

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http://journal.com.ph/index.php/ente...rs-by-sons-win


Pops moved to tears by son's win

Published : Tuesday, September 11, 2012 00:00
Written by : Vinia Vivar


SUCCESSFUL at star-studded ang katatapos na 4th PMPC (Philippine Movie Press Club) Star Awards for Music held last Sunday at the Meralco Theater.

Napakaganda ng presentation ng Airtime Marketing, Inc. sa direksyon ni Al Quinn at panulat ni Senedy Que.

Rebelasyon si Maja Salvador sa pagho-host at marami ang natatawa dahil nagbibiro na gawan din siya ng kanta ng mga composer and she’s undergoing voice lessons daw sa ngayon.

Humirit din ang isa pang host na si Xian Lim na sana ay may magprodyus sa kanya ng malaking concert. Kasama rin nilang nag-host si Pops Fernandez.

Isa sa highlights ng awards night ay ang pagsasama-sama sa entablado ang mga Natatanging Alagad ng Musika awardee na sina Gary Valenciano, Martin Nievera, Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez, Kuh Ledesma at Pops.

Nakakakilabot habang kinakantahan sila ng kanilang mga anak na sina Robin Nievera, Paolo Valenciano, Isabella at Karylle (for Zsa Zsa Padilla).

“Bihira ito mangyari,” sabi ni Pops at picture of proud parents sila ni Martin habang pinapanood ang anak na si Robin na kinakantahan sila.

Teary-eyed si Pops dahil sa kasiyahan para kay Robin na nakatanggap sa PMPC ng kanyang first award.

Si Martin naman, nagpasalamat pa sa Twitter sa award na natanggap ng anak.

Nakatutuwang pinilit talaga nila ni Gary na makahabol sa awards night pagkatapos ng kanilang show na X-Factor Philippines.

Pinuri rin ang version ni Paolo ng classic hit ng amang ’Di na Natuto.

Bongga rin ang opening kung saan nagsama-sama ang mga Song of the Year nominee na sina Jed Madela, Christian Bautista, Yael ng Spongecola, Sam Milby, Juris, Erik Santos at Bamboo kasama ang Ryan Cayabyab Singers na kumanta ng theme song ng Star Awards for Music composed by Boy Christopher.

Pinarangalan din ang tatlong composers na sina Lito Camo, Boy Christopher at Vehnee Saturno, kung saan ay kinanta nina Jovit Baldivino, Marcelito Pomoy at Mocha Girls ang kanilang hits.

Muli ay nagpapasalamat ang buong pamunuan ng PMPC, sa pangunguna ng presidenteng si Roldan Castro, sa lahat ng dumalo sa 4th Star Awards for Music gayundin sa buong staff ng Airtime Marketing for a job well done.

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Narito ang winners ng 4th PMPC Star Awards for Music:

.... New Male Recording Artist of the Year: DK Valdez/It’s All About Love/BWB Records and Robin Nievera/Robin Nievera Overwait/PolyEast Records

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SPECIAL AWARD: NATATANGING ALAGAD NG MUSIKA

Gary Valenciano

Martin Nievera

Ogie Alcasid

Pops Fernandez

Regine Velasquez

Kuh Ledesma

Zsa Zsa Padilla

Sharon Cuneta

Lea Salonga

Boy Christopher(Composer)

Lito Camo (Composer)

Vehnee Saturno (Composer)

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http://ph.news.yahoo.com/idols-icons...072609219.html

Idols, Icons Invade Yokohama Japan

Filipinos in Japan rode buses, bullet trains, and flew domestic flights to Yokohama last weekend just to see their favorite stars.

Christopher de Leon, Pops Fernandez, Allan K, Lovi Poe, Laarni Lozada, and Kapamilya stars Ariel Rivera, Yachang and I stormed The Land of the Rising Sun to strut our wares and entertain the Pinoys there.

Christopher de Leon is the founder of my Catholic Community, Oasis of Love, so I was having a hard time adjusting to him singing "This Thing Called Love" and "Tutti Frutti" instead of "Lift Up Your Hands" and "Majesty."

In fairness to my mom's idol, he's still got the chops and women were screaming all over the park - now that's an icon.

Another childhood idol of mine who performed was "Concert Queen" Pops Fernandez who sang a rather slow number in "Don't Say Goodbye." She is still as beautiful and as sexy as I remember watching her in "Penthouse" with Martin Nievera when I was a kid.

My "Comedy Idol" Allan K took the energy level several notches higher with his antics. It was also refreshing to see new faces like Laarni Lozada and Lovi Poe. Surprisingly, Lovi performed an old song, "Hot Stuff," older than my generation, so I decided to give a newer song to the crowd by performing my comedy version of Adele's "Rolling In The Deep."

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http://www.pep.ph/news/35629/Philipp...-through-songs



Pangalawang taon na ng pagbibigay parangal sa mga Natatanging Alagad ng Musika sa taunang Star Awards for Music ng PMPC (Philippine Movie Press Club).

Ito ang special recognition para sa kinikilalang music icons ng Philippine music industry.

Sa ginanap na 4th PMPC Star Awards for Music, lalong nagbigay sigla at ningning sa okasyon ang pagdalo ng karamihan sa napiling pinarangalan.

Nasaksihan ng PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) at mga taga-media noong Linggo, September 9, sa Meralco Theater, ang ginanap na parangal.

Nauna ang tribute para sa mga kompositor na sina Vehnee Saturno, Boy Christopher, at Lito Camo.

Tinampukan ng special numbers ng Mocha Girls at Pilipinas Got Talent champions Jovit Baldovino at Marcelito Pomo ang tribute para sa tatlo.

CHILDREN’S TRIBUTE. Sa huling bahagi naman ng awarding ceremonies, sumunod ang tribute number para sa iba pang Natatanging Alagad ng Musika.

Binigyan ng kani-kanyang tribute ang ex-couple na sina Pops Fernandez and Martin Nievera; sina Kuh Ledesma, Zsa Zsa Padilla, at Gary Valenciano.

The awarding and tributes were made more special and meaningful dahil ang mga anak mismo ng music icon-awardees ang nag-perform.

Umawit para sa kani-kanilang magulang sina Robin Nievera para kina Martin and Pops, Karylle para sa inang si Zsa Zsa, Isabella para kay Kuh, at Paolo Valenciano para kay Gary V.

Kani-kanilang kinanta ang mga awit na pinasikat ng kanilang mga magulang.

Para sa mga hindi nakasipot na awardees, tulad nina Sharon Cuneta at Lea Salonga, pinatutugtog at kinananta ng back-up singers naman ang tribute songs.

Sa kanyang thank-you speech for her mom Zsa Zsa, sabi ni Karylle: “Ipinaaabot po ng aking magandang nanay, si Ms. Zsa Zsa Padilla, ang kanyang taus-pusong pasasalamat sa PMPC.

“Maraming salamat po sa karangalang ito.

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THE NIEVERAS. Dalawang lalaki ang naging anak nina Pops and Martin Nievera—sina Robin at Ram.

Si Robin ay grown-up na ngayon, in his early 20s, at isa na ring recording artist.

Hindi kataka-takang manalo si Robin ng Best New Male Recording of the Year award para sa kanyang self-titled album, Robin Nievera/Overwait.

Sa gabi ng tribute na ito, nagkasama uli ang popular duo na Martin and Pops, kasama na ang anak na si Robin.

Masaya ang ex-couple, especially for Robin, dahil sa markado nitong pagsisimula sa local music industry.

Paalala ni Martin sa anak, “First of all, those carefully watching you tonight are the cream of the crop of the press. And they’re here to make or break you.

“But the most beautiful thing that they do best is, if you honor them with your good works, they will honor you right back.

“Thank you so much for this great honor. There are a few words to say.

“All I can say is receiving any part of recognition, at this day and age, is one of the most beautiful feelings one can ever share with their children.”

Between the two, si Pops ang mas maraming nasabi sa thank-you speech niya.

“Maraming maraming salamat po sa PMPC.

"It’s always a wonderful, great feeling everytime we get recognized, no matter how long we’ve been part of the business.

“Bihira na lang po ang nagbibigay ng recognition sa mga singers, composers, arrangers.




“So, maraming salamat sa Star Awards for Music sa pag-recognize sa mga baguhan at sa mga music icons—sina Gary, Kuh... hindi ako kasali, bagets pa ako!” joked Pops.

Patuloy niya, “I want to thank PMPC... siyempre, I’m such a proud parent, for giving Robin his very first award. Salamat!

“Ang sarap ng feeling, lalo na si Martin.

“And I’m watching these wonderful, talented kids... parang ano ba ang ibig sabihin noon, Ms. Kuh?

“Is it a sign that they should make money na lang for us? What do you think?” birong tanong ni Pops.

“And these guys, they’re so talented, ako mismo nagulat!

"Congrats Isabella, Paolo... and my pride, Robin!” pagtatapos ni Pops.