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Itchyworms launch new music video, sets sights on TikTok, new collabs during pandemic
Itchyworms launch new music video, sets sights on TikTok, new collabs during pandemic
Mario Dumaual,
ABS-CBN News
Published Aug 12, 2020 08:08 PM PHT
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Updated Aug 12, 2020 10:28 PM PHT
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MANILA -- "It’s Showtime" host Jugs Jugueta can finally say that he has risen above the doldrums of the pandemic lockdown.
MANILA -- "It’s Showtime" host Jugs Jugueta can finally say that he has risen above the doldrums of the pandemic lockdown.
Jugueta, along with this Itchyworms bandmates Jazz Nicolas, Chino Singson and Kelvin Yu, had long bad days in the course of the five months lockdown. But rather than sink in the quagmire, the band propped themselves up and produced new music from their respective homes.
Jugueta, along with this Itchyworms bandmates Jazz Nicolas, Chino Singson and Kelvin Yu, had long bad days in the course of the five months lockdown. But rather than sink in the quagmire, the band propped themselves up and produced new music from their respective homes.
The result is a compelling new collection of songs for their fifth album, “Waiting for the End to Start,” highlighting the grit and rawness of such pandemic themed songs like "Silence" and "Armageddon Blues."
The result is a compelling new collection of songs for their fifth album, “Waiting for the End to Start,” highlighting the grit and rawness of such pandemic themed songs like "Silence" and "Armageddon Blues."
“My state of mind in the beginning was sometimes, it’s a good day, sometimes bad. Minsan nga nakakalimutan mo nang maligo! But eventually i chose to be happy. Puwede mo kasing tingnan ang glass as half full or half empty,” Jugueta told ABS-CBN News at the first Zoom media conference of Itchyworms.
“My state of mind in the beginning was sometimes, it’s a good day, sometimes bad. Minsan nga nakakalimutan mo nang maligo! But eventually i chose to be happy. Puwede mo kasing tingnan ang glass as half full or half empty,” Jugueta told ABS-CBN News at the first Zoom media conference of Itchyworms.
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“Parang naglu-loop ang mga araw, mami-mix up mo na kasi pare-pareho, walang marker sa weekday or weekend,” recalled Singson.
“Parang naglu-loop ang mga araw, mami-mix up mo na kasi pare-pareho, walang marker sa weekday or weekend,” recalled Singson.
The band snapped out of the groundhog day syndrome and stopped bingeing on digital streaming shows. “We decided to get creative again. Medyo mahirap because we were homebound, making music from our own bedrooms but eventually nabuo siya into 9 songs, parang happy accident! Feeling namin parang apat kaming solo artists and we had each other as solo artists,” said Nicolas.
The band snapped out of the groundhog day syndrome and stopped bingeing on digital streaming shows. “We decided to get creative again. Medyo mahirap because we were homebound, making music from our own bedrooms but eventually nabuo siya into 9 songs, parang happy accident! Feeling namin parang apat kaming solo artists and we had each other as solo artists,” said Nicolas.
They are also proud of their latest music video highlighting the carrier track “Silence,” directed by indie filmmaker King Palisoc. Featuring people with gagged mouths amid the pandemic, its brooding lyrics about raging silence is a metaphor of tensions in the current situation.
“The footage was crowdsourced," Jugueta said. “Nakakaiyak siya!”
They are also proud of their latest music video highlighting the carrier track “Silence,” directed by indie filmmaker King Palisoc. Featuring people with gagged mouths amid the pandemic, its brooding lyrics about raging silence is a metaphor of tensions in the current situation.
“The footage was crowdsourced," Jugueta said. “Nakakaiyak siya!”
One lesson they learned from the pandemic is the triumph of creativity amid hardship. The new album which also features “Armageddon Blues” is arguably their most productive recording. Nicolas said: “Kaya pala natin! Puwede naman palang maka-create even in this setting. Wow kaya pala nating gawin from our bedrooms. Isip ko nga let’s move forward to the next album!”
One lesson they learned from the pandemic is the triumph of creativity amid hardship. The new album which also features “Armageddon Blues” is arguably their most productive recording. Nicolas said: “Kaya pala natin! Puwede naman palang maka-create even in this setting. Wow kaya pala nating gawin from our bedrooms. Isip ko nga let’s move forward to the next album!”
On their new self-discoveries, Singson, Yu, Nicolas and Jugueta have learned how to edit videos, cook, jump rope and do gardening!
On their new self-discoveries, Singson, Yu, Nicolas and Jugueta have learned how to edit videos, cook, jump rope and do gardening!
On their 24th year, Itchyworms is also riding on the TikTok trend and production of virtual shows.
On their 24th year, Itchyworms is also riding on the TikTok trend and production of virtual shows.
“We are open to have our songs remixed even for TIkTok with various interpretations," said Nicolas.
“We are open to have our songs remixed even for TIkTok with various interpretations," said Nicolas.
The band, which is best known for the top hits “Di Na Muli,” “Beer,” “Akin Ka Na Lang,” “ Ayokong Tumanda" and others, is also looking forward to new collaborations with Gary Valenciano, Randy Santiago, Ogie Alcasid and Yeng Constantino.
The band, which is best known for the top hits “Di Na Muli,” “Beer,” “Akin Ka Na Lang,” “ Ayokong Tumanda" and others, is also looking forward to new collaborations with Gary Valenciano, Randy Santiago, Ogie Alcasid and Yeng Constantino.
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Kapamilya stars shine at 10th Platinum Stallion National Media Awards
Kapamilya stars shine at 10th Platinum Stallion National Media Awards
MANILA — Kapamilya stars triumphed at the 10th Platinum Stallion National Media Awards, bringing home recognitions across film, television, and music.
MANILA — Kapamilya stars triumphed at the 10th Platinum Stallion National Media Awards, bringing home recognitions across film, television, and music.
The annual awards ceremony, organized by Trinity University of Asia, honors outstanding individuals and programs that have made a significant impact in media and entertainment.
The annual awards ceremony, organized by Trinity University of Asia, honors outstanding individuals and programs that have made a significant impact in media and entertainment.
Vice Ganda received the prestigious Best Film Artist Award for the movie “And the Breadwinner Is…”, which was also named Film of the Year.
Vice Ganda received the prestigious Best Film Artist Award for the movie “And the Breadwinner Is…”, which was also named Film of the Year.
The comedian expressed her joy over the recognition, emphasizing how special this win was for her.
The comedian expressed her joy over the recognition, emphasizing how special this win was for her.
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“Super happy kaya sabi ko, personal akong pupunta doon para matanggap ko nang personal yung award. Masarap sa pakiramdam na ibang award naman ang natanggap ko this time. Maraming beses na akong nabigyan ng Platinum Stallion Awards pero sa hosting, game show, o noontime show ko. Pero this time, sa pelikula naman—sa pag-arte. Kaya nakakatuwa at espesyal kasi sa akin itong ‘And the Breadwinner Is…’” she shared.
“Super happy kaya sabi ko, personal akong pupunta doon para matanggap ko nang personal yung award. Masarap sa pakiramdam na ibang award naman ang natanggap ko this time. Maraming beses na akong nabigyan ng Platinum Stallion Awards pero sa hosting, game show, o noontime show ko. Pero this time, sa pelikula naman—sa pag-arte. Kaya nakakatuwa at espesyal kasi sa akin itong ‘And the Breadwinner Is…’” she shared.
Vice’s noontime show, It’s Showtime, also won Best Noontime Show at the awards night. Hosts Jackie Gonzaga and Cianne Dominguez joined Vice in receiving the recognition. Jackie expressed her gratitude, saying, “Sobrang grateful po kami na meron na namang award para sa ‘It’s Showtime,’ at masarap din sa puso na andito kami ngayon para i-receive ito.”
Vice’s noontime show, It’s Showtime, also won Best Noontime Show at the awards night. Hosts Jackie Gonzaga and Cianne Dominguez joined Vice in receiving the recognition. Jackie expressed her gratitude, saying, “Sobrang grateful po kami na meron na namang award para sa ‘It’s Showtime,’ at masarap din sa puso na andito kami ngayon para i-receive ito.”
Kapamilya P-Pop groups BGYO and BINI were among the night’s winners.
Kapamilya P-Pop groups BGYO and BINI were among the night’s winners.
BGYO was named Filipino Boy Group of the Year, marking their first-ever win at the Platinum Stallion National Media Awards.
BGYO was named Filipino Boy Group of the Year, marking their first-ever win at the Platinum Stallion National Media Awards.
Member Nate expressed his appreciation, saying, “This is our first time receiving an award from Trinity University. Thankful that they recognized us as a group and our music.”
Member Nate expressed his appreciation, saying, “This is our first time receiving an award from Trinity University. Thankful that they recognized us as a group and our music.”
Meanwhile, BINI won Filipino Girl Group of the Year and took home the Music Video of the Year award for their hit song “Cherry on Top.”
Meanwhile, BINI won Filipino Girl Group of the Year and took home the Music Video of the Year award for their hit song “Cherry on Top.”
Aside from its artists, ABS-CBN was also recognized as Digital Media Network of the Year, solidifying its status as a powerhouse in Philippine entertainment.
Aside from its artists, ABS-CBN was also recognized as Digital Media Network of the Year, solidifying its status as a powerhouse in Philippine entertainment.
Actress Xyriel Manabat was honored as Breakthrough Artist of the Year, a testament to her growing presence in the industry.
Actress Xyriel Manabat was honored as Breakthrough Artist of the Year, a testament to her growing presence in the industry.
Veteran host Luis Manzano won Best Variety Show Host for Rainbow Rumble, which also bagged Best Game Show at the awards night.
Veteran host Luis Manzano won Best Variety Show Host for Rainbow Rumble, which also bagged Best Game Show at the awards night.
Meanwhile, seasoned journalist Bernadette Sembrano was recognized as Best Public Service Program Host for Lingkod Kapamilya.
Meanwhile, seasoned journalist Bernadette Sembrano was recognized as Best Public Service Program Host for Lingkod Kapamilya.
In the music category, singer-songwriter Maki won Song of the Year for “Namumula” and was named Breakthrough Music Artist of the Year.
In the music category, singer-songwriter Maki won Song of the Year for “Namumula” and was named Breakthrough Music Artist of the Year.
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