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A Year in Music
Music · January 14, 20142013 was undeniably a great year for Filipino music; local releases from bands old and new, regular bar gigs, and even international concerts (that opened more opportunities for local artists) took place around the buzzing metro. Original Filipino music was everywhere and it was dearly appreciated…
TeamManila Stays True to Original Filipino Music
Music · December 6, 2013The busy streets, the vivid colors of the walls, the tasty local food, the hustle and the bustle of the people – these are what we first think of once the Manila lifestyle is mentioned. But beyond this vibrant nature, there is definitely more to discover…
A Night of Beatboxing with Felix Zenger
Events, Music · November 19, 2013In partnership with TeamManila, Today x Future and Locked Down Entertainment brought beatboxer Felix Zenger live in Manila last November 9 at Today x Future Cubao. Together with local artists Supreme Fist, Tarsius, Beatbox Philippines, and RBTO, fans and friends of Felix Zenger gathered for a…
Sense Visual and Sound with Earthmover
Music · November 4, 2013Earthmover is very hard to miss especially when one is familiar of the local music scene. With regular gigs at various bars around the metro, this three-piece instrumental band has created quite a buzz for the eyes and ears of music followers everywhere. Eyes because their…
Monday Mixtapes: All About Local
Monday Mixtapes, Music · October 28, 2013Music can never be missed once we speak of Manila culture. Just like our undying love for food, music is another thing we can all be passionate about – it’s in our busy streets, our fancy homes, our cluttered work spaces, and well then, in this…
Carrying On with the Rock Supremo
Events, Music · October 23, 2013Team Manila continues to support the Rock Supremo as a multi-media stage production on the life of Katipunero Andres Bonifacio was held last August 30 at the Activity Center of Bonifacio High Street, Taguig City. Photos by Kris Sebastian Musicians like Kai Honasan, Peso Movement, Peryodiko,…
Behind a Musician’s Craft: an Interview with Diego Mapa
Music, Style · September 3, 2013A musician known for his bands Pedicab, Cambio, Monsterbot, and Eggboy, Diego Mapa is a man of his craft. Arranging music and performing live as a DJ, he is also the Operations Manager of ArtisteConnect, a crowd funding website supporting Filipino artists and projects. The latest…
Rock Supremo: A Look into the Life of Bonifacio
Events, Music · August 29, 2013Team Manila supports Rock Supremo, a multi-media stage production on the life of the Katipunan’s Supremo, Andres Bonifacio. Celebrating his 150th birth anniversary, the production will feature musicians Kai Honasan, Peso Movement, Peryodiko, Tarsius, Dong Abay and the Tanods, Ebe Dancel, Radioactive Sago Project, and performances…
The Suez and Zapote Space
Art + Design, Events, Music · August 23, 2013Suez and Zapote offers one that explores the diverse mediums and applications of art. Suez and Zapote, being a gallery, a workshop, and a space for projects, exhibits how art and design function as one. Emphasizing art research and development, Suez and Zapote is more than…
Beatmatch 1.3 with Silver Filter and Abdel Aziz
Events, Music · August 23, 2013The third session of the Beatmatch 4-week course DJing workshop at the Suez and Zapote gallery went on with DJs Silver Filter and Abdel Aziz. Versatile in approach and dedicated in craft, these musicians have played their parts in the evolution of local electronic music. Both…