Be Back in 2014

We are very sorry for the sudden halt of our operations, we actually almost decided on closing the website down. However, the support we got and we are still getting prevented us from doing so. We are humbled by all the positive words thrown at us, and very happy that we have helped the local culture progress in such a short time that the website has been running. So it is inevitable for us to...

Top 5 Songs We Want To Hear at the Tegan and Sara Show

The Tegan and Sara show is right around the corner and most of us are dying to know what they have in store for their first visit to the Philippines. Knowing that they've been a household name for indie rock, we want nothing but to hear our favorite tracks from their eighteen years of releasing records and playing shows. These are t top five songs that have made me, as well as other fans, fall...

Supra Invasion 2013

Skate footwear brand Supra takes control of our local scene once more with Supra Invasion 2013. Jim Greco, Stevie Williams, Keelan Dadd, Spencer Hamilton, Neen Williams, Boo Johnson, Kevin Romar, Nick Tucker, and Pat Rumney will be representing the brand as they pay Manila a visit. Firs stop for them is a team signing at Calle Skate Shop on November 13, Wednesday at 5 pm. Then on Thursday, November...

Uprising Official Launch

After months of preparation and weeks of performing in various gigs, hip-hop collective Uprising is finally ready to rock the local scene. Uprising is an independent music label and management company owned and managed by FlipTop Battle League's Anygma and Music Colony's DJ Rye. And for their official launch event, Anygma will be joined by fellow emcees Zaito, Protege, BLKD, KJah and...

Pasta Groove - Kometa

Local multi-instrumentalist Paolo Garcia a.k.a. Pasta Groove comes through with his second LP, "Kometa". His latest project is his first release under Brisbane-based indie outfit Dub Temple Records. Expect something else, though, as Pasta Groove reps the Filipino culture hard on this one. His latest sounds are also adorned by collaborations with talented local and international talents like Supremefist,...

WIP Caps - The W Grenade

Local premier headwear provider WIP Caps adds an explosive piece to their "W" collection. Presenting The W Grenade, top your army-inspired attire with this snapback. The W Grenade dons an olive green crown with the "W" logo embroidered in black. The cap's bill and snap also comes in black to complete that tough dude look. Grab yours now at WIP Caps' online store or through their stockists. ...

Purveyr x Stndrds: Back Like We Never Left Recap

After a brief cool-off in the scene, Stndrds is back and they're making sure everyone knows about it. To kickoff their return, Stndrds held the 'Back Like We Never Left' event that featured today's hottest beats from some of the well-known local artists, a load of booze, and the return of their staple tees that once again gets the market buzzing. The event was well-hyped and with the audience...

Ursus et Cevus Music Collective October Playlist

Apart from design and clothing, Ursus et Cervus has always been centered around the aesthetic of independent music. That being said, the Ursus et Cervus Music Collective aims to release monthly playlists featuring various independent artists from the international scene. Through carefully curating a list of multiple artists and songs, the playlist becomes a narrative that is apt for that certain...

Spazzkid - Better Off Alone

US-based beatmaker Mark Redito aka Spazzkid released his caked-up take on Alice Deejay's same-named house track earlier this month. What started off as a joke while in line at a fro-yo spot ended up with this synthwave hit that undoubtedly carries Spazzkid's DNA. Listen to the track below...

Ursus et Cervus Fall 2013 Collection

Manila based Lifestyle brand, Ursus et Cervus, has recently released their Collection for Fall 2013. By staying true to their minimalistic aesthetic and incorporating their urban culture influences, the brand attempts to define what it is to be an urbane contemporary individual. They try to achieve this by integrating simple yet classic typefaces and grids with today's youth culture essentials,...

FXXXYBLNT- Traffic Accident of the Heart

Bakunawa staple FXXXYBLNT releases his newest track "Traffic Accident of the Heart" as he continues to contribute to the smoke sound society. FXXXYBLNT is part of the BuwanBuwan Collective and he describes his Experimental R&B kind of music as a "groove to clear the mind". Listen to his newest track below. ...

Whitefield Del. 2 "Simple"

Men's clothing brand Whitefield has recently released Delivery 2 titled, "Simple". The collection is heavy on short-sleeve and long-sleeve buttondowns. Whitefield keeps it innovative in using classic shirt silhouettes infused with creative details. Also, the collection boasts the use of various patterns; camouflage, floral, stripes and plaid. You can purchase now a piece or two for yourself...

Black Market Presents: The Drop

Manila's newest dedicated traphouse Black Market fully intends to keep your weekends banging as it presents The Drop on Friday, October 11 at 9pm. This event is headlined by British DJ RSD and Manila's very own female act Soulflower. The Drop promises a full range of heavy experimental music from Trap and Hip Hop to Digital and Drum & Bass. Its event page says you'll hear some Post Dilla too....

Status Magazine Empire Issue with Adrianne Ho

Status Magazine has just released their most recent issue titled "Empire Issue". The famous streetwear muse Adrianne Ho graces the cover page. Like the culture, she get's down and dirty in the streets with very little to no signs of fashion glam. Downright edgy personal style. In the issue, find Mega of Black Scale, Russ Karablin of SSUR and other big names to keep you interested.  ...

İɳEʑ ʬѦϟ ӇƎRƸ Presents: Nouvul - Nobody Here (Live)

Digital artist Inez Moro worked with Bigote Labs to capture in film Nouvul's live rendition of "Nobody Here" off its TwinFlames EP. Nouvul is SimilarObject's collective project that produces experimental music with a noticeable touch of Slow-jam  and R&B. Source: Inez Was H...

Black Market presents Black Out

Black Market, the newest underground location for partying, and by partying we don't mean any of those Top-40 EDM that you hear 24/7 in prominent clubs in Manila. Black Market is the odd one, as they will provide music such as Techno, Dub, Detroit, UK Funky, Electro, IDM, Drum & Bass, Chicago, Dubstep, Trap, and everything else that you won't hear in any other clubs. Actually, we're not even...