Views on Filipinos' Growing Interest in Art from Artists, an Urban Planner, and Gallery Owners

To this day, art is still a difficult concept to define. It comes in so many forms that it’s impossible to box; so many questions are attached to it, that it’s hard to describe in a single attempt. One thing is for sure, though: art has come to a point where it can seep deeper into our personal lives – some people can now say it’s hard to point out the distinction between their lives and art,...

A Discussion With. Nix Damn P: Mastering a Craft, Spinning a Legacy

Let’s face it, few job titles excite people like being a DJ does. Upon mention to anyone, there’s a good chance requisite questions from music genres to gig locations will be coming your way. From friends sharing playlists of exquisitely curated songs online, to old high school batch mates spinning in-house at some new bar you just discovered, these days, it seems like everybody’s a DJ. Nix...

Nude Illustrations from The Lifedrawing Setup by Tom Bucag

The two-man team of WHOAREMARO is at it again with The Lifedrawing Setup, a nude figure drawing event that gathers different people in a night of music, drinks, and well, nudity. Having just concluded their 6th installment, Mikee and Rocky continue to give artists (whether amateur or professional) a venue to practice their skill and hone their craft. But it's not just a place for artists to commune,...

Paola Mauricio's "Consent To This" is Your Latest Earworm

There's something refreshing about Paola Mauricio's music. At once rhythmic and lively, it borders along  electronic music and R & B; occasionally dipping into smooth verse before amping in a head-bobbing hook. "Consent To This" is testament to such prowess. With sensual synths and bass lines, it's a tune that takes a fresh approach to timeworn themes of love and longing. Instead of typical,...

Nike Combines Different Styles for its 30th Year Anniversary Edition, the Air Max 1 Master

In 1987 the Air Max was born. It was the very first silhouette where the visible Nike Air was showcased, which was designed by renowned shoe designer, Tinker Hatfield. Initially created to be used for training and sports that the iconic Nike Air commercial in 1987 clearly expresses. Though it found success in that direction early on, the Air Max 1 eventually became a household pair as a lifestyle...

Shop Talk over Coffee with Baristas from Legaspi Village Cafés

Along the bustling streets of Legaspi Village in Makati are caffeine gems conspicuously tucked in between office buildings, perfectly juxtaposed against the busy vibe and fast pace of life in the city’s business district. The recent resurgence and newfound appreciation for craft coffee paved the way for these third wave cafes to rise. Most notable of those are Local Edition Coffee and Tea, Yardstick...

What makes Malasimbo Music & Arts Festival different?

"The entire weekend is just a treat. You’d always want to go back to the amphitheater to immerse yourself back in the music again and again." I check on my email inbox religiously and this is what catches my eye. It was a response from Mr. King Puentespina himself, or Crwn rather, the moniker he publicly manifests. On March 10, the magic is bound to be alive yet again, mysteriously surrounding...