Sunday, April 20, 2008

PINOY IDOL: PAMPANGA, BATANGAS & DAGUPAN AUDITIONS

This week Pinoy Idol goes to Luzon. First stop is Clark Pampanga, there were many hopefuls but one memorable audition was from Meryl Consulta David who came from a prominent showbiz clan. She sang "Fallin'" from Alicia Keys and i have to agree she is one to look forward to. Check the video below.





There were those ladies who were called "Tres Marias" because they were contenders before in another singing contest. The girls are belters. They could reach high notes. And a shocking audition piece made by John Paul Villaluz. I was so scared watching him singing. Check the video below.


From Pampanga, Pinoy Idol second stop is Batangas. Noticeable auditions came from Lorenzo/Jara Valido, a transvestite who has voice like a real woman and Penelope Ann Matanguihan who amazes the judges in her heartwarming version of "Amazing Grace". The girl is just 16 years old and she can sing well. Her voice is clean, words are so clear and she was singing like an angel. I am looking forward to see her in the finals.

Lorenzo/Jara Valido sings "Natutulog Ba Ang Diyos"

Penelope Ann Matanguiha sings "Amazing Grace"

Last stop is Dagupan, a lot of hopefuls but Don Benito Manuel Sanchez, a theater actor/singer and Anthony Limjoco, a fil-am who came here in the Philippines to audition were the one who stand out.

Next week, Pinoy Idol is ready for Mega Manila. Can't wait to see familiar faces.










Thursday, April 17, 2008

GRETCHEN BARRETTO - UNEXPECTED ALBUM RETAIL


Gretchen Barretto shows that there is more to her than intrigue and controversy. As quiet as she is in issuing statements to pacify gossip-hungry people, Gretchen is always in the mood to talk and, well, sing. “Gretchen Barretto: Unexpected” features covers of 12 classic love songs. It is produced by the actress’ longtime partner, businessman Tonyboy Cojuangco. Gretchen is well aware that some people may doubt her true intentions for coming up with an album, but she insists that her only objective remains consistent since day one, which is, "Just to impart to you how I feel." Check the album below. Enjoy!



1. Fly Me To The Moon
2. A House Is Not A Home
3. More Than You'll Ever Know
4. Moon River
5. An Affair To Remember
6. Please Don't Ask Me
7. More
8. I Will
9. An Unexpected Song
10. All The Things You Are
11. Love Me For What I Am
12. Ikaw Lamang