This might not be the typical expat blog, written by a German expat, living in the Philippines since 1999. It's different. In English and in German. Check it out! Enjoy reading!
Dies mag' nun wirklich nicht der typische Auswandererblog eines Deutschen auf den Philippinen sein. Er soll etwas anders sein. In Englisch und in Deutsch! Viel Spass beim Lesen!
You plan to move to the Philippines? Wollen Sie auf den Philippinen leben?
There are REALLY TONS of websites telling us how, why, maybe why not and when you'll be able to move to the Philippines. I only love to tell and explain some things "between the lines". Enjoy reading, be informed, have fun and be entertained too!
Ja, es gibt tonnenweise Webseiten, die Ihnen sagen wie, warum, vielleicht warum nicht und wann Sie am besten auf die Philippinen auswandern könnten. Ich möchte Ihnen in Zukunft "zwischen den Zeilen" einige zusätzlichen Dinge berichten und erzählen. Viel Spass beim Lesen und Gute Unterhaltung!
Visitors of germanexpatinthephilippines/Besucher dieser Webseite.Ich liebe meine Flaggensammlung!
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The popular noontime program "It's Showtime" will continue to air on the noontime slot of GMA from Monday to Saturday.
In an official statement on Dec. 20, ABS-CBN and the "It's Showtime" family expressed gratitude to GMA for their continued trust and support.
It added: "We will continue to inspire and bring happiness to our audiences.
"Thank you Kapuso, Kapamilya, and Madlang People."
Before this, rumors were that the Kapuso noontime variety program, "TicToClock," would replace "It's Showtime" and begin in January 2025.
"Ang alam ko ay may nangyayaring negotiation ngayon ang It's Showtime and GMA. Yun lang ang alam ko sa ngayon," said Kuya Kim, one of the hosts of "TicToClock," during an ambush interview recently.
This was the same statement made by GMA Network Senior Vice President Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes, when she officially addressed the rumors that "It's Showtime" will be replaced by GMA variety show “TiktoClock” once the former’s contract expires this month.
“We are in negotiations now for the renewal of ‘Showtime,’” said Annette in November.
Relive the iconic hits from the '70s, '80s, '90s, and 2000s in a celebration of timeless tunes and unforgettable dance moves.
Regine Tolentino
Get ready for an unforgettable dance journey through the best music eras as Flashback Retrobar presents “Flashback Fridays: Saturday Rewind” in On Point Dance Club this December.
Relive the iconic hits from the '70s, '80s, '90s, and 2000s in a celebration of timeless tunes and unforgettable dance moves.'
Salas Brothers
Catch special guests as Dance Diva” Regine Tolentino sets the stage on fire with her performance this Dec. 20.
You can also end the year with a bang as Jim and James of the Salas Brothers from the legendary Universal Motion Dancers (UMD) perform their iconic moves of the ‘90s LIVE on Dec. 27.
On Point Dance Club is located at 205 Tomas Morato Ave., Brgy. Laging Handa, Quezon City.
Through the past holidays, Geneva continues to romanticize the holidays for all its usual trimmings and trappings.
Geneva Cruz
Pop songstress Geneva Cruz ushers in the holiday season with the timely release of her very first Christmas song, ‘When Christmas Comes.’
Barely a week since its soft launch on her social media platforms last Nov. 24, the catchy, upbeat tune has caught the attention of her fans and close showbiz friends, who all generously welcomed it with a resounding thumbs up.
It’s just a matter of time before the feel-good ditty becomes another anthemic OPM hit that kicks off the start of our long holiday season.
She shares, “I’ve always been a huge Christmas fan! I love the traditions, movies, music, and what it stands for — love, peace, and joy for everyone!”
The Smokey Mountain alumna reveals her primary motivation for writing the song, which she initially attempted starting last year.
She shares, “What motivated me was love. I discovered the perfect inspiration, and along with my passion for Christmas, everything just came together.”
“Last year was my first attempt at creating a Christmas song, so I reached out to my good friend Dan Gil, who is one of Maestro Ryan Cayabyab’s top students who also played for Smokey Mountain's major concert in Araneta Coliseum in December of 1990. But we couldn’t create.
Creation is all about inspiration and timing. I guess the timing wasn’t right then.” “Fast forward to this year… I went to Dan’s place, sat in front of his computer, and started typing. After I wrote the song, he worked on the melody and arrangement, and ‘When Christmas Comes’ was born.”
“So, I wrote it first, Dan came up with the melody, and arranged it. Apparently, this isn’t Geneva’s first attempt at songwriting.
She clarifies, “I’ve composed some songs that have been part of my past albums, starting from my first solo album when I was 15. Some of the songs I did include ‘Love Can Wait,’ ‘To Manila,’ ‘Love Is Here,’ ‘Set You Free,’ and ‘Peace.’ Writing has always been an outlet of mine. I’ve written more and composed the melodies on my unused files.”
Asked to elaborate on her Christmas song’s theme, she expounds, "When Christmas Comes’ is about a woman catching feelings for her ex, who is currently long-distance. She eagerly awaits his arrival and is excited about seeing him again. The ex-partners share similar feelings and plan Christmas adventures, including riding Santa’s sleigh, enjoying formal dinners, and having fun together.”
Through the past holidays, Geneva continues to romanticize the holidays for all its usual trimmings and trappings.
She muses, “I’m pretty old school. I’ve had wonderful memories of Christmas. My parents, especially my late mom, made the holidays special for my sisters and me. She cooked the most delicious food and took us shopping for new dresses and shoes, which I used to keep beside me while I slept. Haha!”
Asked to pick her favorite Christmas songs, her top three include Johnny Mathis’ ‘We Need A Little Christmas, the Jackson 5’s Christmas record, and not surprisingly, Jose Mari Chan’s ‘Christmas In Our Hearts.’
As a fledgling songwriter, does she feel privileged working with Ryan, whose legacy as National Artist for Music is without peer?
She says, “There is a wealth of ideas from the maestro, but only one Mr. C. While I can strive to emulate his work ethic and passion for songwriting and the arts, I must develop my own style.
Each artist has unique tricks and styles, and we are responsible for expressing our colors to the world.
Geneva feels just as proud in conceptualizing the song’s music video, and thanks good friend, prolific director and Smokey Mountain alumnus Jeffrey Hidalgo, for being part of it.
“One of my besties, Jeffrey Hidalgo, directed the music video, and I’m truly grateful to him and the whole creative team. The video was my concept. We made it snow in QC! Hahaha!”
Aside from her regular concert sorties and TV guestings, Geneva continues to be the epitome of fitness and women empowerment through her wellness endorsements. She remains committed to her duties and responsibilities as a proud reservist Sergeant of the Philippine Air Force Reserve Command.
Check out ‘When Christmas Comes’ on Spotify and Geneva’s official YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook platforms.
Producing a horror film can also be challenging. (lalo na kung puro lang sigaw pero wa naman nakakatakot!) It has to really scare the viewers (or else comedy na labas nyan!)
The cast of Espantaho
One of the most challenging films to produce is a musical. (lalo na kung out of tune ka teh!) The music, story, and direction should be in one creative package. (Wow, I'm feeling like a film critic, ha!) For the upcoming Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), “Isang Himala” is the only movie musical. It stars theatre actress Aicelle Santos (na nakailang plays na local at international ha!) with the music of Vince De Jesus (go ate ZsaZsa Zaturnah!) and direction of Pepe Diokno (na Best MMFF director for Gomburza!)
This was based on the 1982 film Himala of National Artists Ishmael Bernal and Ricky Lee, topbilled by another National Artist and Superstar Nora Aunor. (walang himala!) It also became an inspiration for different stage plays in the decade of 2000s. (umariba nang bongga si ate mo Elsa!)
Comedy, fantasy, and love stories usually get the highest box office results at the MMFF, but the cast members hope moviegoers will support their masterpieces. One of the film’s actresses, Bituin Escalante, says: “Let’s not underestimate the audience. Ang importante maipakita ang isang obra tulad nito.” (or else lamunin kayo ni bituin sa pag-awit nya!)
Aicelle adds: “Nangangarap kami. We hope moviegoers will come and watch this film musical with their family.” (ipatawag na rin ang buong barangay teh!)
The cast of 'Himala: The Musical'
Producing a horror film can also be challenging. (lalo na kung puro lang sigaw pero wa naman nakakatakot!) It has to really scare the viewers (or else comedy na labas nyan!) Two of my favorite Pinoy horror films are the remake of Patayin sa Sindak si Barbara (remake na naabutan ko!) and Feng Shui 1 (yung 1 lang ha!) Award-winning filmmaker Chito Rono directed both films. (direk pwede po ba ako sa horror?!) That’s why I got excited when I learned that he has another horror film for the MMFF titled Espantaho starring Judy Ann Santos, Janice De Belen, Chanda Romero and Lorna Tolentino. (walang Senator Lapid ha!)
“Sina Atty Joji Alonso, our producer, Chris Martinez, our writer and of course Direk Chito Roño ay ang pinaka-anchor ng pelikulang ito. Kami mga artista, kami lang yung pagsasabuhay ng karakter na binuo nila. Kaya we are very lucky na nagkasama sama kami sa isang napakagandang pelikula. It does not always happen. Itong ensemble na ito, ilalaban ko it," Juday says. (ang batang may laban! Go!)
“Before terror si Direk Chito, may nerbiyos ka. May terror exercise. Pero ngayon, kalmado na. Siguro di na sya pwede masyado nagagalit, kaya nagtitimpi na sya. Mas mahaba na ang pasensya sa mga panahon ngayon. Pero nandun parin yung passion, yung fire, yung hunger for doing a great film," Ms LT shares. (ayaw nung scarecrow aka espantaho!)
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In celebration of their 15th anniversary, K-pop girl group 2NE1 announced the release of a limited edition LP.
YG Entertainment posted on Dec. 16 details about the “2NE1 15th Anniversary Best LP” that will contain the group’s representative songs.
2NE1 members (from left) Sandara Park, Minzy, CL and Park Bom (X)
The “2NE1 15th Anniversary Best LP” (YG Entertainment)
Here is the track list of the LP:
SIDE A
1.Fire
2.I Don’t Care
3.Can’t Nobody
4.Go Away
5.아파 (Slow)
SIDE B
1.내가 제일 잘 나가 (I Am the Best)
2.UGLY
3.Lonely
4.그리워해요 (Missing You)
5.Come Back Home (Concert Live Ver.)
The “Come Back Home (Concert Live Ver.)” is an actual live recording from 2NE1’s recent Seoul concert.
Each LP comes with a clear case, vinyl, round cover posters, round posters, lyrics poster, metal credit board and selfie photocards, according to the YG Select website. It also includes handwritten messages from 2NE1 members.
It will be produced only based on the actual orders and each LP will have a limited edition hologram sticker attached. It is scheduled to be delivered from the end of March 2025.
2NE1 members Sandara Park, Minzy, CL and Park Bom are currently meeting fans through their “Asia Tour: Welcome Back” concert. They debuted in 2009.
The winners of the 10th WMAs will be named on the awards night, set for Jan. 19, 2025, at the Araneta Coliseum.
The Wish Music Awards (WMAs) season is here! And you can help your favorite nominees win.
Voting for the WMAs, now in its 10th year, officially commenced on Nov. 8. The public can cast their votes via awards.wish1075.com or via the Wish App, available on the App Store, Google Play, and Huawei App Gallery). Voting is open until Jan. 10, 2025, at 12 noon.
The final result will come from the Wishers’ votes (30 percent) and the judges’ votes (70 percent).
The winners of the 10th WMAs will be named on the awards night, set for Jan. 19, 2025, at the Araneta Coliseum.
The 10th WMAs will see over 70 acts compete across 19 major categories. The winners will bring home a WMA trophy, a cash prize of Php 25,000, and Php 100,000 for their chosen charitable organization.
The awards show recognizes the best Wishclusive performances, songs, and artists during the eligibility period. For its 10th edition, the eligibility period is from Oct. 1, 2023, to Sept. 30, 2024.
Wishclusive Rock/Alternative Performance of the Year
bird. - "san juan"
Dilaw - "Orasa"
Lola Amour - "Umiinit"
Rob Deniel - "RomCom"
Zild - "Medisina"
Wishclusive Hip-hop Performance of the Year
DĖMI (feat. Madman Stan) - "homebdy"
HUKBALAHAP - Marvin Salubsob, Braduzz (feat. OG Sacred) - "Buhay ng Gangsta"
Loonie - "Tugmang Preso"
O SIDE MAFIA, BRGR, Al James - "Kunan Mong Pic"
PLAYERTWO - "THINKIN OF LOVE"
Wishclusive Contemporary Folk Performance of the Year
Clara Benin - "imposter syndrome"
Cup of Joe - "Ikaw Pa Rin Ang Pipiliin Ko"
dwta - "Padaba Taka"
Janine - "Sandig"
TONEEJAY - "Aurora”
Wishclusive Contemporary R&B Performance of the Year
Frizzle Anne - "Kuhang-kuha"
Janella Salvador - "headtone"
SinoSikat? - "Heart Calling"
SunKissed Lola - "White Toyota"
Yeng Constantino - "BABALA"
Wishclusive Collaboration of the Year
Dionela, Alisson Shore - "Hoodie"
Jay R, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid - "Eyes Only For Me"
jikamarie, JRLDM - "IISA"
Maki, Angela Ken, & Nhiko - "Sikulo"
Zack Tabudlo, Al James - "Gusto"
Wish Pop Song of the Year
"Apat Na Buwan" - Janine
"kaibigan" - justin
"One Sided Love" - G22
"Pantropiko" - BINI
"Sariling Mundo" - TJ Monterde
Wish Ballad Song of the Year
"11:11" - Pappel
"Di Ko Masabi" - Stell
"Hanggang Kailan" - Darren Espanto
"Salamat Ika'y Dumating" - Angeline Quinto
"The Boy Who Cried Wolf" - PABLO
Wish R&B Song of the Year
"I'll Be Somebody You Want" - Jolianne
"pati ng ulan" - jikamarie
"sining" - Dionela (feat. Jay R)
"‘Wag Kang Bibitaw" - Cean Jr.
Wish Rock/Alternative Song of the Year
"Bulaklak sa Buwan" - Ely Buendia
"Ikot" - Over October
"Kanako" - FELIP
"Museo" - Eliza Maturan
"Segurista" - Zild
Wish Hip-hop Song of the Year
"Ala" - Gloc-9
"Burgis" - Flow G, Hev Abi
"Get Low" - O SIDE MAFIA x BRGR
"GET RIGHT" - Josh Cullen
"Makasarili Malambing" - Kristina Dawn (feat. Hev Abi)
Wish Contemporary Folk Song of the Year
"Alegorya" - Munimuni
"Iyakin" - Shanne Dandan
"Love Is" - The Ridleys
"Nene" - SunKissed Lola
"Umaycan" - Noel Cabangon
Wish Contemporary R&B Song of the Year
"I Wanna Go" - Armi Millare
"Kursunada" - Adie
"Sana" - Kiana V
"Sandal" - James Reid
"Segundo, Siguro" - Arthur Nery
Wish Song Collaboration of the Year
"Distansya" - Rob Deniel, Janine
"FLYYY" - PLAYERTWO, FELIP
"Kalakal" - SB19, Gloc-9
"Kasing Kasing" - juan karlos, Kyle Echarri
"Medyo Ako" - juan karlos, Moira
Wish Breakthrough Artist of the Year
Dionela
dwta
jikamarie
Maki
Stell
Wish Group of the Year
BINI
Cup of Joe
Dilaw
Over October
SB19
Wish Artist of the Year
FELIP
Janine
PABLO
TJ Monterde
TONEEJAY
Apart from major awards, a special recognition called the Wishers’ Choice Award will be presented to the nominee with the highest number of votes across all categories.
Wish 107.5 will also hand out KDR Icon awards, including the KDR Icon of Musical Excellence and the KDR Icon of Music and Philanthropy. Previous awardees of the KDR Icon of Musical Excellence include National Artist Ryan Cayabyab, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, and Martin Nievera.
Featured soloists are Katherine Molina (soprano), Jai Sabas Aracama (alto), Francisco Aseniero (tenor), and Jonaf del Fierro (bass), with Augusto Espino (harpsichordist) and Josefino Chino Toledo (conductor).
The University of the Philippines Symphony Orchestra (UPSO), together with five UP singing groups that won international awards in 2024, will bring holiday festivities to a crescendo in “Tayo Ay Mangagsi-awit: Pasko sa Diliman ay Sumapit” on Dec. 17, 6 p.m. at the University Theater in UP Diliman.
Watch the UP Concert Chorus, UP Manila Chorale, UP Los Baños Choral Ensemble, Novo Concertante Manila, and acapella group Iskollas share the stage with the university’s 70-piece “Orkestra ng Bayan.”
Featured soloists are Katherine Molina (soprano), Jai Sabas Aracama (alto), Francisco Aseniero (tenor), and Jonaf del Fierro (bass), with Augusto Espino (harpsichordist) and Josefino Chino Toledo (conductor).
The concert tickets are P300 each and available at the theater entrance, or go tobit.ly /AHAPasko to buy online.
Excerpts from Handel’s Messiah and other well-loved Christmas music will be among the highly anticipated performances at the 2,000-seat venue in UP Diliman.
The famous Messiah is one of Western classical music's most frequently heard choral works
In Dublin, an English oratorio composed by George Frideric Handel and librettist Charles Jennens, Messiah, was performed for the first time in 1742. It has become a staple of the Christmas and Easter seasons for its elaborate arias, recitatives, and choruses.
"Hallelujah Chorus” is perhaps the most famous section of Messiah and is revered by audiences who rise to their feet as a long-standing tradition.
K-pop girl group ITZY will be welcoming the New Year in the Philippines.
ITZY will be gracing the “NYE at the 5th” celebration to be held on Dec. 31 in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig.
“Shine so bright like dynamite, GOLD! This is not a drill: BGC meets K-Pop as ITZY's YEJI, LIA, RYUJIN, CHARYEONG and YUNA light up BGC ILoveTaguig's NYE Countdown!” promoter Wilbros Live announced on X (formerly Twitter) on Dec. 5.
It added, “Catch them, ALL five will be LIVE at the 5TH, Bonifacio High Street on December 31! Presented by BGC, Taguig and Coke Studio.” The celebration will be held along 5th Avenue in BGC.
