Princess Velasco Signs with GMA Records

Sat down with Acoustic Princess Princess Velasco who just signed up with an exclusive contract with GMA Records. She used to be from the other channel appearing in their noontime weekend show but concentrated more in gigs and appearances elsewhere after they got reformatted. Princess Velasco now has a family, but the singing bug bit her for a long time and as they say, her voice just gets better with age. We asked how she is now and she gamely answered questions for us.

Princess says “I see them in shows and appear in GMA, I envied them and hope I would be visible in GMA programs soon. It was 6 years in ASAP Sessionisras, but we have always been part of each other’s lives. I thought initially they were showbiz friends but they are now lifelong ones because we are each other’s kids ninongs and ninangs. I choose songs that I go through with, not just love but everyday struggles. My official music video will be up at 3pm and you’ll see Norman, the Aeta who graduated in UP. I am sure there will be a lot of people who will relate with it. I am planning to have a very intimate show for my birthday this year, perhaps for charity. Of course acoustic, something fun. Konti Na Lang is for those who are tired, a song of hope, to take your journey one day at a time. To wake up, do your thing, do your job. Maybe soon I will be able to work with Julie Anne San Jose, hopefully I will meet her and work with her soon. I want to also work with Christian Bautista, Ruru Madrid, Rita and Ken, I like the and how hey use their voice. I want the song to also be part of a series, maybe for news and public affairs, it fits the ofw audience. When I gave birth, my voice became more round, my range became higher. My singing career wasn’t really something I was looking for, I was just fortunate things fell into place. I went through issues in the past, push your self and get up, do whatever you want with your life. What you think of others might not be as worse as you may think it is. You have to also be careful these days, even if it is hard, I would want to mentor people rather than judge them. For noe it is a single but probably, we will completing a compilation of more songs, hopefully soon!”

Princess has her single Konti Na Lang out in digital stores, so go stream or download them off Spotify if you love her type of music. I used to play her CD’s nonstop in our family car because she’s soothing, gets less stressed when driving. Happy to see she’s doing more music, hope to see her on stage very soon!

Ice Seguerra and Nyoy Volante at Palacio De Maynila

It has been a while since I’ve watched an acoustic concert but it has always been a staple for Filipinos especially as it patterns on our love for “harana” in ways to woo those who we love and perhaps get that special YES we always looked forward to. Ice Seguerra has had a number of hits and has always had that voice unique to her, you would want to get her songs played over and over again. Nyoy Volante on the other hand may have been super good on musicals lately but even before that, he’s always taken us on acoustic trips in gigs here and around the country, so seeing them together in one occasion may be the perfect pre valentines gift to get your romance going. It is called Acoustic Love Journey which is to be held at Palacio De Maynila in Roxas Boulevard, a good jump off point to anything romantic in the charming historic city of Manila.

Ice Seguerra says “My style has always been fit for Valentines shows and it gives me joy when you see people enjoy the music. I don’t like what ifs, I want to always try things and in politics and show business you learn to be immune, but I always miss my wife and I have to take care of my relationship, my family. I like it in Palacio De Maynila because it is very intimate, there are no bad seats, although Lisa couldn’t go to some of my shows, she will be here."

She reveals “I really am planning to have a child and on January we started doing injections because we need the quality of the eggs to be really good, we had to go through the process and after harvesting and freezing, I had to choose profiles of Dads and when we Lisa and I have to talk about it all. It’s really nature taking its course, it is from me, we just got help. I didn’t have to pay myself, or have surrogates, we have a chance and I hope we get lucky. In his profile he says he looks like Liam Hemsworth, 6ft (we need to compensate), blue eyes, and his profile was almost the same traits as Lisa, I hope he is.”

Make sure you get tickets via SM TICKETS or via Palacio 5247606 / 5273239. Their concert starts promptly at 8pm, so let your special someone enjoy the evening of acoustic love with Ice and Nyoy. You will definitely enjoy this!

The SOMA Bistro Sessions

Today was a fun day to be in the south. So we headed to Green Sun in Chino Roces Extension to have dinner with friends at the The SOMA Bistro, the restaurant at the ground floor of the hotel. They've got a happy hour which includes an Open Mic session from 6-10PM every Thursday, and you know what happens when booze and I mix LOL. We all sing! 

They've got Pinoy Food and a couple more comfort giving grub to satisfy you, nearby offices, hotel guests as well. You can walk in if it's traffic in Makati (like it's not a regular thing lol!) or if you want to wait it out and drink a few bottles before you go home.

Aside from that lovely and soft Liempo up top, I had this Roast Beef Sandwich with fries on the side. It's quite soft, and very generous with the meat. I'd be really interested amping this up with blue cheese or something, or spike it up with something hot. If you haven't had dinner yet, this would be fine.

If you want to match something with beer, the Truffle Fries is good. It looks less here because Earthlingorgeous already had touched the darn bowl before I took a photo LOL. Truffle is my favorite in any dish, you gotta have it too!

They've got Buffalo Wings too for those who love it spicy. The regular serving is already moderately spiced so just ask for extras if you need to.

For those who love meat and seafood, they've got Surf and Turf on a plate. The standard size though, not quite that big but it does the job.

We also had the Four Cheese Pizza to go along with the wine and booze we had this night. I'd recommend this for groups 4 or more. Oh and yes, Green Sun is known for events, as they've got a room with 360 degree HD projector. It's perfect for launches and fashion shows too. 

Green Sun also has cruise ship like hotel rooms. Three types in very affordable prices. It's actually one of the favorite hangouts of celebrities which we'll never divulge haha. They rent DJ's and stuff for in the Executive rooms but sleep mostly in the Standard Twin and Queen Rooms too. They also package Function/Holding rooms for artists when you do have an event there. 

I also heard they've got a promo now where you can book two nights for the price of one. Stay period should be from December 22 - January 2, 2016. So if you're looking for a place to stay these holidays, this might just be it.

For reservations, visit www.thehotelatgreensun.com at 2285 Chino Roced Avenue Extension in Makati City. Call them today at (+632)5489200. I'm staying there soon too, and I do hope to get to bump in with Georgina Wilson and her whole crew on weekends. Wishful thinking? Nope! It's Green Sun!

Ciao!

KUMAGCOW

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