ASAP 18 Celebrates Gary V 30th Anniversary; Sarah Geronimo and Anne Curtis Treat Fans (April 14)

Experience energy at its highest level this Sunday (April 14) as “ASAP 18” throws the grandest celebration for Gary Valenciano’s 30th showbiz anniversary.

Video: Anne Curtis Belts Out 'Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw' on ASAP 18 (April 14)

Witness the biggest salute for the one and only Mr. Pure Energy through a string of non-stop world-class concert performances with some of the biggest stars such as Martin Nievera, ZsaZsa Padilla, Vina Morales, Anna Fegi, Julianne, Robin Nievera, and his children Paolo and Kiana. Also joining in Gary’s celebration are “X Factor Philippines” finalists Daddy’s Home, Quest, AKA Jam, and Take Off; and the popular dance group Maneouvers.

“ASAP 18” continues the celebration with the back-to-back special thanksgiving treats of box-office royalty Sarah Geronimo for the success of “It Takes A Man and A Woman;” and Kapamilya leading lady Anne Curtis for the farewell of ABS-CBN’s Primetime action-drama series “Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw.”

Love and laughter will surely load up in the small screens with the romantic performances of 2013 Star Magic Circle Boys Jerome Ponce, Khalil Ramos, Kit Thompson, Jon Lucas, Julian Estrada, and Alex Diaz; followed by the special surprises of comedians K Brosas, Chokoleit, and Pokwang.

Meanwhile, don’t miss the must-see surprise of the whole ASAP Kapamilya for the ultimate multimedia star Toni Gonzaga.

Prepare to be amazed with the hair-raising vocal acts prepared by Erik Santos, Jed Madela, Yeng Constantino, Angeline Quinto, Nikki Gil, Zia Quizon, and the ASAP Sessionistas.

Also, watch out for the breath-taking Supahdance summer showcase of Billy Crawford, Sam Milby, Enrique Gil, Kathryn Bernardo, Sam Concepcion, Maja Salvador, John Prats, Rayver Cruz, Empress, Iya Villania, Bugoy Cariño, at KC Concepcion.

Don’t miss the non-stop celebrations in the country’s longest-running, award-winning variety show, “ASAP 18” this Sunday, 12:15 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, simply visithttp://asap.abs-cbn.com/, ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, and know the latest happenings in “ASAP 18” by tweeting the hashtag #ASAPTripKoTo.

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25th Awit Awards 2012 Winners: Sarah Geronimo and Zia Quizon Win Big

The 25th Awit Awards was held Tuesday night, November 27 at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City. Zia Quizon was the big winner of the night clinching the Song of the Year, Best Performance by a Female Recording Artist, and Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist awards all for her single Ako Na Lang.

Meanwhile, fresh from her win at the Aliw Awards 2012, Sarah Geronimo also bagged awards at the 25th Awit Awards including the Best-Selling Album of the Year for "One Heart."

Here is the complete of winners of the 25th Awit Awards 2012:

SONG OF THE YEAR Ako Na Lang  (Zia Quizon)	ALBUM OF THE YEAR Panaginip  (Noel Cabangon)
BEST-SELLING ALBUM OF THE YEAR One Heart  (Sarah Geronimo)	BEST ALBUM PACKAGE Kinse Kalibre (Slapshock) Concept by Team Manila
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE RECORDING ARTIST Bamboo (Questions)	BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE RECORDING ARTIST Zia Quizon (Ako Na Lang)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW MALE RECORDING ARTIST Ney Dimaculangan (Ligaw)	BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW FEMALE RECORDING ARTIST Zia Quizon  (Ako Na Lang)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A CHILD RECORDING ARTIST Maria Aragon (Born This Way)	BEST PERFORMANCE BY A GROUP RECORDING ARTIST Take Off  (Ulap)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A NEW GROUP RECORDING ARTIST Thyro Alfaro and Yumi Lacsamana  (Kiss: Never Let Me Go)
BEST BALLAD RECORDING Sam Milby (Hindi Kita Iiwan)	BEST DANCE RECORDING Chelo Aestrid feat. Q-York and Jay-R (Connection)
BEST ENGINEERED RECORDING Nikki Cunanan (Simple Girl)	BEST RAP RECORDING Gloc-9 feat. Sheng Belmonte (Walang Natira)
BEST R&B RECORDING Thyro Alfaro and Yumi Lacsamana (Kiss: Never Let Me Go)	BEST ROCK/ALTERNATIVE RECORDING Letter Day Story (Save Me)
BEST INSPIRATIONAL/RELIGIOUS RECORDING Fatima Soriano (Sino Ako)	BEST JAZZ RECORDING Tricia Garcia (Sa Iyo Lang)
BEST WORLD MUSIC RECORDING Humanfolk (Para Sa Tao)	BEST NOVELTY RECORDING Randy Santiago, Rico J. Puno and John Estrada (Nananana)
BEST CHRISTMAS RECORDING Noel Cabangon (Pasko Ng Pagbibigayan)	BEST SONG WRITTEN FOR MOVIE/TV Sabay Tayo (Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition) Mayonnaise
BEST COLLABORATION PERFORMANCE Gloc-9 feat. Sheng Belmonte (Walang Natira)	BEST VOCAL ARRANGEMENT Jay-R (O Holy Night)
BEST MUSICAL ARRANGEMENT Albert Tamayo (Tuloy Na Tuloy Pa Rin Ang Pasko)	MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR 20/20 (Pupil)
DIGITAL AWARDS:
I-GATEWAY MOBILE PHILIPPINES INC’S MOST DOWNLOADED SONG FOR 2011 Nang Dahil Sa Pag-ibig (Bugoy Drilon)	I-GATEWAY MOBILE PHILIPPINES INC.’S MOST DOWNLOADED ARTIST FOR 2011 Sabrina
ABS-CBN INTERACTIVE’S MOST DOWNLOADED ARTIST FOR 2011 Somedaydream	ABS-CBN INTERACTIVE’S MOST DOWNLOADED SONG FOR 2011 Hey Daydreamer (Somedaydream)
EGG’S ALLHITS.PH MOST DOWNLOADED SONG FOR 2011 Sino Nga Ba Siya (Sarah Geronimo)
SPECIAL CITATION:
SPECIAL CITATION FROM THE PARI FOR THE OMB’S FIGHT AGAINST PIRACY Ronnie Rickets and Amb. James Dy SPECIAL CITATION Jose Mari Chan	DANGAL NG MUSIKANG PILIPINO AWARD Regine Velasquez-Alcasid Kuh Ledesma Gary Granada Eraserheads Dolphy

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Gary V, Pilita Corrales Now Have Slimmer Chances of Winning in 'X Factor'

Judge-mentor Gary Valenciano now has slimmer chances of winning in “The X Factor Philippines” alongside his mentees after his second group, Takeoff got eliminated last Sunday (Sep 2). 

After the mentor-judges’ votes caused a deadlock between Takeoff and Over 25′s Joan Da, the voting public’s decision ruled in favor of Joan (9.99%) and sent home the all-male group who garnered the lowest numbers of text votes (6.59%). 

While Gary and Pilita are left with only one act to mentor, Charice still has KZ Tandingan and Allen Sta. Maria representing the Girls. Martin Nievera, meanwhile, remains unbeaten with three of his mentees from the Boys— Jeric Medina, Gabriel Anciano, and Kedebon Colim— still standing strong in the show. 

What will the top 7 perform this week? Whose journey will end in the next elimination night? Don’t miss as the competition gets even tougher in the country’s biggest and grandest musical event of the year, “The X Factor Philippines,” with KC Concepcion as host, every Saturday, after “MMK,” and every Sunday, after “Sarah G Live” on ABS-CBN. 

Follow the show’s official Twitter account at @thexfactorphil and like its official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/XFactorPhOfficial.

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The X Factor Philippines 5th Live Performance Night (September 1)

The fifth live performance night of The X Factor Philippines happened September 1, 2012 at the PAGCOR Grand Theater in Paranaque. The X Factor final 8 paid tribute to OPM music on the night's performances.

Jeric Medina opened the night with a refreshing version of Itchyworms' Akin Ka Na Lang which we found as his best so far in the competition but the judges were quite uncomfortable with Jeric's movements, saying that he's good with slow songs. He was followed by Joan Da in a red gown singing Join The Club's Nobela and the judges agreed that its her best vocals so far, one that could be her single. Daddy's Home performed Paraiso by Smokey Mountain with their children which was also a hit to the judges.

Gabriel Maturan gave a cool rendition of South Border's Rainbow working on his falsetto right, getting nods from judges. Takeoff did APO's Yakap Sa Dilim and vocally, the judges found some flaws yet their performance was enjoyable. Allen Sta. Maria received praises for her rendition of Carol Banawa's Hanggang May Kailanman, perhaps her best so far outside her usual genre which is hip hop.

KZ Tandingan sang Ang Huling El Bimbo by Eraserheads and the judges just wanted her to continue what she's doing. Kedebon Colim was again given the pimp spot for the second time and he performed Kailangan Kita composed by Ogie Alcasid and just like last week, Kedebon's notes were all around prompting Charice to say that he can't just do a ballad thing if ever he still moves on to next week's live show.

Here are the list of songs performed by The X Factor Philippines Final 8 (in order):

• Jeric Medina - Akin Ka Na Lang (Itchyworms)
• Joan Da - Nobela (Join The Club)
• Daddy's Home - Paraiso (Smokey Mountain)
• Gabriel Maturan - Rainbow (South Border)
• Takeoff - Yakap Sa Dilim (APO)
• Allen Jane Sta. Maria - Hanggang May Kailanman (Carol Banawa)
• KZ Tandingan - Ang Huling El Bimbo (Eraserheads)
• Kedebon Colim - Kailangan Kita (Gary Valenciano)

To vote for your favorite, just text XF <space> name of contestant and send to 2331 for Globe, TM and Sun Cellular subscribers or 231 for Smart and Talk N’ Text subscribers. You can also vote using ABS-CBN vote cards. To vote online, log on to xfactor.abs-cbn.com. To show support to your favorite contestants, you may also vote on our poll. Just click here.

Here is our ranking of the best performances of the night:

1. Allen Jane Sta. Maria - XF ALLEN
2. Gabriel Maturan - XF GAB
3. Jeric Medina - XF JERIC
4. KZ Tandingan - XF KZ
5. Joan Da - XF JOAN 
6. Daddy's Home - XF DAD
7. Takeoff - XF TAKE
8. Kedebon Colim - XF KED

Tomorrow, September 2, one finalist will again be eliminated on its 5th Results Show so vote for your favorite and don't miss the fifth elimination night Sunday after Sarah G Live. 

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The X Factor Philippines Top 8 Performs OPM Songs this September 1

Get ready for the grand showcase of talents this September 1 as the Final 8 will treat us with another exciting performances for the 5th Live Show of  The X Factor Philippines this Saturday, September 1.

After singing songs of the late music icons, it's now time for the X Factor PH top 8 to pay tribute to OPM music. Yes, you heard it right, your Final 8 will be singing 'sariling atin.' Expect another dope musical performances now that the competition gets hotter with only 8 acts remaining.

Lat week, we also saw another first in this season wherein Pilita Corrales voted to eliminate her own mentee Modesto Taran. Judge Pilita's decision may be tough but her honest take on judging between bottom two vote getters Takeoff and Mang Modesto was positively received by fans, citing that she did not played safe.

Don't miss The X Factor Philippines this Saturday, September 1 as KZ Tandingan and Allen Sta. Maria from the girls category, Gabriel Maturan, Kedebon Colim and Jeric Medina from the boys, Joan Da from the over 25's and Takeoff and Daddy's Home from the groups do another grand showcase of talents.

What do you think your favorites will be singing come Saturday's performance show? Send your comments and reactions for tonight's live show using the hashtag  #XFactorPHLiveOPM.

Don't forget to vote for your favorites so that they can continue their X Factor journey (and don't let another good act be eliminated by voting wisely). Also, show your support to your favorites by voting on our poll. Just click here.

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The X Factor Philippines 4th Live Performance Night

The fourth live performance night of The X Factor Philippines happened August 25, 2012 at the PAGCOR Grand Theater in Paranaque. The X Factor final 9 paid tribute to late music icons by singing their well-loved hit songs.

Modesto Taran opened the night with a good rendition of Pure Imagination by Lou Rawls. He was followed by Daddy's Home with Whitney Houston's All At Once. Allen Sta. Maria then paid tribute to Lisa Lopes of TLC with a 'swag' version of the group's Waterfalls. All three received positive reviews from the judges.

Jeric Medina performed an Elvis Presley hit but did not impressed the judges much followed by Joan Da who sang Aaliyah. Kedebon Colim gave an energetic performance of Yugyugan Na but the judges were unanimous in saying that he's losing the notes.

Meanwhile, Takeoff took harmony to the next level and got the approval of the judges with a hair-raising version of Selena's Dreaming of You. KZ Tandingan also received praises for her flawless Rehab performance. Gabriel Maturan gave justice to Luther Vandross' Dance With My Father with a very emotional performance, the best of the night.

Here are the list of songs performed by The X Factor Philippines Final 9 (in order):

• Modesto Taran - Pure Imagination (Lou Rawls)
• Daddy's Home - All at Once (Whitney Houston)
• Allen Jane Sta. Maria - Waterfalls (Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes of TLC)
• Jeric Medina - Can't Help Falling In Love (Elvis Presley)
• Joan Da - Let Me Know (Aaliyah)
• Kedebon Colim - Yugyugan Na (Karl Roy of P.O.T) 
• Takeoff - Dreaming of You (Selena)
• KZ Tandingan - Rehab (Amy Winehouse)
• Gabriel Maturan - Dance With My Father (Luther Vandross)

To vote for your favorite, just text XF <space> name of contestant and send to 2331 for Globe, TM and Sun Cellular subscribers or 231 for Smart and Talk N’ Text subscribers. You can also vote using ABS-CBN vote cards. To vote online, log on to xfactor.abs-cbn.com. To show support to your favorite contestants, you may also vote on our poll. Just click here.

Here is our ranking of the best performances of the night:

1. Gabriel Maturan - XF GAB
2. Takeoff - XF TAKE
3. KZ Tandingan - XF KZ
4. Daddy's Home - XF DAD
5. Allen Jane Sta. Maria - XF ALLEN
6. Modesto Taran - XF MOD
7. Jeric Medina - XF JERIC
8. Joan Da - XF JOAN 
9. Kedebon Colim - XF KED

Tomorrow, August 26, one finalist will again be eliminated on its 4th Results Show so vote for your favorite and don't miss the fourth elimination night Sunday after Sarah G Live. Angeline Quinto will perform live.

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The X Factor Philippines Top 9 Pays Tribute to Late Music Icons this August 25

Another exciting performance will be showcased in the 4th Live Show of  The X Factor Philippines this Saturday, August 25 as the Top 9 finalists again take PAGCOR's center stage.

Last week, we were treated with rock performances which also saw the controversial elimination of one of the best contestants, A.K.A. JAM. Many were disappointed with the voting public and the judge-mentors but all that just created excitement for the finalists' next performances. 

With A.K.A. JAM being booted out and with the public's reaction, we have now a greater chance of having a wildcard event in the country's number 1 talent-reality search.

This week, The X Factor Philippines Top 9 will pay tribute to music icons who passed away, singing their most-loved hits. We can expect at least, songs by Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Elvis Presley and hopefully, OPM icons.

Don't miss The X Factor Philippines this Saturday, August 25 as KZ Tandingan and Allen Sta. Maria from the girls category, Gabriel Maturan, Kedebon Colim and Jeric Medina from the boys, Joan Da and Modesto Taran from the over 25's and Takeoff and Daddy's Home from the groups do another grand showcase of talents.

What do you think your favorites will be singing come Saturday's performance show?

Don't forget to vote for your favorites so that they can continue their X Factor journey (and don't let another good act be eliminated by voting wisely). Also, show your support to your favorites by voting on our poll. Just click here.

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The X Factor Philippines 3rd Live Performance Night

The third live performance night of The X Factor Philippines happened August 18, 2012 at the PAGCOR Grand Theater in Paranaque. The final 10 took on songs from the rock genre.

The judges had gone very critical with their comments this time and almost all the Final 10 got their fair share of constructive criticisms. Daddy's Home, Takeoff and A.K.A. JAM from the groups category got good reviews from the judges as well as Joan Da and Modesto Taran from Over 25's while Allen Sta. Maria, Jeric Medina and Gabriel Maturan got words that means 'some more improvement.'

KZ Tandingan received the best reviews from all the judges after singing In The End in an original arrangement which showcased her voice.

Here are the list of songs performed by The X Factor Philippines Final 10 (in order):

• Kedebon Colim - Footloose (Kenny Loggins)
• A.K.A. JAM - Survivor (Destiny's Child)
• Modesto Taran - To Love Somebody (Bee Gees/Michael Bolton)
• Allen Jane Sta. Maria - Bitch (Meredith Brooks)
• Jeric Medina - Lips of An Angel (Hinder)
• Daddy's Home - Superstition (Stevie Wonder)
• Gabriel Maturan - Breakeven (The Script)
• Joan Da - You Oughta Know (Alanis Morissette)
• Takeoff - Makita Kang Muli (Sugarfree)
• KZ Tandingan - In The End (Linkin Park)

To vote for your favorite, just text XF <space> name of contestant and send to 2331 for Globe, TM and Sun Cellular subscribers or 231 for Smart and Talk N’ Text subscribers. You can also vote using ABS-CBN vote cards. To vote online, log on to xfactor.abs-cbn.com. To show support to your favorite contestants, you may also vote on our poll. Just click here.

Here is our ranking of the best performances of the night:

1. KZ Tandingan - XF KZ
2. Joan Da - XF JOAN 
3. Daddy's Home - XF DAD
4. A.K.A. JAM - XF JAM
5. Jeric Medina - XF JERIC
6. Gabriel Maturan - XF GAB
7. Takeoff - XF TAKE
8. Modesto Taran - XF MOD
9. Allen Jane Sta. Maria - XF ALLEN
10. Kedebon Colim - XF KED

Tomorrow, August 19, one finalist will again be eliminated on its 3rd Results Show so vote for your favorite and don't miss the third elimination night Sunday after Sarah G Live. Jovit Baldivino and Yeng Constantino will perform.

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The X Factor Philippines Top 10 Performs Rock Songs this August 18

Get ready for The X Factor Philippines live show this this Saturday, August 18 because the Final 10 will rock your world.

From last week's 'buhay' or 'life' theme, this week's performances will take inspiration from the rock genre. The X Factor Philippines  Final 10 will be performing rock songs on Saturday's live performance night. The contestants, however, may choose to do an arrangement that will fit his/her voice well or that will fit his own genre.

Don't miss The X Factor Philippines this Saturday, August 18 as KZ Tandingan and Allen Sta. Maria from the girls category, Gabriel Maturan, Kedebon Colim and Jeric Medina from the boys, Joan Da and Modesto Taran from the over 25's and Takeoff, Daddy's Home and A.K.A. JAM from the groups do another grand showcase of talents.

What do you think your favorites will be singing come Saturday's performance show?

Don't forget to vote for your favorites so that they can continue their X Factor journey. Also, show your support to your favorites by voting on our poll. Just click here.

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The X Factor Philippines 2nd Live Performance Night

The second live performance night of The X Factor Philippines happened August 11, 2012 at the PAGCOR Grand Theater in Paranaque. The final 11 took on songs which have "life" or "buhay" in the title.

Modesto Taran got the very first standing ovation of the night with his heartfelt rendition of Habang May Buhay with the choir. Meanwhile, Kedebon Colim sang a serious song and got good reviews from the judges.

Here are the list of songs performed by The X Factor Philippines Final 11 (in order):

• Joan Da - Gusto Ko Lamang Sa Buhay by Itchyworms
• Gabriel Maturan - One Day In Your Life by Michael Jackson
• Takeoff - Larger Than Life  by Backstreet Boys
• Allen Jane Sta. Maria - Bring Me To Life by Evanescence
• Modesto Taran - Habang May Buhay by Wency Cornejo
• Daddy's Home - The Best things in Life are Free by Luther Vandross and Janet Jackson
• Kedebon Colim - I Live My Life For You by Firehouse
• Mark Mabasa - Got To Get You Into My Life by Earth, Wind and Fire/The Beatles
• KZ Tandingan - For Once In My Life by Stevie Wonder
• Jeric Medina - Time of My Life by David Cook
• A.K.A. JAM - This Is My Life by Shirley Bassey

To vote for your favorite, just text XF <space> name of contestant and send to 2331 for Globe, TM and Sun Cellular subscribers or 231 for Smart and Talk N’ Text subscribers. You can also vote using ABS-CBN vote cards. To vote online, log on to xfactor.abs-cbn.com. To show support to your favorite contestants, you may also vote on our poll. Just click here.

• Joan Da - XF JOAN
• Gabriel Maturan - XF GAB
• Takeoff - XF TAKE
• Allen Jane Sta. Maria - XF ALLEN
• Modesto Taran - XF MOD
• Daddy's Home - XF DAD
• Kedebon Colim - XF KED
• Mark Mabasa - XF MARK
• KZ Tandingan - XF KZ
• Jeric Medina - XF JERIC
• A.K.A. JAM - XF JAM

Tomorrow, August 12, one finalist will again be eliminated on its 2nd Results Show so vote for your favorite and don't miss the second elimination night Sunday after Sarah G Live. Xian Lim, Kean Cipriano and Tutti Caringal will be performing live so stay tuned to The X Factor Philippines.

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The X Factor Philippines Final 12 Make-Over Photos Unveiled!

Last Sunday, July 29, the Top 12 finalists (Final 12) of The X Factor Philippines have been named. The final 12 consisted of three hopefuls from the 4 categories -- boys, girls, over 25's and groups.

The live shows of The X Factor Philippines will start this weekend, August 4 and 5 and before they set foot on The X Factor stage, the Final 12 had their make-over to totally unleashed that X Factor within them.

See the transformation of The X Factor Philippines Final 12 in the photos below:

Boys (Gabriel Maturan, Kedebon Colim and Jeric Medina)

Girls (Allen Jane Sta. Maria, Jerrianne Mae Templo and KZ Tandingan)

 Over 25's (Modesto taran, Joan Da and Mark Mabasa)

Groups (Daddy's Home, Lucky Girls and Takeoff)

This August 4, brace yourselves as more surprises will unfold on the first day of The X Factor Philippines Live Show. Are these 12 the only ones who made it to the live show stage or will there be four more to complete a Final 16? #WildCard

Don't miss The X Factor Philippines on August 4 after MMK and on August 5 after Sarah G Live!

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