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June 07, 2011 Release – AJ Rafael ‘Red Roses’ Album

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – AJ RAFAEL and AJ Rafael’s album entitled ‘RED ROSES’ is currently up for a nomination for the 2012 Grammy Awards. AJ Rafael is currently under consideration in two Grammy categories: Best New Artist and Best Pop Vocal Album. The Grammy Academy voting period is open until November 30, 2011.

AJ Rafael, is a 22-year old music artist from Moreno Valley, California. AJ has garnered a worldwide audience with his original music, videos on YouTube.com, and live performances in the US, Canada, Australia, Europe and the Philippines. With over 350,000 subscribers on YouTube, AJ Rafael’s fan base grows steadily worldwide.

AJ continues to pick up attention by the likes of Billboard, who hand selected AJ for their Billboard Battle of the Bands this past May 2011 where he finished in the Top 6. AJ’s “Red Roses’ album released in June 2011, ranked #33 in the top pop albums sold on iTunes and ranked #13 on Billboard’s Heatseeker chart in its first week’s release.

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The debut of Drake's music video for his single "Marvin's Room" coincided with the release of several high-profile remixes of the track by artists like Teyana Taylor, JoJo, and Chris Brown, giving the internet the chance to debate "who wore it best?".  Following suit is a wave of independent artists capitalizing on the trend by adding their own twist to the introspective hit.  Some artists are changing the theme of the song like Alaskan singer JR Aquino who promises his current girl that he'll 'be better,' while Jersey City electrohop group Triangle Offense follows Drake's lead by rapping very honest verses about the feelings of love lost and chances missed.

Triangle Offense member Bry shares a relatable moment when he raps, "What about "us" being "we" again? / I thought I'd never see again, the "R" on the BBM / But since that "D" turned to an "R" / That means you wanna see if I could be where you are."  The trio released their remix for free download alongside their own music video on YouTube as part of their weekly promotional series dubbed TOTuesdays.

Video: http://youtu.be/Ux82jiPiCL8?hd=1

MP3: http://www.triangle-offense.com/Triangle_Offense-Ashlees_Room.zip

The video, currently being buzzed about on social networks, is done in a style similar to Brooklyn based  Francis and The Lights's recent release for his song "Eiffel Tower," featuring the song's lyrics over glimpses of the night they describe.  'And The Lights' frontman Francis Starlite produced the song "Karaoke" from Drake's 2010 debut Thank Me Later.

A YouTube search for "Marvin's Room Remix" currently brings up 7,350 results and counting, giving fans of the Drake original a chance to discover new artists they may have missed out on.

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For more information on Triangle Offense, please visit www.triangle-offense.com.  To arrange an interview or for press information, please contact management at edwin@badquarter.com.

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Need a little break from studying for finals? Come stop by The Instant Classic Dance Showcase & Fashion Show on Saturday, May 14, 2011!

Hope to see you there!

-That's So Pinoy! Staff

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Week 5 of the TO Tuesdays series brings us the boys tackling Chris Brown's booty call ballad, "No Bullshit". For this entry they enlist the talents of frequent collaborators, Lindsay Kaye and MJ. Lindsay, the stunning beauty with the big voice, helps weave the provocative tale of late night love making. On guitar, MJ lays down some delicate guitar licks, providing the perfect foundation for the clever, yet seductive word play. Best enjoyed with a glass of fine wine.

Watch "No Bullshit" here: http://youtu.be/QnW2Z-_PARU?hd=1

Check out Lindsay Kaye's website: http://lindsaykayemusic.com

And subscribe to her YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/lindsaykayemusic

Also, be sure to check out their latest singles: "Love it (One In A Million)": http://youtu.be/DmWLPrv1eO4?hd=1

"It's All Good (TO's Diner)": http://youtu.be/xnxyogmqwbg?hd=1

As well as their debut music video, "TGIF": http://youtu.be/rW4n1A06oOQ?hd=1

To download their latest mixtape "The Courting" for free, click here: http://triangle-offense.com/?p=523

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With the event being only one week away, don't wait any longer to get your tickets! To find out more information, click on either of the flyers below.

Hope to see you all there!

-That's So Pinoy! Staff (M.)

In this episode, goes toe-to-toe with UFC fighter Mark Munoz, Joey takes you behind-the-scenes of America's Best Dance Crew, and April Chase takes the MYX-Rated stage.

MYX-Rated airs every Thursday night at 7pm on MYX TV.

MYX TV can be seen on Comcast channel 368 and Direct TV 2067.

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For TO Tuesdays: Week 4, the boys get back to the basics with a raw freestyle over Too Short's West coast anthem "Blow The Whistle". Filled with no frills, bravado fueled quips, this latest entry is guaranteed to excite fans of pure lyrical talent. Be sure to keep an eye out for new digital content weekly, as well as a bunch of upcoming East coast shows from the group.

Watch "Swag 101" here: http://youtu.be/oR510PVvuNo?hd=1

Also, be sure to check out their latest singles: "Love it (One In A Million)": http://youtu.be/DmWLPrv1eO4?hd=1

"It's All Good (TO's Diner)": http://youtu.be/xnxyogmqwbg?hd=1

As well as their debut music video, "TGIF": http://youtu.be/rW4n1A06oOQ?hd=1

To download their latest mixtape "The Courting" for free, click here: http://triangle-offense.com/?p=523

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TO Tuesdays: Week 3 brings a welcome collaboration with popular singer/songwriter Jay Legaspi. Showcasing their eclectic taste in music, they've remixed a mash up of Jamie Fox's top 40 hit "Fall For Your Type" and indie darling James Blake's "The Wilhelm Scream". They will continue rotating guest features in future installments, so be on the look out!

You can watch their video here: http://youtu.be/OQN2UiRyYHI?hd=1

*** Apologies for last weeks entry, we had some technical difficulties with YouTube. It can be viewed on Facebook here: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10150561247650416 ***

Also, be sure to check out their latest singles: "Love it (One In A Million)": http://youtu.be/DmWLPrv1eO4?hd=1

"It's All Good (TO's Diner)": http://youtu.be/xnxyogmqwbg?hd=1

As well as their debut music video, "TGIF": http://youtu.be/rW4n1A06oOQ?hd=1

To download their latest mixtape "The Courting" for free, click here: http://triangle-offense.com/?p=523

Happy Monday! I know that these two words are usually not paired together since it is the start of the week for many, but maybe after watching this video you'll be happier. If you haven't already heard or seen, last week Bruno Mars released an official music video for his latest single, "The Lazy Song." And even if you already have watched the video, how about watching it another time. The backup dancing monkeys in the video are actually Poreotics, the America's Best Dance crew season 5 winners.

-That's So Pinoy! Staff (M.)

A Las Vegas concert to benefit ABS CBN Foundation International’s “Sagip Kapamilya sa Japan”

Redwood City, Calif. (April15, 2011) -  ABS CBN Foundation International will host a one night performance by Martin Nievera, acclaimed balladeer and Concert King ofthe Philippines.  “Martin Nievera: The Knockout Concert” will take place on Friday, May 6, 2011 at 7PM at the Hollywood Theatreat MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.  Presented in partnership with Codinera-Chua Productions and PAE Live!, the fund raiser show is part of a weekend of Filipino-related events which includes the shows of Filipino-American comedian, Jo Koy, and the much anticipated Manny Pacquiao/Sugar Shane Mosley fight on May 7.

“Martin Nievera: The Knockout Concert” will benefit Sagip Kapamilya sa Japan (Saving Family Members in Japan), a relief and assistance program directed to Filipinos who were affected by the recent tsunami and earthquake disasters in Japan.

“I heard from my kapamilya how the Filipinos who have made Japan their second home were affected and I wanted to help,” shared Martin Nievera. “Thank God Sagip Kapamilya and my producers had the same idea and moved quickly to make a difference.” The homecoming performance for Martin Nievera at the MGM promises great music and special guest performers.

On March 11, a magnitude 8.9 quake unleashed a 23-foot tsunami and was followed by more than 50 aftershocks. A few hours later, the Pacific Rim was blanketed with tsunami warnings.The Japanese government alerted residents near a nuclear power plant in Onahama City to evacuate, for fear of a radiation leak. On April 7, a 7.4 magnitude tremor hit once more.

The Philippine embassy in Japan reportsthat there are 305,972 Filipinos living in Japan, many of whom were affected by the devastation.

“Many Filipinos in Japan lived within and around the Fukushima area and were affected by the recent disasters, ”says J. Robbie Fabian, President of ABS CBN Foundation International. “We created a special hotline for them to call.  There are requests for food, bottled water, medicines, temporary housing, and even assistance to relocate back to the Philippines.”

Tickets to the event are $100 and $75 and are available at any MGM Grand ticketing outlet.  To charge by phone, call (800) 929-1111 or (702) 891-7777.  Tickets are available for purchase online at www.mgmgrand.com, www.ticketmaster.com or www.abscbnfoundation.org. Direct donations to Sagip Kapamilya sa Japan can also be made through the same foundation website or sent to ABS CBN Foundation Internationalat 150 Shoreline Drive, Redwood City, CA 94065.

ABOUT ABS CBN FOUNDATION INTERNATIONAL:

ABS CBN Foundation Internationalis a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of disadvantaged Filipino children and their families in the Philippines and around the world.  Its flagship program, Bantay Bata (Child Watch), is a child abuse rescue operation that responds to an averageof 15,300 calls for assistance a year. The program assists more than 21,000 children and families in relocation communities and feeds at least 4,400 severely malnourished children a year. Its education program serves 4.2million elementary school children and their teachers.

In the United States, the organization partners with Filipino-American organizations and associations in addressing community issues--youth truancy, housing, issues affecting the elderly, health,  and emergency needs.  For more programs and information, visit www.abscbnfoundation.org.