Multiple Nominations to MCA Music Artists for the Upcoming 29th Awit Awards

The list of nominees for the 29th Awit Awards has been revealed. The Awit Awards is a prestigious award-giving body, spearheaded by PARI (The Philippine Association of the Record Industry, Inc.), that gives recognition to Filipino performing artists and people behind the making of Filipino recorded music. MCA Music, the number one music company in the Philippines, is proud of having a total of 31 nominations this year led by Jason Dy with six nominations.

MCA Music nominees under Performance Awards: Darren Espanto for “I Believe” and Jason Dy for “Milagro” are both nominated for Best Performance by a Male Recording Artist. "Puedepende" by Edray and “If I Were a Boy” by Sassa Dagdag are nominated for Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist and Juan Karlos Labajo "Para Sa Yo" for Best Performance by a New Male Recording Artist. Talents from The Voice Kids Lyca Gairanod with “Puede Nang Mangarap”, Elha Nympha with "Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin” and Reynan Dal-Anay with "Magkaisa" are nominated for Best Performance by a Child/Children.  The First Philippine Kid Rock Band, Square One with “Letra” is nominated for Best Performance by a Group recording artist.


For Creative Awards: “Puedepende” by Edray and “Milagro” by Jason Dy both composed by Jungee Marcelo are nominated for Song of the Year and for Best Pop Recording and nominated for Best Ballad Recording- “Break My Heart Some More” by Jason Dy composed by Soc Villanueva and Kennard Faraon. “Why” by Pupil, composed by Ely Buendia and “Leader for a Day” by Nicole Asensio, composed by Ira Cruz are both nominated for Best Rock/Alternative Recording, “Ligaya” by Sitti is nominated for Best World Music Recording, “Tayo Ay Maglaro” by Lyca Gairanod, composed by Jamie Rivera is nominated for Best Novelty Recording, “Kung Wala Ka” by Reynan Dal-Anay, composed by Jeffrey Salin-Ay Mambucon and Eynard M. Pajalla and “Puso Ko’y Namamasko” by Jason Dy, composed by Jungee Marcelo are both nominated for Best Christmas Recording, “Laman Loob” by Stick Figgas, composed by Lester” Klumcee” Vano, Loonie and Ron Henley for Best Rap/Hiphop Recording, “Pero” by Conscious & The Goodness composed by Mike Constantino is nominated for Best Jazz Recording and “2 Have U” by Jason Dy is also nominated for Best R&B Recording.

For Technical Arrangement Awards Category , Para Sa’yo” by Juan Karlos Labajo arranged by Ferdie Marquez, “Leader for a Day” by Nicole Asensio arranged by Ira Cruz and “Pero” by Conscious and The Goodness arranged by Jesser Sisson are nominated for Best Musical Arrangement. Nominated for Album Packaging Excellence Award is “Zilch” by Pupil, designed by Ces Olondriz, album concepy by Erwin Romulo and Jason Tan and photography by Tim Serrano.

Nominees for Music Video of the Year are “Walang Anuman” by Nicole Asensio, “Why” by Pupil and “Laman Loob” by Stick Figgas.

MCA Music was already on a good spot with a roster that dominated the nominations. According to the Awit Awards objectives, the organization promotes the Philippine music industry, artistry and legacy and to recognize the Filipinos’ undying passion for music. Awit Awards honors performing artists and people behind the making of Filipino recorded music. They also aim to champion music-making and production and one of its main advocacies is to fight the rampant piracy in the Philippines.

For bookings and inquiries, contact MCA Music Artist Management at +639209682991 or email mcabookings@umusic.com. For more information on MCA Music artists- log on to the following sites: Facebook- MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines), Instagram- mca_music, Twitter- @mca_music.

The Voice Kids All-In the Concert

After competing and trending in the ABS-CBN talent search "The Voice Kids", they are proving to be a force to be reckoned with in the music and entertainment industry. they continue to capture the hearts of hte audiences via their album "The Voice Kids The Album" under MCA Music, which continues to do well in record stores and digital downloads. They have also been busy being one of the most-in-demand artists for shows her and abroad as well as being mainstays of ABS-CBN show ASAP and most of them included in the network's teleseryes.

Indeed the careers of The Voice Kids Grand Champion Lyca Gairanod along with runners up Darren Espanto, Juan Karlos Labajo and Darlene Vibares are on the rise as they hold their first major concert entitled "The Voice Kids All-In the Concert" to be held on December 6, 8pm at Philippine International Convention Center(PICC) Plenary Hall. Be blown away as they deliver surprise performances and will be joined by special guests. The Voice of the Philippines Grand Champion Mitoy Yonting, The Voice of the Philippines runner-up Klarisse De Guzman and The Voice of the Philippines Semifinalists Tonton Cabiles and Edray Teodoro.

Lyca Gairanod is the little girl that could - her small frame and big voice has surprised Filipinos all over the world after her trending The Voice Kids blind audition. Many thought she's just another young biritera but her story and her charm has made everyone fall in love with her more.

Since his blind audition that saw him perform Jessie J's "Domino", Darren Espanto has been tagged as the "Total Performer" comparing him to the likes of local acts Gary Valenciano and Martin Nievera.

He's a ball of energy with the Charm that can win you over in an instant. Juan Karlos Labajo became an instant favorite among The Voice Kids roster because of his smooth voice, his undeniable wit, and sense of humor.

Darlene Vibares from Team Lea has been called the "girl on fire" with her voice and inspired by the song of the same title by Alicia Keys. Her energy during performances is undeniable which endeared her to audiences aside from her bubbly personality.

Tickets are available at P4500, P3500, P3000, P2000 and P1000 at SM Tickets at 4702222 or www.smtickets.com. The Voice Kids All-In the Concert is supported by Jollibee (Official Press Con venue partner) and media partners-MYX, MOR 101.9, Philippine Concerts, www.pep.ph and Businessworld.


"The Voice Kids The Album" is now out in CD's as well under MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines) at Astroplus, Astrovision and Odyssey outlets; for downloads at iTunes and streaming via Deezer, Spotify and Guvera. Its Deluxe Edition which includes the songs "Isang Lahi" by Lyca Giaranod and "Domino" by Darren Espanto is exclusively available for download and streaming at spinnr.ph. For bookings and inquiries, contact Sammy Samaniego of MCA Music Artist Management at +632 9162504 loc 107. 09178565174 and 09209682991. you can also check updates by visiting www.facebook.com/mcamusic or www.twitter.com/mca_music.