Galing Montreal, Diretso sa Tunay na Usapan
by Anjo Pallasigui Frozen Flame wasn’t even supposed to be called that. They couldn’t think of a name, so Dolans pulled something from a game he was playing—Chrono Cross or Chrono Trigger, they’re not even sure anymore. It stuck. This week sa OPM Livestream, dumayo sila mula Montreal to play originals, tell stories, and hang with […]
Backyard Sessions: Two Decades Later, Still Playing
By Anjo Pallasigui Summer in Canada goes by fast. You blink and it’s already August. That’s why when the weather’s good, you make time for things that matter. Last weekend, we had a backyard jam. Nothing fancy. Just friends, a few guitars, and a small setup outside. Some of us have been playing together for […]
Hiraya Battlegrounds: A Historic Night for Filipino Hip Hop in Canada
It wasn’t just another rap battle. It was a movement. A gathering. A declaration. Hiraya Battlegrounds recently brought the fire to Toronto, uniting Filipino battle rappers, performers, and fans from across Canada and the U.S. in a night that felt less like a competition and more like a community reunion. Set against beats, bars, and […]
Dionela Has Landed in Canada—Don’t Miss This
By RanzelSinger-Songwriter, Call In Sick I’ve never seen Dionela live. But today, that changes. As a Filipino singer-songwriter based in Toronto, I’ve been to countless concerts—but rarely do I get to witness an artist who feels this close to home. Dionela isn’t just performing. He’s redefining modern OPM—and thanks to Tala Entertainment, he’s bringing it here to Canada. I […]
Discovering Sye: The Filipino Frontman I Never Expected
By Anjo The first time I saw Bernie Carlos at a gig in Black Swan Tavern back in 2007, I could already tell—he wasn’t just some regular in the crowd. The long hair, the quiet confidence—he had that legit metal vibe. We ended up talking music, and instantly clicked. But even then, I had no idea just […]
The Wait Is Over: Urbandub Is Officially in Canada
Written by Anjo | Filipino TV It’s finally happening. Urbandub, the iconic Cebu-based band that defined a generation of Filipino rock fans, is bringing their music across Canada—and after years of hoping, trying, and waiting, I’m finally getting to see them live again. Back in 2018, we at Filipino TV tried to bring Urbandub to Toronto. […]
Kitchie Nadal, 20 Years Later — The Concert That Changed Everything for Us
by Anjo Pallasigui Twenty years ago, we took a leap of faith by producing Kitchie Nadal’s first Canadian concert. Looking back now, it feels like the spark that lit everything we do today. The year was 2005. We were just rookies coming from the local OPM scene, armed with nothing but guts, a love for […]
Where Music Begins: Anjo’s Story at Long & McQuade
Every Filipino musician in Canada has a Long & McQuade story. Mine began 20 years ago. We had no budget, just a head full of melodies and dreams that needed mics, an audio interface, and a stand. We found everything—plus a little encouragement—at Long & McQuade. It’s more than a music store. It’s a launchpad. […]
The Sound We Inherited: Anjo’s Journey Back to the Beat that Started It All
Imagine this: 1970s Manila. The country was under martial law, the streets were tense, and yet—out of that pressure cooker of politics and passion—something bright, cheeky, and unbelievably catchy came alive. They called it Manila Sound. Growing up in Canada, I didn’t quite know what to call the songs I’d hear in my parents’ cassette tapes […]
Reggae Feels Na Malamang Miss Mo!
Krownless Kings – Cloud Nine (Live) After years apart, Krownless Kings reunite for an unforgettable performance—only on OPM LIVE STREAM! Feel the vibe as they bring back the love and the reggae feels with their classic hit “Cloud Nine”—a song about love, longing, and floating above it all. It’s not just a comeback—it’s a full-circle […]
