Filbert Shoots on Film: A Beginner’s Dive into the World of Analog Photography
Filbert has always loved photography. But lately, he’s taken that love to the next level—by going backward. That’s right, he’s trading pixels for prints and diving into the nostalgic world of 35mm film photography. It all started with a few old cameras: a Konica C35 rangefinder from the 1970s, a Canon AF35M, and a special piece […]
I Am Canadian. And I Am Filipino.
In this spoken word piece from Anjology, Anjo delivers a proud, poetic declaration of identity—one that stands firmly in two worlds. He isn’t a lumberjack, doesn’t own a dogsled, and still doesn’t know how to skate. But he can brave a snowstorm, wait eight hours in the ER, and say “po” when ordering a double double. […]
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 […]
Why “Lovely Pau”? A Story of Siopao, Survival, and Serendipity
“Who’s Lovely?” That’s the first thing many customers ask when they walk into LovelyPau. The answer? There’s no one named Lovely behind the counter. Lovely, it turns out, is the siopao. What started as a humble recipe shared between cousins has grown into one of the most loved siopao spots in Toronto. But this isn’t […]
From Flame to Frame: The Art of Sonny Dimalanta
In this episode of Tunog Tao, we meet Sonny Dimalanta, a visionary artist who turns simple wood into powerful works of art using pyrography—the ancient technique of wood burning. From humble beginnings as a technician in the Philippines and Saudi Arabia, Sonny’s passion for art quietly simmered for decades. It wasn’t until later in life—through correspondence studies in […]
Spoiler Alert: This Is Your Red Flag Anthem
Spoiler Alert – Sofeya (Live Performance) After more than a year off the stage, Toronto’s all-girl band Sofeya returns with a bang—performing their emotionally raw anthem “Spoiler Alert” live for the first time since their break. This isn’t your typical love song. Spoiler Alert dives headfirst into the thrill of falling in love—with eyes wide […]
Sabu Shines on Filipino TV with a Mesmerizing Performance of “Pikit”
The talented Sabu took center stage on Filipino TV, captivating the audience with a heartfelt live performance of her song Pikit. With every note, Sabu effortlessly drew listeners into the emotional depth of the track, celebrating its essence while inviting fans to make it a part of their own musical journey. The room was alive with […]
DOY KASTILYO
(36yo | Bauan, Batangas | Painter – Filipino Fauvism) His works are a mash-up of his strongest influences. Matisse’s bold colors, Picasso’s cubism, Amorsolo’s themes, among others. This Filipino artist from Bauan, Batangas has sold more than 400 works since the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic. His dream is to promote Pinoy Fauvism to the world, and […]
