Korean Indie-Pop Artist Peach Luffe Shares Dreamy New Single “Say It Back”

Nettwerk is excited to announce the signing of South Korean-born, Toronto-based bedroom pop artist Peach Luffe (Peach LOO-FEE). The project is the vision of Jong Lee, a classically trained violinist known for creating daydream-worthy pop, and leans on his classical foundation to build lush soundscapes that transport his listeners. The moniker Peach Luffe was inspired by his love of peaches and the manga One Piece’s main character, Luffy.

Out now, Peach Luffe shares the smooth indie-pop single, “Say It Back”, which features Jong’s soulful vocals and violin prowess layered over jazz-tinged full-band instrumentation. When asked about the inspiration for the track, Jong explains, “Getting into an argument with your significant other before going to bed is always an awful feeling. I personally wanna get it cleared up before sleeping, but sometimes the other person isn’t like that. All I want is, no matter what, we say ‘I love you’ before we head to bed. Even if we hate each other at that moment.”

Peach Luffe started as a solo project in Lee’s bedroom during the pandemic and gradually evolved into a full band, featuring numerous collaborators, as well as Lee’s beloved sidekick, Mango the cat. As a prolific songwriter, Jong has mesmerised listeners with his dreamy, ethereal sounds and lush vocals over a series of releases in just under four years – his first EP ‘Shimmer’ (2020), debut album ‘Everything is Peachy’ (2022), and four other EPs that have seen the singer rapidly grow audiences at home in Toronto, as well as further afield in Southeast Asia.

Peach Luffe’s Top 10 Streaming Markets worldwide now include Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, and Taiwan. Indonesia ranks #1 among his top Instagram followers, and the Philippines ranks #2 among his top TikTok followers.

He has received early support from global tastemakers like CBC, Atwood Magazine, as well as landing the cover of influential playlists like ORG. on Spotify Asia. Spotify also selected him for a billboard in Toronto’s Dundas Square for Asian Heritage Month in May of 2023. His single “Shimmer” has been synced in Korean advertisements and the 2022 film Swearing Jar. Peach Luffe is also a confirmed artist for SXSW 2024.

Pop Icons BTS’ Legendary Concert Movie BTS: Yet to Come Coming Exclusively to Prime Video

 Experience the magic of the global pop icons’ historic concert performed in Busan, South Korea, premiering on Prime Video in the Philippines and more than 240 countries and territories on November 9

Prime Video announced that the concert movie BTS: Yet to Come, will be available on Prime Video in the Philippines and more than 240 countries and territories worldwide starting November 9. BTS: Yet to Come, took place in October 2022, when the seven-member band performed in Busan, South Korea. As a part of Busan’s World Expo 2030 bid, the concert was held at the Asiad Main Stadium with approximately 50,000 people in attendance. BTS features RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook.

The concert film, produced by HYBE, CJ 4DPlex, and Trafalgar Releasing, will include 19 performances of their hit tracks, such as “Dynamite,” “Butter,” “RUN,” “MIC Drop,” “Yet to Come (The Most Beautiful Moment),” and more. Touching speeches, electrifying stages, spectacular fireworks, and more will be palpable as consumers get a concert-like experience through watching BTS: Yet to Come on Prime Video. Prime Video consumers can enjoy the captivating show from anywhere, anytime, and rewatch it on their compatible devices.

“We are thrilled to partner with HYBE in welcoming BTS: Yet to Come to Prime Video,” said David Simonsen, director of Prime Video Southeast Asia. “We know the popularity of high-quality Korean content worldwide and we look forward to delighting consumers around the globe with BTS: Yet to Come. We are excited to see the concert movie and this genre find new audiences from different countries on Prime Video.”

Prime Video customers in the Philippines and 240 countries and territories worldwide will be able to stream BTS: Yet to Come starting November 9.  BTS: Yet to Come joins thousands of other shows and films available on the Prime Video catalogue, such as Linlang, Fit Check: Confessions of an Ukay Queen, Cattleya Killer, Ten Little Mistresses, Walang KaParis, and Deleter. Korean titles such as Jinny’s Kitchen, Island, The Kidnapping Day, The Killing Vote, HeartBeat, Lies Hidden in My Garden, Tale of The Nine Tailed 1938, and, anime hits such as Rurouni Kenshin, on top of award-winning and critically acclaimed Amazon Originals like Gen V, Citadel, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, The Boys, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, and Emmy and Golden Globe winners Fleabag and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Prime Video members are able to watch films and shows anywhere and anytime on hundreds of compatible devices. In the Prime Video app, members can also download episodes on their mobile devices and tablets and watch anywhere offline at no additional cost.  Prime Video is available in the Philippines for just PHP149 per month.

PETA’s “One More Chance the Musical” featuring the music of Ben&Ben coming in 2024

On Sunday evening, after the closing performance of “Walang Aray,” the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) shocked audiences with a surprise performance of Ben&Ben, unveiling the company’s upcoming production, “One More Chance the Musical,” an adaptation of Star Cinema’s cult classic that will feature the music of the massively popular and award-winning Filipino nine-piece band.

The crowd erupted in cheers after lead cast members of “Walang Aray,” Gio Gahol and Marynor Madamesila, who play the lovers Tenyong and Julia, performed a scene from the movie as Popoy and Basha. The iconic lines, “She had me at my worst. You had me at my best” was enough to give clues to PETA’s next production.



The announcement was topped by another jaw-dropping surprise as the set curtains parted, revealing the Ben&Ben band. The audience went wild with their electric performance and sang along with the band’s hit songs, Kathang Isip and Araw-Araw, two of their heartfelt anthems that have defined an entire generation.

In the prime of their youth, the band has maintained a level of cultural relevance that earned its place in the history of contemporary Philippine music. For three years, Ben&Ben has emerged as the most streamed OPM Artist and Group in the Philippines, being the first Filipino act to surpass more than a billion streams.

“One More Chance the Musical” follows PETA’s string of successful jukebox musicals, from the phenomenal hit “Rak of Aegis,” which ran for seven seasons, to the critically acclaimed rap musical “Three Stars and a Sun,” featuring the music of Francis Magalona.

“One More Chance the Musical” is slated to open in April 2024 at the PETA Theater Center.

The Kid LAROI teams up with Jungkook of BTS and Central Cee for new single “Too Much”

After a series of internet-breaking teasers, The Kid LAROI unveils his new single and music video “TOO MUCH” with Jung Kook and Central Cee, out today via Columbia Records and Sony Music Entertainment.

Uniting these stars for the very first time, this unprecedented powerhouse collaboration heralds the arrival of The Kid LAROI’s full-length album, THE FIRST TIME, dropping in November.

Fans can also purchase limited edition TOO MUCH CDs and new merch here.

“TOO MUCH” intertwines three styles, countries, and cultures with The Kid LAROI, Jung Kook out of South Korea, and Central Cee repping the UK. The track’s head-nodding bounce and glowing keys accent the back-and-forth between this trio. The momentum culminates on an instantly catchy chorus, “If we had the chance and the time to spend, would you do it again? Would you do it again? Was it too much?”

Directed by Ramez Silyan, the visual depicts the three on various covers of “TOO MUCH” magazine. Between highly stylized performance vignettes complete with elite choreography, the clip ponders love under the microscope of fame and celebrity obsession. Sharpened by a provocative edge and unshakable melody, it introduces The Kid LAROI’s next season with a bang. Watch the music video here.

Prior to the song’s arrival, Billboard noted its union of “three of the biggest male artists in the new class of 2020s breakout stars,” and UPROXX proclaimed, “The Kid LAROI is going global.”

The Kid LAROI’s “TOO MUCH” featuring Jungkook and Central Cee is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Columbia Records and Sony Music Entertainment.

Boses at Aral --- A Passion-Filled Project Featuring New Pinoy Singers

For the upcoming Boses at Aral concert, Llavore Music Production held a press conference last October 7 at the Lola Ote resto in Quezon City,

Llavore Music Productions led by composer/producer Benz Llavore proudly announced that they are open to newcomers with singing talent. There, they successfully introduced their talents one by one. Many of them are going to sing before a large audience for the first time, and there was a lot of excitement in their eyes.



Boses at Aral will also feature talents in singing by Arc, Carlo, Yen and Daryll Tamayo. The four will headline the show which will be held on October 28 at the Music Museum at 7:00 p.m. directed by John Sandoval.

Some talents performed songs in front of the invited media which were penned by Benz Llavore. They are based on his real experiences that deal with suffering, frustration, survival, and hope in life. He also has a collection of songs that he has written with other people who have inspired him to make music.

Llavore Music production opened the door for newcomers with outstanding singing talents such as JP Morales, Jancy Tamares, Lovern Apa, Senyong T, Jove Evangelio and Rommel Icban.

6th Eddys Set on October 22

The 6th Entertainment Editors' Choice for Movies, also known as The Eddys, will take place on October 22 with an awards show that will be helmed by Eric Quizon, according to the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors.

This year's glamorous annual event honoring the best of the best in Philippine cinema will take place at the EVM Convention Center in Quezon City and will have a delayed telecast on NET 25 on October 28. It will be produced by Airtime Marketing Philippines, which is owned by event producer Tess Celestino-Howard.

The installation of a fresh group of Eddys Icons by SPEEd is a component of the organization's ongoing efforts to honor industry titans whose contributions have strengthened and ensured the creative endurance of filmmaking in the Philippines, will once again be the highlight of the awards ceremony.

The Producer of the Year and Rising Producer of the Year awards, the Joe Quirino and Manny Pichel honors for colleagues in the entertainment media, and the Isah V. Red Award for philanthropy head the list of special awards.

The group SPEEd, whose president is Eugene Asis of People's Journal, is made up of the top tabloid and respected broadsheet entertainment editors in the nation.

Filipino Youtuber Ivana Alawi Not Impressed by Jay Fai?

Actress-vlogger Ivana Alawi just uploaded her new vlog where she visited several foodie destinations in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The Michelin-starred hawker Jay Fai is known for her crab omelet, and it is quite the norm for customers to queue for 8 hours or more, which Ivana and her posse did.

"Pwede na" (it's just alright) was Ivana's comment. She did like the omelet having lots of meat inside. She rated the dish 7/10.

Aside from the famous menu item, they also ordered Tom Yum Soup and Drunken Noodle. Their total bill was 20,950 Thai Baht, which is more than 35,000 in Philippines' currency.

Ivana has always been adventurous when it comes to food, so it's no surprise that for the final part of her video, she and her friend sampled the exotic food, black scorpion, which is also used as a medicine in Thailand. 

Other famous Youtubers who travelled all the way to Thailand to sample Jay Fai's Michelin-approved culinary offerings are Mark Wiens, Khoai Lang Thang, and Khoa Pug.

Reggae Collective CHOCOLATE FACTORY Collaborates With Rap Extraordinaire GLOC-9 On New Single Paglipad

Reggae collective from Pampanga CHOCOLATE FACTORY teamed up with Award Winning rapper and songwriter GLOC-9 on their new powerful, sentimental track Paglipad. In this single, the groups signature jazz infused reggae sound is toned down to showcase their darker, rock flow to match the poignant yet motivating lyrics that accompanies the track.


Paglipad tells a story reminiscent of eight-weight-division Boxing world champion Manny Pacquiaos life, his struggles, and rise to success. The song is a reminder of pushing forward through all obstacles, eventually turning adversity to advantage.

Integrating classic rock, groovy instrumentation with jazz and blues roots, Chocolate Factory is a 5-piece reggae outfit hailing from Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines.

With their high proficiency and mastery in playing their instruments along with undeniable charisma and stage presence, it is the perfect combination to match their dance-infusing anthems. Their original songs “Ilalim”, “Letra”, “Sexy Lady”, ” One Love”, and “Kung Ika”y Akin” became phenomenon and later on being aired to radio stations which resulted to Chocolate Factorys accelerated stardom.

From gig after gig, they manage to win the hearts of the people and continually soar high to reach the goal to become one of the best Musicians in the Country.

Also, Chocolate Factory has achieved numerous awards and nominations as well including :

Awit Awards 2020 Best World Music Recording — Winner “Lord”
Awit Awards 2021 Best World Music Recording — Nominee “Asa ka pa?”
Awit Awards 2022 Best World Music Recording — Nominee “Panaginip (Raga Muffin Girl)”

The action-packed official music video of Paglipad has been visualized and perfected to execution by Arcade Film Factory, and directed by SuperBayani.

Paglipad can now be streamed and downloaded at all digital platforms worldwide including SPOTIFY, Deezer, You Tube Music and Apple Music.

For Chocolate Factorys gig schedule, check out their social media platforms and website for details.

FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateFactoryBand
INSTAGRAM - chocolatefactoryband.official
TIKTOK - chocolatefactoryband
WEBSITE - https://chocolatefactorybandph.com/

SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/album/4REVxKeKQIjVsl80CuV9iN?si=P8nsqbWGTeW5mb6JDAj6Ng

YOUTUBE - https://youtu.be/GxwQfOwBSBo?si=uBnPe5p4W36vzIsA

Joaquin Phoenix is victorious as “Napoleon” in new featurette

The authenticity and passion of Academy Award® winner Joaquin Phoenix is what makes him the perfect Napoleon. From acclaimed director Ridley Scott and starring Phoenix, Napoleon opens in Philippine cinemas November 29. Watch the “Unique Genius of Joaquin Phoenix” in this newly released featurette: 

YouTube: https://youtu.be/t-GzKyT3xO8

About Napoleon

Napoleon is a spectacle-filled action epic that details the checkered rise and fall of the iconic French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, played by Oscar®-winner Joaquin Phoenix. Against a stunning backdrop of large-scale filmmaking orchestrated by legendary director Ridley Scott, the film captures Bonaparte's relentless journey to power through the prism of his addictive, volatile relationship with his one true love, Josephine, showcasing his visionary military and political tactics against some of the most dynamic practical battle sequences ever filmed.

Directed by Ridley Scott, with screenplay by David Scarpa, the action epic is produced by Ridley Scott, Kevin J. Walsh, Mark Huffam and Joaquin Phoenix.

Starring Joaquin Phoenix as the titular character, and Vanessa Kirby. 

Opening in cinemas November 29, Napoleon is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. 

October Korean Dramas Ranked by Order of Importance

The ranking was made considering the track record of the writer, director, and actors.

#1 Evillive (October 14)

Han Dong-Soo (Shin Ha-Kyun) practices law for a living. He chooses a prisoner to visit at random and grabs a case. Although he tends to be sensible and rational most of the time, he has a dark side. He is propelled by something to cross the line and enter the bad world. Han Beom-Jae (Shin Jae-Ha), his younger half-brother, is a musician. Han Dong-soo uses Han Beom-Jae as a case broker, bringing him clients while he is employed at a business selling used computers. Han Beom-Jae discovers Han Dong-Soo's transformation after bringing him a case one day.

Seo Do-Young (Kim Young-Kwang), the second-ranking member of a criminal organization, is a party to that case. He used to play baseball and doesn't look like your typical gangster. He conceals a cruel and unpredictable madness behind his good looks.

Cast: Shin Ka-kyun, Kim Young-kwang, Shin Jae-ha

Written by: Seo-hee, Lee Seung-hoon

Directed by: Kim Jung-min, Kim Seong-min

Watch on: ENA, Genie TV

#2 Strong Girl Nam-soon (October 7)

Kang Nam-Soon's (Lee Yoo-Mi) strength is unmatched. As a little child, she vanished in Mongolia. She travels to Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea, as an adult to look for her parents. Her mother Hwang Geum-Joo (Kim Jung-Eun) is finally introduced to her. Her mother lives in Gangnam and is an affluent woman. Hwang Geum-Joo searched for her daughter after losing her and also made an effort to live a moral life, becoming fixated on doing good things. Hwang Geum-Joo's mother and Kang Nam-Soon's grandmother are both named Gil Joong-Gan (Kim Hae-Sook). Like Kang Nam-Soon, the grandmother and mother likewise were endowed with extraordinary power from birth.

Kang Nam-Soon, her mother Hwang Geum-Joo, and her grandma Gil Joong-Gan somehow become engaged in a Gangnam narcotics case. The three women start collaborating with Detective Kang Hee-Sik (Ong Seong-Wu) on the narcotics case. Detective Kang Hee-Sik attracts Kang Nam-Soon as well.

Cast: Lee Yoo-mi, Kim Jung-Eun, Kim Hae-sook, Ong Seong-Wu, Byeon Woo-seok

Written by Baek Mi-kyung

Directed by Kim Jeong-sik

Watch on: JTBC, Netflix

#3 My Dearest Part 2 (October 13)

Set between January 3, 1637, and February 24, 1637, during the Joseon era, when the Qing invasion caused great hardship for the populace. That's when a love story begins to blossom.

Unknown Lee Jang-Hyun (Namkoong Min) appears out of nowhere in social circles. Although he gives off the impression of being happy, he is not. He is a complex individual with a sinister secret that he is unable to share with anyone. His life is changed when Yoo Gil-Chae (Ahn Eun-Jin) appears in front of him. Yoo Gil-Chae comes from a noble family. She is a stunning woman who exudes confidence. She develops as a person as she goes through the turmoil brought on by the Qing invasion and falls in love with Lee Jang-Hyun.

Cast: Namgoong Min, Ahn Eun-jin, Lee Hak-joo, Lee Da-in

Written by: Hwang Jin-young

Directed by: Kim Sung-yong

Watch on: MBC, Viki

#4 Castaway Diva (October 28)

A bright and upbeat young woman named Seo Mok-Ha (Park Eun-Bin) lived on an island. She had always wanted to be a singer. She made the decision to go to a Seoul audition in pursuit of her dream. She becomes stranded on a desolate island while traveling there. Seo Mok-Ha is rescued from the deserted island after 15 years. She tries to fit into a strange world while maintaining a positive outlook, and she still works toward her goal of becoming a diva.

Cast: Park Eun-bin, Chae Jong-hyeop, Kim Hyo-jin, Cha Hak-yeon, Kim Ju-hoon

Written by: Park Hye-ryun

Directed by: Oh Choong-hwan

Watch on: TVN, TVING

#5 High Cookie (October 23)

People try to escape the quicksand created by a cookie that, with just one bite, fulfills all of their dreams.

At a factory, Choi Soo-Young (Nam Ji-Hyun) performs temporary labor. Her younger sibling, who is three years younger than she is, is cared for by her. Choi Soo-Young needed to start working when she turned 18 in order to help support her family. She quit high school and started a job at a factory. Choi Soo-Young intervenes when her younger sibling gets into trouble due to a homemade cookie.

The best private high school in the nation, Junghan High School, is where Seo Ho-Soo (Choi Hyun-Wook) studies. He is able to succeed despite his parents' meager financial circumstances because of his intelligence and tenacity. His wealthy classmates consider him to be a pushover.

The best admissions consultant is Yoo Sung-Pil (Kim Moo-Yul). To help his students get into the university of their choice, he will use any means necessary, even illegal ones. He is completely covered. He goes to Junghan High School and accepts a consultant position for the entire 3rd grade class, despite not being asked to.

Cast: Nam Ji-hyun, Choi Hyun-wook, Kim Moo-yeol, Jung Da-bin

Written by: Kang Han

Directed by: Song Min-yeop

Watch on: LG U+

#6 Doona! (October 20)

One of the members of an idol girl group was Lee Doo-Na (Bae Suzy). She was the group's lead vocalist and its most well-liked member, but she abruptly announced her retirement. She now resides in a shared home close to a university and rarely leaves the house. Lee Won-Joon (Yang Se-Jong) is a university student in the meantime. He is a kind-hearted, unremarkable young man with no noteworthy past. He starts residing in Lee Doo-Na's shared residence. He comforts Lee Doo-Na with his kind heart. They are drawn to one another.

Cast: Bae Suzy, Yang Se-jong Written by: Jang Yu-ha

Directed by: Lee Jung-hyo

Watch on: Netflix

#7 A Good Day to be a Dog (October 11)

Han Hae-Na (Park Gyu-Young) works as a high school teacher and is a single woman. She appears to lead a typical life, but her family is hiding something. Han Hae-Na'sfamilyhas been cursed for many generations as a result of her ancestor's transgression. When her family kisses someone, they are cursed to turn into dogs for six hours starting at midnight. They then return to their original appearance. Until that person kisses the same person while appearing as a dog, this transformation occurs every night.

Han Hae-Na asks a potential romantic partner not to kiss her when they first meet because of the family curse. The men usually leave her as a result of this. One evening, Han Hae-Na (Cha Eun-Woo), who is intoxicated, unintentionally kisses Jin Seo-Won. Even though they both teach at the same high school, they are not close as coworkers. Han Hae-Na quickly slips into a panic mode and keeps circling Jin Seo-Won in an effort to get a second kiss.

Jin Seo-Won, meanwhile, is terrified of dogs due to an incident that occurred to him when he was a young child. He is a charming teacher with good looks. He is well-liked by the students.

Cast: Park Gyu-young, Cha Eun-woo, Lee Hyun-woo, Yoon Hyun-soo, Kim Yi-kyeong

Written by Baek In-ah

Directed by: Kim Dae-woong

Watch on: ENA, Genie TV

#8 Moon in the Day (October 25)

The biggest star in Korea is Han Joon-O (Kim Young-Dae). With his tall, attractive appearance, he appears to be the ideal person, but he suffers from an inferiority complex. He is a member of Beginning Entertainment, which is run by Han Min-O, his elder brother (On Joo-Wan). One day, Pyo Ye-Jin's characte rKang Young-Hwa, a firefighter, and Han Joon-O participate in a public advertisement. A car accident happens while the advertisement is being filmed. Han Joon-O is rescued from the accident by Kang Young-Hwa. Kang Young-Hwa then starts serving as Han Joon-O'sbodyguard. After the collision, when Han Joon-O awakens, Do Ha's (Kim Young-Dae) vengeful spirit has taken over his body. Do-Ha was a nobleman in Silla who was assassinated by his devoted wife Han Ri-Ta (Pyo Ye-Jin).

Cast: Kim Young-dae, Pyo Ye-jin, On Joo-wan, Jung Woong-in

Written by: Kim Seung-won

Directed by: Pyo Min-soo

Watch on: ENA, Genie TV

#9 The Deal (October 5)

Yoo Seung-Ho's character Lee Joon-Sung was a promising soccer player in high school. His life is now a disaster, and he no longer participates in the sport. He makes the decision to change his ways and embark on a new life. But Song Jae-Hyo (Kim Dong-Hwi), a friend of Lee Joon-Sung's, starts an abduction investigation.

Lee Joon-Sung's high school classmate Song Jae-Hyo is currently a medical student. He is currently going through a personal issue. He abducts Park Min-Woo (Yoo Su-Bin) on a whim in order to get out of trouble and collect one billion won.

Lee Joon-Sung and Song Jae-Hyo attended the same high school as Park Min-Woo, who graduated with them. His wealthy parents only have him. He is abducted on the spur of the moment by Song Jae-Hyo and Lee Joon-Sung.

Cast: Yoo Seung-ho, Kim Dong-hwi, Yoo Su-bin, and Lee Joo-Young

Written by: Hong Jong-seong

Directed by Lee Jung-gon

Watch on: Wavve, Paramount, Viki

#10 The Matchmakers (October 30)

Young Sim Jung-Woo (Ro Woon) is a bright and attractive man. Despite being the youngest person to win first place in the state exam, he was chosen to marry the princess. Suddenly, the princess passed away during their wedding ceremony. Sim Jung-Woo'scircumstanceschanged, making him the most unfortunate person. He is unable to take the government position and cannot get married again, in accordance with Joseon period custom. After that, he starts dating Jung Soon-Deok (Cho Yi-Hyun).

The late husband of Jung Soon-Deok, a widow, was the second son of the first vice-premier. Yeojoo-daek is the alias she uses to live a secret life. She operates as Yeojoo-daek, a matchmaker who also sells accessories and cosmetics for women. She is the most adept matchmaker in Hanyang's capital. Sim Jung-Woo and Jung Soon-Deok get involved with one another and work as matchmakers to arrange marriages for older single people.

Cast: Rowoon, Cho Yi-hyun

Written by: Ha Soo-jin

Directed by: Hwang Seung-gi, Kim Soo-jin

Watch on: KBS2, Viu, Viki