There's a new DJ in town

Announcing the arrival of Rimpanzee...

Remus Mark Carballo is Rimpanzee

DJ Rimpanzee

Creatureville at Today x Future featuring Rimpanzee, Cherry X Bomb, Bruce Alrighty

Rimpanzee is a hungry DJ and needs work. For bookings, tweet me. Check out the Twitter gadget on the right side of the screen. Thank you.

Today x Future presents LIPSTICK. All-Girl DJs. All-Female Tunes.

Wednesday, 16 November 2011, 9PM

Featuring:

She&Her (Leah Castañeda & Samantha Nicole)

Lotho Lotho

Monday Maxitronic (Melissa Carballo) & Cherry X-Bomb (Mersi Marrakesh Carballo)

Only at...

Today x Future

31 Cubao X General Romulo Street Cubao, Quezon City – Metro Manila

Catch the debut spin of my lovely sisters Melissa & Mersi Marrakesh. First time to go live on the turntable.

Don’t get stuck at home this Wednesday night. Pucker up!

- Kwento ni Remus Mark

My Halloween 2011 costume

Halloween is just around the corner. With all these parties fast approaching, everyone’s talking about what they will come as. Even I, for the first time, am excited to wear a costume. It’s not yet final but here’s a crazy idea.

My Halloween costume – Yosi Kadiri

What do you think of my Halloween costume?

My sister Mersi Marrakesh is planning to dress up as Nicki Minaj. I wonder if she can pull it off. We’ll see on Saturday.

Here’s a rundown of some of the best Halloween parties in Metro Manila happening this Saturday, 29 October 2011.

THE FUTURE WAS NOW.

Today x Future

31 Cubao X General Romulo Street Cubao, Quezon City – Metro Manila

BIGFISH CREAM HALLOWEEN BALL YEAR 11

World Trade Center

Pasay Road, Pasay City – Metro Manila

REPUBLIQ HALLOWEEN BALL 2011: UNLEASH THE INNER SUPERHERO IN YOU

Republiq Club   

Second Level, Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila, Pasay City – Metro Manila

Which one are you attending?

- Kwento ni Remus Mark

Paul van Dyk Evolution World Tour 2011 Live in Manila

Bigfish brings back Grammy-nominated, globally acclaimed DJ Paul van Dyk (Germany) to Manila for the Evolution World Tour 2011. 

The fun happens tonight, Wednesday (19 October 2011), at 1Esplanade, Manila's stylish venue by the bay. 

Also featuring John Paul Lee & MC Kyle Olsen. See you there!


- Kwento ni Remus Mark

Today x Future: ABSO-FABU-FUTURISTIC-EXPO-Y'AL​L-EDACIOUS

ABSO-FABU-FUTURISTIC-EXPO-Y'AL​L-EDACIOUS

 Today x Future’s 3^rd Anniversary Bash

Celebrating 3 glorious years in 3 days

04-06 August 2011

Cubao X, Metro Manila

Thursday, 04 August 2011

featuring Mike Lavet, Dmaps, DJ Logik, Super Mikki

Friday, 05 August 2011

featuring Badaf Punk, Cha Angel, Gigee, Kill Your Boyfriend

Saturday, 06 August 2011

featuring Caliph8, Brat V, Ha*Beebee, Major Chi, Tof Zapanta, Celdee New Works

I'd like to share some photos taken throughout the 3-day event.

Congratulations to the management and staff of Today x Future on your 3rd anniversary. We look forward to more years of amazing parties.

- Kwento ni Remus Mark

Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank Commercial Premiere

The premiere for the commercial run of the movie “Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank” was held last 02 August 2011 at Cinema 1 of Gateway Mall. Thanks to our friend Francis Simeon, showbiz insider and publicist to the stars, we secured our invites to the event. I already missed previous chances to watch this movie – at CCP and UPFI Film Center; so I couldn’t resist this offer from Francis.

“Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank” is a comedy about the journey of three  young filmmakers towards making their dream movie. It stars Eugene Domingo, JM de Guzman, Kean Cipriano, Cai Cortez, Mercedes Cabral, and Cherry Pie Picache; directed by Marlon Rivera and written by Chris Martinez.

“Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank” was a crowd favorite during the 7th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival. It swept most of the major recognitions during the awards ceremony including:

Audience Choice (New Breed Full-Length Category) – Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank

Best Film (New Breed Full-Length Category) – Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank

Best Director (New Breed Full-Length Category) – Marlon Rivera

Best Actress (New Breed Full-Length Category)  – Eugene Domingo

Best Screenplay (New Breed Full-Length Category) – Chris Martinez

The screenings for “Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank” at UPFI Film Center were sold out within minutes.

The premiere at Gateway Cineplex 10 was star-studded. Celebrities like Sam Milby, Toni Gonzaga, Richard Poon, Tom Rodriguez, and Sebastian Castro were spotted. The cast and production team also graced the affair.

Except for some minor technical problems, the event was a success. “Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank” was entertaining from start to finish. There were several brilliant scenes that made me laugh so hard, including the one with “TV Patrol acting.” This is definitely Eugene Domingo’s best performance to date.

The commercial release of “Ang Bababe Sa Septic Tank” was made possible through Star Cinema.

The girls with Eugene Domingo

Tom Rodriguez

Mersi Marrakesh with JM de Guzman

Mersi Marrakesh with Sam Milby

Remus Mark with JM de Guzman

Sebastian Castro with Remus Mark

- Kwento ni Remus Mark

Incubus Live in Manila - Incubus heats up a rainy Manila night

Incubus Live in Manila

If Not Now, When?

World Tour 2011-2012

Thursday, 28 July 2011, 8PM

Araneta Coliseum

What happens when you bring one of US’ biggest rock bands to Manila? Manila’s rock-thirsty crowd throws their full support, of course. This was the case last night when Incubus performed live in a concert in front of a sold out crowd at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. No amount of rain, not even the Azkals match stopped fans from flocking to the Coliseum to see Incubus.

Local superband Franco opened the event as they performed their hits “Castaway,” “Touch The Sky,” and “Song For The Suspect.” I must say the concert organizers made a good decision in getting Franco to open and I’m sure last night’s concert-goers agree.

Incubus’ set began with the powerful song “Megalomaniac” as the crowd went wild, releasing deafening roars and shouts. In the middle of the opening song lead guitarist Mike Einziger, probably in frustration over technical hitches, slammed his guitar on stage and pushed several amplifiers. Technical assistants immediately rushed to his aid and put everything back in order in no time. The second song “Wish You Were Here” sent the crowd into a jumping, head-banging frenzy.

The band dished hit after hit to an enthusiastic crowd, finally ending with “Nice To Know You.” Vocalist Brandon Boyd, obviously overwhelmed by the support showed by their Filipino fans, knelt onstage as a sign of appreciation. Drummer Jose Pasillas threw his drumsticks into the crowd.

This was Incubus’ third visit to Manila. The second one was over three years ago for their Light Grenades Pacific Rim Tour in March 2008. From the looks of it, Pinoy fans just can’t get enough of Incubus.

I'll upload concert photos and videos later so make sure to drop by again.

- Kwento ni Remus Mark

American Idol Live! Tour 2011 – The Idols are invading Manila

Manila, are you ready for this?

For the first time not one, not two, but all 11 finalist of American Idol Season 10 are coming to Manila for a one-night-only extravaganza. Catch the Idols as they perform your favourite songs from the hit reality show, as well as some of today’s hottest hits including a few original tracks from their individual solo projects.

American Idol Live! Tour 2011

Live in Manila

Tuesday, 20 September 2011, 8PM

Araneta Coliseum

Get ready for our very own Thia Megia together with Casey Abrams, Jacob Lusk, Lauren Alaina, Stefano Langone, Haley Reinhart, Pia Toscano, Paul McDonald, Naima Adedapo, James Durbin and American Idol Season 10 winner Scotty McCreery.

Here are the ticket prices.

VIP – PHP 12,000

Patron A – PHP 11,500

Patron B – PHP 10,000

Lower Box VIP – PHP 7,500

Lower Box Regular – PHP 5,500

Upper Box A – PHP 3,500

Upper Box B – PHP 1,500

General Admission – PHP 700

10% early bird discount is offered for Upper Box A & B only for selling period 20-27 July 2011.

For reservations & inquiries you may visit the nearest TicketNet outlet. Call (02) 911.5555 or visit www.ticketnet.com.ph.

- Kwento ni Remus Mark

Kylie Minogue Live in Manila Aphrodite Tour 2011

Kylie Minogue's Aphrodite Tour in Manila became the biggest concert & dance event of the year. Araneta Coliseum, filled with thousands of Kylie fans, danced and jumped to the beat of Kylie's music. The set and production were brilliant. 

Kylie was lovely and graceful onstage. It was sweet of her to thank her fans in Filipino, saying "Salamat po!" and "Mahal ko kayo!" Kylie was gracious to sing Especially For You which I'm sure she knows will make her Filipino fans kilig. 

Kylie Minogue

Aphrodte Tour 2011

Live in Manila

Tuesday, 05 July 2011, 8PM

Araneta Coliseum

My ticket

Highest ticket category costs PHP 15,840 (over USD 350)

Kylie Minogue Live in Manila Aphrodite Tour - Opening Song Aphrodite 

Kylie Minogue Live in Manila Aphrodite Tour - Spinning Around

Kylie Minogue Live in Manila Aphrodite Tour - Get Outta My Way

Kylie Minogue Live in Manila Aphrodite Tour - I Believe In You

It was a magical night and I feel blessed to have been part of it.

- Kwento ni Remus Mark

India Night at Dusit Thani Manila

I had an amazing night of Indian music and culture with my sister Mersimers last Saturday, 16 July 2011, when we attended India Night - a cultural presentation sponsored by Travelife Magazine in cooperation with the Embassy of India.


Around 400 guests in Ballroom A of Dusit Thani Manila were treated to impressive dance numbers performed by Ranjana Gauhar, a leading exponent of the Indian classical dance, backed by two other Odissi Dancers. 


A three-piece group performed live music of Indian chants blended with sultry sitar-laced melodies.


I had the opportunity to meet new friends from The Subic Shutter Club in the event. Special thanks to Ms. Bernice Qua, Marketing Coordinator of Travelife Magazine.


- Kwento ni Remus Mark