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Johnoy Danao sells the music in first mainstream album
Dubbed as the must-have OPM album of the year, Johnoy Danao’s first mainstream album Samu’t-Sari boasts of songs that tackle love in its different faces. This is Johnoy’s first album under a major record label, and he chose Universal Records to take care of his songs.
“Releasing an album independently was a great experience for me,” admits Johnoy. “But, I realized that working with a label, gives me a chance to reach a wider audience. Limited din kasi talaga pag ikaw lang mag-isa. Kahit anong sipag mo, may hangganan sa maaabot na tenga.”
Johnoy, who has established his own strong following in his years as an independent artist, is proud to be in the Universal Records’ roster of artists, which includes OPM President Ogie Alcasid and Noel Cabangon.
“I had a very pleasant experience working with Universal Records’ resident producer Ito Rapadas when we we were working on last year’s PhilPop album,” says Johnoy when asked why he chose Universal Records to be his first mainstream label. “Plus, I really respect the artists in the roster. They are the people I look up to. I am in good company.”
When asked what the buyers of his album should expect from the album, he quips, “Samu’t-Sari is my way of introducing my music to a wider audience. It is never about me, my face, the visuals. It is all about the music, the voice.”
Johnoy adds, “iba’t-ibang kuwento ang napapaloob sa album na ‘to. Iba’t-ibang tunog rin ang maririnig. Pero, lahat nasa iisang tema ng pag-ibig. Kasama din dito ang mga Beer at Sundo, na parehong paboritong i-request sa akin sa mga gig.”
When asked why, of all OPM songs, he chose Beer and Sundo to be included in the album, he replies, “Ang ganda ng mga kantang ‘to. Ito yung mga kanta na alam mong pinag-isipan. Ito yung kanta na minsan iniisip ko na, ‘sana ako nagsulat nito.’”
Johnoy describes the entire album as easy listening, perfect for sentimental moments or road trips.
Johnoy considers Buntong-hininga and Bakuran two of his favorite cuts from the album.
“Buntong-hininga kasi magaan, maaliwalas, at napapanahon sa init ngayon,” describes Johnoy. “Bakuran (his collaboration with Aiza Seguerra) naman at sumasalamin sa kung paano tayo lahat nagmamahal.”
Johnoy is also happy that his version of the 2013 PhilPop entry Kung Di Man is included in the album. The song, which was interpreted by Ney Dimaculangan in the festival, was 1st runner-up in last year’s PhilPop.
Ikaw At Ako, perhaps the most notable Johnoy Danao song, is also included in the album. The said song was used as theme in one of the episodes of Maalaala Mo Kaya.
Johnoy expressed pride over his Samu’t-Sari album because he added different elements in every song in the album.
He cites, “we used Tuba in Salubong, Bassoon for Malayang Bilanggo… All songs have their own individual highlights.”
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Kim Jones and Neutrogena® team up for beautifully healthy skin
Jones, who recently hosted the official launch of the
skincare brand’s new beauty philosophy, expressed excitement at being part of a
brand she has “loved for years.”
“Neutrogena® is a brand I grew up it,” Jones said. “I’ve been using it
for about 10 years now and to be part of the brand is just a dream come true.”
Born to a half-Filipino and half-Spanish mother and a
British father, Jones was born in the United
Kingdom but grew up in Australia Philippines
According to Ella Reyes-David, senior brand manager for Neutrogena®, Jones “embodies
the personality of the brand.”
Reyes-David added, “The Neutrogena® woman is
naturally beautiful, optimistic and upbeat. Kim is all that, and more, which is
why we’re very happy to have her onboard. As an actual brand user, she
accurately represents the beautifully healthy skin that Neutrogena® advocates.”
Healthy beauty
As an on-cam personality, Jones is often exposed to harsh
lights and heavy layers of make-up. “I tape long hours so you can imagine the
touch-ups. It really takes a toll on my skin,” she said.
To keep her skin healthy, Jones shared that she uses
Neutrogena® Deep Clean™ Cleanser and keeps herself hydrated. On work-free days, the
bubbly social media celebrity also likes to keep it relatively make-up free.
“What I love about Neutrogena® is that it’s very simple, and it’s really beneficial for
your skin. But it should be a complement to more important skincare habits like
drinking a lot of water to stay hydrated,” she said.
“Applying sun screen is really a big part of my skincare
regimen,” she added. “Other than that, I do the normal things like cleansing,
toning and moisturizing. I’m very minimal. I try to keep my skin sort of
exposed so it can breathe.”
For women who aspire for beautifully healthy skin, Kim
advises a balance between finding the right skincare brand and living a healthy
lifestyle. “Skincare is so important but that’s not all of it. Beauty really
does come from within. It will resonate from your personality, your level of
fitness, your health, and even your eating habits. All those should be part of
your overall beauty regimen.”
As part of Neutrogena®’s campaign for beautifully healthy skin, Jones is featured
in three online videos debunking common beauty myths. Visit http://www.youtube.com/user/NeutrogenaPH or log on to https://www.facebook.com/neutrogenaphilippines for information.
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