In a time when much of the music landscape feels saturated with repetition, there are still artists who dare to offer something unique and authentic. Enter BASI VIBE, an artist whose music is a refreshing departure from the monotony that often plagues the R&B scene. On November 15th, BASI VIBE released his highly anticipated EP…
Possessing a quiet intensity that draws immediate comparisons to Tinashe and Aaliyah, Kiana V has cemented herself as a rising powerhouse in the music world. Since her debut in 2016, Kiana has garnered over 43 million Spotify streams. That includes hit tracks like “Does She Know,” “Misfits,” “Corners,” and “Safe Place.” With a distinctive sound…
Singer-songwriter, AJ Rafael makes his comeback to the music scene with an unforgettable tour. AJ Rafael took over the House of Blues venue in San Diego, California on September 29th, 2023! The artist visited multiple cities on The TAKE ME BACK Tour and even sold out most of his stops. San Diego sold out their…
EZ Mil (Ezekiel Miller), a Filipino-American artist who just signed to Shady Records, Aftermath Entertainment, and Interscope Records, answered some questions for HypnoticAsia. The artist is a singer, songwriter, rapper and producer who recently joined forces with his ultimate idols as he calls them. Dr. Dre and Eminem sign the talented artist and even collaborate…
We interviewed Eric Ryan, an artist we think you should know! Eric Ryan is a Filipino-Canadian singer-songwriter who recently released his track “Loose”! He defines his music as an experimental style, blending R&B, neo-soul, lo-fi and alternative genres in his music. Eric’s debut single in 2019, “Soleil” ft. Shqdel, includes over 5 million streams. Check…
Shaun Tuazon earned a BA in Theatre Arts from San Diego State University where they studied performance, stage management, & design. Also, Shaun has been in various productions such as In the Heights, MAMA MIA, The Nutcracker, Rent, and more. Currently, Shaun is playing Kuya Mar, Macky, Vinzo, Sean, Tatay, and more in the musical…
Andrea Somera is an actress who got her start with local youth theatre. This was during a production of Pirates of Penzance. Since then, she held numerous roles! Including The Hunchback of Notre Dame (playing Esmeralda), Assassins, & Priscilla Queen of the Desert. She was even in Letters to Eve, and so much more. Andrea even has a…
On June 1st, 2023 at the Constellation Room in Santa Ana, California, Lyn Lapid held her show! Lyn Lapid is an American singer-songwriter of Filipino descent. She gained popularity on TikTok, where she recorded covers of various songs, and teased her debut single, “Producer Man”. Venue: Constellation Room (Santa Ana) For those who have attended…
Alternative pop/soul band of Mercury continue their winning streak with the release of “New Highs”. This is their collaborative single with prolific producer Crazy Donkey. Filipino band of Mercury expressed excitement in working with the talented producer despite the difference in sonic approach. “To be able to work with him with this type of sound…
After gaining recognition in the Southeast Asian region with the release of “Suara Hati,” a reimagining of her 2015 acoustic ballad in Bahasa Indonesia, Filipino singer-songwriter Clara Benin conquers music on her own terms with brand new single “blink”—out on all digital music platforms worldwide via OFFMUTE. On her first original single under the international…
