Christian Bautista strives to stretch his artistry

Asia’s romantic bal-ladeer Christian Bautista has made bold moves the past months and engaged in projects that stretched his artistry. Acknowledging the singer’s unparalled dedication to his craft, Ink-All-You-Can continues to support the singer in all his endeavors.

Last Nov. 28, Christian represented the Philippines in the ASEAN-Japan Music Festival - Music For Healing After The Earthquake, which hoped to deliver hope and courage through music to all those affected by the 2011 Tohoku earthquake. The festival held at NHK Hall in Shibuya, Japan was attended by 4,010 people, and was aired over NHK Channel.

The international singer performed his original song “Invincible” and his version of the current hit “Titanium.”

Christian is currently seen on GMA’s “Sunday All Stars” and has just released a special single “Paskong Pilipino,” his collaboration with brothers Jordan and Joshua.

The singer is also set to start work on a new album under Universal Records.

“I am very glad that my endeavors are being supported by brands like Ink-All-You-Can,” says Christian. “It inspires me to continue to hone my craft and to dream bigger dreams.”

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We had a chat with actor Gabby Eigenmann at the Christmas dinner given by PPL Entertainment for members of the entertainment press, and the Enpress Golden Screen TV Awards winner (Best Supporting Actor for “Ang Munting Heredera”) disclosed that he has yet to start a new project for the Kapuso network. He just finished “Mundo Mo’y Akin” that’s why he is taking his sweet time and enjoying the break before he starts on a new soap sometime next year.

He said he didn’t imagine being able to pull off playing a father role to Louise delos Reyes in “Mundo Mo’y Akin.” He was kind of reluctant when he was offered the role, fearing he might be typecast in father roles, in the same way he was typecast in kontrabida roles. But he was given an assurance by GMA that it was a good role and they would take good care of him. Besides, he worked with competent actors like Sunshine Dizon, Angelika Dela Cruz and Jaclyn Jose.

Gabby is thankful that he and the rest of the Eigenmanns in showbiz like Sid Lucero and Andi Eigenmann have made their own mark in showbiz. If before they were referred to as the son of Mark Gil or Gina Alajar, they are proud and happy because they are being recognized for their talent.

“We were able to prove that we can also shine on our own. It is hard to live up to the names of our illustrious parents but we proved ourselves worthy,” he said.

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Acoustic singer-songwriter Wynn Andrada is ready to capture the hearts of Pinoy music lovers worldwide with his first solo album, which he described as “made and filled with love.”

“I put my heart and soul in this album. It’s for everyone who’s in love, longing to be loved, and those who just want to cherish the feeling of special romance. I dedicate it to everyone who has supported me throughout Himig Handog because if not for them my dream of becoming a recording artist would not happen,” said Star Records’ newest acoustic heartthrob, who was among the 12 finalists in ABS-CBN’s songwriting competition “Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs 2013.”

Among the tracks in Wynn’s self-titled album is his Himig Handog song entry “Tamang Panahon,” “Sana Kahit Minsan,” “Ako’y Sa’yo, Ika’y Akin,” “Sa May Bintana,” “Akin Ka Na Lang” and his carrier single “Dito Ka Na Lang sa Puso.” The minus one versions of the tracks are also included in the album.

Wynn’s self-titled album is now available in record bars nationwide. The tracks can also be downloaded via iTunes www.amazon.com, www.mymusicstore.com.ph and www.starmusic.ph