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Why Karaoke Is at the Heart of Every Gathering My Filipino Family Has Ever Hosted

Karaoke is one of those traditions that's been around for as long as I can remember. In the Philippines, it shows up in barangay (neighborhood) gatherings and even local shops. I' ...
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From 'My Way' to 'Wind Beneath my Wings': Why Filipinos love karaoke

Singing is a form of expression of the body. Music therapy is utilised to help people deal with trauma and stress. Seann Miley Moore, Sheldon Riley and Erica Padilla are the three Filipino-Australians ...
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'We have the drive to perform': Why does karaoke seem like a performance when Filipinos sing?

The competitive nature of karaoke in the Philippines stems from a combination of factors, including a love for music, cultural influences, social expectations, a sense of pride, and the desire for ...
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Karaoke World champ Jan Francis debuts first single

Jan Francis, the Karaoke World Championships (KWC) PH Champion, is capturing the hearts of listeners with his debut single, "You Are The One" and his follow-up release, "Come Back To Me." "You Are The ...