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Heavy Rotation is the first and only global podcast for Filipino Hip Hop and R&B. Each episode features music by established and up-and-coming Filipino artists around the globe in a 1-hour, weekly show. Presented in a radio format, Heavy Rotation is known for breaking new music, world premieres, and exclusive interviews that tightly focus on the artists and what brought their songs to life. Heavy Rotation is for hip hop and R&B fans, music lovers, new music seekers, and for those who want an alternative to the norm. Together, we cultivate and foster the soundtrack for Filipino Urban Cultural expression. Discover artists like P-Lo, Inigo Pascual, Kiana V., Russ Coson, Nieman, Annie Lux, John Concepcion, Ylona Garcia and over 200 more.
Heavies! Welcome to the 100th episode of Heavy Rotation Filipino Hip Hop and R&B!! What a great way to make a return back to the airwaves. We are extremely thankful for all of you that helped us get here. Getting to 100 episodes is not easy, but it’s because of you and the FIlipino artists we support around the world that we are here today. As you know we took a short break, and for the past 6 months we’ve been rethinking our approach to Heavy Rotation, planning and strategizing, and we have found a new direction for what’s to come. Exciting news coming your way so make sure you stay tuned! On the show you’ll hear new R&B vibes from Orion Song here in San Diego, a new banger by Twellly out in Fairfax Virginia, and a blazin new joint by Nieman in Los Angeles. Plus, your heavy Rotation world premiere is by international superstar Kiana V who continues to shine in her latest release. It’s all coming your way on Heavy Rotation.
We are 1 episode away from our 100th episode since we brought it back in 2019. Today you’re going to hear new R&B vibes from Ashley Mehta out in the Bay Area, a big collab from Philippine artists Tommy Sauce, Max Dylan, King Promdi, Blaze'n Kane, I-Dren Artstrong, Nik Makino, Kid Teppo, Lion-I, and an amazing track by Arthur Nery from Cagayan De Oro, Philippines. Plus later on the show you’ll hear your Heavy Rotation world premiere by a few heavy hitters - Inigo Pascual, Common Kings, and grammy nominated producer DJ Flict bringing you the new summer anthem. It’s all coming up on Heavy Rotation.
Today is Heavy Rotation’s 2-year anniversary show. HR turns 2 since relaunching in 2019. So big up to all you day 1 heavies, all our Filipino artists, and everyone who has supported this show throughout the years! From all of us at Heavy Rotation, thank you and we look forward to many more. On the show you’ll hear new music from Vancity’s Manila Grey, fresh new vibes from our girl Twellly based in Los Angeles, the latest from the beautiful ladies of H3rizon out in Sidney, Australia, and your Heavy Rotation World Premiere by Russ Coson, Pretty Pape$ and Rocky Sandoval bringing you a bangin west coast collab.
What up Heavies, welcome to another edition of Heavy Rotation Filipino Hip Hop and R&B. On the show you’re going to hear new music by Dennis Blaze, Russ Coson, and Mike Darole from Daygo to the Bay, new R&B vibes by Albert Posis also out in San Diego, and the latest by Junior vs DJ Pleez. Your Heavy Rotation World Premiere comes from 2 grammy nominated artists who recently released a brand new album, you’re going to hear the lead single by Guapdad 4000 & !llmind. Tap in!
Hey Heavies, after a 3-month break to refresh and reorganize a few things, we are back! This is our first show of the new year, and it’s a big one. Today on the show you’ll hear new music by the ladies of One Vo1ce, the latest by the Bay Area’s R&B Princess, Kiyomi, and another slap from our dude Pretty Pape$ from Orange County, CA. Plus, your Heavy Rotation world premiere comes from a collab by Vancity’s Manila Grey and James Reid from the Philippines. Tune in and enjoy the show!
Can you believe we are a little less than 3 weeks away from the new year? Crazy how time flies! Today on the show you’re going to hear new music by our girl Kyla Fajardo out in Los Angeles, new R&B vibes by Monré’ from London, UK and a new collab by G Dove and the ladies of One Vo1ce from the Bay Area. Later on the show you will be the first to hear an exclusive Inigo Pascual, Moophs, J Boog and Bimwala remix, and since we are in the thick of the holiday season and a few weeks closer to Christmas, expect to hear some christmas joints throughout the show.
What’s up fam, Heavy Rotation is back and we have big show for you guys today packed with brand new music and exclusives. You’ll hear a new west coast collab between Dennis Blaze from San Diego and Russ Coson from San Jose, CA, Canadian born, R&B singer, songwriter, Aileen De La Cruz based in London UK, and a new slap by P-Lo out in the Bay Area. Lastly, Big up Chillee31 from Virginia Beach VA, Chillee told us on twitch.tv/heavyrotationfm that Heavy Rotation is their weekly goto podcast for discovering Filipino Artists. So gotta show you some love and thank you for listening and supporting the artists we play on the show.
This is Heavy Rotation’s top 10 countdown for November 2020. We’ll be counting down the top 10 songs of the month voted by you by request through our website heavyrotationshow.com and by phone and text at 502-501-HVRN. Last month Kiana V from Manila Philippines held the number 1 spot for 2 months in a row and she’ll defend her title for a 3rd. Coming up after the countdown since it’s a holiday weekend for us here is the States, we are bringing back and debuting the StereoHype mix - Heavy Rotation’s 30 minute mixshow where you can hear all your favorite artists.
We are officially 37 days away from Christmas and 44 days from 2021. What a crazy and chaotic year we’ve had so far. We’ve got a new episode coming your way packed full of bangers. On the show, you’ll hear the brand new single by Jess Connelly, from Sydney Australia, the latest collab from Jay R and Kyla from the Philippines, and a new one by our guy Swizzy Max from Kiel Germany.
Heavy Rotation is coming at you with a brand new episode, and we have a lot of new slaps to hook you up with. Coming up on the show you’ll hear new music from Nadine Lustre from Manila, Philippines, future R&B / Pop vibes by our bro Nieman from Los Angeles, and the soulful sounds by MPG - Melissa Polinar, Passion, and Gabe Bondoc. Plus, we’ll take you to Sydney, Australia for your Heavy Rotation World Premiere by H3rizon.
Welcome to Heavy Rotation’s top 10 Countdown for October 2020. Tonight we will be counting down the top 10 songs of the month voted by request through our website heavyrotationshow.com and by phone and text at 502501HVRN. Kiana V from Manila, Philippines holds the #1 spot for her song “Safe Place”. We’ll see if she can do it again for a second month in a row. As always since this is a big show, we love bringing in guest DJs to help with the countdown. Tonight my special guest makes videos for @buzzfeed she’s a writer, producer, filmmaker and potato enthusiast, Janna Maca is here to talk about her journey working for Buzzfeed, creating TV pilots, and the importance of content, particularly video, in your marketing strategy.
Can you believe we are almost through October! Heavy Rotation is here and we are still celebrating Filipino American History Month. What were some of the cool events you checked out this month? Tonight we’ve got a lot of new slaps to play for you. You’re going to hear new music by our girl Cyra Gwnyth from Amsterdam, Netherlands, soulful vibes by Cameron Calloway from Las Vegas, Nevada, and one of our newest favorites by Ceraadi, out of Los Angeles, California. Plus, for your Heavy Rotation World Premiere we’ll be premiering the brand new Nadine Lustre single!
Brand new music show coming your way on Heavy Rotation. Tonight you are going to hear the latest by R&B singer, songwriter, and producer ANJL from Las Vegas, Nevada, new Hip Hop vibes from Balisong from Phoenix, Arizona, and the brand new soulful joint from Rini from Melbourne, Australia. We’re breaking another exclusive on the show, you’ll hear your Heavy Rotation world premiere by Dennis Blaze ft. Angelynn King from San Diego, California.
It’s the end of the month and that means it’s Heavy Rotation’s top ten countdown for September 2020. We’ll be counting down the top 10 songs of the month voted by you by request through our website heavyrotaitonshow.com and by phone or text at 502-501-HVRN. The Philippines’ King of R&B, Jay R from Quezon City, Philippines holds the number spot for his song “No Pressure”. He will be defending his title for 2 months in a row. Find out if he can do it for a third. Our special guest DJ is an events enthusiast, efficiency nerd, and nonprofit advocate out of the San Francisco Bay Area. She is the founder of Make It Mariko, Pinayista, and the co-founder for UndiscoveredSF; Gina Mariko Rosales drops gems about being creative during “stay in place”, her journey as an entrepreneur, and provides details about Undiscovered X and the Pinayista Summit.
Huge show tonight! On the show you’ll hear the premiere of a brand new international collaboration featuring Eric Bellinger, Inigo Pascual, Sam Concepcion, Moophs, Zee Avi, Vince Nantes off Tarsier Records in the Philippines, Dancehall afrobeats vibes by Ayvee from the Bay Area, and a new R&B joint from Chelle The Brand from Bristol, UK. Plus, you’ll hear your Heavy Rotation World Premiere by our San Diego fam Jesse Barrera and Albert Posis.
Tonight on Heavy Rotation, we’re going to switch things up to bring you our HRL Heavy Rotation Live concert series. We took all the Filipino artists we featured in September and put them all together for one whole episode. Tonight you’ll hear live performances from Phillip Wolf ft. Cam, Zhou and the Noir Movement from Las Vegas, Nevada, Adrian Milanio from Tacoma Washington, Likkle Jordee from Honolulu, Hawaii, and Jessica Louise from Los Angeles, California.
Heavy Rotation is back with a new episode packed with new music by Filipino Artists from around the world. Tonight you’re going to hear fresh new vibes from our girl Olivia Escuyos from Melbourne, Australia, a Heavy Rotation exclusive by 19-year old Jalea Villarama debuting from San Diego, California, and Delly Flay from Staten Island, New York. Your Heavy Rotation World Premiere comes is by our fam Angelouemae from London UK, it’s another Heavy Rotation Exclusive that doesn’t come out until September 22, but you get a chance to hear it before anyone else.
An all new music show is coming your way on Heavy Rotation. That means on this episode we are playing nothing but new music never heard before on the show. You’re going to hear a Heavy Rotation Exclusive by our girl Drea Rose from Los Angeles, California, the latest release by San Francisco-based multi-instrumentalist and singer/songwriter Jenn Clemena, and a new r&B bop from our sis Annie Lux in Manila Philippines. Plus, your heavy rotation world premiere comes out of our hometown San Diego, California - Cedrice will be debuting her new single tonight on the show.
This is Heavy Rotation’s Top Ten Countdown for August 2020. Tonight we’ll be counting down the Top 10 songs of the month voted by you by request through our website heavyrotaitonshow.com and by phone or text at 502-501-HVRN. The Philippines’ King of R&B, Jay R from Quezon City, Philippines holds the number spot for his song “No Pressure”. We’ll see if he can do it again for 2 months in a row. Our special guest DJ is a writer for Weekly Rap Gods, Insomniac Magazine, and Documented Fly Magazine - Hipnotik One from San Francisco, California is in the house. Learn about her Hip Hop roots, her journey as a writer, what her favorite Jordan sneakers are, and a whole lot more.
On this episode of Heavy Rotation you’re going to hear new music from Reckless Escapade and Maruxa Lynd from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ft. Just Matthew from Los Angeles, along with a new west coast collab by Russ Cuson from San Jose, California and Pretty Papes out in Orange County. Special guest R&B Pop artist Tiana Kocher from Los Angeles will be hanging out to talk about her transition from the UK to the US, the journey as an independent artist, and the back stories to her latest releases.
Tonight we’re definitely going to get you all up in your feels. We’ll be playing new music off Paradise Rising’s Semilucent EP featuring Filipino artists Leila Alcasid, Jason Dhakal, and Fern from the Philippines. Also on the show you’ll hear another Heavy Rotation World Premiere by Jess Connelly from Manila, Philippines.
You’re going to love all the new vibes tonight on Heavy Rotation. You’ll hear new music from Kiana V and Massiah off the Semilucent EP curated by Paradising Rising, the new sublabel from 88 Rising that features 5 amazing Filipino artists from the Philippines. You will also hear the latest release from Inigo Pascual from Manila, Philippines and a whole lot more. Tap in!
This is Heavy Rotation’s Top Ten countdown for July 2020. R&B/Pop artist Sam Concepcion from Manila Philippines holds the number spot for “Reload” which was the most requested song last month. He’ll be defending his title tonight and we’ll see if he can do it again. Our special guest DJs are authors of a newly Amazon Best Seller titled “In Her Purpose: 40 Principles of Asian Women Redefining Success on Their Own Terms”. Jennifer Redondo-Marquez and Rose Buado will be in the house talking about their new book and helping countdown the top 10 songs of the month. Plus you’ll hear your Heavy Rotation World Premiere by Swizz Max from Kiel, Germany and your Heavy Rotation Song of the Week by RU AREYOU from Los Angeles, California.
A lot is happening on the show today, and of course we’ve got you hooked up with all new vibes. Today, you’ll hear new music by Zoilo from Sydney, Australia, a new R&B bop by Chrissie Limos from New Jersey, and you’ll hear the latest by Manila Grey from Vancouver, B.C. Canada. Later on the show you’ll hear your Heavy Rotation World Premiere by Andrian Milanio from Tacoma, Washington, and your Heavy rotation Song of the week by Illest.Chill from San Diego, CA.
We are going to vibe tonight. On this episode, you’ll hear some island vibes from Phillip Wolf out of Las Vegas, Nevada, a superb vibey slap from our girl Cyra Gwynth from Amsterdam, Netherlands and the latest release by singer actress Meg Delacy from Los Angeles. Also on the show you’ll hear your Heavy Rotation World Premiere by our guy Gabe Bondoc from the Bay Area, and your Heavy Rotation Song of the Week by Lyla Jett reppin our hometown, San Diego, CA.
Heavy Rotation is back with a new show and tonight we’re bringing you R&B vibes by our girl, singer and actress, Mica Javier from Quezon City, Philippines, a fresh new joint by RYDN from Toronto, Canada who is an artist we discovered on the Philippines #1 live streaming app Kumu, and we’ll drop new hip hop vibes from the homie Young JV from Iloilo Philippines. And because you know we love discovering new artists, your Heavy Rotation World Premiere comes out of Orange County, California, you’ll hear exclusive music by Notkyle. Also on the show, you’ll hear Heavy Rotation’s song of the week voted on our IG @listentohr by Jasmin Nicole from Kapolei, Hawaii.
This is Heavy Rotation’s Top Ten countdown for June 2020. R&B and Soul artist, Cameron Calloway from Las Vegas, Nevada, took home the crown for artist of the month, and will be defending his title against new music coming to the countdown. Our good friend and special guest DJ is beauty pageant queen, Jameelah Bowden from London, UK. She’ll be helping countdown the top 10 songs of the month and talking about turning Filipino Food vegan. Also on the show, you’ll hear Heavy Rotation’s song of the week voted on our IG @listentohr by Raygee from Toronto, Canada.
June is Filipino Heritage month in Canada, and this Saturday is Canada Multiculturalism Day. On this episode we are going to celebrate all our Filipino Canadian artists and play their music throughout the show. Plus, you’ll hear another Heavy Rotation World Premiere by singer and actress Meg Delacy from Los Angeles California. You’ll also hear your Heavy Rotation Song of the Week, voted by you on our IG @listentohr, by Kris Lawrence from Quezon City, Philippines.
On this episode of Heavy Rotation, Charlotte Fabro from Toronto Canada will be making her debut with a brand new chill r&b track. You’ll hear new vibes by our girl Fatima Revne from Bergen Norway who recently dropped a new EP, and you’ll hear the latest by Pau Palacio from Manila, Philippines. Lastly, your Heavy Rotation world premiere is by R&B/Pop/Alternative artist Alex Ritchie from Los Angeles, and you’ll hear Heavy Rotation’s song of the week by Drecat from our hometown San Diego, CA.
A lot of new Filipino artists are making their debut on this episode of Heavy Rotation. You’ll hear new heat from Rhomar Jessy from Atlanta, Georgia, R&B vibes by Reyne from Seattle, Washington, and a brand new slap by Just Matthew from Los Angeles, California. Later on the show you will hear another Heavy Rotation World Premiere by our guy Jeremy Passion from San Francisco, CA Lastly, you’ll hear Heavy Rotation’s Song of the Week by Clarissa Mei from Sydney, Australia voted on Instagram at @listentohr.
This is Heavy Rotation’s Top Ten countdown for May 2020. R&B and Hip Hop artist, Kiyomi has held the crown for the most requested song of the month for the past 3 months and she’ll be defending her title against new music coming to the countdown. Find out and see what happens. Also on the show, you’ll hear Heavy Rotation’s song of the week voted on our IG @listentohr by Pretty Pape$.
You may have remembered our special guest from one of Justin Beiber’s or Sean Kingston’s music videos. You may have heard her on a Nicole Wray track, or from her own originals like "Jealous" or "That’s Me Right There" ft. Kendrick Lamar. You may have seen her perform the national anthems at events like the LA Clippers game, or a Manny Pacquiao fight. R&B recording artist Jasmine V from San Jose, CA will be hanging out with Heavy Rotation and debuting her latest release Lessons. On the show tonight you’ll hear new music from Twelly from Fairfax, Virginia and John Concecpion from Winnipeg, Canada, R&B vibes by Albert Posis from San Diego, CA, and Brian Puspos from Houston, TX. Plus you’ll hear music by our Song of the Week winner Versoul from San Francisco, CA, and a Heavy Rotation World Premiere by August Rigo from Toronto, Canada!
This week Heavy Rotation features new music from R&B/Soul singer Rocky Sandoval from Tacoma, Washington, vibes from Chelle The Brand from Bristol, United Kingdom, and a chill hip hop track by Russell from Toronto, Canada. And if that wasn’t enough, R&B singer/songwriter Jessica Louise from Los Angeles joins the show to talk about an amazing project called the Along Together album, where 40 indie artists from around the globe came together to create a full album all while in self isolation.
Happy Pre-Mother’s Day to all our Mommies out there. Tonight you’ll hear new R&B vibes from Adrian Milanio from Tacoma, Washington, fresh new soul music by Cameron Calloway from Las Vegas, Nevada, and we’ll take it up to Bay for a brand new slap from our bro P-Lo. This episode is stacked with lots of new music from Filipino artists around the globe, and you get to hear it first.
This is Heavy Rotation’s Top Ten countdown for April 2020. For the past 2 months, R&B and Hip Hop artist from Bay, Kiyomi, has been holding down the number 1 spot with her song "The Weekend". Did she make the countdown and will she have the number one song for a third month? Listen to find out! Since this is a big show, we got some help. Former LA Clipper’s Spirit Girl, Kyla Fajardo joins us as our special guest dj. She’ll be counting down the top ten songs of the month, and world premiering her latest single Kodiak Theater.
Cedrice is a R&B and Soul singer, from San Diego, California, known to perform live music around the city, and is currently a contestant on NBC’s The Voice, grindin to win it all. Cedrice shares her experience going through the blind auditions, how she prepares to compete, and overcoming adversity on the show. You will also hear new music from Sin Santos from Melbourne, Australia, Zelijah from Makati, Philippines, and Kim Covert from Cebu City, Philippines.
New Filipino artists debuting on this episode of Heavy Rotation. First, you’ll hear the latest from Youngn Lipz from Sydney, Australia. Then, will bring you up to the bay to hear a Bay Area slap by Lew from Oakland, California. Lastly, you’ll catch a vibe with artist, singer-songwriter, and producer Jesse Barrera from San Diego, California.
This month Heavy Rotation will be celebrating our 1 year anniversary returning to the airwaves. Today, you’ll hear new music from Lara Andallo from Sydney, Australia, I-Dren Armstrong from Boracay, Philippines, and Alysha Sarina from Melbourne, Australia. Plus, your Heavy Rotation World Premiere is a song we broke earlier this week on instagram live. It’s a fresh collab by 2 of our favorite Filipino artists - John Concepcion from Winnipeg, Canada and Nieman from Los Angeles, California.
This is Heavy Rotation’s Top Ten countdown for March 2020. All month long we have been counting the top 10 songs by request on our phone lines at 502-501-HVRN and through our website heavyrotationshow.com. Last Month, R&B and Hip Hop artist from Bay, Kiyomi, locked down the number 1 spot with her song "The Weekend". The big question is can she do it for a second month? You’ll have to listen to find out! Later on the show, we’ll be playing back portions of our first Lockdown Listening Party from our instagram live with Russ Coson! Russ Coson is a producer and "rap singer" from San Jose, California. During the party he debuted his brand new EP Pisces, and you get to hear all the exclusive music first.
The Quarantine continues! Tonight we’ve got a fresh new show special guest is an Soul/R&B singer-songwriter from Manila, Philippines, Miss Ramonne who is known for captivating her audiences with a complete musical experience, taking them for a ride with her infectious song-crafting in the studio and her soulful swagger on stage. Learn how her experience as a contestant on the Voice Philippines and going to a break up empowered her to become the artist she is today. You’ll get a chance to her music and how it relates to the musical wave she’s been riding. Also on the show you’ll hear new music from Ylona Garcia, from Manila, Zaku from Los Angeles, and Jan Marvin from Pittsburg California.
We are now in the new normal - practicing social distancing, self quarantine, and working remote. How are you guys holding up during this lockdown? Starting this Friday we are launching our Lockdown Listening Parties on Instagram Live. You’ll get a chance to meet the artists we play on Heavy Rotation and discover new music. Russ Coson from San Jose, California will be kicking things off so make sure you save the date and join us this Friday at 1pm on instagram.com/listentohr. This week on Heavy Rotation, you’ll hear new R&B vibes from Jamie Boy out of Oxnard, California, a fresh new hip hop slap from Lumikools in Hercules, California, more R&B vibes from Dabu from Orlando, Florida. Plus, your Heavy Rotation World Premiere comes out of our hometown San Diego, California - Dennis Blaze will be making his debut on the show.
Last week, Heavy Rotation was in Sacramento, California for Filipino Roots Night at the Kings vs. Wizards game. Shouts to Roslynn, myxRADIO, myxTV, Kollective Hustle and ABS-CBN for making it all happen. Filipino artists Ruby Ibarra, One Voice, MBNel, Swagpitt, and P-Lo performed throughout the game, and on this episode , you'll hear the songs performed at the event. Also on the show you'll hear new music from SACBxY from Sacramento, our bro Hydroponikz from New York City, New York, and a beautiful song by Annie Lux from Manila, Philippines. Plus, we'll bring you another Heavy Rotation World Premiere by Ru AREYOU from Los Angeles, California.
This is Heavy Rotation’s Top Ten Countdown for February 2020. We’ve got 10 songs voted by your requests through our website heavyrotationshow.com and through our phone lines 502-501-HVRN. When we left off, Inigo Pascual locked in the number one spot, and today, we have a new number 1 and a completely new list of artists on the countdown! DJ Romeo from the Bay Area, California, Ehnara from Los Angeles, California, Kiana V. from Manila, Philippines and more are on this month's countdown. Listen to find out who takes number 1? Later on the show, you'll hear another Heavy Rotation World Premiere by Brian Puspos from Houston, Texas.
This week on Heavy Rotation we're bringing you new Hip Hop vibes from Rocky G and Nuglife from the Bay Area, California, R&B and Pop artist Rocky Sandoval from Tacoma, Washington, and Chrissie Límos from New Jersey / New York. Later on the show, we'll hook you up with another Heavy Rotation World Premiere by R&B and Pop artist Ron Velvet from Los Angeles, California.
Surprise! This is Heavy Rotation Valentine's Day All Slow Jam Show. We put together a playlist of our favorite slow jams by your favorite Filipino artists. On this episode you'll hear new music from Nieman, JQuelz, and Julius Dacasin. Turn down the lights, slow it down. This is the show for slow jam lovers across the globe.
Albert Posis is a Filipino-American R&B singer, songwriter, and musician from San Diego, California. With millions of views on his YouTube Channel, Albert has been able to harness the platform to launch his musical career. On this episode of Heavy Rotation, hear Albert's latest release along with new music from Nieman from Los Angeles, John Concepcion from Winnipeg, Canada, and your Heavy Rotation World Premiere by A-Rushh from Los Angeles, and Uela from Manila, Philippines. Later on the show, Albert and Nieman will be calling into the show to talk about their first ever live show at Soda Bar in San Diego.
It’s been a pretty rough 2 weeks, but Heavy Rotation is back with a new episode. This week, hear new music from Leila Alcasid from Manila, Philippines, K.Cero from West Covina California, Aziatik from London, United Kingdom, and a super vibey world premiere from Olivia Escuyos from Melbourne, Australia.
New Year, New Music! As we kick off the new yeear, R&B and pop songstress Janel Marisse from the Bay Area, California joins Heavy Rotation to talk about how overcoming a past relationship helped cultivate her music and how relocating from the Bay to LA helped improved her focus as an artist. On this episode you will hear new music from Kiyomi from Hayward, California, ANJL from Manila, Philippines and your first Heavy Rotation World Premiere of the year by Kiana V. from Manila, Philippines.
The "Junior vs. DJ Pleez" project is a collaboration between LA-based Artist/Producer, Junior (aka Brian McKnight Jr.), and Matt "DJ Pleez" Villacarte, a Fil-Am DJ & Producer from the San Francisco Bay Area. They join Heavy Rotation to share their story on how a website play catalyst to their collaboration, the importance of taking risks, and insight into their musical journey in creating authentic R&B music. Aside from our exclusive interview, we will be playing tracks from their brand new EP SoulShine, along with new music from Randell and Alfred Jasper from the Philippines.
Nieman is an R&B and Pop singer-songwriter based out of Los Angeles County. With millions of streams on Spotify, Nieman's music captures his unique blend of classic R&B storytelling with an Alt-Pop sound. He joins Heavy Rotation to talk about his brand new single Brutally Honest and his new upcoming project. Nieman also shares insight into his journey as an up-and-coming artist, and the importance of creating "timeless tracks". On this episode of Heavy Rotation, you'll hear new music from James Reid from Manila, Philippines and Zelijah also from the Philippines.
Heavy Rotation’s Top Ten Countdown is back for November 2019. Last month Inigo Pascual took the number 1 spot, but can he do it again for a second month in a row. Manila Grey from Vancouver, B.C., Canada, Angeloumae from London, United Kingdom, and Cyanne from New York City, New York, and more appear on the countdown. Listen to find out who is number 1. Also on the show, your Heavy Rotation World Premiere is by DJ Romeo from the Bay Area, California.
Ceraadi is a R&B and Hip Hop duo originally from Cedar Rapids, Iowa now based in Los Angeles. In our exclusive interview with Emaza and Saiyr, they share their story of picking up and leaving for a new city, performing at Friendship Games, and the importance of authenticity in music. On this episode you will here music off their their debut EP, Ceraadi's Playlist, along with new music from Christian Lloyd from Manila, Philippines, Guapdad 4000 from Oakland, California, and Olivia Escuyos from Melbourne, Australia.
This week's episode of Heavy Rotation is full of heaters. Coming through with new music is R&B and Pop artist Ron Velvet from Los Angeles, California, Raydee from London, United Kingdom, and back with a brand new single, Swizzy Max from Kiel, Germany. R&B and Pop Artist, Nieman from Los Angeles, is back with a really nice track debuting as your Heavy Rotation World Premiere.
This week on Heavy Rotation we start with a few big announcements: 1. We are a few weeks closer to launching myxRADIO on Dashradio.com. If you haven’t heard the news Heavy Rotation will be one of the anchor shows on myxRADIO. It’s an online station that features R&B, Hip Hop, Pop and Dance music from established and up-and-coming artists from around the world. 2. This Monday, Heavy Rotation will be at the Clipper’s game in LA for Filipino Heritage Night. R&B Pop artist Jules Aurora will be singing the National Anthem, Inigo Pascual will be holding down the halftime show, and after the game, you can catch us ball up with P-LO, Kiana V, DJ Icy Ice, DJ Eman, Manila Killa, Dante Basco and more. This episode features brand new music from Apostol from London, United Kingdom, along with the fam Russ Coson from San Jose, California, and Mistah Lefty from Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines. For your Heavy Rotation World Premiere, hear new music by 2 of the baddest women in the game right now, Nadine Lustre and Ruby Ibarra.
Welcome to Heavy Rotation’s Top Ten Countdown for October 2019. We’re counting down the bangers of the month based on your votes and requests through our website heavyrotationshow.com and phones 502-501-HVRN. Last month Ruby Ibarra took the number one spot, and today we have a new number 1, but who is it? Listen to the show to find out. Plus, your Heavy Rotation World Premiere is by Junior vs. DJ Pleez from the Bay to LA.
We are still celebrating Filipino American History Month here on Heavy Rotation, and since this year’s theme is Filipino American Women, our girl and long time friend, award winning R&B and Soul artist Tracy Cruz joins us to talk about overcoming adversity in her journey with music, the effects of listening to sad slow jams, and the concept behind her EP trilogy Heartifacts. This episode also features new music from Filipino-Canadian R&B and Pop artist Thea Cruz from Montreal Quebec, Canada, 16-year old singer/songwriter JZMN from the San Jose, California, and Hip Hop artist Casta Troy from Vancouver, B.C. Canada. Miss Ramonne from Manila, Philippines, is back with a powerful R&B track for your Heavy Rotation World Premiere.
Hip Hop artist Rae Rosero from Milpitas, California is back with new music on Heavy Rotation along with new releases by Hip Hop MC Drecat from San Diego, California, and R&B singer and actress, Mica Javier from Manlia, Philippines. Plus, your Heavy Rotation World Premiere is by our fam in New York, Filipino-Canadian R&B / Pop artist, Cyanne.
Today is the debut and the return of Heavy Rotation’s Top Ten Countdown! We are counting down the hottest tracks of the month based on your votes and requests through our website www.heavyrotationshow.com and through our phone lines at 502-501-HVRN. The countdown features Filipino artists Yung Rizzo, Janel Marisse, John Concepcion and more. Listen to hear who made the countdown.
This week we celebrated the birthdays of a few of our favorite Heavy Rotation artists - Jessica Louise, Cyanne, M_Boogs, Inigo Pascual, and DannieBoi. On the show, we feature new boom bap flav from Gifted Youngstaz from Seattle, Washington, smooth R&B vibes from Kris Lawrence from Manila, Philippines, and Teö from the Cayman Islands.
Calling in from Brooklyn, New York, Rich Tu, artist, designer, podcaster and Vice President of Digital Design for MTV, VH1, CMT, and Logo, joins Heavy Rotation to about his First Gen Kicks he designed for the Nike By You Cultivator Project. Rich also shares his story in finding his path as a designer, tips on following your passion, and the importance of his First Gen Burden Podcast - a series of conversations with immigrants the children of immigrants. Also on show, you will hear new music from the Ylona Garcia from Manila, Philippines and Maruxa Lynd from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Today is kind of a momumental show for us because we’re celebrating our 20th episode (technically 40th) since we relaunched! To celebrate, we're hooking you up with new music from Hip Hop and R&B artist XperiencingLife out of Vallejo and Antioch, California, Jetter from Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines, and making his debut on Heavy Rotation, Menon from Dubai UAE! Plus, your Heavy Rotation World Premiere comes from the Philippines and it’s by our bro, the Philippines’ King of R&B, Jay R.
Cheesa is a Filipina-American R&B/Pop singer and songwriter from Los Angeles, California known for her 2012 run on NBC's The Voice, in which she was chosen by Cee Lo Green, mentored by Babyface, and made it to the Quarter-Finals. Since The Voice. On this episode hear music from Cheesa debut album, Naked, Romaliza from Long Beach, California, and Angeloumae from London, United Kingdom. For your Heavy Rotation World Premiere, hear an exclusive Hip Hop track by Sadrhy, Mr. King Spade, and Yamiboi from Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines.
This week on Heavy Rotation Filipino Hip Hop and R&B, we're going to take you back with some classic Bambu. Later on the show you will hear new music from Hip Hop artist and producer sKarm from Pasig City, Philippines, Aero. from Bacolod City, Philippines, and Lani Lux from New Jersey. Born in Hawaii, and raised in Jersey, Lani Lux's interest for music grew when she was a kid thanks to her parents who always played 80’s pop artists such as Whitney Houston to Chaka Demus & Pliers. Her latest single "We Go Beach" is a reflection of her commitment to staying true to her island, care-free roots, while her chill, angelic voice bridges the gap between her own style of genres such as “seductive trap”, “indie & R&b”, and “ghetto pop”.
It’s the World Premiere show on Heavy Rotation, Filipino hip hop and R&B. This week we're playing all the songs we’ve World Premiered since our relaunch back in April 2019. On this episode you'll hear music by Junior vs DJ Pleez, Swizzy Max, One Vo1ce, and more - music you heard first on Heavy Rotation! Plus, International R&B singer, songwriter and superstar, Inigo Pascual will be calling in to talk about his journey crossing over to US Mainstream radio. He will be sharing a few of his latest release, and talking about his goal of getting Tagalog at the grammies.
Our good friend, R&B / Pop artist, singer and songwriter, Czarina, from Melbourne Australia calls Heavy Rotation to talk about her brand new album "Stars". Czarina shares some insights about her musical journey, tips on doing music full-time while being a full-time mom, and how writing her new album allowed her to grieve her mother's passing. On the show, you'll hear brand new music from Czarina's new album "Stars", M_Boogs out of West Covina, California, The Foundation featuring Ver5e from the Bay Area, California, and more.
R&B songstress, Shaina Rae from New York City, New Yorks joins Heavy Rotation as this week's special guest to talk about her move to Los Angeles from New York and life in a new city, the importance of building a community as an up-and-coming artist and shares the back stories to her latests singles. On this episode of Heavy Rotation, you'll hear new music by Rymeezee from San Francisco, California and Shane Anja from Manila, Philippines. Plus, hear this week's Heavy Rotation World Premiere by Inigo Pascual from Manila, Philippines.
A-Rushh is a Hip Hop artist and MC from Los Angeles, California and joins Heavy Rotation to shares some of his latest music and to talk about his ambitions as an artist, what it means to "Have Hope", and how the loss of a sibling has guided his music. You'll also hear new joints by Arianna Bernas from Philadelphia, Lani Lux from New Jersey, and Karin Melón from Oslo, Norway. Swizzy Max from Kiel, Germany is back with a brand new song debuting as Heavy Rotation's World Premiere.
Breaking new music first, on this episode of Heavy Rotation you'll hear brand new music from John Concepcion from Winnipeg, Canada, Inigo Pascual from Manila, Philippines, and island vibes by Ver5e from San Jose, California. Plus, your Heavy Rotation World Premiere this week is the latest single by R&B / Pop artist Jessica Louise from Los Angeles, California.
Heavy Rotation Filipino Hip Hop and R&B is back with a new episode and this week you'll hear brand new music from Rey Resurreccion of San Jose, California, JanMarvin from Pittsburg, California, xPeriencingLife from Daly City, California and another Heavy Rotation World Premiere from R&B group One Vo1ce from Vallejo, California. Listen to their debut single first on Heavy Rotation.
Have you ever wonder what goes on in the mind of a music producer? On this episode of Heavy Rotation we are going to put 4 of the dopest producers to the test - Introducing Heavy Rotation’s first ever Beat Challenge: 1 sample, 4 producers, and challenge them to remix the sample, or create something entirely new. Up for the challenge is KyleNBeats from Los Angeles, California, Remshot from San Diego California, DiskoDave from Virginia Beach, Virginia and Dex Beats from the Bay Area, California. e sure to listen and hear what they come up with. Also on the show, hear new music by Filipino artists Klassy from Los Angeles, California, Alex Ritchie also from Los Angeles, and Jetter from Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines.
This week on Heavy Rotation, hear new music from one of the baddest MCs on the planet, Ruby Ibarra from San Lorenzo, California, Angelo from Manila Philippines, and Jehzan Exclusive from Honolulu, Hawaii. Hip Hop duo Flipgang from New Zealand debuts as this week's Heavy Rotation World Premiere.
It’s officially summer here and the States and Heavy Rotation has a big announcement - We’ve teamed up with MYX TV, Soul Hungry, and Barkada Hollywood to bring you Barkada Boogie on the last Friday of the month in Los Angeles! Droppin' beats its Grace KTown, Allen Henyo, Aura, and Lonely Waves. See L=live performances by Shaina Rae, K.Cero and Jeff Bernat! Portions of the proceeds will go toward school supplies and necessities for underprivileged children in the Philippines. So if you are in LA this Friday we hope to see you there! This week on Heavy Rotation, hear new music from Elijvh from Moreno Valley, California, Russ Coson from San Jose, California, and making her debut on Heavy Rotation, Cheryl Tugade from Singapore. Plus, hear another Heavy Rotation world premiere by K.Cero from West Covina, California.
Happy Belated Father's Day to all the fathers out there! As summer gets closer things are about to get turnt up. This week we bring you fire from Kiana V of Manila, Philippines, MC Zuko from Los Angeles, California, Rapp from the Philippines, and a Heavy Rotation World Premiere by Marv featuring Knowa Lazarus and Aika Zabala.
On this episode of Heavy Rotation, we are getting ready for Philippines Independence Day - the day the Philippines gained independence from Spain in 1898. (Happy Philippines Independence Day to all Filipinos around the world.) You'll hear new music from Hip Hop and R&B artist Stephanie Lhui from Cebu, Philippines, Vinsint from Winnipeg, Canada, and Fatima Revne from Bergen, Norway. You will also hear another Heavy Rotation World Premiere from Hip Hop artist and producer Yung Rizzo from San Jose, California. along with details about the first annual Filipino Hip Hop and R&B State of the Union Address.
Getting you ready for the summer, Heavy Rotation is back with a new episode featuring new heaters from Swizzy Max from Kiel, Germany, Junior vs. DJ Pleez representing the Bay to LA, and making their debut on Heavy Rotation is Drey with producer Yamiboi from Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines. This episode also features a Heavy Rotation World Premiere by Markus, Inigo Pascual, Kyler, and Moophs - the first ever Tarsier Records family track.
On this Memorial Day Weekend episode, hear new music by R&B artist Aayla from Atlanta, Georgia, Felichi and Mat Olavides from Pasig City, Philippines, and Uela from Manila, Philippines. This week's Heavy Rotation World Premiere is a smooth, vibey R&B track by Janel Marisse from the Bay Area, California.
Heavy Rotation brings you an all Hip Hop episode for Hip Hop Appreciation Week. On this week's episode, we'll take you on a short journey through the contributions Filipino Artists have made in Hip Hop. DJ Shortkut of the Invisibl Skratch Piklz and Beat Junkies, DJ Kuttin Kandi of the 5th Platoon, and Beatbox champ, MC Zani from London are all here to shed light on Filipino and Hip Hop culture. In addition, you'll hear new music by K!mmortal from Vancouver, B.C. Canada, Prometheus Brown from Seattle, Washington, and GFAB from Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines.
We're celebrating Mother's Day on this week's show. Happy Belated Mother's Day to all the moms out there! On this episode of Heavy Rotation we're excited to bring you new music from Karin Melón from Oslo, Norway, A-Rushh and Cuja both representing Los Angeles, and a Heavy Rotation World Premiere by Ian Santillano from Hayward, Calfornia. Plus on the show, hear about the "Funniest thing your mom did to you in public."
New on Heavy Rotation this week - hear music from producer and artist Vince Lucero from Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines, Frocious from New York City, New York, Rude Nala from Vancouver, B.C. Canada and more. Hip Hop and R&B producer and artist Swizzy Max from Kiel, Germany, debuts as this week's Heavy Rotation's World Premiere with a new vibey track you'll hear first.
This week on Heavy Rotation - Filipino Hip Hop and R&B, hear new music from Cloud King from Queen City, Cebu, Philippines, Caitlin from New Jersey, and Rozen from Los Angeles, California. R&B artists John Concepcion and Vinsint from Winnipeg, Canada also debut on the show as your Heavy Rotation World Premiere. Heavy Rotation also announces our syndication partnership with Traklife Radio. Now you can listen to Heavy Rotation on Traklife Radio every Friday at 4pm PST / 7pm EST.
After a 10+ year break, Heavy Rotation - Filipino Hip Hop and R&B returns to the airwaves featuring new music by Filipino artists Kiana V. - from Manila, Philippines, Miss Ramonne, from Manila, Philippines, and Shaina Rae from New York City, New York. Plus, hear a Heavy Rotation World Premiere from R&B artist Brian McKnight Jr. and DJ Pleez (Junior vs. DJ Pleez) before anyone else.