Moymoy Palaboy goes Crazy 4 Crocs

By DJ Mojo Jojo

Magic 89.9 DJs Tony Toni and Grace Lee led a night full of good fun and cheer as Crazy for Crocs, a new campaign in support of the beloved footwear brand, was recently launched with an exclusive party at the Hard Rock Café in Makati. The three-part campaign draws inspiration from the many DIY videos that have gone on to become big hits on the Internet. Fittingly, the launch party featured popular YouTube comedy duo Moymoy Palaboy as special guest performers.

Your Chance to Become an Online Superstar

Moymoy Palaboy has ushered the trend of becoming famous online with crazy homemade videos and this reality can be the same for aspiring comedians, performers and film buffs with the Crazy 4 Crocs video challenge! From broadcasting funny videos from their home computer, this funny pair has now become a household name pursuing their dream of performing, fame and fortune - And now, you can follow in their footsteps!

The first part of the promotion, a competition wherein participants will be performing funny Crocs-themed challenges issued by Magic 89.9’s/Killerbee’s Good Times radio show each week and each month. The crazy videos will then be showcased on the wacky nighttime radio show Boys Night Out with DJ’s Tony Toni, Slick Rick and Sam YG!

Listen to Boys Night Out to win a Honda Jazz and other prizes

“I love how Crazy 4 Crocs involves YouTube videos, which we are all very familiar with and which we all love,” said Tony Toni. “There’s a ton of great prizes to be won, and the challenges themselves are really funny. I would join myself if I could! With Crazy for Crocs, anyone can become a star and win big.”

Participants will have to beat these simple challenges and capture this on video. These videos will then be posted as official entries on www.crazy4crocs.com where visitors can vote for their favorites.

The Crazy for Crocs Grand Raffle meanwhile gives buyers of Crocs products the chance to win a slew of great prizes, including a brand new Honda Jazz for the Grand Prize winner. Finally, Crocs Pick-a-Prize gives in-store customers a chance to win instantly with each purchase.

Boys Night Out & Good Times can be heard weekdays on Magic 89.9 and their provincial Killerbee affiliates nationwide. Or visit the website www.magic899.fm for more details.

Katy Perry and Boys Like Girls come to Manila

While speaking of crazy videos, the pop princess that “Kissed a Girl,” who is known for her wacky fashion sense, and melodramatic (and sometimes controversial) music videos is coming to perform on Philippine shores! It’s Official! All Youth Channels, Inc. bagged the hippest concert of the year: Katy Perry Live in Manila on October 3, 2009 at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. The concert will also feature a special performance from Boys Like Girls! The one-night-only concert is another event under the MTV Philippines Live Concert Series.

Katy Perry rose to fame in 2007 with her Internet hit "Ur So Gay" (a withering kiss-off to a metrosexual ex, a song that even the Queen of Pop, Madonna grew fond of) and later scored in 2008 her breakthrough single "I Kissed a Girl" (a provocative ode to the beauty of women that ruled radio over the summer of 2008). The song became an all-format hit shooting to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 where it stayed put for seven straight weeks and tied The Beatles' Capitol Records record for weeks at No. 1.

On the other hand, Boys Like Girls gained mainstream recognition when they released their self-titled debut album Boys Like Girls. They were the co-headliners with Good Charlotte for the Soundtrack of Your Summer Tour 2008 that toured across the U.S. The group's second studio album Love Drunk, is currently scheduled for a September 8, 2009 release date.

Check them out at the MTV World Stage Live In Malaysia which premieres this September 4, 2009 at 5pm on MTV Philippines. Catch show repeats on Friday, Sept 4 at 530pm; Sunday, Sept 6 at 8pm; Saturday, Sept 12 at 5pm; Wednesday, Sept 23 at 7pm; Thursday and October 1 at 2pm.

For ticket reservations to this one-night-only concert, check out TicketWorld at www.ticketworld.com.ph or call at 891-9999.

Women of Exception & Compassion

TV and radio personality Grace Lee joins other female celebrities in the battle against cervical cancer


By DJ Mojo Jojo

Today's Mojo:lations is all about the celebration of womanhood. From the vision of one woman's love for music translated into a showcase for Filipino talent now known all around the world, to the advocacy of compassionate ladies striving to protect Filipinas from a deadly yet preventable disease, read on to find out more.

Honoring One Woman's Dream

The Philippines’ premier choral group, the Philippine Madrigal Singers, have worked tirelessly over almost five full decades to bring the Filipino’s incomparable choral gift to the world to touch hearts and improve lives through their performances and training of up-and-coming choral talents. On July 27, 2009, they stood both honored and humbled by the recognition of this unique mission as Koichiro Matsuura, Director-General of UNESCO, formally designated the Philippine Madrigal Singers as UNESCO Artists for Peace. This recognition was granted in the presence of Ambassador Rora Navarro-Tolentino, Ambassador to France and Permanent Delegate to UNESCO; Undersecretary for Foreign Affairs Esteban Cunejos Jr. and other members of the Diplomatic Corps, and the Filipino community in Paris. After expressing their gratitude and plans for fulfilling the role of Artists for Peace in an acceptance speech from Choirmaster Mark Anthony Carpio, the Madz delivered a stirring, sterling one-hour concert that reminded all present of their capability and dedication.

These hard-traveling singers, the latest in a long line of proud Madz generations, were brought together in 1963 for the first time by Philippine National Artist for Music, Professor Andrea O. Veneracion. Their name has since become synonymous with peerless vocal skill, performance quality, individual discipline, and musical diversity. The Madz have spent the last few decades winning choral competitions such as the European Grand Prix – widely understood to be the Olympics of the choral circuit, which they have won twice (1997 and 2007) – and reaching out to budding choirs from all corners of the Philippines via the Madz Et Al choral network. The latter has enabled many of these choirs to compete abroad and win, as well as continue the practice of giving back to their own communities. They have been recognized as UNESCO Artists for Peace “in recognition of their efforts to promote dialogue and understanding among peoples in Southeast Asia , their contribution to extend UNESCO’s message of peace and tolerance, and their dedication to the ideals and aims of the Organization.”

Now named UNESCO Artists for Peace for the next two years, the Philippine Madrigal Singers are recognized celebrity advocates charged with the mission of embodying, and raising awareness in, the UNESCO ideals – including collaboration for the promotion of peace, security and fundamental human rights and freedoms – in their respective contexts through their respective means and talents.

Stars join “Brilyante” for Women's Health

In celebration of women’s strength, health and vitality, the Mu Sigma Phi Sorority of the UP College of Medicine is organizing a gala dinner and glamorous fashion presentation dubbed “Brilyante: The Empowered Woman.” Joining their effort are a slew of prominent and compassionate female celebrities ready to advocate their cause.

Gynecologic oncologist Dr. Genara Manuel - Limson, Mu Sigma Phi Sorority ’59 and chair of Brilyante, revealed that cancer of the cervix is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among Filipino women. “It is also the second most common cancer among women, the first being breast cancer. Every year, an estimated 6,000 Filipino women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and more than half of them die of this disease. Five out of 10 Filipino women with cervical cancer will die within five years,” adds Dr. Limson.

The star-studded event promotes a positive outlook and a proactive stance for women faced with this disease. To be held on August 28, 2009 at the NBC Tent in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, this event is both a campaign for awareness on cervical cancer and other diseases caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV, and a fund-raising activity for the benefit of the Cervical Cancer Prevention (CECAP) Network Program and the Service Committee of the Sorority. The theme is also designed to highlight the Sorority’s 75th, or Diamond, anniversary as it continues to expand its shining influence on the health concerns of Filipino women.

“Part of our thrust for women empowerment is our advocacy for cervical cancer awareness and other diseases caused by HPV. We have always dedicated ourselves to championing worthwhile causes – and one of the most pressing medical concerns right now is the issue of cervical cancer among women,” said UP-PGH OB-Gyn Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Angela Rodriguez - Bandola, Mu Sigma Phi Sorority '99 and co-chair of Brilyante.

Brilyante gathers some of the country’s most prominent and promising fashion designers, namely: Delby Bragais, Tina Daniac, Rhett Eala, Jun Escario, Parrish Espiritu Carlos, Veejay Floresca, JM Goulbourn, Oj Hofer, Michelle Lim, Richie Ortega, Randy Ortiz and Philip Rodriguez. In cooperation with the Professional Models Association of the Philippines (PMAP), the designs will be donned by professional models and prominent society members, such as ramp veteran Tweetie de Leon – Gonzalez, model-actress-TV host Angel Jacob, commercial model-TV host-radio disc jockey Grace Lee and Trade Ambassador Mela Bengzon. Also sashaying down the runway are sorority members who are prominent doctors in their chosen fields of medicine, and cancer survivors.

“I decided to join the advocacy because many of my close relatives have battled cancer,” says Grace Lee. “ I know how it can drain a family financially, emotionally and mentally. One way to prevent this from happening is to promote awareness and prevention. Women now have a choice now to protect ourselves from HPV.”

Partnering with the Mu Sigma Phi Sorority in the advocacy is global research-based pharmaceutical company, Merck Sharp and Dohme (MSD), that has been actively promoting awareness about HPV, which is the cause of cervical cancer. Through support of this advocacy, MSD encourages women to help protect themselves and get vaccinated, not only against cervical cancer, but against other HPV-related diseases, such as vaginal cancer, vulvar cancer, and genital warts.

Michael Jackson Tribute on MTV

By DJ Mojo Jojo

For the past few weeks, the world has been mourning the loss of one of history’s greatest musicians and performers. With the body of Michael Jackson finally laid to rest, the media is awash with coverage of the celebrated artist as his friends, family and fans continue to pay their last respects. Touching the lives of many generations, Michael Jackson’s legacy lives on through his music and will certainly shape the pop culture of generations to come.

M.J - HIS Story in Music

MTV pays tribute to Michael Jackson as we turn the spotlights high and bright one last time to the King of Pop! The premier Philippine music channel is celebrating the legendary career of this pop icon off by revisiting the influential and monumental career of the Michael Jackson with over 12-hour special programs, showing some of his never before seen footage on July 12 as we switch to an all-Jackson programming from 9am until 12 midnight. This will be a one time opportunity to finally get a run through of the King of Pop’s Life.


Michael Jackson: His Story in Music Parts 1 to 6 - 9am, The Story of Michael Jackson Parts 1 to 6 – 12 noon, Michael Jackson: The Legend Continues – 3pm

Michael Jackson: An Epic Journey – 430 pm, Michael Jackson: Scream – History in the Making – 5pm, Michael Jackson Changes History – 530 pm, Michael Jackson: Moonwalker – 6 pm, Rockumentary: Michael Jackson – 730 pm

A Celebration of Michael Jackson on MTV (new!) – 8pm, MTV News: A Michael Jackson Tribute Special (new!) – 9pm.

Akon Concert Postponed

Akon fans still have something to celebrate. Due to unforeseen events, Akon’s concert at the Araneta Coliseum (which was supposed to be held last week) has been rescheduled to October 23, 2009 at the same venue.

In its letter dated June 28, 2009, Akon’s management outfit, represented by American Talent Agency Inc. President Matthew Mateo, released to this statement: “Due to unforeseen events, Akon’s Asian tour must be rescheduled including the July 4th show which will now be held on October 23, 2009. Akon extends his sincere apologies to his many great fans in the Philippines and assures you that the postponement could not be helped. Akon will put on a great show for everyone in October.”


ALV Events International, which is producing the Akon concert, wishes to assure all ticketholders that all tickets purchased prior to July 4 and from hereon will be honored on October 23.

John Lloyd is the New Face of Cherry!

I've always been a fan of John Lloyd Cruz! From his boyish smile and plump cheeks that beg to be pinched not to mention his lovable charisma and acting prowess... he is every bit a star. While he's been the topic of showbiz reporters as of late as everyone seems to be in his business, wondering if he's single or not, John Lloyd is still making his rounds about town grinning ear to ear. Well, it looks like John Lloyd has a lot to smile about, especially as the new image model of Cherry Mobile.

Image Model John Lloyd Cruz and Roger Chiu of Cherry Mobile

John Lloyd was recently spotted at the official launch of Cherry Mobile. It was a spectacularly glam event as celebrities, media luminaries, and other beautiful people flocked to Bureau bar in Makati. Cherry Mobile, the newest player in the local mobile communications industry, introduced their new line of fully-featured dual SIM handsets to the public.

Hosts, Jaimee Joaquin and DJ Tony Bueno at Bureau

Hosted by DJ Toni Tony (of Magic 89.9’s Boys Night Out) and beautiful model/TV personality Jaimee Joaquin, the future-themed party turned out to be a sufficiently hot affair, with guests filling up Bureau to its full capacity. Partygoers were treated to a program full of surprises. A fantastic air dance show started the party, leaving the crowd breathless. Stunning Miss Philippines-Earth candidates came to join the party, flashing off their new Cherry Mobile handsets to the delight of the attendees.

 The Miss Earth beauties with Cherry Mobile CEO Maynard Ngu

The moment John Lloyd stepped up to the microphone with Aggie Conopio of Versatile Telecoms (the exclusive distributor of Cherry Mobile), the screams were deafening. When was asked how he felt being chosen as the official endorser of Cherry Mobile, he said that the dual SIM features of the handsets would come in very handy. “I’m very excited about the new line from Cherry Mobile. You can use two SIMs at once, watch TV and listen to music, and the design is very classy. The phones are also very affordable, even with all their features.”

According to John Lloyd, there are four new handsets from Cherry for the public to watch out for: The Cherry D20 Life has all the basic features that cellular phone users love in a Dual Active SIM/ Dual Standby model with a built-in camera. The Cherry D50 Inertia is the “Motion in Action” handset of Cherry- it caters to the active people with its sporty rugged feel. The Cherry M35 Integra is the “Entertainment anytime, anywhere” phone. And the S11 Blade is Cherry Mobile’s fashion handset. The design features a sleek finish and all the needed functions for user’s leisure and entertainment. The best thing about Cherry is that, not only do the units suit every Filipino’s lifestyle, but also suits the Filipino budget as the dual-SIM phones are extremely affordable with models starting at around 3,000 pesos!

When asked by some media about if there was a specific woman in his life that John Lloyd would be calling in the near future with his new mobile phone, the actor just laughed and smiled, thwarting any intrigue in the process.

Amazing Race Duo on the Edge

From dual-SIM phones, today's Mojo:lations goes on to chronicle another dynamic duo, this time in the personalities of Amazing Racers Geoff Rodriguez and Tisha Silang. The pair was spotted with their celebrity friends as they helped get the action off to a blazing start to launch Castrol EDGE, a new line of fully synthetic engine oils that guarantees top performance for your car. Castrol EDGE delivers maximum horsepower and lasts 45% longer than standard engine oils. It also provides optimal thermal stability and maximum engine protection.

 Amazing Racers Geoff Rodriguez and Tisha Silang with Terry Agregado and Herbert Haber of BP

Starting off the night was the special auto show which featured 82 souped-up high-performance tuner vehicles from many of the best car clubs and organizations in Metro Manila, including Team Rage, Accord Tunerz, Girl Racer Club, and others. Partygoers were given the special chance to meet and mingle with celebrity motoring aficionados who joined the celebrations, including actress and former Hot Babe Andrea del Rosario and Jennifer Lee.

 Jennifer Lee at the EDGE celebrity car show

Silang and Rodriguez, who were featured prominently as top three finalists in last year’s The Amazing Race Asia, said they were particularly excited about the car show.

“We’re big car fans so it’s a real treat for us to be here,” said Silang. “Some of the rides we saw at the show were just incredible. We’re really hyped to see the movie as well.”

“Being surrounded by fast cars and hot babes, I'm one lucky guy! I definitely picked up some great ideas for my own car,” added Rodriguez.