Irish D--- Young Ilonggo Diva in the making!

2012-01-30T10:36:00.000-08:00

Ilongga Divas release first single “SAY”

As a pop trio of unique voices and talents, Ilonggo pop songstress Sheila Barrios, Irish D. And Cherry Callao known as Ilongga Divas finally released their first group single online titled “SAY.” These three artists under RSLPhoenix Music that will now have its own Cable TV show titled “RSLPhoenix MTV” aired at Tatak Ilonggo Channel 41 of Skycable Iloilo will soon shoot an official music video of the song. “SAY” is co-written by RSLPhoenix with the help of the three Ilongga Divas who mesmerized young Ilonggos with their hit singles in FM radio, online and bluetooth-sharing cellphones. For half a year, Sheila, Cherry and Irish toured different places in Iloilo and Bacolod to promote their passion for Ilonggo music. Now, with their very own first single written in English lyrics, these young divas showed their full potential in music. Sheila and Irish are also the two VJs of RSLPhoenix MTV. The song is soulfully written to inspire young people to believe in falling in love and moving on. With “SAY,” they wanted to try new style of songs written in English. The song is included in the repackaged version of “Ilonggo POP Infinity,” the compilation CD album of RSLPhoenix Music released independently. Currently the song is played exclusively at Campus Radio Bacolod and will soon be promoted in other FM stations in Iloilo and Bacolod.

View and “like” SAY at youtube and facebook, Ilonggo pop music is surely here to stay with the Ilongga Divas.

2012-01-26T04:03:00.000-08:00

Irish @ RSLPhoenix MTV launching at Iloilo Capitol Grounds

Ilonggo music artists has a new venue to promote and harness their talents through RSLPhoenix MTV, the first of its kind music TV show to be aired at Tatak Ilonggo channel 41 of Skycable-Iloilo. The show was successfully launched last January 21, 2012, 6 p.m. at Iloilo Provincial Capitol Grounds through a mini-concert featuring rising Ilonggo artists such as Ilongga Divas- Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Cherry Callao, solo rapper Ezzy, rap groups Mix Ilonggo Crew (M.I.C. Muzik) and SYK Unit. Cindy Bernardo and Edz Callao are two of the newest Ilonggo artists introduced in the event and performed their first singles. Manila-based guest artist, Hamir of B.S. Thugs performed his original songs with M.I.C. Muzik. Their finale song is the live performance of Iloilo River Festival themesong “Aton Manggad” led by the Ilonggo Divas. The artists also launched the repackaged compilation CD album “Ilonggo Pop Infinity” containing 17 fresh Ilonggo tracks produced by RSLPhoenix Music.

The TV show’s resident VJs- Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Ernie Brito hosted the launching event. The event will be the show’s first episode to be aired anytime this week at Tatak Ilonggo Channel 41 and uploaded in its youtube channel. Expect to see innovative music videos, songs and special guest artists in RSLPhoenix MTV that aims to strengthen and popularized world-class Ilonggo artists and performers. Visit and “like” their fanpage at www.facebook.com/rslphoenix.

The event was presented by Tatak Ilonggo Channel 41, 8finity Magazine and SMART. Co-presented by 8finity Events and Productions, Hon. Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog and the Iloilo City Government, Hon. Vice Mayor Joe III Espinosa, Hon. Governor Arthur Defensor and the Iloilo Provincial Government, Hon. Congressman Jerry P. Treňas, The Provincial Office for Culture, Arts, History and Tourism, Hon. Board Member Jett Rojas, Atty. Suzette Alquizada (President, Councilors’ League of Iloilo), Engr. Arthur Deala (Vice President, Central Santos Lopez, Inc.), Natividad Realty, Beauty Dynamics Facial Care Center, GDR Taxi, Donarose Ratilla, Floyd’s BBQ, Captain Dad’s Resto, Deala Surveying Office and Pacific Ads Printer. Official media partner is The News Today.

2012-01-25T05:14:00.000-08:00

Ilonggo VJ Irish D.

Ilonggo pop singer, Irish D. popular for her Ilonggo song “Ikaw” is now embracing a new image as one of the Ilonggo VJs of RSLPhoenix MTV, the first Ilonggo music show set to be aired at Tatak Ilonggo Channel 41 of Skycable Iloilo. VJ Irish together with Sheila Barrios and Ernie Brito who are both Ilonggo music artists will host the 30-minute music show dedicated to promote Ilonggo artists with their music videos. With a bubbly personality and talent in hosting, Irish D. will make waves not only as a local pop artist in Western Visayas but also as a versatile host and VJ of the music show. Episodes of the show will also be uploaded in youtube very soon. Irish is excited to be a part of RSLPhoenix MTV who first gave her the break when they recorded and released her first single “Ikaw” back in 2010. Unexpectedly, her song released as an independent single through an indie management team of RSLPhoenix Music became a hit as far as Bacolod, Negros and other provinces in Panay.

VJ Irish will be hosting the show with a lot of surprises and fun every week. Catch RSLPhoenix MTV weekly at Tatak Ilonggo channel 41 of Skycable Iloilo. For those who can’t watch the Cable TV telecast, they can check out the official youtube channel of RSLPhoenix MTV very soon. Check out and like the show’s fanpage at www.facebook.com/rslphoenix for more updates and their next live gigs.

2011-12-19T06:11:00.001-08:00

Irish and Ilongga Divas @ Oton Plaza

The Ilongga Divas- Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Cherry Callao recently performed their Ilonggo songs "Ginpalangga," "Ikaw", "Kasubo" and their upcoming English group single "SAY"at Oton Plaza together Ilonggo rap group SYK Unit last Dec. 17, 2011, 7PM. The show was part of the Christmas food festival event in the town of Oton in Iloilo.

2011-12-19T06:05:00.001-08:00

Irish @ The Champions Back 2 Back

RSLPhoenix music artists took part in the production team of The Champions Back 2 Back concert under 8finity Events and Production
last Dec. 7, 2011 at CPU Gym. The concert gathered the country's most sensational singers, Jovit Baldivino, Marcelito Pomoy of Pilipinas Got Talent season 1/2 grand winners, Asia's Diamond Soul Siren Nina and special guest Ryan Bang. Sheila and the rest of RSLPhoenix artists Irish D., Cherry Callao, Ezzy, Cindy Bernardo and Edz Callao with MIC Muzik's Zpinx Angel and 5 Shots we're part of the production team who accompanied the artists from their arrival in the airport, press conference and until the concert in the evening. They enjoyed the spectacular concert from the country's top-notch singers. The event is presented and organized by 8finity Events and Production who also produced their September 2011 show "Sarap Magbago Ilonggo" at Plazuela de Iloilo.

2011-11-27T06:15:00.000-08:00

Irish D. with Ilongga Divas @ 8finity Magazine Launching

Ilonggo pop singer Irish D. with Ilongga Divas Sheila Barrios and Cherry Callao performed their first group single "SAY" at 8finity Magazine launching last Nov. 27, 5PM at SM City Iloilo Events Centre. The event also featured a special performance by Jun Ross Dio of Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2 and a fashion show by Bo Parcon with Ilonggo fashion models. 8finity Dance Crew opened the event with a lively dance number. 8finity Magazine is the official publication of 8finity Events and Production that organized the upcoming "the Champions Back 2 Back" concert of Jovit Baldivino, Marcelito Pomoy, Nina and special guest Ryan Bang on dec. 7, 7PM at CPU Gym.

"SAY" the first single of Ilongga Divas will be released online and selected FM radio stations in Iloilo and Bacolod in this December 2011 together with Irish's newest upcoming single "Pano Na."

2011-11-01T07:31:00.000-07:00

Irish D. live @ Ilonggo Music Night in Guimaras

Ilonggo pop artist, Irish is one of the brightest Ilonggo performers who entertained the crowd at Ilonggo Music Night held in Morobuan, Jordan, Guimaras last Oct. 23, 2011. The show started at 7PM with Ilonggo Pop Idol singing contest wherein the winner will become their guest artist in their next show. It was followed by the full mini concert of Ilonggo artists such as Reyn Callao, Sheila Barrios, Ezzy, Zpinx Angel and more. Irish performed her solo singles "Ikaw" and "Pano Na." She also sang Iloilo River theme song "Aton Manggad" and their Ilongga Diva first single "Say" with Sheila Barrios. The event was part of the week-long Fiesta celebration of Morobuan in Jordan, Guimaras.

2011-10-26T23:04:00.000-07:00

Irish D. @ Ilonggo Music Night

Ilongga pop singer, Irish D. is one of the featured artists set to perform in a mini-concert entitled "Ilonggo Music Night" last October 23, 2011, 7PM held at Morobuan Public Plaza in Jordan, Guimaras. Irish D., an exclusive RSLPhoenix Music artist will perform her singles “Ikaw” and “Pano Na.” She will also perform their Ilongga Divas first single “SAY” wqith Sheila Barrios and Iloilo River song “Atn Manggad.”

2011-10-15T06:38:00.000-07:00

Irish D. performs @ Bays Center, Bacolod City

Ilongga Diva, Irish D. recently performed and mesmerized the audience at Critical Breakdown 11th Anniversary Hip-hop event last October 8, 2011 at Bays Center, Bacolod City. The semi-national event is a gathering of Hip-hop artists, performers, dancers and enthusiasts who came to Bacolod City not only to celebrate the Masskara Festival week but to take part in this special event for unity, artistic collaboration and friendship. There were B-boy and B-girl dance contests, graffiti art contest, freestyle rap battle, dance showdown (the biggest highlight of the event with 23 dynamic dance groups performed onstage) and also the live performances of the biggest Ilonggo music artists. Manila-based rapper Mike Kosa was the special guest artists of the event with performances by 6100 crew, Zaril, SYK Unit, Bacolod Souljazz, Ilongga Divas Irish D. and Sheila Barrios. Irish a mash-up of her two Ilonggo singles “Ikaw” and “Pano Na” onstage which was well-received by the audience for her flawless performance. Her song “Ikaw” is now playing in selected FM stations in Bacolod City to be followed soon by her second single. After the smashing event, Irish with fellow Ilongga Diva, Sheila Barrios proceeded to Fusion Superclub for the after party with the production staff, performers and guests.

2011-10-15T06:23:00.000-07:00

Irish D. Mini-Radio Tour in Bacolod City

Ilonggo pop singer, Irish D. together with fellow Ilongga Diva, Sheila Barrios recently has a mini-radio tour in Bacolod City, a day before their live performance at Bays Center last October 8, 2011. Around 4PM, Irish and Sheila arrived in Bacolod City and proceeded to Love Radio 91.1 Bacolod for an on-air interview with the DJs. There were thrilled to have talented Ilongga singers sharing their music to everyone in Bacolod and Negros. They were also asked to perform samples of their songs on-air. Then, they moved on to Campus Radio Bacolod where they were greeted and entertained by DJ Papa Janno. Sheila and Irish were asked about their musical influence, love life and many others things.

Sheila and Irish were invited to perform their songs at Critical Breakdown 11^th Anniversary the next day at Bays Center, Bacolod City wherein thousands of Hip-hop artists, performers, dancers and enthusiasts gathered for friendship and unity. They were front act artists for popular Manila rapper Mike Kosa.

2011-09-10T05:03:00.000-07:00

Ilongga Divas performs Exclusive Pepsi Song

Ilongga Divas Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Cherry Callao performed an exclusive Pepsi song simultaneous with a Fashion Show of Red Logo at Plazuela de Iloilo last August 27, 2011. The event entitled "Sarap Magbago Ilonggo" is produced by 8Finity Events to highlight the best of Ilonggo talents.

2011-09-10T04:57:00.000-07:00

Ilongga Divas launch First Single "SAY"

Ilongga Divas, the newest local pop group trio of Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Cherry Callao managed by RSLPhoenix Music recently launched and performed their first ever single "SAY." The song is co-written by the singers with RSLPhoenix set to be released in FM station soon in Iloilo and Bacolod City. They performed the song last August 27, 2011 at Plazuela de Iloilo for Sarap Magbago Ilonggo concert with other Ilonggo artists.

2011-08-29T01:34:00.000-07:00

Irish D. performs new single @ Plazuela de Iloilo

Young Ilongga Diva, Irish D. performed her second single “Pano Na” live at Plazuela de Iloilo for Sarap Magbago Ilonggo, a gathering of the best Ilonggo recording artists, band and a fashion show by RED LOGO. The event happened in the evening of August 27, 2011 at the car park area of the mall. Irish also performed songs and their first group single entitled “Say” with her fellow Ilonggo Divas Sheila Barrios and Cherry Callao. She also sang her first single “Ikaw” that will soon have an online music video. The event is organized by 8Finity Events in partnership with Pepsi, Captain Dad’s Resto, San Miguel Beer and RSLPhoenix Music.

2011-08-28T21:26:00.000-07:00

Irish D. live @ Plazuela de Iloilo

Ilonggo pop artist and now one of the Ilongga Divas, Irish D. recently shines at “Sarap Magbago Ilonggo,” an all-Ilonggo concert and fashion last August 27, 2011, 7PM onwards at Plazuela de Iloilo. Irish D. together with her fellow i-Divas performed an exclusive Pepsi song that they co-wrote while simultaneous with a fashion show of RED LOGO models. Then they performed their upcoming Ilongga Divas first single entitled “Say.” Irish D. also performed her original Ilonggo hit songs “Ikaw” and “Pano Na.” Ilonggo rap groups such as Click THIS, Paramour Sifee, Urban Mobztaz, SYK Unit, I’ll Sidaz with solo artists R-nic and Ezzy performed their original songs. Papa Prince of Campus Radio 93.5 hosted the event.

The grandest and biggest Ilonggo music event is organized by 8FINITY Events in partnership with Pepsi, Captain Dad’s Resto,San Miguel Beer and RSLPhoenix together with Red Logo, Ever Belina, Panay News, Oliea Topical Oil, Cable Star Iloilo, Campus Radio 93.5, Amular Photography, News Today, GMA, Tatak Ilonggo, Coffeebreak, Kangen Water, Hamada Restaurant, Red Corner Restaurant, Padi’s Point and M.I.C. Music.

2011-08-28T21:21:00.000-07:00

Sarap Magbago Ilonggo AVP by 8FINITY Events

An AVP of Sarap Magbago Ilonggo concert and fashion show at Plazuela de Iloilo, August 27, 2011, 7PM produced by 8FINITY Events, RSLPhoenix and Kuris Animation. It featured the majors sponsors and Ilonggo artists involved in the event.

Sheila Barrios and fellow Ilongga Divas are front act artists of the show.

2011-08-28T21:18:00.000-07:00

Ilongga Divas Teaser for Sarap Magbago Ilonggo

2011-08-18T21:32:00.000-07:00

Irish D. set to perform @ Plazuela de Iloilo event

Fashion and music will collide to create a stellar show at “Sarap Magbago Ilonggo” on August 27, 2011, 7pm onwards at Plazuela de Iloilo’s Plaza Mayor. Conceptualized by 8FINITY Events and Promotion, the non-stop fashion show, concert and nightlife party will gather the brightest Ilonggo pop artists in one special night live at the city’s newest party and entertainment hub, Plazuela de Iloilo. The fierce fashion show featuring RED Logo apparels and models will invade the runway together with the live music of Ilongga Divas. Ilongga Divas is a pop trio of local recording singers who released their Ilonggo singles in Iloilo and Bacolod FM stations such as Sheila Barrios (Ginpalangga), Irish D. (Ikaw) and Cherry Callao (Kasubo). They are also set to perform their first group single entitled “SAY.” Rap group Clique THIS with their popular song “Ilongga Gwapa” will entertain the crowd. Guest rap artists such as Paramour Sifee, Mix Ilonggo Crew, Urban Mobtaz, Ezzy and a lot more will perform original rap songs. Twilight Band will fire up the evening for a non-stop nightlife party. Event tickets also come with a free PEPSI or San Miguel Beer products plus special Ilonggo CD album can be claimed at the venue.

So be a part of this stellar show and nightlife experience that showcases the world-class talent of Ilonggo artists. The event is co-presented by PEPSI, Captain Dad’s Resto and San Miguel Beer. Media partners are PANAY NEWS, Campus Radio 93.5, Cable Star Iloilo, Tatak Ilonggo (Sky Cable Channel 41) and GMA TV-6. Special thanks to RED LOGO, Oliea Topical Oil, RSLPhoenix Music, M.I.C. Music, University of San Agustin student council and University of the Philippines student council.

2011-08-18T21:25:00.000-07:00

Irish @ Sarap Magbago Concert this Aug. 27

Ilonggo talents are truly world-class. With the recent emergence of Ilonggo artists in the local music scene, 8FINITY Events in cooperation with PEPSI will gather the brightest and most promising Ilonggo talents today in one concert entitled “Sarap Magbago Ilonggo” on August 26, 2011, 7PM to 12PM at Plazuela de Iloilo, the newest entertainment destination.

The sensational concert will be a fusion of fashion show, live Ilonggo music and disco party in one event. It will open with a fierce fashion number of Ilonggo ramp models launching PEPSI MAX. RED LOGO will unveil their latest fashion apparels in the fashion show. Leading the promising talents to perform onstage are Ilonggo Divas composed of local female recording artists Sheila Barrios who popularize the song “Ginpalangga,” Irish D. for “Ikaw” and Cherry Callao for “Kasubo.” Twilight Band will entertain the crowd with non-stop party anthems throughout the evening of nightlife. Guest Ilonggo rap groups set to perform are Clique THIS who popularize the song “Ilongga Gwapa,” Mix Ilonggo Crew, Ezzy, Paramour Sifee and a lot more surprises. PEPSI products will overflow as freebies at the event and an album CD containing the songs of Ilonggo performers will be given away when you buy tickets on or before the concert date. There will also be a series of campus tour weeks before the event and a grand city-wide caravan.

So, get your nightlife mood on fire and join this unique event only at Plazuela de Iloilo, where unique events happen. Buy pre-sold tickets and get free Ilonggo music CD album with PEPSI freebies by texting 09155414939 or call (033) 300-7137. Panay News is the official media partners of the event. It is also brought to you by Captain Dad’s Resto and RED LOGO.

2011-08-14T23:01:00.000-07:00

Irish D. shines with second single @ Raging Divas live

Pop artist Irish D. of Ilongga Divas shines with the live performance of her second single “Pano Na” at Raging Divas live in Bo. Obrero Plaza last August 13, 2011. The show is the first time event of Raging Divas, a top notch and popular stand comedians from The Library Bar in Manila in Iloilo City. They were invited to perform their funny, entertaining and crowd-drawing performances consist of 7 stand gay comedians which started 9PM. Irish was the guest artist of the evening who was excited to perform her second Ilonggo single “Pano Na.” The crowd once again fell in love with the sweet but powerful voice of this rising Ilongga diva.

2011-08-14T22:03:00.000-07:00

Irish D. performs @ Birit Diva 2011

Ilongga Divas Irish D. was invited and performed English cover songs such as “I Believe” by Fantasia Barino and “Reflection” by Christina Aguilera at Birit Diva 2011 held at Bo. Obrero last August 11, 2011, 8PM. Irish wowed the crowd with her mesmerizing voice and powerful rendition of the two best ballad songs. The competition was a showcase of 8 unique voices of gay singers who are certified performers and can belt out with some of the best love songs. The winner is Diva Fantasia who performed Regine Velasquez’s “One in a Million” and Mariah Carey’s “Through the Rain.” The event is part of the weeklong annual fiesta celebration of Bo. Obrero in Lapuz district of Iloilo City.

2011-08-05T08:42:00.001-07:00

Irish & Ilongga Divas interview with The News Today
Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Cherry Callao, the Ilongga Divas were recently invited for an interview with The News Today Lifestyle Editor, Kathy Villalon at Captain Dad’s Resto last August 5, 2011 at 3PM. The three Ilonggo pop singers willingly shared their life, passion for music and their dreams in a one-on-one interview with the newspaper editor. Cherry was happy to tell the editor that she’s more than just a pop singer but a talented dancer and performer since she was a kid. Irish was able to share her dream of becoming a popular singer someday that’s why she took up BS Music Education at West Visayas State University. Sheila sincerely told her story of struggle of becoming a successful individual, her unexpected career in singing and plan to develop her leadership skills as an active student leader in school. She is presently taking up BS Hotel and Restaurant Management at the University of Iloilo as Uygongco Foundation special scholar. The three artists also performed parts of their popular Ilonggo singles as a treat to the affable editor. Their songs are played in various FM stations in Iloilo City and Bacolod City since last year.
In the coming weeks, their individual feature stories will be published in The News Today’s Lifestyle Section in separate dates. But beyond anything else, these three young Ilonggo music sensations are always keeping their feet on the ground, optimistic and thankful to God for their musical gifts.
Special thanks to Captain Dad’s Resto for the refreshments and the venue of the interview.

2011-07-30T23:47:00.000-07:00

Irish & Ilongga Divas @ JMNHS

Ilongga Divas-Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Cherry Callao were invited to perform their Ilonggo hit singles at Jalandoni Memorial National High School during their Acquaintance Party last July 29, 7PM. Special thanks to the teachers and students. They promised to invite the 3 Ilonggo pop artists in their future events. Guest rap group urban Mobztaz performed their songs at the event. This is their second Campus Tour that will go on in different schools and universities in the coming months to promote their upcoming show at Plazuela de Iloilo on August 26 and compilation album “Ilonggo Pop.”

2011-07-30T23:46:00.001-07:00

Irish & Ilongga Divas first pop show @ Gaisano City

2011-07-30T23:44:00.000-07:00

Irish & Ilongga Divas live @ Jaro National High School

After their much-anticipated first pop show in Gaisano City, Ilongga Divas- Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Cherry Callao had their first Campus Tour at Jaro National High School last July 22, 2011. The response was overwhelming and positive since they were entertained by the impressive voices of the 3 pop artists.

2011-07-27T11:16:00.000-07:00

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Irish D., Ilongga Divas Panay News post event PR

Irish D. with other Ilongga Divas Sheila Barrios and Cherry Callao were recently featured in a full page article of Panay News on its Sunday lifestyle section, July 24 issue. Praising the 3 young singers pop show as something that "wowed the crowd" with original Ilonggo hit songs, the event is just the start of their continued shows, guestings and gigs as they promote their compilation album, ILONGGO POP containing 17 tracks from RSLPhoenix Music artists. Panay News is now officially their exclusive media partner in all their shows and events in the future.

2011-07-22T09:20:00.000-07:00

Irish with Ilongga Divas @ Jaro National High School

Ilongga Divas Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Cherry Callao once again proved their charm and talent onstage with their pop show at Jaro National High School last July 22, 2011 from 6PM onwards. The Ilonggo pop singers were invited by the faculty and staff to have a full show of pure Ilonggo music as part of their acquaintance party celebration. Sheila Barrios performed her massively hit song “Ginpalangga” and “Sa Handum Na Guid Lang” where almost all the students got mesmerized by her soulful voice. Irish D. sang her two Ilonggo singles “Ikaw” and “Pano Na” where she proved her star power onstage. Cherry Callao sang her Ilonggo singles “Ikaw Guid Lang” and “Kasubo” with all the boys and girls got touched by the message of her songs. Zpinx Angel of Mix Ilonggo crew performed his song “Padayon” with Sheila Barrios and a solo rap song. Urban Mobztaz, a pure Ilonggo rap group also performed 5 of their original rap songs onstage. Ilonggo rapper Ezzy performed his dance single “E-shembot,” a collaboration with Reyn Callao. The divas finally performed the song “Aton Manggad,” the theme song of Sinadya sa Suba Iloilo River Festival. The students screamed a lot and enjoyed the show of pure Ilonggo talents.

Ilongga Divas are scheduled to perform at Plazuela de Iloilo for a pure Ilonggo artist concert on August 26, 2011.

2011-07-18T00:26:00.000-07:00

Irish @ Ilongga Divas’ music and advocacy

According to Webster, a diva is defined as a “glamorous and popular female pop singer or personality.” With the recent popularity of Ilonggo music and artists in the local pop music, three unique pop voices were heard in FM stations with their heart-warming songs and became instant sensations both in Iloilo, Bacolod City and as far as Rockhampton City, Queensland, Australia. These local recording artists are Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Cherry Callao dubbed as Ilongga Divas. 18-year-old pop songstress Sheila Barrios whose popularity started with her unexpected hit songs “Ginpalangga” and “Sa Handum Na Guid Lang” since last year has gained prominence in the local music scene. 16-year-old Irish D. is a young diva who recently released her first single “Ikaw” believes she’s got what it takes to be an Ilonggo pop singer by winning several singing contests. 18-year-old Cherry Callao is not just a sexy diva but her popular singles “Ikaw Guid Lang” and “Kasubo” is a proof of her talent. They are also the voices the track “Aton Manggad, the theme song of “Sinadya sa Suba” Iloilo River Festival and Run for Iloilo River by JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang last May.

Under the management team of RSLPhoenix Music, these three Ilongga pop divas recently staged a successful mini-concert at Gaisano City Events Center last July 16, 2011 from 2:30-5:00PM. They performed their original Ilonggo songs and selected English cover songs to an enthusiastic crowd. Ilonggo rap group Urban Mobztaz, rappers Zpinx Angel of Mix Ilonggo Crew and Ezzy are guest artists of the show. Before the show ended, they performed “Aton Manggad” as a song to inspire Ilonggos to protect and save Iloilo River.

The event is organized by RSLPhoenix Music in cooperation with JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang and Phil Nihon Jinzai Hakken Foundation. Co-presented by University of Iloilo-PEN, Hi-World Consultancy, Captain Dads Resto, itravel Philippines, Akon Salon by R-quim Empedrad and M.I.C Muzik. Panay News is the official media partner of the event.

2011-07-12T08:30:00.001-07:00

Irish D. with Ilongga Divas @ Panay News

Irish D. with Ilongga Divas Sheila Barrios and Cherry Callao was promoted in Panay News, Sunday Lifestyle section on its July 10, 2011issue. Their upcoming show at Gaisano City Iloilo on July 16 is a special event for these hopeful local pop artists whose songs are enjoying radio airplay both in Iloilo and Bacolod City. The same press release article will also come out this week in another newspaper-The News Today- this week before their show.

2011-07-10T22:29:00.000-07:00

Irish D. @ Ilongga Divas live in Gaisano City

Spreading cultural pride through Ilonggo music with a significant purpose, the trio of local recording artists Sheila Barrios, Irish D. and Cherry Callao will stage a unique pop show with social advocacy entitled “Ilongga Divas 4 Iloilo River” on July 16, 2011, 2:30-4PM at Gaisano City Events Center. The event will continue the Iloilo River Project: 1-Million Signature Campaign. The artists will perform “Aton Manggad” the “Sinadya sa Suba” Iloilo River festival theme song live onstage. Different schools and universities will be invited to watch this free show that will highlight the best of Ilonggo music. Each of these Ilongga divas has their own respective solo singles playing in various FM stations in Iloilo and Bacolod City. Sheila Barrios popular songs are “Ginpalangga” and “Sa Handum na Guid Lang,” Irish D. single is “Ikaw” while Cherry Callao has two singles “Ikaw Guid Lang” and “Kasubo.” The event promises to be a two-hour spectacle of non-stop live performances of Ilonggo music and English cover songs with guest Ilonggo artists and dancers from the University of Iloilo will also perform onstage. The artists will promote their compilation album CD entitled Ilonggo Pop and will give-away CDs of Iloilo River song.

The event is organized by RSLPhoenix in cooperation JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang.

2011-06-17T03:16:00.000-07:00

Ilonggo artists to perform @ Iloilo River Summit

Once again, the Ilonggo artists who recorded the theme song of Run for Iloilo River and Sinadya sa Suba festival “Aton Manggad” are scheduled to perform the song live at Iloilo River Summit to be co-organized by JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang and the City Government of Iloilo. Barangay captains of Iloilo City, NGOs and other invited special guests that directly advocate the protection of Iloilo river will attend the event to create significant programs. The venue is yet to be announced very soon.

The Ilonggo artists who are coming to perform the song are pop singers Sheila Barrios, Irish D., Cherry Callao and rap group Mix Ilonggo Crew with Zpinx Angel, Stan, Vhouyeng King, Conyo Boy and Ezzy. The song is the first single off the full independent album “Aton Manggad” set to be released next year.

2011-05-09T00:40:00.000-07:00

Irish D. @ Aton Manggad live in Run for Iloilo River

Ilonggo music artists Sheila Barrios, Irish D., Mz. JT, Zpinx Angel, Mix Ilonggo Crew, Stan of All Out Kingz, Vhouyeng Kingz, Conyo Boy and Ezzy of SYK Unit performed "Aton Manggad" live at Run For Iloilo River, Iloilo Provincial Capitol grounds last May 7, 2011, 9am. Aton Manggad is the theme song of Run for Iloilo River by JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang and will also promote Iloilo City's new annual festival "Sinadya sa Suba" on May 20-21, 2011 dedicated for the preservation of Iloilo River. The song is now released in selected FM stations in Iloilo City featuring the special participation of Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog.

2011-05-05T22:24:00.000-07:00

Irish D. @ Aton Manggad: A song for Iloilo River

“Boundaries don’t protect rivers, people do,” a saying that inspired the men and women of JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang to start a timely advocacy. The dream to protect, rehabilitate and restore the fragile beauty of Iloilo River, a 15-kilometer arm of the sea winding through the whole City of Iloilo and the artery supplying the lifeblood of the City for over thousands of years awaken the heart of organization to pursue a noble project, a priceless advocacy that will affect the future generation of Ilonggos. This is how “RUN FOR ILOILO RIVER” was born in the consciousness of the each member of group. One of its members who pursued a passion for Ilonggo Music for the past year, envisioned to use it in channelling a significant message, a musical poetry that can touch the heart of Ilonggos towards change.

JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang decided to gather today’s new generation of Ilonggo music artists and record a special song for Iloilo River. Armed with sheer passion and God-given gift for Music, Sheila Barrios, Irish D., Cherry Callao, Mz. JT with her rap group All Out Kingz, Mix Ilonggo Crew and SYK Unit committed themselves to record “Aton Manggad” (Our Wealth). The lyrics is originally written by RSLPhoenix. The lyrics was arranged and recorded a catchy instrumental by Zpinx Angel and Joemarie Regacho of Mix Ilonggo Crew, the song is destined to become the cultural pop theme song of Run For Iloilo River. The group invited Iloilo City Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog to be a part of the song was warmly accepted by the city official. Recorded in the home studio of Mix Ilonggo Crew, the Ilonggo artists shared their time and combined their passion to finish the song in less than a month. Driven by their desire to inspire young and old Ilonggos for change, their labor of love resulted to a sentimentally-inspiring, pop- amalgam and meaningful song fated to be heard for many generations to come.

“Aton Manggad” will be released exclusively at 93.5 Campus Radio and Iloilo City AM stations such as Bombo Radyo, RMN and DYSI Super Radyo this week. An upcoming official music video to be co-directed by former Pinoy Dream Academy alumna, Emman Abatayo with RSLPhoenix will be released online this month to support the song. With its catchy beat and meaningful lyrics that also featured the voice of Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog, the song is eyed to promote “Sinadya sa Suba,” a yearly cultural event dedicated for Iloilo River preservation scheduled on May 20-21, 2011.

“Aton Manggad” represents the voice, the echo and the undeniable calling for Ilonggos to embrace the advocacy of preserving a priceless treasure that is Iloilo River. Let’s have a change-of-heart through this Ilonggo song and support local music artists.

"Aton Manggad"

Lyrics with English translation
Written by RSLPhoenix (Ronelo S. Ladiao)
Instrumental and Arrangement by Mix Ilonggo Crew
(Joemarie Regacho and Zpinx Angel)

Buksi ang imo nga dulunggan sa istorya sang aton suba
(Hear the story of our river)
Diin na ang imo paghigugma?
(Where is your love?)
Para sa bwas damlag sang aton mga bata
(For the future of our children)
Nga makatusmaw sa matin-aw nga tubig
(To bathe in a clear water)

makalangoy upod sari-sari nga isda
(To swim with wide variety of fish)
Tani dampigan ta ang manggad sang banwa
(We should protect the treasures of the city)
Diri nabuhi aton katigulangan
(Where our elders lived)

(Refrain 1)
Sa aton pagbugtaw karon
(As we wake up later on)
Paghigugma aton pukawon
(Let's awaken the love)
Pagbag-o aton nga himuon
(Let's make a change)
Kay pag-uswag aton maangkon
(For us to achieve progress)

(Chorus)
Halungan ta ang manggad sang aton banwa
(Let's take good care the wealth of our city)
Sa dughan naga-ilig ang tubig sang pag-asa
(Our hearts overflowing with hope)
Malimpyo nga suba para sa aton mga bata
(A clean river for our children)
Masanag nga buwas damlag
(A bright future)
Suba sang Iloilo, aton nga palangga...
(Iloilo River, our love...)

(Verse 2)
Diin na ang imo nga konsensya?
(Where is your conscience?)
Pabay-an mo na lang bala ang pagdamo sang basura?
(Will you neglect the rising garbage?)
Nagpalanggit-um ang tubig sang suba
(the waters of the river turned gloomy)
Nga nagpadulom sa aton pakadtuan
(That dimmed our pathway)
Tani aton responsibilidad
(It should be our responsibility)
pag-uswag sang aton banwang pinalangga
(The progress of our beloved city)
katahum sang aton nga palibot halungan ta
(The beauty of our surroundings we should take care)
kag aton nga tipigan
(And we should preserve)

(Refrain 2)
Sa aton nga paminsaron
(In our minds)
kaayuhan aton guid sundun
(We should do goodness)
palibot aton limpyohun
(Let's clean our surroundings)
kag ang katahum ma preserba naton
(so that we can preserve its beauty)

(Repeat chorus)

(Bridge)
Buksi ang imo tagipusuon sa sitwasyon sang aton suba
(Open your heart to the situation of our river)
Diin na ang imo pagpalanga?
(Where is your love?)
Ipadayon ta ang kawsa sang aton ginikanan
(Let's continue the cause of our forefathers)
Tumanon ta ang handum naton tanan
(Let's fulfill our all our dreams)
bantayan ta, halungan ta ang aton manggad
(Let's guard and preserve our treasures)
sa tubig sang suba makita ang katahum sang nagliligad
(Our river speaks of our glorious past)

(Rap verse and repeat chorus)

2011-05-03T00:23:00.001-07:00

"Aton Manggad" Official Song Poster

Sheila is one of the four lead voices of "Aton Manggad," an Ilonggo song dedicated for the protection of Iloilo River, Iloilo City's marvelous arm of the sea cultural and economic symbol. With over 15 Ilonggo music artists who recorded and produced the song, it will promote two important events this month such as Run for Iloilo River on May 7, 5am by JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang in partnership with the city government of Iloilo and "Sinadya sa Suba" on May 20-21 as the new annual cultural festival dedicated for Iloilo River. The song will be released in FM and AM stations in Iloilon City and will have a music video soon. The song also featured the voice of Iloilo City Jed Patrick Mabilog.

2011-04-29T03:45:00.000-07:00

Irish to Record a Song about Hope

Young Ilongga music artist, Irish D. is set to record a new Ilonggo song entitled “Handum.” This will become one of the theme songs of “Iskolar Sang JCI Dinagyang,” a scholarship project for out-of-school- youth chosen by each sponsor that would provide them free 4-year college education. Irish recently released her first single “Ikaw” in Iloilo and Bacolod FM stations. She is also one of the Ilonggo artists featured in “Aton Manggad,” the theme song of “Run for Iloilo River” by JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang set on May 7 where she’s scheduled to perform the song live. Irish is passionate to her newfound interest in music and she is quickly gaining a name in local music scene in Iloilo and Bacolod.

“Handum” is a song of hope, dream and optimism in life that motivates a person to keep moving on and fulfil the longings of his/her heart. It is co-written by Irish with RSLPhoenix and will be recorded at M.I.C Studio in Maduarria0, Iloilo City. She will perform the song live sometime in May during the distribution of certificates to the scholars with JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang.

2011-04-11T20:47:00.000-07:00

Aton Manggad (teaser mix) Run for Iloilo River

A teaser mix of "Aton Manggad," the official advocacy theme song of Run For Iloilo River project of JCI Metro Iloilo Dinagyang Jaycees scheduled on May 7, 2011. The song was performed and recorded by a new generation of Ilonggo music artists under RSLPhoenix Music such as Sheila Barrios, Cherry Callao of Ilonggo 3nity, Irish D., Mz. JT with All Out Kingz, Zpinx Angel with Mix Ilonggo Crew (M.I.C. Muzik), representing SYK Unit Vhouyeng King, Conyo Boy and Ezzy. "Aton Manggad" was written by RSLPhoenix (executive producer) with Joemarie Regacho, Sheila Barrios and Irish D. Beat instrumental and vocal arrangements by Zpinx Angel and Mix Ilonggo Crew.