highlights of 2012

January

It was a much awaited time of the year not only because it was the start of 2012 but also because I was set to see Incubus live for the third time! I have a few friends who share the same passion as I do so what better way to start the year than to fly all the way to Thailand for the Silverlake Music Festival where Incubus will be headlining.

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February

The Pains of Being Pure at Heart was in town for a show at Hard Rock! Of course there is no way I'm gonna miss it! I dragged my friend Nicole which is also a big fan. Highlight of the night was talking to Connor (guitar sessionist / drummer for The Drums) backstage and not knowing what he was saying since I'm too stunned with what was happening at the moment.

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March

Quinn Allman. 'Nuff said.

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April

I decided to change my lifestyle in terms of food. I realized it was no longer an option to be unhealthy. I still eat junk but little to zero. I try not to deprive myself as well. I am still currently on this journey and I don't think it will ever end.
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May

I feel honored to be part of this wonderful first. Music, great people, artists, and a guacamole truck. What more can you ask for?

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First time in Tali Beach! I had a great time with some of my favorite people.

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June

Pop Pop Pofest x Dr. Martens! The first ever Indie Popfest franchise in Manila! Met some incredible people in just one night. Can't wait for this year's!

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July

2012 is really a year of 'firsts'. Another first, the first ever music video I directed! There were so much things I was not aware of and need to improve on.

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August

We met our new friend Jake! Almost every weekend is jam and flip cup night at his place. Funfunfun! We also met his two friends Nick and Maroun. They're all back in the US of A. 

September

This is me and Bea struggling in the kiddie pool. Random hangouts with your best friend is the best. Simple joys...

October

Foster the what? Yeah.

(Oh and also, I officially left the teenager train)

November

The first Tagaytay Electronica Festival! So much EDM rave it's crazy!

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December

Launched my very first collection entitled "Ghost Dream"
This year is indeed a year of firsts!
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To more firsts in 2013!

Check out this short collection of raw footages throughout the year. Enjoy!

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DOPE MNL VOL.4: POP POP POPFEST!

(June 2, 2012)

 A local interpretation of NYC Popfest, we give you Dope MNL x Dr. Martens Philippines Manila Popfest! We've got a summer-ender party of the year right here! Pretty sick line-up too!

Twin Lobster was playing when we got there. Despite the rain during their set...they sounded great! And people didn't mind squeezing in one big tent.

 Ecks Abitona and Elie Centeno of Stache Magazine


Luang sisters of Big Bangs Theory

Some shenanigans inside the Doc Marten's store...

 Dr. Martens PH muses, Tin Lau and Dana Ignacio with PR Manager, Nina Defensor

 Tin with Bee Eyes guitarist, Idris Vicuna

Pat Sarabia (Twin Lobster, Drums )

 Miss Meiday, Mei Bastes doing her thing.

Shinji Manalangit (The Strangeness, Tamborine/Back-up vocals/Hype Man)
(Photo by Kean Reformado)

Trippy music from The Strangeness. I remember stopping in awe from where I was when they were playing. I know a good band when I hear one (self-proclaimed music enthusiast). If you haven't checked them out yet, it's about time you should!

Wilderness
(Photo by Gio De Guzman)


Selena Salang (Ang Bandang Shirley, Vocals)
(Photo by Gio De Guzman)

Arjo "Logik" Cairo and Kodah "Mindstate" Godarzi (Misyonaryo, Vocals)

Misyonaryo! Something to satisfy your underground hip-hop cravings.

 Word.

Bee Eyes

Halik Ni Gringo

Wacky of Halik ni Gringo hand-carrying his own gear like a true rockstar.

(Photo by Gio De Guzman)

 DIY fringe shirt
Acid wash jeans from In 'n Out (Hong Kong)
Necklace from Love Diva
Boots from the local thrift shop

All photos by Beverly Kho unless otherwise stated.

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manila's very own popfest!!!

THIS JUST IN.

Dope MNL and Dr. Marten's Ph joined forces to create the first ever Manila Popfest! Miss Meiday herself, Mei Bastes and her new baby Dope MNL will launch Popfest on June 2 at the Fort Strip Open Plaza, from 3pm onwards. The line-up consists of all independent acts such as Nyko Maca and Gafiera, Ciudad, Pedicab, Ang Bandang Shirley, Twin Lobster, and my favorite, Misyonaryo. Plus, DJ sets from Fluxxe originals Kiko Escora and Gian Romano.

Last Thursday, we were invited for the press meeting at Keg. Dr. Martens Ph co-founders Borgy Manotoc and Andrew Garcia together with Mei Bastes gave us an overview of the collaboration and the festivity on Saturday.

(photo from Maine Manalansan)

Bonnapart, Ren Aguila of GMA, and Mariah Reodica

(photo from Maine Manalansan)

(photo from Maine Manalansan)

Check out Dr. Martens Ph co-founder Borgy Manotoc as he invites you to the Popfest this Saturday.

RSVP HERE
Admission is free! See you there!
(And don't forget to drop by Dr. Marten's and check out their newest S/S collection while you're at it!)

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