The Making of John Lloyd and Toni's Home Sweetie Home: Meet the Characters

Kapamilya network’s newest sitcom Home Sweetie Home is set to make waves this new year with the first ever television team up of John Lloyd Cruz and Toni Gonzaga. The two will be playing a married couple living with their extended family.

John Lloyd and Toni will be joined by some of the country’s well-loved television stars, including Rico J Puno, Sandy Andolong, Jayson Gainza, Miles Ocampo, Clarence Delgado, Joross Gamboa, Ketchup Eusebio, Eda Nolan, Ryan Bang, Eric Nicolas, and Mitoy Yonting.

Home Sweetie Home (click here to watch the full trailer) premieres January 5 (Sunday) after Goin’ Bulilit. Meet the characters of ABS-CBN's newest sitcom Home Sweetie Home in the video below:

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Toni Gonzaga and John Lloyd Cruz's Home Sweetie Home Premieres January 5

In the Kapamilya network’s newest sitcom that’s set to make waves as the new year kicks off, blockbuster star John Lloyd Cruz and favorite multimedia sweetheart Toni Gonzaga will be starring in a their comeback as a duo with the launch of the all-new “Home Sweetie Home”.

The two stars have long been expressing their excitement for the project’s kick-off, which has been much anticipated over the past months as John Lloyd and Toni will finally be breaking even more barriers venturing into “Home Sweetie Home”.

Watch: Home Sweetie Home Full Trailer

Toni was especially surprised to hear the news that she was to be cast in this new hilarious sitcom, excited that her and John Lloyd will be taking on television together for the first time.

“This will be our first time together on TV, so I hope everyone will get to be a part of it. I hope they enjoy,” Toni said in a report with ABS-CBN News. The last time the two shared the screen was in their side-by-side stint in the movie “My Amnesia Girl” in 2010.

Four years after, in “Home Sweetie Home,” the two will be playing the a married couple and their extended family, leading to the silly things that could happen in that situation.

John Lloyd and Toni will also be joined by some of the country’s well-loved television stars, including Rico Puno, Sandy Andolong, Jayson Gainza, Miles Ocampo, Clarence Delgado, Joross Gamboa, Ketchup Eusebio, Eda Nolan, Ryan Bang, Eric Nicolas, and Mitoy Yonting.

Don’t miss out on the pilot episode of “Home Sweetie Home,” airing on Sundays starting January 5 after “Goin’ Bulilit”.

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Home Sweetie Home Full Trailer - John Lloyd Cruz and Toni Gonzaga

ABS-CBN has released the full trailer of newest sitcom Home Sweetie Home starring John Lloyd Cruz and Toni Gonzaga. The show is the second team up of JLC and Toni after My Amnesia Girl and their first on TV.

Also starring Sandy Andolong, Miles Ocampo, Clarence Delgado and Rico J. Puno with Jason Gainza, Mitoy Yonting, Joross Gamboa, Ketchup Eusebio and Eda Nolan, Home Sweetie Home will premiere January 5, 2014 after Goin' Bulilit.

Watch the full trailer of Home Sweetie Home below:

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Eric Fructuoso Defends Title from Singing Champs in 'The Singing Bee' (Nov 30)

Singers Jovit Baldivino, Bugoy Drilon, Marcelito Pomoy, Mitoy Yonting, and Janice Javier have stunned the viewers with their vocal talents by joining in different singing reality shows, but will they also impress them when it comes to guessing the correct song lyrics in “The Singing Bee”?

Watch them clash for the P1 million jackpot this Saturday (Nov. 30). Who among them will make it through the “Final Countdown”? 

Will the two-week defending champion Eric Fructuoso, who already took home P40,000, be defeated this time or will he able to defend his title? 

Don’t miss “The Singing Bee” hosted by Roderick Paulate and Amy Perez this Saturday, after “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN. For updates, visit its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/singingbeeabscbn; follow its Twitter account via @TheSingingBeePH; and follow its Instagram account via @thesingingbeeph. 

Tweet your thoughts and reaction using the hashtag #TheSingingBeePH.

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ABS-CBN 2013 Christmas Station ID Theme Song Lyrics - Magkasama Tayo sa Kwento ng Pasko

ABS-CBN has unveiled its 2013 Christmas Station ID with the theme "Magkasama Tayo sa Kwento ng Pasko" paying tribute to different Filipinos, whose inspiring stories have touched the hearts and ignited the passion of people working for the network on and off cam.

This year’s Christmas anthem was written by Robert Labayen, with music composed, arranged and produced  by  Bojam De Belen, Thyro Alfaro and Jeli Mateo. 

The SID song Magkasama Tayo sa Kwento ng Pasko was performed by The Voice of the Philippines coaches Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo and Lea Salonga with grand  winner  Mitoy Yonting and finalists Klarisse De Guzman, Janice Javier and Myk Perez.

Watch the recording sessions for Magkasama Tayo sa Kwento ng Pasko, the ABS-CBN 2013 Christmas Station ID Theme Song (lyrics below). Also check out the full video of the station ID (click here).

Magkasama Tayo sa Kwento ng Pasko lyrics
ABS-CBN 2013 Christmas Station ID theme

Bawat Pasko'y may dalang himala Malakas mang ulan, ito'y titila Bubuhos ang pagpapala May kapiling ang nangungulila Anumang lungkot, tayo'y aahon May lunas sa sugat ng kahapon Sa isa't isa'y mayrong paglingap Mga pangarap, ngayo'y magaganap Refrain: Laging masaya ang kwento ng Pasko Dahil sino ka man, may nagmamahal sa'yo Ngayong Kapaskuhan ang pangako ko Sa puso ko'y magkasama tayo Chorus: Sa iisang awit ngayong Pasko Magkayakap ang tinig ko't sa iyo Sa 'ting himig, ipagdiriwang ang pag-ibig At ito ay tatawid sa buong daigdig Sa iisang awit ngayong Pasko Magkayakap ang tinig ko't sa iyo Sa 'ting himig, nadarama na ang mahalaga Ay magkasama tayo sa kwento ng Pasko wo-oh wo-oh-oh wo-oh wo-oh-oh Kwento ng Pasko

Mga ala-ala sa Pasko'y di kumukupas Ilang taon pa man ang lumipas Dahil ang bawat damdamin Umuukit nang malalim Marangya man ang pagdiriwang Kahit simpleng kasiyahan Ang tunay na may kayamanan Pamilyang nagmamahalan (Repeat Refrain) (Repeat Chorus) Bridge: Magbago man lahat sa mundo Nananatili ang diwa ng Pasko Ang pagpapala ay hindi mauubos Himala ng Pasko ay hiwaga ng Diyos (Repeat Chorus) Sa iisang awit ngayong Pasko Magkayakap ang tinig ko't sa iyo Sa 'ting himig, nadarama na ang mahalaga Nasaan man sa mundo, magkasama tayo Nasaan man sa mundo, magkasama tayo Sa kwento ng Pasko (Repeat Chorus 3x) Isang kwento Iisang kwento Kwento ng Pasko

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Mitoy Yonting Wins The Voice of the Philippines (Video)

The Draybers lead vocalist Mitoy Yonting was hailed as the grand winner of The Voice of the Philippines on Sunday, September 29 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Read more about the finals here.

Mitoy, who is the last man standing in Team Lea bested Janice Javier of Team Apl, Myk Perez of Team Bamboo and Klarisse de Guzman of Team Sarah for the title. The 42-year-old music veteran from Manila garnered 57.65% of public votes, beating Klarisse, who got 40.35% of votes in the final 2 showdown.

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Check out their performances on the two-day finale live show. 

Janice Javier—Mitoy Yonting—Myk Perez—Klarisse de Guzman

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Mitoy Yonting, the first ever "Voice of the Philippines" brought home 2 million pesos, a brand new Ford car, an Asian tour package for two, and a four-year recording contract with MCA Universal.

Here's Mitoy Yonting singing Help during the final 2 showdown.

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The Voice of the Philippines Grand Winner is Mitoy Yonting

The Voice of the Philippines grand finals results night happened on September 29 and Mitoy Yonting was named as the very first The Voice of the Philippines grand winner, beating three other artists in the finale.

On Saturday's finale live show, the final four artists had their solo performances. Janice Javier performed Greatest Love of All, Mitoy Yonting did Anak, Myk Perez rendered Give Me Love while Klarisse de Guzman tackled The Climb. They also sang their original songs.

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Check out their performances on the two-day finale live show. 

Janice Javier—Mitoy Yonting—Myk Perez—Klarisse de Guzman

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On Sunday, the final four performed with their coaches and a special guest. Klarisse sang Your Song with coach Sarah Geronimo and Robert Seña while Myk Perez duet with coach Bamboo in the latter's Morning Rose with a special waltz number by Bamboo and Linn Oeymo. 

Janice had her time with Lolita Carbon singing Himig ng Pag-ibig and her coach Apl with Blackeyed Peas The Time (Dirty Bit) while Mitoy went theatrical in Total Eclipse of the Heart with coach Lea Salonga and Vice Ganda.

The top four artists also did a final number with Klarisse singing I'm Every Woman, Myk serenading with Michael Buble's Everything, Janice taking on Rihanna's We Found Love and Mitoy rocking Leaving on a Jet Plane. Former Westlife vocalist Shane Filan also performed their hits Fool Again and Uptown Girl with the final four.

Klarisse and Mitoy had a face-off after being declared as the final 2 artists with the highest number of public votes. With votes reverted back to zero and another round of voting opened, Klarisse tackled Magsimula Ka while Mitoy performed Help. In the end, it was Mitoy who emerged as the champion with 57.65% of the votes.

Mitoy Yonting, the first ever "Voice of the Philippines" won 2 million, a new car from Ford, an Asian tour package for two, and a four-year recording contract with MCA Universal.

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Klarisse de Guzman - The Voice of the Philippines Grand Finals Performance (Sept 28 and 29)

Check out the grand finals performances of Klarisse de Guzman during the finale live show of The Voice of the Philippines on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila.

Klarisse de Guzman may lost to her coach Sarah in one of her singing contests but now is her time to shine. Her song, Miley Cyrus' The Climb perfectly described her journey to the finale. Klarisse's voice quality will surely bring her to that peak.

Klarisse's original song Slowly is a testament of her artistry, a voice so uniquely hers with that passion to achieve more not only for herself but for her family. Check her song below.

Klarisse sang Your Song with coach Sarah Geronimo and Robert Seña during the finale live show on Sunday, September 29.

For the final 2 showdown, Klarisse gave a heartfelt rendition of OPM song Magsimula Ka.

Check the performances of the other three grand finalists below

Janice Javier—Mitoy Yonting—Myk Perez

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Myk Perez - The Voice of the Philippines Grand Finals Performance (Sept 28 and 29)

Check out the grand finals performances of Myk Perez during the finale live show of The Voice of the Philippines on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila.

Myk Perez is Bamboo's best bet in the finale and he gave another soothing performance on the finals. His rendition of Ed Sheeran's Give Me Love is another proof of the marketability of his style and voice.

His original song, Fix You, also supported Myk's being on a league of his own among the other artists in the final 4, just like what his coach said. Check out his live performance of the said single below.

On Sunday's live finale show, Myk Perez duet with coach Bamboo in the latter's Morning Rose with a special waltz number by Bamboo and Linn Oeymo.

Check the performances of the other three grand finalists below

Janice Javier—Mitoy Yonting—Klarisse de Guzman

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Mitoy Yonting - The Voice of the Philippines Grand Finals Performance (Sept 28 and 29)

Check out the grand finals performances of Mitoy Yonting during the finale live show of The Voice of the Philippines on Saturday, September 28 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila.

Mitoy Yonting, the last man standing in Team Lea, delivered an emotional live performance of Freddie Aguilar's phenomenal song Anak. Mitoy was the only one who took an OPM song, and he elevated the song to a rocker level with those high notes.

He also sang his original song Bulag during Saturday's finale show.

On Sunday's live finale show, Mitoy went theatrical in Total Eclipse of the Heart with coach Lea Salonga and Vice Ganda.

For the final 2 showdown, Mitoy belted out Help Me If You Can to clinch the title of The Voice of the Philippines.

Check the performances of the other three grand finalists below

Janice Javier—Myk Perez—Klarisse de Guzman

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Janice Javier - The Voice of the Philippines Grand Finals Performance (Sept 28 and 29)

Check out the grand finals performances of Janice Javier during the finale live show of The Voice of the Philippines on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila.

Janice, who is the last artist standing in Team Apl gave an all-out performance of Greatest Love of All. Her rendition is very heartfelt and one of the most amazing covers of the song.

Meanwhile, she also performed her original song Coming Home.

Janice had her time with Lolita Carbon singing Himig ng Pag-ibig and her coach Apl with Blackeyed Peas The Time (Dirty Bit) during Sunday's live finale show.

Check the performances of the other three grand finalists below

Mitoy Yonting—Myk Perez—Klarisse de Guzman

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The Voice of the Philippines Grand Finals (September 28 and 29) | Who will win?

ABS-CBN’s top-rating and Twitter-trending singing-reality show “The Voice of the Philippines” comes to an exciting finish as its final four artists clash to win over the public in their final and much-anticipated showdown this Saturday (Sept 28) and Sunday (Sept 29) at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Pasay City.

UPDATE: Mitoy Yonting Wins The Voice of the Philippines

The stage is set for the vocal battle among Janice Javier of Team Apl, Klarisse de Guzman of Team Sarah, Myk Perez of Team Bamboo, and Mitoy of Team Lea. From whose team will come the first ever “Voice of the Philippines”?

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Check out the final 4 performances on Saturday and Sunday finale live shows. 

Janice Javier—Mitoy Yonting—Myk Perez—Klarisse de Guzman

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Viewers are encouraged to vote for their favorite artists as the finale’s outcome will be determined solely by the public’s text votes, online votes, mobile downloads, and iTunes downloads. For the complete details on the voting mechanics, just visit thevoice.abs-cbn.com.

For the two-part finale, viewers can send only one vote for an artist per day using one SIM card. Voting will be closed before the Saturday show ends, and will open again during the show on Sunday. The top 2 artists who will get the highest percentages of text and online votes plus the iTunes and truetone downloads will be will be facing off in the final showdown.

Upon reopening the poll for the top two artists, their public vote scores will be reset to zero. In the end, the artist who gets the higher percentage of public votes will be named the winner of “The Voice of the Philippines.”

Make sure to support your favorite artists by texting VOICEJANICE/KLARISSE/MYK/MITOY and send it to 2331 for Globe, TM and Sun Cellular subscribers and 231 for Smart and Talk ‘N Text subscribers. Fans can also use Electronic PINs (E-PINs) through ABS-CBN vote cards or from accredited online resellers to vote online.

Support Janice, Klarisse, Myk, and Mitoy by downloading their featured truetones, as well as their iTunes original songs and the studio recordings of the songs they performed during last week’s Live Shows on iTunes.com/TheVoicePH.

The first ever “Voice of the Philippines” will win 2 million, a new car, an Asian tour package for two, and a four-year recording contract with MCA Universal.

Also, don’t miss the second part of the finale this Sunday (Sept 29) with a performance from Shane Filan, a member of former boyband Westlife.

Whose voice will captivate the public? Who among Janice, Klarisse, Myk, and Mitoy will be declared the champion? Make sure to catch the grand finals of “The Voice of the Philippines” this Saturday (Sept 28), 9 PM, and Sunday (Sept 29), 8:15 PM on ABS-CBN. 

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The Voice of the Philippines Live Shows (September 22) Results: The Top 4 Revealed

The sixth live show of The Voice of the Philippines happened September 22 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila. The Top 4 artists who advance to the grand finals next week has been revealed.

Yesterday (September 21), the Top 8 artists performed a duet in a benefit concert for the Payatas kids choir. However, the live shows also served as a battle field for the semifinalists as voting lines were also opened.

Last night, Team Lea's Mitoy Yonting and Radha sung Against All Odds by Phil Collins. Tonight, Mitoy became emotional on his solo song Power of Love by Celine Dion. His team mate Radha did The Beatles' Let It Be accompanied by a choir. [WATCH THEIR LIVE SHOWS PERFORMANCE HERE]

• Coach Lea's score: Mitoy - 45% | Radha - 55%
• Public votes: Mitoy - 63.78% | Radha - 36.72%
• Total Score: Mitoy - 108.78% | Radha - 91.22%
• Eliminated: Radha

Team Bamboo's Myk Perez and Paolo Onesa inspired everyone on Saturday's show with Eric Clapton's Change The World. For tonight's solo show, Myk ditched his guitar for Peter Frampton's Baby, I Love Your Way while Paolo did a big band version of Rivermaya's Elesi. [WATCH THEIR LIVE SHOWS PERFORMANCE HERE]

• Coach Bamboo's score: Myk - 55% | Paolo - 45%
• Public votes: Myk - 48.08% | Paolo - 51.92%
• Total Score: Myk - 103.08% | Paolo - 96.92%
• Eliminated: Paolo Onesa

Team Sarah's Morissette Amon and Klarisse de Guzman had a divas showdown on Christina Aguilera's The Voice Within. For the solo show, Morissette tackled Jessie J's Who You Are while Klarisse interpreted To Love Somebody by Bee Gees. [WATCH THEIR LIVE SHOWS PERFORMANCE HERE]

• Coach Sarah's score: Klarisse - 55% | Morissette - 45%
• Public votes: Klarisse - 63.39% | Morissette - 36.61%
• Total Score: Klarisse - 118.39% | Morissette - 81.61%
• Eliminated: Morissette Amon

Team Apl's Janice Javier and Thor Dulay duet on Umagang Kay Ganda on Saturday first before singing their solo pieces on Sunday. Thor sung Climb Every Mountain from The Sound of Music while Janice gave her own rendition of John Lennon's Imagine. [WATCH THEIR LIVE SHOWS PERFORMANCE HERE]

• Coach Apl's score: Janice - 55% | Thor - 45%
• Public votes: Janice - 57.85% | Thor - 42.15%
• Total Score: Janice - 112.85% | Thor - 87.15%
• Eliminated: Thor Dulay

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Mitoy and Radha September 22 Live Shows Performance (Video) | The Voice of the Philippines

Check out the performances of Team Lea's Mitoy Yonting and Radha on The Voice of the Philippines Sunday, September 22 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila.

Mitoy Yonting became emotional on his solo song Power of Love by Celine Dion

Radha did The Beatles' Let It Be accompanied by a choir

On Saturday's charity live show, Mitoy and Radha sung Against All Odds by Phil Collins.

Results:

• Coach Lea's score: Mitoy - 45% | Radha - 55%
• Public votes: Mitoy - 63.78% | Radha - 36.72%
• Total Score: Mitoy - 108.78% | Radha - 91.22%
• Eliminated: Radha

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The Voice of the Philippine Top 8 Vie this September 21 and 22 for Grand Finals Slots

The race to the much-anticipated grand finals of “The Voice of the Philippines” is set as its top 8 artists fight for their survival to win a coveted slot in the top-rating and Twitter-trending singing-reality show’s much-anticipated grand finals.

The competition heats up in the last two weeks as “The Voice” airs four Live Shows on September 21, 22, 28, and the grand finals on September 29. Viewers can also vote during Saturday’s Live Shows.

This Saturday (Sept 21) and Sunday (Sept 22), the two remaining artists of the teams of Apl de Ap, Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo, and Lea Salonga will finally face off to determine the top 4 artists who will battle for the “The Voice of the Philippines” title.

The viewing public and the coaches have an equal say on who will advance to the grand finals, as determined by the combined percentages of the public votes on Saturday’s and Sunday’s Live Shows, as well as the coaches’ scores.

Competing for Team Apl are four-chair turners ‘mighty’ Thor and Janice Javier, who will bring years of professional performing experience to the stage. Whose voice will win the hearts of viewers and coach Apl’s?

For Team Sarah, meanwhile, divas Morissette Amon and Klarisse de Guzman will try to outperform each other to remain in the show. Both are young, passionate, and singing competition veterans, but in “The Voice,” the two will be pushed to their limits for their dream of becoming the next singing superstar.

For Kamp Kawayan or Team Bamboo, the competition is down between singing heartthrobs Paolo Onesa and Myk Perez, who seem to have captured the hearts of the public, as proven by their consistent top ranking in the previous Live Shows’ poll results.

Fighting to represent Team Lea in the finals are singing pros Mitoy and Radha, who are expected to turn in an explosive battle of powerhouse vocals. Will Radha get her second shot at fame or will Mitoy secure his place in the limelight?

Who will be declared as the top 4 artists to compete in the grand finals?

Don’t miss “The Voice of the Philippines,” every Saturday, 9 PM, and every Sunday, 8:15 PM on ABS-CBN. 

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Mitoy and Darryl Shy September 8 Live Shows Performance (Video) | The Voice of the Philippines

Check out the performances of Team Lea's Mitoy Yonting and Darryl Shy on the third live shows of The Voice of the Philippines Sunday, September 8 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila.

Darryl Shy gave goosebumps with Asin's Balita 

Mitoy also performed an OPM hit, Paano by Eva Eugenio/Dulce. 

Results:

• Coach Lea's score: Mitoy - 60% | Darryl - 40%
• Public votes: Mitoy - 44.11% | Darryl - 55.89%
• Total Score: Mitoy - 104.11% | Darryl - 95.89%
• Eliminated: Darryl Shy

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The Voice of the Philippines Live Shows (September 8) Results: Lee Grane, Maki, Darryl, Penelope Eliminated

The third live show of The Voice of the Philippines happened September 8 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila. The first batch of the Top 16 artists performed live for a shot to the next level of competitions.

Team Sarah's Morissette Amon belted Heart's What About Love while Maki Ricafort took on Sting's Every Breath You Take. [WATCH THEIR LIVE SHOWS PERFORMANCE HERE] 

• Coach Sarah's score: Morissette - 60% | Maki - 40%
• Public votes: Morissette - 50.41% | Maki - 49.59%
• Total Score: Morissette - 110.41% | Maki - 89.59%
• Eliminated: Maki Ricafort

Team Lea's Darryl Shy gave goosebumps with Asin's Balita while Mitoy also performed an OPM hit, Paano  by Eva Eugenio/Dulce. [WATCH THEIR LIVE SHOWS PERFORMANCE HERE] 

• Coach Lea's score: Mitoy - 60% | Darryl - 40%
• Public votes: Mitoy - 44.11% | Darryl - 55.89%
• Total Score: Mitoy - 104.11% | Darryl - 95.89%
• Eliminated: Darryl Shy

Team Bamboo's Lee Grane ditched the guitar and sang R.E.M.'s Losing My Religion. Her team mate, heartthrob Paolo Onesa charmed once more with Adele's Skyfall. [WATCH THEIR LIVE SHOWS PERFORMANCE HERE] 

• Coach Bamboo's score: Paolo - 60% | Lee Grane - 40%
• Public votes: Paolo - 81.24% | Lee Grane - 18.76%
• Total Score: Paolo - 141.24% | Lee Grane - 58.76%
• Eliminated: Lee Grane

Team Apl's Penelope Matanguihan gave another sweet rendition in Superstar by The Carpenters while Thor Dulay did a common contest song, Stevie Wonder's Lately. [WATCH THEIR LIVE SHOWS PERFORMANCE HERE] 

• Coach Apl's score: Thor - 55% | Penelope - 45%
• Public votes: Thor - 64.72% | Penelope - 35.28%
• Total Score: Thor - 119.72% | Penelope - 80.28%
• Eliminated: Penelope Matanguihan

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Best performance of the night: Team Sarah's Morissette Amon
Runner up: Team Lea's Darryl Shy

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The Voice of the Philippines Live Shows (September 8): Who will Continue?

The quest for the first ever “The Voice of the Philippines” continues as the top-rating and Twitter-trending singing-reality shows stages another round of Live Shows for the members of each team this Sunday (Sept 8). UPDATE: The Voice of the Philippines Live Shows (September 8) Results

Two artists from the respective teams of Apl de Ap, Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo, at Lea Salonga will face off in the Live Shows this weekend. This time, the viewing public and the coaches have an equal say, with the combined percentages of the public votes and the coaches’ scores determining who among them will remain in the competition.

Fighting for their spot in Team Apl are Thor Dulay (Lately) and Penelope Matanguihan (Superstar), while Maki Ricafort (Every Breath You Take) and Morissette Amon (What About Love) will battle for Team Sarah. Representing Team Bamboo are Lee Grane (Losing My Religion) and Paolo Onesa (Skyfall), and for Team Lea, Darryl Shy (Balita) and Mitoy (Paano).

Which among them deserve to get through to the next round of the competition, according to the viewing public and the coaches?

Below's our fearless forecast. Meanwhile, check out the official results here.

• An even battleground for Thor Dulay and Penelope. The voting public will be the deciding factor as both can get high scores from the coaches. Who will continue? Thor. Who should continue? Penelope.
• The choice of song can hurt Paolo Onesa in his quest to beat early favorite Lee Grane. However, the voting public can save him. Who will continue? Lee Grane. Who should continue? Paolo.
• Darryl Shy and Mitoy Yonting were both saved by the public. Both have unique style and got the public's support. Who will continue? Mitoy. Who should continue? Mitoy.
• The toughest battle of the night will be between Morissette Amon and Maki Ricafort. Both have the support of the Popsters. Who will continue? Morissette Amon. Who should continue. Morissette.

Don’t miss “The Voice of the Philippines,” every Saturday, 9 PM, and every Sunday, 8:15 PM on ABS-CBN. 

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Mitoy, Kimpoy Mainit, Diday Garcellano Live Shows Performance (Video) | The Voice PH (September 1)

Check out the performances of Team Lea on the second live shows of The Voice of the Philippines Sunday, September 1 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila.

Diday Garcellano proved that she can do an upbeat song in Adele's Rumour Has It.

Kimpoy Mainit performed Jeff Buckley's widely-covered gospel song Hallelujah

Mitoy Yonting once again impressed with Queen's Don't Stop Me Now.

Results: (Check out our ranking, best and worst performances of the night here)

• Saved by public vote: Mitoy Yonting (82.29%)
• Saved by the coach: Kimpoy Mainit
• Eliminated: Diday Garcellano

Videos courtesy of ithevoiceph
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Mitoy Yonting vs Chien Berbana (Video) | The Voice PH Battle Rounds

Check out the video of the battle between Mitoy Yonting and Chien Berbana in The Voice of the Philippines which was aired Sunday, July 28.

Team Lea's Chien Berbana and Mitoy Yonting was the last battle and the most-awaited of the night. Chien and Mitoy performed Heart's Alone. Mitoy and Chien let it all out but despite being both outstanding, coach Lea has to leave one behind. It was a very hard decision for Ms. Lea yet she had to do it, and so Mitoy will continue.

Here's the video of Mitoy Yonting versus Chien Berbana in The Voice PH Battle Rounds:

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