Justin Timberlake Brings the Sexy Back in a Suit and Tie
Spiffy JT is back, a bite-size sampler of things to come in tow.
Road to the Grammys: Frank Ocean’s "Channel Orange"
"Channel Orange, in one word, is unconventional," says Fonzi Marquez of the maiden record from young, Grammy-nominated artist Frank Ocean.…
There are B-Sides to Every Story: Ely Buendia on “Fruitcake”
"I stand by 'Fruitcake'," says Ely Buendia of the Eraserheads' criminally underappreciated thematic opus. A Rice Radio retrospective.
I Heart Art Live: A Celebration of Art
Rice Radio's I Heart Art Live was a resounding success. Photos and reportage by Fonzi Marquez here.
X-Mas in Tune: Jose Mari Chan on “Christmas in Our Hearts”
Jose Mari Chan reminisces with Rice Radio about his signature Christmas number, which still holds an undisputed record both in…
Charlie Lim in 140-Character Bursts
Rice Radio trades tweets with ace Singaporean singer-songwriter Charlie Lim, whose heartbreaking grasp of folk hints at a long career…
The Real Lee Grane
"When I sing, it's my spirit that sings." Get to know Lee Grane before she launches her debut record on…
URCC Celebrates 10 Years of Pinoy Mixed Martial Arts
The longest-running MMA production in Asia intends to mount "the biggest and the most exciting MMA tournament the Philippines has…
All New X-Men #1
In this season of role reversals and mythical reimaginings, Brian Michael Bendis' All-New X-Men #1 certainly does not disappoint.
Greyson Chance: On His New Record, the Follies of Overproduction, and (For the Last Time) Bieber
Greyson Chance speaks to the Manila music press about recapturing the "organic" in his new EP. Okay, he also fields…
Roi Francisco: The Perfect Shot
Despite his years as a lensman, Roi Francisco is still after the elusive "perfect shot." Find out more about the…
Brian Sombero: Of Aces and Songwriting
Brian Sombero's got aces up his sleeve. And, yes, apart from songcraft, we mean cards, too.
Marilou Diaz-Abaya: Impressions
"More than her body of work, which had its highs and lows, [Marilou Diaz-Abaya] created a path to follow, an…
The Man Behind The Woman in Black
Stage writer-director William Elvin Manzano talks to Rice Radio about the different colors and hues of the theatrical mind.
Galaxy SIII vs iPhone 5: Return of the Phone Wars
Has the iPhone finally succumbed to Galaxy in this particular round of smartphone one-ups? Geekstrong asks and answers.
Show and Tell: October TV Checklist
Well, the idiot box doesn't have to be idiotic at all. TV's banging this month, and here are some reasons…
#MayOPM: Narinig Mo Na Ba Ang Musika?
The "debate" (yes, in quotes) may have died down, but Yabang Pinoy's OPM push persists, head held up high.
Battalia Royale 3: My Story
Rice Radio community manager Fonzi Marquez recounts how he became "a changed man" after watching Battalia Royale.
Walking the Walk: Walk the Moon's Eli Maiman
"If you’re too cool for fun, we may not be for you," Walk the Moon's Eli Maiman speaks to Rice…
Choose Your Side: Counter-Strike: The Global Offensive
Geekstrong reports on why Counter-Strike: The Global Offensive is hot (and, in some cases, why it's not).
Carlos Castaño: On Home Recording
Carlos Castaño speaks of a trade both pirvate and public: recording at home, and on your own.
I’m Abby, I Have Alopecia, and I’m Coming Out Bald This September 25th
Singer-songwriter Abby Asistio has had the hair-loss disease alopecia areata since she was four. This is her story.
The Mystic Island of Siquijor and the Solili Festival
Forget spooky; Siquijor deserves more than just your cursory look-see: breath-taking beaches, Spanish-era structures, name it.
DC Comics The New 52 #0's
If you're late to the reboot party that is DC's The New 52, let these issue #0's usher you in.
Silent Films and the Philippine Art Scene
Mum when silent films are brought up? Watch The 6th International Silent Film Festival and end that spell of speechless unfamiliarity.
Guide to Davao City: Kadayawan 2012
The Kadayawan Festival is, essentially, a form of thanksgiving, and is open to everyone to share with Davao's bountiful harvest.
Alessandra de Rossi on Her Maiden Release (Pun Absolutely Intended)
The acclaimed actress records an entire album of homemade electro-pop, and releases it for free on the web.




