Go forth and Indiefy!

Because we want you to know that independent Filipino music is awesome!

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#JDindiefest

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MAKING JACK DANIEL’S MUSIC HISTORY AT THE JD ON STAGE CEBU SCOUTING GIG

Cebu’s longtime landmark for local independent music bands and music rogues alike, The Outpost in Lahug, Cebu City, saw a standing room capacity on a Friday night last January 24, as Jack Daniel’s and crew brought to life the Cebu and final leg of the JD On Stage Scouting Gig Tour.

Following the same campaign mechanics with a slight twist, Jack On Stage tapped into 5 of the most prominent local independent music gig productions of Metro Cebu to recommend the city’s most happening bands today. From which Jack Daniel’s will observe and identify their chosen delegate that will be sent to perform at the major events in Manila and likewise proceed to the succeeding rounds of the JD On Stage campaign and possibly the next Jack’s Chosen One.  These chosen grassroots communities of gig productions groups are Skinny Buddha, Escape Artist, Rocket One, Crazymonkey and Ricubus.  

As the night was lead to open by JD On Stage inhouse show host Roanna Ruiz of Jam 88.3, the Cebu Scouting Gig kicked off an upbeat of sound, showmanship and spunk from the first band recommended by Rocket One Productions – Gestalt. Whose energy was clearly sustained by the second act boasting with audio know-how and powerful female vocals from the band Neverending Weekend, the only recommended artist by veteran Cebu prod group, Skinny Buddha.

Claiming a good hour on stage were the remaining recommended artists from Rocket One Productions: Drop Out Club and Dymphna who rocked it like they meant it. Lashing out their own brand of new school rock and sunshine were the Ricubus Productions’ recommendations— Foc Fashion. Escape Artist Productions and their best bets Shuffled and The Line Divides consecutively churned out serious youthful guitar riffs and vocal melodies as gig goers in the crowd clamored for more with their Jack mix drinks in hand courtesy of the Friends of Jack segment. And finally, Crazymonkey Productions’ released their secret weapon of a live act S.T.I.F.

Sifting out for the finest on-the-brink band of the evening was just too tight a task as each recommended artists that performed all proved an excellent show set after set. Jack Daniel’s and the JD On Stage had then finally lowered down the curtains on its first phase of the campaign with a bang, a full house capacity of true blue music lovers and players old and new, and a treasure trove of listening pleasure worthy of making the move to open its doors in Metro Cebu and create a memorable event in Jack Daniel’s history.

  Play with heart. Drink with care.

For 18+ y.o. only.

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JACK ON STAGE WRAPPING UP WITH THE 6TH SCOUTING GIG AT ALPHONSE ON DEC 13!

If you think you’ve seen it all— guess again! Jack Daniel’s Philippines’ newest music program, The Jack On Stage drums out the final leg of the Scouting Gig Tour on Dec 13, 2013 at Alphonse Bistro in City Golf Plaza, Julia Vargas Avenue Ortigas Center, Pasig City.

Following the mechanics of its predecessor The JD Set, the current music program teams up with 7 of the most active independent music groups in the local independent music scene today.  In the program, these are five independent gig production outfits and one independent record label namely Revolver Productions, Red Ninja Productions, Hello Strange, Attraction! Reaction!, Strike Back Attack and Blaster Records. Who are part of the grassroots communities in the Philippine independent music scene.

These local communities contribute a lot in keeping the local artists and their music alive and whom Jack Daniel’s has chosen to be its eyes and ears in the independent music scene for the Jack On Stage music program. From their effective promotional skills, high number of followers and gig attendees, and most importantly— their reliable recommendation of 7 independent bands who are on-the-brink of making it big at their respective musical careers.

Cap off the Scouting Gigs phase with us as we lash out a yet another fine lineup of artists hosted by Strike Back Attack— from the escalator romances and dancing neonlights of Antimano, the explosive Flying Ipis, emotionally driven newbie Circa, indie super group Steady Machine, hiphop meets rock with QYork Live and Trick6, deliriously good scales and songwritings from Farewell Fair Weather, modern day grunge warfare Android-18, along with two of Red Ninja Production’s recommended artists Lions & Acrobats and Imelda.

Hosted by a powerhouse of Jack On Stage’s indie gig production and media partners Strike Back Attack, Red Ninja Productions, and NDFY.me.

Jack On Stage incorporates to the program one of Jack Daniel’s special segment that is Friends of Jack. For every Scouting Gig tour, everyone is encouraged to sign up to be a “Friend of Jack” for exclusive premium items and get in at the Scouting Gigs for free with your own complementary drink courtesy of Jack Daniel’s.

Visit the official Online Cohost of this Friday’s 5th Scouting Gig— NDFY.me on Facebook to find out how you can be a Friend of Jack.

Giddy up for a sweet sweet show and show your fervent support for the passion-fueled independent spirit this Friday, December 13, 2013 at Alphonse Bistro in City Golf Plaza Julia Vargas Avenue Ortigas Center Pasig City as Strike Back Attack, Red Ninja Productions, and JD On Stage puts up a rocking show in a signature Jack Daniel’s fashion like you’ve never experienced before. So we dare to ask… ARE YOU ‘IN’?

Play with heart. Drink with care. 

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LOCAL INDIE MUSIC HEAVYWEIGHTS AWAIT YOU AT THE JACK ON STAGE 4TH SCOUTING GIG

Now what did we tell you? Jack Daniel’s Philippines’ newest music program— The Jack On Stage sets the local gig scene ablaze as we celebrate Filipino independent bands week after week in the Jack On Stage Scouting Gig Tour! Next stop: Craft Pub & Grill in Bonifacio Global City, The Fort.

Following the mechanics of its predecessor The JD Set, the current music program teams up with 7 of the most active independent music groups in the local independent music scene today.  In the program, these are five independent gig production outfits and one independent record label namely Revolver Productions, Red Ninja Productions, Hello Strange, Attraction! Reaction!, Strike Back Attack and Blaster Records. Who are part of the grassroots communities in the Philippine independent music scene.

These local communities contribute a lot in keeping the local artists and their music alive and whom Jack Daniel’s has chosen to be its eyes and ears in the independent music scene for the Jack On Stage music program. From their effective promotional skills, high number of followers and gig attendees, and most importantly— their reliable recommendation of 7 independent bands who are on-the-brink of making it big at their respective musical careers. 

Prepared to be blown away with a Jack Daniel’s drink on hand for an electrifying lineup of local indie artists: Curbside, Earthmover, Wilderness, Autotelic, Peso Movement, Faintlight, The Strange Creatures, Stereodeal, Bad Hair Day and Paranoid City.

Hosted by a powerhouse of Jack On Stage’s indie gig production and media partners: Hello Strange Productions, Red Ninja Productions, and Splintr.com. 

Get your horn signs ready and show your fervent support for the passion-fueled independent spirit this Friday, November 29, 2013 at Craft Pub & Grill in Bonifacio Global City, The Fort as Hello Strange, Red Ninja Productions, and JD On Stage puts up a rocking show in a signature Jack Daniel’s fashion like you’ve never experienced before. So we dare to ask… ARE YOU ‘IN’?

  Play with heart. Drink with care.

For 18+ y.o. only.

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JACK ON STAGE 3RD SCOUTING GIG NOV 22: GOOD GIGS AND WE DON’T STOP!

Jack Daniel’s Philippines is filling up your weekends with awesome gig shows headlined by none other than our local independent music artists, all year long! Next stop— Last Home Ortigas!

Catch another goldmine of musical talent at Jack On Stage 3rd Scouting Gig this Friday, Nov 22 at Last Home in Julia Vargas Ave, Ortigas Center Pasig. Hosted by independent record label Blaster Records and indie gig production outfit Red Ninja Productions, showcasing their recommended artist from the local independent music scene today.

The Manila independent band scene alone is teeming with musical talent all waiting for their shot at taking their music higher. Such is why Jack On Stage rounds up a whole slew of independent artists recommended by 6 of the most out-there gig production outfits and music labels for a series of shows to celebrate the independent music artist.

In the program, these are five independent gig production outfits and one independent record label namely Revolver Productions, Red Ninja Productions, Hello Strange, Attraction! Reaction!, Strike Back Attack and Blaster Records. Who are part of the grassroots communities in the Philippine independent music scene.

These local communities contribute a lot in keeping the local artists and their music alive and whom Jack Daniel’s has chosen to be its eyes and ears in the independent music scene for the Jack On Stage music program. From their effective promotional skills, high number of followers and gig attendees, and most importantly— their reliable recommendation of 7 independent bands who are on-the-brink of making it big at their respective musical careers.

Unearth a treasure trove of indie music heroes whose songs are yet to be sung: Cygnet, Parada, Kala, Penguin, Sanctus, Eleyn, Subscapular, Reklamo and Red Ninja’s recommended artist— Runway Crimes.

Make yourselves present and show your fervent support for the passion-fueled independent spirit this Friday, November 22, 2013 at Last Home in Julia Vargas Avenue, Ortigas Center Pasig City As Blaster Records, Red Ninja Productions and JD On Stage puts up a rocking show in a signature Jack Daniel’s fashion like you’ve never experienced before. So we dare to ask… ARE YOU ‘IN’? 

Play with heart. Drink with care.

For 18+ y.o. only.

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CATCH THE JACK ON STAGE’s 2nd SCOUTING GIG TOUR ON NOV 15!

In light of recent events, Jack Daniel’s and its latest music program, the Jack On Stage, resumes to the JDOS Scouting Gig Tour more beefed up than ever, beginning this Friday!

One of the local independent music scene’s most active gig production outfits Attraction! Reaction! teams up with the Jack On Stage this Friday, Nov 15, 9pm at 70s Bistro in Anonas Avenue, Quezon City to carry on the support for the independent musician. Following the mechanics of its predecessor The JD Set, the current music program teams up with 7 of the most active independent music groups in the local independent music scene today.

In the program, these are five independent gig production outfits and one independent record label namely Revolver Productions, Red Ninja Productions, Hello Strange, Attraction! Reaction!, Strike Back Attack and Blaster Records. Who are part of the grassroots communities in the Philippine independent music scene.

These local communities contribute a lot in keeping the local artists and their music alive and whom Jack Daniel’s has chosen to be its eyes and ears in the independent music scene for the Jack On Stage music program. From their effective promotional skills, high number of followers and gig attendees, and most importantly— their reliable recommendation of 7 independent bands who are on-the-brink of making it big at their respective musical careers.

Stick around for an eclectic mix of indie rock marathon with infinitely hummable tunes and irresistible rhythms from Ang Bandang Shirley, subdued and melody-driven Ciudad, song-crafting intelligence The Purplechickens, gospel-meets-psychedelic-rock-and-country-music The Strangeness, poetic and moody guitar undertoned Your Imaginary Friends, three-piece indie rockstars Twin Lobster and the very original yet insanely entertaining Halik Ni Gringo.

Not only to make up for last week’s lost event, Jack On Stage soups up the upcoming Scouting Gigs with incorporating recommended on-the-break independent artists from Red Ninja’s roster. First in line are heart tugging postrockers Tonight We Sleep and fiercely female fronted band Ferown.

Jack On Stage incorporates to the program one of Jack Daniel’s special segment that is Friends of Jack. For every Scouting Gig tour, everyone is encouraged to sign up to be a “Friend of Jack” for exclusive premium items and get in at the Scouting Gigs for free with your own complementary drink courtesy of Jack Daniel’s.

Log on to to (the official Online Cohost of Attraction! Reaction! for the 2nd Scouting Gig) at www.vandalsonthewall.com to find out how you can be a Friend of Jack.

Make yourselves present and show your fervent support for the passion-fueled independent spirit this Friday, November 15, 2013 at 70s Bistro in Anonas Avenue, Quezon City As Attraction! Reaction! Productions and JD On Stage puts up a rocking show in a signature Jack Daniel’s fashion like you’ve never experienced before. So we dare to ask… ARE YOU ‘IN’?

Play with heart. Drink with care.

For 18+ y.o. only.

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JD On Stage Scouting Gig Round 2: FIGHT!

If you think the first leg of the Jack On Stage Scouting Gig Tour last October 25th at Saguijo, Makati kicked serious butt (as it really did!), wait til you check out the 2nd installment this Friday at Bside The Collective Makati!

Come around as Jack Daniel’s shows you how local independent music should be supported through the new regional campaign— The Jack On Stage. Following the mechanics of its predecessor The JD Set, the current music program teams up with 7 of the most active independent music groups in the local independent music scene today.

In the program, these are five independent gig production outfits and one independent record label namely Revolver Productions, Red Ninja Productions, Hello Strange, Attraction! Reaction!, Strike Back Attack and Blaster Records - all are part of the grassroots communities in the Philippine independent music scene.

These local communities contribute a lot in keeping the local artists and their music alive and whom Jack Daniel’s has chosen to be its eyes and ears in the independent music scene for the Jack On Stage music program. From their effective promotional skills, high number of followers and gig attendees, and most importantly— their reliable recommendation of 7 independent bands who are on-the-brink of making it big at their respective musical careers.

Catch a high voltage lineup of on-the-brink artists recommended by the 2nd Scouting Gig’s host Red Ninja Productions: Curbside, Earthmover, Tonight We Sleep, Lions & Acrobats, Runway Crimes, Imelda, Ferown and Trick6. 

Jack On Stage incorporates to the program one of Jack Daniel’s special segment that is Friends of Jack. For every Scouting Gig tour, everyone is encouraged to sign up to be a “Friend of Jack” for exclusive premium items and get in at the Scouting Gigs for free with your own complementary drink courtesy of Jack Daniel’s. [Log on to Amplify.ph (the official Online Cohost of Red Ninja Productions for the 2nd Scouting Gig) to find out how you can be a Friend of Jack.] 

Make yourselves present and show your fervent support for the passion-fueled independent spirit this Friday, November 8, 2013 at Bside, The Collective in Malugay Street, Makati City, as Red Ninja Productions and JD On Stage puts up a rocking show in a signature Jack Daniel’s fashion like you’ve never experienced before. So we dare to ask… ARE YOU ‘IN’?

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Play with heart. Drink with care.

For 18+ y.o. only.

For schedules and more info on the Scouting Gigs and the Jack Daniel’s On Stage program visit Jack Daniel’s Philippines on Facebook or keep your tabs glued here on the NDFY.me blog or on the NDFY.me Facebook page.

Jack Daniel’s On Stage is supported by its event partners: JB Music, Rogue Magazine, Jack TV, Manila Bulletin, Business World and Sonic Boom.

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BRRRRRRRR...

Benjie Remorin, a Filipino artist based in Singapore, is giving everyone an early Christmas gift!

Download his track "Sa Araw ng Disyembre" for FREE: http://bit.ly/SaArawNgDisyembre

You can also listen to him here: www.NDFY.me/BenjieRemorin

Go forth and indiefy!

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Trick or Treat!

Wow, it has been a long time since our last post on our blog.

To make amends, here's our treat: DOWNLOAD KAAPIN'S LATEST TRACK! [http://bit.ly/KaapiNSandcastles]

And that was the trick, it is not our treat but KaapiN's! #tagapagdagdagngdiyes

Go forth and indiefy!

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Check out KaapiN's full EP on NDFY: www.NDFY.me/KaapiN

Like KaapiN on Facebook: www.facebook.com/KaapiN

Follow them on Twitter: www.twitter.com/KaapiNph

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ARE YOU ‘IN’ FOR THE JD ON STAGE 1ST SCOUTING GIG?

Lock, loaded and ready to roll, the Jack On Stage Scouting Gigs have begun! After kicking off at its private event last Friday October 18 at Publiko Gastropub in Eastwood City Libis, Jack Daniel’s brings to the forefront the first phase of its new music program—The Jack Daniel’s  “Jack On Stage”.

In the new campaign, Jack Daniel’s handpicks and teams up with 6 of the most active independent music groups in the local independent music scene today. In the program, these are five independent gig production outfits and one independent record label namely Revolver Productions, Red Ninja Productions, Hello Strange, Attraction! Reaction!, Strike Back Attack and Blaster Records - all are part of the grassroot communities in the Philippine independent music.

These local communities contribute a lot in keeping the local artists and their music alive and whom Jack Daniel’s has chosen to be its eyes and ears in the independent music scene for the Jack On Stage music program. From their effective promotional skills, high number of followers and gig attendees, and most importantly— their reliable recommendation of 7 independent bands who are on-the-brink of making it big at their respective musical careers.

On October 25, 2013 in Saguijo Makati, Jack On Stage embarks on its first phase in the program that is the Scouting Gigs Tour. With the first leg hosted by Revolver Productions, headed by its captain Cris Ramos, Revolver is an offshoot of the weekly music reviews column in the Life & Times section of the Saturday edition of the Manila Times newspaper,  which in turn was named after one of The Beatles’ best albums. Inspired by notable electronic music icon Moby and his music festival Area One, and local music productions such as Admit One and Play4serve, Revolver aims to bring an eclectic and dynamic line up of performers under one roof every month.

Performing in the 1st Scouting Gig are Revolver’s highly recommended independent bands:  husband and wife rock electronica duo Turbo Goth, young and soulful solo artist Earl, indie electropop twosome Moonwlk, fierce female fronted and funk souled Soulpage, pop soft metal core Mad Hatter Day, pop rock slowcore December Avenue, and indie fuzz rock Identikit.

 Jack On Stage incorporates to the program one of Jack Daniel’s special segment that is Friends of Jack. For every Scouting Gig tour, everyone is encouraged to sign up to be a “friend of Jack” for exclusive premium items courtesy of Jack Daniel’s. [Log on to Vandals On The Wall (the official Online Cohost of Revolver Productions for the 1st Scouting Gig) to find out how you can be a Friend of Jack.]

Make yourselves present and show your fervent support for the passion-fueled independent spirit this Friday, October 25 9pm at Saguijo in Guijo St Makati City. As Revolver Productions and JD On Stage puts up a rocking show in a signature Jack Daniel’s fashion like you’ve never experienced before. So we dare to ask… ARE YOU ‘IN’?

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Play with heart. Drink with care.

For 18+ y.o. only.

For schedules and more info on the Scouting Gigs and the Jack Daniel’s On Stage program visit Jack Daniel’s Philippines on Facebook or keep your tabs glued here on the NDFY.me blog or on the NDFY.me Facebook page.

Jack Daniel’s On Stage is supported by its event partners: JB Music, Rogue Magazine, Jack TV, Manila Bulletin, Business World and Sonic Boom.

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ARE YOU ‘IN’?

This is a story of independence, integrity, and authenticity. Unbeknownst to most, in the 1800's, Mr. Jack Daniel himself started a movement that hundreds of years later, is still practiced and proves to be the catalyst of some of the best musical collaborations.  

1866, saw the birth of the Jack Daniel's Distillery which soon turned into the best, if not the only, Tennessee whiskey in the entire world.  He also began the oldest recorded music sponsorship when he and his band, The Silver Cornet Band, started playing at his saloons that were serving Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey.  Ever the supporter of independent music, Jack Daniel's continues its reign to showcase the best music from all corners of the world. 

Being a musician himself, Mr. Jack never lost sight of the talent behind each musician and always acknowledged that a lot of the talent came from independent artists.  Hundreds of years later, Jack Daniel's in the Philippines and around the world continues that support by launching localized music programs that support independent music. This year, Jack Daniel’s Philippines celebrates independent music with the “Jack On Stage”. 

Now on its 3rd Philippine tour, Jack Daniel's has changed the pace and came up with another unique celebration of Filipino independent music. Jack Daniel’s Philippines has been successfully sending local Philippine talent across the region for the past six 6 years. 

In 2007, the Jack Daniel’s Global Music Program locally tagged the Jack Mix Collaborations, saw Nyko Maca + Playground, together with Cynthia Alexander, representing the Philippines at the regional concert held in Hard Rock Singapore.  

In 2009, an adaptation of the original U.K. based "The JD Set" was launched, and saw loads of independent artists vying for the top spot, which was successfully conquered last March 2013 by Mr. Bones and the Boneyard Circus, who went on to representing the Philippines at the Jack Daniel’s regional held in Cambodia. 

This year, with Jack Daniel’s On Stage, the Philippines will bear witness to the independent artists who are making the most waves through their creative ways of playing their music be it through their authentic compositions. 

Jack Daniel’s On Stage is the new music program that will once again showcase the magic of the independent artist. Beginning the tour with the aptly named “Scouting Gigs” where 6 independent production groups will highlight 7 different independent bands each, Jack starts anew the search for the ONE that will represent the Philippines at yet another Jack Daniel’s regional event abroad in 2015, and offers their hand in either producing or marketing the chosen band’s full album.

By tapping into this “grassroots approach” of locating the best of the best, Jack Daniel’s is proud to be working alongside these communities who truly keep the music in the Philippines alive and kicking.

Also new to Jack Daniel’s On Stage will be the incorporation of one of the Philippines' top music breeding factories, Cebu City. Wherein, a Cebu based band will also be sent to Manila where the major events of the Jack Daniel’s On Stage will be happening.

Indeed there is something new with Old No. 7 that may stir up noise for the independent musician and Jack invites all avid music fans to get involved. Let’s support music for the INdependent Spirit that is fueled by passion, authenticity and supported with integrity.

So we dare to ask…. ARE YOU ‘IN’?

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Play with heart. Drink with care.

For 18+y.o. only. 

For schedules and more info on the Scouting Gigs and the Jack Daniel’s On Stage program, visit Jack Daniel’s Philippines on Facebook or through NDFY.me's blog or Facebook fan page. 

Jack Daniel’s On Stage is supported by its event partners: JB Music, Rogue Magazine, JackTV, Manila Bulletin, Business World and Sonic Boom.

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[CONTEST] 10 + 10 + 10 = 10

We're giving away 10 tickets, 10 shirts, and 10 posters to 10 people.

Want a shot at it? Click here.

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MaharLikha: A Celebration of Creative Freedom

As a way of celebrating the talents of its roster of artists, music portal NDFY.me formally launches its website in a two-stage concert on June 11, 2013 at B-Side The Collective, in Makati City.

Dubbed "MaharLikha" (a play on the word Maharlika, an elite class of Filipinos with power, and Likha, or to create/creation), the event will feature 24 bands, from all over the country, who have signed up for NDFY. The bands were chosen by an independent panel of music bloggers/media practitioners: Ian Urrutia of vandalsonthewall.blogspot.com and Ren Aguila, contributing writer of pindiemusic.com.

“NDFY is more than a portal that streams independent Filipino music. We're a collective of musicians and listeners, who love the local music scene" says Glen Macadaeg, Metronome (i.e. CEO) of NDFY. "More importantly, we're a movement that aims to bridge the gap between listeners who constantly search for new Filipino music, and artists who want to widen their audience beyond their geographical boundaries."

NDFY (pronounced “in-die-fy”) started in 2011 when Glen, a music aficionado and marketing practitioner in the FMCG industry, and his brother Gep, a seasoned musician and marketer, wanted to open more windows of opportunities for musicians, regardless of genre. They invited other friends of different professional backgrounds to join the team and pitch in their knowledge and talent in developing NDFY.

The website went on beta test last December of 2012 and as of May 20, 2013, has included more than 120+ artists of various genres in its roster. And since then has had an average of 20,000 page visits per month – helping the artists find new fans which can be attested by new music discoveries of listeners, as shared on social media such as Facebook and Twitter.

"The event is more than about NDFY; it’s about the independent Filipino artist who continues to produce original music despite the current circumstance of the industry. #NDFYLive: MaharLikha is to celebrate our independent Filipino artists’ creative freedom – they are an elite class of Filipinos who deserve to be heard and respected, given their creative contributions to the Filipino culture,” concludes Macadaeg.

[Check out the event details here: http://bit.ly/NDFYLiveMaharlikHa]

#NDFYLive: MaharLikha will happen this June 11, 2013 at B-Side. The event is in cooperation with Doc Def Productions, with special thanks to the following brand partners: Dupe, HeyGarch.com, Lyric Piano, Moonleaf, and Timbre Headphones, and media partners: Bootleg-Radio.com, Muni.ph, Pindiemusic.com, RadioRepublic.ph, Webgeek.ph, VandalsOnTheWall.com, WhenInManila.Com, and YabangPinoy.com.

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And The Winner Is...

Do you know how hard it was for us to choose the winners of this contest?! We even got the help of guest judges so as to stop the internal bickering that happened from among the NDFY core team! (Thank you Ian and Bel!)

Recipients of the Timbre Vouchers (worth PhP500 each)

Rachel Pedraja 

Jann Revv Lambarte

El Cid 

Kapitanluffy Pirata 

Raymond Weil Azucena Ylagan 

And the best Summer Soundtrack, who wins the Timbre "Gitara" Headphones is... *drum roll* 

Angelica Dugay Abarabar! *applause*

Congratulations to all the winners of the contest! If we experienced headaches by choosing the best summer soundtrack, what more did you guys suffer when you chose just three from the tons of good tracks available in NDFY, right?!

To all those who sent their entries (but did not win), thank you, too! That's how life goes... Oh well... But don't fret! There's always a next time! Watch out for more contests soon! In the meantime, y'all deserve a pat on the back. *pat*pat*pat* Good job still for making the decision super hard for us! 

Thanks again to Timbre for the prizes and for supporting the movement! We look forward to more collaborations with you guys!

Go forth and Indiefy!

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NDFY.me x Timbre Soundtrack For This Summer

WHAT'S YOUR SOUNDTRACK FOR THIS SUMMER?

Get a chance to win a pair of Timbre Headphones just by sharing your Summer Soundtrack!

To celebrate the movement's milestones, NDFY.me is collaborating with Timbre Headphones for the "Soundtrack For This Summer" activity which invites independent Filipino music enthusiasts to submit and share their Top 3 tracks on NDFY.me, that will "color" their summer.

Six (6) winners will be chosen. The participant with the best summer soundtrack will receive a pair of Timbre "Gitara" Headphones, while the rest shall each get a Timbre voucher worth PhP500.00. 

Here are the mechanics of the NDFY.me x Timbre activity:

1) LIKE NDFY.me AND Timbre Headphones on Facebook.

2) CLICK this photo. Then LIKE & SHARE this photo with an answer to the question:

"What are the three (3) songs that will be your soundtrack for this summer?"

(IMPORTANT: set your post to Public so we can see your entry!)

3) Answers should follow the following format:

My Soundtrack for this Summer: + "Digital Love" - Techiyaki (www.NDFY.me/Techiyaki) + "Everyone's The Same" - KaapiN (www.NDFY.me/KaapiN) + "Dwelling" - Skydive Academy (www.NDFY.me/SkydiveAcademy)

4) The best answers will be internally chosen. The best answer will receive 1 pair of Timbre Headphones. The next 5 good answers shall each receive a Timbre voucher worth PhP500.00.

5) All songs should be found on www.NDFY.me. Inclusion of songs not on the website will invalidate your entry. For duplicate answers, the first to share shall be considered the first to submit.

6) Announcement of winners shall be on March 25, 2013. Goodluck! Go forth and indiefy! (Credits to Uela of Chillitees, Dan Gil of LIQUIDPOST and Vintageboy for the photo)

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Awesome Week-NDFY Hackathon

Super busy and productive weekend for the NDFY.me team!

Apart from small tweaks here and there, here are the three major site improvements the team accomplished over the weekend:

Landing Page Looks awesome right?

Thanks to tide/edit for letting us use their photo!

Facebook Connect On the site's landing page, people can now express their support for the movement by signing-up via their Facebook accounts. (We invite everyone who use the site to use this feature, and express their support for the movement!)

Embed Links As requested by Ian Urrutia of Vandals On The Wall and Bel Certeza of Pindiemusic.com, all tracks uploaded on NDFY.me can now be embedded on blogs and websites, like so:

The link to the track player can be accessed by clicking the 'lightning bolt' beside the play button that both appear as the mouse cursor hovers over each track. This is an awesome development as we continue to develop the "eco-system" we want our independent Filipino musicians to thrive in.

So there. If you have comments or suggestions, please feel free to email us via [email protected].

Watch out for more site improvements soon!

Go forth and Indiefy!

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NDFY-ned: NDFY Defined

Revolution Records? Guerrilla Records? Spark Music? Pedal Music? Volumedia?

And then it hit me, "Indiefy."

The name came after we pitched to our tech consultant, bro-grammer extraordinaire , Andrei Navarro, the idea of coming up with a website (and other tools) to help empower independent OPM artists.

At the onset of our idea generation, we've always wanted this to be a cultural movement to spark another deluge of OPM artists, similar to what we experienced during the 90's. And being a movement, I wanted a name that connotes a dynamic process. I wanted a brand name that sounds like, and can be used as a verb.

And thus, we settled with "Indiefy."

Indiefy is, in a way, a combination of 2 words: 

Independent - since our goal is to empower the independent OPM artist, we used a word, or better yet, the spirit, that they can most surely identify with.

Defy - given the current state of our music scene, the movement is an act of defiance to what is currently being fed to us. A challenge to break the old "rules," given the new web-enabled era we are in. 

Indiefy, then, is a verb which means:

"to create independent music independent from old rules"

Similar to Aramaic and Arabic text, we then shortened the verb by removing all the vowels, and came up with NDFY. This made the verb "subjective," depending on the user's context (ex: "bg" can be "bag," "beg," "big," "bog," or "bug," depending on the context or the words before and after the word) - the way music is subjective, depending on the listener's context.

Cool, isn't it? :)

Now that you know...

Go forth and Indiefy,

Glen Macadaeg NDFY.me - Metronome