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Filipino singer-songwriter and producer   raven  unravels the colors of life that appeared to have beautifully bloomed in the new album,   Kinulayan , out today via Sony Music Entertainment. According to raven,  Kinulayan  refers to someone whose dull, boring life brightened up after crossing paths with the person worth the risk in love. The rising phenom wrote and produced  Kinulayan  with the utmost purpose of conveying happiness that radiates with positive emotions and expressions. A free-spirited record that bursts with hues and energy,  Kinulayan  allows listeners to find great pleasure in embracing the simple joys of life and the escape that it offers. “The songs in the album reflect the different stages in a relationship,” the Balcony Music Entertainment act shares. “From catching feelings to wanting to spend the rest of your life with the other half, the record traces these developments from a romantic standpoint.” Track list The youn...

Filipino singer-songwriter/producer raven expresses affection towards his special someone in the new single “Sinta,” out today via Sony Music Entertainment. According to raven, the song is inspired by slice-of-life anime shows and his personal encounters with love.  “On Sinta, I’ve traveled back in time to relive some of my most memorable romantic experiences,” narrates the Balcony Entertainment act. “It’s my way of honoring teen love in its purest form.” The bedroom-pop heartthrob exudes a breadth of impressive musicianship with his mix of buoyant melodies, irresistible rap verses, and lighthearted arrangements.  As expected, raven channels his vibey, chill side in a song that sounds delightfully homemade, but certainly isn’t lacking in charisma and confidence.  “Sinta” is written, produced, mixed, and mastered by raven himself, with guidance from Rico Blanco, his constant mentor and idol.  “Sir Rico helped me polish the material without sacrificing what makes it a ...