Charmaine's Recent News

March 06, 2010

Charmaine Hosts and Narrates Documentary Film "The Hidden Dream"

"The Hidden Dream," a powerful documentary about the Filipino experience with America, has been released on DVD. Produced by Lilies and Ravens International, the film explores the intimate and complicated relationship between the Philippines and the United States. In addition to having several of her songs on the soundtrack, Charmaine is the film's on-camera host and narrator. Read More

March 01, 2010

Female Network Profiles "Jazzipino Queen"

Writer Stephanie Castillo profiles Charmaine: "It is her unfailing loyalty to the Philippines and Filipinos that has brought this domestic diva so much success in her career—even spawning the hybrid Fil-Am jazz genre she coined: Jazzipino." In the interview, Charmaine gives FN her views on fame, Filipino mentalities, and the future of jazz. Read More

February 23, 2010

"Here Lies Love" Release Postponed

The worldwide release of David Byrne and Fatboy Slim's "Here Lies Love" on Nonesuch Records, originally scheduled for today, has been postponed until April 6th. Samples and pre-release downloads remain available at DavidByrne.com. Charmaine joins Cyndi Lauper, Tori Amos, and other vocalists as one of the guest stars. She appears on Track #9, "Walk Like a Woman." Read More

February 17, 2010

Manila Sense & Style Magazine Feature

The February issue of Manila's monthly fashion, beauty, and culture magazine features a full-page Q&A with the Philippines' celebrated jazzipino export. Editor Krizette Chu quizzes Charmaine about what's on her current playlist -- aside from jazz. Read More