Arnel Pineda's story inspires upcoming Hollywood film

MANILA – After the acclaimed 2012 documentary "Don't Stop Believin': Everyman's Journey," Journey lead vocalist Arnel Pineda will be the subject of another Hollywood movie.

According to Pineda, he will appear in the movie to be released by Warner Bros. but another actor will be cast to play him.

“I will do some parts pero baka mag-workshop muna ako. Alam ko kukuha sila ng Hollywood actor na magpe-play na ako at dapat mag-aral siya ng Tagalog,” he said.

Pineda said the movie will be part of a reality talent search that aims to inspire artists who are dreaming of launching an international career.

The grand winner of "Asian Music Camp" will win US$1 million and a recording contract. Auditions will start in January next year.

“Noong una ayoko sana pero kasama na ito ng pag-start ng music camp natin. Ang nangyari kasi sa akin is an extraordinary story so kailangan kasama siya para ma-inspire ang lahat ng aspiring musicians out there na hindi nabigyan ng chance na ituloy lang ang dreams nila,” he said.

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Arnel Pineda leaves Sugar Ray vocalist starstruck

MANILA – The frontman of the American band Sugar Ray said he got starstruck after meeting Journey vocalist Arnel Pineda at the “ASAP” studio.

Appearing on the musical variety show on Sunday, Mark McGrath said he did not know what to do when he met Pineda backstage.

“I met Arnel right over there. Arnel Pineda, I am starstruck. I don’t know what to do. He’s representing the Filipinos all over the world. I love Arnel,” he said.

McGrath and the rest of the band are currently in Manila for a one-night concert on Monday at the Araneta Coliseum.

According to McGrath, this is his first time to visit the Philippines and his experience has been overwhelming so far.

“We just got in last night. Everybody is so warm and generous and welcoming. It’s been a long overdue time for Sugar Ray to come here. Thank you for all the love. The Filipino people are so kind,” he said.

McGrath said he cannot wait to perform before all their Filipino fans on Monday and relive the '90s.

“We re looking forward to Monday night at the Araneta Coliseum. You will hear the best songs from the '90s,” he said.

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Arnel Pineda welcomes baby girl

MANILA, Philippines – Journey lead vocalist and Filipino pride Arnel Pineda's wife gave birth to a healthy baby girl on Friday.

Pineda, in a series of posts on his official Twitter page, confirmed that his wife Cherry gave birth to Thea Chenelle at around 6 p.m. on Friday.

"Welcome to the world our new little bundle of joy and angel. Baby Thea Chenelle has officially arrived last night around 6 p.m.," Pineda tweeted.

The international singing sensation also thanked those who offered prayers for the well-being of his wife and daughter, and took to the micro-blogging site to show his appreciation for "mothers' sacrifice."

"Thanks to all the offered prayers. Both my wife and the little angel made it. I came to conclusion that the mothers are one of the bravest and most noble for the sacrifice they're making just to deliver the baby safe," Pineda said.

Pineda is also known to have a son, Cherub.

Pineda, who was born and raised in Manila, joined the American band Journey as its lead vocalist in 2007, after members of the long-running rock band found videos of the Pinoy pride singing their hits on video-sharing site YouTube.

Pineda, who replaced Journey's original vocalist Steve Perry, has since gone on tour with the band, and was recently made the subject of a film chronicling his rise to fame.

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