Fresh from 'Voice' win, Jason Dy covers Sam Smith

Fresh from his "The Voice of the Philippines" win, Jason Dy took the "It's Showtime" stage on Monday with a rendition of the Sam Smith hit "I'm Not the Only One."

In his blind audition, which turned three chairs, Dy similarly took on a tune from the English singer, "Stay With Me."

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Why Sarah became emotional when Jason won

MANILA – The second season of “The Voice of the Philippines” saw a very emotional Sarah Geronimo as she coached members of Team Sarah throughout its run.

It was no different for the singer-actress on Sunday when her team's bet, Jason Dy, was declared the winner of the ABS-CBN talent search.

Immediately after the announcement, Geronimo got down on her knees with her palms on her face. Her tears did not stop flowing when she hugged and congratulated Dy.

Geronimo was also seen crying as she watched Dy sing “Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin” for his final performance.

It wasn't just the proverbial tears of joy for Geronimo, who also coached "The Voice Kids" winner Lyca Gairanod last year.

In an interview with ABS-CBNnews.com after the finale of “The Voice,” Geronimo explained she had a flashback of her own personal experience while watching Dy perform after winning “The Voice.”

Just like Dy, Geronimo also won a talent competition, “Star for a Night, which launched her to fame, also on March 1.

“Pareho kaming March 1 nanalo,” she said. “Grabe ito, unexpected. Ang ine-expect ko 'yung worst na eh. Ganun kasi ako eh. Hindi ako nag-e-expect ng kahit ano. Kaya sobrang gulat na gulat ako. Nanghina ako kanina.”

Geronimo said she was very fortunate to have coached Dy, who she described as a “world-class” talent.

“Si Jason has his own voice na hindi mo maririnig sa iba. World-class eh. Kapag pinakinggan mo, pwede mong isabay kay Sam Smith, kay Beyonce. Talagang world-class talent,” she said.

Being blessed with a good singing voice, Geronimo said the only constant advice which she gives Dy is to always sing from the heart.

“Paulit-ulit lang naman [ang sinasabi ko sa kanya], na kumanta siya lagi galing sa puso. Hindi talaga 'yan sa high notes and sa lakas ng boses. Sabi ko nga, napakahirap humanap ng artists na hindi kinakailangang bumirit para lang ma-touch ang puso mo kapag kumakanta sila,” she said, reiterating her final pitch to the viewers.

Meanwhile, Geronimo also congratulated the other “The Voice” finalists – Leah Patricio, Rence Rampanot and Alisah Bonaobra -- saying being in the Top 4 already makes them a winner.

On Sunday, Dy won a P2 million in cash, a house and lot, a new car, a music instrument package, a business package, an Asian tour package for two and a recording and managing contract with MCA Music.

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WATCH: Sarah calls Timmy 'the next Erik Santos'

MANILA - "The Voice of the Philippines" finalist Timothy Pavino is being billed as the next Erik Santos after his performance in the live shows of the second season of the singing competition.

Facing a packed Newport Performing Arts Theater at the Resorts World Manila in Pasay, the 24-year-old sang an emotional cover of his grandmother's favorite song, Basil Valdez's "Hanggang Sa Dulo Ng Walang Hanggan."

It drew strong cheers from the crowd, as well as from coaches Sarah Geronimo and Lea Salonga. The former commented: "Sa tingin ko napaka-passionate mo sa iyong musika. Talagang it showed sa performance mo kanina."

"Para kang the next Erik Santos," she added.

For her part, Salonga, who is the mentor of Pavino, said that she couldn't help but fall in love with the performance.

"Oh my God," she said in a trembling voice. "Na-in love ako sa iyo. I will not be surprised kung maraming magsasabi after this show at salamat coach Lea, na-in love kami talaga sa kanya. Your lola is without a doubt super proud."

The results of the second round of live shows will be announced on Sunday, after "Rated K."

Should Pavino move on to the next round, he will join Monique Lualhati, Jason Fernandez, Daryl Ong, Suy Galvez, Rita Martinez, Kai Honasan, Nino Alejandro, and Leah Patricio.

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WATCH: Lougee sings Aretha Franklin on 'Voice PH'

MANILA -- Mojofly's former vocalist Lougee Basabas showed off her vocal range with an Aretha Franklin classic during the Knockout Rounds of "The Voice of the Philippines" on Sunday.

Basabas performed "Chain of Fools."

"I know that this song would bring out my highs and my lows, and the mid," she explained.

Her coach, Bamboo Manalac, pitted her against Arnee Hidalgo and Tanya Diaz.

However, despite her performance, Basabas failed to move on to the next round of the competition.

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Mojofly's Lougee takes on belter Ramonne on 'Voice PH'

MANILA -- Mojofly's former vocalist Lougee Basabas moves on to the next round of "The Voice of the Philippines" after Bamboo chose her over Ramonne Rodriguez on the competition's Battle Rounds on Sunday.

The two contestants sang Bee Gees' "To Love Somebody," which Bamboo felt suited their voices.

"Pareho kasi kayong kumakanta mula dito, sa pinakamalalim na lalim ng puso niyo, doon talaga lumalabas. Both of you are wonderful," Lea Salonga said.

Sarah Geronimo praised Rodriguez for carrying herself well after nearlt tripping onstage during her performance, while apl.de.ap said he admired Rodriguez' voice.

However, both apl.de.ap and Geronimo went with Basabas.

Bamboo eventually chose Basabas, who along with Rita Martinez, Basabas will move on to the competition's next round with Kamp Kawayan.

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Good-looking Cebu native draws shrieks on 'Voice PH'

MANILA - A singer from Cebu City was an instant hit among the studio audience and netizens who were tuned in to the episode of "The Voice of the Philippines," which aired Saturday.

Jose Manuel Cubil stole the hearts of many with his good looks, launching his name shortly after his performance to among the top local trends on the microblogging site Twitter.

Even coach Lea Salonga couldn't help but whisper to her fellow coaches: "Ang gwapo."

But don't mistake him for just a pretty face, Cubil managed to turn the chair of coach apl.de.ap with the first two notes of his audition piece -- Kings of Leon's "Use Somebody."

"You got me on the first two notes. It wasn't all perfect but that's what I'm looking for -- imperfections -- so that I can challenge myself to make it perfect," the Black Eyed Peas member said.

"Maganda 'yung boses mo. Natunugan ko na nga na gwapo ka," quipped coach Sarah Geronimo. "Ako baka may hinahanap lang ako, kung ano lang 'yung tatama sa puso ko. Pero nandoon naman na," she explained of her decision not to turn her chair for Cubil.

The former "Pilipinas Got Talent" contestant eventually chose to be part of the team of Lea Salonga, who also turned her chair for Cubil. The Broadway star tried to convince Geronimo to do the same, whispering, "Sabi ko sa iyo, gwapo eh."

Salonga explained that she loved Cubil's stripped down version of the song, but also noted that there is much room for improvement.

In an attempt to woo Cubil towards her team, she promised to help the singer find the 'perfect' genre for him.

"We can allow for exploration kung saan talaga tatama 'yung boses mo, kung saan talaga nabubuhay 'yung puso mo. Pero maganda kang kumanta." she said.

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Bald 'Voice PH' hopeful endorses hair product

MANILA – Abby Asistio stood out during the first season of “The Voice of the Philippines” not only because of her talent, but also for embracing her baldness.

The singer-songwriter, who auditioned for the TV talent search, is suffering from a condition called alopecia areata, which is characterized by hair loss on some or all areas of the body.

A year after coming up with an awareness campaign for alopecia areta, Asistio has taken the next step by expressing her support for a topical scalp lotion which is marketed as “nature’s answer to hair loss.”

“I am honored to be chosen as brand ambassador to Novuhair. This new platform will help me continue my advocacy to share my music and life story,” she said.

“The strands of my hair are thicker and healthier looking,” added Asistio, who has used the product for five months.

Asistio recently released her debut, self-penned single titled “Beautiful,” which was arranged by Jay Durias of South Border.

She plans to continue her campaign to spread the word about alopecia areata and boost the confidence of other people who are diagnosed with the said condition.

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'Voice US' season 5 premieres with original coaches

MANILA -- While “The Voice of the Philippines” ended its successful first season on Sunday night, with Mitoy Yonting taking home the top prize, fans of the worldwide talent competition can look forward to the start of the fifth season of the US version of “The Voice,” which kicks off on Monday.

The Emmy-nominated show premieres its latest season on September 30 on cable channel AXN, airing Mondays and Tuesdays at 8:10 p.m., in the same week of the US telecast.

For “The Voice Season 5,” the original team of celebrity musician coaches will be reunited, as it promises to bring back “the amazing chemistry” between Blake Shelton, Maroon 5’s Adam Levine, Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green.

Last season, Usher and Shakira joined Shelton and Levine, after Aguilera and Green went on a break for their individual commitments.

Aguilera, who spent time with her five-year-old son and traveled during her break from the show, explained: “I have to take breaks, stay connected with myself. I’m a mom. When I leave here I put on sweats and a T-shirt, I check out. I needed some time to do that. I am revived and renewed.”

Returning from performing the “Cee Lo Green is Loberace” show at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, Green added: “I missed everyone. I'm happy to be here.”

Both return to a series that is now looking like “The Blake Shelton Show” as the country music star has already coached three consecutive winners of “The Voice” since season 2.

As with previous seasons of “The Voice,” the four stars will once again start picking their teams by only hearing contestants sing in the signature blind auditions. If a coach is impressed by the contestant’s voice, a button is pressed to select the artist for his or her team, and only at this point, the coach's chair will turn to face the contestant. If more than one coach push their buttons, the contestant gets to choose his or her coach.

Once the teams are set, the battle is on. Coaches, with help from additional celebrity advisors, dedicate themselves to develop their teams of talents, offer advice and share the secrets of their success. Fans will revel in the thrills and spills of the vocal training and elimination competition through the battle, knockout and live performance rounds. And in the end, America’s TV audience will decide who among the coaches’ protégés wins the prize of $100,000 and a recording contract as “The Voice.”

Also with the show for all five seasons is host Carson Daly who praised Aguilera and Green for not having “missed a beat” upon their return. Calling the coaches a “solid” group, Daly also called “The Voice Season 5” the “best season” that they have ever made.

Meanwhile, the producers have confirmed that Usher and Shakira will be back next season.

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Mitoy on 'Voice PH' win: Masaya at pinagpala ako

MANILA – Veteran band vocalist Mitoy Yonting is still reeling from his victory Sunday night after he was named the first-ever winner of “The Voice of the Philippines.”

In an interview with ABS-CBN News immediately after the show, Yonting said he feels blessed that a lot of people voted for him.

“Masayang masaya po ako. Pinagpala ako ngayong araw na ito. Maraming salamat sa Diyos at sa mga gumastos ng load nila,” he said.

Yonting said he is clueless as to how he got a massive support but added that he would like to believe that those who voted for him really believed in his talent.

“Siguro 'yung mga nakakapanood ng gigs ko, baka doon ko nahuli ang loob nila. Siguro 'yun ang nagtulak sa kanila para suportahan ako,” he said unsurely.

Asked what he is planning to do with the P2-million cash prize, Yonting said in jest: “Pag-iisipan muna. Itatago ko muna, siguro after 40 years saka ko gagalawin. Magkano ang interes no’n?”

Speaking on a serious note, the 42-year-old member of Team Lea said he would definitely think about how to spend the money considering what he went through to clinch the victory.

“Pag-iisipan ko muna, mahirap 'yung bigla kasi malaking pera. Kung alam niyo lang ang hriap niyan, talagang mahirap kaya sisiguraduhin ko na maayos ang paggagamitan ko,” he said.

Aside from Yonting, his coach, Tony winner Lea Salonga, was equally elated that her bet won.

“It’s been interesting. It’s been amazing. It’s been wonderful. It’s been a learning experience for me because this is the first time I’ve coached like this. I’m hoping that he actually got something from it,” she said.

According to Salonga, she and Yonting did not expect the victory and that they were already content with the top 2 spot.

“For me kasi, we were also talking about it na okay na, we are in the top 2, we are fine. Whatever is God’s will, that’s what will happen. The kaba was gone because at that point, it was beyond us,” she said.

“I think it’s God’s will that we got the second spot to sing which made me happy that he got to sing last. He picked a song that he knew, he’s comfortable with, that he didn’t have to learn,” she added.

Saying Yonting is deserving of the win, Salonga is hoping the world will get to know his talent and good heart.

As the first-ever winner of “The Voice of the Philippines,” Yonting won a P2 million, a new car, an Asian tour package for two and a four-year recording contract with MCA Universal.

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Shane Filan talks about Westlife, going solo, 'Voice PH'

Former Westlife member to perform on 'Voice PH' finale

MANILA -- Shane Filan, one-fifth the wildly popular Westlife, is in the Philippines to promote a new sound entirely separate from the Irish boyband that made waves in the late '90s.

The 34-year-old singer recently released his first-ever single as a solo artist, "Everything to Me," which is also the title of his Southeast Asian tour promoting the song.



Shortly after a press conference held Friday for Filan's fifth visit in Manila, ABS-CBN News' MJ Felipe got to chat with the heartthrob singer on his upcoming guest appearance on "The Voice of the Philippines," his influences in coming up with a new album, and whether there is a Westlife reunion in sight.

Find out below:

How many times have you been to the Philippines?

I've been here five times, so it's pretty incredible, the support we've got in Manila, in the Philippines in general has always been amazing. But this is my first solo trip, and I didn't expect anything like this at all. I was shocked when I came here and in the airport yesterday. But you know what? It's great. It's given me a little of confidence -- probably something that I needed earlier in my career.

What were you looking forward to coming here?

I guess, you know, I wanted people to hear my name, Shane Filan. I want people to hear my music, and I think it's very important to travel to countries. I think it's very important to meet the people, do the interviews and get to see your fans, because it's important to them, you know. It's not just about doing phone calls. I think it's good to go and see places.

And you know, for me, this is my... I'm only two months into my solo career, so it's very, very early. But to do a Southeast Asian trip -- the record company asked me if I wanted to -- I said I'd love to. So Jakarta and Manila are the first two cities this time, but I hope to see more before Christmas and maybe after Christmas as well.

This Sunday, we're looking forward to you performing on 'The Voice of the Philippines.'

It's huge, I heard. It's crazy! Look, I'm honored to be asked to be on 'The Voice.' It's a big show, obviously, all over the world, but to have this side of an audience in a country is massive. I'm going to be singing with the contestants, too, a little Westlife medley. And I'm going to do an interview and they'll hear some of music and maybe my video and stuff. So I'm thrilled to be on it. It's one of those big shows when I heard [about], 'Wow, good.'

Are you aware that Filipinos are big fans of Westlife music?

I know that, yeah. It's one of those things that you know... It's so far away from home, and you realize when you come to a country, you just get so much attention and so much love and support it's like... It's quite overwhelming, you know, but you leave smiling. So it's always like, you think, 'I can't wait to come back to do a concert.'

So Westlife did a lot of concerts here and we were very successful, obviously, but you know, this is my new thing. It's early days but I hope someday I can come back and do a concert. Probably next year if it's going good.

How's Westlife? Are you guys still friends? Are you guys still in touch with each other?

We're very much friends, and we're still in touch with each other all the time. We don't see each other a lot because I suppose we're all carving out our individual paths in life right now. And it takes time, you know. And we all said, 'We probably won't see each other for a while when we end the band, but we'll meet up a few years and we'll go for some beers and we'll talk about everything that we're doing.' And I think that's something that will happen.

But, you know, I miss the guys, obviously. We had great fun on the road. Even when I'm here now, I remember certain things, and you kind of think, 'I used to do that with the boys, I used to do this.' But this is my life now and we're all individually doing our own thing, and it's something that you just have to get used to. But I have amazing memories of Westlife.

People got the impression that you were the leader of the band.

Oh, no. There was never really. I think people might have thought that, you know, because I sang a lot. But I didn't have that feeling when I was in the band. I used to love singing, and myself and Mark (Feehily) did a lot of the lead vocals and maybe Brian (McFadden) as well. But the five of us were a unit, the four of us -- when we were just four -- we were a unit, we were very equal. And we always treated each other with that kind of equal respect, and I think that's why we lasted so long.

Are we looking forward to a reunion?

There's no talk, there's no plans at all, if I'm being honest. When we ended the band, we said, 'You know what, this something that we took probably two to three years to decide.' And we didn't want to be one of those bands that, you know, pretending and lying to our fans that, 'Yeah, we're splitting up,' but then we get back together two years later. It's not something like that.

But you know, in the future, who knows? We all still get on, I love the boys, so there's no reason why someday it might not happen. But I think it would be a long time down the road. But, again, it might not happen either. I don't know.

What's your new sound?

It's pop music, but it's country folk-pop music with a touch of soul. Some of the songs are a bit more soulful. I went to Nashville to write a lot of the songs, and I felt when I came back from there -- I brought a few songs back -- I brought more of a new sound in my head, of stuff that I love. I love folk music, I love Irish music. It's just the type of music that I love. I think there are some great melodies there. It's quite upbeat. Probably more upbeat than Westlife, not as many ballads, but still enough ballads for people to hear their love songs.

I think it's a little more American, maybe, than Westlife. It's not something that I was thinking of. It's just more of the sound that I went for. It's the sound... I didn't want to be like anybody else, I didn't want to sound like Michael Buble or Bruno Mars. I didn't want to be them. I wanted to be Shane Filan, and I want to find my sound. And it's got to start somewhere, and you've got to build that up and it takes time. So hopefully, you know, in two or three years time, somebody will try not to be like me and try to be, you know, and try to be their new sound.

It's something that you kind of have to work hard [for]. I don't think there's anybody right now in the world that's similar to me, and I think I've tried to avoid all that. It try to keep that sound, so hopefully... But it's still pop music.

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Lea sings with Patti Austin on 'Voice PH'

MANILA – In a rare moment, “The Voice of the Philippines” coach Lea Salonga performed with Grammy-winning jazz artist Patti Austin on the TV talent contest’s live show on Sunday at Resorts World Manila.

Salonga came onstage first with Austin’s hit “If I Believe” backed up by the “Voice” contestants before introducing the visiting international star, who joined her onstage amid shrieks from the surprised audience. They then sang a duet on Austin’s song “In My Life.”

Austin is in the country for a series of concerts. She and jazz artist George Benson had a concert last week. – “The Voice of the Philippines,” September 8, 2013

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'Old dog' Bamboo unaffected by critics

MANILA - Rock singer Bamboo Mañalac is unaffected by those who criticize the way he chooses contestants in the reality singing competition "The Voice of the Philippines."

Mañalac, who is one of the four coaches on the show, recently drew flak online for choosing Makati-based singer Lee Grane over Marikina-born band vocalist Dan Billiano; and acoustic singer Paolo Onesa over the father-and-son duo Mark and Willy Cordovales during the battle rounds.

In an interview on ANC's "Headstart" on Friday, he reiterated that he is "a coach first before a judge."

"The choice between Willy and Paolo, again, I'm looking for the voice, someone... with a versatile voice who I can sort of train. I think it's easier to teach than to correct, that's my thing," Mañalac explained.

"I just thought he did a great job," he added, referring to Paolo. "I think the boys, they performed better but I think the tone, the richness of the voice, the honey, the glint in the eye, I think Paolo had that."

"That's what I love about the show, everyone got to express [his or her] opinion. Social media is part of the show. It's awesome that they get to express their opinion."

Mañalac said he "did not even flinch" upon reading the negative comments about him on social media.

The rock singer went on to call himself "an old dog."

"I'm an old dog. I've been around [for quite some time] so I'm pretty solid, I have a foundation of who I am and what I am doing, and my work speaks for itself," he said.

What would disturb him, however, is the idea of his team members in "The Voice of the Philippines" get "attacked."

"I only get bothered when they start attacking kids on my team. Because they are kids, they are not ready with this yet," he said. You know what I mean. They are not ready for reality TV. So that bothers me, when they are attacked. That's when I feel I have to say something."

Mañalac said his stint at "The Voice of the Philippines" is a good learning experience for him as an artist.

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Sarah, Apl in all-out clash over 'Voice PH' 4-chair turner Klarisse

Pop star claims 'destiny' in recruiting former rival

MANILA -- In a show-stopping clash on "The Voice of the Philippines" in its episode aired Saturday, coaches Sarah Geronimo and Allan "apl.de.ap" Pineda made desperate pleas to convince four-chair turner Klarisse de Guzman to join their respective teams.

Impressing all four coaches with her rendition of the OPM hit "Tulak ng Bibig, Kabig ng Dibdib," the 21-year-old de Guzman came face-to-face with her former rival on a singing contest.





Geronimo and de Guzman were competitors in the 2002 TV program "Star for a Night," which the Kapamilya star won to claim the title "Pop Star Princess."

A visibly shocked Geronimo rushed to the stage to hug de Guzman, whom she had known as "Klang," when the auditionee related her history with the coach.

Claiming advantage of her connection with the artist, Geronimo brought up their being former co-finalists in attempting to recruit de Guzman.

Interrupting Geronimo, coach Bamboo Manalac called out the pop star for "cheating," to which the latter quipped, "Let me finish first!"

Conceding she isn't the best fit as coach for de Guzman, Lea Salonga drew laughs when she sat by the stage facing her fellow coaches, saying she would have more fun watching them fight over the artist.

'Connections'
Blocking interruptions from her fellow coaches, Geronimo stood up to make her case, telling de Guzman, "Klarisse, I think it's destiny. Nauna ako dito para dalhin ka naman sa panahon mo, at ito ang panahon mo. Hayaan mo 'kong tulungan kita!"

The pop star then brought up her "connections" as she dialed a number on her phone, with veteran singer Martin Nievera answering at the other end.

A member of the Grammy-winning group The Black Eyed Peas, Pineda pulled out the same card as he tried reaching his close friend, American music producer William "will.i.am" Adams.





What followed was a moment of humiliation for Pineda, who was met with a voice mail prompt on the line, as Nievera sang praises for Geronimo's world-class talent.

Despite what appeared to be hard-fought battle among the coaches, de Guzman did not take time in deciding who to pick as her mentor.

"Pipiliin ko 'tong coach na 'to kasi alam kong matutulungan niya talaga ako, and gusto ko ulit siya makasama," de Guzman said, prompting an ecstatic response from Geronimo.

Worldwide trending

As in previous weeks, the auditions seen during Saturday's episode of "The Voice of the Philippines" dominated conversations on micro-blogging site Twitter. The official hashtag of the program, "#VoicePH," even claimed the second spot in the worldwide trending topics at its peak.


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Lea vs Sarah anew for Gapan beauty in 'Voice PH'

MANILA, Philippines – Superstar coaches Lea Salonga and Sarah Geronimo battled again on “The Voice of the Philippines” on Sunday for a 17-year-old veteran of singing contests and beauty pageants.

On the fifth weekend of Blind Auditions of the hit reality talent search, the two female coaches found themselves competing once again, this time for Lecelle Trinidad from Gapan, Nueva Ecija, who wowed Salonga and Geronimo with her rendition of “Bust Your Windows” by Jasmine Sullivan.

Trinidad, whose parents separated last year, said she joined “The Voice of the Philippines” to help her father who is sick. “Pwede nitong baguhin ‘yung buhay ko at matutulungan ang father ko at buong family ko,” she said before her performance.

Geronimo praised Trinidad for her confident performance. “Parang napaka-pro mo na,” she said, “Sobra akong makaka-relate sa iyo.”

Salonga also lauded Trinidad for her clean vocal quality but noted that she could improve her enunciation.

“‘Yung pagbigkas ng iyong mga salita, matutulungan kita kung piliin mo ako,” she said. “Gaganda ang English mo sa akin.”

“Patay tayo diyan, kakaunti lang ang baon ko,” Geronimo said after Salonga’s quip.

Trinidad became emotional about having to pick between the two women, saying she wasn’t expecting any judge to turn for her.

“Napaka-honored po dahil humarap kayong dalawa,” she said before praising Salonga and Geronimo.

“Kaso po ever since po ini-idol ko po si Ate Sarah, so kay Ate Sarah po ako,” she added.

After her audition, Geronimo again praised Trinidad. “Pareho kami ng timbre …ang laki talaga ng potential,” she said.

Lea vs Sarah vs Apl

Salonga and Geronimo also competed for another contestant, 21-year-old Penelope Matanguihan from Batangas, but lost out to apl.de.apl, who also turned for his chair. Matanguihan, a fresh graduate, sang Beyonce’s “Love on Top.”

Matanguihan said she chose the Black Eyed Peas member because she hopes he can teach her to dance. “Kasi po parang tropa-tropa po at frustration ko na hindi ako marunong sumayaw,” she said after her audition.

Salonga did nab two contestants on Sunday’s episode – band vocalist Rainier Acosta and 16-year-old rocker Japs Mendoza – to bring her total to 11 contestants, just one short of the 12 members she needs.

Bamboo Manalac also brought his team total to 11 after getting music student Talia Reyes.

Apl.de.ap has 10 contestants, while Geronimo has nine.

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