Spotify and BTS curated a love letter experience for Spotify listeners: My Top 5: BTS Songs

Over the last decade, BTS has captured the world's attention, emerging as a cultural phenomenon and propelling K-pop onto the global stage. With an ARMY of devoted fans, BTS has touched hearts with their music — from fun, dance-worthy tunes to their heartfelt and moving songs.

 

To celebrate the 10-year journey of this powerhouse K-pop group and their incredible discography, leading audio platform Spotify and BTS  curated a love letter experience for Spotify listeners:  My Top 5: BTS Songs, which launches today

While renowned for hits like Grammy-nominated bop “Dynamite” and the ultra-smooth pop track “Butter”, BTS has treated fans with diverse music and amazing songwriting throughout their career: from long-time favorite "Spring Day" with its beautiful symbolism of changing seasons, to the most recently released "Take Two", which expresses their appreciation for their fans.

 

With My Top 5: BTS Songs listeners now have the opportunity to rank and curate their personal favorite songs from a selection of BTS discography, and then share their picks with friends on social media.

 

BTS curated this special selection with Spotify that celebrates their collective discography of the past decade for the in-app experience (the selection of songs does not include the full BTS catalog or songs by other artists where BTS is featured). Here's how it works*:

●      Make sure your mobile app is up to date with the latest version available in the App store. 

●      Visit https://spotify.com/top5 on your device.

●      The experience will present a curated selection of BTS songs and allow you to select your five favorite songs. Drag and reorder them in the visual display to create your definitive list.

●      You’ll then receive a personalized digital card with your selections to share and compare on social media. Plus, for the first time in My Top 5, you can select a sharecard that showcases your BTS group bias — the member who holds a special place in your heart!

 

"Each step of our journey together has been unique and has sounded different along the way. We hope many people enjoy this new experience with Spotify’s My Top 5: BTS Songs and share their favorites with us," BTS shares.

My Top 5: BTS Songs marks the next iteration of this Spotify interactive experience after seeing massive success with other iconic artists, including The Weeknd, Kendrick Lamar, and ROSALÍA, which received an overwhelming response from fans worldwide.

Samsung Launches Worldwide Music Video Takeover at Galaxy Unpacked 2022

 

 

 

Global pop music artist BTS is at the forefront of the music scene — and, through a global takeover at Galaxy Unpacked 2022, the group had the opportunity to sweep the world once again.

By scanning the billboard QR code in Times Square, Galaxy users’ smartphones automatically started playing BTS music in sync with the big screen

 

At this year’s Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung Electronics unveiled two never-before-seen digital films starring BTS at iconic public places across five major cities: Times Square in New York City and Piccadilly Circus in London (August 10 at 4 p.m. EST), COEX in Seoul and Shibuya in Tokyo (August 13 at 11 a.m. KST) and Kudamm in Berlin.

The first digital film, “Galaxy x BTS: Unfold your world with Z Flip4,” highlighted new experiences offered by the Galaxy Z Flip4. The video, featuring “Yet To Come (The Most Beautiful Moment)” by BTS, celebrated Samsung’s newest shade Bora Purple and showed a future full of potential and possibility. The second video was a brand-new digital film to “Over the Horizon 2022 by SUGA of BTS,” a reimagining of the iconic tune that SUGA participated in producing last year in honor of the ringtone’s 10^th anniversary.

 

With its new larger-than-life campaign, Samsung is telling its users loud and clear — no matter how the future unfolds, by dreaming big, our best moments are still yet to come.

 

Relive the magic by checking out the photos from the global premiere below, and stay tuned to the Samsung YouTube channel for more BTS and Galaxy Unpacked content.

During Galaxy Unpacked 2022, digital films featuring “Yet To Come (The Most Beautiful Moment)” by BTS and “Over the Horizon 2022 by SUGA of BTS” debuted at Times Square, New York

 

 Large crowds gathered at Piccadilly Circus, London, and tuned in with their devices for the premiere of two brand-new digital films starring BTS during Galaxy Unpacked 2022

BTS shares their favorite art pieces in BTS x Street Galleries

ARMYs don’t need permission to get to know their favorite septet BTS, as the superstars are sharing their favorite art pieces in BTS x Street Galleries, a collaboration with Google Arts & Culture. The virtual gallery also takes fans on a Street View tour of cities and buildings all over the world that hold special memories for the band, and may be viewed at g.co/BTSstreetgalleries. 

Through BTS x Street Galleries, ARMY can explore 14 iconic locations, including the United Nations in New York City to the Chunggu Building in Seoul, where BTS' stories began. At each location, fans can create their own Street Gallery and view a great variety of artworks, from 18th-century Korean “moon jars” to Caravaggio paintings. These pieces were selected by the band based on values that are close to their heart. In addition, BTS x Street Galleries showcase exclusive photographs and creations by RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook themselves. 

 

This experience was made possible by the collaboration of cultural institutions from around the world with Google Street View technology.

 

To continue the celebration of ARMY’s ninth anniversary, BTS and YouTube Shorts also released the #MyBTStory “ARMY Tribute Video.” This features highlights from the month-long Shorts challenge that had ARMY sharing some of their favorite BTS memories through the years. 

 

Explore BTS x Street Galleries and get to know more about the band through their favorite artworks. Visit g.co/BTSstreetgalleries. 

 

BTS’ V Is Having Fun Vibing With Paolo Sandejas’ “Sorry” On His DRIVE VLOG

Left: UR Artist Paolo Sandejas Right: V of BTS (screengrab from BTS BLOG V Drive Vlog | BANGTANTV YouTube)

After being the only Filipino artist chosen to perform at the GMA (Golden Melody Awards) in Taiwan last June 26, 2022, Paolo Sandejashas a new milestone on his music career.

The young Universal Records Philippines singer-songwriter can’t believe his eyes when Kim Tae-hyung aka V of world-renowned South Korean boyband BTS included his song “Sorry” on his DRIVE VLOG playlist, uploaded today (July 09, 2022) just in time for ARMY Day.

The video, which runs for almost one hour, is the first episode of the boyband’s vlog series for their BANGTAN TV YouTube channel. From the looks of it, V really knows the song by heart as he enthusiastically jams to Paolo’s original single while driving his car. 

From: BTS BLOG V Drive Vlog | BANGTANTV YouTube)

Paolo Sandejas’ “Sorry” is part of his 2020 Purple Afternoon EP and now has over 405,000 streams and counting. Likewise, he has an exclusive performance video for the said song off his online EP Launch plus a Wish Bus performance video. (WATCH HERE)

Of course, Filipino ARMYs felt proud after finding out this exciting news. #PinoyPride #ProudFiloArmy

Moreover, Paolo Sandejas himself is undeniably amazed by this super big blessing. In fact, he is honored for this “surreal experience” this weekend, in time for ARMY Day. 

“The fact that one of the biggest artists in the world knows my name AND listens to my songs is insane to me! This is a surreal experience, and I have no words to express how honored I am that he enjoys a song I worked so hard on.” he explains. (You heard this here first. EXCLUSIVE)

 

Our very own “Paolo Sandejas” suddenly becomes a trending topic on Twitter under Music as of this writing.

Coldplay have today released their much-anticipated collaboration with BTS, My Universe

Coldplay have today released their much-anticipated collaboration with BTS. My Universe, which was written by Coldplay and BTS and produced by Max Martin, is available to stream / download worldwide now.

 

The song’s official lyric video - which is available now - features handwritten lyrics from both groups, in both English and Korean. 

 

Coldplay have also teased the song’s Dave Meyers-directed official music video, as “coming very soon”.

 

My Universe follows Coldplay’s worldwide hit Higher Power as the second single to be taken from the band’s forthcoming album Music Of The Spheres (out October 15th).

 

Download images / artwork for media use: cldp.ly/MU-media

For more information please visit Coldplay.com

Use PayMaya and Get 20% OFF on The Fact BTS Photobook

PayMaya is giving BTS fans all over the country an exclusive 20% discount on the coveted The Fact BTS Photobook when you purchase this collector’s item using safe and convenient payments via PayMaya from September 4-12, 2021.  

 

No matter who your bias is, The Fact BTS Photobook is an amazing addition to your collection – compiling the K-Pop group’s special photos from the “MTV Unplugged Presents: BTS” and “2020 The Fact Music Awards.” 

 

With PayMaya, not only can you get your hands on your favorite K-Pop group’s merch in a hassle-free way, you also get the best value for your money. Originally priced at P2,600, you can now get this photobook for only P2,080. All you need is to use your PayMaya app for your everyday transactions.  

By simply completing any of these single-receipt transactions with PayMaya worth at least P1,000, you’ll receive a 20% discount voucher which you can use when purchasing The Fact BTS Photobook online!

1. Use your PayMaya app to pay for your utility, insurance, or even credit card bills from the comforts of your home. 
2. Purchase your essentials online whether via the PayMaya Mall or at your go-to website and pay with your PayMaya-registered mobile number, your virtual or physical PayMaya card for hassle-free shopping.  
3. Pay via PayMaya QR or with your physical PayMaya card for safe, contactless transactions at your favorite establishments.  
4. Buy gaming pins or even lifestyle vouchers on PayMaya’s in-app shop which you can enjoy for yourself or share with your loved ones as a special treat! 
5. Enjoy a convenient way to reload your Easytrip or Autosweep RFID, or purchase other travel products on the PayMaya app’s travel button.  

 

Once you make any of these qualifying purchases from September 4-12, you’ll get a voucher on your PayMaya app containing a unique code, which you can use to avail of the 20% discount when purchasing The Fact BTS Photobook at https://mrkt.paymaya.com/.

 

And that’s it! With this awesome promo, not only did you enjoy exclusive discounts for that K-Pop merch you’ve been eyeing, you also get to take advantage of safer and more convenient transactions for your everyday essentials – whether it’s for purchasing gaming pins, paying for bills, or shopping for your groceries. Everything is easier and more rewarding, with your PayMaya app in hand. 

 

To enjoy a hassle-free and rewarding experience when purchasing your favorite K-pop merch or your daily essentials, download the PayMaya app now at https://official.paymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133 and register an account.  

  

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines, with platforms and services that cut across consumers, enterprises, communities, and government. Through its enterprise business, it is the leading payments processor for "everyday" merchants in key industries such as retail, food, transportation, utilities, and eCommerce.   

  

PayMaya provides more than 38 million registered users with access to financial services through its consumer platforms. Customers can conveniently cash in, pay, cash out, and remit through its over 300,000 digital touchpoints nationwide. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of 55,000 partner agent touchpoints nationwide serves as last-mile financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved access to digital services.   

  

To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

 

Whatever K-Pop fandom you’re from, check out Shopee Collector’s World to discover Shopee-exclusive deals and markdowns!

Although we can’t see our favorite idols in person just yet and the closest we can get to doing so is through online concerts, you can still enjoy the full stan experience! While we all continue to stay home for the time being, we can sing along to our favorite artists’ releases, laugh at their crackhead energy on variety shows, enjoy the camaraderie of fellow fans on social media, and show our support by buying K-Pop merch.

Whatever K-Pop fandom you’re from, check out Shopee Collector’s World to discover Shopee-exclusive deals and markdowns from popular and trusted merch sellers. Build your K-Pop shrine from home and check out all the kyeopta collectibles to add to your merch display at the K-Pop Merch World this August 20-21. 

 

Here are our top picks from the sale, with discounts up to 80% off: 

 

 

NCTzens, this is not a drill: 7DREAM is back! Get your very own copy of NCT Dream’s much-awaited full-length debut album, NCT DREAM Hot Sauce, from CNA Philippines. Aside from the CD, this item also includes a photobook, postcard book, sticker, folded poster, and photocard.

 

Feel hotter, sweeter, cooler with this BTS BUTTER album from N.Cat Philippines. ARMYs, you’ll find that getting both the Peaches and Cream versions is hard to resist! Each order contains the CD, photobook, lyrics card, instant photocard, photo stand, folded message card, graphic sticker, photocard, and poster.

 

Light up your TWICE shrine with this official Twice Lightband Kit. With this package, you get one light band, a gorgeous golden necklace, a photocard set, a guarantee card, and warranty. Can you already imagine what the Candy Bong ocean looks like in concert? 

 

BLINKS, don’t miss out on the chance to make this limited-edition version of the BLACKPINK Official Lightstickyours. It’s equal parts cute and badass, and the perfect companion if you’re planning yet another rewatch of Blackpink: Light Up the Sky. 

 

Until August 22, grow your collection from home with more action figures, trading cards, and merchandise at https://shopee.ph/m/collectors-world. Get an extra 10% off, capped at ₱60, on all toys and collectibles when you use the code SHPCW21 with a minimum spend of ₱500. 

 

If you’re a hobbyist looking to help others build their own collections, sign up as a Shopee seller at https://bit.ly/ShopeeSellerSignUp. Finish your application in a few easy steps to reach more collectors on Shopee.

 

Stay safe at home by going cashless with ShopeePay, your all-in-one e-wallet which you can use to Buy Load, Pay Bills, and Scan to Pay at multiple merchants nationwide. Top up your ShopeePay wallet through your debit card and online banking to enjoy exclusive ShopeePay promos such as up to 25% Bills Cashback when you pay for Meralco, Maynilad, and more; ₱5 mobile data for only ₱1; and ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Seaoil, Potato Corner, and more. 

 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Check out Shopee Collector’s World where you can find hard-to-find and specialty items!

Collecting toys and trading cards was a valuable part of childhood for many of us. There’s something wonderful about sharing a special camaraderie with fellow players and collectors in the community, enjoying the thrill of hunting down a much-coveted piece, or simply finding happiness in small things. As we spent more time at home over the past year and a half, a lot of us turned to childhood nostalgia for comfort, rekindling and deepening our passion for these interests. 

 

This August 9-22, check out Shopee Collector’s World, where you can find hard-to-find and specialty items for a wide variety of fandoms and communities while enjoying discounts up to 80% off. 

 

Join the card collecting hype which recently made a big comeback during Trading Cards World on August 12-13, find cute and colorful vinyl figures for all your fandoms during Funko Pop World on August 14-15, and immerse yourself in your favorite movie franchise by getting collectibles during Movie Merch World on August 16-17. Meanwhile, support your favorite anime and manga creators during Anime Merch World on August 18-19 and complete your album, photo card, and lightstick collections during K-Pop Merch World on August 20-21. Find discounts on all these merchandise and more during the category-wide sale until August 11 and again on August 22. 

 

You can also enjoy shopping for Shopee-exclusive items from top collectibles shops such as Big Boys, Bully Boys, Hobbiestocks, Comic Odyssey, Monster Pulls, Gundam, Hubbyte, CNA, NCAT, and a lot more. 

 

Check out our top picks: 

For the otakus

 

Recreate your favorite Naruto scene with Hubbyte Toy Store’s Shopee-exclusive Nendoroid Deidara Action Figure. Join the destructive member of the infamous Akatsuki clan on his adventures. 

 

For K-Pop stans

 

 

Smooth like butter, like a criminal undercover~ N.Cat’s BTS Butter Album is a must-have for all ARMYs. Aside from the album, it also contains a poster. Choose between the Cream or Peaches version, or get both for your K-Pop shrine! 

 

For trading cards buffs

 

Relive the magic of the card games of your childhood with these Mayday Games Card Sleeves. Each sleeve is expertly crafted to fit all of your favorite games with cards sized 63.5x88mm. Use it for A Game of Thrones LCG, Dominant Species, and more. 

 

For Funko Pop collectors

 

Hardcore NBA fans, don’t miss out on the chance to get this vinyl Michael Jordan Funko Pop. Build your dream team by adding your other favorite basketball players to your collection. Get this piece from Hobbiestock for an exclusive discount of only ₱810 from August 13-22.

 

 

For the superhero movie fans

 

No DC fan’s collection is complete without this Shopee-exclusive Batman Action Figure. With 22 moving parts, you can set this figure into a variety of dynamic action poses. It’s also highly detailed, featuring a Grapnel Launcher and Batarang that brings the DC superhero to life.

 

Grow your collection from home with more action figures, trading cards, and merchandise at https://shopee.ph/m/collectors-world.

 

Or if you’re a hobbyist looking to help others build their own collections, sign up as a Shopee seller at https://bit.ly/ShopeeSellerSignUp. 

 

Stay safe at home by going cashless with ShopeePay, your all-in-one e-wallet which you can use to Buy Load, Pay Bills, and Scan to Pay at multiple merchants nationwide. Top up your ShopeePay wallet through your debit card and online banking to enjoy exclusive ShopeePay promos such as up to 50% Bills Cashback when you pay for Meralco, Maynilad, and more; discounted load up to 50% off; ₱10 mobile data for only ₱1; and ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Seaoil, Potato Corner, and more.

 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.