In his latest release YJV, Young JV collaborates with KZ Tandingan, Karylle and Vice Ganda
After two hit albums under his belt, the platinum-selling Ready or Not and the gold record Doin’ It Big, Young JV is making a bid to repeat the success with his latest release, YJV. And the singer-actor is getting a little help from some of his friends.
Working with recent Philpop winner Thyro Alfaro, the Star Records and Cornerstone co-managed artist recently scored a hit with the upbeat song called Ale. The music video for the song is also making waves in music channels and various social media sites.
The new five-song album sees the young rapper collaborate with the likes of KZ Tandingan on Mismo Baby and Karylle on Hurts So Bad, tracks he co-wrote with ace songwriters Jungee Marcelo and Marcus Davis Jr. But his list of friends who lent him a hand does not end there.
YJV, which will soon be re-released as a repackaged album, now gives Young JV the chance for another noteworthy collaboration with Vice Ganda. The two worked together to come up with the track PasaDiyos for inclusion in the special edition release.
The exciting third album, as Young JV says, will be “a fusion of EDM (electronic dance music) and R&B.” Moreover, he described this combination of music genre as “an explosion of heavy, melodic and uplifting synths that can only come from my heart.”
The heartfelt offering to fans has endeared the young rapper to his numerous followers, with whom he touches base in malls shows and campus tours like the ones he had been doing in support of YJV.
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The youngest son of retired Col. Red Kapunan, who was a pivotal figure in the original EDSA People Power Revolution, Young JV is himself an achiever. Aside from making headway in the recording industry with his efforts, he is nursing an acting career that sees him playing Benjamin on ABS-CBN’s series, Nathaniel.
His previous acting roles were in Dyesebel, Annaliza and Princess and I, as well as a couple of episodes of Maalaala Mo Kaya. His other notable portrayal was in Budoy, where he ably supported Gerald Anderson, who played the title role.
Accomplished as he is in these fields, Young JV happens to be a star player on the hardcourt. In fact, at the 2013 Star Magic Games, he was given an MVP award after showing off his basketball skills during a streetball game.
However, Young JV’s proudest moments come from his work with Lahing Bayani Foundation, which he founded while serving as ambassador for HERO Foundation, All Lights Village and PhilYEN. Last July, Young JV celebrated his birthday with the children of the fallen heroes in military service at the AFP grounds.
On a lighter note, Young JV recently showed his appetite for life and that he will not back down from a challenge — that of conquering the 12 Wheeler Burger, a humongous 12-inch burger served at Garage 88 Bar & Restaurant along Katipunan in Quezon City. In facing off with and winning over the monster burger, Young JV was named as the first-ever celebrity winner of the 12 Wheeler Burger Challenge.
Young JV’s fans can catch him this month at various SM Malls on Sept. 13, Novaliches Mall Atirum at 5 p.m.; Sept. 19, Consolacion Event Center, 5 p.m.; Sept. 20, Muntinlupa Event Center, 3 p.m. and Las Piñas Upper Ground Floor, 5 p.m.; Sept. 26, Apalit Second Floor, 3 p.m. and San Fernando Downtown Fourth Level, 5 p.m.; and Sept. 27, Dasmariñas Event Center, 5 p.m.
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