CELEBRITY WORLD PH
By Crispina M. Belen
Ladine Roxas remakes hubby's composition with a twist - a duet with Kris Lawrence!
Ladine Roxas' latest single "Within" by her husband and multi-awarded composer Vehnee Saturno, is a duet with Kris Lawrence, a renowned R&B recording artist in the Philippines.
Hers is the third version of "WIthin" since it won the Best Song award 13 years ago at the Shanghai International Song Festival. Its then interpreter was Lordenn Panganiban. Then in 2011, "Within" was recorded by Sarah Geronimo and it was included in her "One Heart" album.
Coming from two powerful singers, Ladine and Kris' new version packs power as well with its soulful rendition. You can watch it here https://youtu.be/43lsRTe0ptE?si=IewGMoiIW9LJ4f8K. Taking a break from her online and face-to-face vocal coaching, Ladine's excited to have recorded and released a song again. Below, she tells me more about her journey "Within."
So how did the collaboration started?
Enthusiastically, Ladine said: "It was during the pandemic that I realized I missed singing so much. I had so much time practicing songs because basically I was too occupied with my responsibilities with Vehnee Saturno Music Training Center. I was the managing director and head coach of VSMTC. Sabi ko, dami-dami ko na pinapractice na songs, saan mo gagamitin mga ito? And when finally there was a glint of hope for all of us to get back to our normal lives after the pandemic, I told Vehnee I would like to go back to singing. In fact, even before this collaboration project with Kris came into mind, I released two Christmas songs - "Miracles of Christmas" and "Hiwaga ng Pasko."
With regards to doing duets, Ladine described it as fun.
"It was also challenging too. To be able to explore our strengths in singing while doing the harmonies together makes it so exciting! Lalo na when we finally hear the final mix of the song! Dun pa lang fulfilling na. Nakakatuwa talaga."
When asked what "Within" is all about, she said, "It is about those feelings you are holding back! Kasi ayaw mong makasakit o huwag muna sabihin na masama ang loob mo kasi you're avoiding confrontations or ayaw no lang palakihin certain situations. It can actually be with your partners, parents or children, work mates and best friends too. Basta yung feelings na tinatago mo sa loob mo."
And how was she able to maintain her voice given that we all just came from a pandemic? Ladine shared that she was able to rest her voice during the pandemic.
"A rested voice is important for for singers. Kasi when I teach, sobrang pagod ang boses ko. So during the lockdown ang dami ko pang nadiscover on how to use my voice placement when I sing."
With the release of "Within" in various digital platforms, it's expected already that Ladine and Kris are going to be busy promoting it. She shared that the will be having radio promotions and TV appearances too.
She added: "Actually before recording with Kris, I already did two other collaboration duets. One with Vehnee and one with Marielle Montellano, that was during the pandemic pa. But 'Within' is special kasi yung song favorite ko talaga. And I guess perfect talaga yung time niya when we decided to record it with Kris Lawrence!"
She revealed that she and Vehnee plan to come out with seven more collaborations, one with her favorite DIVA, before making an album. Then shows or concerts would follow!
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