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Toycon is upon us! And just as I did before the global pandemic, I’m here to put a spotlight on three of their idol guests who will grace the annual event. The Philippines is no longer a stranger to idols, whether Jpop, Kpop, or even the rising Ppop. Toycon’s guests this year, however, are what we would call “Underground Idols”, idols who do not appear in major media such as TV broadcasts or magazines but are active mainly in live performances. Sometimes called “live” or “indie” idols, these are artists…

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The Philippine Toys, Hobbies and Collectibles Convention, better known as TOYCON PH, is celebrating 18 years of serving pop culture enjoyment to its fans both local and international. For the past 17 years, TOYCON made huge contributions to making the Philippine pop culture scene the most dynamic and the most fan-centric experience in the region. It started the pop culture revolution in the country. And now it is capturing the heart of pop culture enthusiasts in the whole Asia Pacific region. Presenting a fresh visual identity through a new logo,…

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It is easy to shrug off my experiences as that of a fan in the midst of euphoria, making something as more than it actually was. But that is, in essence, what fan experience is all about.

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