Confusion at Universal Records

News sources are reporting that Eason's upcoming Mandarin album info is being leaked online prior to it's promotion, including releasing info on composers, lyricists, song titles, album title, release date, etc.

In regards to the "info leak," Universal Records responds there there are truths and fallacies to the "leaked" info, stating that the expected release date, album title, and a portion of song titles are correct. Universal issued a statement: "Fans are too enthusiastic to support Eason, but this will cause problems for the company when promoting the album. We hope that, for the sake of Eason, fans will understand [and not leak info.]"

Source: yule 05.31.2008

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Although the news sources don't name any particular site as "leaking" the info, this blog is one (of many) who has posted info regarding Eason's upcoming Mandarin album. There is no intention of causing problems for promo of the upcoming album, but this blog would like to state: there is CONFUSION at Universal Records!

On Tuesday, May 27, 2008, Eason went onto 2 radio shows (CRHK & RTHK) to PROMOTE the upcoming Mandarin album. Eason himself named the 9 track titles, composers, lyricists, album title, release date, etc. Therefore, there is no leakage.

Universal Records needs to get with the program.
News sources might want to ask Katie Chan next time.

"Eason's Moving On Stage 11 - Singapore" Ticket Info

Eason's Moving On Stage 2008 World Tour continues as Stage 11 will be held in Singapore on July 26, 2008 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.

To purchase tickets: sistic
Presented by: hype records

More info:

Following the astounding success of the 16 nights of sold-out concerts in Hong Kong last year, the quirky and ever-talented singer returns to Singapore once again with his much-anticipated electrifying concert featuring a splendid array of signature hits and new tunes!

A skilled and charismatic singer, Eason is one of Hong Kong’s most prominent musicians. Ever since hitting home with his success formula of “rough sound” in his 1996 music debut, Eason’s easy listening and chill-out pop swept Asia’s music scene by storm.

Through more than 30 critically acclaimed Mandarin and Cantopop music albums as well as uncountable music and popularity awards garnered in the past twelve years of his music career, the singer-song writer has established himself as one of the most popular artiste in the region.

Expect an exuberant night of pure indulgence as Eason brings on a quality music gig featuring his extensive repertoire of mega hit songs and chart toppers such as 愛情轉移, K歌之王, 好久不見, 謝謝儂, 不如這樣, 十年, 淘汰, 兄妹, 預感, as well as refreshing performance offerings specially for the Singapore. Whether you are true blue fan or a chill-out music lover, Eason's Moving On Stage 11 will definitely be a show of powerful music and showmanship not to be missed!

Sources: hype records & sistic (thanks ellie, for links) 05.31.2008

"Eason's Moving On Stage 10 - Macau" - Ticket Info

Eason's Moving On Stage 2008 World Tour will make it's 10th stop in Macau (or Macao) for 2 shows on July 18 & 19, 2008 at the Cotai Strip Cotai Arena at The Venetian Macao Resort Hotel.

To purchase tickets: Venetian Macao Tickets

More info:

Eason Chan will be making his 10th stop on his Moving On Stage World Tour at the Cotai Strip Cotai Arena on Friday July 18 & Saturday July 19, 2008.

Praised by critics and fellow musicians alike as one of the most accomplished singers on the Canto Pop Music scene, Eason’s popularity continues to reach new heights. Not only an accomplished singer, Eason frequently showcases his musical talent by incorporating a wide variety of musical instruments into his live performances, including the piano, drums, guitar, violin, harmonica, saxophone, electronic organ and trumpet.

This talent has seen Eason win a magnitude of awards, most recently in 2007 he was awarded the prestigious Hong Kong Most Popular Male Singer Award as well becoming Hong Kong's highest selling male artist, a feat he achieved in both 2002 and 2003.

Source: the venetian macao resort hotel 05.31.2008

"Eason's Moving On Stage 9 - Kuala Lumpur" Ticket Info

Eason's Moving On Stage 2008 World Tour continues with Stage 9 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The show will be held on June 14, 2008 at the Stadium Merdeka.

To purchase tickets: galaxy

Source: galaxy 05.31.2008

Upcoming Cantonese Album: The Latest Information

Format: New + Best of Cantonese Collection
Tracks: 2 new and 20+ old tracks released since 2005
Expected release date: The 2nd half of 2008

Track List:

1. New Track written by Wyman Wong
2. New Track written by Lin Xi
3. Jazz version of Crying in the Party (similar to 2008 RTHK Music Awards version)
4. 只是近黃昏, Remix version of 夕陽無限好
5. 2008 RTHK Music Awards solo medley performance (possibly on DVD)

(note: all info is up-to-date by Eason himself, but nothing is finalized until the album is released)

Sources: joyceha at discuss, crhk, rthk 05.27.2008

Upcoming Mandarin Album: The Latest Information

Title: 不想放手 (Don't Want To Let Go)
Expected Release Date: June 20, 2008
Producer: Jim Lee
Extra: Stella So is expected to illustrate her interpretation of each song, which would then be put side by side with the lyrics and printed on an A4 sized booklet (a little narrower & a little longer than letter size (8.5 in x 11 in)).

Track List:

01. 路...一直都在 (Road...Has Always Been There)

Composer: Adrian Fu
Lyricist: Wu Xiang Fei
Other Info: Theme Song for Johnnie Walker 2008

0x. 不要說話 (Don't Need to Speak)

Composer: Xiao Ke
Lyricist: Xiao Ke
Other Info: Theme Song to the film Esquire Runway

03. 七 (Seven)

Lyricist: Wu Xiang Fei
Other Info: A rather personal piece. The secret to the meaning behind Eason's 七 tattoo behind his neck, only "this person" knows.

0x. 倒帶人生 (Life In Rewind)

Composer: Khalil Fong
Other Info: Demo title: Orange Moon

0x. Aren't You Glad?

Composer: Russell Harris
Language: English
Other Info: British Rock style (i.e. Suede, Queen, Oasis). Lin Xi penned the Chinese lyrics to the song, titled 恭喜你 (Congratulations), but the original English lyrics felt more in place. Lin Xi put a lot of effort into the lyrics so 2 versions (Mandarin & English) was going to be recorded, but Lin Xi insisted on the English version only. Eason insisted that he would one day get the opportunity to perform this song with Lin Xi's Chinese lyrics.

0x. 土星環 (Saturn's Ring)

Composer: Adrian Fu
Lyricist: Wyman Wong
Other Info: Demo title: I'm A Mess. Message of lyrics: a lonely astronaut believes that The Little Prince (or original title, Le Petit Prince) actually exists.

0x. 漂亮小姐 (Beautiful Lady)

Composer: Alex Ni
Other Info: Message of lyrics: even a married man can take a look at a beautiful lady. This song is not expected to be plugged.

0x. 獨居動物 (Living Alone Animal)

Other Info: Similar that it is compared to be the follow-up to 謝謝儂, but more difficult to sing. Demo originates from a Japanese group.

09.

10. 然後怎樣 (What Comes After?)

Lyricist: Lin Xi
Other Info: A quick 2:37 min. track, no music break, performed in one "breath."

(note: all info is up-to-date by Eason himself, but nothing is finalized until the album is released)

Sources: joyceha at discuss, crhk, rthk 05.27.2008

"Eason's Moving On Stage" 2008 World Tour Continues

Eason's Moving On Stage 2008 World Tour continues after a set back due to the 2008 Beijing Olympics. For those who were wondering if Eason will make stops elsewhere in Canada and the US, it is scheduled that Eason will stop in Vancouver and San Francisco. Additionally, Eason will make another stop in Taipei.

There is currently no information on ticket sales for stages 12 - 22. Updates will be made when tickets go on sale.

The updated schedule of the tour is posted to your right.

Auntie & Uncle "Killer" Constance Chan

Auntie & Uncle "killer" ("killer" as in how actors who capture the viewership of housewives are called "housewife killer," i.e. Michael Tao, Moses Chan) Constance Chan, only three and a half years old, makes her second appearance (first appearance can be found here) on Denise Ho's blog.

Photos can be found at Denise's blog: geelee-gooloogutgut

The post titled: Next Week (下星期), Denise first talks about her trip to Sichuan next week before turning back to the present and talking about the celebration of her one month old god daughter.

Text from Denise's blog regarding Constance:

又係我個favourite包包......
個個見親佢都比佢lum死。

小美人
邊有BB仔笑得甘sweet架?

識到新朋友仔，手拖手，開心到紮紮跳。
對住小朋友真係特別開心。
希望世上所有小孩繼續天真無邪

Translated:

My favorite B again...
Everyone that sees her is "lum" to death by her.

Little beauty
Where have you seen a BB smile this sweet?

After meeting a new friend, hand in hand, she jumps up and down with joy.
For young children, it is an especially happy thing for them.
[I] hope that all the children in the world will continue to be innocent.

Source: HOCC Official Blog 05.22.2008

Faye Wong Makes Her "Return," Performs With Eason, Ah Niu, Faith Yang

Faye Wong performs for the first time in 3 years at the fundraising event 愛的奉獻. Though this is not an indicator that Faye is making a return to the industry, she lent her voice and money (reportedly $6 million of her own money) to help the victims of the Sichuan Earthquake. During the event, Faye performed 但願人長久 with Eason Chan, Ah Niu and Faith Yang.

Eason Sends Letter of Encouragement to Victims of the Sichuan Earthquake

Two days ago, Eason Chan attended the 愛的奉獻 fundraising event to benefit the Sichuan Earthquake Relief Efforts in Beijing. Eason was scheduled to promote his upcoming concert and Mandarin album in Malaysia, but due to the Sichuan Earthquake Eason canceled his promotions and immediately flew to Beijing for the fundraiser, where he donated his voice and money. On stage, Eason had the following words of encouragement, "Blood is thicker than water, we must be strong, there is hope for tomorrow, continue to be strong." (血濃於水, 我們一定要堅強, 希望在明天, 好好加油.)

Eason also wrote a letter of encouragement, hoping that the words will be transferred to the victims. The message in the letter is as follows:

There are always good and bad sides to everything.
Personally, I will always look to the good side!
I feel that as long as everyone works together to make something work, then it is enough - just like tonight, when I will be working with the three other performers.
I hope that everyone will continue to work hard together, then the road ahead will be very beautiful and fulfilling.
Keep on going, comrades!
Eason Chan - 18 May 2008

(translated by Emma Lam)

Sources: sina (on.cc) 05.20.2008 & Emma Lam at batgwa 05.21.2008

19th Taiwan Golden Melody Awards - Nomination

The 19th Taiwan Golden Melody Awards Ceremony will be held on July 5, 2008 at Taipei Arena in Taiwan. The nominees were announced and Eason Chan was nominated in one category, as follows:

Best Mandarin Male Artist
Eason Chan - 認了吧 (Admit It)
Tank - 延長比賽 (Keep Fighting)
Shin - 我就是我 (It's Me)
Pei An Yang - 楊培安II (Pei An Yang's Album No. 2)
Gary Cao - Super Sunshine
Khalil Fong - 未來 (Wonderland)

Source: ent.qq 05.22.2008

Eason Chan Brings Cheer to Less Fortunate Children

KUALA LUMPUR

Hong Kong singer-actor Eason Chan Yik-Shun has got not only a big fan following but has a big heart, too.

He showed his charitable side when he was in town to promote his concert next month.

Dubbed the New Generation God of Song by the Chinese media, Chan promised a night of revelry at the Malaysian leg, the ninth stop to his Moving On Stage 2008 world tour.

“This time around I’ll be doing more dancing,'' he said at a press conference here yesterday.

“Some of my costumes will be slightly different from the earlier stops as I’ve discovered from experience that it’s really very hot in Malaysia.”

Chan had paid a goodwill visit to Rumah Charis Children’s Home on Friday to bring cheer to the underprivileged children.

The concert's organiser, Galaxy Group and main sponsor Sports Toto, joined Chan and each made a RM10,000 donation to the home.

Chan will fly to Beijing today to perform at a charity concert to raise funds for victims of the earthquake in China’s Sichuan province.

He would also be conveying Galaxy's cash donation of RM13,916.91 to the victims.

“It’s very difficult for me to read about children being trapped in the rubble for hours and then being asked to choose between losing their limbs or their lives.

“I hope many more people will do their best to help the victims of this disaster. Even the Taiwanese said their country took six years to recover from a major earthquake there,” he said.

Eason Chan Moving On Stage 9 Live in Malaysia 2008 Concert will be staged at Stadium Merdeka on June 14 at 8pm.

Sources: the star & tom 05.18.2008

Eason Produces Song for Sichuan Earthquake Relief

The song, titled 承諾, is written by the late Wong Ka Kui of the Hong Kong band Beyond (originally titled 海闊天空), lyrics by Andy Lau, and produced by Eason Chan & others.

Lyrics
多少人 多少幸福被搶奪
多少生活在一瞬間被埋沒
一切變沉默
淚光在眼眶閃爍
塵埃沾滿了失落 的輪廓（情願是我）

不必說 你們背後還有我
未來就是崎嶇也會陪你過
一個你 一個我
扛起不需要脆弱
前面越走一定會 越寬闊（你還有我）

誰人都會恐懼面對黑暗的角落
為了你我再苦也不躲
我要你重獲 原來的生活
認定了這一輩子的承諾
縱然山搖地破 也要安然渡過 有你有我

我要你重獲 原來的生活
認定了這一輩子的承諾

Song
audio: rthk official site
video:

Source: rthk 05.17.2008

Constance Chan Celebrates Denise Ho's Birthday

Three and a half year old Constance Chan headlines Denise Ho (HOCC)'s birthday as she was the special guest at Denise's birthday celebration on May 10, 2008.

Photos can be seen at Denise's blog: geelee-gooloogutgut

Denise headlines her post as Falling In Love With Two B's (愛上兩個B).

Text from Denise's blog regarding Constance:

呢排我地幾個朋友同時愛上呢個小女孩，佢真係太太太太太cutie喇.......
呢隻包包龍係邊個?????

咪就係陳康堤小朋友lor....
問准過佢母親大人啊auntie可以同大家分享佢d可愛照架喇我....
RAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!

佢呢隻monkey仔，可愛得黎又帶點UN皮，成日鍾意整估人
又貪靚播，自己換左幾件衫比我地睇。
重有，本來佢就叫我做googoo geh, 但又會無啦啦轉channel響我全朵
"HO WAN SEEEEEEE!!!!!"甘叫，真係比佢激鬼死。

生日天佢成為左我geh貴賓......
而我d貓就成為左佢geh玩物，嚇到佢地隻隻菇飛貓走
佢話最鍾意係 goolee wor，geelee是也。
其他 gooloo同gutgut就可以羅去 steamed cat。YEAH。

你地睇蝦佢係咪可愛到暈呢
呢個妹靚成甘，又識得嬌嬌妹tum死人
細細個就將我地成班哥哥姐姐auntie uncle(包括我，c hing, dorib, goodea goomo)電暈晒
大個真係不得了喇。

Translated:

Recently a couple of friends and I have fallen in love with a little girl, she is to, to, to, to, to cute...
Guess who this dinosaur is?

She's little Constance Chan...
I received permission from her mother (other people's auntie) to post these cute pictures of her...RAAAA!!!!!

This little monkey is cute with a bit of "un pei" and is always tricking people
She's also very "tam leng," changing her outfit a couple to times for us to see
Also, she usually calls me "googoo jeh," but she will all of a sudden change channels and calls me "HO WAN SEEEEEEE!!!!!" "bei cui gik gwai say"

She became the special guest on the day of my birthday...
My cats have become the target of her play things, scaring them flying to the corners
She says she likes geelee the most, geelee likes her also.
As for gooloo and gutgut, they can be used to steamed cat. Yeah.

Look at her, isn't she cute enough to make you faint?
This little girl is really pretty and knows how to make you happy
At a young age she already has all the brothers, sisters, aunties, and uncles (including me, c hing (Wilfred Lau), dorib, goodea goomo) under her spell. When she gets older, she'll be unimaginable.

Source: HOCC Official Blog 05.12.2008

"Eason's Moving On Stage 10 - Macau" Promo

In July, Eason Chan will be making his 10th stop on his Moving On Stage World Tour in Macau at the The Venetian Macao Resort Hotel Convention & Exhibition Center's 澳門威尼斯人綜藝館 Cotai Strip Cotai Arena. Today, Eason along with manager Katie Chan promoted the concert in Macau and announced that another show will be added for a total of 2 shows on July 18 & 19, 2008. It is rumored that Eason made over $10 million HKD for his Moving On Stage World Tour. In regards to these rumors, Eason did not deny the figure while stating that it's a business secret and it's best if everyone refrained from talking about the matter.

Eason was organized to ride an Italian gondola boat to the side of the stage where he was met with dancers and performed with them. Aside from a gold colored mask presented to Eason by the hotel, the sponsor, Johnnie Walker, also presented him with wine. When asked which stop will be his last for his Moving On Stage tour, he laughs that he still does not know. When asked what gift he is going to purchase for himself for making so much money [for the world tour], Eason answers he will not purchase anything for himself and will use the money to take care of his family.

Sources: chinadaily & mop (courtesy of tungstar) 05.09.2008

Eason Promotes Hong Kong for 2008 Beijing Olympics

Eason Chan, Karen Mok, Miriam Yeung and Donnie Yen took part in introducing Hong Kong, in attempt to expose Hong Kong, to visitors who will visit the city during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The program called Hong Kong Action City Super Stars - 2008 Olympics Equestrian Co-Host City is hosted by Maria Chan.

Eason, Khalil, Kay & EO2 Live in Concert - Videos

Full Rehearsal - 演唱會


Grace Kelly
http://hk.youtube.com/watch?v=u6rpDr3FatY

乜嘢啫
http://hk.youtube.com/watch?v=6XyaChRlqp0

變色龍
http://hk.youtube.com/watch?v=gpRlKDl9-oM

兩名男子街頭相遇
http://hk.youtube.com/watch?v=oG3iGGdmolM
&
http://hk.youtube.com/watch?v=YORFrPzxO3g

綿綿


兄妹


Orange Moon


我歌故我在


鍾無艷 / 愛情轉移 / 富士山下


我們都寂寞
http://hk.youtube.com/watch?v=cB6QM0d7TNM

Love Song


&



路...一直都在
http://hk.youtube.com/watch?v=XYehbERwRco
&

喜歡你


演唱會

Credit: joyce at discuss for compiling videos

Eason, Khalil, Kay & EO2 Live in Concert - Rundown

The first of three 903 Live Concerts got under way on May 4, 2008 with Eason Chan, Khalil Fong, Kay Tse and EO2.

Rundown
Opening: 903 Live Concert Theme
Medley:
1. 幸福摩天輪 - EO2, Kay
2. 第一個雅皮士 - EO2, Khalil
3. 人車誌 - EO2, Kay, Khalil
Grace Kelly - Eason, EO2, Kay, Khalil
變色龍 - Eason
乜嘢啫 - Eason, EO2
兩個男子街頭相遇 - Eason, EO2
差不多先生 - EO2
愛是懷疑 - Khalil, Eason
綿綿 - Kay
我歌故我在 - Eason
兄妹 / 此情只待成追憶 - Kay / Eason
十七度 - Kay
A Better Day / 流星雨 - EO2
Back For Good - Eason, Khalil
I Promise You That - Eason, EO2, Khalil
喜歡你 / Unchained Melody - Eason, EO2, Khalil
未來 - Khalil
Orange Moon (Mandarin/English) - Khalil / Eason
愛愛愛 - Khalil
被遺忘的時光 (with 不了情 opening) - Kay, Khalil
我要你的愛 - Kay, Khalil
鍾無艷 / 愛情轉移 / 富士山下 - Kay / Khalil / Eason
我們都寂寞 - Eason
Love Song - Eason
路一直都在 - Eason
臭伉儷 - Kay, EO2
舞林群英 - EO2, Kay
大搖大擺 - EO2
演唱會 (re-arranged mix) - Eason, EO2
Credits Rolling:
With A Little Help From My Friends - Eason, EO2, Kay, Khalil
黃色潛水艇 - Eason, EO2, Kay, Khalil
Rock Around The Clock / 加價熱潮 - Eason, EO2, Kay, Khalil
數字人生 - Eason, EO2, Kay, Khalil

Sources: tony_lalala at discuss 05.05.2008 & alex at mysinablog 05.06.2008

Note: There are two versions of the rundown floating around, so I combined them to the best of my knowledge.

Eason, Khalil, Kay & EO2 in Concert - Practice

Eason Chan, Khalil Fong, Kay Tse and EO2 will perform live in concert on May 4, 2008, sponsored by CRHK 903. On April 30, 2008 Eason, Khalil, Kay and EO2 appeared for a practice session and promotion for the upcoming concert.

Source: tom (courtesy of tungstar), singtao 05.01.2008

Olympic Torchbearer #113 - Eason Chan

The Olympic torch reached Hong Kong on May 2, 2008. Hong Kong held an opening ceremony of the torch relay in Hong Kong where artists performed in celebration. As torchbearer #113, Eason Chan received, carried and passed on the Olympic flame while wife Hilary Tsui, daughter Constance Chan and manager Katie Chan watched and supported from the side.

Torch Relay Ceremony - Eason, EO2 & Hotcha perform We Are Ready


Torch Relay Ceremony - Eason performs 路...一直都在


Eason Carries Torch

Sources: mingpao, on.cc, appledaily 05.03.2008

"Eason's Moving On Stage 8 - Shanghai" Photos & Rundown

Eason Chan held his Moving On Stage 8 concert in Shanghai on April 26, 2008. The concert, like all other Eason concerts, was planned without guests, but Wang Zhi Wen made an appearance and performed with Eason.

1. 紅玫瑰
2. 信心花舍
3. K歌之王(Cantonese)
4. 謝謝儂
5. 瑪利奧派對
6. 路...一直都在
7. 聖誕結
8. 兄妹
9. 愛是懷疑
10. 要你的
11. 閃
12. 想哭
13. 不如這樣
14. 全世界失眠
15. 我不好愛
16. 浮夸
17. 富士山下
18. 好久不見
19. 淘汰(王志文合唱)
20. 你的背包
21. 十年
22. 第五個現代化
23. 演唱會
24. 夕陽無限好
25. 婚禮的祝福
26. 天下無雙
27. 與我常在

Encore
28. 我們都寂寞
29. 葡萄成熟時
30. 愛情轉移

Sources:
rundown: sherry at easyjoint forum 04.27.2008
photos: ent.qq 04.27.2008