Vehnee Saturno has built a solid reputation as top songwriter 38 years into the ’biz. ABS-CBN’s “ASAP” even gave a tribute to his hit compositions with Martin Nievera as main performer two years ago.
Vehnee’s first hit in 1983 was the song “Be My Lady” which launched both his and Martin’s careers as songwriter and recording artist, respectively. That big break led to a string of gold, platinum, and multi-platinum record awards. Hit after hit, his songs did wonders to the rising careers of Donna Cruz, Jessa Zaragoza and Jaya. Even Jay R and Sarah Geronimo acknowledge the fact that Vehnee’s songs greatly contributed to their respective careers.
Lately, Vehnee has been exploring the artist management field more seriously. Some of those he has helped are James Wright for whom he produced an eponymous album which won Gold Record; Beverly Caimen who won Best Vocalist at WCOPA and currently making waves in Japan’s music scene; Esang de Torres who trained at Vehnee Saturno Music Training Center (VSMTC); and R&B singer Daryl Ong whose rise to stardom began when he made his own version of Vehnee’s “Ikaw Na Nga” first sung by Willie Revillame.
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Divine (Divine Grace Aucina in real life) gained notice after playing Clarissa on GMA-7’s “My Korean Jagiya” (with Heart Evangelista and Alexander Lee), appearing on “Magpakailanman” and “Karelasyon,” in the Star Cinema film “How To Be Yours” (with Bea Alonzo and Gerald Anderson) and as a tindera on Eugene Domingo’s show, “Dear Uge.”
Divine started out with the FEU Theater Guild, and went on to appear in PETA (Philippine Educational Theater Association) shows. Ever since, Divine proved her passion in performing. In 2014, UP Theater Council’s Curtain Call awarded her as the Best Actress, competing with the other university theater actors from Dulaang Filipino, Sining Lahi Polyrepertory, Dulaang Bedista, UP Manila Dramatista, Student Artiste Society, and TEATRO Lasalliana. Graduating Cum Laude from FEU did not stop her in showcasing her talent. She continued her journey as an actress in PETA shows.
One of Divine’s most praised roles is Franz of a “Magpakailanman” episode, “Trending: Ang Babae Sa Bus” which was re-shown a few months later.
Divine is managed by FAM (Firestarters Artists Management).
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, April 21, go to Luis Manzano, Ricky Lo, Wilma Sarino, Marivic Rufino, Dr. Bon Malvar, Kathleen Hermosa, Marlon Dionela, Robert James Woods II, Suzette Morelos, Dr. Jose P. Ante, Fernan de Guzman, and Nadia Montenegro-Pla… April 22: Regine Velasquez, Bert Lina, China Cojuangco, Marc Dionela, May Belen, Freddie Manalac, Jorge Carino, Roberto Boy Domingo and Edwin Manalo Dona… April 23: Angel Locsin, April Eva Betila, Cecille Cuartero, Camilo Vergara, Gani Garubio, Bibay Nolasco, Erwin Silan, Andrea dela Cruz, Elvie Liwanag, and George Vail Kabrisante…Belated happy birthday to Joey Laharita (April 18), Mary Grace Paz and Olen Castillo (April 16)
Vehnee’s first hit in 1983 was the song “Be My Lady” which launched both his and Martin’s careers as songwriter and recording artist, respectively. That big break led to a string of gold, platinum, and multi-platinum record awards. Hit after hit, his songs did wonders to the rising careers of Donna Cruz, Jessa Zaragoza and Jaya. Even Jay R and Sarah Geronimo acknowledge the fact that Vehnee’s songs greatly contributed to their respective careers.
Lately, Vehnee has been exploring the artist management field more seriously. Some of those he has helped are James Wright for whom he produced an eponymous album which won Gold Record; Beverly Caimen who won Best Vocalist at WCOPA and currently making waves in Japan’s music scene; Esang de Torres who trained at Vehnee Saturno Music Training Center (VSMTC); and R&B singer Daryl Ong whose rise to stardom began when he made his own version of Vehnee’s “Ikaw Na Nga” first sung by Willie Revillame.
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Here now
Divine (Divine Grace Aucina in real life) gained notice after playing Clarissa on GMA-7’s “My Korean Jagiya” (with Heart Evangelista and Alexander Lee), appearing on “Magpakailanman” and “Karelasyon,” in the Star Cinema film “How To Be Yours” (with Bea Alonzo and Gerald Anderson) and as a tindera on Eugene Domingo’s show, “Dear Uge.”
Divine started out with the FEU Theater Guild, and went on to appear in PETA (Philippine Educational Theater Association) shows. Ever since, Divine proved her passion in performing. In 2014, UP Theater Council’s Curtain Call awarded her as the Best Actress, competing with the other university theater actors from Dulaang Filipino, Sining Lahi Polyrepertory, Dulaang Bedista, UP Manila Dramatista, Student Artiste Society, and TEATRO Lasalliana. Graduating Cum Laude from FEU did not stop her in showcasing her talent. She continued her journey as an actress in PETA shows.
One of Divine’s most praised roles is Franz of a “Magpakailanman” episode, “Trending: Ang Babae Sa Bus” which was re-shown a few months later.
Divine is managed by FAM (Firestarters Artists Management).
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, April 21, go to Luis Manzano, Ricky Lo, Wilma Sarino, Marivic Rufino, Dr. Bon Malvar, Kathleen Hermosa, Marlon Dionela, Robert James Woods II, Suzette Morelos, Dr. Jose P. Ante, Fernan de Guzman, and Nadia Montenegro-Pla… April 22: Regine Velasquez, Bert Lina, China Cojuangco, Marc Dionela, May Belen, Freddie Manalac, Jorge Carino, Roberto Boy Domingo and Edwin Manalo Dona… April 23: Angel Locsin, April Eva Betila, Cecille Cuartero, Camilo Vergara, Gani Garubio, Bibay Nolasco, Erwin Silan, Andrea dela Cruz, Elvie Liwanag, and George Vail Kabrisante…Belated happy birthday to Joey Laharita (April 18), Mary Grace Paz and Olen Castillo (April 16)
