The 2007 Philippine Blog Awards

On behalf of the Nostalgia Manila Community, I'd like to thank our very good friend JJ Junio who was so kind to act as Nostalgia Manila's official Manila correspondent and representative at the 2007 Philippine Blog Awards. JJ wasn't feeling so well but he still went on to represent Nostalgia Manila with such pride and gusto. He took some cool photos, and you can see Nostalgia Manila up on the big screen.JJ is our hero! Go and visit JJ's blog, add...

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Nicholas Stoodley - Living in the Twilight Zone Chapter 8

Tune in every Saturday as Nicholas recalls the Disco Decade in Manila when Martial Law, Cuban heels, Donna Summer, Coco Banana and a lot of hair combined in a frenzy of uncertain excitement.Chapter 8 - Coco BananaLet it be Magic.....and it was. It was the time of Donna Summer who, in so many ways, created the spell that was the Disco Decade. That was the time of Coco Banana, the offspring of Ernest Santiago who had a talent for self-promotion and...

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Be Near Me - ABC 80's Music Video

Tuwing hapon nanunuod ka noon ng Video Hit Parade. Ang dami mong mga music videos na napanuod, at ito ang una mong introduction sa mundo ng MTV. Marami kang nadiskubreng mga banda at music artists na may kanyakanyang mga hits, porma, at siyempre, music videos! Video Hit Parade Classics brings you classic music videos na hindi natin malilimutan!Be Near Me - ABC "All my dreams came true last night, all my hopes and fears. All my dreams came true once...

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Commercial Break: Magnolia Ice Cream 1978

For more Commercial Nostalgia, check out: Magnolia Ice Cream House 1978Technorati Tags:70s, nostal...

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The Six Million Dollar Man TV Show Opening Video

A companion to Cartoon TV Rama, TV Times Television Greats features the best tv programs that span three decades. Watch opening sequences and famous scenes from your favorite '60s, '70s, and '80s tv shows!The Six Million Dollar Man (1974)The Six Million Dollar Man is a show that was based on the novel Cyborg by Martin Caidin, about the transformation of former astronaut Steve Austin into the first human cyborg, after being injured in a space program...

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Choose Your Own Adventure book of the week!

Nagsimula ang Choose Your Own Adventure book series noong 1979. First developed and written by Edward packard. Original talaga ang concept dahil ikaw ang main character ng libro at ikaw ang namimili kung ano ang mangyayari sa istoriya. Maraming multiple endings at napaka-sayang basahin mas lalo na pag hindi ka makapag laro sa labas at umuulan. Ito ang hinihiram mo sa library ng school mo, o binibili mo sa Goodwill, Alemars, o sa National Bookstore.UNDERGROUND...

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No Cookies In The Library! Sesame Street Video

Nostalgia Manila is proud to present: The Sesame Street Lunchbox! Featuring video clips of all your favorite scenes from the original Sesame Street series. Sesame Street played a big role in educating the younger generation during the '70s. Many agree that the original series was far more imaginative and educational compared to the one you see today. This is for everyone who grew up with the original Sesame Street. Enjoy!No Cookies In The Library"How...

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Rudy Florese's ORAS MO NA!

Our very good friend Gerry Alanguilan will be serializing Rudy Florese's legendary comic masterpiece titled "Oras Mo Na!" in his komikero.com blog starting this Thursday March 29, 2007! Florese is famous for rendering classic comics titles such as Tarzan, Korak, as well as other comics of the mystery/horror genre for DC comics in the 1970’s. Don't miss the chance to read this brilliant Pinoy Komiks classic!Technorati Tags:70s, comics, nostal...

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Klassik Komiks Covers: Hiwaga #594

Nostalgia Manila in cooperation with The Philippine Comics Art Museum proudly presents, Klassik Komiks Covers! A weekly feature showcasing scans of rare, and original Pinoy Komiks covers. Front Cover (CLICK IMAGE FOR LARGER VIEW)Bonus Scan! (CLICK IMAGE FOR LARGER VIEW)HIWAGA KOMIKS #594January 9, 1974Atlas Publications, Inc.The person on the cover is Leila Hermosa. Many of the komiks began using photographs for the covers around the mid 60's, and...

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Star Photo Nostalgia: Let's play "Sino nga ba yan?"

"Uy! Si ano yan a...! Si... si ano!" Sino nga ba? Kilala mo ba ang mga artistang nasa litratong ito? Tingnan natin kung namumukhaan mo sila. Sino sila? Sige nga! Leave your answers sa comments box. Ano pa ang hinihintay mo? Let's play!Answer to our previous "Sino nga ba yan?"Comedian, Panchito AlbaTechnorati Tags: movies, filipino actor, nostal...

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The Harlem Globetrotters Cartoon Opening Video

There was nothing like watching your favorite cartoons on a rainy afternoon after school, or waking up early to catch Saturday morning cartoons. Relive the best of '60s, '70s, and '80s cartoons with Cartoon TV Rama! Watch video clips of opening sequences and famous scenes taken from your favorite animated shows!The Harlem Globetrotters (1970)Ang Harlem Globetrotters ay isa pang Hanna-Barbera classic na paburito nating panuurin sa Saturday Fun Machine...

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Send Me An Angel - Real Life 80's Music Video

Tuwing hapon nanunuod ka noon ng Video Hit Parade. Ang dami mong mga music videos na napanuod, at ito ang una mong introduction sa mundo ng MTV. Marami kang nadiskubreng mga banda at music artists na may kanyakanyang mga hits, porma, at siyempre, music videos! Video Hit Parade Classics brings you classic music videos na hindi natin malilimutan!Send Me An Angel - Real Life "Don't tell a lit, don't be false or untrue. It all comes back to you."Ang...

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Nostalgia Bloggista: Mary Ann Tinsay

Are you a Pinoy Blogger? Get featured as a Nostalgia Bloggista! Not only are you sharing your wonderful memories of the '70s and '80s, but you also get a free link back! This is a great way to introduce your blog and get a lot of exposure! Just send me an email, write "Nostalgia Bloggista" on the subject line, and you'll soon be featured here on Nostalgia Bloggista!Name: Mary Ann "Me-An" TinsayBlog: http://enchantedlilypad.blogspot.com1. Where did...

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Nostalgia List #26

"Ano? Sasama ka ba sa prayer rally?"Nostalgia Lists contain various fun memories of the '60s, '70s and '80s. Everyone is encouraged to participate and add to these growing lists. Send in your list items to nostalgiamanilamail[at]yahoo[dot]com, and those chosen will be added to the next list. Please make sure to check past Nostalgia Lists to see if your list items have already been posted.173. Kasama sina Danny Javier, Boboy Garrovillo, at Jim Paredes ng Apo Hiking Society sa sitcom na "Co-Ed Blues" sa RPN 9.174. Nauso ang higanteng Sing-Along Machine...

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Nostalgia Treasure: Donkey Kong Junior Mini Arcade Video Game by Coleco

"Naaalala mo pa ba ito?"Everyone has some Nostalgia Treasure waiting to be found. Dig up your Nostalgia Treasure and share it with all our readers! Simply take photos of your Nostalgia Treasure and send them to: nostalgiamanilamail[at]yahoo[dot]com and we'll feature it here at Nostalgia Manila!Many thanks to our friend chickeneater for sharing with us this cool photo of a Donkey Kong Junior Mini-Arcade Game by Coleco.For more Nostalgia Treasure...

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NM needs a PROXY for the 2007 Phil Blog Awards!

I was contacted by one of the organizers for the 2007 Philippine Blog Awards, asking for my information relating to my attendance. As you all know, I am based in NYC and will not be able to attend. Another reason that's quite obvious to all of Nostalgia Manila's fans and devoted readers, is the fact that I've always kept my identity secret. I've always stressed in every interview that Nostalgia Manila is about the people as a whole, and I would not...

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Quiapo Photos '40s

Sift through this magic chest of amazing vintage photographs! Take a peek and let them transport you back to a time almost lost forever. Discover places you've never been, or revisit the places you always thought you knew; that is until you see what these places used to look like! Travel back in time and rediscover the Philippines.More Mahiwagang Baul photos: Roxas Boulevard & Luneta Park Photos 1910Many thanks to everyone at www.skyscrapercity.com,...

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Regina Theresa Photo '70s

Time is frozen in a single frame of film. Every bit of detail is perfectly captured by the camera lens. These photos take us back to those wonderful days when everything seemed so fresh and new, those days we wished would last forever. Relive those special moments in your life, and share your memories with Photo Nostalgia!Photo number 1: Bulacan, 1981, with my mother and two cousins - Captain Marvel and Batman. Look at my mother's fashion statement...

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