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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1754286071098MF1.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px" alt="Mark Feist. Handout"/>Mark Feist. Handout</div>MANILA -- Filipino-Australian producer Mark Feist known for his work with global icons like Destiny’s Child, Jennifer Lopez, Mary J. Blige, Celine Dion, John Legend, The Spice Girls, Outkast, Brian McKnight, Kelly Rowland and Philippines&#x27; Regine Velasquez, is back in the Philippines with new musical projects and collaborations.Taking the lead are two new tracks that Feist produced in collaboration with the country&#x27;s R&amp;B King, Jay R. Their first release titled “Tunay,” delivers a refreshing new jack swing-inspired beat paired with a slick R&amp;B hook, capturing the effortless cool of a laid-back summer anthem. It was released last July 25.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1754286134900MF&amp;JR2.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Mark Feist and Jay R. Handout"/>Mark Feist and Jay R. HandoutThe second one is still under wraps, and it&#x27;s is a duet between Jay R and pop newcomer Shanice. </div>“Jay R is an artist who truly inspired me,” says Feist, a multi-platinum producer in a press release.“His talent, his voice, and his work ethic are world-class. Our collaboration on ‘Tunay’ came from deep creative conversations, and what we created together is something I genuinely believe can sit alongside today’s biggest global releases. At this point in my career, I only work on music that can compete at the highest level, and Jay R absolutely meets that standard.”<div> </div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1754286111240MF&amp;JR.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Mark Feist and Jay R. Handout"/>Mark Feist and Jay R. Handout</div>Feist, a proud nephew of OPM legend Pilita Corrales, has built an impressive international career as a producer and composer, contributing to albums and singles that have collectively sold over 35 million units worldwide, including the worldwide no. 1 hit “Emotions” by Destiny’s Child. Feist recently started Hitmakers Entertainment, a full-service label/production/publishing company. One of their success stories so far is Australian pop artist TASH, whose music continues to rack up more than 80 million streams across different platforms. “Real artist development in the streaming era is our core mission at Hitmakers Entertainment, and TASH is the perfect example of that,” Feist shared.“We signed her at 15 with zero fanbase — now she’s built a formidable catalog, amassed millions of streams, and is selling out shows with fans flying in from around the world. TASH is a once-in-a-generation artist, and she’s just getting started,” he added.Recently, Feist announced a strategic partnership with Symphonic Distribution, a leading music technology and services company for independent labels, managers, and artists. The partnership, according to the recent press release, “marks the beginning of a broader relationship between Symphonic and Hitmakers, with future initiatives planned to support emerging and established artists from Australia and Southeast Asia.”Feist sees the alliance as a game-changing initiative to develop and support some of the most promising new talents in Asia and the Pacific. “Symphonic Asia’s Guji Lorenzana is a rare kind of music executive: he brings together sharp instincts, profound industry experience, and a forward-thinking approach to tech and streaming,” explained Feist.“His perspective allows him to see opportunities others might miss. Jorge [Brea], as CEO, is a true visionary — he builds exceptional teams and has a clear sense of where the music industry is headed. Together, Symphonic and HME form a powerhouse partnership that’s poised to break barriers, set new standards, and create the next generation of post-streaming superstars.

Filipino-Australian producer Mark Feist, known for his work with global icons like Destiny’s Child, Jennifer Lopez, and Regine Velasquez, returns to the Philippines with fresh collaborations and a mission to elevate Filipino talent on the global stage.

Filipino-Australian producer Mark Feist, known for his work with global icons like Destiny’s Child, Jennifer Lopez, and Regine Velasquez, returns to the Philippines with fresh collaborations and a mission to elevate Filipino talent on the global stage.

Fil-Australian producer Mark Feist returns to Manila, teams up with Jay R for new music

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Fil-Australian producer Mark Feist returns to Manila, teams up with Jay R for new music

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Published August 04, 2025 03:59 PM PHT

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