THE National Press Club of the Philippines (NPC) recently held “Music for Press Freedom,” a concert featuring top local artists at the NPC building in Intramuros, Manila. The event was part of the celebration of the third anniversary of Republic Act 11699, which mandates the observance of Philippine Press Freedom Day. Among the artists who participated were Noel Cabangon, Lolita Carbon, Musikang Bayan Band, Eat Bulaga The Clones grand finalist Vergel Soliman, Viva recording artist Queen Gomez, master rapper Andromeda, dancing duo Andrew Bantawig and Shyrra Shy, and K-Pop cover princess Sanja Jewel Rodriguez. The event was hosted by Susan Rodriguez. NPC President Leonel Abasola thanked all supporters, noting the concert’s proceeds will be allocated for the club’s operational expenses, rehabilitation, and social funds. The event was supported by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation, Government Service Insurance System, Converge, and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration.