Manila, for all its old-world allure, also carries a certain unease. Locals will say that’s an inseparable part of its character: that the late afternoon hums with life, while the nightfall makes a great ally for goons.
It’s this very atmosphere that Filipino sibling composers Aly and Moe Cabral captured for the award-winning score of Petersen Vargas’s 'Some Nights I Feel Like Walking', a queer drama which offers an unflinching glimpse into gay sex work. This work earned the siblings the best score win at the 28th Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF).
Read our exclusive interview with the composers on TatlerAsia.com or tap the link in our bio.
Words by Jove Moya
Photos: Moe Cabral, Petersen Vargas, Au Tze Long, David Lawrence and Ricardo Yan
#TatlerPhilippines #TatlerLifestyle #TatlerArts
𝘙𝘖𝘓𝘓 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘋𝘐𝘊𝘌 🎲
Would you roll the dice if you knew nothing but good things were waiting on the other side?
Taking that chance is exactly what it feels like catching these boys live. Known for their taste in music and, even more so, for how they move a dance floor, they are always stirring the pot with everything that’s nice. They don’t just play sets; they take you on a rollercoaster ride through house, disco, techno, and everything in between.
From Manila to Davao for the first time, @laneseyer , @paoloescu , @moecabral_ , and @yggicruz step onto the decks for Hyphae Vol. 5, coming together in two B2B sets across both stages throughout the night.
Catch them at Hyphae Vol. 5; take a chance, roll the dice, and stay for what unfolds.
𝘏𝘠𝘗𝘏𝘈𝘌 𝘝𝘖𝘓. 𝟧 | 𝟢𝟧.𝟤𝟥.𝟤𝟢𝟤𝟨 | 𝟥:𝟢𝟢 𝘗𝘔 – 𝟣:𝟢𝟢 𝘈𝘔
𝘛𝘩𝘳𝘦𝘦 𝘠𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴, 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘢 𝘝𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢 𝘈𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘵, 𝘋𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘰 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺
🎟️𝘛𝘪𝘦𝘳 𝟤 𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘵 ₱𝟨𝟢𝟢, 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘦.
The best way to end the long weekend? Enjoying tunes by our beachfront.
On Sunday, May 3rd, Roll the Dice (RTD) collective takes over our booth. Escu, Lane, Moe, and Yggi close off our Laboracay weekend and keep the rhythm from 3:00 PM.
Come join us for a different kind of slowdown at #CafeGotSoulBoracay.
Practice runs today for something special tomorrow.
So grateful to be invited back for the third time — thank you for the trust, the love, and the constant push to keep Manila’s nightlife moving forward. Ten years is no small thing.
Come early, stay late. Let’s let the day happen the way it’s meant to — together.
See you soon @unknwn.mnl 🎲🫶🏽
#noparkingonthedancefloor
Founded by Lane Reyes, Paolo Escudero, Moe Cabral, and Inigo Cruz, Roll The Dice grew from a shared love of the dancefloor into one of Manila’s most exciting collectives.
Known for their playful energy and thoughtful curation, RTD brings music, community, and unforgettable moments wherever they play. 🎲🎯
@roll.the.dice.co Part of UNKNWN . 10 Years
Are you OK?? Our next guest most definitely is… @adisisok returns to Manila to make his Nokal debut for the HOUSE of WAX *cheers*
He’s no stranger to the Philippines having played across the islas .. most notably for Danza organika (RIP 🙏🏽), Elephant, Barbosa, and Harana.
This Budapest local holds residencies in Turbina and Toldi Klub, household names in Central Europe. He also runs Santsat, a spicy up and coming daytime festival with an emphasis on Sound AND Nature. Mr. OK is joined by fellow HoW debutants @moecabral_ from Roll the Dice (it’s his birthday TODAY) and @nionlights from Alabang.
Friday promises to be a night full of mustaches and music.. Whether single or in a relationship.. you’ll surely be OK this February 13. Promise. Xoxo
- @joaquinonadream
First Manila party of the year — let’s dance!🪩
Come correct, because this one’s extra special as we celebrate Moe & Yggi’s birthdays 😁
🚨 FEB 6 / FRIDAY 🚨
🚨 10PM–LATE 🚨
🚨 NOKAL 🚨
#noparkingonthedancefloor
Yeah, so we flew to Boracay with carry-on bags and big intentions 😏
RTD & Friends brought the heat to @cafegotsoulboracay from January 14–19, drank way too many margaritas, danced till we forgot what day it was, and made memories we won’t stop laughing about. Big love to everyone who showed up, got sweaty, and made it unforgettable! till next time 🤤🏖️🎲
#noparkingonthedancefloor
Roll The Dice drifts south for another beach takeover at @cafegotsoulboracay . Across three days, the sessions move from laid-back afternoons into warm golden-hour stretches, soundtracked by soulful, carefully chosen selections.
Built around open skies, familiar faces, and the kind of energy that feels effortless. Come as you are! slippers, sandy shoes, and all 🌊🎲🏝️
This coming Friday, December 12 at 11PM the guys behind Roll The Dice are taking over the booth as we team up with Salomon Archives ( @salomonph ) for some year-ender goodness 🙂↔️
We highly encourage scanning the QR code and signing up to be a S/Plus Member to lock in your spot on the list.
We’ll see you all on the floor! 🎅🏽🎲
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