Philippine Concerts

Month: August 2022

  • Solid lineup coming to Netflix in September 2022

    Solid lineup coming to Netflix in September 2022

    Photos from Netflix

    Classes have resumed, but the list of must-watched shows from Netflix continues to grow!

    Netflix has unveiled dozens of reasons to stay at home in your free time or catch up on some show on the weekend with an impressive lineup coming to you. September will bring an outpouring of films and TV episodes to watch, as well as, a comedy special from Filipino-American, Jo Koy. There are also new seasons of returning favorites such as Cobra Kai and Fate: The Winx Saga. Not to mention, this is the month when Blonde, starring Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe, will premiere.

    K-drama fans can look forward to three new showd — Once Upon a Small Town which is based on the web novel of the same name by Park Ha-min, crime-thriller Narco-Saints, and the Korean adaptation of Little Women.

    Do Revenge, Fakes, Midnight Runners, and Heartbreak High are also hitting Netflix in September along with our very own Mga Kwentong Epik: Maria Makiling.

    Netflix is best known for its based-on-a-true-story entertainment, and on that front, the month of September will surely deliver. Thai Cave Rescue, a limited series based on the 2018 rescue of a soccer team from a cave in Thailand, will premiere on September 22.

    Additionally, for all the parents of infants and toddlers searching for new children’s programming to keep their young ones entertained, the sixth season of CoComelon will debut on September 5, while the third season of Ada Twist, Scientist will debut on September 12.

    Check out more series, films, specials, and trailers included in the September 2022 lineup below:

    All dates are subject to change without prior notice.

    September 3 – Little Women

    The upcoming South Korean drama series Little Women is a modern take on Louisa May Alcott’s well-known book of the same name.

    The story is about three sisters who grew up in poverty and were close to each other. It’s an exciting story about two sisters who get caught up in a big problem and go up against the richest family in the country.

    September 5 – Once Upon A Small Town

    Yeong-woo, Joy (Red Velvet), Baek Sung-chul, and Jung Suk-yong star in the Korean romantic comedy series Once Upon a Small Town.

    Netflix describes the series as: โ€œAgainst his wishes a veterinarian from the big city relocates to the countryside, where he meets a policewoman, a town insider with a friendly secret.โ€

    September 9 – Narco Saints

    A South-Korean crime-thriller series based on true events and takes place in South America, where a drug lord has caught the eye of the National Intelligence Service. The intelligence service asks for help from a regular businessman who went to Suriname to make money but ended up getting involved in drug crime.

    September 9 – Cobra Kai Season 5

    The hit Netflix series will be back for its highly-anticipated fifth season. The new season will consist of 10 episodes and be available all at once.

    This is what Netflix says about season 5 of Cobra Kai: โ€œAs Terry leads Cobra Kai into a new regime, Daniel, Johnny and an old ally join forces in a battle that goes way beyond the mat.”

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtxClhuqQCk

    September 14 – Heartbreak High

    An eight-episode series based on the original ’90s show but completely reimagined for a new generation, Heartbreak High will debut on Netflix this September.

    A discovery makes Amerie an outcast at Hartley High School right away, and it also causes a strange and very public rift between her and her best friend, Harper.

    September 16 – I Used to be Famous

    This highly-anticipated film tells the story of a man who used to be the lead singer of a boy band and is getting close to the end of his career when he has a chance encounter with a drummer who falls somewhere on the autism spectrum, which completely changes his life.

    September 16 – Do Revenge

    It stars Camila Mendes, Maya Hawke, Rish Shah, Sophie Turner, and Austin Abrams. The plot was inspired by Alfred Hitchcock’s Strangers on a Train.

    At a fancy private high school, the former queen bee makes a secret deal with a new student to get back at the people who hurt them.

    September 16 – Fate: The Winx Saga Season 2

    Season two of Fate: The Winx Saga brings back everyone’s favorite fairy heroes from Alfea. And the wonders of the Otherworld will be explored in even greater depth in the upcoming season.

    September 22- Thai Cave Rescue

    This is a limited series that follows the 12 boys and their soccer coach as they are rescued after spending two weeks trapped in flooded caves in Thailand in the summer of 2018.

    September 24 – Full Metal Alchemist The Final Alchemy

    In this dramatic conclusion, the Elric brothers’ long quest comes to an end as they go up against a supernatural national menace.

    September 28 – Blonde

    Netflix is no stranger to famous people, but with the film Blonde, it’s taking on one of cinema’s most legendary characters, Marilyn Monroe.

    Based on the bestselling novel by Joyce Carol Oates, this boldly reimagined fictional portrait of Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe stars Ana de Armas.

    September 30 – Entergalactic

    Entergalactic is an upcoming adult animated music streaming TV special made by American musician and actor Kid Cudi. It is based on his upcoming album of the same name, which serves as the series’ soundtrack. The special and album will both be available for the first time on Netflix on September 30, 2022.

  • B.I Gifts Fans with Memories to Remember for a Lifetime in Back-to-Back Fan Meetings

    B.I Gifts Fans with Memories to Remember for a Lifetime in Back-to-Back Fan Meetings

    Words and photos by Danica Lacson

    It’s BIN a while, but Filipino IDs’ cosmos came back — B.I came back.

    Multi-hyphenated South Korean superstar Kim Hanbin, also known by his stage B.I, made a comeback to the Philippine concert stage with jam-packed shows last August 27 at the New Frontier Theater. Due to the overwhelming love of his fans, the initially one-time-only show turned into back-to-back fan meetings.

    The singer-songwriter, who marked his first solo fan meeting in the country via B.I 1ST FAN MEETING [B.I OFFLINE] IN MANILA, expressed happiness and gratitude to Filipino IDs who came to see him and watch him perform live once again. “Hello, Philippines! This is B.I. Really good to see you, guys, again. Long time no see. I love you,” he greeted, adding that he missed his Filipino fans.

    B.I in Manila
    B.I in Manila
    B.I in Manila
    Double the fun in back-to-back B.I Offline fan meetings in Manila last August 27

    The fans reciprocated the sweet words with loud cheers and never-dying down energy that got the K-Pop star saying that Filipino fans are truly the loudest. True enough, Philippine IDs got the New Frontier Theater echoing with resounding cheers of love and admiration for the idol they have waited for and longed to see.

    B.I opened the shows with tracks from his debut studio album, Waterfall which was released in 2021. At the 1 p.m. show, the singer-songwriter kicked off the day’s festivity with “Waterfall” and “Illa Illa”, while he changed up the songs’ order in the 7 p.m. show as he started with “Illa Illa”, followed by “Waterfall”.

    B.I in Manila
    B.I in Manila

    All Attention on Kim Hanbin

    After the fired-up performances, he slowed it down a bit with a fun game of “What’s in the Box” where he had to guess what is inside the box. But knowing IDs quite well, B.I commented that the crowd will definitely be more interested in the punishments. No lies in there as the cheers grew louder as the singer-songwriter take on every punishment — regardless if he succeeded in guessing or not.

    The singer-songwriter showed off his amazing dancing skills and ability to learn choreography fast as he bravely challenged IVE’s “Love Dive” and NewJeans’ “Attention” at the 1 p.m. show and aespa’s “Next Level” and Red Velvet’s “Feel My Rhythm” at the 7 p.m. show. In addition, he also did push-ups! According to him, doing such exercise is easy for him as he does it all the time. He also jumped into the Extraordinary Attorney Woo bandwagon with Philippine IDs where they did their own version of the “Woo to the Young to the Woo” greeting popularized in the drama.

    A special recorded interview got everyone exclaiming “cute” with dogs Tan and Milk joining him. During the interview, the K-Pop star talked about various things including music, food, interests, and more. He shared about how invested he is in the bucket list as it puts himself in a new environment and a new situation. According to him, through that, a new inspiration arises. He also shared that for the bucket list, he wishes to try living in Jeju Island for a month or living without cellphone for a month. “I want to visit the guesthouse and relax without thinking about the world and life,” he said.

    “Love you to the cosmos and back”: A beautiful due with IDs

    B.I returned on stage with “Lover” and “Flame”, tracks from his second studio album, Cosmos. The intensity of the performances resonated in the arena as the rapper did not hold back in giving his all for the stage.

    After the impressive stages, he then set aside his cool B.I persona to be everyone’s gentle and sweet boyfriend Hanbin in the “Date Balance” game. For the 1 p.m. show, Philippine IDs gushed at how adorable he was in a duck onesie as he went around the stage hopped in an inflatable unicorn. The 7 p.m. show took fans back to the Joseon era on a date with scholar Kim Hanbin. We are 100 percent sure that following that game, Philippine IDs fell deeper in love with THE KIM HANBIN thanks to being the most considerate and adorable one-day boyfriend for his fans.

    But if you think fans cannot fall any deeper in love with him, B.I continued to charm everyone and enchant with his moves and swag in his performance of “BTBT”, a collaboration with Soulja Boy and DeVita released this 2022.

    Another collaboration was made that day between B.I and Philippine IDs through a beautiful duet of “Cosmos”. Truly, they are each other’s cosmos as they sing along and light up the New Frontier Theater together.

    B.I then performed “Re-Birth”. “Re-Birth is not a farewell nor a one-sided feeling,” he said during the recorded special interview with Tan and Milk when asked on what song would he like to stay in.

    And “Re-Birth” took a more emotional meaning that evening as the singer-songwriter personally dedicated it to a Philippine ID who recently passed away. “I was told about someone who should have been here tonight. Out of respect for the privacy of the family, I won’t say much more. The next song is called “Re-Birth”. I dedicate this song for her,” B.I said before singing the song.

    Filipino IDs to B.I: “Thank you for finding your way back to us.”

    The back-to-back fan meetings of B.I were testaments of the undying and unconditional love and support of his fans who patiently waited and trusted Kim Hanbin and his promise to come back. In a special video presentation at the 1 p.m. show, Filipino IDs relayed a touching message to the singer-songwriter.

    We finally crossed over the rough road. In this new road that we’re gonna take, we promise to hold your hands tighter. Because no matter what road you take, Filipino IDs will be with you. There’s no need for you to find us… because we will always come to you first. But thank you for finding your way back to us.

    Filipino IDs’ special message to B.I during the 1 p.m. show

    Meanwhile, the 7 p.m. show saw fans dedicate a heartwarming song number for B.I which they showed thru a video presentation — “Remember that we are and will be with you no matter what.” The video showed fans’ support to the K-Pop star, as well as, words of thanks dedicated to him. “Thank you for coming back to us.”

    With love,

    Filipino IDs who are here

    who are at their home and were not able to join

    and Lovely Anne who is now watching us from Heaven

    Filipino IDs’ ending video message at the 7 p.m. show

    B.I expressed his gratitude to fans for being with him and preparing special messages. He also promised to come back and meet them again with more songs. He added that in autumn, IDs can look forward to a new global EP from him.

    B.I closed the show with “Remember Me”, a song from his Waterfall album.

    The back-to-back fan meetings were the singer-songwriter’s final shows with Manila serving as the last stop of his fan meeting tour. Truly serving the best for last as the fan meeting events filled our eyes and ears with the best performances by one of K-Pop’s most talented acts and warmed our hearts with the touching love and support of Philippine IDs and B.I to one another.

    The B.I 1ST FAN MEETING [B.I OFFLINE] IN MANILA shows deserve to be remembered for a lifetime.

    Special thanks to Three Angles Production for the media invites. The B.I 1ST FAN MEETING [B.I OFFLINE] IN MANILA was presented by Three Angles Production.

  • Bring the Noize: 7 Moments We Can’t Wait to See in NCT 127 First Solo PH Concert

    Bring the Noize: 7 Moments We Can’t Wait to See in NCT 127 First Solo PH Concert

    Get ready to witness moments you definitely will want to keep like a sticker, sticker, sticker in the upcoming solo concert of NCT 127!

    September will definitely be a month Filipino NCTzens will always remember as NCT 127 will finally make their way back to the Philippines, bringing NEO CITY: THE LINK TOUR in Manila.

    The Manila stop of the boy group’s second concert tour will see Taeyong, Taeil, Johnny, Yuta, Doyoung, Jaehyun, Jungwoo, Mark, and Haechan headline their first ever solo concert in the Philippines and their third overall visit in the country following their 2017 and 2019 joint concerts. Presented by PULP Live World, the NEO CITY: THE LINK TOUR in Manila will take place at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on September 4.

    READ: NCT 127 To Bring โ€œNEO CITY: THE LINKโ€ Tour To Manila in September

    NCT 127

    The excitement is genuinely eminent as a sold-out arena will cheer loudly and proudly for NCT 127. Tickets to the show went on sale last August 21 and were announced sold-out in about two hours following the start of the ticket selling.

    As the days leading to the concert narrow down to seven days, we join NCTzens in counting down to D-DAY with a list of seven moments we can’t wait to witness in NEO CITY: THE LINK in Manila.

    #1 When NCT 127 comes out on stage

    All emotions will probably fill the arena at the very sight of the members’ silhouette as they come out on stage. It will be a realization that it is really happening — NCT 127’s first solo concert is finally here.

    NCT 127 in NEO CITY: THE LINK Tour in Japan (Photo from NCT 127 on Twitter)

    #2 When “Kick It” plays and Taeyong sings “Let me introduce you to some new thangs, new thangs”

    Imagine the screams and Filipino NCTzens singing along to the boys as they commence their concert with the iconic “Kick It” — from that intro to Taeyong’s “let me introduce you to some new thangs, new thangs” and Yuta and Haechan’s ” baby we go wild 1 2 7 squad” to the bridge of the song until the ending. The upcoming show will also serve as the first time NCT 127 will perform “Kick It” on the Philippine concert stage.

    Released in 2020, “Kick It” is the title track of the boy group’s second studio album, NCT #127: Neo Zone.

    #3 When the boys greet Filipino NCTzens during their first ment

    After three years, NCT 127 returns to the Philippines. This time, the stage is all theirs. Get ready, NCTzens, to cheer loudly when Taeyong, Taeil, Johnny, Yuta, Doyoung, Jaehyun, Jungwoo, Mark, and Haechan greet you, “To the world ์—ฌ๊ธด NCT!”

    The boys will most definitely not miss the opportunity to say hi in the local language and relay their gratitude and love to fans with “salamat” and “mahal ko kayo“.

    NEO CITY: THE LINK in Manila
    The boys during the Singapore stop of their world tour (Photo from NCT 127 on Twitter)

    #4 Nostalgia kicking in when NCT 127 performs “Cherry Bomb”

    The boys of NCT 127 will perform songs from their latest releases, including “Sticker” and “Favorite (Vampire)”. But the boy group will also take us back to their earlier releases such as “Cherry Bomb” and its legendary choreography. Based on the Singapore stop of their tour, NCTzens may also get performances of “Paradise” and “Touch”.

    #5 When the boys go all out in “Love on the Floor”

    Probably the most highly-anticipated stage in NEO CITY: THE LINK Tour, “Love on the Floor” will show an impressive performance of NCT 127, boasting the boys’ stable vocals and fiery rap, in addition to doing the choreography everyone is looking forward to.

    We know you have seen the live performances, so we are sharing the official audio instead *winks

    #6 Those solo and unit stages

    The individuality of the members will shine more with the special stages they have prepared for fans. A number of members will take the stage with solo performances and unit stages, showing off their charms and highlighting their undeniable talents.

    #7 When NCTzens show all their love for NCT 127

    And of course, a concert will never be a success without the outpouring of love from fans. The ticketing selling that saw tickets go sold out in just a few hours was already evidence of the strong support of NCTzens for the boys.

    We can’t wait to see what Filipino NCTzens have in store for NCT 127 on September 4 *heart eyes

    Neo pearl champagne ocean during the NEO CITY: THE LINK Tour in Tokyo (Photo from NCT 127 on Twitter)

    What moments you cannot wait to witness in NEO CITY: THE LINK Tour in Manila, NCTzens?

    The NCT 127 2ND TOUR [NEO CITY: MANILA – THE LINK] is presented by PULP Live World.

  • Millie Bobby Brown and Henry Cavill return in Enola Holmes 2

    Millie Bobby Brown and Henry Cavill return in Enola Holmes 2

    Enola Holmes 2 has been confirmed by Netflix. In a 2020 film sequel, Millie Bobby Brown and Henry Cavill will reprise their roles as Enola Holmes and Sherlock Holmes.

    Photo from Netflix

    It has been revealed that several of the original film’s key cast members, including Louis Partridge as Tewkesbury, Helena Bonham Carter as Enola’s mother Eudoria, Adeel Akhtar as Lestrade, and Susan Wokoma as Edith, will return for the sequel.

    In the sequel, Enola opens her own detective agency as her brother did, and there she meets a young factory girl who needs help. Enola embarks on a brand-new journey in which she must solve a high-stakes case in order to locate her lost sister. This dangerous mystery will take Enola on a wild ride through the dark, industrial parts of London that are full of conspiracies.

    Fans of the previous film can expect more of the same heart-pounding action scenes thanks to the return of Bradbeer as director and Jack Thorne as writer.

    The cast has now been seen in action in sneak peek photos.

    Courtesy of Netflix

    Enola Holmes 2 will be available to stream on Netflix on November 4th.

  • ATEEZ, iKON and GOT7’s Youngjae Confirmed for 2022 K-Pop Masterz Ep. 2 in Manila

    ATEEZ, iKON and GOT7’s Youngjae Confirmed for 2022 K-Pop Masterz Ep. 2 in Manila

    It’s happening! Gear up, Philippines, because the 2022 K-Pop Masterz Ep. 2 in Manila is coming to you real soon!

    Following the success of the 2022 K-Pop Masterz in Manila last July, PULP Live World brings another must-see show on the local concert stage as ATEEZ, iKON, and GOT7’s Youngjae team up for the 2022 K-Pop Masterz Ep. 2 in Manila.

    Happening on September 23 at the Araneta Coliseum, the upcoming concert promises a fired-up show and exciting surprises for the fans. It will serve as ATEEZ’s first-ever performance in the Philippines and will mark iKON and GOT7’s Youngjae’s return to the Philippine concert stage.

    Oficial poster from PULP Live World

    Tickets to the 2022 K-Pop Masterz Ep. 2 in Manila will go on sale on September 3 at 12 noon via TicketNet outlets and online thru www.ticketnet.com.ph.

    The prices of the tickets are as follows:

    • VIP Standing A & B – Php 13,500
    • VIP Seated – Php 13,500
    • Lower Box – Php 10,500
    • Upper Box A – Php 8,500
    • Upper Box B – Php 6,500
    • General Admission – Php 3,500

    Please note that the above prices are exclusive of ticketing charges. In addition, fan benefits await lucky fans as tickets to the show, depending on the tier and chosen at random, will include raffled perks. Fan benefits include:

    • VIP Standing, VIP Seated, and Lower Box – exclusive photocards, signed album, signed poster, and a souvenir show card
    • Upper Box A – signed album, signed poster, and a souvenir show card
    • Upper Box B – signed poster and a souvenir show card
    • General Admission – a souvenir show card

    Exclusive photocards, signed album, and signed poster will be raffled and chosen at random. Meanwhile, all ticketholders will take home a souvenir show card.

    The 2022 K-Pop Masterz Ep. 2 in Manila is presented by PULP Live World and Happee Hour.

  • Alexander 23 Talks About New Album, Upcoming Concert, and More

    Alexander 23 Talks About New Album, Upcoming Concert, and More

    Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Alexander 23 is coming to the Philippines on September 3 at the Samsung Hall, SM Aura, bringing so much excitement to fans who canโ€™t wait to hear his music live. And the singer-songwriter is equally excited to visit the country and perform in front of his supporters.

    Prior to the concert, Alexander 23 met members of the press for a round table media interview via video conferencing last August 4 where he talked about his upcoming show and what heโ€™s most excited about bringing his music to the Philippine concert stage.

    Press: What excites you the most about visiting the Philippines?

    Alexander 23: What excites you the most? Wow, itโ€™s very hard, well I mean the easy and quick answer is FOOD! I am very excited to try all the food but aside from that, I think what is so exciting is that Iโ€™ve been doing these zooms for the past 2 years I think since โ€œIDK you yetโ€ came out, and itโ€™s been such an honor and privilege to get to know everyone through the computer but, Iโ€™m just really looking forward to like getting that in-person interaction and that real interpersonal connection that you canโ€™t feel over the computer.

    P: What is your initial reaction upon learning that you will be having a show in Manila soon?

    A: I was likeโ€ฆ F.I.N.A.L.L.Y!!! Oh my god, this has been on top of my list for so long so, it was like a sense of relief and immediate joy I mean, I would tell like people in the Philippines have been outstandingly kind and supportive to me and of my music and so I feel that the least I can do is reciprocate that and come to a show!

    P: What would be your favorite song to perform live and why?

    A: I will answer in two parts, I am very excited to play โ€œIDK You Yetโ€ live because there are so many places in the world, I still havenโ€™t gotten to do that one yet. You know Iโ€™ve gotten to do it around the states but so many other people around the world connected to that song so Iโ€™m excited to do that one in Manila.
    But, from the new album, I really like playing โ€œSomebodyโ€™s Nobodyโ€ lives, thatโ€™s a really fun one I think, thatโ€™s probably one of my favorites from the new one.

    P: What can you say about your Filipino fans, and can you tell us about your connection with them?

    A: First of all, even the fact that I have a Filipino fan is mind-blowing to me. I grew up in the mid-west, in the middle of the United States, so the fact that anyone in the Philippines knows who I am is already something that I am grateful for. And, like I was saying before, I just have felt just so much kindness from them and theyโ€™ve been so unconditionally supportive of me as a person and as a musician so itโ€™s an enormous THANK YOU!

    P: You recently performed at Lollapalooza โ€“ one of the biggest US Music festivals. Tell us about the experience of performing on the stage in Chicago where you are from?

    A: It is AMAZING for so many reasons. The fact that I got to look out into the crowd and see not only that just sea of people but also see my family and my friends who I grew up with made it especially special. Something Iโ€™m going to remember forever.

    P: Is there any artist you want to collaborate with and if you can tell us about your collaboration process with this album was there enough time to talk about breakups and unrequited loves in between your collaboration sessions?

    A: Yeah, luckily the collaborations were a really good opportunity to talk about the kind of stuff that I was going through emotionally. I am really really particular with who I collaborate with, and thatโ€™s why historically I havenโ€™t worked with that many people. In this album, I kinda made it a point to bring some people whom I trusted both musically of course but, also emotionally and felt really safe or so. Itโ€™s so nice to kinda get some new energy into my music. And then as far as the people that I hope to collaborate with there are definitely a lot of people out there. I think right now on top of the list is an artist called Kacey Musgraves whom I am a super huge fan of! Sheโ€™s incredible and one of my favorite songwriters.

    P: What was it like collaborating with Charlie Puth and Olivia Rodrigo?

    A: It was great! I feel very fortunate that some of my closest friends are some of my biggest musical heroes! And people that I just think or so are unbelievably talented. To get to steal their skill set little but for my own music is such a cool thing for me to get to do. It was a fun kind of hand-picking different friends to ask to be involved in my album.

    P: Could you tell us about your song โ€œHate Me If It Helpsโ€? How did you get inspired to write the song or were there any real-life experiences you would like to share that are connected to it?

    A: The song for me is definitely kind of a journey. Itโ€™s kind of the first time I allowed myself to be kind of angry in a song and just kind of mad and stuff. Itโ€™s about the feeling of wanting someone to just get over you at all costs. But then when it comes down to them actually hating you, that still hurts. Itโ€™s still something that doesnโ€™t feel good even if you also want them to be able to move on. Kind of just about super conflicting feelings.

    Press: You wrote โ€œIDK You Yetโ€ because you had a void in your heart during the pandemic and a lot of people related to that. Do you think music in some ways filled up that void? And how are you now? Are you better?

    Alexander 23: Thatโ€™s a good question! I donโ€™t think anyone asked me if Iโ€™m better. You know what I think I am better. Whatever โ€œBETTERโ€ means, I think I am at the very least BETTER than I was before for sure!

    P: During the pandemic, you did a lot of stuff like cooking did it helps with your music or your other hobbies?

    A: Yes, for me, I always to be doing other million things at once. Like if Iโ€™m only doing music, I kind of drive myself crazy you know. So, itโ€™s important for me to have other creative endeavors that I am doing as well.

    P: Did you enjoy it? Or did you actually cook a lot of stuff?

    A: Yes, I do a decent amount of cooking. I traveled a lot so itโ€™s hard to do it consistently but, whenever Iโ€™m in Los Angeles for more than a few days then Iโ€™m definitely cooking.

    P: On a scale of 1 to 10 and 10 being the highest how excited are you to finally perform in Manila?

    A: I would say Iโ€™m about 23 out of 10 excited!

    P: How does it feel to have finally released a full-length debut album?

    A: It feels amazing! Iโ€™ve talked about this a little bit today. I think one of the coolest parts about it is, that when you put a single out, you get to see who relates to that single and thatโ€™s so special. But, when you put an album out, you get to see the wide array of things that people picked from the album something they identified with and itโ€™s cool to see what the people picked and where different people are drawn towards.

    P: Your album is about many things and can be about the breakup as well. How did music become therapy to you as you experienced this?

    A: I think I used music as a place I put all of these feelings, so I donโ€™t need to feel them anymore. Itโ€™s always been like that, a lot of stuff I talked about in my songs is not things it’s fun to feel thatโ€™s why some people relate to them so much! But I like to wash my hands to them and leave them there and so itโ€™s been really a powerful tool for me to deal with some of the heavier emotional stuff that life can sick and throw you away.

    Alexander 23 did not let the opportunity pass to throw his own questions as he asked about what Filipino food item he definitely must try during his Manila visit and on the general opinion of Filipinos about Americans.

    Closing the interview, the Chicago-bred artist relayed his excitement to perform in the country. โ€œI will see you on September 3. It feels good and I canโ€™t wait,โ€ he remarked.

    Alexander 23 Live in Manila is happening on September 3 at the Samsung Hall, SM Aura. Tickets are available via SM Tickets outlets and online thru www.smtickets.com.

    Ticket prices are as follows:

    • Floor Standing – Php 2,660
    • Balcony – Php 1,920
  • Yugyeom Stages the Coolest Friday Party in First Solo Manila Concert

    Yugyeom Stages the Coolest Friday Party in First Solo Manila Concert

    The week was bearable because the ending is with Yugyeom!

    GOT7’s Yugyeom made his solo debut on the Philippine concert stage last August 19 at the New Frontier Theater. Presented by PULP Live World, YUGYEOM LIVE IN MANILA served as the first solo concert of the singer-songwriter in Asia.

    Yugyeom Live in Manila

    And it was indeed the debut on the Philippine concert stage and the best capped off the week with Yugyeom and Ahgases teaming up to stage the coolest and most fun Friday party.

    DJ Wegun kicked off the night’s happening with a hyped-up DJ set of various songs including GOT7’s best hits. The crowd danced to the beat and jumped along with every song that came on. The energy was truly resonating at the New Frontier Theater that when Yugyeom came on stage, the cheers reached the roof and the energy seemed boundless.

    DJ Wegun opening YUGYEOM LIVE IN MANILA

    Yugyeom fronted his set with “I Want U Around”, the first track from his first extended play Point of View: U which featured DeVita. And there was no slowing down as the singer-songwriter immediately followed it up with tracks from Point of View: U namely “Running Through the Rain”, “When You Fall”, and “Falling in Love”.

    In his introduction ment and amid the “Kim Yugyeom” cheers, the GOT7 member greeted Ahgases with “Mabuhay, Philippines” and his brightest smile — much to the delight of the crowd who have been waiting for his return. He expressed his happiness on seeing a lot of Ahgases.

    Truly, it was hard not to fall deeper in love with the GOT7 member who made sure that Ahgases who came to see him that Friday night got to experience the best party as he delivers the smoothest vocals in every performance.

    That night was definitely all about Yugyeom. Coming back to the Philippine concert stage after almost three years and after signing with AOMG, the singer-songwriter has definitely grown as an artist and as a performer. And that growth was more evident as, for the first time, he stood on the Philippine concert stage as a solo artist.

    He turned the excitement a step higher with “Take You Down”, “Lights”, and “All Your Fault”, before being the cutest tease during the remixed version of Jay Park’s “Mommae” and “All I Wanna Do”. With the smoothest groove and sexiest moves, Yugyeom reminded everyone that he is one of K-Pop’s best dancers.

    He was mesmerizing and undeniably captivating as he takes over the stage with effortless charm and talent. He was the best entertainer, turning the venue into a big party where everyone felt free to move to the music, scream loud, and enjoy every bit of the moment. Always ready to perform and always sure to give the best show, Yugyeom continued to captivate with “Always Ready” and “Love the Way”.

    But a GOT7 member concert will never be complete without reminding everyone of their roots. The maknae of GOT7 hard carried in his performance of “Hard Carry”. Screams grew louder as the singer-songwriter went around the standing section to interact with fans. He went on to perform “Two” before closing his set with a performance of “1+1”.

    Before ending the show, Yugyeom promised to return to the Philippines and sweetly declared his unending support for Ahgases. “I will continue rooting for Philippine Ahgases,” he said. And that love was reciprocated with Philippine Ahgases’ promise that “Ahgase will always hold your hand”.

    YUGYEOM LIVE IN MANILA ended with every fan leaving with spirited smiles — happy to see Yugyeom and spend Friday night cheering loud, dancing and singing along, and getting hyped with their fellow Ahgases. Lucky fans got to personally say their “see you again” to the GOT7 member through the goodbye session. In addition, prior to the start of the show, some took part in a meet-and-greet event with Yugyeom.

    Special thanks to PULP Live World for the invitation to the event.

  • The World-Famous Bootleg Beatles are Coming Back To Manila This October!

    The World-Famous Bootleg Beatles are Coming Back To Manila This October!

    The Bootleg Beatles Live in Manila 2022

    To all those long-time fans still young at heart , and to all old souls out here in the archipelago and โ€œAcross The Universeโ€, get ready as the world-renowned tribute act The Bootleg Beatles return to the Philippines for a nostalgic and wonderful show at the PICC Plenary Hall.

    From โ€œLove Me Doโ€ to โ€œLet It Beโ€, from the Cavern to the Apple rooftop, from black and white to psychedelic technicolour, the worldโ€™s Premier Beatle band returns to take you on a whistle-stop journey through the most vibrant revolutionary and divisive decade of all – the Swinging Sixties.

    Itโ€™s all here..the iconic mop tops , the Chelsea boots, the witty Beatle banter , the Chesterfield suits.

    This  talented quartet, composed of Steve White (Paul McCartney), Stephen Hill (George Harrison), Tyson Kelly (John Lennon), and Gordon Elsmore (Ringo Starr)  not only sound authentic โ€ฆbut their resemblance to the originals is uncanny.

    As one reviewer  put itโ€ฆโ€Itโ€™s not The Beatles โ€ฆbut you โ€œsimply wonโ€™t believe it.โ€

    Featuring a special set to commemorate the sixtieth anniversary of the Please Please Me LP โ€ฆwhich of course, gave birth to other timeless hits โ€œTwist And Shoutโ€, โ€œI Saw Her Standing Thereโ€, donโ€™t miss this amazing multi-media show . Itโ€™s an absolute must-see for Beatle fans of all ages.

    The Bootleg Beatles have previously performed sold out tours in the Philippines during their 2016 & 2018 tours here. Moreover, they are fresh from performing at this yearโ€™s Glastonbury Festival. So, to all Pinoy Beatles loyalists out there, you better prepare to witness their remarkable concert production behold for a one-of-a-kind live music experience like no other this 2022 featuring the finest repertoire of the worldโ€™s most popular band ever.

    The Bootleg Beatles are performing at the PICC Plenary Hall, Pasay, Manila โ€“ Sunday, October 30th 2022 โ€“ 8pm

    ABOUT THE BOOTLEG BEATLES:

    Formed from the original cast of Londonโ€™s West End multi-media stage show โ€˜Beatlemaniaโ€™, The Bootleg Beatles have become ‘an institution’ with their note-perfect recreation of the hits from the worldโ€™s most famous songbook. Every tiny detail is meticulously covered from costumes to authentic period instruments; from their witty โ€˜Liverpudlianโ€™ banter to their โ€˜inflection perfectโ€™ vocal mimicry. ย Such is the bandโ€™s far-reaching popularity they perform regular high-level concert tours of Australia, New Zealand, South America, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia, as well as their annual sell-out fifty-date national UK tour and a summer festival season including Glastonburyโ€™s main Pyramid stage. Throughout their forty-year career, the Bootleg Beatles have supported many of the worldโ€™s biggest stars including Oasis, Rod Stewart, Tom Jones, Elton John and even Sir Paul McCartney himself. They are also the second and only other group – after the Beatles – to play on Apple Rooftop in Savile Row, London.

    The Bootleg Beatles Live in Manila is presented by Concert Republic.

    Sunday October 30th, PICC Plenary Hall, Pasay, Metro Manila,

    Ticket prices;
    VVIP –ย  Center Reserved Seating โ€“ 5,800 Peso
    VIP –ย  Left/Right Reserved Seating โ€“ 4,800 Peso
    Platinum – Reserved Seating โ€“ 3,800 Peso
    Gold – Reserved Seating โ€“ 2,000 Peso
    Silver – Free Seating โ€“ 1,200 Peso
    Bronze – Free Seating โ€“ 750 Peso
    * Exclusive of ticket service charge

    Tickets available at SM Ticket Outlets or log on to www.smtickets.com or call 8470-2222

  • The Bootleg Beatles Cebu and Davao Concert Cancelled

    The Bootleg Beatles Cebu and Davao Concert Cancelled

    The Bootleg Beatles Cebu and Davao Concert Cancelled

    Concert Republic regretfully announces, The Bootleg Beatles concerts scheduled for SMX Convention Center, Davao, Thursday 27th October & Waterfront City Hotel & Casino, Cebu, Saturday 29th October 2022 have been cancelled, despite the best efforts of Concert Republic and The Bootleg Beatles for the concerts to happen. The Bootleg Beatles have issued the following statement:

    Regrettably we have to cancel our forthcoming concerts in Davao & Cebu due to unforeseen production logistics, however our Manila show at Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Sunday 30th October 2022 will proceed as advertised.

    We apologize for any inconvenience caused and look forward to seeing you all in Manila!
    Davao & Cebu Tickets will be refunded at point of purchase.

    More details about The World-Famous Bootleg Beatles are Coming Back To Manila This October!

  • Global Youth Culture Brand Complex to Launch in the Philippines via KROMA

    Global Youth Culture Brand Complex to Launch in the Philippines via KROMA

    KROMA teams up with Complex Networks to launch Complex PH in Q4 2022!

    Leading multimedia brand KROMA Entertainment, Inc. welcomes global youth culture brand Complex to the Philippines with the launch of Complex PH.

    โ€œWe are very proud to collaborate with Complex in a partnership that will expand their unique voice, content and other movements to the Philippines through the KROMA ecosystem of platforms. KROMA is all about elevating Filipino talent and content on the world stage and giving Filipino audiences new ways to access world-class entertainment. Working with a leading global youth brand like Complex, under media and entertainment giant BuzzFeed, is aligned with this goal,โ€ says Ian Monsod, CEO of Kroma Entertainment, Inc.

    The partnership with Complex was sealed with KROMA Publishing, the digital publishing network under Kroma Entertainment, Inc., that is in the business of enabling cultures, creating content, sparking conversations and building communities for the youth market. Its portfolio features owned titles, like Wonder.ph and FreebieMNL, as well as partner communities and creators LunchboxerPH, PinoyGamer, and TNC PRO ML.

    Complex is part of Complex Networks, which was recently acquired by BuzzFeed Inc., and features a strong portfolio of brands and IPโ€™s in key categories: fashion, food, music, and pop culture.

    โ€œComplex has always been authentic in our voice, to the cultures we represent, and the topics we cover. With KROMA, we’re excited to represent and speak to these cultures and topics, which transcend borders and are just as important in the Philippines, but authentically from the Filipino perspective,โ€ shares Nick Wang, SVP of International Business Development and Partnerships at BuzzFeed Inc.

    The collaboration is expected to deliver hot and fresh content available across different channels and media, but with hyperlocal flair.

    Stay tuned for more details as Complex PH unfolds before the year ends!

    About KROMA Entertainment

    KROMA Entertainment is a TraDigital Entertainment company passionate about creators, talent, content and technology. Its nine brands form a unique ecosystem that work as one to bring together our varying perspectives and points of view to create something new, special and trailblazing.

    About KROMA Publishing

    KROMA Publishing is a digital publishing network under KROMA Entertainment, which includes Wonder.ph and FreebieMNL, with a B2B content solutions business that offers access to a diverse network of digital communities and creators for the youth market.

    About Complex Networks

    Complex Networks champions the people, brands and new trends you need to know now, will obsess over next, and we build consumer universes around them. We’re what a modern entertainment company looks like and what others have followed since 2002. From pop culture and style (Complex), food entertainment (First We Feast), music discovery (Pigeons and Planes), sneaker news (Sole Collector) to our festival of cultural convergence (ComplexCon) โ€” if you want to be part of what’s next and build valuable relationships with the audiences who live in it, join us at Complex Networks.

    Complex Networks is a part of BuzzFeed Inc., and creates and distributes programming with premium distributors, including Netflix, Hulu, Corus, TBS and truTV, Snap, Spotify, Tempo, and Roku. Our content spans music to movies, sports to video games, fashion to food, and more. We reach a coveted 18 to 34-year-old male and female audience in the U.S., per Comscore.

  • Hwang In Youp Brings 1st Fan Meeting Tour to Manila

    Hwang In Youp Brings 1st Fan Meeting Tour to Manila

    Hwang In Youp in Manila is happening this September!

    As he had promised, South Korean model-actor Hwang In Youp is coming back to the Philippines through his 2022 1st Fan Meeting HWANG IN YOUP in Manila.

    Presented by Applewood and Ovation Productions, the fan meeting tour will see the model-actor return to the Philippine shore and meet his local fans at the New Frontier Theater on September 24.

    Tickets to the 2022 1st Fan Meeting HWANG IN YOUP in Manila are now available via TicketNet outlets and online thru www.ticketnet.com.ph. Fans may choose among the available ticket tiers — SVIP, VIP, and Patron.

    Ticket prices:

    • SVIP – Php 10,500
    • VIP – Php 9,500
    • PATRON – Php 5,500

    Please note that the above prices are exclusive of ticketing charges.

    SVIP tickets include a special gift, fansign event, and an official poster. Meanwhile, VIP tickets include a hi-bye event and an official poster. Those who will avail patron tickets have the chance to win a signed polaroid (10) and a signed poster (50). Patron ticketholders will also take home an official poster.

    Manila will serve as the final stop of the model-actor’s first fan meeting tour in Asia that commenced in Seoul last July 24. He then kicked off his overseas fan meeting events in Singapore on July 30, before meeting fans in Jakarta on August 6.

    Along with Manila, Hwang In Youp will bring his 2022 1st Fan Meeting HWANG IN YOUP in Bangkok in September. Thai fans can look forward to that special meeting on September 10.

    The upcoming fan meeting will serve as the second visit of Hwang In Youp in the Philippines. Earlier this year, the model-actor came to the country for a fun meet event in collaboration with BYS Cosmetics.

    2022 1st Fan Meeting HWANG IN YOUP in Manila is presented by Ovation Productions and Applewood.

  • Mcoy Fundales releases latest single โ€˜Ang Forever Koโ€™y Ikawโ€™

    Mcoy Fundales releases latest single โ€˜Ang Forever Koโ€™y Ikawโ€™

    Kapuso singer-songwriter and the original vocalist of โ€˜Orange and Lemonsโ€™ย Mcoy Fundalesย releases a new singleย โ€œAng Forever Ko’y Ikaw,โ€ย under AltG Records, a sublabel of GMA Music.

    ย The song was earlier composed by Mcoy as a theme song for GMAโ€™s romantic comedy series โ€˜Ang Forever Koโ€™y Ikawโ€™ in 2018. Back then, the song was made up of only one stanza and chorus. But after sometime, he decided to finish it. โ€œI want to put another stanza, arrange and record it properly. Nandoon kasi ako sa point na naghahalughog ako ng mga unfinished song ko. I want to finish them for posterity and ito yung inuna ko,โ€ Mcoy revealed.

    ย โ€˜Ang Forever Koโ€™y Ikaw,โ€™ which is produced by Kedy Sanchez,ย A&R Manager of GMA Music,ย is about the serendipity of falling in love and instantly knowing that the person is meant for you.ย 

    Mcoy is ecstatic that his single is finally out this year, โ€œI’m happy to release this song because this is close to my heart and I have been thinking of releasing this for quite some time now. This song could have been released probably a year ago if not for the pandemic.โ€

    ย Aside from this, he is also planning to release an album, โ€œSo far I have already recorded two singles for AltG Records and I already have two more ready. An album is possible if I will be able to write, prepare and record around two more songs.โ€

    ย Meanwhile, Mcoy is happy to be able to juggle being a songwriter and scriptwriter at the same time, โ€œWriting for TV and movies is still my main focus now but music will always be with me. I can always write songs, either for myself or for another artist, or for projects. I am privileged to be able to record and release singles for AltG Records.โ€ย At present,ย he is one of the writers of โ€˜Pepito Manaloto,โ€™ โ€˜Bubble Gang,โ€™ and โ€˜All-Out Sundays.โ€™ย Catchย โ€˜Ang Forever Koโ€™y Ikaw,โ€™ย nowย available on all digital streaming platforms worldwide.ย 

  • All Time Low Gives a Monday Therapy in Comeback Concert in Manila

    All Time Low Gives a Monday Therapy in Comeback Concert in Manila

    All Time Low returns to the Philippines!

    For the first time in five years, Baltimore pop-punk legends, All Time Low, returned to the Manila stage on August 15 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Presented by PULP Live World, All Time Low Live in Manila was a showcase of the band’s remarkable legacy.

    Without realizing they were onto something big, All Time Low started as a high school band in 2003. In less than two years after their formation, the band went from covering the music of punk bands like Blink-182 to signing with Emerald Moon Records. They now have more than 3.3 million fans on Facebook and have headlined music festivals around the world.

    Yet, All Time Low is definitely not your average rock band. It’s unusual for bands to maintain their original lineup for this long, especially without introducing new members, but they managed to do it for 18 years — and Monday night’s happenings were a testament to why All Time Low remains a solid figure in the music scene.

    Before All Time Low took over the stage, headbanging and bouncing got the night’s festivities started when Chicosci took the stage with a short 30-minute set. They were the perfect band to get the audience in the mood as they screamed and jumped all over the stage and played their hits for the audience such as “Paris”, “A Promise”, “Social Club”, and “Rasberry”, before ending their set with “Diamond Shotgun”.

    Following the hyped-up opening set of Chicosci and with lights dimmed, All Time Low took the stage — and I knew, from that very moment, that I was in for one of the best concerts I’d ever seen. The Baltimore boys started the party with their opening song, “Lost in Stereo” with strings of confetti ribbons thrown into the air which immediately got the audience dancing to the upbeat music they played. I could feel the energy and bass bouncing off the walls and through your bones, thanks to the band’s chemistry and the hilarious remarks throughout the show.

    The opening song was immediately followed by a track from the Last Young Renegade album, called “Dark Side of Your Room”. The band also touched on new songs such as “Sleeping In” and “Some Kind of Disaster” from their eighth studio album, Wake Up Sunshine.

    “This is fucking incredible. My mind is blown right now. There are so many of you and you’re singing so loud,” frontman Alex Gaskarth said before performing “Missing You”. The lyrics of the song resonated with a wonderful message as it speaks of the futility of trying to fight an addiction to drugs, depression, or anything else fatal. They are “missing out” because they are isolated from the world and, in most cases, succumb to their addiction. The song is an encouragement to reclaim one’s life from such vices, and it promises that a friend will be there to provide a hand if one needs it. “Missing You” is no doubt the most meaningful song by All Time Low.

    All Time Low kept saying how much fun they were having and how the Manila crowd was one of their favorite audiences and a notable change from their usual shows. It’s cliche to say as bands have a bad habit of overusing the phrase, but it sounded so sincere when they said it. They didn’t engage in the usual obscene, gimmicky banter between songs, but instead repeatedly expressed their gratitude to the audience for coming out to see them.

    They returned for an encore performance of three songs. The encore began with “PMA”, followed by “Therapy”, the most requested song of the night. Prior to playing “Therapy”, they requested the support of the audience as they sang the song. It was one of the biggest moments of the entire show, probably because I could feel the audience’s feelings as they sang to it. Cannons fired off bursts of confetti as they closed the show with their signature hit, “Dear Maria, Count Me In”.

    Even though they’re on the road to promoting their latest album, Wake Up Sunshine, the band’s repertoire featured songs from all of their albums — pleasing both longtime fans and newcomers.

    Pop-punk fans were not disappointed by Monday night’s performance and the crowd left with a clear understanding of why they’ve been around for so long.

    Special thanks to PULP Live World.

    All Time Low Live in Manila 2022 Setlist

    Lost in Stereo
    Dark Side of Your Room
    Sleeping In
    Some Kind of Disaster
    Weightless
    Once in a Lifetime
    Backseat Serenade
    Life of the Party
    Dirty Laundry
    Missing You
    Good Times
    Somethingโ€™s Gotta Give
    Damned If I Do Ya (Damned If I Don’t)
    Blinding Lights (The Weeknd cover)
    Monsters

    Encore:
    PMA
    Therapy
    Dear Maria, Count Me In

    Words by: Vince Bernardo

    Photos by: Glenn Tan

  • Lay Zhang of EXO to headline METAMOON Music Festival this November in New York City

    Lay Zhang of EXO to headline METAMOON Music Festival this November in New York City

    (Manila, Philippines, August 19, 2022) – The MetaMoon Music Festival, a festival and cultural experience to celebrate the Asian American diaspora, is coming to Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York on Saturday, 26 November 2022.

    Founded by Hong Kong-based Graceful Media and produced in partnership with Live Nation, the inaugural MetaMoon Music Festival will showcase the global reach and impact of Asian artists, music, and fans, while emphasizing the culturally rich and diverse communities in Brooklyn and across New York City.

    One of the festival highlights for its first year includes Lay Zhang from K-pop supergroup EXO, who will be headlining the event. The award-winning Chinese singer-songwriter/actor is expected to bring an exciting performance to share with his fans around the world. MetaMoon Music Festival will also feature performers from Asia, including many who will be making their United States debut like 9m88, Karencici, ร˜ZI, and Sury Su, who will be making their arena debuts in the US. More artists and special guests are expected to be announced and American rapper-comedian MC Jin will host the evening. Tickets are available online at seatgeek.com and barclayscenter.com.

    “There is a great need for stronger Asian representation in pop culture and the media, and the mission of MetaMoon Music Festival is to give artists the ability to shine from a prominent stage in the heart of Brooklyn,” said Grace Chen, Founder of Graceful Media. “Now more than ever, music is truly a global language, and talent, no matter where they come from, will resonate with fans across cultures if given the opportunity to share their passion and creativity.”

    MetaMoon Music Festival’s mission is to bridge the gap between Asia and the United States and show that music is a universal language. The Asian community has been historically underrepresented in American entertainment. Now more than ever, cultural exchanges and the power of pop culture can counteract the polarizing politics and geopolitical challenges in society.

    Graceful Media set out to create a platform in the United States for Asian and Asian American artists, who may not receive the visibility they deserve, to have a space where their fans can connect and celebrate while discovering new music and artists. New York City has the most prominent Asian-American population in the United States โ€“ almost 15% of the entire city’s population โ€“ making Barclays Center the perfect host venue for the festival.

    “Live Nation is committed to creating endless opportunities to connect artists of all genres and backgrounds with their fans,” said Geoff Gordon, Regional President, Live Nation Northeast. “The inaugural MetaMoon Music Festival will inspire and create new and exciting opportunities for many of today’s Asian artists, from both here and abroad, to shine brightly, and engage their fans in this epic and unforgettable event.”

    “Since opening our doors in 2012, Barclays Center has hosted some of the biggest names in the music industry, bringing countless fans and artists together in the heart of Brooklyn,” said Laurie Jacoby, Executive Vice President and Chief Entertainment Officer at BSE Global, parent company of Barclays Center. “Our goal is for MetaMoon Music Festival to highlight the importance of the Asian community while simultaneously celebrating the diverse and exciting culture of our city.”

    For more information on the MetaMoon Music Festival, please visit www.metamoonfest.com.

  • Jessi Performs in Manila in September

    Jessi Performs in Manila in September

    Get ready for a great show ahead in Jessi Concert 2022: Zoom in Manila!

    South Korean-American rapper, singer, and entertainer Jessi will hold her first ever solo concert in the Philippines in December. Presented by Neuwave Events and Productions, JESSI CONCERT 2022: ZOOM IN MANILA is happening on September 30 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

    Philippine Jebbies will enjoy a night of the bestest party-like concert as Jessi promises nothing but the greatest show for her local fans whom she will be greeting for the first time with a solo concert. In a video greeting, the rapper relayed her excitement on finally performing in the Philippines thru a concert.

    In addition, she also said during her Instagram Live that the concert will be more personal and a different kind of experience compared to a festival.

    Tickets to the concert are still on sale via SM Tickets outlets and online thru www.smtickets.com.

    Ticket prices for Zoom in Manila are as follows:

    • VIP WAVE 1/2/3 STANDING – Php 10,300
    • VIP STANDING/SEATED – Php 9,000
    • LOWER BOX – Php 7,500
    • UPPER BOX – Php 4,500
    • GENERAL ADMISSION – Php 1,700

    Prices are inclusive of ticketing charges.

    Aside from seeing Jessi perform her greatest hits, Zoom in Manila includes fan perks for VIP WAVE ticketholders. Fan perks include souncheck for VIP Wave 1, send-off for VIP Wave 2, and photo-op for VIP Wave 3. All ticketholders have the chance to win one of the 45 signed posters.

    Get to know Jessi

    Jessi debuted in 2005 with the release of the single album Get Up. She went to release another single album in 2009 called The Rebirth, before going on a hiatus for five years. The rapper returned to the Korea as a member of the trio Lucky J. In 2015, she made her name more well-known in the industry with her strong performances in the first season of the survival show, Unpretty Rapstar, a spin-off of Show Me the Money. She placed second in the season’s final episode.

    Following her stint in Unpretty Rapstar, she was featured in JYP’s “Who’s Your Mama?” single.

    Jessi continued to shake Korea’s music industry with her first solo rap single “Ssenunni”. In 2016, she joined the cast of Sister’s Slam Dunk and made her name more known in the entertainment scene.

    The following year, Jessi came out with her first mini album, Un2verse, with “Gucci” as the lead single.

    Jessi went on to cement her position in both the rap and entertainment scenes. She released “Who Dat B” and “Drip” which preceded her highly-successful extended play Nuna with the chart-topping single “Nunu Nana” as the title track.

    She followed up “Nunu Nana” with “What Type of X” and the viral hit “Zoom”. “Zoom” became a viral Tiktok trend and charted on Gaon Digital Chart Top 20, peaking at number 12.

    She also teamed up with Yoo Jae Suk in Hangout with Yoo where Refund Sisters was born. Refund Sisters saw Jessi work with Uhm Junghwa, Lee Hyori, and Hwasa. Jessi reunited with Yoo Jae Suk in the entertainment program Sixth Sense, together with Oh Nara, Mijoo, Jeon Somin, and Lee Sangyeob.

    Jessi also hosted her own program, Showterview with Jessi.

    JESSI CONCERT 2022: ZOOM IN MANILA is presented by Neuwave Events and Productions.