Category: Concert Reviews
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A Superb Comeback: Super Show 7 in Manila
A few members less but still a superb group nonetheless – South Korea’s Super Junior graced the Mall of Asia Arena for their Super Show 7. Leeteuk, Heechul, Yesung, Shindong, Eunhyuk, Donghae, and Siwon once again proved that they are indeed legendary Kpop Idols. Also known as SuJu, the group was in hiatus for quite…
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Sandwich Celebrates 20th Anniversary Under the Glow of the Satellite
In the world of music, staying together for ten years is a feat. Staying together for twenty, however, you can only believe that it must be some sort of holy union. Sandwich, one of the pioneering bands in the industry of Filipino music, has proven that they must be just that, as they celebrated their…
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The Script Celebrates Freedom in their 4th Manila Show
April 14, 2018 – The Script visited Manila for the fourth time, and the Filipino crowd was beyond thrilled to have them back. The MOA Arena was full to the brim as thousands and thousands of fans filled the seats, ready and to belt out each and every word to the band’s extensive discography (and…
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KARD Showcases a Shuffle of Surprises in Manila
February 10, 2018 – K-pop quartet group KARD held the final stop of their Wild KARD Asian Tour at the KIA Theater, showcasing a shuffle of dynamic and exceptional performances. Before Manila, they had done successful shows in Asia, America, South America and Europe.
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Into The xx’s Violent Noise
The Philippine concert crowd would surely remember the thrill (of affection) brought about by The xx’s most recent concert here at the World Trade Center on February 7. The indie pop trio from UK, composed of Romy Madley Croft, Oliver Sim and Jamie xx, returned after four years to wreak a solid live set for…
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One Ok Rock Reaches New Heights with Ambitions
Anyone who has ever seen One Ok Rock live would agree – they are phenomenal. Their showmanship is incredible, much so that when the concert ends, you find yourself hoping for the next one to roll in quick. And that’s exactly what The Ambitions Asia Tour Live in Manila made us feel.
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Up All Night with David Archuleta
David Archuleta–that charming, innocent looking, dapper and youngest aspirant from American Idol Season 7–came back to Manila to entertain his fans and bring them new songs six years after his Araneta Coliseum show in 2011. After his two-year hiatus from the music industry, David came back with a new album titled Postcards In The Sky,…
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Seventeen Shines Brighter than Ever in Manila
October 6, 2017 – Seventeen recently finished their first ever world tour titled Diamond Edge and the MOA Arena was lucky enough to be its final stop. Presented by MMI Live, the highly successful show was definitely one that made it worth the time and money. Currently on a steady global rise, the thirteen-member South…
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King for a Day with Matisyahu
Matisyahu’s first ever performance in the Philippines is one good example of why you should still go and see an artist perform even if you only know one song from them. When DMC Entertainment announced the reggae star’s Manila dates, how to promote the show is short of a no-brainer: Tell everyone the artist behind…
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For What It’s Worth: Liam Gallagher Live in Manila
August 14, MOA Arena – Liam Gallagher, known as the former frontman of Oasis, owned the Manila stage for one evening as he performed some of the Oasis classics and gave a taste of what he had to offer as a solo artist. The Philippines, being the only stop in Southeast Asia, was lucky enough…
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Causing A Stir: In The Mix 2017 Was Fun and Lively
Anyone suffering from major PCD after watching the In The Mix Music Festival? After being blown away by that experience, we are definitely checking in for multiple counts. This year’s iteration of the festival built a powerhouse lineup that the SM MOA Arena almost cannot contain.
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BTS Takes Flight with Wings
The closing VCR of the concert quoted Bob Dylan:”How many roads must a man walk down before you call him a man?” Given the story of BTS’ success, the quote resonated with me to mean the one thing the group shed blood, sweat, and tears for—recognition. They have conquered hearts, charts, and major music awards since their beginnings…
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Such a Heavenly View: Coldplay Brings Magic to Manila
Filling the 35,000 capacity of the Mall of Asia Concert Ground on Coldplay’s first ever gig in Manila and with tickets selling like hotcakes during Citi pre-sale, Globe pre-sale and public sale in November last year, it was evident that this show was going to be one of the biggest concerts that Manila has ever…
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Shawn Mendes Treats Manila Better
It was hard to know what to expect last Saturday night as the packed-out MOA Arena eagerly awaited for Shawn Mendes to hit the stage. He drew thousands of fans to Mall of Asia Arena. The 18-year-old Canadian singer whose singles “Stitches”, “Treat You Better” and “Mercy” became huge hits worldwide, finally performed for…
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What You Missed – Goo Goo Dolls Live in Manila
It took them quite a long time to perform in Manila, and damn well they did, finally. Goo Goo Dolls frontman John Rzeznik said so himself, that the band could have gone here earlier to perform before the crowd of Nineties kids–by age and at heart–presumably during a more youthful and energetic time, and maybe…
