Category: Concert Reviews
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Making Memories with Before You Exit
There’s no question about it, Before You Exit knows how to stir up a frenzy amongst girls, and last Friday night proved that Filipinos are not immune to their charms. Before You Exit fans or “Exiters” as they are known, experienced post concert depression last week at the KIA Theatre.
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EXO Shakes Up The Big Dome
January 2016 saw EXO make Philippine Kpop history as the first-ever act to hold a two-night concert. A little over a year later, the nine-member group is back in Manila, shattering their previous record by mounting two nights of Exordium in Manila at the Big Dome. EXO-Ls, as the fandom is called, have marked the…
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Bryan Adams Gives Manila A Night to Remember
So it happened, finally. After 20 long years one of the best-selling Canadian artists in music history, Bryan Adams performed for his Filipino fans last Wednesday night, January 18, at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum. This was one of the most anticipated show for both 80’s and 90’s babies who grew up singing his songs. Looking well-dressed…
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Mayday Parade’s Fifth Concert in Manila
Mayday Parade’s fifth performance in the Philippines proved to be their best one yet. Ever since their first concert in 2011, they’ve been back to Manila almost every year. Two years after their last show, Mayday Parade performed a sold-out show at the SM Aura’s Samsung Hall last Saturday evening.
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A Serving of Seoulite Delight from Lee Hi
South Korean powerhouse vocalist from YG Entertainment, Lee Hi (Lee Ha-yi), treated her fans with her breathtaking voice during her first showcase in Manila as part of her Seoulite Tour 2016 last September 23 at the SM North EDSA Skydome. The lights dimmed at 8PM and the spotlights focused to Lee Hi as she opened…
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MBC Show Champion Marks Its 200th Episode in Manila
September 3, 2016 would go down in history as the first time ever that a major Korean music show was held in the Philippines. Presented by All Access Productions, MBC Show Champion officially marked its 200th episode at the MOA Arena with thousands of fervent fans who cheered and partied with 9 of the most…
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The Chainsmokers Ignite Manila With Electrifying Beats
photo via The Chainsmokers on Instagram With performances such as “Roses,” “Don’t Let Me Down,” “Water Bed,” “Kanye” and “Inside Out,” The Chainsmokers are on top of their game this year, and with their latest single, “Closer” featuring Halsey, they’re showing no signs of stopping. Closer, the song which features Drew’s voice, debuted within the…
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BTS Sets Manila Ablaze during Epilogue
July 30, 2016 – It was one fiery evening at the MOA Arena as BTS lit up the stage with their most explosive concert tour yet. The South Korean hiphop group composed of Rap Monster, Suga, J-hope, Jin, Jimin, V and Jungkook, had the Arena blazing with 15,000 people singing and raving their souls out…
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In the Mix: A Victorious Night
In the Mix united concertgoers of different genres and age groups for an unforgettable night. They indulged in six performances from late afternoon until early the next day.
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Smart Dares People to Own It
July 9, 2016 – The SMART Araneta Coliseum was abuzz with a four-hour concert featuring some of the most prominent YouTube stars of late including Lynk, Max Schneider, Tiffany Alvord, Sam Tsui, Kurt Hugo Schneider and Leroy Sanchez.
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Concert report: Culture Club featuring Boy George
The performance of Boy George and the Culture Club was a fruitful culmination of different struggles, and it was all a rewarding experience. The first struggle was from the fans who waited long and long enough to see in the flesh a band whose heyday was a generation ago. given this fact, it was safe…
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MTV Music Evolution Returns for a Second Time, Local and International Icons Take The Stage By Storm
Heavy rain had no effect on music fans who planned on attending the second installment of MTV Music Evolution on June 24 at Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. The annual music event gathered more than 20,000 fans across the Southeast Asian region. The festival has become one of the top live music events this year,…
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A wonderful world with Of Monsters and Men
One of Iceland’s greatest contributions in music, Of Monsters And Men stormed onto the stage at the World Trade Center last May 12. The five-piece band swooned Manila for the first time with their lovable accents and magical instruments. The band totally brought the audience to life in full swing, as the energy level kicked…
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Little Mix Magic
What a flawless performance and a truly well-polished show. It was like a party with sparkly costumes! It’s hard to believe that four years ago, Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, and Jade Thirlwall each walked onto X Factor’s stage with just one dream – to each become a solo pop star. Just like One…
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A Classy Evening with Andrea Bocelli
It was a red carpet kind of night, as attendees dressed up in their Sunday best—just like the way they would if they were at a theater. As the lights dimmed, the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra together with the Ateneo Chamber singers began the overture. As soon as they concluded the opening piece, the audience showed…
