Category: Concert Reviews

It took a year and a half, but RIIZE finally made their long-awaited return to the Philippines for RIIZING LOUD in Manila last January 17 (SUN) at the Mall of Asia Arena, and the moment they stepped onstage, it felt like coming home. Seeing Shotaro, Eunseok, Sungchan, Wonbin, Sohee, and Anton again was emotional in…

South Korean artist and member of renowned K-pop girl group Red Velvet, WENDY, returned to the Philippines for her first solo tour <W:EALIVE> last January 17, 2026, at the New Frontier Theater, officially concluding her tour with Manila as her last stop. Blue lights representing her color, and pastel coral from the mandubongs of fans…

Former Super Junior member Kangin returned to Manila to kick off his fan meeting tour, ‘Stunning Together,’ on January 11 at the SM North EDSA Skydome. Officially returning after 13 years, with his last visit being in October 2013 for Super Junior’s ‘Super Show 5’ concert, Kangin was naturally shy at first. As the show…

K-pop hitmaker Jang Yi-jeong, more popularly known for his pseudonym EL CAPITXN, finally took the Manila stage last December 12 at the SM North EDSA Skydome and transformed it into a space where artistry, vulnerability, and raw sound collided. Primarily known as one of K-pop’s most respected producers of this age, EL CAPITXN‘s concert was not a typical…

It was CENTIMILLIMENTAL’s first time in Manila, and judging by the warm reception he received from his fans, it wouldn’t be his last. Also known as Atsushi, the 32-year-old singer-songwriter from Japan has become a very familiar name among anime fans and J-pop enthusiasts. Widely known for his enormous contributions to the popular anime series GIVEN, which premiered in 2019…

Last Saturday night, November 22, 2025, the Mall of Asia Arena was officially converted into the biggest, most electric dance floor in the Philippines. Global pop and R&B powerhouse Jason Derulo didn’t just perform; he unleashed a torrent of infectious energy, spectacular choreography, and pure charisma that defined the “Nu King World Tour” stop in…

BLACKPINK made a triumphant return to the Philippines, delivering a five-act spectacle of high-energy group hits, captivating solo performances, and fan-fueled moments and reaffirming their status as global icons. BLACKPINK delivered an explosive return to the Philippine concert scene as they brought their highly anticipated BLACKPINK DEADLINE WORLD TOUR concerts to the Philippine Arena last…

  On October 8, the One Piece Music Symphony finally sailed to the Philippines, and it left an indelible mark on Filipino Nakamas who were there to see it. As early as 2:00PM, the hallways of the Theater at Solaire were filled by ardent fans who were dressed in their best pirate garb – hats, vests, weapons,…

A Night of Passion, Purpose, and Pure Magic at the Smart Araneta Coliseum with THE JACKSON WANG! Global pop sensation, rapper, and creative visionary Jackson Wang lit up the Smart Araneta Coliseum on November 2, 2025, as he brought his highly anticipated MAGICMAN 2 World Tour 2025–2026 to Manila. The sold-out concert marked a triumphant…

On October 8, Kawaii metal pioneers BABYMETAL took over the Araneta Coliseum for the Manila leg of their extensive 2025 to 2026 WORLD TOUR. The band, composed of Suzuka Nakamoto / Su-Metal, Momoko Okazaki / Momometal and Moa Kikuchi / Moametal, brought the raging intensity of metal with just about the right dose of saccharine…

From the moment the lights dimmed, it became clear that the evening was not merely a concert but a celebration of artistry, history, and the enduring connection between Super Junior and their Philippine ELFs who have accompanied them on a journey spanning twenty years. On October 4, 2025, the SM Mall of Asia Arena was…

American pop-punk band Mayday Parade rocked the Smart Araneta Coliseum last night, September 24, 2025, as part of their “Three Cheers for 20 Years” anniversary tour. It felt like a time machine back to the golden age of emo and pop-punk. The crowd turned the iconic venue into a sea of jumping bodies, loud choruses,…

Eric Martin is no stranger to Manila. As the front man of MR. BIG, he has stood before thousands in packed arenas, his voice riding on waves of heavy riffs and thunderous drums. On September 15, 2025, that same voice was heard again in the city, though this time within the walls of Café Shylō,…