Philippine Concerts

Category: Concert

  • Will Ashley Successfully Wrapped Up His “Liham” Album Launch at SM Skydome

    Will Ashley Successfully Wrapped Up His “Liham” Album Launch at SM Skydome


    Will Ashley kicked off a major chapter of his journey on September 20 at SM North EDSA Skydome with the launch of his debut album Liham. The night felt like more than a concert; it was a warm, celebration of a young man whose talent is matched by genuine humility and deep love for his fans, family, and friends.


    He opened the set in a way few expected. Instead of walking out and launching straight into a song, Will delivered a high-energy dance production that immediately set the tone. The choreography was sharp, the energy infectious, and it reminded everyone that this is an artist who moves just as powerfully as he sings. From there he settled into the heart of the evening: performing the songs from Liham, each one feeling like a personal letter turned into melody.


    The support in the venue was special. His Pinoy Big Brother friends AC, Josh, Ralph, and Vince showed up to cheer him on, along with close friend Gian Bernardino of Cup of Joe. That circle of people who’ve watched him grow made the night feel more intimate.


    One of the standout moments came when Ralph De Leon joined him onstage for “Nandito Ako,” their take on the Rob Deniel version. The RaWi chemistry was still very much alive, easy, familiar, and full of heart. Fans who followed their PBB journey clearly felt it.


    But the biggest kilig of the night belonged to Will and Mika Salamanca. When she walked out to join him for a live cover of Bruno Mars’ “Risk It All,” the atmosphere shifted. The two of them pulled the song off beautifully, vocals locked in, presence natural, and the connection between them impossible to miss. It was easily the sweetest moment of the evening. Will didn’t hold back either, calling Mika “ang crush ko since day 1, at ang lagi ko.” The crowd melted. It felt honest and joyful, the kind of moment that stays with people long after the lights go down.


    Adding to the celebration, Liham had already charted at number 1 on iTunes Philippines, a clear sign that the album was connecting. Will closed the night with his latest single “Paborito,” sending everyone home on a high note and a reminder of why the project matters so much to him.


    Throughout the show, Will made it look almost effortless, singing with feeling, dancing with precision, and carrying the stage with confidence. Then you remember he also acts and holds his own in sports. What can’t this guy do? In a time when many artists specialize in one lane, Will Ashley stands out as a rare gem: a complete package who still leads with kindness and gratitude.


    Liham is the start of a new chapter for Will Ashley who keeps proving he belongs exactly where he is, on stages big and small, surrounded by people who believe in him, and singing songs that feel like letters meant for the heart.

    Presented by Star Pop / Star Music

  • Freya Skye Enters Her Next Era With “bad taste” and Her Biggest Tour Expansion Yet

    Freya Skye Enters Her Next Era With “bad taste” and Her Biggest Tour Expansion Yet

    Freya Skye has been learning how quickly a room can change.

    Earlier this year, the singer introduced “bad taste” as an acoustic performance at her first-ever headlining show in New York. The song was still unfinished in its studio form, but audiences quickly made it their own. It became a recurring favorite on the Stars Align Tour, eventually prompting Skye to take the song back into the studio and give it the full recording treatment.

    Now, “bad taste” is officially out. And its arrival comes at a moment when practically everything around Skye is getting bigger.

    The new single, released Sept. 16, lands just days before Skye returns to the road for the next leg of her sold-out Stars Align Tour. The music video follows Sept. 17, with a 7-inch vinyl release due Sept. 18. What started as a song shared in an intimate live setting has become the latest marker of an artist moving rapidly from promising newcomer to global pop prospect.

    That transformation is particularly visible onstage.

    Since January, Skye has sold out more than 100 shows, with her audience growing from rooms of roughly 200 people to venues accommodating thousands. She recently took her headline show to Australia for the first time, adding another international milestone to a year already defined by increasingly ambitious stages.

    The next step is considerably larger.

    Skye has announced a new headline run across Latin America and Asia, taking her to Mexico City, Bogotá, Santiago, Buenos Aires and São Paulo in January 2027 before moving through Bangkok, Singapore, Manila, Tokyo, Seoul and Taipei in February.

    The Manila stop is set for Feb. 16, part of a five-city Asian stretch that will also include Tokyo on Feb. 18, Seoul on Feb. 20 and Taipei on Feb. 22.

    It is a striking expansion for an artist whose relationship with her audience has been built as much through direct connection as through conventional pop machinery. Skye has amassed more than 2.8 billion streams and more than 5 million social media followers worldwide, while her live audience has continued to expand at a pace that has turned small-room shows into increasingly large-scale headline dates.

    1/18/27 – Mexico City, Mexico
    1/21/27 – Bogota, Colombia 
    1/23/27 – Santiago, Chile
    1/25/27 – Buenos Aires, Argentina 
    1/27/27 – São Paulo, Brazil 
    2/12/27- Bangkok, Thailand
    2/14/27 – Singapore, SG 
    2/16/27 – Manila, Philippines 
    2/18/27 – Tokyo, Japan
    2/20/27 – Seoul, South Korea
    2/22/27 – Taipei, Taiwan

    Her music has been moving just as quickly.

    “silent treatment,” her breakout single of 2026, reached the Top 10 of Mediabase’s Top 40 Pop Radio Chart and picked up support from radio and music platforms in the U.K., Australia and elsewhere. Her stardust EP reached No. 1 on the Billboard Vinyl Chart and UK Vinyl Charts. In August, Skye was also named to Billboard’s “21 Under 21” list for 2026.

    None of that seems to have slowed her down.

    Between tour dates, Skye has been working on her debut album, continuing to write and record while building out the sound and identity of what could become the defining project of this early chapter. A sold-out merchandise collaboration with Hollister has added another dimension to her growing pop profile, while her work as an actress and social media creator continues to broaden the world around her music.

    But “bad taste” offers a particularly revealing snapshot of where Skye is now.

    The song did not begin with a carefully packaged studio campaign. It began with Skye standing in front of an audience and trying it out live. Fans responded. She listened. The studio version followed.

    That exchange between artist and audience has become increasingly central to Skye’s rise. Her shows have expanded dramatically, but the premise remains familiar: introduce something new, see what resonates, and build from there.

    Now the song that once existed primarily between Skye and a roomful of fans is making its way around the world.

    And the rooms are getting much, much bigger.

  • PRESS HIT PLAY LEVELS UP WITH “LEVEL V” 5TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

    PRESS HIT PLAY LEVELS UP WITH “LEVEL V” 5TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

    P-pop group marks five years with its biggest anniversary show yet at the Music Museum.

    Five years into their P-pop journey, Press Hit Play is ready to hit a new level.

    The group will celebrate its fifth anniversary with “LEVEL V,” a milestone concert happening Friday, September 18, at the Music Museum, bringing together five years of music, performances, and the fans who have been part of their story from the start.

    More than a look back, the concert is positioned as a live snapshot of how far Press Hit Play has come—and a glimpse of where the group is headed next. After years of honing their craft onstage and building a community around their music, the members are marking the occasion with a show designed to put that growth front and center.

    For Press Hit Play, five years in the industry represent more than a number. Behind every performance are hours of rehearsals, creative work, challenges, and the constant push to become better artists. “LEVEL V” brings those years of work into one room, giving fans the opportunity to experience the group in its most immediate setting: live and onstage.

    The concert’s concept draws from gateways, portals, and different sectors, inviting audiences into the world of Press Hit Play. The idea extends beyond the traditional concert setup, turning each sector into part of the experience and giving fans a place within the celebration.

    That concept also reflects where the group finds itself at the five-year mark: between everything it has already built and the possibilities still ahead.

    For longtime fans, “LEVEL V” offers a chance to revisit the music and memories that have defined the past five years while experiencing them in a new setting. For those discovering Press Hit Play along the way, the anniversary concert offers a closer look at the group through the energy and chemistry of a live performance.

    Ultimately, the night is about bringing Press Hit Play and its audience into the same space after five years of making music together—one stage, one crowd, and one new level.

    The Press Hit Play “LEVEL V” 5th Anniversary Concert takes place Friday, September 18, at the Music Museum. Tickets are available through bit.ly/4ptFvMt.

    Five years got Press Hit Play here. On September 18, they hit play on what comes next.

  • 6cyclemind Is Still Soundtracking Generations After 25 Years

    6cyclemind Is Still Soundtracking Generations After 25 Years

    The OPM veterans celebrate 25 years with a homecoming concert that brings generations of fans together.

    There was no need for a lyric sheet. When 6cyclemind launched into “Magsasaya,” the crowd at Eton Centris Activity Center already knew what to do. Voices rose with the band, turning the opening song of its 25th anniversary concert into a reminder of just how long these songs have lived with Filipino listeners.

    On Saturday, September 12, generations of fans gathered in Quezon City to celebrate a band whose music has endured through changing trends, shifting lineups, and two and a half decades of the Philippine music industry. For one night, the years between them seemed to disappear, replaced by songs everyone knew by heart.

    The celebration moved through some of 6cyclemind’s most familiar material, including “Paba,” “Biglaan,” “Prinsesa,” and “No Rewind,” each met with enthusiastic sing-alongs from the crowd.

    Photos by AJ Alcantara

    But the anniversary show was not simply a look back. Its collaborations highlighted the band’s continuing reach across generations, with Rye Sarmiento taking over vocal duties for “Gaya Ng Noon,” while Bino of Sunkissed Lola joined 6cyclemind for “I” and “Pasilyo.”

    The Dawn’s Jet Pangan brought his presence to “Upside Down” and “Iisang Bangka Tayo,” while Gigi De Lana joined the band for “Bonggahan” and “Sige.” The latter also featured a surprise appearance by Chuck Isidro, a former 6cyclemind member and producer of the band’s forthcoming album.

    The concert also looked ahead. 6cyclemind performed new material from its upcoming album, including “Hithit Buga,” “Di Na Babalik,” “Nagbago,” and “Huling Pagkakataon,” offering fans a glimpse of the band’s next chapter. They also revisited staples such as “Alapaap,” “Kasalanan,” and “Sandalan.”

    Even the rain could not stop the celebration. As showers fell over the venue, fans stayed on to sing and dance with the band, adding an unexpected but fitting detail to a night built around music and familiarity.

    Photos by AJ Alcantara

    The anniversary celebration extended beyond the stage. The first 100 attendees received exclusive 6cyclemind anniversary shirts and had the opportunity to meet the band, while a videoke competition invited fans to put their own spin on OPM favorites, with the highest scorer taking home a cash prize.

    For 6cyclemind, the milestone was also an opportunity to recognize the people who have stayed with them throughout their journey.

    “We are very thankful sa lahat na nandyan pa rin para sa amin: from our management, fans, and brands that continue to support us. Andito na kami sa age na we are enjoying the fruits of our labor. We are lucky and grateful na, sa dami ng nangyari sa banda, natawid namin lahat ng ’to,” the band said in a press statement.

    That journey began with bar gigs and small events before expanding to festivals, provincial shows, corporate performances, and stages across the country. Through lineup changes and shifts in the music industry, 6cyclemind has continued to perform and evolve while holding on to the identity that made its music resonate with Filipino listeners.

    Their catalog has become a collection of songs that audiences return to across different chapters of their lives. Some arrive with memories attached, while others continue to find new listeners discovering the band for the first time.

    Now, with a new album produced by Isidro on the way, 6cyclemind is looking ahead.

    “The excitement is always there,” says manager and sixth member Darwin Hernandez. “Para pa din kaming bago na nag-promote ng kanta namin to a new audience.”

    After 25 years, 6cyclemind may have a catalog full of familiar songs, but the band is still playing them for listeners who are hearing them for the first time.

    Photo by AJ Alcantara

  • Manila Gets Malcolm Todd on November 27

    Manila Gets Malcolm Todd on November 27

    Fresh off the massive streaming takeover of his new album Do That Again, the LA-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist has just locked in his 2026 Asia Tour dates. For Filipino fans, he lands on November 27 at the New Frontier Theater in Quezon City.


    The tour, promoted by Live Nation, kicks off November 23 in Taipei and winds through Tokyo, Singapore, Seoul, Bangkok, and Kuala Lumpur before wrapping December 9. Manila sits right in the middle of that run, one of the biggest rooms Todd has played yet.


    Do That Again isn’t just another album drop. All 13 tracks hit the U.S. Spotify chart in the same week. The project climbed to No. 5 on Apple Music’s Top 200 Albums chart, and Todd now has 16 songs charting in the States, one of the strongest streaming moments of his career so far. The album also debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and has already racked up hundreds of millions of global streams.


    Rolling Stone gave it four stars, praising the way Todd threads classic songcraft and that very online sensibility through a modern R&B filter. Think Paul Simon meeting Prince’s sensual minimalism, filtered through a 22-year-old who writes like he’s still figuring life out in real time.


    He’s been everywhere lately: debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon the night before the album dropped (performing “I Saw Your Face” for the first time plus the Platinum-certified “Earrings”), Jimmy Kimmel, Lollapalooza, Outside Lands, Camp Flog Gnaw. He even starred in Gap’s Fall 2026 “Denim On Your Own” campaign with Inde Navarrette, set to Robyn’s “Dancing on Your Own.”


    Last year he sold 145,000 tickets across three continents. This year the demand only got louder, especially after he jumped on stage with Don Toliver at Madison Square Garden when “Chest Pain (I Love)” found a second life through Toliver’s “E85.”


    Manila tickets: here’s how it works


    Artist presale: Tuesday, September 22, 12PM–11:59PM local time


    Live Nation PH members exclusive presale: Wednesday, September 23, 12PM–11:59PM (sign up free at livenation.ph)


    General public sale: Thursday, September 24, 12PM via TicketNet and outlets


    Ticket tiers at New Frontier Theater range from Floor Standing A at ₱5,500 down to Balcony 2 at ₱2,500. VIP packages are available too, the Ultimate Experience (₱18,900) includes meet-and-greet, pre-show acoustic set, signed poster and exclusive merch. Acoustic Experience and Early Entry options are also on the table.


    For a lot of Filipino fans who’ve been streaming “Earrings,” “Roommates,” “Sweet Boy,” and the new Do That Again cuts on loop, this is the first real chance to see him live in a proper theater setting.


    If you’ve been waiting for the moment Malcolm Todd’s internet-era songwriting finally steps onto a Manila stage, mark November 27. The album’s out now. The tickets go on sale next week. And for one night in Quezon City, the “do that again” energy is coming straight to us.

  • NCT 127 Draws the REDLINE: Manila Show Set for December

    NCT 127 Draws the REDLINE: Manila Show Set for December

    The K-pop group brings its fifth tour to the SM Mall of Asia Arena on December 12.

    NCT 127 is bringing NEO CITY to Manila.

    The group will stage NCT 127 5TH TOUR ‘NEO CITY : MANILA – THE REDLINE’ on December 12, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, with PULP Live World presenting the Philippine stop.

    The Manila announcement follows months of Filipino NCTzen calling for the group’s return across social media. Now, that anticipation has a date: December 12, when NCT 127 brings its latest tour to one of the Philippines’ biggest concert stages.

    THE REDLINE arrives as NCT 127 continues to build on the sound that has defined its career.

    Since debuting, the group has shaped its musical identity around contrast: hard-edged hip-hop alongside R&B, pop, electronic production, and experimental textures. Songs such as “Cherry Bomb,” “Kick It,” “Sticker,” “2 Baddies,” and “Fact Check” capture different sides of that approach while reinforcing the distinctly NEO aesthetic at the center of the group’s work.

    That evolution continues with BLINGY, NCT 127’s seventh full-length album, released on August 24, 2026. Featuring “Blingy,” “Legacy,” “Piñata,” “Step Up,” “IKR,” “Getaway,” “Day After Day,” “127 Million Miles,” and “I mean, It’s about time,” the album extends the group’s interest in genre-blending production and unconventional musical choices.

    That same approach carries into the stage.

    The NEO CITY series has become an extension of NCT 127’s music, translating its dense production and performance-driven tracks into large-scale live shows built around choreography, visual production, and arena-sized staging. THE REDLINE continues that format while bringing the group’s latest material into its live repertoire.

    For the Manila stop, the lineup will include Johnny, Taeyong, Yuta, Jaehyun, and Haechan. Doyoung and Jungwoo, who are currently fulfilling their mandatory military service, will not participate in the tour.

    With its established catalog, newer material, and a production designed for the arena, THE REDLINE puts NCT 127’s current musical chapter on the road—and gives Filipino NCTzen a chance to experience it live.

    The REDLINE hits Manila on December 12.

    “NCTzen 127” Membership (GL) Presale Registration runs from September 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. until September 11, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PHT via Weverse.

    The “NCTzen 127” Membership (GL) Presale will take place on October 17, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. PHT through SM Tickets.

    The General Onsale begins on October 18, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. PHT via SM Tickets outlets and smtickets.com.

    For official announcements and event information, follow PULP Live World on social media or visit its official website.

    NCT 127 5TH TOUR ‘NEO CITY : MANILA – THE REDLINE’ is powered by SM Entertainment, Dream Maker Entertainment, and PULP Live World.

  • Cup of Joe Brings Its Signature Sound to the Big Dome With ‘Symphony’ This December

    Cup of Joe Brings Its Signature Sound to the Big Dome With ‘Symphony’ This December

    Cup of Joe is closing out 2026 on a high note.

    The OPM powerhouse will stage “Cup of Joe: Symphony Live at the Big Dome” on December 3, 2026, bringing its signature indie-pop sound to the Smart Araneta Coliseum for an ambitious year-end concert that pairs the band’s biggest songs with sweeping different arrangements.

    The concert marks another major milestone for a group whose rise has been defined by sold-out shows, record-breaking attendance, and an increasingly global audience. Cup of Joe’s trajectory has taken them from intimate venues—including the New Frontier Theater, where they mounted their debut Seatbelts On! concert—to arena-scale productions such as Silakbo and Stardust.

    Their ascent has continued beyond the Philippines, with the band taking its music to international stages through extensive world tours. Across borders, Cup of Joe’s emotionally charged songwriting and expansive pop sound have resonated with listeners far beyond the OPM scene.

    With Symphony, the band takes that evolution a step further. The concert will reimagine Cup of Joe’s contemporary indie-pop catalog through different arrangements, transforming familiar anthems into a larger, more cinematic live experience inside the Big Dome.

    For the band’s devoted fanbase, the Joewahs, the December concert offers more than another stop on Cup of Joe’s growing live résumé. It is a celebration of how far the group has come—and a glimpse at where Filipino pop music can go next.

    As Cup of Joe continues to expand its reach at home and abroad, Symphony places Filipino artistry firmly on an increasingly global stage, underscoring the band’s evolution from a rising OPM act into one of the country’s defining contemporary musical forces.

  • Nina, Christian Bautista, Top Suzara & Thor Dulay Promise Vocal Fireworks

    Nina, Christian Bautista, Top Suzara & Thor Dulay Promise Vocal Fireworks

    “Still evolving, still connecting” – Nina’s NINA XX: The Repeat is more than just a rerun.

    After the complete sell-out success of her landmark NINA XX: The Anniversary Celebration last May, Asia’s Diamond Soul Siren is returning to the same stage for NINA XX: The Repeat on September 24 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. What started as a celebration of the 20th anniversary of her iconic, Diamond-certified Nina Live! album has become something fans simply couldn’t get enough of.


    Nina herself has described the upcoming show with a playful smile as “Repeat na unrepeat.” Many of the beloved songs from the first night will still be there, but she’s adding new elements, fresh arrangements, and songs that fans specifically requested after the May show. Expect a deeper dive into her full Tagalog original tracks too, an exciting preview of the pre-Valentine concert she’s already looking ahead to in 2027.


    The real sparks, though, will come from the special guests. Christian Bautista, who originally shared the stage with Nina on the Nina Live! album, is finally joining her for this repeat. Alongside him are Top Suzara and Thor Dulay. Fans who were there in May already know the electricity Thor brings when he and Nina lock into those soulful duets. This time, with Christian in the mix as well, the night is primed for some truly unforgettable surprise moments and vocal fireworks.


    During the recent press conference, Nina also opened up about something that got fans talking: a possible collaboration with SB19. She shared that if the opportunity ever comes her way, she’d love to work with the P-pop kings. It’s a quiet but meaningful nod that shows how open she remains to crossing generations and styles, classic soul meeting the current wave of Filipino pop.

    The trio also weighed in on a recent conversation sparked by Ice Seguerra about fans recording live shows. All three made clear they appreciate the short social media clips and promotional snippets that let people share the energy of a night — the big note, the unexpected harmony, the pure joy on someone’s face. Those little moments help the music travel and give fans a way to say, “I was there.”


    What they push back against is the full-length concert upload. Recording an entire performance and putting it online as content, they argued, undercuts the people who actually bought tickets, the teams who spent months building the show, and the simple experience of being present in the room. A ticket buys you the night, not the right to turn the whole evening into someone else’s content library.


    Tickets are already moving fast, and only a limited number remain. For those who missed the first night or simply want to experience Nina’s powerhouse vocals, effortless stage presence, and that signature emotional depth all over again, September 24 is the night.

    Tickets are available here: https://premier.ticketworld.com.ph/shows/show.aspx?sh=NINAXX226


    Two decades after Nina Live! redefined what a live album could mean in OPM, the Diamond Soul Siren is still proving she has more stories to tell, and more voices to share the stage with. This isn’t just a repeat. It’s Nina, still evolving, still connecting, and still giving fans every reason to show up.

    Presented by ECHO JHAM ENTERTAINMENT

  • 6cyclemind celebrates 25 years of OPM legacy with anniversary concert

    6cyclemind celebrates 25 years of OPM legacy with anniversary concert

    Gigi de Lana, Sunkissed Lola’s Bino, HEY JUNE!, and The Dawn’s Jet Pangan join the veteran band for a free celebration at Eton Centris.

    For 25 years, 6cyclemind has been part of the soundtrack of Filipino life. From radio staples and videoke favorites to festival stages and intimate bar gigs, the band’s songs have continued to find new listeners while remaining deeply familiar to those who grew up with them.

    Now, the veteran OPM group is celebrating that enduring connection with a 25th anniversary concert at Eton Centris in Quezon City on September 12, 2026.

    The free concert brings together artists from different generations of Philippine music, including Gigi de Lana, Sunkissed Lola’s Bino, HEY JUNE!, and The Dawn’s Jet Pangan. CLNO, the band formed by former 6cyclemind member Chuck Isidro, will open the show.

    For bassist Bobby Cañamo, reaching the 25-year mark is an opportunity to recognize not only the band’s longevity but also the different eras it has crossed.

    “We consider every anniversary a milestone,” Cañamo says. “25 years is such a special milestone kasi mas ramdam namin yung era na natawid ng banda. Also, this time, may opportunity kami i-celebrate yung milestone nang mas grand.”

    Since forming in the early 2000s, 6cyclemind has released six studio albums and established a catalog that remains firmly embedded in OPM. Songs such as “Sandalan,” “Sige,” “Upside Down,” and “Biglaan” have continued to resonate decades after their release, growing alongside the listeners who first encountered them and reaching younger audiences in the process.

    Their staying power is reflected in how the songs have lived beyond their original releases. They have become fixtures of gigs, videoke sessions, family playlists, and everyday listening—soundtracks to moments that give familiar songs new meaning over time.

    For drummer Vic Aquino, that connection comes from the music’s relatability as much as the band’s decision to keep performing.

    Live performance has remained central to 6cyclemind’s identity since its early days, when the group played bars and small events before moving on to larger stages and festivals across the country. After 25 years, the members continue to regard performing as one of the most rewarding parts of being in the band.

    “A live show always seems like a reunion with our audience for us,” says manager and sixth member Darwin Hernandez. “We were blessed that we were able to build a connection with our audience through our songs.”

    That sense of reunion is particularly fitting for the anniversary celebration. The September 12 concert brings together artists representing different chapters of the Philippine music scene, reflecting the broad audience that 6cyclemind has cultivated throughout its career.

    Yet the band is not treating the anniversary as a final look at the past.

    6cyclemind is currently working on a new album, with Isidro serving as producer. The upcoming project signals the band’s continued creative momentum as it moves into its 26th year, following decades of changes in the music industry, evolving audiences, and lineup transitions.

    For Aquino, the motivation remains straightforward: to continue creating and sharing music.

    “We just want to share our music and be an inspiration to others,” he says. “Gaya nung lyrics, ‘di kami tumigil, itinuloy namin through ups and downs and lineup changes ng members ng banda.”

    After a quarter-century, that persistence has become inseparable from 6cyclemind’s story. The band’s 25th anniversary concert celebrates the songs and audiences that shaped its journey while making room for the music still to come.

    6cyclemind 25th Anniversary Concert
    Date: September 12, 2026
    Venue: Eton Centris, Quezon City
    Admission: Free
    Featuring: 6cyclemind, Gigi de Lana, Bino of Sunkissed Lola, HEY JUNE!, and Jet Pangan
    Opening act: CLNO

  • BURNOUT SYNDROMES Brings High-Energy Anime Rock Anthems to First-Ever Manila Concert

    BURNOUT SYNDROMES Brings High-Energy Anime Rock Anthems to First-Ever Manila Concert

    Japanese rock band BURNOUT SYNDROMES is set to make its highly anticipated Manila debut on September 5, 2026, bringing the high-energy sound of some of anime’s most recognizable rock anthems to The Crossroads Center in Quezon City.

    For Filipino anime and J-rock fans, BURNOUT SYNDROMES needs little introduction. The band has built an international following through its work on some of Japan’s most popular anime series, including the Haikyu!! themes “FLY HIGH!,” “Hikariare,” and “PHOENIX”; “Good Morning World!” and “ROCKET” from Dr. STONE; and “Hanaichimonme” from Gintama.

    Their music has become closely associated with some of anime’s most memorable moments, helping establish BURNOUT SYNDROMES as one of the notable names in the crossover between Japanese rock and anime music.

    The Manila debut arrives at an especially timely moment for the band, following the release of 《ハイキュー!!×BOS – 主題歌たちの宴 -》 (Haikyu!! × BOS – Shudaika-tachi no Utage –) on August 19. The new album is a special collection of BURNOUT SYNDROMES’ covers of iconic theme songs from the Haikyu!! anime series, further highlighting the connection between the band and the franchise that helped introduce their music to audiences around the world.

    Adding to the evening’s lineup is Japanese duo fuyu, composed of Yukan and Fumiya. Fumiya, who is also known for his stint as a housemate on Pinoy Big Brother, has established a presence in the Philippine entertainment scene alongside Yukan. The duo will open the show, setting the stage for BURNOUT SYNDROMES’ first performance in Manila.

    With the concert just days away, tickets remain available, including packages offering fans opportunities to get up close with the band through exclusive fan benefits. A limited photo opportunity and hi-touch session are among the experiences available to concertgoers.

    Available ticket packages include:

    • WISH PACKAGE — Private Photo (3:1), Hi-touch, Soundcheck, Pre-signed Poster, Event ID and Lanyard, Official Event Digital Signed Postcard, Official Event Poster, and Souvenir Card
    • CAT 2 — Group Photo (3:3), Hi-touch, Pre-signed Poster, Official Event Digital Signed Postcard, Official Event Poster, and Souvenir Card
    • CAT 3 — Group Photo (3:10), Hi-touch, Official Event Digital Signed Postcard, Official Event Poster, and Souvenir Card

    Whether fans are coming for the Haikyu!! connection, the band’s catalog of anime opening and ending themes, their newest release, or the chance to experience their live performance for the first time, BURNOUT SYNDROMES’ Manila debut promises a night built around the songs that have defined their place in anime music.

    More than a first visit, the September 5 concert marks a milestone for the band and its Filipino fanbase—a chance to finally hear BURNOUT SYNDROMES’ anime rock anthems live on a Manila stage.

    Tickets are available through https://wishusluck.helixpay.ph/categories/burnout-syndromes.

  • Bruno Mars Brings The Romantic Tour to Philippine Arena for Two Nights in May 2027

    Bruno Mars Brings The Romantic Tour to Philippine Arena for Two Nights in May 2027

    Bruno Mars is bringing The Romantic Tour to the Philippines in a major way, with two nights locked in at the Philippine Arena in Manila on May 15 and 16, 2027.


    The global superstar has expanded his record-breaking stadium run once again, adding 26 new shows across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. The Manila dates form a key part of the Asian leg, following previously announced Japan shows and a run through Australia and New Zealand that kicks off February 13, 2027 at Optus Stadium in Perth. After stops in Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, and Auckland, the tour returns to Asia with Singapore on April 13, then multi-night engagements in Bangkok, Kaohsiung, and Hong Kong before landing in Manila.


    Special guest for the Manila shows is nine-time GRAMMY® Award winner and Silk Sonic collaborator Anderson .Paak, who will perform as DJ Pee .Wee. He is also joining Mars on all the newly announced dates.


    The announcement comes on the back of extraordinary demand for The Romantic Tour, which already set records with the largest single-day ticket sales in Live Nation history across North America, Europe, and the UK, plus a Ticketmaster record of 2.1 million tickets sold in one day. Mars launched the tour in April with two sold-out Las Vegas shows and is currently wrapping the second North American leg (including the final MetLife Stadium night in East Rutherford, New Jersey).


    With these additions, The Romantic Tour now exceeds 115 stadium shows worldwide, spanning North America, Europe, the UK, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and Mexico. Highlights include six nights at London’s Wembley Stadium and five-night runs at major venues including Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City (now extended to a fifth show on December 11).


    The tour supports Mars’ fourth solo album, The Romantic, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200—his first album to premiere at the top and his second overall No. 1 after Unorthodox Jukebox. The project also topped Apple and Spotify global album charts and features hits such as “I Just Might” (his 10th No. 1 single and first to debut at No. 1) and “Risk It All.”


    These Manila shows continue Mars’ strong recent form in the region and beyond. He previously became the first international artist of the 21st century to play seven consecutive sold-out concerts at Tokyo Dome, delivered the highest-grossing tour in Brazilian history with 14 sold-out stadium dates, and opened Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome with two sold-out nights (one featuring a surprise duet with Lady Gaga on “Die with a Smile”).


    Manila ticket details
    Artist presale signup: BrunoMars.com through Thursday, August 27, starting 10 AM


    Artist Presale and Live Nation PH presales: Friday, September 11, 2 PM – 11:59 PM via livenation.ph


    General On Sale: Monday, September 14, starting 12 PM via ticketmaster.ph

  • HANA, 4EVE and BINI Unite for Cross-Border “ASIA POP GIRL FEST 2027”

    HANA, 4EVE and BINI Unite for Cross-Border “ASIA POP GIRL FEST 2027”

    Japan, Thailand and the Philippines’ new-generation girl groups will share the stage across three countries in a special three-act live series.

    Japan’s HANA, Thailand’s 4EVE and the Philippines’ BINI have been announced as the acts for “ASIA POP GIRL FEST 2027,” a special three-act concert series that will bring the three groups together across Japan, Thailand and the Philippines in January and February 2027.

    The festival will feature individual performances from each group, alongside special collaborative stages created specifically for the event—bringing together three distinct pop scenes and giving fans the opportunity to see HANA, 4EVE and BINI share the stage.

    The series is set to kick off in Japan with two shows at LaLa arena TOKYO-BAY in Chiba on January 22 and 23, 2027. The festival will then head to Bangkok for a show at BITEC LIVE on February 13, before concluding in Manila at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on February 19.

    Further details, including ticketing information for the Bangkok and Manila shows, will be announced at a later date.

    Three Girl Groups, Three Pop Scenes

    Produced by Chanmina, HANA is a seven-member Japanese girl group composed of CHIKA, NAOKO, JISOO, YURI, MOMOKA, KOHARU and MAHINA. The group has built its identity around the members’ distinct personalities and backgrounds, combining individual expression with a strong sense of unity.

    Known for their powerful live performances, emotionally direct lyrics and authentic personalities, HANA represents a new generation of Japanese girl groups making their mark on the music scene.

    Joining them is 4EVE, one of Thailand’s leading T-POP girl groups. Composed of Mind, Jorin, Taaom, Hannah, Fai, Punch and Aheye, the group has become known for its girl-crush image, energetic performances and growing international presence.

    4EVE debuted in 2020 with “OOH LA LA!” before breaking through with “TEST ME” (วัดปะหล่ะ?), which reached No. 1 on Spotify Thailand. Since then, the group has earned major awards in Thailand and performed at some of the country’s biggest music festivals.

    Their international profile has continued to grow. 4EVE became the first Thai girl group to be named Spotify Global EQUAL Ambassadors, with the group also appearing on the iconic Times Square billboard in New York City. They have since performed at international events including Head In The Clouds in Los Angeles and MUSIC EXPO LIVE 2025 at Tokyo Dome.

    Representing the Philippines is BINI, the eight-member group known as “The Nation’s Girl Group.” Composed of Aiah, Colet, Gwen, Maloi, Stacey, Jhoanna, Mikha and Sheena, BINI has become one of the country’s biggest pop acts while steadily expanding its international reach.

    The group reached another milestone in 2026 as the first Filipino homegrown act to perform at Coachella. Their performance of “Pantropiko” also became the most-viewed performance by a female artist at this year’s festival and trended No. 1 worldwide.

    BINI was also recognized with the Global Force Award at Billboard Women in Music and performed at San Diego Comic-Con in July as part of the soundtrack of Forgotten Island, a DreamWorks Animation film centered on Philippine folklore and mythology.

    With more than 2 billion streams across multiple digital streaming platforms, BINI continues to expand its global footprint. Their latest EP, Signals, has charted in multiple territories on iTunes and earned placements on Spotify editorial playlists.

    The group has also received international recognition from organizations including the MTV Europe Music Awards, Billboard Korea’s K POWER 100 and Forbes Asia’s 30 Under 30.

    BINI previously made history with three sold-out nights of The Grand BINIVERSE, becoming the first Filipino girl group to achieve the feat, before taking their music to international audiences through the BINIVerse World Tour in 2025. In 2026, they became the first act to perform at the newly opened SM Seaside Cebu Arena, kicking off their Signals World Tour.

    Asia to the World

    “ASIA POP GIRL FEST 2027” arrives at a moment when Asian pop continues to cross borders at an unprecedented pace. By bringing together artists from Japan, Thailand and the Philippines, the festival puts three rapidly evolving music scenes on the same stage.

    For fans, the appeal goes beyond seeing three groups perform on the same bill. The promise of exclusive collaborative stages gives the festival a chance to create performances that could not happen within any one group’s individual concert—a meeting point for J-pop, T-pop and P-pop.

    From Chiba to Bangkok to Manila, HANA, 4EVE and BINI will take their respective sounds across borders for a celebration of the region’s next generation of girl-group stars.

    “ASIA POP GIRL FEST 2027” will take place at the following venues:

    Chiba, Japan
    LaLa arena TOKYO-BAY
    January 22 and 23, 2027

    Bangkok, Thailand
    BITEC LIVE
    February 13, 2027

    Manila, Philippines
    SM Mall of Asia Arena
    February 19, 2027

    Ticketing details and further information for the Bangkok and Manila shows will be announced at a later date.

  • TEETH Brings ‘Year 33: TEETH The Reunion – Legacy Tour’ to Singapore

    TEETH Brings ‘Year 33: TEETH The Reunion – Legacy Tour’ to Singapore

    The celebrated band marks 33 years of music with ‘TEETH The Reunion – Legacy Tour’ on August 30.

    Filipino alternative rock icons TEETH are bringing their Year 33: TEETH The Reunion – Legacy Tour to Singapore on August 30, 2026, allowing Filipino and Singapore-based fans to experience one of the Philippines’ most influential rock bands of the 1990s live onstage.

    The Singapore leg of the reunion tour will be held at Foochow Building (Foo Chow Hall), 21 Tyrwhitt Road, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Presented by TEETH and S32 Productions, the concert forms part of the band’s homecoming celebration of more than three decades of music and its enduring legacy in Original Pilipino Music (OPM).

    Joining TEETH for the Singapore show is System 32, a Singapore-based Filipino band whose participation adds a local dimension to the evening and further connects the concert with the Filipino community in Singapore.

    For Filipino audiences in the city-state, the show offers an opportunity to revisit the sound and spirit of the golden era of Pinoy rock—a period in which TEETH established itself as a defining force in the local alternative music scene. Known for their gritty sound, grunge-influenced guitars, and melodic pop songwriting, the band has left a lasting mark on OPM with enduring hits including “Laklak,” “Prinsesa,” and “Shooting Star.”

    TEETH’s current lineup features original members Glenn Jacinto on vocals, Jerome Velasco on guitars, Pedz Narvaja on bass, and Mike Dizon on drums, alongside Dok Sergio on guitars, who formerly played bass for the band.

    The Singapore performance also comes at a significant milestone for TEETH, coinciding with the release of the first-ever vinyl pressing of the band’s 1995 self-titled debut album. The album, which achieved double-platinum status, was remastered by Shinji Tanaka, giving longtime fans a new physical format through which to revisit the landmark record while introducing its music to a new generation of listeners.

    With its reunion tour and vinyl release marking another chapter in the band’s continuing story, TEETH’s Singapore concert promises to bring the enduring sound of Filipino alternative rock to an audience beyond the Philippines while celebrating the music that helped define an era of OPM.

    Tickets for the Singapore concert are priced from S$65 to S$300 and are available through Peatix: https://teeth-reunion-sg2026.peatix.com/

  • Wish 107.5 Celebrates 12 Years of Music, Memories and OPM Across Generations

    Wish 107.5 Celebrates 12 Years of Music, Memories and OPM Across Generations


    From timeless classics that have become part of countless memories to fresh songs now finding their place in the hearts of listeners, music from different generations came together as Wish 107.5 celebrated its 12th anniversary through a special production that blended live performances, storytelling, and the enduring power of Original Pilipino Music.


    For 12 years, Wish 107.5 has built a platform that not only brings music to audiences but also opens doors for emerging artists and gives new stories a chance to be heard. This year, the station celebrated its milestone by uniting OPM artists from different eras in Wish Date: Unchanging Glass, a one-of-a-kind evening of music, love, and cinema-inspired storytelling.


    Among the featured performers were OPM hitmaker Renz Verano, the Queen of Concerts Pops Fernandez, popular band The Juans, and rising singer-songwriter DWTA. Together, they brought different sounds and generations to the stage while becoming part of one emotional story.
    Pops Fernandez praised the unique concept of combining a narrative with live musical performances.


    “I love the idea,” she said. “The editing, the scoring, and the story are all beautifully done. What makes it special is the mix of different sounds, styles of singing, and artists—all coming together in one show and one concert.”
    For Renz Verano, being part of another Wish production was an opportunity he gladly welcomed.


    “This is something different,” he shared. “The reception from the crowd and the audience is always wonderful. Whenever I receive an invitation from Wish, I’m always willing to come with open arms.”


    While the established OPM stars brought nostalgia and timeless hits, younger artists such as The Juans and DWTA added a contemporary sound to the Unchanging Glass story, starring Zaijian Jaranilla, Yukii Takahashi, Aljon Mendoza, Monina Lawrence and Sharmaine Suarez.


    The experience was especially meaningful for The Juans, who have shared a long history with Wish 107.5. “We’re honored because we’ve been with Wish since we were just starting,” the group said. “Wish was actually the first to produce our first concert at Araneta. This place is very sentimental to us. To be back and perform for Wish again makes us feel like we’re part of this family. Being celebrated by the Wishers is something we will always be grateful for.”


    For DWTA, performing alongside some of the artists she once watched and admired was a full-circle moment.


    “When I was younger, I would only see them on TV and sing along to their songs,” she shared. “I used to think that if I could just watch them perform in person one day, that would already make me happy. But now, I’m seeing them perform while I’m also one of the performers. It really warms my heart. Thank you so much, Wish, for this opportunity.”


    At the heart of the celebration was Unchanging Glass, a new Wish Date story that explores love tested by change, waiting, and memories that remain difficult to leave behind. The music became an extension of the emotions of the characters, expressing the feelings that often remained unspoken in the story.


    The production also introduced “Hourglass,” an original composition that serves as the official soundtrack of Wish 107.5’s 12th anniversary.
    For actor Zaijian Jaranilla, the fusion of acting and live music made the experience even more memorable.


    “After we do a scene and then someone suddenly sings, you understand the message they’re trying to convey even more,” he said. “You can feel more deeply what the character wants to say. It was a very enjoyable experience.”


    Yukii Takahashi also shared how the combination of music and acting created a deeper connection with the audience.


    “I could really feel the connection with the audience through the acting and the song itself,” she said. “I feel like they were in the scene with us. We brought them into the story.”


    Beyond the performances, the participating artists also shared their hopes for the future of OPM and their own “unchanging” wishes.


    For The Juans, it is the continued support of Wish 107.5 that they hope will always remain.


    Renz Verano expressed his desire to see more classic Filipino songs brought back and rediscovered by today’s listeners.


    Pops Fernandez, meanwhile, hopes that the importance of meaningful OPM lyrics will continue to be preserved regardless of changing musical styles.

    DWTA shared a wish that resonates strongly in today’s rapidly changing music landscape: that technology will never replace the heart and soul of artists.

    “I hope we won’t be replaced by Al,” she said. “I hope the heart of artists will remain in the making of music.”

    The generations may be different, and the sounds and styles may continue to evolve, but the emotional power of music remains constant.

    As Wish 107.5 marks 12 years of its journey, Wish Date: Unchanging Glass stands as a celebration of that connection-where classic and contemporary OPM meet, where established stars and new voices share one stage, and where every song has the power to become part of someone’s story.

    For Wish 107.5, the journey continues with the same mission: to champion Filipino music, provide a platform for both established and emerging talents, and bring the sound of OPM to audiences not only in the Philippines, but around the world.

  • Toast Fills Smart Araneta Coliseum with Bread’s Timeless Hits

    Toast Fills Smart Araneta Coliseum with Bread’s Timeless Hits

    Toast: The Best of Bread filled Smart Araneta Coliseum on August 12, bridging longtime fans who grew up with the band’s soft-rock classics and a new generation discovering those same songs for the first time.


    The night pulsed with the group’s most enduring hits, “Make It With You,” “Everything I Own,” “If,” “Baby I’m-a Want You,” and “Lost Without Your Love.” Familiar melodies rolled through the arena, sparking sing-alongs that crossed age groups and turned the coliseum into one big, shared living room.


    Smart Araneta Coliseum has long been the stage for landmark concerts and cultural moments, and this performance fit right into that tradition. The venue’s history and Bread’s timeless catalog met in the middle, creating the kind of evening that feels both nostalgic and fresh.

    The same can be said for Araneta City. New dining spots, entertainment destinations, and developments have continued to shape the City of Firsts, while its familiar role as a place where people meet, celebrate, and spend time together has stayed constant.

    “There’s a timeless quality to Bread’s music that matches the energy of Araneta City perfectly,” said Irene L. Jose, COO of Uniprom, the entertainment arm of the Araneta Group. “Toast: The Best of Bread just brought it all together, showing exactly why those melodies still connect and why the Big Dome holds such a special place in our lives.”

    For oldies and old souls alike, Smart Araneta Coliseum and Araneta City continue to offer the kind of magic that never needed to make a comeback. And with a fresh lineup of shows and events constantly around the corner, that timeless vibe isn’t going anywhere anytime soon!


    In the end, the show did more than just replay the hits. It reminded everyone why Araneta City remains a gathering place for entertainment, celebration, and the kind of memories people carry long after the lights come up.