Category: Concert

  • GOT7’s Jay B to Hold First Solo Concert in Manila

    GOT7’s Jay B to Hold First Solo Concert in Manila

    GOT7 tingi version part five with leader Jay B is happening next month!

    Singer-songwriter and GOT7’s leader Jay B comes back to the Philippines in October with a new world tour as he stages his first ever solo concert in the country. Presented by PULP Live World, the 2022 World Tour JAY B TAPE: PRESS PAUSE will see the singer-songwriter dominate the New Frontier Theater on October 1.

    Tickets to the concert will go on sale beginning September 18, 12 noon, thru TicketNet outlets and online.

    Check out the ticket prices and fan benefits below:

    • PULP ROYALTY with SOUNDCHECK, SEND OFF, and PHOTO OP – Php 15000
    • VIP – Php 12000
    • GOLD – Php 8500
    • SILVER – Php 6500
    • BRONZE – Php 4500
    • BRONZER – Php 3500

    Please note that prices are exclusive of ticketing charges.

    The upcoming Manila concert will also kick off the Asia leg of Jay B’s world tour, following a concert in Seoul on September 24. In addition, it will serve as his comeback on the Philippine concert stage and his debut as a solo artist. He will also be the fifth GOT7 member to hold a concert in the country, after Youngjae, BamBam, Jackson, and Yugyeom.

    SEE ALSO: GOT7โ€™s Youngjae, ATEEZ, and iKON Team Up with Fans for a Fired Up 2022 K-Pop Masterz Ep. 2 in Manila

    Dive Into Him: Get to Know the Man that will Make You Press, Pause

    Jay B made his official debut in South Korea’s entertainment scene in 2011 as an actor, playing the lead in the drama Dream High 2 with then fellow JYP Entertainment trainee, Jinyoung. The following year, the singer-songwriter and Jinyoung debuted as the duo JJ Project with the single album, Bounce.

    In 2014, Jay B, who formerly used the stage name JB, became the leader of GOT7. GOT7 brought together Jay B, Mark, Jackson, Jinyoung, Youngjae, BamBam, and Yugyeom to become one of K-Pop’s most successful boy groups. Following the expiration of their contracts under JYP Entertainment in 2021, the members left the company and ventured into solo careers, while maintaining the boy group.

    The same year, Jay B made his official debut as a soloist with the single “Switch It Up” which featured rapper Sokodomo. The single, self-written and self-composed by him with Jay Park and Cha Cha Malone, placed number 12 on the Gaon Download Chart. The song charted at number six on Billboard R&B Digital Song Sales Chart and number 18 on the Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Digital Song Sales Chart. With these Billboard feats, he became the first Korean soloist to debut on the R&B Digital Song Sales Chart and the third Korean soloist to enter the R&B/Hip Hop Digital Songs Sales Chart.

    In August 2021, he came out with his first extended play, SOMO:Fume with “B.T.W” as the lead single. He once again collaborated with Jay Park on the song. The following year, he returned with a new extended play, Love. using his pseudonym Def. He also released “Rocking Chair”, his first single under CDNZA Records.

    Jay B will release his new album, Be Yourself, in September. The same month, he will hold JAY B TAPE: PRESS PAUSE in Seoul on September 24 at the Yes24 Live Hall. And in October, he kicks off his world tour outside Seoul with a first stop in the Philippines on the first day of October at the New Frontier Theater.


    JAY B TAPE: PRESS PAUSE in Manila is presented by PULP Live World.

  • POPstival 2022 Brings Together K-Pop and P-Pop Acts

    POPstival 2022 Brings Together K-Pop and P-Pop Acts

    A solid and never-before-seen lineup headlines POPstival 2022!

    Neuwave Events & Productions gears up for an exciting show this October that will bring the biggest K-Pop and P-Pop acts in one event. Happening on October 21 at the SMDC Festival Grounds, POPstival 2022 will feature K-Pop acts namely Hyolyn, Brave Girls, VIVIZ, LOONA, Be’o, and Park Bom, and P-Pop acts namely G22, VXON, CALISTA, Lady Pipay, BINI, Felip of SB19, Press Hit Play, and ALAMAT.

    Ticketing schedule:

    • Pre-selling of tickets – September 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Official ticketing selling – September 19 via SM Tickets outlets and thru smtickets.com

    Tickets are priced as follows:

    • VIP Wave Standing – Php 7,000
    • Patron Pop Standing – Php 4,000
    • General Admission Standing – Php 1,000

    VIP Wave ticket holders will also get the chance to take home one of the 560 random signed posters. Please note that ticket prices above are exclusive of ticketing charges.

    More information regarding the show will be released by Neuwave Events & Productions.

    SEE ALSO: Jessi Performs in Manila in September

    Full-Day of Fun as K-Pop meets P-Pop this October

    The concert will see Hyolyn back in the Philippines and mark her first time performing as a solo artist. Similarly, Park Bom returns to the country, this time, as a solo artist. Meanwhile, LOONA will debut on the Philippine concert stage thru POPstival 2022. However, member Chuu will be unable to participate in the occasion due to prior commitments. Eunha, SinB, and Umji will perform for the first time as VIVIZ in the country. Brave Girls will get everyone rollin’, rollin’ as they stage their first live performance on the local concert stage. Rapper Be’o will fire up the concert stage, saying “hi” to his Filipino fans live for the first time, as well.

    Aside from the incredible lineup of K-Pop acts, POPstival 2022 will feature P-Pop top acts, bringing them together as they raise the Philippine flag for an astonishing show at the SMDC Festival Grounds. The upcoming event will see G22, VXON, CALISTA, Lady Pipay, BINI, Felip of SB19, Press Hit Play, and ALAMAT represent the country in a display of impressive talents and artistry.

    A full day of fun awaits attendees as POPstival 2022 prepared a jam-packed event for everyone to enjoy.


    POPstival 2022 is presented by Neuwave Events & Productions.

  • A Christmas Symphony with Sarah Brightman live in Manila

    A Christmas Symphony with Sarah Brightman live in Manila

    Last year, the worldโ€™s biggest-selling Soprano and legendary GRAMMYยฎ Award-nominated artist Sarah Brightman entertained her first-ever Christmas tour Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony โ€ฆ and it warmed hearts of both fans and critics alike, being named the ultimate holiday event! Given the overwhelming response, and in celebration of her favorite time of the year, Sarah begins a new Christmas tradition, by taking her A Christmas Symphony Tour internationally for the first time! The tour will be coming to Manila on December 7, 2022 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

    Presented by Wilbros Live and Smart Araneta Coliseum. Accompanied by orchestra and a choir, this beautiful holiday show will feature Sarah Brightman performing show-stopping renditions of classics from the Christmas canon, along with personal holiday favorites and many of her greatest hits.

    Known as the worldโ€™s best-selling Soprano and UNESCO Artist for Peace Ambassador, Sarah Brightman has amassed sales of more than 30 million, receiving awards in over 40 countries. She originated the role of Christine Daaรฉ in the world-renowned The Phantom of the Opera on both West End and Broadway stages and has performed at such prestigious events including the Concert for Diana, The Kennedy Center Honors and the Barcelona and Beijing Olympic Games.

    Sarahโ€™s albums Eden, La Luna, Harem, Symphony and Dreamchaser were each chart-topping Billboard hits and were all accompanied by world tours. Her most recent full-length studio album HYMN was released in 2018 and debuted at #1 on the Classical and Classical crossover Billboard charts. The HYMN world tour began in South America in September 2018 and concluded in her hometown of London, England in November 2019.

    Brightman has been recognized for her outstanding contribution to music and theatre with a โ€˜STARโ€™ on the world-renowned, majestic Hollywood Walk of Fame, in addition to receiving an Honorary Doctor of Arts (Hon DArt).

    Tickets to Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony in Manila goes on-sale on Saturday, September 10 at 10AM via TicketNet.com.ph, TicketNet outlets nationwide or Call 8911-5555 for more information.

  • Eric Nam is Back Again in Manila this November

    Eric Nam is Back Again in Manila this November

    November is about to get lit with Eric Nam coming back to town!

    One of South Korea’s best-selling artists and multi-hyphenated star, Eric Nam, brings his There and Back Again World Tour to Asia this year with performances in four Asian cities — Manila, Singapore, Taipei, and Seoul.

    Presented by Live Nation, There and Back Again World Tour in Manila takes place on November 10 at the Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier. The upcoming concert will see the singer-songwriter back on the Philippine concert stage after more than two years.

    Tickets to the concert will go on sale starting September 8 at 10 a.m. via SM Tickets. Check out the ticket prices, inclusive of ticketing charges, below:

    • Meet & Greet Experience – Php 10,350 inclusive of:
      • meeting Eric Nam for a photo opportunity (groups of 5+ in a photo)
      • early entry into the GA floor
      • designated lane for queuing
      • autographed poster
      • one GA standing ticket
    • GA Standing – Php 4,750
    • Balcony – Php 3,250

    Get to Know the Multi-Hyphenated Star

    Eric Nam is a multifaceted entertainer, singer, songwriter, and TV personality who officially made his debut in 2013 with his first extended play Cloud 9, and lead single “Heaven’s Door”, following his stint in the Star Audition: Birth of a Great Star 2. Since then, he has received a number of accolades and recognitions, including Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia and GQ Korea’s Man of the Year. He was also honored as one of YouTube Music’s Global Trending Artists on the Rise.

    Nam is one of the best-selling and most widely-touring artists to come out of Korea. He is currently on a sold-out world tour as the headlining act, performing 59 headlining gigs across 54 cities in North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.

    In January 2022, Eric Nam released his second English album, There and Back Again. The album was fronted by “Lost On Me”. There and Back Again debuted at #3 and #7 on the US and UK Spotify Charts. The album also reached its peak position of #22 for albums sold on Billboard.

    Nam will also make his acting debut as Jonah Yoon in the film, Transplant.


    ERIC NAM There and Back Again World Tour in Manila is presented by Live Nation Philippines.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Clinton Kane Brings “Maybe Someday It’ll All Be Okay” Tour to Manila

    Clinton Kane Brings “Maybe Someday It’ll All Be Okay” Tour to Manila

    FILIPINO-NORWEGIAN SINGER CLINTON KANE PERFORMS IN MANILA THIS DECEMBER!

    Live Nation Philippines proudly announces that Australian-based Filipino-Norwegian singer-songwriter Clinton Kane is bringing his highly-anticipated MAYBE SOMEDAY ITโ€™LL ALL BE OKAY World Tour to the Philippines. The concert will be held at the New Frontier Theater on December 3, 2022.

    Clinton Kane will visit Manila and will perform for his Filipino fans for the first time as part of his tour in Asia, as announced by concert promoter, Live Nation Philippines. Heโ€™s also set to perform in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, and Tokyo. Tickets to his Manila leg will be on sale on Friday, August 19 at 10 AM via www.ticketnet.com. For fans who have purchased tickets during the Presale, Clinton is now adding a special experience upgrade where you can meet him up-close, take selfie, and attend his soundcheck.

    The Filipino-Norwegian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist pens pop with โ€œchords that soothe you and lyrics that bite you.โ€ While growing up between Perth, Australia, and The UK, the self-taught singer, guitarist, pianist, and drummer ultimately found solace in music.

    His debut album, MAYBE SOMEDAY ITโ€™LL ALL BE OKAY, is led by singles โ€œChicken Tendies,โ€ โ€œI GUESS Iโ€™M IN LOVE,โ€ โ€œGO TO HELL,โ€ and the recently released โ€œ14โ€ via Columbia Records. The reflective record transports listeners to Clintonโ€™s 14-year-old self and follows his inner monologue as he grows into adulthood. In speaking about the new song, Clinton says: โ€œThis song breaks my heart into a million pieces every single time I listen to it. I wrote it two years ago when I was at my lowest with myself โ€“ doubting every single thing about me: how I grew up, where Iโ€™m from, and who I am. This song took a year to write, with 30 different choruses and verses being written to this track. I hope you find peace when you listen to this song and know that you are not alone in this world.โ€

    The 2022 Vevo DSCVR Artist to Watch embarked on a sold-out North American headline tour. The 23-date run brought the Norwegian-Filipino singer/songwriter to Chicago, Boston, New York, Nashville, and more before concluding at Los Angelesโ€™ El Rey Theatre.

    ABOUT CLINTON KANE:

    Clinton Kane is one of those people who do all the things the rest of us wish we could do, such as hightail it to Santorini alone with nothing more than a backpackโ€ฆ The Norwegian-Filipino singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist pens pop with โ€œchords that soothe you and lyrics that bite you.โ€ While growing up between Perth, Australia, and The UK, the self-taught singer, guitarist, pianist, and drummer ultimately found solace in music. Writing and performing quelled growing anxiety and stress as he went from popular YouTube covers to a prolific series of independent originals. Signing to Columbia Records, Clinton turned heads with his this is what it feels like EP in 2019. To kick off 2020, he lent his voice to Martin Garrixโ€™s smash โ€œDrownโ€ followed by original solo songs โ€œI don’t want to watch the world end with someone else” and “Fix It To Break It.” After amassing more than 752 million global streams, selling out headline tour dates across North America, and receiving acclaim from NME, Billboard, and more, he might inspire you to live a little louder with his highly anticipated debut album MAYBE SOMEDAY ITโ€™LL ALL BE OKAY led by singles โ€œChicken Tendies,โ€ โ€œI GUESS Iโ€™M IN LOVE,โ€ โ€œGO TO HELL,โ€ and โ€œ14.โ€

  • 3 Things We Are Excited About “The Maine Back In Manila”

    3 Things We Are Excited About “The Maine Back In Manila”

    A few days to go and the long wait will soon be over as The Maine Back in Manila is finally happening!

    American rock band The Maine will make their way back to the Philippine concert stage on August 27 at the Skydome, SM City North EDSA for The Maine Back in Manila concert.

    Tickets to the concert are available via SM Tickets outlets and online and thru www.minimall.ph.

    Presented by PULP Live World, the concert will surely bring together nostalgia and excitement as fans welcome The Maine back to the country for the seventh time.

    READ: The Maine To Return To Manila In August

    Share your excitement with us with three things we look forward the most in The Maine Back in Manila.

    #1: New Songs from The Maine

    The Maine Back in Manila will see the band perform, not only their classic hits, but their new songs from their latest studio album, XOXO: From Love and Anxiety in Real Time.

    The album is the band’s eighth studio album that was released in 2021. It includes 10 songs with “Sticky” as the lead single. “Sticky” is the band’s highest-charting single to date. It peaked at number 16 on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart and at number 32 on the Rock Airplay chart.

    All band members took part in the writing and composition of the songs in the album.

    #2 Celebrate 15 years of The Maine in The Maine Back in Manila

    Having started in 2007, the year 2022 marked the band’s 15th anniversary. The Maine Back in Manila will be a special show — an opportunity to celebrate together with John, Jared, Garrett, Patrick, and Kennedy the band’s career milestone.

    In addition, the concert will see The Maine return to the Philippine concert stage after almost three years.

    Photo from The Maine

    #3 Meet and Greet with The Maine

    Another exciting part of The Maine Back in Manila? All ticketholders are entitled to a meet-and-greet opportunity (dependent on health restrictions).

    Join the fun and get the chance to meet John, Jared, Garrett, Patrick, and Kennedy in person. Buy your tickets via SM Tickets and www.minimall.ph

    BONUS: Written by the Stars joins The Maine!

    Manila-based pop rock band Written by the Stars will open The Maine Back in Manila.

  • NCT 127 To Bring “NEO CITY: THE LINK” Tour To Manila in September

    NCT 127 To Bring “NEO CITY: THE LINK” Tour To Manila in September

    The solo concert Philippine NCT 127 fans have been longing for is finally happening!

    NCT 127 will head over to the Philippines to bring NCT 127 2ND TOUR: NEO CITY: THE LINK in Manila on September 4 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

    The upcoming concert will mark the boy group’s first solo concert in the country and their third overall visit following joint concerts in 2017 and 2019. The wait will definitely be worth as NCT 127 promises to bring their unique color and style on the Philippine concert stage and make a concert of a lifetime for their NCTzens who have patiently waited to welcome them back to Manila.

    Tickets to the concert go on sale on August 21 via SM Tickets online and in outlets.

    • STANDING 1 / 2 / 7 – Php 12000
    • VIP SEATED – Php 12000
    • UPPER BOX – Php 7500
    • GENERAL ADMISSION – Php 4500
    • GENERIC – Php 3500

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

    Welcome to NEO CITY: Meet NCT’s First Fixed Subunit

    NCT 127, the Seoul-based unit of SM Entertainment’s international boy group NCT, is first fixed subunit of the boy group, officially debuting on July 7, 2016. Their group name is an acronym for “New Culture Technology” and the longitude of Seoul.

    Since debut, NCT 127 have showcased immense talent and charms, cementing their status as the next big thing in K-Pop. Through the years, the boy group proved that they could indeed dominate. NCT 127’s third studio album, Sticker and its repackaged version Favorite broke album records in 20221, selling 3.62 million copies. The albums were regarded one of the best-selling albums ever by an act under SM entertainment.

    Popular songs like “Favorite (Vampire)”, “Sticker”, “Cherry Bomb”, “Regular”, and “Simon Says” are known for the group’s smooth vocals and performances. Fans can look forward to an exemplary show that will showcase the vocal prowess and superb choreography of NCT 127.

  • DPR Brings “Regime World Tour” to Manila in November

    DPR Brings “Regime World Tour” to Manila in November

    Philippines, get ready to go “DPR WE GANG GANG” in November as DPR brings you Regime World Tour!

    DPR (Dream Perfect Regime) is bringing the Regime World Tour to the Philippines as part of the Asia-Pacific leg of the tour. Karpos Multimedia confirmed that the DPR crew composed of DPR LIVE, DPR IAN, and DPR CREAM will perform at The Filinvest Tent, Alabang on November 30.

    DPR The Regime World Tour Poster

    Tickets to the Regime World Tour Live in Manila will go on sale on August 12 at 11 a.m. via regimetour.com. Check out the ticket prices and inclusions below:

    • VIP PACKAGE – Php 7950+ (Limited) with photo op (in groups of six), Q&A session, and earliest entry perks
    • EARLY ENTRY – Php 5000+ (Limited)
    • GEN AD – Php 4000+

    Please note that ticket prices are exclusive of the ticket service charge. In addition, queueing numbers will be assigned to VIP and early entry ticket holders. For more details, follow Karpos Multimedia here.

    DPR The Regime World Tour

    DPR, which stands for Dream Perfect Regime, is an independent, multi-genre music, and video group based in Seoul. It is focused on engaging viewers through the production of a unique and dynamic experience of both visual and audio output.

    Previously, DPR announced the America and Europe leg of the upcoming world tour that begins on September 8 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Aside from Manila, the crew will bring the tour to Asian cities like Tokyo, Taipei, Bangkok, Singapore, Jakarta, and Kuala Lumpur.

    DPR will also perform in Auckland, New Zealand, and Melbourne, and Sydney, Australia.

  • Super Junior postpones Manila concert, promises to return

    Super Junior postpones Manila concert, promises to return

    Super Junior will come back.

    It was a different kind of show that transpired last August 6 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Despite the circumstances, Super Junior stood on stage, personally addressed the situation, and serenaded Philippine ELFs.

    On the morning of August 6, 2:06 a.m. Philippine Time, Label SJ released a statement, informing the public of the passing of Eunhyuk’s father.

    “It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Eunhyuk’s father.” They added, “Due to the sudden news, Eunhyuk was unable to depart for the SUPER JUNIOR WORLD TOUR – SUPER SHOW 9: ROAD IN MANILA concert scheduled for today.” ELFs from all over the world sent their prayers and condolences to Eunhyuk and his family.

    At 12:35 p.m. on the same day, Label SJ again came forward to give notice regarding SUPER SHOW 9 IN MANILA slated to take place at 5 p.m. on August 6 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

    “First of all, after many long discussions between the promoter and Super Junior members, we both agreed that it will be difficult to properly hold SUPER JUNIOR WORLD TOUR – SUPER SHOW 9: ROAD IN MANILA as scheduled. However, the members wanted to meet and greet the fans who came to Manila to attend the concert, so we’d like to ask everyone with tickets to enter the concert venue on time.”

    Full of understanding and respect, Philippine ELFs showed up and came together to relay their sympathy to Eunhyuk and his family by tying black ribbons on their lightsticks. The usual loudness at the arena during concerts turned into a solemn gathering as fans comfort each other and the members.

    Kring Kim took the stage to read out PULP Live World and Inang Happee Sy-Go’s statement. “We would like to sincerely thank all ELF who came to SUPER JUNIOR WORLD TOUR – SUPER SHOW 9: ROAD IN MANILA concert here in the MOA Arena today. Marami pong salamat. You are already part of history for coming despite everything that has happened and everything that you know about what’s going on this afternoon.”

    And Philippine ELFs assured that they understand and that it’s okay. But Super Junior did not also let the opportunity pass without showing fans their appreciation and gratitude. Members Shindong, Ryeowook, Donghae, Yesung, Kyuhyun, and Leeteuk greeted fans and relayed heartfelt messages of thank you, sorry, and “I love you”.

    “This is my first time to have this opening ment. Other than being nervous about performing in front of you. My apologies and sincerest sorry are the expressions I can only give you. And to the member who is facing an unfortunate situation in Korea, Eunhyuk, I am deeply saddened right now. And the situation that we cannot give back the long time that you have waited for us to perform in Manila, the only expression I can tell you is I’m sorry. I promise that we will make sure that we will complete this performance with the complete members of Super Junior next time. Sorry and mahal kita,” said Donghae.

    Mabuhay! We actually went through a lot of discussions about whether we should come to Manila or not. But eventually, we decided that we should, of course, meet our ELFs who have waited for us. Arriving here in Manila, we had discussions until 3 a.m., 4 a.m. Our Super Show is happy, fun, and gives you hope. To give you more fun, excitement, and hope, this concert is not canceled, but rather is postponed,” Leeteuk said.

    The leader of Super Junior also comforted fans by saying that they can think of it as buying the tickets early. He added that he personally talked to the promoter to hold a two-day concert next time. “To my love ELFs and to our staff, to be all happy, we will come back as soon as possible and greet you again. Here in the center is Siwon and beside me, someone who is like a doppelganger, Eunhyuk,” he said.

    To the forever love between Super Junior and ELFs, Shindong, Ryeowook, Donghae, Yesung, Kyuhyun, and Leeteuk serenaded the fans with “My Wish”, “Callin’”, and “More Days with You” as their gift.

    The members reiterated their promise to come back and meet their ELFs once again. And Philippine ELFs promised that they will continue walking the flower road with them.

    Following the postponement, PULP Live World assured ticketholders that their tickets for the August 6 show will be honored on the later date that will be set. “Detailed explanation on ticket and new show schedule will be announced in the upcoming days. We ask for your understanding with this notice and sincerely appreciate your patience.”

  • Canadian pop star on the rise, Johnny Orlando is going to Manila

    Canadian pop star on the rise, Johnny Orlando is going to Manila

    Johnny Orlando teased his Filipino fans that he will be going to the Philippines soon. Retweeting UMusic Philippinesโ€™ Twitter post with โ€œsee you soon !!โ€ with a Philippine flag and heart with it.

    Johnny Orlando, a Toronto-born singer, songwriter and actor, is this generationโ€™s rising pop superstar. With a social media following of over 25 million+ engaged fans worldwide and 1 billion global music streams, Orlando has become one of pop cultureโ€™s biggest sensations at just 19 years old. Since breaking out in 2019, Orlando has garnered critical acclaim from the likes of Billboard, Variety, Paper Magazine, Teen Vogue as well as numerous nominations for his work including Breakthrough Artist of the Year at the 2019 JUNO Awards and nods from the Kidsโ€™ Choice Awards, iHeart Much Music Video Awards, and Teen Choice Awards. Most recently, his artistry has also been recognized with a Pop Album of the Year nomination at the 2021 JUNO Awards. His musical talent has earned 3 consecutive MTV Europe Music Awards for Best Canadian Act. In Spring 2022, Orlando will continue a domestic tour in addition to the release of new music, including โ€œSomeone Will Love You Better.โ€ On the same year, the rising pop superstar released โ€œBlurโ€.

    Johnny has recently announced the release of his upcoming album โ€œall the things that could go wrongโ€ on august 19th.

    Pre-order/pre-add/pre-save here: johnnyorlando.lnk.to/music

    His Filipino fans can get a chance to be part of this exclusive fan hangout by joining here: https://umusicph.lnk.to/JohnnyOrlandoInMNLTW

  • PULP is Back: PULP Live World Shows You Never Want to Miss in 2022

    PULP is Back: PULP Live World Shows You Never Want to Miss in 2022

    PULP is back and ready to give you the best shows this 2022!

    One of the country’s leading concert promoters, PULP Live World is making sure that fans and concertgoers experience one-of-a-kind shows as it returns to the concert scene — bringing top acts in K-Pop and rock/metal to the Philippines.

    The 2022 K-Pop Masterz in Manila, held at the SM Mall of Asia Arena last July 29, officially kicked off an exciting year of concerts ahead from PULP. Featuring TREASURE, BamBam, and Jackson, the concert marked milestones for the three K-Pop acts and Philippine Treasure Makers and IGOT7s. The 2022 K-Pop Masterz in Manila, which colored the arena blue and green, served as the first overseas performance of TREASURE and the first solo performances of BamBam and Jackson in the Philippines.

    READ: TREASURE, BamBam, and Jackson Lit Up โ€œ2022 K-Pop Masterzโ€ In Manila

    But the July 29 show was only the first as there is so much more in-store from PULP this 2022. Check out the upcoming shows and events presented by PULP Live World:

    August 6: Super Junior World Tour – SUPER SHOW 9: ROAD in Manila

    • SM Mall of Asia Arena
    • Saturday, 5PM
    • Tickets are available via SM Tickets outlets and online via smtickets.com

    The OG Hallyu Kings will return to the Philippines on August 6 for their sixth solo concert in the country — SUPER SHOW 9: ROAD in Manila. Happening at the Mall of Asia Arena, the upcoming Manila leg of the international concert series of Super Junior will give ELFs the “biggest stage always, the craziest fan service, and the most nostalgic show in our K-Pop life”, according to Inang Reyna, Happee Sy-Go, who first brought the Hallyu superstars to the Philippines for Super Show 2 in 2010.

    Super Junior Goes on the Road to Manila for โ€œSuper Show 9โ€

    Ticket prices (Ticketing charges apply):

    • SUPER STANDING E/L/F – Php 12000
    • SUPER SEATED – Php 12000
    • Upper Box A – Php 7500
    • Upper Box B – Php 6500
    • Gen Ad A – Php 4500
    • Gen Ad B – Php 3500

    August 15: All Time Low Live in Manila

    • SM Mall of Asia Arena
    • Monday, 7PM
    • Tickets are available via SM Tickets outlets and online via smtickets.com

    American rock band All Time Low will hold their much-awaited comeback concert in the Philippines on August 15 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The ALL TIME LOW LIVE IN MANILA concert is the band’s Southeast Asian stop outside of their appearance at the Summer Sonic Festival in Japan.

    With almost two decades and eight studio albums under their belts, fans can only expect the best of the best from the setlist of their much-awaited performance back in Manila, including tracks from their album Wake Up, Sunshine.

    In addition, Filipino rock band Chicosci opens the show at 7PM! Join The Party Scene! Get your tickets and see All Time Low live!

    All Time Low Comes Back To Manila In August

    Ticket prices (Ticketing charges apply):

    • ROYALTY – Php 9500
    • VIP A – Php 6500
    • VIP B – Php 5000
    • Patron – Php 4500
    • Lower Box A – Php 4000
    • Lower Box B – Php 3500

    August 19: YUGYEOM Live in Manila

    • New Frontier Theater
    • Friday, 7PM
    • Tickets are available via TicketNet outlets and online via ticketnet.com.ph

    GOT7’s maknae Yugyeom is all grown-up and ready to take over the concert stage on his own. The singer-songwriter will fire up the New Frontier Theater on August 19 in YUGYEOM LIVE IN MANILA. Philippine IGOT7s (Ahgases) will see another side of the “Lights” singer as he makes a grand return as a solo artist.

    GOT7โ€™s Yugyeom Returns to Manila in August

    Ticket prices (Ticketing charges apply):

    • ROYALTY A / B / SEATED LOGE – Php 9500
    • Premium Standing – Php 7500
    • Regular Standing โ€“ Php 5500
    • Balcony Seated โ€“ Php 4500

    August 27: The Maine Back in Manila

    • Skydome, SM City North EDSA
    • Saturday, 8PM
    • Tickets are available via SM Tickets outlets and online via smtickets.com and minimall.ph

    Celebrate The Maine’s 15th anniversary this 2022 by seeing them live at the Skydome, SM City North EDSA on August 27 for THE MAINE BACK IN MANILA. The “Arizona emo group” is excited to return to Manila for the seventh time and play for the ever-passionate community they have built over the years, bringing with them an incredible setlist, including tracks from their 8th studio album XOXO: From Love and Anxiety in Real Time.

    The Maine To Return To Manila In August

    Ticket prices (Ticketing charges apply):

    • Platinum – Php 4500
    • Gold – Php 3000
    • Silver – Php 2500

    All ticketholders will take part in the meet and greet with The Maine.

    September 11: 2022 (G)I-DLE World Tour [JUST ME ()I-DLE] in Manila

    • New Frontier Theater
    • Sunday, 6PM
    • Tickets available via TicketNet outlets and online via ticketnet.com.ph

    The much-anticipated concert of K-Pop girl group (G)I-DLE is finally happening! Miyeon, Minnie, Soyeon, Yuqi, and Shuhua are ready to bring their music to a bigger stage with their first concert tour, 2022 (G)I-DLE WORLD TOUR: JUST ME ()I-DLE with Manila as one of the tour’s stop. Happening on September 11 at the New Frontier Theater, JUST ME ()I-DLE in Manila marks the first solo concert of the (G)I-DLE in the country.

    (G)I-DLE is coming to Manila this September

    Ticket prices (Ticketing charges apply):

    • ROYALTY – Php 10000
    • VIP Floor Standing – Php 7500
    • VIP Loge Seated – Php 7500
    • Regular Floor Standing – Php 5000
    • Balcony Seated – Php 3500

    October 12: Boys Like Girls Live in Cebu

    • Sky Hall, Seaside Cebu
    • Wednesday, 8PM
    • Tickets are available via SM Tickets outlets and online via smtickets.com

    After more than a decade, Boys Like Girls will make their way back to the Philippines, bringing their live music to their fans down South in BOYS LIKE GIRLS LIVE IN CEBU concert, happening at the Sky Hall, Seaside Cebu on October 12. PULP Live World and Skesh Entertainment present a show that will surely trigger nostalgia with Martin Johnson (vocals/guitar), Paul DiGiovanni (guitar), John Keefe (drums), and Morgan Dorr (bass) playing their iconic debut album front to back.

    Boys Like Girls to Perform Live in Cebu in October

    Ticket prices (Ticketing charges apply):

    • VIP – Php 3500
    • Gen Ad – Php 2500

    For tickets purchased last February, they will still be honored on the new show date.

    October 15 & 16: Tomorrow X Together World Tour <ACT: LOVE SICK> in Manila

    • SM Mall of Asia Arena
    • Saturday, 6PM
    • Sunday, 5PM

    MOA in MOA is happening this October as Yeonjun, Soobin, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and HueningKai take over SM Mall of Asia Arena in a two-day concert on October 15 and 16 for Tomorrow X Together World Tour <ACT: LOVE SICK> in Manila.

    As TXT continues to defy expectations and break record after record, MOAs can look forward to a two-day concert that will showcase solid performances and explosive stages from the boy group. Moreover, ACT: LOVE SICK in Manila is TXT’s first-ever live concert in the Philippines.

    More details on the concert will be unveiled soon thru PULP Live Worldโ€™s official pages.

    TXT To Bring โ€œACT : LOVE SICKโ€ Tour To Manila In October

    TXT

    More shows to be confirmed, plus upcoming announcements from PULP

    Aside from confirmed shows, there is so much more to look forward to from PULP. New dates of the postponed shows of the cast of Running Man, One Ok Rock, and Slipknot are yet to be confirmed.

    In addition, Inang has previously hinted that more K-Pop shows are slated for September 4 and October 29. Sharing her excitement for the upcoming shows, particularly, the October 29 show, she tweeted as soon as the clock signaled the start of August, “In 89 days, another 1st is happening in Manila…” She added the hashtags #soon, #iponing, #itshappeehour, and #October29.

    About PULP Live World

    An established name in live entertainment, PULP Live World is one of the Philippinesโ€™ largest and most diverse companies in the concerts/live events industry, bringing to the Philippine shore and producing historic events and concerts of top acts like Cyndi Lauper, Aerosmith, Kelly Clarkson, Slayer, Megadeth, Anthrax, All Time Low, Mayday Parade, The Maine, Super Junior, BIGBANG, EXO, BTS, SEVENTEEN, GOT7, 2NE1, Girls’ Generation, TWICE, among others.

  • Fil-Brit beabadoobee to perform live in Manila this September

    Fil-Brit beabadoobee to perform live in Manila this September

    Live Nation is excited to bring critically acclaimed, award-winning Gen Z sensation beabadoobee’s BEATOPIA TOUR 2022 to Manila. The event is scheduled for September 16, 2022, at New Frontier Theater.

    Beatopia, beabadoobee’s fresh new album, is a magical yet deeply personal universe created in the imagination of a 7-year-old beabadoobee and carried with her ever since. Beatopia is the artist’s most outstanding work to date, spanning fuzzy rock, traditional singer-songwriter, psychedelia, midwest emo, and unabashed pop in 14 songs while remaining indisputably herself throughout.

    beabadoobee’s first Asian tour will take her to five cities, including Taipei, Manila, Seoul, Bangkok, and Singapore. General admission tickets for BEATOPIA TOUR 2022 LIVE IN MANILA will go on sale on Wednesday, August 10 at 10 a.m. Members of Live Nation Philippines Pre-sale on Tuesday, August 9th, from 10AM to 11:59PM. For membership signup, pre-sale access, and concert information, go to livenation.ph/register.

  • TREASURE, BamBam, and Jackson Lit Up “2022 K-Pop Masterz” In Manila

    TREASURE, BamBam, and Jackson Lit Up “2022 K-Pop Masterz” In Manila

    Words and photos by Danica Lacson

    A sea of blue and green colored the Mall of Asia Arena for the 2022 K-Pop Masterz in Manila!

    K-Pop acts TREASURE and GOT7’s BamBam and Jackson teamed up with Philippine Treasure Makers and IGOT7 in an explosive night of loudest cheers, brightest lights, and heated performances at the 2022 K-Pop Masterz in Manila held at the Mall of Asia Arena last July 29.

    Marking PULP Live World’s first K-Pop concert in the Philippines after two years since the pandemic, the concert went all out in giving K-Pop fans the best concert experience with an outstanding lineup of artists, the ultimate stage design, raffled perks, and so much more. Moreover, it also marked significant “firsts” for all three acts — TREASURE’s first overseas performance since their debut and BamBam and Jackson’s first performances as solo artists in the Philippines.

    “What’s up, Manila!”: TREASURE debuts on the Philippine concert stage

    With exploding energy, excitement, and thundering “What’s up, Manila”, Hyunsuk, Jihoon, Junkyu, Yoshi, Jaehyuk, Asahi, Doyoung, Haruto, Jeongwoo, and Junghwan opened the concert with “Jikjin”, the title track of their first extended play. The Second Step: Chapter One. The boy group followed it up with “I Love You” before taking a moment to introduce themselves and trying their best to communicate to Filipino Teuems in the local language. And love was truly felt, as Teumes and Ahgases came together to sing Jaehyuk a “Happy Birthday”. Jaehyuk turned a year older last July 23.

    On a mission to make the night a memory of a lifetime, TREASURE turned up the energy with a dazzling performance of “My Treasure” and a fiery stage of “MMM”. They then ignited their competitive spirits in a game of One Body, One Soul. Divided into Team Mahal Kita (Hyunsuk’s team) and Team Gwapo (Jihoon’s team), the members tested their teamwork as they act out the words ballet, gwiyomi, selfie pose, Michael Jackson, baseball, sexy, heart, and Beyonce. But the competition was intense that they had to battle it out with a tiebreaker game of ddakji between the youngest members Jeongwoo and Junghwan.

    After the intensity of the games, TREASURE wasted no time, giving the crowd live performances of “Boy”, their debut song, and a rock version of “Darari”. The boys ended their set with the sweetest thank yous and mahal kita, reciprocated with loud cheers from the audience.

    Tagay, shot puno with BamBam at the 2022 K-Pop Masterz in Manila

    Still high from TREASURE’s performances, the 2022 K-Pop Masterz in Manila gave the audience no time to catch their feels and calm themselves as GOT7’s BamBam soon took over the Philippine concert stage with “Wheels Up”, “Ride or Die”, and “Looks so Fine”.

    “It feels really good to be back in Manila after four years! I have one thing to say: skrrt skrrt!” BamBam greeted Philippine Ahgases.

    The Thai singer continues his “shot puno” agenda, even going as far as naming a Manila night market he said he will build if he won the lottery as the “BamBam shot puno“. After staying for a while in the Philippines, the GOT7 member earned a new nickname “BamBam bangus” or “Bamgus”, a combination of his name and his now-favorite fish, milkfish or bangus.

    BamBam really made the wait more worth it as he keeps his promise to sing the full version of Ronnie Liang’s “Ngiti“. He later uploaded his cover on his Instagram as a way of saying thank you to Manila.

    And the smiles continued on in his “Who Are You” and “Pandora” performances. But the surprise did not stop! The GOT7 member called over the Pambansang Krung-Krung ng Pilipinas and 2NE1’s Sandara Park on stage.

    “First of all, welcome to my second home, BamBam!” said Dara who came to support her labelmates. Three years since her last visit to the country, Dara also relayed how much she missed Filipinos. “Namiss ko kayong lahat,” she remarked. Being always game, the singer-actress heeded BamBam’s request to perform on stage. The 2NE1 member serenaded the crowd with the group’s classic “I Don’t Care” in an acoustic version.

    With BamBam and Dara sharing the stage, the GOT7 member closed his set with “riBBon”.

    The MAGIC MAN was here: Jackson returns to Manila, bringing new songs for Filipino fans

    Completing the night, Jackson followed his groupmate’s BamBam set, setting the arena into a frenzy as he debuts his newly released singles, “Cruel” and “Blow”, from his upcoming album, Magic Man. Truly an unforgettable evening, the GOT7 member gave the Philippines a first taste of the live performances of more songs from his upcoming album. Proving once again what a performer he is, he wowed with “Blue” and “Drive It Like You Stole It”.

    Jackson also relayed his admiration for Filipino fans and their passionate spirit in giving support. “The passion is on another level. When they cheer for you, you know they mean it,” he said. He added, “If you have 100, they give you 100.”

    The 2022 K-Pop Masterz in Manila gave opportunities to the fans to get to know the Magic Man better thru a brief interview on stage with host Kring Kim. Jackson talked about Team Wang Design, a luxury streetwear label he founded. According to the singer and creative genius, he loves creating and the streetwear label is one of his creations. Team Wang Design embodies the slogan, “Know yourself, Make your own history.” — a slogan that also reflects Jackson’s advice to aspiring artists, encouraging them to find their own route.

    Closing the 2022 K-Pop Masterz in Manila, Jackson left the crowd with his performance of his 2020 single “100 Ways”.

    PULP is back!

    The 2022 K-Pop Masterz in Manila kicks off PULP Live World’s K-Pop concert for 2022. Truly a return with a bang, the concert created a beautiful sea of blue and green colors and memories of a lifetime shared by Teumes and Ahgases. It was a momentous event that brought together TREASURE, BamBam, and Jackson and Philippine Teumes and Ahgases to light up the Mall of Asia Arena.

    And the concert is only the start as PULP promises more exciting events, and the best shows, not only for K-Pop fans but also for rock and metal fans this 2022. So, fans all over the country, brace yourself for Super Junior, All Time Low, GOT7’s Yugyeom, The Maine, (G)I-DLE, Boys Like Girls, TXT, and so much more, including to-be confirmed dates for Running Man, One Ok Rock, and Slipknot.