A solid band, a solid setlist, and a solid crowd. The 1975 At Their Very Best in Manila was truly what its name was โ the very best.
The 1975 has made several appearances in the Philippine concert scene since they made their debut in a series of mall performances in 2014. The band, which consists of Matty Healy on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Adam Hann on lead guitar, Ross MacDonald on bass, and George Daniel on drums, will then return to the nation to perform their first arena show in 2015, headline an indoor music festival in 2016, and play a second arena show in 2019.
The band has developed a close bond with concertgoers in the Philippines for almost ten years, and each time, that bond has grown and deepened. Matty expressed his gratitude for Manila’s outstanding support over the years. The thing is with Manila, you guys kind of have dibs on The 1975 cause you were the first ones to like us. We were bigger in Manila before we were bigger in the UK,โ he said. And it was very clear during their recently ended back-to-back performances on May 3 and 4 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
A sold-out MOA Arena welcomed the band on May 3 as they kicked off the first of two nights of The 1975 At Their Very Best in Manila concerts. The band’s current tour, which began in North America in November 2022 and then traveled to Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Oceania, included a stop in the Philippines. Manila was the final stop on the fourth leg of the tour, which will take them back to Europe, Asia, and North America from June to September.
The 1975 returned to the Philippine concert stage on May 3 and 4, bringing their At Their Very Best concert tour to the country. (Photos from The 1975 on Twitter @the1975)
Wallice, an American singer-songwriter, opened for The 1975, delivering songs such as “90s American Superstar,” “Listen Here,” “Hey Michael,” “Punching Bag,” “John Wayne,” her most recent tune “Best Friend,” her personal favorite “Funeral,” and “23.” The musician thanked the group for letting her join them on tour in a heartfelt statement. “It’s been a dream come true,” she remarked, “Thank you, The 1975!”
Wallice with The 1975 (Photo from Wallice on Twitter @wallice)
Minutes later, A Theatrical Performance of an Intimate Moment commenced with Matty, Adam, Ross, and George, appearing on screen while riding animal toys โ the most unserious entrance we witnessed and an entrance we won’t have any other way.
The stage setup was straightforward. The camera work was stunning, dramatic, and entrancing. The setlist was a beautiful surprise.
The band opened the May 3 show with “Looking for Somebody (to Love)” and “Happiness” off their 2022 studio album Being Funny in a Foreign Language. Then they played “Ugh!” from 2015, which was followed by “Oh Caroline” from Being Funny in a Foreign Language. Moving forward, the band performed “Me & You Together Song” and “If You’re Too Shy (Let Me Know)” from the Notes on a Conditional Form album. And Manila was all for it, demonstrating once more the astounding enthusiasm of the Philippine concertgoers as they euphorically greet every beat and sing along to every word at the top of their lungs. The song “I’m In Love With You” from the album Being Funny in a Foreign Language was also performed live in Manila.
Matty paused to officially welcome the crowd to The 1975. “We are! Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to The 1975! Thank you so much for coming. We are very happy to be here,” he said, pointing out that coming to Manila is always a great experience. “We are kinda ten times bigger than we should be.”
The 1975 performed “fallingforyou” from their 2013 extended play IV, paying tribute to the band’s almost decade-long relationship with the Philippines. And the bliss persisted with back-to-back “About You,” the synth-goodness of “An Encounter,” “Robbers,” and “Somebody Else.” They also played “Pressure” and “It’s Not Living (If It’s Not With You)”. Matty briefly sampled “Man in the Mirror” by Michael Jackson before switching to “Paris,” “Me,” and “Love It If We Made It.”
The audience’s voices reverberated loudly and clearly as they sang along to The 1975’s “I Always Wanna Die (Sometimes)” in exquisite harmony. After an emotive performance of “I Always Wanna Die (Sometimes),” “The Sound,” “Sex,” and the evening’s closing song, “Give Yourself A Try,” brought back the party vibe. Everyone allowed themselves to become lost in the moment, be on their feet, and raise their voices to every word, causing the arena to shake with the intensity of the jumping and the echoing of everyone’s voices. These are the moments. This is the memoryโan encounter we will choose to have every time.
The 1975 At Their Very Best in Manila was everything its name suggests โ the very best. It was euphoric. It was Happiness.
THE 1975 AT THEIR VERY BEST IN MANILA was presented by PULP Live World. Special thanks to PULP Live World for the invitation.
The article contains events that transpired on Day 1 of the two-day concert of the band in the country.
Wanderland Music & Arts Festival has just released their pre-lineup tickets ahead of their 2024 edition happening on March 9 & 10, 2024.
Kicking off today, May 8 until May 31 (or until supplies last), the pre-lineup salegives Wanderers the chance to secure tickets to Wanderland 2024 for as low as PHP5,825. Ticket prices will increase over time after this pre-lineup sale, so the earlier you buy, the better.
Pre-lineup tickets are limited and are subject to sell out, so get your tickets quickly before theyโre gone at wanderlandfestival.com.
Earlier this year, Wanderland 2023, called Wanderland: The Comeback, marked the return of the Philippinesโ premier music and arts festival after a forced hiatus due to the pandemic. The comeback had a strong turnout featuring a stellar lineup of Phoenix, Carly Rae Jepsen, FKJ, Dashboard Confessional, Raveena, and Sunset Rollercoaster to name a few.
Wanderland has never had a miss so we know that they take planning, curating an amazing lineup, and executing the festival very seriously. Wanderland was always worth every penny spent! We canโt wait to see what they have in store for us in 2024.
The comeback of NCT DREAM created magnificent and lasting memories for the boy group and NCTzens who flooded the SM Mall of Asia Arena with an infectious love and passion that is comforting and beautiful.
Mark, Renjun, Jaemin, Jeno, Haechan, and Jisung took over the Philippine concert stage with their first concert tour since the pandemic, the NCT DREAM TOUR ‘THE DREAM SHOW2: IN A DREAM’, performing in over 20 cities around Asia, North America, and Europe. The sold-out Philippine stop at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on April 29 and 30 marked the start of leg four of the concert tour, which saw them return to Asia after a successful North American leg. Due to health issues, Chenle had to skip the stops in Manila and Singapore.
A passionate full audience saw THE DREAM SHOW2: IN A DREAM in Manila which crafted a concert of outstanding performances, astonishing stage design and production, and endearing fan interactions.
Photo courtesy of SM Entertainment
NCT DREAM kicked off the concert with a captivating opening in which the members surfaced sequentially on the main stage and in an aquarium-like enclosure on the extended stage. Over the course of the performances, the boy group made the most of the setting and the entire stage design. The lighting was another feat to behold, adding impacts to an already spectacular start. The excitement increased twofold when “Glitch Mode” played. The concert that has been dreamed of for so long has finally become a reality.
The Philippine concert scene was no stranger to NCT DREAM. Renjun, Jaemin, Jeno, Chenle, and Jisung made their first appearance in Manila in 2019 when they headlined the 2019 K-Pop Friendship Concert in Manila. Before borders closed and live performances and concerts came to a complete halt, the boy group, sans Mark, was the last K-Pop group to give a concert in the country in 2020. When the borders opened and concerts resumed in 2022, Renjun, Jaemin, Jeno, Chenle, and Jisung were among the first K-Pop acts to perform in the country, in a joint concert with Alice, WEi, and SHINee’s Key. In October of the same year, NCT DREAM, without Mark and Haechan, came back for another joint concert with Alice, Xdinary Heroes, Golden Child, and fellow NCT sub-unit, WayV.
Last year, Mark and Haechan performed on the Philippine concert stage with NCT 127. It marked NCT 127’s first solo performance in the nation and their second visit; they had previously visited the nation in 2018 for a collaborative concert.
THE DREAM SHOW2: IN A DREAM in Manila was even more memorable because it was their first concert with Mark in the Philippines. Although there is no denying NCT DREAM’s incredible growth over the past seven years, it is worth noting that the boy group’s first solo concert was held at the New Frontier Theater, which has a capacity of 2,385. Even then, it was a tremendous achievement because all tickets were sold.
NCT DREAM confirmed their standing as one of the leading boy groups of this generation again this year, when they returned with another solo concert. All tickets for the two-day concert were sold out on the first day of sales, and NCT DREAM was greeted by almost 30,000 NCTzens at the MOA Arena on April 29 and 30. Haechan stated at the press conference for THE DREAM SHOW2: IN A DREAM in Manila on April 30 that their return to the Philippine concert stage this time offered a bigger production and afforded them more space to explore and present their creative sides than their 2020 concert.
Every stage during the concert featured greater creativity and production values. After an elaborate and jaw-dropping start with “Glitch Mode,” the boys immediately followed it up with “Countdown (3, 2, 1)” and “Stronger.” Then, they officially welcomed NCTzens to THE DREAM SHOW2: IN A DREAM in Manila with their signature greeting and personalized messages that included the Filipino phrases “magandang gabi” and “mahal ko kayo“โwords they kindly relayed to their fans throughout the concert as they were continually showered with the loudest cheers. And the boy group truly appreciated the warm and enthusiastic welcome they received from the audience. The phrase “mahal ko kayo” stood out in Renjun’s memory among the Filipino terms because he adores his Filipino supporters, he said during the press conference.
Then they performed “Dreaming” and “Dรฉjร Vu” on the subsequent stage. NCT DREAM’s performance of “My First and Last” brought everyone back to The First. And with songs like “Bye My First,” “Love Again,” and “To My First, the romantic feelings still ruled the stage, reminding everyone of the sweetness and bitterness of first love. Mark, Renjun, Jaemin, Jeno, Haechan, and Jisung enlivened the stages with their endearing interactions, entertaining dances, and impromptu remarks, such as Mark and Renjun’s exchange of “Mark, tell me what is love” and “Love is Manila,” and Jisung’s “I love you.”
A heartfelt performance of “Sorry, Heart” by Haechan and Renjun once more brought warmth to the arena. But when Chenle appeared on the screens to sing his parts in the song and form a lovely harmony with Haechan and Renjun, emotions undoubtedly overcame everyone. Throughout the performance, the members gave Chenle heartfelt shoutouts and gave fans assurances that they would make sure to realize 7DREAM’s Manila dream in the future. During the press conference, the members reaffirmed this commitment. Jaemin expressed regret that they were once more lacking a member in their Manila performance, recalling how Mark was absent from their first solo concert and how Chenle was absent from this one. Nevertheless, Nana interpreted this as motivation for the entire groupโall sevenโto head back to the country.
NCT DREAM TOUR ‘THE DREAM SHOW2: IN A DREAM’ is the first concert tour of the NCT sub-unit to include all seven members. Jeno stated during the press conference that they were delighted to travel and tour together. Like Jaemin, he expressed a desire to go back to the country and have another performance in which they will all participate. “However, itโs a pity that for the Manila stop, Chenle is unable to join us. But that gives us another reason to come back to the Philippines with all seven members,” he said.
Mark, Renjun, Jaemin, Jeno, Haechan, and Jisung then returned on stage coming closer to fans through the extended stage in a medley of “Puzzle Piece”, “Chewing Gum”, “ANL”, “Dive Into You”, and “Irreplaceable”.
Photo courtesy of SM Entertainment
The hard-hitting “Saturday Drip” by Mark, Jeno, Jaemin, and Jisung pumped up the crowd next. Quietude was no longer an option when Renjun and Haechan entered the aquarium-like enclosures and joined Mark, Jeno, Jaemin, and Jisung on stage for “Quiet Down”. It became a party with “Better than Gold” which preceded the parade of performances of “Diggity,” “Ridin’,” and “BOOM”. “Trigger the Fever”, the song recorded by the boy group for the 2017 FIFA U-20 World Cup and later added as a bonus track in the We Young EP, got everyone on their feet to jump and dance along. During the press conference, Renjun also cited the song’s upbeat and uplifting energy as a reason to listen. The energy was amazing, constant, and still going strong as “Hot Sauce”.
Loud cheers for Chenle resounded across the arena as people seized the break as an opportunity to express their support for him. NCTzens also used the occasion to wish Jeno, who became one year older on April 23, a happy birthday in the form of the phrases “Birthday na ni Jeno” and “Happy birthday, Jeno.” The crowd agreed to take on the task of building a stunning wave for NCT DREAM, practicing it with eagerness before the boys’ return.
Mark then appeared on stage while beatboxing, readying the audience for the commencement of the encore. The boys had wide grins on their faces while NCTzens enthusiastically sang along to “Beatbox.” And when Renjun’s “์ง๊ธ์ฒ๋ผ ์๋ก์ ์์ ๋ง์ถฐ/ ์ฐ๋ฆฌ๊ฐ ํจ๊ป ๋ง๋ค ์์ / Everywhere I go, bring the beatbox” and Haechan’s “๊ฟ๊ฟ์๋ ์๊ฐ์ด ์ฌ๊ธฐ ์์ด/ We won’t stop for a moment, oh/ Everywhere I go, bring the beatbox” came on, the boys grinned proudly and with approval as the crowd sang along at the top of their voices.
The overwhelming love and support they received from the audience, along with how much fun the concert was, left Mark, Renjun, Jaemin, Jeno, Haechan, and Jisung feeling extremely grateful. “Salamat po,” remarked Renjun. “Sobrang saya namin ngayong gabi.”
They also took notice of the large banner project that read, “7DREAM FOREVER”. (The second day of the concert featured another banner that read “CZENNIES + 7DREAM = BEST FRIEND EVER”). On the first day of the concert, individual banners with the inscriptions “7DREAM is placed in my heart like a bookmark” and “Let’s meet again in the next dream, just like when it was 8:25” were also hoisted by the fans.
The members pledged to go back to Manila and fulfill the dream of 7DREAM. “It’s a shame Chenle wasn’t with us. But I promise you, Chenle will be with us the next time. We will be complete. Stay healthy till the next time we meet. Get home safely. Take some good rest. And this is the most important, don’t skip a meal. Manila, I love you so much,” Jaemin said.
Mark echoed the promises of his members, “Just like what all the other guys said, the next time we come here we will be with Chenle. We will complete the 7DREAM here. The next time we meet maybe we can stay even for a longer time. Thank you so much for today.”
NCTzens sent Jeno yet another song for his birthday. He thanked everyone for remembering his special day with a wide smile. The crowd then demonstrated the wave they had been practicing, getting admiring nods and applause from the boys for being unique in form. Mark thought of the wave as a remarkable concert memory during the press conference. “The wave from the first day left quite an impression. It kinda stayed on my mind for some reason,” he shared.
“Manila, I love you. We had great fun tonight. Did you guys enjoy it? We will come back too, so let us all stay healthy and well.” – Haechan “First of all, I want to say thank you because you did so well until the end. It’s been a while since I was in the Philippines. I am so happy. Kita tayo muli bukas? Thank you, everyone. See you tomorrow!” – Jisung “Manila, did you guys have fun today? First of all, thank you for coming, and thank you for enjoying the show tonight. I got a lot of energy from you guys tonight. Actually, we really want to come back to Manila. It’s a shame Chenle wasn’t with us. But I promise you, Chenle will be with us the next time. We will be complete. Stay healthy till the next time we meet. Get home safely. Take some good rest. And this is the most important, don’t skip a meal. Manila, I love you so much.” – Jaemin “Manila, did you have fun tonight? Thank you so much, Manila. Even if my birthday has passed, thank you for remembering it. When we had a rehearsal, I thought it was cold here. But because of your energy, it became hot! Thank you for enjoying with us and giving us your energy. Like what is written in front, 7DREAM forever. We promise Chenle will be with us next time. Manila, I love you!” – Jeno “Sobrang saya namin ngayong gabi. Salamat po. I am happy to come back to Manila. I really missed you. Thank you for creating beautiful memories with me tonight. I hope that we will always be together. Thank you very much. Let’s be together forever.” – Renjun “What I really like about Manila is that whenever we get to perform here, we get to see you guys very very closely. You guys were enjoying us being here so much. We connect a lot. Did you feel our connection today, Manila? Thank you so much to each and everyone who came tonight. Just like what all the other guys said, the next time we come here we will be with Chenle. We will complete the 7DREAM here. The next time we meet maybe we can stay even for a longer time. Thank you so much for today.” – Mark
NCT DREAM during the first day of THE DREAM SHOW2: In A Dream in Manila
The encore performances concluded with NCT DREAM’s “My Youth” and “Walk You Home.” But the show wasn’t over yet; they later returned for the lively, energizing “Candy” stage. NCT DREAM and NCTzens gave it their all to create a memorable final act that served as a fitting end to a beautiful memory. With a final bow and individual sentiments of thank you, I love you, a cartwheel from Renjun, a reminder from Jaemin not to skip meals, and promises to see each other again as 7DREAM, the members exited the stage one by one.
Photo courtesy of SM Entertainment
The NCT DREAM TOUR ‘THE DREAM SHOW2: IN A DREAM’ showcased the group’s unrelenting growth, driving them to greater heights and the fulfillment of greater aspirations. Seeing Mark, Renjun, Jaemin, Jeno, Haechan, Chenle, and Jisung conquer bigger stages, win deserving accolades, and break record after record gave rise to strong feelings of joy and pride. In seven years, the sub-unit demonstrated an amazing and successful career.
The boy group has received countless accolades, and they have developed a loyal fan base over the years, yet they still maintain their humility. Mark thought the term “success” was quite ambiguous and subject to many different interpretations. He remarked, “I think we can all be successful if we just put our minds to it. We can all be currently successful in a way.” And for NCT DREAM, Mark characterized their achievement in terms of the joy they bring to their supporters. “For NCT DREAM, from the beginning of our debut, we always want to spread happiness to people who listen to our music and see our stages. In that sense, I feel like, in a way, we did succeed and are succeeding. It is our job to continue on that and to spread happiness as much as we can in the future.”
NCT DREAM TOUR ‘THE DREAM SHOW2: IN A DREAM’ also reflected the fervor and affection of NCTzens by flaring up with incredible energy. Mark said, “I know you will be amazing!” and the audience did not disappoint. Thanks to the unwavering passion and energy of the fans, who were always prepared to give it their all, the concert was even more breathtaking and beautiful.
Even though 7DREAM’s dream did not come true that weekend, NCT DREAM and NCTzens both share the desire to fulfill the shared dream. Considering the promises made by Mark, Renjun, Jaemin, Jeno, Haechan, Chenle (who greeted the fans alongside the other members through Instagram Live), and Jisung, it is clear that the dream will become a reality because 7DREAM is forever, and as Mark promised, “We will complete the 7DREAM here.” Let’s meet again in the next dream, just like when it was on April 29 and 30.
Photo courtesy of SM Entertainment
The NCT DREAM TOUR ‘THE DREAM SHOW2: IN A DREAM’ in Manila was presented by PULP Live World and Happee Hour. Special thanks to PULP Live World and Happee Hour for the invitation to the concert and the press conference.
The article contains events that transpired during the first day of the concert and during the press conference.
Heads up, Philippine ATINYs! ATEEZ will finally take the Philippine concert stage with a solo concert in September!
South Korean boy group ATEEZ is heading to the Philippines to bring ATEEZ WORLD TOUR [THE FELLOWSHIP : BREAK THE WALL] on September 16 at the Araneta Coliseum. The upcoming concert will mark the first solo concert of the boy group in the country since their debut in 2018.
Tickets to ATEEZ World Tour THE FELLOWSHIP: BREAK THE WALL in Manila will go on sale on July 1, 2023, at 12 noon, via TicketNet outlets nationwide and online at www.ticketnet.com.ph.
Check out the seat plan and ticket prices below:
VIP Standing with soundcheck – Php 12,500
VIP Standing/Seated – Php 10,500
Lower Box A – Php 8,500
Lower Box B – Php 7,500
Upper Box A – Php 5,000
Upper Box B – Php 3,500
Please note that the above prices are inclusive of TicketNet charges.
Composed of Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung, and Jongho, ATEEZ debuted in 2018 with the mini album, Treasure EP.1: All to Zero, and double title tracks, “Pirate King” and “Treasure”. Less than a year after their debut, the boy group embarked on their first tour, The Expedition Tour, where they performed sold-out shows in the United States and Europe and later extended to Australia.
ATEEZ has received recognition for putting forth excellent performances and musical productions, which they showed through their releases and live stages. The boy band’s rendition of Turbo’s “The Black Cat Nero” on the South Korean television program Immortal Songs: Singing the Legend in 2020 made them the first fourth-generation group and sixth overall idol group to win the competition. The same year saw them bag the Worldwide Fans’ Choice and Discovery of the Year awards at the Mnet Asian Music Awards and be the fifth most tweeted-about musician in the United States in 2020, and the 10th most tweeted-about K-Pop group in the world.
In 2021, they continued to dazzle and garner accolades, winning Artist of the Year at The Fact Music Awards and their first Bonsang at the 30th Seoul Music Awards. The boy band competed in Kingdom: Legendary War as well, where they placed third overall. They also participated in the Immortal Songs once again, winning with their rendition of Psy’s “Right Now” and tying Mamamoo for the most victories by an idol group.
Last year, ATEEZ embarked on another concert tour, The Fellowship: Beginning of the End, gathering 180,000 fans across South Korea, Japan, United States, and Europe. Continuing the momentum, they then followed up Beginning of the End with The Fellowship: Break The Wall. The boy group opened the concert tour with two sold-out shows in Seoul. They then perform in North America, Japan, and Europe, bringing together 250,000 fans.
In April 2023, Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung, and Jongho returned to South Korea for the encore concerts which will also see them take the concert stages in Tokyo and Kobe, Japan.
The Fellowship: Break The Wall will also see ATEEZ perform solo concerts for the first time in Taipei, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore, and Manila.
Love was truly in the air as the cast of Love in the Air spread good vibes in Manila!
The Manila BL Thai fans were given a treat when the sensational quartet cast of Love in the Air finally visited the Philippines! Boss, Noeul, Peat, and Fort who played Payu, Rain, Prapai, and Sky, respectively made a stop in SM North EDSA SkyDome last April 22, 2023, for a night of games, fun, and memories + kilig to the Filipino fans for their Asian tour, presented by Wish Us Luck Entertainment.
The ensemble did not fall short with fan service as the two couples, BossNoeul and FortPeat adoration for each other transcended from the screens and to real life throughout the night, even the in-between moments of song performances and fan interactive games.
With four big personalities on stage, there are also four big things that happened during and before the fan meet, and hereโs how it went down:
Meet With the Press
Ahead of their fan meet, they met with the members of the press to share their love for Filipino fans, excitement, and thoughts about their careers. We asked them four questions that revealed how they prepared for the tour, their thoughts about their fans, each other, and the Love in the Air Series.
Philippine Concerts: You are now embarking on a fan meeting with stops in different Asian cities. How did you prepare for this tour?
Noeul: First, I have to be physically fit and mentally fit to be ready to meet the love of the fans.
Boss: Other than the show itself, each country has a different culture, so I also recognize that I will tailor each show to each country.
Peat: Other than that, I also prepared for the tour by eating! I also want to try different cuisines in each country because this is something I can share with the local fans.
Fort: On top of what everyone said, I also prepared to learn a bit of the language in each country so I can communicate with the fans because it would be nice if we can all understand each other.
PC: What are you most excited about your fan meeting in Manila and what memories do you wish your fans to remember most in this fan meeting?
Fort: I really want the fans to be happy. We heard some fans fly all the way to Thailand to meet us, but now weโre finally here to be close to the fans and to share the joy of being together.
Peat: I want you all to know that this fan meeting is another way to get close together. I want us to enjoy and laugh together.
Noeul: On top of what they all said, I want to see all the laughter. I want to remember this for a long time.
PC: Take us back to the moment all of you first met. What was your initial impression of one another, and did it change as you got to know one another?
Peat: I think itโs like the first time you meet a stranger. There are a lot of things you donโt know about each other, but right now, itโs something Iโm actually happy about because all four of us are very open to each other now. We have removed the barrier we had as strangers from day 1 and we are very close. I am happy that we are all together for this project.
PC: Among the scenes in Love in the Air, which one was the most memorable and why?
Boss: It’s very hard to pick one! The reason for this is that this is the first time I (we) became a leader in a show. So every part of the series is a memorable moment for us. We try our best as well because the producers try their best to make the show possible so we really cannot pick. Itโs tough for the first time and every minute is a good experience for us.
A fun meet with the Love in the Air cast
A fan meeting is always full of interactive games and question-and-answer portions that will reveal more of the artistโs thoughts. The games the foursome prepared not only included these but also involved lucky fans from the crowd in some competitions! Here are the portions that ensued during the event that gave the fans extra zing that will be filed in their memories for a very long time:
Forecast the Weather with BossNoeul
In this segment, BossNoeul sat with the host and they have two slogans with them that represent the symbol of each, Rain symbol for Noeul and Storm symbol for Boss. The game is to put the pickets up when the answer to the questions that will follow corresponds to the person more. Among the questions that are memorable is โWho cries a lotโ, which both of them agree is Boss, Boss claims he cries a lot because heโs a sensitive person. Another is โWho gives the warmest hugsโ which also answers Boss.
And even before the host asks for a โsampleโ for the fans, Boss already extended his arms to welcome Noeul in his arms. The spiciest question is โWho is the better kisser,โ which caused a wave of frenzy among the crowd. The two boys freaked out a little with their fans before answering the question, even causing Noeul to stand from his seat. They teased the crowd by saying, โYou have to watch the show first to know who kisses better!โ but proceed to almost make everyone almost faint anyway when Boss held Noeulโs chin and laughs to tease the crowd. What. A. Tease!
Be a Cloud Expert with FortPeat
This game put FortPeatโs soulmate radar to the test when two boys were given identical boards, with cloud-shaped answers plastered on them. The game is the couple has to guess the answer to each question that talks about the likes, habits, aspirations, and ideas of each. Some memorable moments are when asked, โWhat is Peatโs most embarrassing moment?โ Fort could not answer because he couldnโt read the choices, which caused him to break down a little in Peatโs arms. Another is โWhat is Fortโs most memorable moment?โ in which they both got right with the answer: โBecoming a Love in the Air actor.โ A question about โWhat is Peatโs dream role?โ which the fans already know: Luffy from One Piece if will ever have a live actions series. And โWhat is Fortโs favorite subject in school?โ which the fans coached both of them into answering Science. Like idols, like fans!
Wind in my Eye with the Fans!
How often do you get eye contact with your idol? Chances are slim when fan meetings or concerts ensue, especially when youโre trying to get your idolโs attention with thousands of fans doing the same thing. So how lucky are these fans who got to go on stage and challenge the cast of Love in the Air with a game that tests how long you can look them in the eye? VERY. Fans of the charismatic boys went into full sugar high when four lucky fans came on stage and battled with our very handsome cast to win a prize in the end! The rule is to not blink, not look away and maintain eye contact with the actor the fans were assigned to. (Editorโs Note: I personally wouldnโt be able to handle that.)
Boss and Noeul competed first with two fans, but the gaze of the couple was so strong that the girls lost within 9 seconds! What charisma they hold! Naturally, the FortPeat couple is up to compete next, and noticeably, Peat and the girl he was competing with got closer and closer until Peat got defeated! One point for the fans! As a prize, the girls won exclusive Polaroid pictures with the boys they competed with taken on stage! Note that that picture is only one of a kind in the world! This is a fangirlโs/fanboyโs dream come true!
Guess Whatโs In the Box with the Fans
A popular game that produces funny reactions from celebrities is Guess the Item in the Box and this fan meeting borrowed the game for the night. The fans this time will compete if they can guess what items are inside the box and if they win, they get a Polaroid shot with one of the boys on stage!
Fans showed their skill in the game by winning and snagging the prize by guessing โsteel woolโ as the item and the boys cutely played with the item after, even putting them on their heads as a hat. This already shows that the Thai actors are comfortable with their crowd, by showing off their goofy side. Why wouldnโt they be comfortable when Filipinos are always dubbed as the best audience in the world, no matter how big or small the event is? This is proven right when the fourth big thing that happened during the fan meeting was orchestrated by the fans themselves.
Tune in the Air with Love in the Air cast
The third big thing of the night is the musical segments. Not only are the foursome good in acting but theyโre very accomplished in the musical aspect too! They opened the fan meet with a song called โLove in the Airโ, an OST for their Love in the Air series, a soft ballad that stressed each of the boysโ soft voices. You can tell that the fans really prepared for the fan meeting when the whole SkyDome started singing along with the boys.
Of course, the whole series wouldnโt be complete if each couple didnโt have a song. Boss and Noeul, who were first highlighted in the series as a couple, sang a more upbeat OST, โMy Strongest Love.โ This performance was before the question-and-answer game ensued, which gave us a taste of what the couple prepared for the Filipino fans as they teased the crowd with small interactions. Wearing matching oversized black get-ups, they got closer and closer, driving the fans a little crazier with the smaller distance from each other.
Of course, the adorable FortPeat have their own song, and they sang it together in matching jean fashion. They sang โNever Sayโ, another OST from the series, which is a sway-inducing song that fits the boysโ sweet voices. FortPeat had all the unsubtle looks at each other, the bumping of shoulders, and the putting-the-arm around moments were seen on stage and set a different frenzy to the crowd.
From here on, you can already see the distinction between BossNoeul and the FortPeat couples. While the first couple thrived with teasing the fans, the second couple wasnโt even hesitating with the skin ship, as they are the obvious playful painted couple, whereas BossNoeulโ is more serious, chill, and subtle. As different as the couples are from each other, all four of them know exactly which buttons to press to push the fans on the edge. That marks what a good entertainer is, and itโs clear that the four actors are great ones.
All four of them covered a song called โเนเธซเธกเนเธญเนเธกเนเนเธเนเธกเธญเธ (Your Sights)โ, a song that was originally a soundtrack from another BL Thai series called โ7 Years of Love” from the same entertainment that produced LITA. This portion highlighted BossNoeulโs love team and FortPeat was even the culprit of some moments that shook the event when they pushed Boss and Noeul closer to each other while the song ensued. (Editorโs note: Iโm convinced my jaw dropped when they got too close to each otherโs faces and smiled at each other. In front of my salad?! I canโt.)
The puppy-like and energetic couple FortPeat were also spotlighted with their own cover of a song, again from the โ7 Years of Loveโ, โเนเธเธญเธเธทเธญเนเธฅเธเธเธฑเนเธเนเธ (My world)โ. The couple was smiling cutely all the way, even holding hands on the stage as they performed the song, each moment being another cause of a screaming wave, which the fans seem to canโt get enough of.
And as true as Bossโ words during the press conference, they prepared a lot for the Filipino fans by bringing a little of our culture to their stage! Clad in Barong Tagalog, they sang a classic Filipino song, โCloser You and I,โ by our very own Gino Padilla while throwing out souvenirs to the fans! What a great way to end the evening! Iโm sure a lot of Filipino fans will appreciate the effort the boys have put through to be closer to their fans here!
Fans with a chance of love and affection
After taking a small break from all the musical performances and the games that happened throughout the night, the four boys returned to the stage and looked even more dashing when they wore Barong Tagalog in pure white. Donโt we love men in white? This portion was jam-packed with love fans are trying to give their idols with actions speaking louder than words.
First, they showed a surprise video of the journey of the four handsome men with LITA scenes after the boys took a crowd picture. There was also fan banner support that the lovely fans wholeheartedly raised while a fan project cake was served to the boys on stage. Fun fact, Fort shared these cakes in his Instagram stories!
There was also a big cloth banner with four chibi pictures of the boys in the middle, surrounded by handwritten messages from the fans, where you can see that the boys were previewing and reading the messages on stage. They also prepared a birthday cake for Noeul, and even though he will celebrate it on May 19, they still gave him a Filipino-styled birthday song greeting. There was even a food support present that was collaborated by multiple fan bases, food baskets and gift bags, and personalized light sticks. The dedication was evident, the passion overflowing and love is indeed in the air with all of this support obviously well-thought and executed perfectly. Congratulations to the fan bases who made it all possible! It was very clear that the boys were overwhelmed and thankful for all the effort you provided!
The night ended with perk ticket holders spending more time with the boys with a hi-bye session, a photo with the actors, from group to solo that corresponds according to the ticket holderโs tiers, and a special poster signing for the Rain ticket tier holders.
There is no truer phrase other than love is in the air when the four handsome Thai actors reciprocated the love to their fans with effort and ample studying to get to know the Filipino fans better with all the gimmicks they pulled to relate to them better. And as always, Filipino fans do not fall short in giving it all out to show that they are the best fans in the world, with enthusiastic cheers and fan projects that show that there is no greater force in the universe than love that breaks the language barriers. Nothing stopped the love of the Filipino BL Thai fans that night and we are sure that even though the boys gave their all to make the fans happy, the fans will always be hungry and enthusiastic for more.
The Seasons of Love: Love in the Air Fan Meeting in Manila 2023 was presented by MeMindY and Wish Us Luck. Special thanks to Wish Us Luck for the invitation to the event.
Photos and words by Arielle Elep; Press conference video by Randall Viloria
A one-night-only concert experience with Baekhyun, Jeon Somi, and B.I is set to unfold this June in OVERPASS 2023!
CS Concerts and OctoArts Entertainmentโs OVERPASS: K-Pop Music Concert will bring together EXO’s Baekhyun, Jeon Somi, and B.I at the Araneta Coliseum on June 11, 2023.
OVERPASS is a platform that brings together R&B, soul, and hip-hop artists of Asian descent from different sides of the globe. The concert is an entry to a global music gathering that celebrates Asian excellence in music. The OVERPASS 2023 will highlight Korean pop music and will feature top K-Pop acts EXO’s Baekhyun, Jeon Somi, and B.I..
Baekhyun will make his first appearance on a Philippine concert stage as a solo artist and the first in four years since the EXO PLANET #5 – EXplOration concert in 2019 during the event. Additionally, the concert will see B.I. make his second visit to the country this year after his solo concert in January. Meanwhile, It will also be Jeon Somi’s first performance in the country since she made her solo debut.
Tickets to the concert are available via TicketNet outlets nationwide and online at www.ticketnet.com.ph. Check out the seat plan and updated fan benefits below:
SVIP Left/Right (Standing) โ Php 12,273
SVIP Seated โ Php 12,273
VIP Seated โ Php 10,672
Lower Box A โ Php 9,072
Lower Box B โ Php 6,937
Upper Box โ Php 4,803
General Admission โ Php 2,668
The prices indicated above are already inclusive of ticketing charges.
OVERPASS: K-Pop Music Concertย is presented by CS Concerts and OctoArts Entertainment.
Filo MOAs, are you ready to create history with TXT this 2023?
South Korean boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) will write history as they become the first fourth-generation K-Pop group and the fastest K-Pop act to hold a solo concert at the world’s largest indoor arena, the Philippine Arena through their world tour, ACT: SWEET MIRAGE.
Presented by Live Nation Philippines, TOMORROW X TOGETHER WORLD TOUR ACT: SWEET MIRAGE IN BULACAN is happening on August 13, Sunday, at 7 p.m.
Tickets to the concert will go on sale on the following dates:
MOA Member Presale: June 1, from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Registration for MOA Member Presale on Weverse is from May 15, 10 a.m. to May 19, 12 p.m.
LNPH Presale: June 2, from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Public On Sale: June 3, starting 12 noon, via SM Tickets outlets and online at www.smtickets.com.
Check out the seat plan and ticket prices for ACT: SWEET MIRAGE at the Philippine Arena below:
VIP Soundcheck – Php 17,750
Early Entry
Access to soundcheck
Floor standing ticket
Laminate and lanyard
Dedicated lane for merch booth
Floor standing – Php 13,750
LBA Premium – Php 12,000
LBA Regular – Php 11,150
LBB Premium – Php 10,500
LBB Regular – Php 9,500
UBA – Php 7,500
Lower UBB – Php 5,750
Upper UBB – Php 3,750
Please note that the indicated prices above are inclusive of SM Ticketing charges.
ACT: SWEET MIRAGE is TXT’s second world tour which kicked off with a two-day concert in Seoul in March 2023. The concert tour will see Yeonjun, Soobin, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and HueningKai perform more than 20 concerts in Asia and the United States. With the forthcoming ACT: SWEET MIRAGE concert in the country, they will be the second K-Pop boy group after SEVENTEEN and the eighth music artist following Katy Perry, Guns N’ Roses, U2, SEVENTEEN, Harry Styles, BLACKPINK, and Bruno Mars to hold a solo concert at the Philippine Arena.
Last year, the boy group successfully concluded their highly-awaited first world tour, ACT: LOVESICK, with 19 shows in 13 cities with a final show in the Philippines in October last year.
Since their debut, TXT has been unstoppable in their ascension to the top, becoming one of the most successful K-Pop groups of their generation. Aside from embarking on a bigger tour this year, Yeonjun, Soobin, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and HueningKai made history as the first K-Pop group to headline Lollapalooza.
Earlier this year, the boy group came out with their fifth Korean-language extended play, The Name Chapter: Temptation. The five-track album, led by “Sugar Rush Ride”, debuted at the top of the US Billboard 200 chart and took the number one spot on the Circle Album chart for January 2023.
TXT reached the two million album sales milestone with the EP in less than six days, making them the second-fastest artist in Hanteo history to accomplish so. Having made their debut in March 2019, they are also the first artist to achieve the feat after less than four years in the music industry. They are also the first group to simultaneously chart every song from a single mini album in the top 10 of Melon’s Top 100, where “Sugar Rush Ride” achieved an amazing peak position of number two.
TOMORROW X TOGETHER WORLD TOUR ACT: SWEET MIRAGE IN BULACAN is presented by Live Nation Philippines.
The Kings of P-Pop, SB19, are back, opening a new era with new music and a planned world tour this 2023!
SB19 gets in the zone for a new music era soon! The P-Pop kings are gearing up to release their upcoming new EP, PAGTATAG! on June 9, 2023, and its carrier single on May 2023.
The announcement comes with a trailer mirroring the process of a plant in cultivation, starting on growing to be a strong tree. The trailer revolves around the story of the Ikalawang Yugto trilogy, which alludes to the concept of their previously released EP, Pagsibol, and two more forthcoming releases, including this yearโs highly anticipated PAGTATAG!. The six-track EP is poised to be their most sonically adventurous release yet, exploring new genres and music styles that will surely excite fans.
Xi-Anne Avanceรฑa, and SB19โs Pablo and Justin serve as creative directors of the cinematic trailer, which is set in a post-apocalyptic world where all resources are scarce, leaving all humans hopeless as they try to save the last plant that will save the world.
SB19 explains in a statement, โThe trailer proceeds as everyone conducts different experiments to try and salvage their last hope. In the end, the only answer to the plantโs propagation is their own blood.โ
Aside from getting their acting bag done with flying colors, SB19 also worked with acclaimed actor Pepe Herrera on the trailer for PAGTATAG!. The WYAT chart-toppers are all praised for their collaboration with the versatile film/theater actor.
โPepe Herrera is one of the actors we truly admire,โ shares the award-winning Filipino boyband. โThough we could not spend much time with him, he was very professional. But thereโs something about him that, even when heโs serious, heโs still given a funny vibe. It was very easy working with him. It was just a fun experience.โ
Immediately after the trailer was released online, #SB19PAGTATAG trended at No. 1 WORLDWIDE on Twitter, while other tags such as The Kings and PPOP KINGS occupied Twitterโs trending list in various countries outside the Philippines.
Apart from the trailer, SB19 also announced the schedule for their upcoming world tour, which will kick off at the Araneta Coliseum on June 24-25, 2023, and will have its stops in multiple cities across the Philippines, United States, Canada, and more.
Tour dates:
June 24-25, 2023 – Manila
July 21, 2023 – Chicago, IL
July 22, 2023 – Dallas, TX
July 28, 2023 – SFO
July 29, 2023 – LA
Aug 5, 2023 – NYC
Aug 6, 2023 – Washington DC
Aug 11, 2023 – Toronto
Aug 13, 2023 – Winnipeg
Aug 18, 2023 – Vancouver
Aug 19, 2023 โ Edmonton
More dates, countries, and cities will be announced soon.
HAMILTON Musical in Manila from September 17 to November 26, 2023 at The Theater at Solaire, Paranaque City by GMG Productions.
HAMILTON in Manila Tickets from P2,645 to P8,993. Tickets now available at ticketworld.com.ph
About HAMILTON
HAMILTON premiered on Broadway in August 2015 to wide critical and audience acclaim. The show has won Tonyยฎ , Grammyยฎ , and Olivier Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre โ a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.
With book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, HAMILTON is based on Ron Chernowโs acclaimed biography.
Theย HAMILTONย creative team previously collaborated on the 2008 Tony Award-winning Best Musical In the Heights. Scenic design is by David Korins, costume design by Paul Tazewell, lighting design by Howell Binkley, sound design by Nevin Steinberg, hair and wig design by Charles G. LaPointe.
If you werenโt in Clark Global City, Pampanga on April 16 and 17, you might have missed out on one of the most fun you would ever get to have this summer. Presented by EP!C Events, the Clark Aurora Music Fest featured some of the hottest Filipino acts and bands including December Avenue, Ben & Ben, Kamikazee, Parokya ni Edgar and Ely Buendia. The two-day music festival drew in an estimated total of 120,000 people who jumped and partied tirelessly. On center stage, bands played one by one, the stage with full-on spotlights, smoke machines, a disco ball and a giant LED screen.ย On the side was a scenic view of hot air balloons floating amidst the sunset until the night sky. Nothing quite like it, to be honest.ย
The first day of the festival had a more chill, youthful vibe, featuring buzzing acts who are popular with the Gen-Z. Soft, acoustic ballads laden with bittersweet falsettos were the eveningโs soundtrack. Amazingly, the fifty-thousand-strong crowd was heartily singing along to each artist.
First up was the eighteen-year old Cebu-based musician mrld, also known as Meriel De Jesus, whose presence immediately excited the crowd. She performed โLigayaโ, โIkaw Pa Rinโ and โAn Art Gallery Could Never Be As Unique As Youโ.
Lola Amour turned the tables with their refreshing mix of pop, rock and funk. The band, armed with their brass instruments and witty lyrical quips, performed โPwede Baโ, โdahan-dahanโ and โFallenโ.
Next on the spotlight was another talented singer/songwriter Adie who mesmerized the crowd with songs like โDungawโ, โParalumanโ and โTahananโ. He was joined by Janine Berdin for their collab track โMahikaโ.
When it was Arthur Neryโs turn on stage, he received a lot of screams. Hailing from Cagayan de Oro, the suave singer stood out with his smooth falsettos.ย โHigaโ, โIsa Langโ and โPagsamoโ were some of the songs he performed that evening.
As the night grew deeper, band December Avenue opened their set with a question, โAnong level of pain ang gusto niyo?โ While that initially seemed to be a joke, we soon discovered that it really wasnโt. The alternative rock band that has been in the industry since 2007ย is known for their heartrendingly sad songs of cinematic proportions. When they performed that night, they captivated a whole sea of people to sing along with (extreme) feelings to songs likeย โBulongโ โKung Di Rin Lang Ikawโ and โHuling Sandaliโ.
Folk pop band Ben & Ben was up for the finale and as always, they made it worth everyoneโs time. Fireworks decorated the midnight sky while โLangyang Pag-ibigโ burst into the airwaves. All nine members were visibly ecstatic to play for the crowd, thanking them for staying until the late hours just to see them play. The band also played an unreleased song โCometsโ which reflects the musings of a lost love.
The second day of Clark Aurora Music Fest was when they brought out the electric guitars and large amps. The acts for the evening were the mainstays of many millennialsโ playlist when they were younger.
In the afternoon, the show opened with pop-punk/emo bands Lunar Lights and Written in the Stars.
By evening, Silent Sanctuary, armed with their string instruments,took the stage. In an instant, the crowd became a huge karaoke wave. The band played a handful of songs from their 2007 album Fuchsiang Pag-ibig which launched them to mainstream popularity with songs like โ14โ, โKundimanโ โReboundโ and โIkaw Lamangโ. In the middle of their set, frontman Sarkie Sarangay announced that he was looking for a certain person. Apparently, this person contacted them beforehand to ask permission to propose to his girlfriend. The couple got engaged in the middle of the crowd, with spotlights upon them.
Spongecola had a lot of surprises under their sleeves. While anyone would expect them to just play music, Yael Yuzon did a lot more than that โ he was all about making a connection with the audience. He pulled in a crowd of fifty to sixty thousands with his theatrics. Seeing him introduce a song felt like watching a musical with a strong narrative. The crowd was more than willing to humor him as they jumped around and sang excitedly to the classic Spongecola songs likeย โTuliroโ โBitiwโ โTambayโ and the ever favorite โJeepneyโ.
Leave it to Kamikazee to be the wildcard in any concert. Jay Contreras was a radiant ball of energy onstage as he jumped high in the air, did headstands, threw his clothes (jacket and shoes) to the crowd, stripper-danced and climbed up the side railings. (Yes, all those things happened during their set.) The audience sang along to โUnang Tikimโ, โMartyr Nyeberaโ, โHuling Sayawโ and โNardaโ. As a bonus, they gave in to the crowdโs encore request with โDoo Bidooโ.
Mayonnaise also made their mark during their set as they revved up the crowd with their hard-hitting songs like โBakit Part 2โ, โTayo na Lang Dalawaโ and the resurging smash hit โJopayโ. The band has been celebrating their 20th anniversary by going on tours across the Philippines. Theyโre currently in Canada.ย
The much-awaited OPM titans Parokya ni Edgar was a joy to watch. For their introduction, Chito Miranda said in his mild-mannered tone, โdahil late na, ito na po ang last song naminโ. Thankfully, it was a joke. The band played an engaging set including some of their most popular hits like โBuloyโ, โPara Saโyoโ, โHaranaโ and โYour Songโ. One highlight of the evening was when Chito also called two people from the audience to perform โBagkasanโ with him. The two fans nailed Gloc 9โs and Francis Mโs parts, much to everyoneโs surprise. The band also took time to thank everyone who supported their guitarist Gab Chee Kee who was hospitalized recently due to complications caused by lymphoma. For their closing, Kamikazee joined them onstage to perform โHalagaโ.
The last act for the festival was Ely Buendia. The Eraserheads frontman performed a number of the bandโs best hits including โSpoliariumโ, โPare Koโ, โOverdriveโ and โMagasinโ which unequivocally got everyone singing. He also revealed that the Heads have been practicing for their upcoming US tour. For the grand finale, he played โAng Huling El Bimboโ as fireworks bloomed in the background.
Clark Aurora Music Fest was a great weekend experience. Seeing some of the rising OPM stars as well as the great OPM legends was worth the time and the trip. Hoping next year will be even grander!
Vilmark Viray, who’s one of the finalists during the fourth season of The Clash, recently released his second song titled ‘Lisan‘. The heartfelt ballad track is dedicated to the memory of his father who passed away in December 2022.
In conjunction with the release of this brand-new song, Vilmark just held a Zoom media conference on April 27th, 2023. During the press conference, Vilmark elaborated on the meaning behind the song by discussing the circumstances surrounding its creation. According to him, he wrote the song from start to finish in a single day, just following the passing of his father.
“Natapos ko ang kanta in less than an hour. Imagine the emotions I put on this song and sana magustuhan nyo ang kanta. The message of the song is about grief and loss. It’s also a song of hope na whatever happens in our lives maraming challenges and difficulties, maraming reasons to move forward at kakayanin naten.”
During the media conference, he told the press who were there the story of how he had lost his father and the emotional pain he had experienced as a result of losing a loved one. Regarding the creative process of writing and composing ‘Lisan’, he says that “I believe pag nasa peak tayo ng emotions, nakakapag come up tayo ng magagandang songs. I wrote ‘Lisan‘ during the first night ng burol ni papa. For this new single, parang tinulungan ako ni papa na ibigay yung mga right lyrics and right notes.
Vilmark expresses his gratitude and awe for being given another opportunity to perform his music on a massive scale with the support of GMA Music. “I’m just really blessed with the support and assistance that binibigay sa akin ng buong GMA Music family, I really wanted to release this song kasi I dedicate this to my father and I believe ito โyung perfect timing sa career ko to do something for him.โ
Vilmark is confident that his father will be proud of him for following his dreams and pursuing his goals. Aside from being an electrical engineer, singing has always been his true passion. Vilmark has high hopes that everybody who has the opportunity to listen to his music will be able to empathize with him and understand what he is going through. When he was competing in The Clash, his mother and father never missed an opportunity to cheer him on and show their support. It is only right that he should dedicate this song to one of the most significant persons in his life.
‘Lisan‘ can now be streamed and downloaded on all music streaming services and download sites.
MANILA, PHILIPPINES โ Grammy-nominated rapper and global fashion icon Saweetie, who proudly embraces her Filipino-Chinese and African-American heritage, is set to bring her unique blend of music and style to the prestigious international sports event, headlining the FIBA World Cup Draw at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Saturday, April 29, 2023. This performance will be a homecoming of sorts for Saweetie, as she connects with her mother’s Filipino roots and celebrates her diverse background in the Philippines. Known for chart-topping hits like “My Type” and “BestFriend” and her captivating live shows, Saweetie’s performance promises to create an unforgettable experience for basketball fans worldwide.
Saweetie’s involvement in the FIBA World Cup Draw highlights her unparalleled talent and connection to the world of basketball. As a leading force in the music industry and a trendsetter in both music and fashion, she is the perfect choice to headline this prestigious event. Her magnetic stage presence and energetic performances will undoubtedly captivate audiences and contribute to the excitement of the FIBA World Cup.
Born Diamontรฉ Quiava Valentin Harper, Saweetie is an acclaimed rapper, singer, and songwriter known for her chart-topping hits and magnetic stage presence. Since her breakthrough in 2017, she has released numerous successful singles and albums, garnering a loyal fanbase and solidifying her status as a leading force in the music industry.
The FIBA (International Basketball Federation) World Cup is a global basketball competition held every four years, featuring teams from around the world competing for the title of world champion. It serves as a platform for countries to showcase their basketball talent and promote the sport globally. The FIBA World Cup is a celebration of basketball excellence and unites fans from diverse backgrounds in their shared passion for the game. Catch the FIBA World Cup Draw and Saweetieโs fiery performance LIVE on OneSports and OneSports+ via Cignal, SatLite, and Cignal Play.
Award-winning alternative rock band Vertical Horizon is set to return to Manila for a concert after more than eight years.
The highly anticipated show was announced by Philippine-based show promoter, DMC Philippines on their official social media page early this morning.
The Manila leg of the Vertical Horizon 2023 Tour will take place on July 18, 2023, at the SM North Edsa Skydome.
Ticket prices are available at SM Tickets and Ticketmax for PHP 5,500 (VIP, assigned seating), and PHP 3,500 (General Admission, free seating). The first 50 early bird ticket buyers are eligible to have free meet and greet before the show starts.
The band has yet to announce any additional tour dates in Asia so far.
Known for their critically acclaimed album, Everything You Want, which was certified double platinum in the US and gold in Canada, Vertical Horizon has pushed the envelope of late โ90s alternative rock with their incredibly catchy melodies and introspective songwriting. The chart-topping quartet has produced some of the biggest hits of the late โ90s and early 2000s, including the Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 hit, โEverything You Want,โ โYouโre A God,โ โBest I Ever Had,โ and โSend It Up.โ
The Manila leg of the Vertical Horizon 2023 Tour is presented by DMC Philippines.
Miss Universe Philippines is about to become infinitely more exciting!
Exciting news has emerged as preparations for this year’s Miss Universe Philippines pageant have begun. Nam Woo Hyun will perform on May 13, 2023, at the pageant’s coronation night at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, according to the organizers.
Nam Woo Hyun is the first K-Pop performer to do so on the stage of Miss Universe Philippines. With years of singing and dancing experience under his belt, the singer is the perfect choice to help bring the pageant to even greater heights.
Moreover, the upcoming event will serve as a reunion between him and Inspirits after many years since his last visit to the country. Additionally, it will also mark the first time that he will take the Philippine concert stage as a solo artist.
Tickets for the pageant are still available via SM Tickets outlets nationwide and https://smtickets.com. Fans can choose from three different ticket tiers that come with fan benefits exclusive to โINSPIRITโ tiers. These benefits include group photo op, souvenir card, poster, and/or Cavaso merch.
Moreover, there will also be an โINSPIRITโ block seating so fans of Nam Woo Hyun can sit together during the event.
For more information, visit Miss Universe Philippinesโ official social media accounts.
The King of Hearts: Get to Know Nam Woo Hyun!
Nam Woo Hyun made his debut as the main vocalist of the K-Pop boy group INFINITE in 2010. Known for their highly synchronized dancing and choreography and live vocals, the boy group became one of the most influential and well-known Korean acts of their generation.
In addition to his activities with INFINITE, Nam Woo Hyun embarked on solo activities, beginning his musical theater career in 2012 and making his acting debut in the same year with The Thousandth Man. He then took on his first lead role in Hi! School: Love On in 2014.
In 2016, Nam Woo Hyun officially debuted as a solo artist with the release of his extended play, Write… He actively participated in the creation of the EP, writing and composing half of the tracks in the album. The EP went on to place number one on Hanteo’s Weekly Albums Chart upon its release. As a solo artist, he came out with four EPs, including With which served as his first album after completing his mandatory military service.
Additionally, he teamed up with SHINee’s Key to form the duo ToHeart in 2014. The duo released their first mini album with the lead single, “Delicious”. They also performed “Tell Me Why” as a follow-up promotion upon the request of their fans.
Nam Woo Hyun Live at 2023 Miss Universe Philippines Coronation Night is presented by Miss Universe Philippines presented by Empire.PH and Smilee Apparel.
Lee Seung Gi is making his way back to the Philippines!
Multihyphenate star Lee Seung Gi is set to return to Manila to bring his Asia concert tour to his Philippine Airens. The 2023 LEE SEUNG GI ASIA TOUR Concert in Manila: โThe Dreamerโs Dream – Chapter 2โ will take place on May 27, 2023, at 5 p.m. at the New Frontier Theater.
With the acclaimed actorโs last official visit being in 2019 for a sold-out show in the same venue, the upcoming concert will serve as his first show in the country after four years.
Ticket pre-selling took place on April 21, 2023, from 12 noon to 2 p.m., exclusively via https://www.cdmentertainment.ph. Meanwhile, official ticket selling started on April 23, 2023, at 2 p.m., via TicketNet outlets nationwide or online via https://www.ticketnet.com.ph.
Check out the seat plan, ticket prices, and fan benefits below:
MVP – Php 10,500
VIP – Php 8,500
Patron – Php 6,500
Loge – Php 5,500
Balcony – Php 4,000
All attendees will get to participate in the goodbye session and bring home an event poster. Please note that the prices indicated above are exclusive of ticketing charges.
Update: CDM Entertainment has added soundcheck access for all MVP ticket holders and select VIP, Patron, Loge, and Balcony ticket holders to be chosen via a raffle. All MVP and VIP ticket holders are also entitled to the Gift Perk where Lee Seung Gi will personally hand them gifts.
A Jack of All Trades: Meet South Korea’s Ace
One of the OG oppa that spread kilig vibes in the Philippines, Lee Seung Gi first made the country fall in love with him for his sweet smile and acting prowess in Brilliant Legacy and My Girlfriend is a Gumiho. Since then, he has had a long list of successful dramas like Vagabond and Hwayugi.
Aside from acting, the Korean star also received the title, “Ballad Prince”, for his singing and musical accolades that include the Best Ballad Award at the 2021 Golden Disc Awards. Having proven his musical prowess throughout his two-decade career, he will undoubtedly deliver the most memorable concert experience yet.
A hall of fame in South Korean entertainment, Lee Seung Gi is the epitome of an โace,โ excelling in the fields of acting, singing, and hosting. In addition to his music awards, he earned multiple grand prize awards for his work in dramas, films, variety shows, and music.
This year, the singer-actor will embark on an Asian tour with stops in Japan, Taiwan, and the Philippines.
The 2023 LEE SEUNG GI ASIA TOUR Concert in Manila: โThe Dreamerโs Dream – Chapter 2โ is presented by HumanMade, TG Entertainment, Faith & D Entertainment, and CDM Entertainment.
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