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  • Jimmy Eat World To Stage First Manila Show In March

    Jimmy Eat World To Stage First Manila Show In March

    Yet another special show is coming your way from PULP Live World and Skesh Entertainment as JIMMY EAT WORLD are finally making their way to the Philippines, ending the wait that Filipino fans of the band have long endured. JIMMY EAT WORLD LIVE IN MANILA — SURVIVING: THE ASIA TOUR 2020 is happening on March 12, 2020 at the New Frontier Theater, marking the iconic emo/alternative rockers’ very first show in the country.

    Ten albums into their continuing journey as a band, Jimmy Eat World have proven themselves to be a band that’s timeless. Surviving, their 10th and latest album, came out in 2019—that’s over 25 years since Jimmy Eat World became a band. Yet right now, it hasn’t felt like they would simply ride on waves of nostalgia; instead, one might say that every album they’ve put out since Bleed American has been representative of a certain point in time or era in the band’s journey, as well as in the life of a fan that has hurtled through adulthood and gone through the motions both on a personal level and in terms of seeing what happens in the world around us. Jimmy Eat World are the same band with the same energy, but with an evolving approach to songwriting and perhaps a progressing take on life as a whole. Succinct and strong, Surviving is all the proof we need that, about two and a half decades on, Jimmy Eat World are here to stay.

    JIMMY EAT WORLD LIVE IN MANILA — SURVIVING: THE ASIA TOUR 2020, happening on March 12, 2020 at the New Frontier Theater, is presented by PULP Live World and Skesh Entertainment. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. and we rock and roll by 8:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale on December 30, 2019, 10:00 a,m. at all TicketNet outlets and online via www.ticketnet.com.ph. Tickets are priced as follows: VIP A – Php 4,500, VIP B – Php 4,000, Loge – Php 3,000, and Balcony – Php 2,500. Ticketing charges apply.

    For more show information, visit www.pulp.ph and keep your eyes glued to our PULP Live World social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. #JIMMYEATWORLDASIA2020 #JIMMYEATWORLDinManila

  • Yungblud To Make His Debut On Philippine Concert Stage In March

    Yungblud To Make His Debut On Philippine Concert Stage In March

    Heading to Manila for the very first time is London-based multi-instrumentalist YUNGBLUD, who has set out to include the Philippines in his upcoming Asian tour. Presented by PULP Live World and Skesh Entertainment, YUNGBLUD LIVE IN MANILA: TWISTED TALES OF THE RITALIN CLUB TOUR happens on March 20, 2020 at the SM City North EDSA Skydome.

    The young trailblazer, otherwise known as Dominic Harrison, is one of his generation’s most promising and highly anticipated artists. Exploding into the scene in 2018 with his scathing debut album 21st Century Liability, the 22-year-old English singer/songwriter/musician has effortlessly established himself both within and across the pond. With a volatile, rebel-minded, hiphop-infused rock-and-roll style that a steadily growing fanbase deeply resonates with, YUNGBLUD has spawned an unstoppable movement—one spurred by genuine solidarity that has served as a touchstone for his new EP, the underrated youth.

    “My fans are constantly telling me about the incredible things they’ve gone through, like coming out to their parents or transitioning to another gender. With every day, every gig, every DM, it’s become less and less about me and more about this whole collective of people coming together to fight for what we believe in,” says YUNGBLUD as he opens up about his fanbase, adding that the new EP is about the different people he’s met and the stories he’s heard over the past couple of years.

    “In a world that’s consumed with unjustified hate and just expects us to fall in line, they’ve proven to me that my generation has the passion and intelligence to push for real unity and equality. I feel so hopeful now because of the people I get to meet and talk to every day,” reflects YUNGBLUD who, despite everything going on in the world, faces the road ahead with optimism. “I know that the future’s bright, because we’re the ones creating it.”

    Not one to shy away from sticking a middle finger up to senseless oppression, the tongue-in-cheek, genre-bending icon has been encouraging people to be themselves distinctively—to be proud of themselves unapologetically. With commanding live energy and caustic social commentary, YUNGBLUD has proven himself to be quite the performer, breaking any barriers existing between him and his audience. And now he’s setting out to bring us into a movement bound by unity and inspired by hope.

    YUNGBLUD LIVE IN MANILA: TWISTED TALES OF THE RITALIN CLUB TOUR, happening on March 20, 2020 at the SM City North EDSA Skydome, is presented by PULP Live World and Skesh Entertainment. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. and the show starts at 8:00 p.m.

    Tickets are now on sale on all SM Tickets outlets nationwide and online via www.smtickets.com. Tickets are priced as follows: Php 3,500 (Pre-sale – December 14-31, 2019), Php 4,000 (Early Bird – January 1-February 29, 2020), and Php 4,500 (March 1-20, 2020). Ticketing charges apply.

    For more show information, visit www.pulp.ph and keep your eyes glued to our PULP Live World social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. #YUNGBLUDinManila2020

  • Running Man Cast To Finally Meet PH Runners In February

    Running Man Cast To Finally Meet PH Runners In February

    Celebrate a decade of laughter with the cast of South Korean variety show Running Man in February as PULP Live World and Happee Hour bring the members of the well-loved program to the Philippine shore for a fun-filled event!

    Ji Suk Jin, Yoo Jae Suk, Kim Jong Kook, Haha, Song Ji Hyo, Lee Kwang Soo, Jeon So Min, and Yang Se Chan will finally head over the country and take over the Philippine concert stage in RUNNING MAN: A DECADE OF LAUGHTER LIVE IN MANILA, happening on February 9, 2020 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

    The event will mark the first time the cast of Running Man will meet their beloved Runners in the Philippines since the show’s birth in 2010. It will also be the first stop of Running Man in 2020.

    Fans are definitely excited as they made #RUNNINGMANinMANILA trend on the top spot of Philippines’ Twitter trends for hours following the announcement.

    Tickets to RUNNING MAN: A DECADE OF LAUGHTER LIVE IN MANILA will go on sale starting January 19 at 12 noon through SM Tickets outlets and online via smtickets.com. Fans can choose from different ticket tiers from VIP to Generic Admission.

    Check out the ticket prices (exclusive of ticketing charges) and seat plan below:

    • VIP Standing and Seated – Php 10,500
    • Lower Box A – Php 8,500
    • Lower Box B – Php 6,500
    • Upper Box A – Php 5,500
    • Upper Box B – Php 4,500
    • Upper Box C – Php 3,500
    • General Admission – Php 2,500
    • Generic Admission – Php 2,000

    Celebrating its tenth year anniversary this 2020, Running Man aired its first episode on July 11, 2o10 as part of SBS’s Good Sunday lineup with veteran comedians and hosts Ji Suk Jin and Yoo Jae Suk, singers Kim Jong Kook, Gary, and Haha, and actors Song Joong Ki and Lee Kwang Soo as its original members.

    After appearing as guest in the second to fifth episodes of the show, Song Ji Hyo became part of the program as a fixed member. After School’s Lizzy also became a member of the show from episode 18 to episode 26. After almost a year in the show, Song Joong Ki left the program to focus on his acting in April 2011, marking episode 41 as his final appearance as a fixed member. Still, the actor maintained a close relationship with the cast and crew, even making appearances as guest and visiting the set following his military discharge. In October 2016, Gary also announced his departure from the program to focus on his music.

    Jeon So Min and Yang Se Chan joined Running Man as permanent members in April 2017.

    Running Man has enjoyed massive popularity, not only in South Korea, but all over the world thanks to the amazing chemistry of its members, enjoyable and innovative missions, and its loyal following. The popularity of the show has led to the release of merchandise, adaptation into an animated show, comic book, animated movie, and musical. It also gave birth to a Chinese spin-off titled Keep Running.

    In addition, the members have also met Runners in various Asian cities through fan meeting tours which started in 2013. They have held successful tours in Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Chongqing, Shenzhen, Nanjing, Wuhan, Taipei, Macao, Seri Kembangan, Seoul, and Ho Chi Minh City.

    And this year, Running Man will celebrate a milestone with their Philippine Runners through RUNNING MAN: A DECADE OF LAUGHTER IN MANILA. The members have expressed their excitement to finally meet their local fans through a video greeting. They also relayed their gratitude for the support their fans have been showering them through the years.

    Kita-kits tayo ha?

    RUNNING MAN: A DECADE OF LAUGHTER IN MANILA is presented by SBS, PULP Live World, and Happee Hour.

  • VICTON Weaves Unforgettable Memories With PH ALICE In First Manila Fan Meeting

    VICTON Weaves Unforgettable Memories With PH ALICE In First Manila Fan Meeting

    Words and photos by Danica Lacson

    Christmas came early for fans of South Korean boy group VICTON after the boy group treated them to an unforgettable evening of applause-worthy stages, fun interactions, and sweet display of charms in VICTON 1ST ASIA TOUR “VOICE TO ALICE” at the SM City North EDSA Skydome last December 21.

    Seungsik, Heo Chan, Sejun, Hanse, Byungchan, and Subin kicked off their first solo fan meeting in the Philippines with “What Time Is It Now?”, a track from their debut extended play Voice To New World which came out in 2016. They then sat down for a talk session where they shared their thoughts on their Asia tour, getting their first win, and coming to the Philippines.

    On holding their first solo event in the country, the boys admitted feeling worried and nervous. However, the warm and passionate welcome of their Filipino fans washed away the hesitations and brought them comfort. In fact, as soon as the members came out, Philippine Alice (VICTON’s fans) welcomed them with a sweet banner project to relay their support and express their love. The boys also shared more stories about themselves through the “Secret Photobook” segment where photos of the members or taken by the members were flashed on screen.

    Despite the gloomy weather outside, the venue was filled with bright smiles and happy hearts of fans as their favorite boys made sure their wait will all be worth it with a serenade of “Farewell”, a song from their latest extended play Nostalgia.

    While the boys prepare for another stage, a VCR of them having fun and playing games was played on screen, showing off their fun-loving nature and close relationship. Seungsik, Heo Chan, Sejun, Hanse, Byungchan, and Subin were so adorable as they take on the punishments.

    Everything was all bright and fun, until VICTON returned on stage with a fiery display of their dance skills to the tune of “Gangsta”, making our jaws drop and exclaiming in awe. They then continued to show that they did not come to play with a cool stage of “New World”. *applause applause 

    But the boys are the only ones deserving the praise because their fans were also the coolest with the hot response they always give the boy group. Seungsik commended Alice for the superb energy, while Byungchan shared his hope that the energy will be sustained until the end (They did!).

    VICTON then had a bit of fun together with their fans through a game that divided the boy group into two teams — Team Pabebe (a word they learned that evening) and Team Manila. The intense competition, which saw the members trying to make the audience guess the song name by dancing, resulted to a win by Team Manila. And although Team Pabebe lost the game and received the punishment of doing a sexy modelling, Team Manila generously granted the wish of fans and ended up doing the punishment as well!

    Before performing “Time of Sorrow” and their latest song “Nostalgic Night”, the members expressed their hope to come back to Manila with a concert and to release a new album soon. They capped off the night with “Light”, words of gratitude to their fans for a beautiful ending to their Asia tour, and a promise to return soon.

    With the Manila show, VICTON successfully concluded their Voice To Alice Asia Tour and granted the wish of their Alice to see them — a perfect gift for the Christmas season. And with their superb performances, lovable charms, and adorable personalities, the boys have surely captivated Manila and created unforgettable memories for their fans as they wait for their promised return.

    VICTON 1ST ASIA TOUR “VOICE TO ALICE” in Manila is presented by Play M Entertainment, P.E.E.P Events and Production, Inc., Istudyo Ni Pipay, and FanLive. Special thanks to P.E.E.P Events and Production, Inc., Istudyo Ni Pipay, and FanLive for having us.

  • All About WINNER: The Boy Group Who Impresses Everyone With Its Music

    All About WINNER: The Boy Group Who Impresses Everyone With Its Music

    Known for their potential to create high-quality music recognized by the general public, WINNER has earned the nickname “Trust & Listen” and astounded the Korean music scene with their every release.

    Composed of Yoon, Jinu, Hoony, and Mino, the boy group has displayed their stability in the competitive world of K-Pop and their flexibility and diversity in terms of their music — not confining themselves to a four-cornered space, but going beyond corners and experiment beautifully on their art.

    The members of WINNER have also actively participated in the production, composition, and songwriting for their albums that tackled various subjects including love, everyday life, and hope.

    Before 2014: The Pre-Debut Era of WINNER

    Prior to their debut, Yoon, Jinu, Hoony, and Mino participated on Mnet’s WIN: Who Is Next? as Team A, together with former member Nam Tae Hyun. The boys competed against Team B, whose members went on to debut as iKON with Chan Woo.

    After three rounds of performances and public voting, Team A went on to win the competition, earning the name “WINNER”. The boys then served as the opening act at BIGBANG’s Japanese dome tour and star in their reality show WINNER TV. They also appeared as guest performers on 2NE1’s All or Nothing tour including the tour’s Manila leg. In addition, the boys joined their fellow YG artists in YG Family Power World Tour.

    2014: Guess Who’s Next — WINNER Makes Highly-Anticipated Debut

    After the release of a number of teaser images and videos in anticipation of their debut and the holding of a showcase in the form of a launch party, WINNER made their official debut on August 17 through SBS’ Inkigayo and with the album 2014 S/S and songs “Empty” and “Color Ring”.

    They then became the fastest group to win on a music show after securing first place on M! Countdown. Their album also earned the top spot on Gaon chart and Billboard World Album chart.

    Their debut year was met with great success as they secure rookie awards and other citations in South Korea and abroad.

    WINNER also released a Japanese version of 2014 S/S: Japan Collection and embarked on a Japan tour.

    2016: Return With EXIT:E and Final Release As 5

    Following their 18-month hiatus, WINNER came back with an extended play EXIT: E with had “Baby Baby” and “Sentimental” as lead singles.

    The EP debuted at the top of Gaon chart and at the second spot of Billboard World Album chart. In addition, its lead singles went on to achieve an all-kill status — topping all eight major music streaming platforms. “Baby Baby” also became the most streamed song, among Korean releases, for the first half of the year on QQ Music.

    That year, WINNER went on their first ever nationwide concert tour.

    2017: WINNER’s Fate As Four

    In November 2016, Nam Tae Hyun left WINNER and YG Entertainment, leading for the boy group to reform into four members.

    WINNER made their first release as a four-member boy group with the single album Fate Number For with “Really Really” and “Fool” as lead singles. They once again proved their status as digital monsters with “Really Really” placing number one on Gaon. The song also debuted at the third spot of Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart.

    2017 also saw the boys come out with the single album Our Twenty For which also includes the singles “Love Me Love Me” and “Island”.

    2018: Going Everywhere with a Wolrd Tour

    The following year, they released their second studio album Everyday with the single of the same title. It was also in 2018 when the boys’ embarked in their first ever world tour Everywhere including Philippines as one of the tour’s stop.

    Before 2018 ended, WINNER released the single album Millions which featured the single of the same name.

    2019: Crossing Paths with WINNER with New Album and Tour

    WINNER kicked off their 2019 releases with the extended play We, led by “Ah Yeah”. The EP topped Gaon with over 129,000 copies sold. They followed up We with their third EP titled Cross, released ahead of their upcoming Cross Tour which will once again see WINNER back in the Philippines for a concert on January 25, 2020 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

    READ: WINNER “CROSS TOUR” In Manila To Make January 2020 A Million Times More Explosive For PH Inner Circles

    WINNER [CROSS] TOUR in Manila is presented by YG Entertainment, Live Nation, and PULP Live World.

  • The Rose Blooms In First Concert In The Philippines

    The Rose Blooms In First Concert In The Philippines

    By Sandra Mae Laureano

    The Rose held their first ever concert in the Philippines at the Samsung Hall on December 15. Presented by MyMusicTaste, We Rose You: Live in Manila was a resounding success as Black Roses (The Rose fans) screamed and sang their hearts out for almost two hours. Their current world tour, which started in August, has reeled in crowds across Europe, America and Southeast Asia. They are also set to hold encore concerts in Seoul and Busan at the end of the month.

    The Korean pop-rock band, composed of Woosung (lead vocals, guitar), Dojoon (guitar, keyboards, vocals), Jaehyeong (bass) and Hajoon (drums), is steadily gaining popularity globally due to their concoction of soft-rock that will catch your ears and slightly tug at your heartstrings.

    Although the show did come with some delay due to the band fine-tuning the audio set-up, Black Roses were treated to a live audio feed of the band’s soundcheck session, hyping up the show even further. Fans patiently queued up early afternoon until 7:30 p.m. just to snag the best viewing spots in the concert. The standing area was visibly packed with people up to the back.

    When the lights went out, the red glow of the band’s official lightsticks floated across the venue, the crowd’s cheers getting louder and louder by the second. They started off with ballads “I.L.Y.” and “Insomnia”. Immediately, fans were enthralled, singing along so intensely, the concert seemed like a huge sing-along with the band. This fervor lasted all throughout the evening.

    “Sorry for the delay. We’re gonna give you guys the best show today,” leader Woosung told the crowd in the beginning.

    Their setlist included most of their released songs with a few welcome surprises in between. It included “Candy (So Good)” and “BABY” from Void, as well as “I Don’t Know You” and “Take Me Down” from Dawn. The crowd got to hear the band’s unreleased tracks such as “Photographer”, “OMG” and “놓지 못하게 (Can’t Let Go)” which were songs from their time as an indie band circa 2015 to early 2017.

    The Rose also performed striking covers of LANY’s “ILYSB”, The Script’s “Breakeven”, Bruno Mars’ “Runaway Baby” and The Beatles’ “Hey Jude”. Each member also had their time to shine with their solo/collab stages: Dojoon with James Bay’s “Hold Back the River”, Hajoon and Jaehyeong with Before You Exit’s “Soldier”. Woosung showed off a groovier side of himself with “MOON” and “FACE” from his solo album Wolf.

    It seems the band was overwhelmed by the passion of their Filipino Black Roses who cheered and sang along from start to end.

    “You know we’ve tried this in many, many cities. We’ve tried London, Moscow, every city. I think Manila is the best crowd,” Dojoon said, looking around the members who, in turn, nodded in approval.

    “Manila has been the best crowd, the best country, the best city we’ve ever been to, so thank you! Thank you for your support! We rose you! We love you,” Woosung expressed his gratitude.

    They capped off the evening with “RED” which is their latest single.

    THE ROSE WE ROSE YOU: LIVE IN MANILA is presented by MyMusicTaste. Special thanks to MyMusicTaste for the invitation to the event.

  • Lee Jin Hyuk Shines Like The Sun In His 1st Fan Meeting In Manila

    Lee Jin Hyuk Shines Like The Sun In His 1st Fan Meeting In Manila

    By Sandra Mae Laureano

    If you weren’t a fan of Lee Jin Hyuk before going to his fan meeting at the New Frontier Theater last Saturday, you would immediately be converted into one right after stepping out of the venue. On December 14, the 23-year old K-Pop artist held his first fan meeting in Manila, and he instantly captured a lot of hearts with his candid demeanor and dazzling positivity. Much like his famed nickname “Baby Sun”, he showed that he can be an energizing ray of optimism and fun that his fans (called “V-Dans”) need.

    Lee Jin Hyuk first made his debut as a rapper of the ten-member boy group UP10TION in 2015. Four years later, he joined the (in)famous boy group survival reality show Produce X 101. While he didn’t make the cut, his participation in the show portrayed his many charms which, in turn, earned him the favor and interest of the general public. And what exactly are those charms? Read on to find out more.

    #1 Lee Jin Hyuk is naturally bubbly and funny.

    During the Q&A session, Jin Hyuk was so eager to speak. Sunny Kim, the emcee for the event, asked the questions in English. A translator who was beside him onstage relayed the message to him. He often answered in Korean while Sunny translated his words to the crowd. However, Jin Hyuk sometimes went the extra mile by expressing himself through sound effects and improvised actions.

    For instance, when asked if he had already tried any Filipino food, he said he hadn’t, but backstage, his fans gave him a gift. He then acted out unveiling a certain item, his eyes widening in surprise and gave out a resounding “woah” and said something like “there was a small pig”. As it turned out, that was his first time to see the Filipino delicacy lechon (roasted suckling pig). He said he wasn’t able to try it at that time (probably because he didn’t know how to eat it), but he was certainly intrigued. He promised to try it after the show.

    The fan meeting also included a slideshow of HYUKSTAGRAM (photos he posted on his Instagram) in different scenarios of daily life. It showed him taking a walk, doing photoshoots, taking selfies. Sunny remarked that even though he’s sweaty, he still looks good. Jin Hyuk wittily replied, “because I’m hot,” which had the crowd cheering and laughing. “Like the sun!” he exclaimed.

    #2 He takes games very seriously. And yes, he tries his best in each one, too.

    The fan meeting had a series of games, and Jin Hyuk was more than willing to take on the challenge. There was tumbang preso wherein he was given a giant rubber slipper to topple down a giant can. The catch: the slipper was extremely lightweight and would fly off in unwanted directions when hurled with full force. Jin Hyuk was in full-concentration mode as he tried repeatedly (and failed repeatedly as well), but with his determination, he actually succeeded. As a victory ceremony, he jumped around as if he won a huge tournament.

    He also aced the 2X speed dance for his title track “I Like That”, did ten push-ups, showed three aegyo poses, shot through rows of balloons, and danced “Havana” like a pro during the random play dance game. Although it must have been tiring, the bright smile on his face never faltered.

    One of the most memorable outcomes of the evening was the morning call challenge. Basically, he was tasked to create an alarm for the fans. He was hesitant at first, but he blurted out “Good morning, sweet darling”. As much as the fans were delighted, Jin Hyuk found himself uncontrollably laughing out of embarrassment. He even forbade V-Dans to post it on SNS, but of course, the recording found its way across the net. As a follow up to this, he also made a good night version in his V-Live two nights after the event.

    #3 His rapper name would be MASA-RAP.

    Jin Hyuk is mainly a rapper, but he has yet to be given a rapper name. Fortunately, Filipino V-Dans were smart enough to give him the name “MASA-RAP” which means “delicious”. Jin Hyuk, amused by the pun, tried on the name for a bit and did a short rap.

    #4 When he takes the stage, he owns it.

    After debuting as a solo artist last month, Lee Jin Hyuk is starting to make a name for himself as a performer. His album S.O.L gives a taste of his formidable rapping skills matched with his alluring stage presence. He performed the catchy “I Like That”, the dark “Villein” and the melodic “Follow Me & You” and he shone through all of them. While he might seem to be a goofball in daily life, he gets intensely serious for his live performances.

    Trivia: When asked which song is his favorite, he said he liked all 3 songs equally because it showed his different sides.

    #5 Jin Hyuk 60% legs. Literally.

    Get this: Jin Hyuk is 185 cm tall. His legs are 110 cm long. This was measured by Sunny Kim using an actual tape measure. The title “Daddy Long Legs” really does suit him.

    #6 He greatly values his V-Dans and HONEY10.

    One of Jin Hyuk’s most endearing qualities is his receptivity towards his fans. During the fan meeting, he wasn’t focused in being the center of attention. He was also keen on hearing what his fans had to tell him. Fortunately for him, Filipino V-Dans and HONEY10 (fans of UP10TION) were more than willing to let themselves be heard. He patiently listened to the jeers and cheers of the audience when they chanted “walang uuwi” and suggested the MASA-RAP rapper name.

    He also looks directly at his fans, in anticipation for their reaction to his words. At one point, he even mimicked a fan’s bewildered expression when he answered the question about his upcoming drama. (Another trivia: He was cast in a drama titled The Way He Remembers which is scheduled to air on March 2020.) He couldn’t reveal the fine details, but he gave out a hint: His role had something to do in the venue at that time. It was such a vague reply which probably explains the fan’s reaction.

    Near the end of the evening, fans had a surprise for Lee Jin Hyuk. When he was asking the crowd to pose for a photo, suddenly a tribute video made by his fans was flashed on the screen. The video included snippets of his time with UP10TION up to his moments as a solo artist. Jin Hyuk, visibly taken aback, expressed his sincere appreciation for V-Dans and HONEY10 fans, saying he wouldn’t be here without them. He vowed to develop his skills as an artist and actor and to come back soon.

    As a bonus, everyone in the crowd got to hi-touch Jin Hyuk before leaving the theater! What a perfect way to end the evening!

    LEE JIN HYUK S.O.L 1ST SOLO FAN MEETING in Manila is presented by TOP Media, Ganada Company, and CDM Entertainment. Special thanks to CDM Entertainment for the invitation to the event.

  • Super Junior Closes 2019 “Super Show 8” Concerts With A Meaningful Meeting Day With PH ELFs

    Super Junior Closes 2019 “Super Show 8” Concerts With A Meaningful Meeting Day With PH ELFs

    Words and photos by Danica Lacson

    From the jaw-dropping and magnificent stage design and lighting to the solid and entertaining performances and heartwarming fandom love, SUPER JUNIOR WORLD TOUR – SUPER SHOW 8: INFINITE TIME in Manila was true to its name — it was, indeed, super.

    December 15 marked another milestone as Super Junior — the first K-Pop boy group to ever stage a solo concert in the Philippines back in 2010 — stages their fifth solo concert in the country, bringing the final leg of Super Show 8 for 2019 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

    It was a meaningful day for the boys, who returned to the Philippine concert stage after more than a year and following the end of all the members’ military service, and for ELFs as they celebrate 14 years of Super Junior’s outstanding career as a group and as individuals.

    Excitement resonated all over the arena as the lights dimmed to signal the start of Super Show 8 which kicked off with a mesmerizing show by fans’ lightsticks flickering to the tune of “Superman”. It was marvelous and breathtakingly beautiful, painting promising another SUPER SHOW.

    And the expectations were not wrong. The Kings of Hallyu delivered that and much more, opening the concert with “The Crown”, “A Man In Love”, “Bonamana”, and “Blue World” before proceeding to introduce themselves and poke fun at each other the Super Junior way. “Today is a meaningful day. Me and ELF, meeting day,” said maknae Kyuhyun who adorably tried to convey his message in English.

    It was truly an unforgettable meeting day as the boys packed their three-hour concert with a diverse set list of songs of various genres and from their different albums in the past 14 years. ELFs witnessed the first live performances in the country of “Heads Up”, “I Think I”, “Somebody New”, and “Super Clap”, songs from Time Slip, the boy group’s ninth Korean-language studio album released in October this year.

    The concert also reminisced Super Junior’s earlier eras and showcased the boys’ wide-ranging vocals through the stages of “Sexy, Free, and Single”, “Mr. Simple”, “Opera”, “Love Disease”, “She’s Gone”, “My All Is In You”, “Believe”, “No Other”, “Rokkugo”, “Devil”, “Shirt”, “Mamacita”, and “Black Suit”.

    Super Junior – K.R.Y. got everyone wowing with their impressive solo dances, while Super Junior – D&E and Shindong sweetened the night with a lovely performance of “ELF Song”. Leader Leeteuk and Super Junior’s very own Santa Claus Siwon did not also miss the opportunity to show off their dancing skills through the unreleased song “Hairspray”. The members also added spice to their performances with dance breaks that deserved our super claps.

    A Super Junior concert will never be complete without the legendary and timeless hit that catapulted the boy group to Hallyu King status — “Sorry, Sorry”! Leeteuk, Yesung, Shindong, Eunhyuk, Siwon, Donghae, Ryeowook, and Kyuhyun got everyone singing along to their greatest hits “Sorry, Sorry – Answer” and “Sorry, Sorry”. It was a nostalgic and proud moment, taking everyone back to the era that started it all for most ELFs in the Philippines before capping off the evening and ending a decade of Super Show with “Show” and “Too Many Beautiful Girls”.

    Super Show 8 showed us the immense and unwavering influence of Super Junior in the country, solidifying their reign as Hallyu Kings, as ELFs made the concert more beautiful thanks to their efforts and dedication. Fans came together to gift their Supermen with touching support projects including banners, hearts, and a special message board that read “I (heart emoji) SJ”.

    It was heartwarming to witness the solid passion of the fandom and the cheers they gave, not only the members present that evening, but to Heechul, who had to sit out of the tour due to health reasons and to Sungmin, who is currently on hiatus from the group activities. The fandom name is truly perfect because they are really the Everlasting Friends of Super Junior. As Leeteuk said, “There is no other like you guys.”

    SUPER JUNIOR WORLD TOUR – SUPER SHOW 8: INFINITE TIME in Manila has ended with so much beautiful memories to look back to and promises to hold on to as we wait for the boys’ return with a new album and to start another decade of Super Show.

    SUPER JUNIOR WORLD TOUR – SUPER SHOW 8: INFINITE TIME in Manila is presented by SM Entertainment, Label SJ, Dream Maker Entertainment, and PULP Live World, and powered by Globe. Special thanks to PULP Live World for the invitation to the event.

  • Plus63 Music & Arts Festival featuring LANY

    Plus63 Music & Arts Festival featuring LANY

    Plus63 Music & Arts Festival featuring LANY on February 2, 2020 in Cebu, also with Three Legged Men, mandaue Nights and Sepia Times presented by Insignia Presents.

    Plus63 Music & Arts Festival featuring LANY

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  • Henry Cavill Bewitches Filipino Fans In Manila Visit For Netflix’s “The Witcher”

    Henry Cavill Bewitches Filipino Fans In Manila Visit For Netflix’s “The Witcher”

    Oh boy! Manila finally got the luck to see Henry Cavill up close last December 12, Thursday, during his visit to Manila to promote his new series for Netflix, The Witcher. Lauren Schmidt Hissrich, the series’ show-runner, was with him from the press conference to meeting their incredible Manila fans.

    The two were very generous and game to sign a lot of posters with Henry even signing Superman items as he walked towards the black carpet.

    We listed our ultimate fan-favorite moments during the event:

    • We were able to see him in flesh and up close! (Thanks to Netflix for making it possible!)
    • We got to know that he was a huge PC gamer and a fan of the novel long before he can read it himself. What a sweet surprise that this mutated monster hunter can relate to what he is and will be on the show.
    • Lauren’s answer when asked about how she approaches each project (that come her way) on a woman’s perspective:

    I never think of myself as a female writer. I’m just a writer trying to solve stories. What’s important to me is to make sure that the stories that we’re telling about women are as dimensional and interesting as the ones were telling about men. It’s not about women being appropriate. It’s not about men being more appropriate. We’re making sure that all these characters are fully fleshed out.

    • That Geralt has indeed soft spots! He is for love which fans will get to see on the show
    • That the show will be the next big thing to look out for.
    • The souvenirs! What better way to commemorate the show than having to bring home memorabilia — a shirt, a signature wolf medallion, and a signed poster!
    • The fact that Henry went an extra mile for his audition and didn’t stop waiting, making follow up, and phone calls for the most coveted role.

    Thank you, Netflix! We are excited to know all about The Witcher and see how beautiful you guys will transform it will from a novel to series. The Witcher premieres on Netflix on December 20th.

  • IU Meets MA-AENAs On A Friday In Her “Blueming” Debut On PH Concert Stage

    IU Meets MA-AENAs On A Friday In Her “Blueming” Debut On PH Concert Stage

    Words and photos by Danica Lacson

    Superstitions tell us that Friday the 13th is unlucky, but December 13, 2019 got us believing otherwise as South Korean singer-actress Lee Ji Eun, also known by her stage name, IU, treats everyone at the SMART Araneta Coliseum with the luckiest and most memorable concert experience in 2019 IU TOUR CONCERT <LOVE, POEM>.

    The chart-topping and award-winning singer-actress made sure her MA-AENAs went home with big smiles on their faces and satisfied hearts, filling the almost four-hour long show with a jam-packed set list and charming and heartwarming talk session. In return, her MA-AENAs gifted her with the loudest cheers and most passionate energy, showing no signs of tiredness and sending across their love to their queen.

    IU kicked off her first ever solo concert in the Philippines with “Unlucky”, a track from her newest release, Love Poem, and “Palette”, her collaboration with BIGBANG’s G-Dragon. And right from the start, fans did not hold back in showing the singer-actress how much they longed for that moment to happen with thunderous fan chants filling The Big Dome and surprising IU and her team.

    “Wow, Manila. You guys are really passionate… I feel like I fell in love… Seriously, seriously, ang galing nyo,” IU said during a talk portion, adding that Love, Poem in Manila was the first time she can’t hear herself because of the loud cheers. She even revealed that her team was having a mental breakdown at that moment because the crowd was louder than the microphone.

    Divided into four parts — Love for Moment, Love for Message, Love for Meaning, and Love for Miracle —- the concert saw the first live performances in the Philippines of “Autumn Morning”, “Friday”, “Secret Garden”, “The Visitor”, “Jam Jam”, “Twenty-Three”, “Bbi Bbi”, “Hold My Hand”, “Last Night Story”, “Blueming”, “Meaning Of You”, “Knee”, “Lullaby”, “Through the Night”, “dlwlrma”, “The Red Shoes”, “Above the Time”, “You & I”, “Good Day”, and “Love Poem”.

    It was definitely an unforgettable concert, made special by the passion and love of IU and her fans for one another.
    The singer-actress treated fans to a special stage of MYMP’s “Say You Love Me”, a song she said she loved and sang a lot during her teenage years, and re-encore of songs fans requested namely “Leon”, “Raindrop”, “Merry Christmas in Advance”, “Ending Scene”, and her finale song “Heart”.

    She was also adorable as she tries her best to speak in English and Filipino (“Masaya ang pakiramdam ko!”, “Ang galing nyo!”, “Salamat dahil gusto ninyo ako.”, “Iinom lang ako ng tubig.”, and “Babalik ako.”) to send her messages across to her MA-AENAs and also got us smiling from ear to ear with her cute humor (“If there are people sleeping right now, don’t wake them up.”, “Did those who fell asleep wake up already?”).

    MA-AENAs prepared fan projects for IU, gave their all in cheering and singing along, and created memories for the singer-actress that we are sure she brought home with a happy heart. “If every concert my fans are as loud as this, I think I will have so much fun,” IU even said during the concert. It was a really job well done for the whole fandom who patiently waited for their favorite idol to come and as IU said, “It was so much fun and touching.”

    Love, Poem in Manila was a history made — the longest K-Pop concert in the Philippines and IU’s first solo concert in the country. More so, it was a testament of IU’s growth as an artist in the past 11 years and her humility and sincerity towards her fans, the staff, and her team and a showcase of the unwavering dedication of MA-AENAs.

    “Thank you, guys, for showing me something beautiful,” IU said. And indeed, Love, Poem in Manila was beautiful — a fruit of more than a decade of patiently waiting for this first meeting that bloomed prettily on Friday.

    “Don’t forget our first meeting.”

    Lee Ji Eun

    Check out more photos from that night below:

    The 2019 IU TOUR CONCERT <LOVE, POEM> in Manila is presented by PULP Live World. Special thanks to PULP Live World for having us.

  • #THEWITCHERINMANILA Wows Fans!

    #THEWITCHERINMANILA Wows Fans!

    HENRY CAVILL, WHO STARS AS GERALT OF RIVIA IN NETFLIX’S THE WITCHER, AND SHOWRUNNER LAUREN SCHMIDT HISSRICH HAVE AN EPIC TIME IN THE PHILIPPINES!

    MANILA, PHILIPPINES – DECEMBER 12, 2019 – Henry Cavill, who stars as Geralt of Rivia in Netflix’s The Witcher, and showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich celebrated the upcoming release of the fantasy series with Filipino fans in Manila. Henry and Lauren participated in a press conference, a special #TheWitcherInManila event followed by a screening of episode one.

    At the press conference, actor and triathlete Matteo Guidicelli greeted Henry and Lauren, introducing them to the audience. During the Q&A, the actor who plays Geralt (also known as the White Wolf) talked about his love for The Witcher, saying, “I read the books and fell in love with them. I’ve been a fantasy genre fan since I was a boy, and for me, it was such a wonder to read something that was so new and a fresh take on the genre.”

    Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag

    Henry and Lauren then expressed their deep gratitude for the warm welcome and huge support from Filipinos. Series showrunner Lauren Schmidt Hissrich also shared her love for The Witcher. “I was a fan of The Witcher books, so getting to do this has been a dream come true. It’s so much bigger than what I thought it was going to be. I never expected to come to the Philippines, and here we are!”

    Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag

    Later in the afternoon, fans had the opportunity to see Henry at #TheWitcherInManila fan event at Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Activity Center. Host Matteo and The Witcher cosplayers interacted with the audience.

    After witnessing the special court dancing and sword fighting acts, the audience participated in a count down and welcomed both Lauren and Henry to thunderous applause. Both signed autographs and posed for photos before Henry took the stage. After a brief chat and photo with cosplayers dressed as Geralt, Yennefer and Ciri, Henry closed out the event by saying “Mahal Ko Kayo” and treated fans to an exclusive look at the second and final trailer for The Witcher.

    Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag

    Day one of the #TheWitcherInManila press tour closed with a special screening introduction by Lauren and Henry. “This is a very exciting moment for Lauren and myself. Even though we are the ones here on stage it’s not just us who put in hours and hours of hard work,” he said. “It’s a crew and a cast of 300+ people. We wish we could have them here. But when you’re watching this, remember that they worked so hard for your entertainment, and we hope that you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed making it,” added Henry.

    Excited fans continued to immerse themselves in the world of The Witcher at a special photo zone in the mall, open every day from 11 am to 9 pm, from December 10 until December 13.

    Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag
    Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag
    Photo credit: Netflix / Magic Liwanag

    The Witcher Season 1 premieres on December 20, only on Netflix. Netflix announced a second season pick up for The Witcher. The second season will begin production in London early in 2020, for a planned debut in 2021.

    About The Witcher

    Based on the best-selling fantasy series of books, THE WITCHER is an epic tale of fate and family. The story of the intertwined destinies of three individuals in the vast world of The Continent, where humans, elves, witchers, gnomes, and monsters battle to survive and thrive, and where good and evil is not easily identified.

    Henry Cavill (Mission Impossible – Fallout, Man of Steel) leads the cast of The Witcher saga, playing the role of Geralt of Rivia, alongside other main cast members, Anya Chalotra (The ABC Murders, Wanderlust) as Yennefer and Freya Allan (The War of the Worlds, Into The Badlands) as Ciri. Other previously announced cast include Jodhi May (Game of Thrones, Genius) as Calanthe, Björn Hlynur Haraldsson (Fortitude) as Eist, Adam Levy (Knightfall, Snatch) as Mousesack, MyAnna Buring (Ripper Street, Kill List) as Tissaia), Mimi Ndiweni (Black Earth Rising) as Fringilla, Therica Wilson-Read (Profile) as Sabrina, and Emma Appleton (The End of The F**king World) as Renfri, Eamon Farren (The ABC Murders, Twin Peaks) as Cahir, Joey Batey (Knightfall, Strike) as Jaskier, Lars Mikkelsen (House of Cards, Sherlock) as Stregobor, Royce Pierreson (Wanderlust, Judy) as Istredd, Maciej Musiał (1983) as Sir Lazlo, Wilson Radjou-Pujalte (Jamillah & Aladdin, Dickensian) as Dara, and Anna Shaffer (Harry Potter) as Triss.

    The Witcher premieres on Netflix on December 20. Follow The Witcher on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

  • Yeo Jin Goo To Create Lasting Memories With PH Fans In His First Manila Fan Meeting

    Yeo Jin Goo To Create Lasting Memories With PH Fans In His First Manila Fan Meeting

    South Korean actor Yeo Jin Goo is heading to the Philippines in 2020 to create unforgettable memories with his Filipino fans.

    The Hotel Del Luna actor will make February 2020 extra sweet and special for his local fans as Wilbros Live brings YEO JIN GOO <MEMORY LINE> FIRST FAN MEETING IN MANILA 2020 at the New Frontier Theater on February 1. Tickets to the fan meeting event will go on sale starting December 22 at 11 a.m. through TicketNet online and outlets.

    Tickets to the fan meeting event are priced at:

    • VVIP – Php 7,875
    • VIP – Php 5,775
    • ORCHESTRA – Php 4,725
    • LOGE – Php 3,675
    • BALCONY – Php 2,625

    Note that all prices are already inclusive of ticketing charges. In addition, all ticket holders will get to participate in the hi-touch session and bring home an official poster.

    Other fan benefits include:

    • GROUP PHOTO – All VVIP ticket holders
    • FAN SIGN – 40 VVIP, 40 VIP, and 20 Orchestra ticket holders
    • SIGNED POSTER (to be handed by staff) – 20 VVIP, 20 VIP, 20 Orchestra, 20 Loge, and 20 Balcony

    Join the conversation and share your excitement on Yeo Jin Goo’s upcoming fan meeting using the hashtag #YeoJinGooManila2020.

    Yeo Jin Goo began his career as an actor at the age of eight via the 2005 film Sad Movie where he played the role of Park Hee Chan. The following year, he made his debut on television through I Want To Love.

    His acting career continued to blossom, appearing in numerous television dramas including Iljimae, Tazza, Ja Myung Go, The Reputable Family, Giant, Moon Embracing The Sun, and Missing You where he often starred as the child counterpart of the male lead.

    By the year 2015, Yeo Jin Goo started to transition to lead roles, playing the male lead in Orange Marmalade. He went on to cement his name as a leading man with his portrayals in The Royal Gambler, Circle, Reunited Worlds, My Absolute Boyfriend, The Crowned Clown, and most recently, Hotel Del Luna.

    Aside from his drama appearances, Yeo Jin Goo also starred in a number of films including Hwayi: A Monster Boy where he received critical acclaim and awards for his portrayal. His superb acting skill has given him recognition and awards from various award-giving bodies with the most recent accolade being his Best Actor (TV) award from the 55th Baeksang Arts Awards for his performance in The Crowned Clown.

  • Avril Lavigne Live in Manila 2020 Postponed

    Avril Lavigne Live in Manila 2020 Postponed

    Updates:

    Avril Lavigne Live in Manila on May 20, 2020 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Avril Lavigne Head Above Water World Tour 2020 Manila is presented by Wilbros Live and Midas Promotions.

    Avril Lavigne Live in Manila 2020

    Quote from Avril:
    “I missed being up on stage in Asia, singing with you! It’s always brought me so much happiness, which is why I’m so excited to come in 2020 for the Head Above Water World Tour!”

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  • Jung Yong Hwa To Return To Manila For One-Night-Only “Still 622” Concert

    Jung Yong Hwa To Return To Manila For One-Night-Only “Still 622” Concert

    A little more than a month following his military discharge, CNBLUE’s Jung Yong Hwa made his official return to the concert stage through a two-day concert in Seoul on December 7 and 8, celebrating another milestone in his career — his tenth year anniversary.

    And on March 6, 2020, the leader of CNBLUE will create another milestone as he stages his first solo concert in the Philippines and bring the 2019 JUNG YONG HWA  LIVE <STILL 622> to the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Presented by Ovation Productions, Applewood, and Applewood Philippines, the one-night-only concert promises to deliver unforgettable memories and outstanding stages for BOICEs who have been patiently waiting for the singer-actor’s return.

    Tickets to the concert will go on sale starting December 12 at 10 a.m. via SM Tickets online and outlets or call 8470-2222.

    • SVIP 1 Standing (Sound Check Package) – Php 13,500
    • SVIP 2 Standing (Send Off Package) – Php 13,500
    • VIP Standing – Php 10,500
    • Lower Box A – Php 8,500
    • Lower Box B – Php 5,500
    • Lower Box C – Php 3,500

    Prices are exclusive of ticketing charges.

    Fans can also enjoy fan benefits depending on their ticket tier. Fan benefits include special gifts, sound check pass, send off pass, signed poster, and official poster.

    • SVIP 1 Standing (Sound Check Package) – customized lanyard and laminate, sound check pass, and official poster
    • SVIP 2 Standing (Send Off Package) – customized lanyard and laminate, send off pass, and official poster
    • VIP Standing – customized lanyard and laminate, signed poster for 100 VIP ticket holders, and official poster
    • Lower Box A, B, and C – official poster

    Jung Yong Hwa entered the entertainment industry as an actor through the television drama You’re Beautiful, along with Jang Geun Seuk, FTISLAND’s Lee Hong Ki, and Park Shin Hye. In 2010, he debuted as the leader, vocalist, and guitarist of CNBLUE together with Lee Jong Hyun, Kang Min Hyuk, and Lee Jung Shin.

    CNBLUE went on to become one of South Korea’s leading band, releasing hit songs such as “I’m A Loner”, “Love”, “Intuition”, “Hey You”, “Can’t Stop”, “You’re So Fine”, and “Between Us”.

    Aside from his music releases as a member of CNBLUE, he also came out with his solo releases, officially debuting as a solo artist in 2015 with the album One Fine Day. He is also recognized as one of the top songwriters among idol members and was promoted as a full member of the Korea Music Copyright Association this year.

    Following You’re Beautiful, he continued to star in other drama productions including Heartstrings, Marry Him If You Dare, The Three Musketeers, and The Package. Prior to his enlistment, he has also participated in a number of variety shows such as We Got Married, Night After Night, Running Man, Island Trio, Syndrome Man, among others.

    2019 JUNG YONG HWA LIVE <STILL 622> IN MANILA is presented by FNC Entertainment, Ovation Productions, Applewood, and Applewood Philippines.