Katy Perry performed live at the Mall of Asia Arena last April 2, 2018 as part of Katy Perry WITNESS: The Tour Asia.
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Coldplay Live in Manila Photo Gallery
Coldplay performed live in Manila last April 4, 2017 at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds.
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What You Missed – Goo Goo Dolls Live in Manila
It took them quite a long time to perform in Manila, and damn well they did, finally. Goo Goo Dolls frontman John Rzeznik said so himself, that the band could have gone here earlier to perform before the crowd of Nineties kids–by age and at heart–presumably during a more youthful and energetic time, and maybe even having either original drummer George Tutuska or his successor Mike Malinin in tow. But that night in Araneta was no time and place for regrets, not on the part of the band and the devoted fans who showed up to make the night successfully memorable.
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Bryan Adams Gives Manila A Night to Remember
So it happened, finally. After 20 long years one of the best-selling Canadian artists in music history, Bryan Adams performed for his Filipino fans last Wednesday night, January 18, at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum. This was one of the most anticipated show for both 80’s and 90’s babies who grew up singing his songs.
Looking well-dressed in a black blazer, Bryan and his team took the stage with the same excitement as their fans. Fans were captivated as he performed the song from his latest album, and were delighted surprised when he played some fan favorites in between. Who would have thought that after performing “Go Down Rockin’” from his Get Up album that he will make us scream to death singing “Heaven”? Yes – Thinking about our younger years singing karaoke, getting to work off our flat notes just to sing this one beloved piece.
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Finch Rocks the Skydome
To stir people’s anticipation for Bazooka Rocks Festival 3, Pulp Live World prepared a special pre-show featuring Finch, a post-hardcore/screamo band which gained recognition in 2002 with the release of their debut album titled “What It Is to Burn”.
Finch is currently composed of Nate Barcalow on vocals, Randy Strohmeyer on lead guitar, Alex Linares on rhythm guitar, Daniel Wonacott on bass guitar and Alex Pappas on drums. Up to now, their first album remains to be their most successful release yet. Their sophomore effort titled “Say Hello to Sunshine”, released in 2005, provided a less raucous sound and stuck more to post-hardcore instead of screamo.
As a band, their course had been slightly turbulent. They went through a series of indefinite hiatuses in 2006 and late 2010. With each member pursuing a different project during their breaks, the band’s future was left hanging. They started touring again in 2013 and started creating new material. Late this year, they are set to release “Back to Oblivion”, their long-overdue third album.
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YouTube musicians on its full potential
Last August 30, musicians Alex Goot and Against The Current performed live in their first ever show in Manila. The CCP Theater was jam-packed and most were wearing merchandise or customized shirts to show their full support for these 2 YouTube stars.
A little fact about their front act Ms. Monique Lualhati. She auditioned individually in the The X-Factor Philippines (2012) and later became part of the girl group A.K.A. Jam. Monique never had a hard time holding our attention because of her beautiful voice resonating like the queen of R&B, Soul Princess and country’s most awarded singer Kyla. She graced us with her rendition of songs from Beyonce, Fantasia Barino, Jessie J, Bruno Mars and my personal favorite was her version of “Clarity” by Zedd.
Against The Current – If you love watching indie YouTube artists, you’re definitely not a stranger to their music where their videos of covers of hit songs and originals have reached millions of views and became viral in social media. The moment when ATC took the stage, the crowd cheered for them! Most of the fans, especially guys were screaming, “I love you Chrissy!”. She was the center of attention and certainly carried out her main vocalist duties. The sweet-looking singer reached out to their fans as she went left and right the stage to get closer to the crowd. The band performed their hits “Closer, Faster”, “Something You Need” and covers of hits like Paramore’s “Ain’t It Fun”.
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Journey Down Memory Lane with Vertical Horizon
In the 90s, Vertical Horizon’s songs Best I Ever Had (Grey Sky Morning), You’re A God and Everything You Want were worldwide hits on radio, these singles put them in superstardom.
An alternative band from the US, Vertical Horizon made their third stop in Manila. Being responsible for their infectious and radio-friendly 90’s track such as You’re a God, Everything You Want and Best I Ever Had, we were transported back to the ‘90s alternative rock music scene. Newport isn’t a large venue which makes it a great way to see them on a personal level. The sound was so balance and there’s no distortion around the room, with so much anticipation of the fans, the band hit the stage with Instamatic. Finding Me was the next song they perfomed, followed by their hit I’m Still Here. Matt Scannell sounded the same as he did back in the late ‘90s as they played We Are and Forever.
Seeing them live on stage was definitely worth it. The feeling of nostalgia running through our veins that night was unexplainable. It’s no surprise to all the fans that Matt is a good story teller. His stories about his life in New York City “when I couldn’t afford to live in New York City.” He talked about his love/hate relationship and even tried to speak in tagalong, something like this “Masaya kami andito kami sa inyo” added personal impact to the show. I totally enjoyed this moment about how their songs came to life.
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Before You Exit – Finding their rightful place!
Before You Exit headed to the beautiful pearl of the orient to party and have fun with their Filipino fans at the Samsung Hall at SM Aura. It’s not the boys’ first time here, BYE had their debut Manila performance during Circuit Fest (Music & Skate) last May 25, 2013. The return of the band in Manila is part of their Dangerous Tour in support of its newly-released single of the same title.
The boys from the Theme Park Capital of the World opened the show with their new single and tour title , “Dangerous.” They played a total of eleven songs including “A Little More You”, “Settle for Less”, “Heart Like California”, “Three Perfect Days”, a fan favorite “Soldier”, “End Of The World”, and a cover of John Legend’s “All Of Me”, Rascal Flatts’ version of “Life is a Highway” and “Bless the Broken Road”! (more…)
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MDR Live: A Silent Concert of Historic Proportions
On May 8 at the Rockwell Tent, MDR (short for “Music Deserves Respect”) showcased history as it brought together two of the greatest OPM icons in one stage, and in a silent concert which was to be the first of its kind in the Philippines. Bamboo and Ely Buendia treated hundreds of spectators to the wonder of what a silent concert ought to be. Not only that, as a very welcome bonus, their sets also induced waves of nostalgia as the two played some of their classic hits from their former bands from the ‘90s.
So how does a silent concert work? First off, the stage was enclosed in a soundproofed glass which appeared to be a recording studio transposed to the center stage. The artists, with their accompanying bands, were subliminally mute to the crowd unless they plugged their headphones into the docks spread out across the venue. Similarly, people behind the glass couldn’t hear anything from outside.
It was a most unusual setting for everyone present. At the beginning, it took quite a bit of getting used to since it was very much like plugging your ears to an ordinary music player. As the concert progressed, however, the crowd got to experience the difference in terms of the quality of sound – how every note, every instrument and every bit of sound seem to blend seamlessly into something you usually call music, only purer and more personal.
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The 7107 International Music Festival Field report
Red Hot Chili Peppers
I would like to get this out of the way before I start Team Philippine Concert’s field report of the 7107 International Music Festival: Contrary to what the organizers plugged, it is my humble opinion that the Philippines’ music festival season kicked off with the UP Fair. The festival is fortunately riding on the season’s upswing, as it drew a mixed bag of anticipation and excitement over the course of its promotions. The festival promised to serve as a unique platform for our local artists to shine side by side with legendary performers. It is also aimed to promote the Philippine culture throughout the world. How did the festival fare? Team PC was in the midst of the action at Clark, Pampanga.
7107 IMF Parking Lot with a view of Mt. Arayat
Day 1. Team PC arrived at the Global Gateway Logistics City by mid-afternoon on the first day of the festival. From the sounds blaring from the speakers and the sight of giddy concert goers oscillating between flocking and scattering at the grounds, it eventually became apparent that the party was in full swing even before we neared its gates. It was almost a compulsion once one enters through the gate, after the RFID tag in the festival wristband beeps that you are good to go, to immediately drink in the premises and let the wanderlust, the one that brought you to the festival from wherever you came from, lead you on. Although the organizers made it a point to take care of its media guests by providing us with a tent with amenities, we decided to skip that part and took on the entire festival head on. Because, hey, we’re here; being here is 90% of the entire experience. The remaining 10% is what you do after setting your foot on the festival grounds, and we set off to do just that.
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7107 IMF Day 2 Photos
Day 2 of 7107 international Music Festival upped the ante from the previous day’s spectacular first day with even a more diverse array of sounds in the line up. Homebrewed heroes Abra and Loonie, Radioactive Sago Project, Spongecola, Itchyworms, and Rocksteddy wowed the crowd with stellar performances worthy of the world stage. Nightfall elevated the festival’s intensity with the driving energy of Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, the bombast of Luciana, the lyrical prowess of Kendrick Lamar, and the pageantry of Empire of the Sun.
The eagerly anticipated performance of Red Hot Chili Peppers was a dream come true for all the festival goers, with the legendary California band unleashing a relentless musical force only the rock veterans can offer. It is a momentous event that will be talked about for years to come, one that cements 7107’s place in Philippine concert history and sets the bar for music festivals in the country.
Luke Steele of Empire of the Sun goes down the crowd
Kendrick Lamar looking at the 7107 IMF bouncing ball
Red Jumpsuit Apparatus live at 7107 IMFMore 7107 IMF Day 2 Photos (more…)
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7107 IMF Day 1 Photos
Possibly the largest and most ambitious music festival set up in Philippine shores to date, the 7107 International Music Festival kicked off its first day with an exodus of thousands of concert goers pouring into the Global Gateway Logistics City grounds in Clark, Angeles City.
Local and foreign artists shared two brilliantly designed stages to awe audiences with equally brilliant performances. Highlights of Day 1 were sets from Kaskade, Kjwan, Alvaro, Taken by Cars, Reid Stefan, DJ Riddler, and Kid Ink. The success of the first day only builds up the anticipation for the festival’s second day that features Empire of the Sun, Kendrick Lamar, and Red Hot Chili Peppers!
7107 Day 2 Schedule (more…)
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The Bootleg Beatles: Reminiscing the Rockin’ 60’s Music
Being part of Generation X, I was introduced to the great music of the Beatles at a young age. Like as it has been for the rest of the world, their songs have become a part of my life. It was such a treat watching their old videos: John Lennon’s body moving up and down to the beat of each song while playing his guitar strapped high on his chest, left-handed Paul McCartney and right-handed George Harrison sharing the same mic while on guitars, and Ringo Starr’s head bobbing up and down while hitting the drums.
I always wondered, what would it be like to watch them live?
And so, last January 17th, it was a dream come true to watch them live – as the Bootleg Beatles!
At the PICC Plenary Hall, complete with their signature shiny gray suits & ties, the Bootleg Beatles, with members Adam Hastings (as John Lennon), Steven White (as Paul McCartney), Andre Barreau (as George Harrison), and Hugo Degenhardt (as Ringo Starr), gave us a night of reminiscing the music of one of the greatest rock bands in the world.
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Bamboo Christmas@Home Concert Photos
Bamboo had a Christmas Concert last December 6, 2013 at the Music Museum -
The Sarah G Experience
Flashback 2003 when it all started, who would have thought that it was decade ago? A decade of maturity, strength and who she is right now as a performer. 10 years ago before this has all began, 10 years in the industry that she ever dreamed of from Music to Movies, 10 years making her the undisputed pop star of the country and this day is a celebration of a decade fairy-tale journey to her most deserved FAME.
The show started with prayers for the victims and survivor of typhoon Yolanda.
Fil-Am Jason Farol warmed up the crowd, the 24 year old, 6’1″ tall power balladeer placed 3rd in the reality singing show “Duets” where he was paired with American Idol Kelly Clarkson. He is now also a signed artist of Viva Records, he showcase his charm as a balladeer singing songs from his album such as “I believe in love again”, “Kung ikaw at ako”, and “When the love is gone”.
Chants started and excitement is something perceptible around the sold-out crowd of Araneta Coliseum. Sarah opened the stage singing her rendition of Alicia Keys “Brand New Me”, Will.i.am ft. Justin Bieber “that POWER”, and Imagine Dragons “Radioactive”. She also intone some of her songs from her previous albums like “Ikaw”, “Sa Iyo”. Embracing the challenge for her 10th year she sang latest single “Tayo”, fan favorite “Ikot Ikot”, telling a story from the libretto of “Sweetest mistake”, and a statement of “some things can be change and some cannot” from the lyrics of “Eyes on fire” all from her new album entitled Expressions.
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