Jessica Sanchez arrives in Manila
American Idol (AI) sensation Jessica Sanchez is back in Manila early Sunday, radio reports said.
View ArticleGoing deeper into Cliff Richard’s ocean of songs
“Ocean Deep.” For the longest time in this side of the planet, this song that became famous through a local teenaged flick in the 1980s has been the one more associated with 72-year-old British pop...
View ArticleDaniel Padilla still dreams of being a rock star
Before venturing into acting and becoming the fan-girl magnet that he is right now, Daniel Padilla dreamed of becoming a rock star. And for the past two years or so, he has been playing bass for a band...
View ArticleLeaving a coliseum full of positive vibes
It takes the agreement of all five senses to make an experience memorable. At the Smart Araneta Coliseum the night of May 14, Jason Mraz added another: a sense of community.
View ArticlePet Shop Boys performs in Manila
British synth-pop duo Pet Shop Boys will visit Manila for the first time to perform in a concert titled Pet Shop Boys Live at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on August 6.
View ArticleRediscovering the Pet Shop Boys
Why people bring electronic gadgets during concerts to document the show is understandable but checking on how many likes and comments one has gotten in her latest Facebook status entry comes close to...
View ArticleThere’s no stopping the Kpop Republic
They have unique names, far surreal than any rock band in the ‘70s or the ‘90s but Korean Pop, or Kpop, is here to stay in our country and steal our youth to form their own republic.
View ArticleFinally, The Killers
‘Sa wakas, The Killers are here!” Having “wakas (end)” and “killers being here” in the same sentence could bring fear in other parts of the country, like in Zamboanga City for one, but coming from...
View ArticleCharice and Aiza’s concert of truth and empowerment
For the very first time in Philippine music history, Charice Pempengco and Aiza Seguerra teamed up for a groundbreaking concert titled “Power of Two: The Unbreakable Tour”.
View ArticleClubbing with DJ Tiesto at the coliseum
In a 1969 TV interview, The Door’s frontman Jim Morrison predicted the future of music might rely heavily on electronics and machines. He envisioned “one person, probably speaking or singing, with a...
View ArticleK-pop group Infinite: No lip-synching at tonight’s concert
No lip-synching, no vocal enhancements either—this was the promise made by the Korean pop group Infinite, whose concert will be held tonight (Sunday) at Smart Araneta Coliseum.
View ArticleAfter eating ‘adobo,’ ‘pancit canton,’ One Republic rocks Araneta
The first time American alternative rock band OneRepublic—who is set to perform Wednesday night—visited the Republic of the Philippines they already made “adobo” and “pancit canton” their favorite...
View ArticleJack Jones promises ‘beautiful ballads, true stories’
Grammy-winning American singer Jack Jones is doing two Valentine shows in Manila. The 76-year-old crooner performs at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Feb. 13, and at the Manila Hotel Tent on Feb. 14.
View ArticleFor the 4th time, Avril Lavigne rocks Manila
It was Avril Lavigne’s fourth tour in Manila but nothing’s changed and she stayed youthful as ever—except she performed onstage with Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger, her new husband.
View ArticleBruno Mars returns to Manila for his ‘Moonshine Jungle Tour’
Filipino fans of American singer-songwriter Bruno Mars are in for an ultimate music treat as the two-time Grammy Award winner is bringing “The Moonshine Jungle Tour” to Manila this coming March 22.
View ArticleRisingStars talents perform at Daniel Padilla concert
Three talented singer-contestants of RisingStars Philippines took the big stage at the recently concluded major solo concert, “DOS”, of teen heartthrob Daniel Padilla. Aerone Mendoza, Ross Zarandin,...
View ArticleJason Mraz returns for Nov. 27 gig at Smart Araneta Coliseum
Since launching his musical career 15 years ago by playing the local shops and coffee-house circuit in San Diego, California, 36-year-old American pop sensation Jason Mraz has brought his positive...
View Article‘Sergio Mendes and Brasil 2014’
Producer, composer, keyboardist and vocalist Sergio Mendes will perform his most popular hits at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Nov. 15, 8 p.m. His special guest is Joe Pizzulo. “Sergio Mendes and...
View ArticleHead or heart? Find out what Christina Perri chooses
When dealing with love, would you choose your head over your heart? Or vice-versa?
View ArticleChristina Perri showcases ‘Head or Heart’ in Manila
MANILA, Philippines—It took her five years to get to Manila, but the wait was worth it, because the 28-year-old “Jar of Hearts” singer did not run around to leave scars during her visit in the country....
View ArticleManila concert of Grammy winner Pentatonix moved to June 6
The Manila concert of Grammy-winning American a cappella group Pentatonix, originally set June 5 at Smart Araneta Coliseum, has been moved to June 6 at the same venue, “due to unavoidable scheduling...
View ArticleCarly Rae Jepsen’s Manila concert rescheduled
The concert of Canadian pop senasation Carly Rae Jepsen on Wednesday, August 12, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum has been rescheduled, organizers announced on Tuesday. Concert Republic said Jepsen’s...
View ArticleBryan White ready to serenade Manila
American pop singer Bryan White, who is behind the hit AlDub theme song “God Gave Me You,” arrived in Manila Friday for a one-night performance...
View ArticleKamikazee farewell show on Dec. 10
Rock band Kamikazee admits to being “humbled” by fan reaction after thousands snapped up tickets for its farewell show, “Huling Sayaw,” at the 15,000-capacity Smart Araneta Coliseum on Dec. 10. Over...
View ArticleChicago at the Big Dome
As part of its “Greatest Hits Tour,” Chicago, one of the most enduring pop-rock bands of all time, will make a stop in Manila on Jan. 20 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. (Call TicketNet at 9115555.)
View ArticleTom Jones performs at the Big Dome this April
The powerful vocals behind “It’s Not Unusual,” “Help Yourself,” “Delilah” and many other hits will sweep the concert scene when singer Tom Jones hits Manila for a live performance on April 2, 2016 at...
View ArticleMelissa Manchester, David Pomeranz at the Big Dome
American singer-songwriters David Pomeranz and Melissa Manchester will perform some of their enduring love ballads in a back-to-back concert on April 6 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum (call 9115555).
View ArticleTom Jones cancels concert in Manila
Music icon Tom Jones cancelled his scheduled concert at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum tonight, April 2, his management said in a statement.
View ArticleKenny Rogers in Manila this August for final world tour
The long wait is over. Grammy Award-winning superstar Kenny Rogers is finally performing in Manila on August 11, 2016 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum presented by Ovation Productions. Kenny Rogers has...
View ArticleCulture Club show interrupted due to power failure
The one-night-only concert of Culture Club at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Saturday was interrupted because of reported power breakdown, Inquirer Twitter reports said.
View ArticleDespite power outage, Culture Club pulls off magnificent PH show
1980s British new wave band Culture Club proved once again that "age is just a number" as they performed in Smart Araneta Coliseum and partied with the crowd with their spectacular 'throwback' hits.
View ArticleSuperstar Engelbert Humperdinck returns to Manila
Classic pop and ballad enthusiasts are in for a treat as English singer Engelbert Humperdinck revisits Manila on July 10, 2016 for a one-night-only concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Engelbert...
View ArticleThe Stylistics and Main Ingredient in Big Dome concert on Aug. 14
The smooth and sweet sound of one of the most successful soul vocal groups of the 1970s will fill the concert scene when The Stylistics returns for a one-night concert on Sunday, Aug. 14, at the Smart...
View ArticleBryan Adams not content with nostalgia acts
There are musicians who, upon entering the latter stages of their careers, become perfectly content with “nostalgia acts”—basking and banking on the power of their most popular songs from their halcyon...
View ArticleBryan Adams at 57 sounded as good as he did on record
It was 24 years ago when Bryan Adams last held court in Manila. So, when he finally returned on Wednesday, before a packed crowd at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, there was a sense that he was trying to...
View ArticleMariah Carey returning to PH for concert in October
Mariah Carey will come to Manila for the second time. The Elusive Chanteuse will once again serenade her Pinoy fans as she is set to perform at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Oct. 26 for “The Number 1’s...
View ArticleLea Salonga, Regine Velasquez ‘promise’ to do a concert together
Lea Salonga and Regine Velasquez promised to one day do a concert together. A photo of the two top singers in Philippine show biz was shared in a Nov. 16 tweet by MJ Felipe. He wrote, “First time in...
View ArticleRegine’s concert teaser with Vice Ganda sees them as songbird, ‘songhorse’
Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez had her fans and celebrity friends alike in stitches when she recently shared a teaser for her upcoming concert with comedian Vice Ganda this February. While most...
View ArticleChvrches’ biggest show in PH set on Aug. 13
Chvrches, the Scottish trio known for swaddling gleaming synths and electronic beats into a catchy, radio-friendly musical package, is set to return to Manila for the third time and take the stage at...
View ArticlePentatonix gears up for 3rd PH visit
Pentatonix, the first a cappella vocal ensemble to have a No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart, is set to bring its upcoming, self-titled world tour to the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Feb. 8 next year.
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