Bench Fun Meet 2013 featuring Taylor Lautner

International superstar and known as "Jacob" from the hit film series, Twilight, Taylor Lautner, will be here in Manila for Bench Fun Meet Conference 2013. Event details as follows:

Bench presents
Bench Fun Meet 2013 feat. Taylor Lautner LIVE!
August 17, 2013
Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City

PROMO MECHANICS:
Get a free invite to the Benchsetter Fun Meet : Taylor Lautner (August 17, 2013, Mall of Asia ARENA) with a minimum single-receipt purchase requirement from participating stores.

Item Code   
PRO0248A - VIP - P 2,500.00
PRO0248B - Patron - P 2,000.00
PRO0248C - Lower Box 0 P 1,200.00
PRO0248D - Upper Box - P 600.00

PARTICIPATING STORES
                 
BENCH                
Abreeza Mall Davao, Powerplant Mall Rockwell, SM Calamba, SM Megamall, Alabang Town Center, Robinsons Ermita, SM Cebu, SM Molino, Ayala Cebu, Robinsons Galleria, SM Clark, SM North Edsa, Ayala Glorietta 2, Robinsons Imus, SM Dasmarinas, SM Novaliches, Cash & Carry, Robinsons Metro East Pasig, SM Davao, SM Pampanga, Eastwood, Shangri-La Mall, SM Davao Annex, SM Rosario Cavite, Farmers Plaza, Solenad 2, SM Fairview, SM San Fernando, Festival Mall, SM Aura Premier, SM General Santos, SM Southmall, Gateway, SM Bacoor, SM Lipa, SM Sta Mesa, Greenhills, SM Baguio, SM Mall of Asia, SM Sucat, Harbor Point Subic, SM Baliwag, SM Manila, SM Taytay, Lucky Chinatown, SM Batangas, SM Marikina, SM Valenzuela, Metropoint Edsa, SM Bicutan, SM Marilao, Sta Lucia East, Newport Mall, SM Cagayan De Oro, SM Masinag Antipolo, Trinoma, SM Dasmarinas Annex
                 
HERBENCH             
Festival Mall, SM Fairview, SM Megamall, SM Sta Mesa, SM Bacoor, SM Manila, SM North Edsa, SM Sucat
                   
SUPERBENCH                
Market! Market!, SM San Lazaro           

•     A maximum of 5 invitations per single receipt is allowed; and combinations of invites are allowed.
•     Valid for Cash, Credit Card, Gift Certificates and EPS transactions.
•     Not valid for purchases using GIFT CERTIFICATES marked as ISSUED FOR PROMOTIONS.
•     Not valid for purchases using employee’s PO.
•     Lifestyle Cardholders will still earn points.
•     Privilege Cardholders are still entitled to discounts (if applicable) so long as the net amount purchase requirement is met.
•     Invitations must be exchanged for actual ticket at the Mall of Asia ARENA ticket booth on the day of the event (August 17, 2012).
•     Bench/ Suyen Corporation and Mall of Asia ARENA reserve the right to deny entry if ticket bearer is proven to be under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or displaying misbehavior.

LINKS
http://www.bench.com.ph/news.php?benchsetter-fun-meet-featuring-taylor-lautner=95
https://www.facebook.com/benchtmofficial

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North Tour: Matchbox Twenty Live in Manila

Alternative rock band, Matchbox Twenty, will be here for the first time in Manila. A scheduled one night only concert to be held at the Mall of Asia Arena this November. Concert details as follows:

Matchbox Twenty Live in Manila
November 8, 2013
Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City

More details to follow. Tickets onsale soon at SM Tickets

LINKS
http://matchboxtwenty.com/events
https://www.facebook.com/matchboxtwenty

VIDEOS
-She's So Mean by Matchbox Twenty

 
-3AM by Matchbox Twenty

-Unwell by Matchbox Twenty

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Yahoo OMG! Awards 2013

It's the 2013 Yahoo! OMG! Awards by Yahoo! Philippines. The glamorous awards night of the year featuring the best Filipino actors and actresses. Be at the Yahoo! OMG! Awards 2013 this July 2013.  Stars rock, fans rule. To vote for your favorite stars, visit: http://ph.omg.yahoo.com/omg-awards. Awards night details as follows:

Yahoo! Philippines presents
Yahoo! OMG! Awards 2013
July 19, 2013 - 6:00pm
Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City

Performances by:

• Gary Valenciano
• Charice
• Christian Bautista
• Rachelle Ann Go
• Yeng Constantino
• Young JV
• Solenn Heussaff
• Jon Santos
• Erik Santos
• Franco
• Kjwan
• Kris Lawrence
• Lovi Poe
• Elmo Magalona
• Julie Anne San Jose
• The Philippine All-Stars

and a lot more!

FREE ADMISSION
For details on how to get tickets for the awards night, visit: https://smtickets.com/marketing/view/1442

LINKS:
http://ph.omg.yahoo.com/omg-awards
https://smtickets.com/marketing/view/1442

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Global Warming Tour: Pitbull Live in Manila 2013

After his successful concert party last 2011, award winning hiphop superstar, Pitbull, returns to the Philippines this September as he brings his Global Warming World Tour to the Philippines this 2013. Concert details as follows:

Wilbros Live presents
Global Warming Tour: Pitbull Live in Manila 2013
September 4, 2013 - 8:00pm
Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City

Ticket Prices
VIP - Php 5,830(Reserved Seats)
PATRON - Php 4,770(Reserved Seats)
LOWER BOX - Php 3,710(Reserved Seats)
UPPER BOX - Php 1,590(Reserved Seats)
GENERAL ADMISSION - Php 530(Free Seating)

Tickets are available at SM Tickets.
You can buy tickets through SM Tickets outlets or at www.smtickets.com
Call 470-2222 for more inquiries.

LINKS
https://www.facebook.com/wilbroslive
https://smtickets.com/marketing/view/1578

VIDEOS
-Feel This Moment by Pitbull feat Christina Aguilera

-Don't Stop The Party by Pitbull feat. TJR

-Give Me Everything by Pitbull feat. Ne-Yo, Afrojack, Nayer

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"I Write The Songs": Ogie Alcasid Live!

Ogie Alcasid will be having a major concert this August in part of his 25th year anniversary in showbiz industry. The concert will be held at the Mall of Asia Arena. Concert details as follows:

Starmedia Entertainment presents

I Write The Songs...Ogie Alcasid LIVE!

The 25th Anniversary Celebration

August 16, 2013 - 8:00pm

Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City

TICKET PRICES:

SVIP - Php 5,280(Reserved Seats)

VIP - Php 3,700(Reserved Seats)

PATRON - Php 2,640(Reserved Seats)

LOWER BOX A - Php 1,590(Reserved Seats)

LOWER BOX B - Php 1,060(Reserved Seats)

UPPER BOX - Php 530(Reserved Seats)

GENL. ADMISSION - Php 320(Free Seating)

Tickets available at SM Tickets outlets and via online at www.smtickets.com.

Call 470-2222 for more inquiries about the show.

LINKS

https://smtickets.com/marketing/view/1448

https://www.facebook.com/starmediaentPH

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Disney Live! Mickey's Magic Show 2013

Vivre Fort Entertainment and Feld Entertainment brings back another Disney extravaganza for everybody, it's Disney Live! Mickey's Magic Show: The Philippine Tour. See Mickey and the rest of the gang performs LIVE on stage with spectacular magic performances. Come be part of the magic! Event details as follows:

Vivre Fort Entertainment and Feld Entertainment presents
Disney Live! Mickey's Magic Show 2013
September 20 - 22, 2013 - Waterfront Hotel Cebu City, Cebu
October 2 - 6, 2013 - Mall of Asia Arena, Manila

Schedule of Shows:
CEBU

• Sept. 20 (Fri) – 7PM
• Sept. 21 (Sat) – 11AM, 3PM, 7PM
• Sept. 22 (Sun)- 11AM, 3PM, 7PM

MANILA

• Oct 2 (Wed)- 11AM, 3PM
• Oct. 3 (Thu)- 11AM, 3PM
• Oct. 4 (Fri)- 11AM, 3PM, 7PM
• Oct. 5 (Sat)- 11AM, 3PM, 7PM
• Oct. 6 (Sun)- 11AM, 3PM, 7PM

TICKET PRICES 
CEBU SHOWS:
Front Row- P3400
VIP- P2970
Gold- P2230
Silver- P1590
Bronze- P960

MANILA SHOWS:
Front Row- P3400
VIP- P2970
Patron- P2650
Lower Box Center- P1910
Lower Box Sides- P1590
Upper Box Center- P1170
Upper Box Sides- P850

Tickets are now available at SM Tickets outlets.
Call 470-2222 or visit www.smtickets.com to buy tickets online.

LINKS
http://www.disneylive.com/
http://www.feldentertainment.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/VIVRE-FORT-Entertainment/301656539009

VIDEOS
-Mickey's Magic Show preview

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FAVORITE DISNEY CHARACTERS AND WORLD CLASS ILLUSIONS COMBINE IN DISNEY LIVE! PRESENTS MICKEY’S MAGIC SHOW

Vivre Fort Entertainment invites you to Disney Live! presents Mickey’s Magic Show - a captivating production by Feld Entertainment that brings your favourite Disney characters and world class illusions together on stage.The audience will see magic from legendary Disney films performed right before their eyes, from Cinderella’s rags turning into a beautiful ball gown in a split second to Aladdin’s Princess Jasmine levitating into the air.

In a spellbinding spectacle, Disney Live! presents Mickey’s Magic Show brings the magic of Disney to the stage in a revolutionary blend of characters and illusions:

• Master Magician Mickey Mouse performs astonishing illusions along with Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother and Alice in Wonderland’s Mad Hatter.  Audiences can also expect magical appearances by Disney princesses Belle, Cinderella, Snow White and Jasmine.

• Professional illusionist Michael Barron joins the Disney characters to perform amazing feats on stage and calls on children in the audience to assist in the magic.

• From the producer of Siegfried & Roy, the most successful live illusion show of all time, Disney Live! leverages the talent of world-renowned Illusion Designer Jim Steinmeyer, who has consulted for leading magicians David Copperfield, Siegfried & Roy and Lance Burton.

20-22 SEPTEMBER 2013

WATERFRONT CEBU CITY HOTEL

Sept. 20 (Fri) – 7PM

Sept. 21 (Sat) – 11AM, 3PM, 7PM

Sept. 22 (Sun)- 11AM, 3PM, 7PM

Ticket Prices:

Front Row- P3400

VIP- P2970

Gold- P2230

Silver- P1590

Bronze- P960

2-6 OCTOBER 2013

MALL OF ASIA ARENA

Oct 2 (Wed)- 11AM, 3PM

Oct. 3 (Thu)- 11AM, 3PM

Oct. 4 (Fri)- 11AM, 3PM, 7PM

Oct. 5 (Sat)- 11AM, 3PM, 7PM

Oct. 6 (Sun)- 11AM, 3PM, 7PM

Ticket Prices:

Front Row- P3400

VIP- P2970

Patron- P2650

Lower Box Center- P1910

Lower Box Sides- P1590

Upper Box Center- P1170

Upper Box Sides- P850

Tickets are available in all SM TICKETS located in all SM Cinema ticket booths. For more information, go to www.smtickets.com or call 470 2222.

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Concert Roundup: Aerosmith makes history at first Southeast Asian concert in Mall Of Asia Arena

Aerosmith makes history at first Southeast Asian concert in Mall Of Asia Arena
By Jamie Ortega 

What happens when the greatest American rock ‘n’ roll band of all time comes to Manila? You watch and you marvel. That was exactly what I did last May 8, 2013 as Steve Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, David Hull and Joey Kramer collectively known as the band AEROSMITH delivered an incredible show at their first Southeast Asian concert in history at the Mall Of Asia Arena.
In a video posted on myxph.com last April 17 Aerosmith front man Steven Tyler invited his Filipino fans to the concert with his message: “You better be there. We’re gonna rock your butt off; nothing that you’ve never seen before on TV, but we’re bringing it to you live. So, from me and all the boys, we’re gonna kick your (butt). Mabuhay!” and kick butt they did- from start to finish. 

As a ‘90s kid who grew up listening to Aerosmith while doing her homework, getting over a heartbreak or studying for a test (pretty much any scenario in her life had an Aerosmith soundtrack to it), it made me immeasurably happy to discover that the band decided to make it a night filled with their greatest hits. By that decision alone it was as if they were dedicating the night to their fans, people who’ve been with them from the very beginning, back when they were struggling musicians from Boston trying to make it in the music business.

Initially, the stage, which was set up like a fashion show runway (horizontal at the back and vertical in the middle), seemed like an odd set-up for a rock concert to me. But as soon as Tyler appeared and performed in a tank top, vest, silver pants, shades and a blue feathered headpiece, it slowly dawned on me- a stage of that length provided enough room for the front man and the rest of the band to move around freely and connect with the audience.

Tyler began the show with a quick greeting of “Hello Manila,” before launching into his first song, Love In An Elevator, from the band’s 1989 album Pump. This was followed by Draw The Line and Jaded which ranked No.86 on VH1’s 100 Greatest Songs of the 00’s. While performing, Steve would run to the left and to the right parts of the stage, his mike stand in his hand. At certain intervals he would toss his stand from left to right gyrating, shuffling and sometimes even shimmying while singing the song.

A concert insider once said that Filipino audiences are notorious for showing a lack of enthusiasm at concerts, that they would stand-up during certain songs then sit down again once the lesser known tunes would be played. But this night had none of that. When the band performed Cryin, one of their biggest hits, the entire Arena sang along. This feat was replicated when the band performed their other hits like Walk This Way, Dude (Looks Like A Lady), Living On The Edge, etc.

Tyler reciprocated the audience’s reaction by interacting with them whenever he could. He hugged a group of female teenagers, crawled over the speakers, and even took a fan’s cap, tried it on for size, then threw it back out in the crowd. He was the Steve Tyler,the “Demon OF Scream” the band's fans grew up with- crazy, passionate, wild, come to life and they enjoyed every minute of it. But Tyler wasn’t the only star that night- Perry and Kramer, were given their time to shine as well. During the show, Tyler would often walk up to Perry and sing close to his face as Tyler’s screams blended with Perry’s guitar riffs. Kramer also displayed his drum skills in a five minute drum solo that the crowd cheered and applauded,

But if there was one performance that stood out among the 19 songs performed that night, it would definitely have to be the 1973 power ballad “Dream On.” Before the concert I thought my favorite number would be “Don’t Want To Miss A Thing” because I was a fan of the movie Armageddon and it IS timeless- people still sing that song on TV and in karaoke bars to this day!

But it was the execution of” Dream On” that won me over. Picture this-- Perry on top of a grand piano with Steve singing and playing ON the piano as four smoke machines spew steam around them? It was a unique way of interpreting the song and I loved the creativity and showmanship that went into it.

Some acts like to end the concert with their latest hit, but for this show the band chose “Sweet Emotion,” one of their earlier songs, to be the encore, and truthfully, I wouldn’t have it any other way. That song choice showed that they have come full circle and if this really is their last tour they ended it in a fine way- by going back to their roots.

Before the band finally left the stage, a stream of white confetti fell from the ceiling as Steve shouted “Mahal ko kayo” while stripdancing and lipsynching to Muddy Waters’s “Manish Boy”- it was perfect ending to a truly historical night,

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My Everything Tour: Lee Min Ho Live in Manila 2013

After his successful fan meet conference last November 2012, City Hunter star and now-recording artist, Lee Min-ho, returns to Manila for a one night only concert happening this July 2013.

Wilbros Live presents
My Everything Tour: Lee Min Ho Live in Manila 2013
July 6, 2013
Mall of Asia Arena

TICKET PRICES:
VIP - Php7,500(Reserved Seats)
PATRON - Php5,400(Reserved Seats)
LOWER BOX A (201-202/221-222 | ROWS A-E OF 203-207/216-220) - Php5,400(Reserved Seats)
LOWER BOX B (6TH ROW ONWARDS OF 203-207/216-220) - Php3,675(Reserved Seats)
UPPER BOX - Php1,575(Reserved Seats)
GENERAL ADMISSION - Php525(Free Seating)

Tickets are now available at SM Tickets.
Visit www.smtickets.com or call 470-2222
Tickets are also available at SM Tickets outlets.
For VIP 1 and VIP 2 First 10 rows, please contact 3749999

LINKS
https://www.facebook.com/wilbroslive
https://smtickets.com/marketing/view/1393

VIDEOS
-My Everything by Lee Min Ho

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Concert Roundup: New Wave In The Summertime with Modern English and The Alarm

New Wave In The Summertime with Modern English and The Alarm

Written by Forsythe Jones

Last Friday(May 3, 2013), the SM Mall of Asia Arena was turned into a virtual time capsule as Modern English and The Alarm, two of the most popular British bands of their time headlined Back To The 80s, revival concert party.

DMC Philippines, one of the concert’s promoters headed by Jessie Cambosa a.k.a. Jessie Gonzales, former station manager of the now defunct WXB 102, the most popular new wave radio station during the 80s was also responsible for staging lost 80s, a similar new wave concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum back in 2008 headlined by A Flock of Seagulls, Real Life and When In Rome.

For many local music fans, the 80s remain a popular decade as other sensations of that popular decade such as the Lotus Eaters, Simple Minds, China Crisis, Cyndi Lauper and Belinda Carlisle have all had successful gigs.

Robbie Grey and Mike Peters, the driving forces behind Modern English and The Alarm respectively, may now well be into their 50s. But they still managed to draw a respectable crowd, with a good number of youngsters singing and dancing along to their mostly 30-year old music.

Some actually came in 80s inspired haircuts and the colorful wear that also defined the era. There was even one who wore a WXB 102 t-shirt. We can’t tell if there were any who actually wore shoulder pads to complete the 80s look.

But it also didn’t hurt that the headliners got able local support from DJ Jon Tupaz of Jill’s and Juan Miguel Salvador and his latest band, The Authority—both known to be associated with the 80s themselves.

Playing before the start of the concert and in between sets, Tupaz regaled the crowd with mixes of hits that included seldom-heard gems like Propaganda’s “Duet”, the Eurogliders’ “Heaven Must Be There” and the Europeans’ “The Animal Song”.

Salvador, best known for his time with 80s showband, Rage, sustained the party atmosphere that recalled clubhouse parties at Forbes and Corinthian Gardens as well as clubs like Rumors and Faces with a spirited set that include classics like The Adventures’ “Two Rivers” as well as The Cure’s “Friday, I’m In Love” and “Boys Don’t Cry”.

Finally, after quite a long wait, The Alarm finally took the stage. Formed in Wales in 1981, the band is known for its big booming rock sound that was largely compared to such contemporaries as U2 and Big Country although they are more likely to remind younger fans of bands like Keane and Snow Patrol.

The Alarm’s current line-up is composed of James Stevenson on guitars, Craig Adams on bass, Mark Taylor on keyboards, Smiley on drums and remaining founding member Mike Peters.

Performance-wise, this present incarnation of The Alarm is a razor sharp unit as they dug deeper into the band’s back catalogue in a mesmerizing set that include favorites like “Marching On”, “The Stand”, “Where Were You Hiding When The Storm Broke”, “Spirit of ‘76”, “Sold Me Down The River”, “68 Guns” and of course their biggest hits, “Rain In The Summertime” and “Absolute Reality” which drew the loudest cheers.

With his patented gruffy, hoarse vocals that recalls both Bruce Springsteen and Joe Strummer of The Clash, founding member Mike Peters hardly skipped a beat and looked majestic in his customized overcoat-style jacket which he never took off until the end of their set.

Repeatedly stating how happy the band was to be given a chance to perform in Manila, Peters and the rest of The Alarm performed a first rate set that will be remembered for a long time.

We were actually a little worried when Modern English followed suit as The Alarm proved to be a tough act to follow. Formed in Essex, England back in 1979, their sound is lighter and more mainstream by comparison.

Fortunately, they have their deep back catalogue to dip their fingers including some new material that sounds just as good as their classics. As soon as ABS-CBN’s Gretchen Fullido surprisingly took to the stage and introduced them, the band launched into the propulsive intro of “Someone’s Calling”, a tune from their sensational debut album, After The Snow.

They then proceeded to a mixed set of brand new originals (yes, they still record new material) as well as other recognizable tunes like “Life In The Gladhouse”, “After The Snow” and “Tables Turning”.

Frontman Robbie Grey surprised everyone in the venue when he revealed that “Ink and Paper”, one of their most popular tunes in these parts, is a song they never actually perform live—at least until their Manila concert. He actually held a piece of paper that presumably contained its lyrics while singing the song. Even with some rough edges here and there brought mostly by Grey’s limited vocal range, the number was a still big hit with the crowd.

So were the two biggest hits of the band’s career—“Hands Across The Sea” and the song Grey acknowledges as the one everybody knows, “I Melt With You”.

“What about you in the cheap seats up there?”, Grey asked the lower box crowd as he eggs everyone to stand up and dance.

Largely predictable but ultimately a crowd-pleasing affair, the Back To The 80s new wave concert party of Modern English and The Alarm did a fine job of taking its audience back in time with well-loved songs that brought plenty of fond memories.  We hope to see more of our 80s favorites soon, like maybe The Church, Midnight Oil or even the now Mike Peters-fronted Big Country?

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Living Things World Tour: Linkin Park Live in Manila 2013

Grammy award winning rock band, Linkin Park, returns to Manila for a one night only concert which will be held this coming August 2013. This will be their 2nd concert in the country after their successful Meteora World Tour concert back in 2004 at CCP Grounds.

Scala Events presents

Living Things World Tour: Linkin Park Live in Manila 2013
August 13, 2013 - 8:00pm
Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City

Ticket Prices
VIP STANDING - Php 10,440(Standing)
PATRON - Php 10,440(Reserved Seats)
LOWER BOX A - Php 7,270((Reserved Seats)
GOLD STANDING - Php6,210(Standing)
LOWER BOX B - Php 6,210(Reserved Seats)
UPPER BOX - Php 3,680(Reserved Seats)
GENL. ADMISSION - Php 930(Reserved Seats)

Tickets are now available at SM Tickets outlets.
Visit www.smtickets.com or call 470-2222 for details.

Seating Chart

LINKS
http://www.linkinpark.com/
https://smtickets.com/marketing/view/1353

VIDEOS

-Burn It Down by Linkin Park

-New Divide by Linkin Park

-What I've Done by Linkin Park

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#MCSContest: Avicii Live in Manila Ticket Contest

Treat your friends and party all night with Avicii LIVE! Win 3 tickets for the concert party which will be held on May 15, 2013 at the Mall of Asia Arena. See mechanics here

Mechanics:
-Follow us on Twitter: @ManilaConcerts & @ChooseTattoo
-Using your Twitter account, Share this on your Twitter:

“#AviciiforTattoo! Me & my friends wants to be part of the concert party! Thanks to @ChooseTattoo & @manilaconcerts”

-Don't forget to include this photo on your tweet. You may upload the photo and include that to your tweet entry.
-Tweet as many as you like.

-One (1) lucky concert fan will win THREE (3) concert tickets for the party which will be held on May 15, 2013 at the Mall of Asia Arena. Winner will be selected via random selection.

REMINDERS:
• Only Philippine residents can join the contest.
• The winner will be notified via Twitter direct message.
• The claiming of tickets will be on the day of the show.
•Contest duration: May 4, 2013 to May 12, 2013(12:00pm), Philippine Time
•Announcement of winner will be on May 12, 2013(8:00pm) on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/manilaconcerts

This contest is brought to you by Manila Concert Scene [OFFICIAL Fan Page] and Globe Tattoo.

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AVICII: RE-SET TO PERFORM IN MOA ARENA ON MAY 15

Hailed by Rolling Stone magazine as “one of the Princes of the contemporary renaissance of EDM”, Grammy-nominated Avicii - born Tim Bergling - is best known for his acclaimed live performances and for international mega-hit ‘Levels’. It conquered club charts worldwide, racked up over 50 million YouTube views, and was declared David Guetta’s “Tune of 2011” in DJ Mag. Following an intense and prolific touring schedule as well as the worldwide release of his summer smash hit ‘Silhouettes’ this year, the Swede soared to No.3 in the 2012 DJ Mag poll of the Top 100 DJs after just three years of performing.


In 2012 alone, he’s headlined Ultra Music Festival, Tomorrow land, Electric Daisy Carnival and Lollapallooza, while his first summer residency at Ushuaïa Beach Hotel in Ibiza smashed the party island to smithereens.

Avicii is also one of the genre’s most sought after collaborators. His ‘Superlove’ collaboration with Lenny Kravitz and remix of Madonna’s ‘Girls Gone Wild’ are among the most acclaimed tracks this year.

To put it lightly, what Avicii and his manager Ash has managed to achieve in just a few years is truly astonishing. Commencing his dizzying journey at the tender age of 18, the self-taught, fresh-faced Swedish luminary has unquestionably amassed greater success before turning 22 than most could ever hope to achieve in a lifetime.

The mastermind behind smash hit phenomena Seek Bromance, Levels and Fade into Darkness and chief collaborator for the chart topping My Feelings for You, he has soared from budding bedroom music-maker to international electronic sensation in a matter of years, and already stands shoulder-to-shoulder with just a handful of the most in-demand and elite DJs on the planet. We can only dare to imagine what will be accomplished in a whole career…

The partnership between himself and manager Ash has flourished beyond all expectations – the unrelenting Avicii continues to masterfully hone his unique brand of high-octane, melodic house music, while the successes flood in.

Amongst others, it was his critically acclaimed Muja EP and smash hit Ryu (which became Pete Tong’s “Essential New Tune” and Tiesto’s “Track Of The Week”) that led Avicii to even greater accomplishment, as in 2009 he was crowned “Breakthrough Producer/DJ of the Year” in DJ Magazine’s ‘Top 100’ special edition, and “The Swedish Future” in ‘Only for DJs’ Magazine (FR). These were exciting times for the youngster, and consistently exquisite production outputs flowed thick and fast, but it was the events of the following Summer that truly took him to the next level as an artist, as the Swedish superstar sought a little bit of bromance…

Released under his alias, and quasi-namesake, ‘Tim Berg’, the triumphant phenomenon that was Seek Bromance saw the plucky Swede escalated to previously unbeknownst heights and out-right superstardom, as the track became the international dance anthem for the summer. Reaching Number 1 Beatport status after just two days, it climbed to top ten in the official national charts of ten countries across the globe – an achievement unheard-of for even the biggest of dance music megastars. Just a month later, his smash hit collaboration with Sebastian Drums My Feelings For You, reached the coveted Number 1 spot once again, remaining there for an astonishing 5 weeks. By the end of summer 2010, Tim Berg, Avicii, Tim Bergling – whatever you may choose to call him – were the words on everybody’s lips and demand soured!

MCA Music and Republiq, World Wide Womb and Driven Manila presents...
Avicii Live in Manila, May 15, 2013 - 9:00pm, Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City

TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT SM Tickets outlets.
Call 470-2222 or visit www.smtickets.com to buy tickets online

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Diamonds World Tour: Rihanna Live in Manila 2013

After her successful show in Manila back in 2008(with Chris Brown), award winning superstar, Rihanna makes a comeback concert this year as part of her Diamonds World Tour which will be held on September 2013. Concert details as follows:

Music Management International presents
Diamonds World Tour: Rihanna LIVE in Manila
September 19, 2013
Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City

Ticket Prices:
SVIP - Php 26,990(Reserved Seats)
VIP - Php 21,710(Reserved Seats)
PATRON SEATED - Php 16,430(Reserved Seats)
LOWER BOX A  - Php 13,260(Reserved Seats)
LOWER BOX B - Php 11,150(Reserved Seats)
UPPER BOX - Php 4,810(Reserved Seats)
GENERAL ADMISSION - Php 1,960(Reserved Seats)

Tickets are available at SM Tickets outlets.
Visit www.smtickets.com to buy tickets through online or at any SM Tickets outlets nationwide.
Call 470-2222 for more inquiries.

LINKS:
https://smtickets.com/marketing/view/1316
https://twitter.com/mmilive
ttps://www.facebook.com/mmilive
http://mmilive.com/

VIDEOS:
-Diamonds by Rihanna

-Stay by Rihanna feat. Mikky Ekko

-We Found Love by Rihanna feat. Calvin Harris

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Concert Roundup: Top 10 things I learned from Foursome: The Repeat

Concert Roundup: Top 10 things I learned from Foursome: The Repeat

Written by Jamie Ortega || Photos by Kris Rocha

1.    Last Saturday, March 16, 2013, I learned a couple of things from the Foursome: The Repeat concert held at the Mall Of Asia Arena, and here is the first: that not every concert deserves a second run, but in this case I will gladly give an exception. It is not every day that you get four of the best artists in the country, Ogie Alcasid, Regine Velasquez, Pops Fernandez, and Martin Nivera for one spectacular show that lit up the Mall Of Asia Arena  and I was very happy to be a part of it.
2.    Concerts that begin on a high note set the mood for the entire night. For the opening number Regine, Ogie, Martin and Pops  energized the entire arena with an energetic rendition of The Wanted’s I Found You. Regine wore a black tube and shorts with a gold shawl covering her entire body while Pops flaunted her sexy figure in a red dress. Both Martin and Ogie looked dapper in gray suits. Their voices blended naturally 
3.   The best OPM tunes never go out of style. When Martin and Ogie sang the of one another nearly everyone in the audience was singing, clapping, cheering and wishing that they had someone to hold hands with (guilty as charged!) Martin sang Ogie including Sa Piling Mo, Kailangan Kita, and Ikaw Ang Aking Pangarap, while Ogie sang Martin’s songs including How Can I and You Are My Song. As a fan of Martin ever since I was 9 years old  (I remember dancing in our  living room to his older hits like Say That You Love Me and Be My Lady), this was really a treat.  It brought me back to my younger years. In my heart he will forever be the Concert King.
4.   Every performer needs their moment in the spotlight. The beauty of this concert was that everyone had their solo set and no one out sang or out staged one another. Out of all the four acts, Regine Velasquez aka Asia’s Songbird, seemed to have the most fans.  They wouldn’t stop cheering during her set! The Songbird began her repertoire with What Kind Of A Fool Am I, You’ll Never Walk Alone, and And I Am Telling You. I liked her choice of songs because they fit the crowd composed mostly of yuppies and older men and women. It also showcased her amazing “birit” prowess.
5.    Comedy is always good. I liked the novelty number between Regine and Ogie where Ogie would translate into Tagalog songs that Regine sang like Yesterday by The Beatles and George Canseco’s Ngayon At Kailanman. It showed how cute they are as a couple, how they can make fun of each other, and still be madly in love with one another. Aww!
6.    It’s always good to go into the audience to spice things up. Ogie went into the audience during his set as he sang the songs Sa Kanya and Kung Mawawala Ka. He even joked when an elderly woman ran up to kiss him that she is his main market.
   
7.    Regine and Pops are friends- because Pops was gone from the limelight for quite a while and Regine  never really talked about it I never knew that they are good friends. Their kulitan moment was so sweet as Pops, in a pink and silver gown, and Regine, in a white embroidered frock, exchanged jokes with another. They playfully mentioned that the people in the patron section were more demure than the ones in the lower section because they screamed the less. They also made fun of their out of town bonding moments as Regine playfully told Pops how “kuripot” she is. For them to be able to say these things onstage only goes to show how fond they are of one other. The two divas capped off their “kulitan moments” with ‘80s songs including Cyndi Lauper’s True Colours and Madonna’s Crazy For You.
8.    Martin and Pops still have chemistry. The Concert King and Queen lit up the stage with their kilig-inducing duets that made me miss my highschool and gradeschool years. I must say it was one of the best moments of the concert!  Even if they’ve happily gone their separate ways, that set, together with their old photos flashed onscreen, reminded me of how powerful their love team was. I adored their choice of songs because it was like they were sharing their love story through music. They sang Don’t Say Goodbye, Times Of Your Life, Pagdating ng Panahon and Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin
9.    Gary V is Gary V. And I mean that in the best possible way. Having a special guest like Gary V brought so much power to an already amazing concert. I loved that he sang his older songs like Di Bale Na Lang and Eto Na Naman. A priceless moment was when Ogie and Martin were trying to copy Gary’s moves. Where does Gary get all his energy at his age? And why does it seem like he doesn’t know how to grow old?
   
10.    Crazy unexpected antics are welcome- as long as they don’t disrupt the flow of the show. Martin singing Be My Lady to the camera man, serenading BB Gandanghari, singing to comedian Michael V, all five artists (including Gary V) bringing Zsa Zsa Padilla onstage for a couple of jokes, it spiced up the concert and kept it from being too predictable and boring. After Regine hinted about the possibility of a Sixome concert (the Foursome cast including Regine and Zsa Zsa) I just can’t wait for it to happen! Whoever said OPM and local acts are dead probably didn’t see this show- there are so many amazing musicians in the country and I hope we have more shows of this caliber in the future. 

See more photos from the concert here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151816763773032

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Vans Summer Music Jam

7 Top local bands in Pinoy rock scene comes together for Vans Philippines' first ever major music event which will be held on May 2013 at the Mall of Asia Arena. A music jam that you shouldn't miss. Concert details as follows:

Vans Philippines presents
Vans Summer Music Jam
May 11, 2013 - 7:00pm
Mall of Asia Arena

Performances by:

• Kamikazee
• Urbandub
• Franco
• Moonstar 88
• Rocksteddy
• Save Me Hollywood
• The Chongkeys

Details on how to get tickets for the show:

LINKS:

https://www.facebook.com/vansphmanila

https://twitter.com/Vansphmanila

LOCATION:

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Concert Review: Hands Up with 2PM

Title: Hands Up with 2PM
Written by AlexaVillano || Edited by Jamie Ortega || Photos by Kevin Pableo

If March is an indicator that summer is approaching, the temperature at the Mall of Asia Arena last March 2 was definitely sizzling when Korean boyband 2PM performed before a huge crowd of Filipino K-Pop fans as part of their What Time Is It Tour.



The group’s fans known as Hottest, finally saw Chansung, Jun K., Nichkhun, Taecyeon, Junho and Wooyoung before their very eyes, belting one song after the other starting with I’ll Be Back. Wearing black and silver leather outfits, the guys danced and sang as pyrotechnics went off to the delight of fans who took videos and pictures with their cameras and cell phones.

Despite the technical glitches experienced in the first set of songs, the boys went on entertaining the crowd as if nothing happened. They then introduced themselves one by one starting with Chansung who flew in the morning of the concert due to a previous commitment. All six members told the crowd that they were happy to be finally in Manila, with each member injecting Tagalog words they have learned upon their arrival such as "guwapo" and "gutom na ako".

The group also made sure to include the audience in their performance by teaching them dance moves to their songs. They got everyone pumping with Heartbeat, performing Again and Again, mellowing with Only You, telling their fans they can’t survive "Without You", not to give and screaming "Don’t Stop, Can’t Stop" and scoring "10 out of 10". They also got the crowd going by telling them to raise their Hands Up.

Each member also had individual solo numbers. Chansung, who is currently part of the drama 7th Grade Civil Servant got female fans squealing as he showed his sexy charisma viaLove You Down. The screams just got even louder when he ripped off his shirt showcasing his abs that earned him a spot as one of the top K-Pop male entertainers with the best bodies.

Junho got everyone singing and dancing with "Just A Feeling" and even showed the crowd another one of his talents; playing the drums. Wooyoung showcased his sharp dancing skills through Sexy LadywhileTaecyeon got everyone feeling like they were in the club by demonstrating some DJ-ing before rapping to "It’s Time".

Nichkhun, who recently joined the Bench family as one of its new endorsers, serenaded the crowd with Let It Rainwhile Jun K, known to have the best vocals in the group sang, Just One Night. Both members later asked the audience to sing a line from each of their songs.
In between sets, the group showed their appreciation for the fans. They even prepared a surprise for the audience- singing the Filipino nursery song "Tong-tong-Pakitong-Kitong" led by Wooyoung with the audience singing along drawing laughter and amusement.

A video entitled “2PM Proposal” was also shown on screen where the boys were shown preparing a proposal for their fans. Flowers, balloons and cake aside, the audience got touched when a letter written in Tagalog was focused on the video, showing the group’s love and appreciation for their fans.
The guys also made sure to interact with the audience, approaching all sides of the stage and throwing the giveaways (with every girl trying to grab it from one another).  They even took time after their final number to shake hands with those in the VIP section. They even had their photos taken with fans by grabbing cameras and cellphones from lucky supporters.

Other fans grabbed the opportunity to give gifts to their idols like Jun K who received a necklace made of mini panda stuff toys plus two large ones which he later posted on his Twitter account.“THANK YOU ALL PHILIPPINES :) WE NEVER FORGET BOUT YOUR GREAT LOVE !” he wrote.

As the concert came to an end, the members said that they will never forget the warm welcome they’ve received from the Filipino fans. All six members said that they will continue to work hard with preparations for a Korean comeback this year. Taecyeon even said that while the group has been to other countries, the Philippines by far is one of the best places they’ve visited and they will definitely comeback again to perform.

Nichkhun also thanked the Filipino fans. In his Twitter post, he said that it was one of the best shows he’s done.

“Couldn't get enough of you guys tonight!! PH HOTTEST you made tonight one of the most memorable shows ever! MaramingSalamat Po!” he tweeted.

As a fan of the group, it was surreal to finally watch them live after waiting for two years. The boys have definitely matured alot since debuting back in 2009 with 10 out of 10. They have also gone through individual projects with Chansung, Taecyeon and Wooyoung branching into acting, Junho and Jun K into solo albums and songwriting, while Nichkhun is active in his native Thailand. They recently released their Japanese album Legend of 2PM and after a few weeks hit the Oricon Charts. Now talk about an explosive start for the guys!

All in all it was worth watching the concert. As hot as it was watching 2PM on stage, the night definitely belonged to the fans that left the arena with smiles on their faces. A show that deserved a huge “hands up!”

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#MCSContest: Foursome The Repeat Concert

#MCSContest: Here’s your chance to be part of this historic repeat concert happening at the Mall of Asia Arena on Mar. 16. #FoursomeTheRepeat featuring Mr. Martin Nievera, Ms. Pops Fernandez, Ms. Regine Velasquez and Mr. Ogie Alcasid plus special guest: Mr. Gary Valenciano.

Mechanics:

- Follow our Twitter account: @Manilaconcerts and @starmediaentPH

- Tweet this statement on your Twitter account.

“#FoursomeTheRepeat on 03.16 at @MOAArena. Join @manilaconcerts | @starmediaentPH contest to win tickets for the show.”

- Don't forget to include the concert poster(located above) on your tweet. You may upload the photo and include that to your tweet entry.

PRIZES:

- One (1) winner will received Two (2) tickets for Foursome: The Repeat Concert happening on March 16, 2013 at the Mall of Asia Arena. Winner will be selected by a random selection.

REMINDERS:

- Contest duration: March 10, 2013 to March 15, 2013(12:00pm; Philippine time).

- Announcement of winner: March 15, 2013 – 8:00pm (Philippine time).

- Only Philippine residents can join the contest.

- Winner will be announced on our Twitter account: @manilaconcerts

- The winner will be notified on his/her Twitter account and via text/call from a representative from Manila Concert Scene.

- The claiming of tickets will be on the day of the show at the venue.

This contest is brought to you by Manila Concert Scene and Starmedia Entertainment.

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