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Nine Famous Upcoming Concerts to Catch in Metro Manila This 2017
Concertgoers can jam with well-known acts, whatever genre they’re into!
By: Denisse Shawntel Tan | August 10, 2017
Attention music lovers: Better start saving money because this year, famous artists will perform closer to their fans on Philippine shores. From pop to electronic dance music (EDM), the Philippine concert scene is bustling with big names in the music industry until the end of the 2017. Check out the list below for a quick overview and event details of the hottest concerts in the metro.
1. In The Mix 2017
This year’s In the Mix concert features various pop artists. (Image: SM Tickets)
When: August 17, 6:00 PM
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena
Those who are looking for multiple acts in one night can watch In the Mix. Due to the success of its first show, the second In the Mix concert features a roster of artists in its lineup. This includes DNCE, 5 Seconds of Summer, Zara Larsson, Daya, Dua Lipa, and Two Door Cinema Club. Last year, In the Mix featured artists like The 1975, Elle King, and Panic! At The Disco.
Tickets can be purchased at SM Tickets outlets and SM Tickets online.
2. Ariana Grande Dangerous Woman Tour
Ariana Grande in her signature bunny ears mask. (Image: SM Tickets)
When: August 21, 8:00 PM
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena
The Manchester Arena bombing incident did not stop pop superstar Ariana Grande to continue her Manila leg of the Dangerous Woman Tour. The Dangerous Woman Tour is Ariana Grande’s third world tour in promotion of her album of the same name. Filipino fans have been waiting for this concert since the beginning of the year, so tickets are selling like hot cakes.
Tickets can be purchased at SM Tickets outlets and SM Tickets online.
3. Moment of Truth The End: G-Dragon live in Manila
“Kwon Ji-Yong” is G-Dragon’s second EP album. (Image: IME PH)
K-Pop fans are hyped about the return of G-Dragon, leader of South Korean boy band Big Bang. Filipino K-Pop fans are anticipating his return with a new album and a tour with a Manila leg. G-Dragon, along with his group Big-Bang, last performed in the Philippines last 2015. However, this is G-Dragon’s first time to perform in the country as a solo act. He will be promoting his newly released solo self-titled extended play (EP) album “Kwon Ji Yong,” which is also his real name.
Tickets are available at TicketNet outlets and TicketNet online.
4. The Chainsmokers Memories Do Not Open Tour
The Chainsmokers members Alex Pall and Andrew Taggart (Image: Philippine Concerts)
When: September 13, 9:00 PM
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena
The American DJ duo that produced the singles “Closer” and “Roses” are also going back to the Philippines for their Filipino fans.
The Chainsmokers already performed twice on Philippine grounds. Their first concert was in 2014 and their last was on 2016. The Memories Do Not Open is their debut studio album.
Tickets are available at SM Tickets outlets and SM Tickets online.
5. Road to Ultra Philippines
EDM fans will rejoice at the lineup of international DJs that will perform. (Image: Road to Ultra Philippines)
When: September 15, 4:00 PM
Where: SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds
People can dance the night away to infectious beats produced by top DJs and producers on the third year of Road to Ultra Philippines. “Clarity” producer Zedd headlines this year’s show together with other big names in the EDM scene like Hardwell, Getter, Rezz, and Sam Feldt.
Road to Ultra Philippines is produced by Blackwater events and Ovation productions. Tickets are available at SM Tickets outlets, SM Tickets online, and the Ultra Philippines website.
6. Ed Sheeran Live in Manila
Twenty-six-year-old Ed Sheeran is back with a new album. (Image: SM Tickets)
When: November 7, 8:00 PM
Where: SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds
Ed Sheeran, who’s behind the hits “Shape of You” and “Thinking Out Loud,” will take over the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds to play new songs off his Divide album. This is the English singer’s second concert in the country. His first show was at the SM Mall of Asia Arena last 2015 while promoting his X album. Expect swoon-worthy songs from one of the most anticipated concerts of the year.
Tickets can be purchased at SM Tickets outlets and SM Tickets online.
7. Michael Learns to Rock: Eternal Asia Tour 2017
Michael Learns to Rock members Kåre Wanscher, Jascha Richter and Mikkel Lentz
A treat for all the ‘90s kids out there is the return of Danish pop/soft rock band Michael Learns to Rock. The band is behind classic songs like “Paint My Love,” “25 Minutes,” and “That’s Why (You Go Away).” The audience will dwell in the nostalgic vibe as they perform their other hit songs.
8. All Time Low The Young Renegades Tour
All Time Low is promoting their seventh studio album, The Last Young Renegade. (Image: Pulp Live World)
When: August 22, 7:30 PM
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena
American rock band All Time Low has performed in the Philippines thrice. Their upcoming show at SM Mall of Asia Arena will be their fourth. The pop punk band gained recognition worldwide with their breakthrough single “Dear Maria” from their 2007 album So Wrong, It’s Right.
9. Liam Gallagher in Manila
Liam Gallagher is having his very first show in the country.
When: August 14, 8:00 PM
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena
Liam Gallagher is another familiar face from the ‘90s who is set to return to the Philippines. He will perform classic songs from his band Oasis. Their song “Wonderwall” from their second studio album is their most popular song and made them break out into stardom. The show is made possible by Ovation Productions.
Which of these concerts will you be going to? Let us know in the comments section below!
About Denisse Shawntel Tan
Denisse Tan is currently a work in progress: she’s an aspiring writer, artist, and fashion designer! She’s trying to figure out how to manage her time in achieving all of her goals while also taking in life as humanly possible. Aside from art, she’s a big fan of the color pink, disco music, Bratz dolls, and Genshin Impact. By age 35, she plans to travel to New York City 🗽.
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