Armi Millare, SCRUBB, Indie Bands, Techno Parties: Here Are 10 Gigs To Watch This Week
From OPM classics to Thai indie electronica and the best techno, you won't miss the newest Filipino bands. Here's what the music scene will look like next week, and we can't wait to see it.
Here are 10 must-see concerts across Metro Manila this week
1. Armie Miller, “12 Monkeys,” Pasig City, February 9.
Armie Miller will perform in concert on February 9.
The former UDD singer will release a single in 2023. His latest single "Roots" was released in October 2023 and his other songs include "Kapit", "Likeleague" and "Somewhere in Between".
His debut solo album 'South Knot' will be released this year.
Army Army with Gabriel Lazaro, DJ Mario Serrano and Dino Amparo.
The concert will be held at 9:00 PM at 12 Monkeys, Ground Floor, Estancia Mall, Capitol Commons, Pasig City. The gate price is 600 rubles. For reservations and tables please contact 12 Monkeys at 0917-570-3222.
2. Jason Duckal's visit to Connecticut, Quezon City, February 9.
Jason Dhakal's slick cover of 'Para Sa Akin' is stuck in who's head?
The artist will be back on tour and will make his first performance on February 9 at Tago Jazz in Quezon City, Cuba.
Jason has a special guest, Queen Bossanova and the original para sa akin doc than City.
Jason released his latest album "BEING" in September 2023. His other hits include "Body and Soul," "Lifetime (Dimension)" and the hotdog classic "Manila."
Ticket details for Jason's tour have yet to be announced.
3. Yellow House Night, 19th, Parañaque City, February 9.
Some popular OPM groups will perform at the same concert venue.
The first Yellow Room Music concert will feature Yellow Room Music artists Mayonnaise, SUD, MojoFly, Night Over Alaska, Julia Daniel, Layla and Navi.
Yellow Room Night will be held at 19 East Sucat, Parañaque City on February 9 at 8:00 p.m. The gate price is 300 rubles.
4. Bob Marley Day, Balcony Music House, Makati City, February 10.
Come together on Bob Marley Day and feel good as you celebrate the late musician's birthday on February 6.
Several bands and solo artists from the Philippines will pay tribute to the reggae superstar. Headlining the evening will be Ipots from Leyte and Uplifter from Mindoro.
Groups include Coffee Break Island, Colli Herb Music, Host Jam PH, Jah Dela Cruz, Mistress 1, Reggae Mistress, Sunflower Day Camp and Sedaka Root.
Bob Marley Day will be celebrated on February 10 at 7:00 PM ET at Balcony Music House, Singyan & Molina, Barangay Poblacion, Makati City. Tickets are 500 pesos in advance, 700 pesos at the door. Payment details are available on the Balcony Music House Facebook page.
5. Heavy Bleeding Hearts, Quezon City, February 10.
The first cemetery of the year has an amazing lineup!
For its Valentine's Day edition, Bleeding Hearts, the growing raves and concert production company, brings together Filipino artists you'll never forget.
These are KINDRED, Pette Shabu, SCRY, fr:wn, ///sliwrist, MHLO, Loner, Crystal, Matt Jamal, Bedspacer, Avant Garden and FakeShow.
Music lovers are encouraged to wear pink and red. But in true serious style, it is recommended to wear black.
GRAVE February 10 at Mow's, Matalino St. Diliman, 20, Quezon City. Doors open at 7 and close at 3. Pre-sale tickets are 300 euros, tickets are 350 euros. Advance ticket sales are available through Google Forms.
6. Sasavan Vol. 2, Parañaque City, February 10.
You may not be from the South, but Signing Shelter will easily make you feel at home. And he is all set to give his first concert this year.
Sassawan Vol. It will be a night full of live music, art, merchandise and even giveaways.
The lineup includes current OPM artists Halina, Carousel Damage, Cowboy Country Club, LookAround The World and Why's Ramona.
Visual artists are also willing to sell their work.
Sassawan Vol. 2 Signing Shelter, 4183 Sun Valley Drive, Parañaque City, will be held on February 10 at 6:00 p.m. Early bird tickets cost 300 pesos, ticket holders are given two lottery tickets, and entry is 350 pesos with one lottery ticket. Tickets can be purchased via QR code on the Signing Shelter Instagram page.
7. Sadomaso Disco, Makati, February 10.
Sodomasodisco returns for a special Lunar New Year.
One of the leading teams in Manila is once again hosting Selsam in Makati City. The event promises a night of dancing with Taipei-based American DJ Pokari Lab. He is accompanied by Greta, Ezrei, Pett Shabu, Limsum and Leon.
The Sadomaso Disco will be held at Selsum, Rooftop, Garvasia Building, 152 Amosolo Street, Legazpi Town, Makati City at 8:00 p.m. Ticket price for pre-registration is 800 rubles. Tickets are 1000 euros at the door.
8. SCRUBB Live in Manila, Mandaluyong, February 10
SCRUBB will perform for the first time in the Philippines on February 10
Thai indie electronic band Thawatpon Ongbonsiri and Torpong Chantabupha are known for their hits "Everything", "Close", "Together", "Click" and "Smile".
Elias Canlas and Tonage gave the start.
SCRUBB Live in Manila will be held on February 10 at 123 Block, 312 Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong City at 6:30 PM ET. Tickets range from €1,800 for general admission to €5,200 for SVIP.
9. Unknown, 8 years old, February 10.
UNKNWN.8Years celebrates a year of hosting some of the best techno gatherings in the Philippines and of course, with a party.
The console will feature electronic duo Tersias Manila, Ornusa, Amaury Brooker, Email Rowe, Eleven, JAV/, Mikko Santos and Samantha Nicole.
UNKNWN.8years will start on 10 February at 15:00, location to be announced later. Tickets cost 1,788 euros.
10. JXP Valentine's Day Special, Quezon City, February 10.
It's almost Valentine's Day for Jess and Pat.
On February 10, the creative center will host a love festival. Bicolana singer-songwriter dwta will entertain fans with powerful and memorable stories, while pop-rock legend OPM Ang Bandang Shirley will drive everyone crazy.
The JXP Valentine's Special will be held on February 10 at Jess & Pat, 63 Maginhawa, Quezon City at 6:00pm PT. The gate price is 400 rubles.
—MGP, GMA Integrated News