The line up MTV Music Evolution was impressive alone, with Gab Valenciano, James Reid and Nadine Lustre also known as JaDine, famous songwriter and singer Bebe Rexha, Fareast Movement, the K-Pop Group Apink! and of course One Republic as the closing act!
During the press conference which was held at Sofitel Manila, each performer had expressed their excitement of being part of such a big event where The Philippines was chosen as the venue, press people from all over Asia were present to cover the question and answer portion, the MTV VJ's Yassi Pressman, Alan Wong, Hanli Hoefer and Andre Paras was also there gracing the event.
The MTV Philippines VJ's |
See some of the live clips here:
The show was scheduled at 7PM and even though I had just recovered from an episode of high blood pressure, that nor the rain could stop me from watching. MTV Music Evolution 2016 was held at the SM Mall Of Asia Concert Grounds and the large crowd was energetic despite of the heavy rains, great thing the MTV provided disposable rain coats for everyone and so that party went on!
What downpour?? With Blogger Iya of Iyabulos.com |
Mr. Pure Energy, Gary Valenciano opened up the MTV Music Evolution 2016 event with a blast, he even sang songs from his younger years which got the crowd going wild but the highlight was definitely his dance number with his son Gab Valenciano whose performance was amazing. I braved the rain for his performance!
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This was followed by the on and off-screen loveteam of JaDine where Nadine Lustre sang "Me and You" which was recognized by SBS Pop Asia with a Titanium Award, James Reid also rendered his popular songs. Since my co-blogger/friend Iya was a fan of James Reid we also took to the rains to catch a glimpse of his performance.
I especially enjoyed listening to Bebe Rexha and how much she also interacted with the crowd telling everyone that to keep doing what they love, I particularly remember when she was telling the crowd that she had her last 200USD in her pocket when she wrote one of her hits songs.
Apink left me with a huge LSS with the song "Remember" They were absolutely flawless with dancing and the crowd totally went wild.
The energy was lifted more with the hits from Fareast Movement who turned the concert into a party venue.
Last but not the least - One Republic where they made the crowd's wait totally worth it especially when they sang their hit "Apologize" and the crowd totally sang along!
It was a wondrous feeling to have attended and witnessed such a great gathering of amazing stars in one massive concert. With 26,000 people in attendance it was a peaceful gathering of music lovers of different genres but totally united by music and MTV Asia.
Thank you for the wonderful experience MTV Asia and Eon.com.ph!
If you missed it, you don't have to worry because of MTV Music Evolution Manila 2016 will premiere on MTV on Tuesday, 19 July at 7PM (TH/WIB), 8PM (PH/SG) and 9PM (MY).
There will also be repeat airings on the following dates:
- Tuesday, July 19 at 11PM (TH/WIB)
- Wednesday, 20 July at 12AM (PH/SG), 1AM (MY)
- Thursday, 21 July at 1030AM (TH/WIB), 1130AM (PH/SG) and 1230PM (MY)
- Saturday, 23 July at 130PM (TH/WIB), 230PM (PH/SG) and 330PM (MY)
- Sunday, 24 July at 7PM (TH/WIB), 8PM (PH/SG) and 9PM (MY)
- Monday, 25 July at 1PM (TH/WIB, 2PM (PH/SG) and 3PM (MY)
What's your favorite song from the featured artists above?
awwwww... reading this blogpost made me regret my decision not to brave the downpour and watched the show. Dolby gave us tickets, they are the official audio provider of the show... and one comment on Mr. Pure Energy... gosh did he discover the fountain of youth? He is not aging... not at all :)
ReplyDeleteExactly what I was thinking while I was watching him! Talking about timeless. :)
DeleteLove James Reid din since PBB days...Parang lahat ng celebrity crush ko hindi ko pa nakikita in person. Lol. I watched Gary V concert before and Mr. Energy talaga. :)
ReplyDeleteI really hope I get to watch Gary V in a full concert in the future too. :)
DeleteI miss going to concerts like this! Good thing MTV gave raincoats to the goers!! ;)
ReplyDeleteI was really surprised when they handed over the raincoats, but glad they did.
DeleteWhat a successful concert despite the rain! We can endure anything talaga for the things (and people) we love. :)
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to say no to Gary V eh hahaha.
DeleteIt's nice to see MTV going back to its roots, which is music. Would have loved to watch the performances but then tight schedule didn't allow me to go. Maybe next time :)
ReplyDeleteSayang sis, sana next time you can. The experience was really worth the while. :)
DeleteBongga! I love JaDine and One Republic. But hindi yata ako tatagal sa ulan with just a raincoat. Galing mo! :)
ReplyDeleteHahaha There was an enclosed media room naman so I got to rest once in a while. :)
DeleteWooh MTV Music, how very Gen-X! I love how they provided disposable raincoats; they didn't make the event any less cool.
ReplyDeleteExactly! I think it also made the goers forget it was raining hehe.
DeleteAnything by Gary V would be my favorites at this event. He's amazing and very inspirational!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely agree with you!
DeleteYou are lucky to attend such an event! I'm a fan of Gary V and I think he will never grow old, the real Mr. Pure Energy.
ReplyDeleteI feel super lucky hehe. Totoo yan, grabe parang he's still so young with his performance.
DeleteAwww! This is such an awesome event! I would love to see Gavy V live, he's definitely Mr. Pure energy!
ReplyDeleteIt's an experience of a lifetime sis!
DeleteI miss going to concert. I would love to see James Reid and Nadine. Hihihi :) I'm sure everyone enjoyed the event.
ReplyDeleteIt was a great crowd kahit super ulan. I really girl crushed on Nadine, ang ganda pala nya sa personal. :)
DeleteI love Gary V. I hope to meet or see him din huhu. It seemed you enjoyed the event Mommy hihi. Ang saya ng pics, mukhang very energetic talaga!:)
ReplyDeleteBitin sis haha. Di ako naka selfie sa kanya eh. :(
DeleteAwww, it's been a while since I last watched a concert like this. There's so many great performers. No wonder you enjoyed it!
ReplyDeleteIt's been a long time din sis for me. :) Pero yes, I surely did!
Deleteoh my, i missed this, sayang :((
ReplyDeleteCloset JaDine fan here!!! Haha! It's been such a long time since I've attended a concert like this. Must have brought back memories of yesteryears, no? 🤗
ReplyDeleteSuper sis, lakas ko maka teenager nito haha.
DeleteI agree, it's always a delight to see Mr. Pure Energy perform on stage. He always brings the house down.
ReplyDeleteHis opening was the bomb! :)
DeleteJames Reid <3 LOL. The last concert I attended was Usher's pa, back in 2010. LOL! This looks like a great event :)
ReplyDeleteHehehe me din 2009 pa ata LOL. :)
DeleteWOW! SUPER GANDA NAMAN NYAN!
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