5 Concerts in Metro Manila This August 2019 for Die-Hard Music Fans

When: August 2, 2019; Friday, 7:00 PM

Where: Power Mac Center Spotlight, Makati City

Ever since their debut in 1997, American Football has become an inspiration for young bands all over the world. However, to the dismay of their fans, the group went on hiatus for 14 years. Happily, the emo grunge band resurrected in 2014, gaining them new and younger fans. Mostly known for their classic tune “Never Meant,” American Football expands their legacy with the release of their third self-titled album this year.

The new album is a treat for younger fans as the band collaborated with Paramore’s Hayley Williams for the song “Uncomfortably Numb.” Joining American Football in their Manila show will be local band Typecast. Tickets are available at Bandwagon Asia’s website.

Tips for a good experience: Bring a jacket to keep yourself warm since it is cold inside the Power Mac Center Spotlight.

How to get to Power Mac Center Spotlight: Ride the MRT to Guadalupe station. From the station, ride a jeepney en route to Del Pan or El Guinto and get off at PRC. Circuit Makati is walking distance from there. Once there, find the yellow building; the Power Mac Center Spotlight is on its second floor.

When: August 3, 2019; Saturday, 8:00 PM

Where: Metrotent Convention Center Metrowalk Commercial Complex, South Drive Meralco Ave, Brgy. Ugong, Pasig City

OPM fans received the best treat this year when two different generations of artists in the form of Rico Blanco and IV of Spades collaborated with the release of the track “Nagbabalik” (Returning). Besides the release of the song, the two acts will also come together for a one-night concert at Metrotent Convention Center.

IV of Spades became popular due to their hit songs “Mundo” (World) and “Hey Barbara.” On the other hand, Rico Blanco is an OPM icon on his own as the vocalist of the legendary band Rivermaya. Several of the band’s famous songs include “214,” “Himala,” (Miracle) and “Ulan” (Rain).

Tips for a good experience: The area around Metrotent is filled with heavy traffic during rush hour. Since the show will start at 8:00 PM, start your travel an hour early to give way for traffic. If you have a car, arriving at the venue early also helps in securing a parking spot since the Metrotent’s parking slots are fewer than usual concert locations.

How to get to Metrotent: Take the MRT to Ortigas station. Walk towards SM Megamall and ride a jeepney or UV Express heading to Robinsons Galleria. While at Robinsons Galleria, ride a jeep heading to Rosario and ask the driver to drop you off at Meralco Ave. It is near Home Depot. Metrowalk is in front of Marco Polo Hotel. The Metrotent is within the area.

When: August 25, 2019; Sunday, 7:00 PM

Where: New Frontier Theater, Quezon City, Metro Manila

Returning to Manila this month is Kpop girl group GFriend. Their Manila show will be part of GFriend’s “Go Go GFriend” Asia Tour. The sextet previously visited Manila last August 2018 for their first solo concert. GFriend rose to fame through their hit songs “Glass Bead,” “Sunrise,” and “Love Whisper.” Tickets for the concert are available at TicketNet outlets and TicketNet online.

Tips for a good experience: If you want to buy merchandise (merch) on the venue, arrive early since the lines for the table is long. Merch also tend to get sold out. But if you don’t want the hassle, you can find Gfriend merch on the internet and get them before the concert.

How to get to the New Frontier Theater: Ride either the LRT-2 or MRT-3 then alight at the Araneta Center Cubao Station. Take the exit and walk along Aurora Boulevard. From there, take a turn to General Aguinaldo Avenue on the right side. Turn left and you’ll see the New Frontier Theatre.

Resorts World Manila will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a two-night concert from none other than Lea Salonga. Known for her colorful career in theater and local showbiz, Lea Salonga was a Broadway darling with her iconic roles as Kim in Miss Saigon and Fantine in Les Miserables.

Theater fanatics and music lovers alike will enjoy the concert, which is expected to be filled with amazing performances from one of the Philippines’ most talented artists. Tickets are available at TicketWorld outlets and TicketWorld online.

Tips for a good experience: Since the venue is Resorts World Manila, check if there’s a dress code for the event.

How to get to Newport Performing Arts Theatre at Resorts World Manila: Take the MRT-3 and get off at Taft Avenue station then go down the stairs at the northbound side of the station. Turn left into a passageway next to Mcdonald’s and look for a Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 shuttle commuter bus. Ask the driver to drop you off at Resorts World Manila. The Newport Performing Arts Theatre is located at Level 2 of the Newport Mall.

When: August 31, 2019; Saturday, 7:00 PM

Where: Araneta Coliseum

Another Kpop act that will grace the Philippine shore is Kpop group Nu’Est. The Philippines is one of the band’s stopovers for their “Segno” tour. This would be Nu’Est’s comeback concert in Manila after 6 years. Filipino L.O.Λ.Es (their official name of the boy group’s fan club) will get to see JR, Baekho, Ren, Aron, and Minhyun perform their hit songs “Good Bye Bye,” “Hello,” “Face,” and “Overcome.” Tickets are available at TicketNet outlets and TicketNet online.

Tips for a good experience: if you want to carry a fan sign, make sure it is not too big so you won’t obstruct the view of those behind you.

How to get to Smart Araneta Coliseum: Take an LRT-2 train and alight at the Araneta Center-Cubao Terminal Station. Exit the station and walk in the direction of Gateway Mall and pass through the red gate. Araneta Coliseum is near Farmers Market. It is the dome-shaped building.

Make August memorable with these concerts awaiting you this month!

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