After a slew of EDM extravaganzas and Top 40 hitmakers jumpstarted the ’ber months, expect some gospel, indie and retro rock acts, plus YouTube sensations, to keep the concert calendar busy.
Brace yourselves for another “British invasion” in early 2015—with Bastille, The 1975, The Vamps, Ed Sheeran and One Direction. More details soon, but in the meantime, here’s a list of what to expect soon.
Saved Festival 2014
- Who: Israel Houghton & New Breed, Esterlyn, Victory Worship and guest speaker Francis Chan
- When: Oct. 11, 7 p.m.
- Where: Smart Araneta Coliseum
- How much: P1,500 (Patron); P1,000 (Box); P500 (Upper Box); P300 (General Admission). Call 9105524, 9105352; visit ticketnet.com.ph.
Magic! Live in Manila
- When: Oct. 22, 8 p.m.
- Where: Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila
- How much: Call Ticketworld at 8919999; visit ticketworld.com.ph.
Mariah Carey
- When: Oct. 28, 8 p.m.
- Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena
- How much: P15,840 (VIP, Patron A); P12,680 (Patron B); P10,560 (Lower Box A); P8,450 (Lower Box B); P4,230 (Upper Box); P1,960 (GA). Tickets are available at SM Tickets branches; call 4702222; www.smtickets.com.
Soul Surf 2014
- Who: Dishwalla, Thomas Jack, Gigamesh, Werwolvz, Doctor Werewolf, Panic City, Miles Medina, Kjwan, Quest, Euric, Motherbasss, Zombettes, Sinyma, Manolet Dario, John Monreal, Deuce Manila, Jess Milner, Laurenthie, Manskee, Katsy Lee and other artists to be announced
- When: Oct. 24-26
- Where: San Juan, La Union
- How much: P7,350 (Awesome Promo VIP package); P4,850 (Cool Promo VIP package).
- Inclusive of two nights’ stay at the beachfront Costa Villa Resort with one free Festival Ticket for every five tickets. Call 0947-7887486, 0949-7030258; www.soulsurfph.com
Mr. Big
- When: Oct. 31, 8 p.m.
- Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena
- How much: P4,240 (VIP); P3,710 (Patron); P2,650 (Lower Box A); P1,910 (Lower Box B); P1,280 (Lower Box C). Tickets are available at SM Tickets branches. Call 4702222; visit www.smtickets.com
Chvrches Live in Manila 2014
- When: Nov. 26
- Where: Samsung Hall, SM Aura
- How much: P5,162.88 (VIP); P4,087.28 (Gold). Call Ticketworld at 8919999; visit www.ticketworld.com.ph
Jason Mraz with Raining Jane
- When: Nov. 27, 8 p.m.
- Where: Smart Araneta Coliseum
- How much: P5,800 (Patron VIP); P4,800 (Patron); P3,500 (Box); P2,300 (Upper Box); P800 (General Admission); prices exclusive of ticketing service charge. Call TicketNet at 9115555; visit www.ticketnet.com.ph
Tiffany Alvord and Tanner Patrick
- When: Dec. 1, 8 p.m.
- Where: Grand Ballroom, Solaire Resort and Casino
- How much: To be announced
The Lemonheads
- When: Dec. 4, 8 p.m.
- Where: Whitespace, Chino Roces Ave. Extension, Makati City
- How much: P4,168 (Gold); P2,605 (Silver). Call Ticketworld at 8919999 ; visit www.ticketworld.com.ph, www.pinoytuner.com, www.facebook. com/pinoytuner.
Yellowcard live in Manila
- When: Dec. 12, 8 p.m.
- Where: Skydome, SM City North Edsa
- How much: P4,240 (VIP Standing); P3,180 (Gold Standing); P2,120 (Silver, Free Seating). Tickets are available at SM Tickets branches; call 4702222; visit www.smtickets.com