When In Manila and looking to rock out then Jared Leto and his band, 30 Seconds to Mars is the only way to do it right!         Well first you need to check out DJ Shayla’s review of the concert here – http://www.wheninmanila.com/not-even-the-rain-could-stop-an-awesome-concert-30-seconds-to-mars-performed-live-in-manila/   I was there too and had way too much fun! I just wanted to give a little extra footage and reviews of the event.         [...]

        When In Manila, I’ve never heard a Philippine crowd cheer so LOUD!!!   Check out the first moments before Incubus steps out onto the Manila stage at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.           I’m really not sure what it is about Brandon Boyd or the guys from Incubus, but there was really nothing stopping them from completely making the crowd fall in love with them!   I think [...]

Worried about the rainy season with a concert a few hours away? You think people won’t show up to show their support for bands that they love? Heck, no. When in Manila, trust that the rain  can never dampen the spirits of the filipino people who live for the thrill of adventure and last night’s concert by 30 Seconds to Mars became quite an adventure in the rain indeed.     Armed with a raincoat [...]

Demi Lovato is back with her first single “Skyscraper” from the album carrying the same title and it’s been earning praises and raves straight from its release. It’s been getting lots of positive reviews that it’s even become a trending topic on Twitter worldwide! “Skyscraper” has an inspiring message that says, people might try to pull you down but you’ll slowly pick yourself up and rise above them like a skyscraper. Honestly, the message is [...]

Partywizards.biz presents Sugar Hiccup back to back with Charmi Santos at 121 Grille and Restaurant Partywizards.biz is proud to present the band, Sugar Hiccup and singer/songwriter, Charmi Santos, in a one night event on July 9, 2011 at 8:00 P.M. The event will be held at 121 Grille and Restaurant, Allegro Center, Chino Roces Ave. (formerly Pasong Tamo Ext.) Makati City.       Best known for minimalist lyrics in imaginary languages, soaring vocal pyrotechnics [...]

It was a party among parties! The first ever giant Black Light Party in Manila!   Thanks so much to our friends from San Mig Light who invited us over to experience this crazy event! Thanks also to our friends from Big Fish and Mellow 94.7.     The night started out with a huge line outside of the World Trade Center function rooms. Thankfully, we had our friends in high places who got us [...]

Lourd de Veyra “This is a Crazy Planets” Book Launch by JC Ansis     When In Manila, drop by the nearest bookstore and grab a copy of Lourd de Veyra’s latest book, This is a Crazy Planets. Last Friday, I bravely weathered the storm and drove from Cavite to Katipunan for the book launch of This is a Crazy Planets at Route 196.   If you aren’t already familiar, This is a Crazy Planets [...]

Before we came to know the powerful divas namely Beyonce, Whitney Houston, and Tina Turner, it was Patti LaBelle who ruled the concert stages and airwaves. Iconic artist Pati La Belle received the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ at the BET Awards 2011 for her outstanding contribution in the music industry for the past few decades. La Belle was clearly moved by the message of the African-American artists who have looked up on her as an inspiration. [...]

The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber at the Cultural Center of the Philippines CCP review     When In Manila, be sure to drop by its performing arts theaters for a glimpse of a different culture shown through dance, speech and other art forms. We Filipinos live with art day by day, specifically with music, and we are very welcoming when it comes to the latest and best sounds. The current melody hitting Manila is [...]

  Princess – DJ Got Us Fallin in Love Again MV INDIOBOY PRODUCTIONS Label: VICOR Artist: Princess Director: Harold Soon   Princess Official Music Video: DJ Got Us Fallin In Love Again – Usher Cover

  When in Manila, be sure to watch a concert especially one from an international artist. That’s what I did together with my friend, Liz Martin. We joined tweens and teens alike to catch none other than reigning teen queen Miley Cyrus’ performance at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds also called the Miley Cyrus Corazon Gitano Tour. Did you know that the Philippines is actually her only tour stop in Asia? Nice right? As [...]

UP ACES presents: BlackOut: Indulgence Overload This is the time of the year to start your sem right! Get yourself pumped up for the biggest and loudest sem-starter party in the city.   This year, UP Association of Civil Engineering Students brings you a night of pure fun and overloading indulgence. Dance your night away featuring the hippest sound of Manila’s most sought-after DJs and live acts. Be entertained with the spectacle of neon and [...]

  German Model turned DJ: Miss Nine in Amber Ultra Lounge, Fort BGC   In the heavily male dominated DJ market, it is rare to find a female DJ who can create a huge impact on the scene in a short amount of time. Miss Nine has not only been able to outshine and make her presence known in such a world, but she has done so all within five years of picking up a [...]

This is the new Princess Music Video as created by WhenInManila.com founding member Harold Soon and his group called Indioboy Productions.     INDIOBOY PRODUCTIONS Label: VICOR Artist: Princess Director: Harold Soon Director of Photography: dom Dycaico 2nd Camera Operator: Alec Rivera Production Manager: Nikki Puyat Production Designer: Karen Ramos Editor: Nicole Ang Colorist: dom Dycaico PA and Actor: Gino Parma    

Pinoy Pride Fair Singapore 2011 with TrueFaith, Aiza Seguerra and Tim Tayag Keeping the Faith, with Truefaith   Simply put, Truefaith is one of the most enduring, as well as one of the most prolific Filipino pop/rock bands. The group traces its origins back to 1992, when Medwin Marfil (then a student of De La Salle University) teamed up with a couple of friends, and mustered the courage to submit an original song they put [...]

JUNE 5, 2011 IS WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY!   Aquabest and its mother company GQWEST Inc would like to join the world in celebrating and working towards the ideals of World Environment Day (WED). Environment Day was started in 1972 and aims to stimulate environmental awareness and spur public action. Since then it has been celebrated every year on June 5. This year the theme for the celebrations is Forests: Nature At Your Service. The campaign [...]

Converse Block Party: We are one! By JC Ansis   When In Manila, I got to attend the Converse Block Party at SM Mall of Asia last May 28, 2011. An entire day full of fun and sports activities, the Converse Block Party was all about uniting the community and tapping into the “bayanihan” attitude of Filipinos.   One thing that bridges people together is the clothes they wear, and as we all know, Converse [...]

The Transformation of Amber Davis by JC Ansis       Most of the tunes we hear on the radio and see on the music channels these days are geared towards the clubbing scene. A lot of people have fallen in love with the dance sound – a combination of fast melodies and heavy beats. Kids enjoy listening to this type of music, songs that you would normally hear from most foreign artists like the [...]

When In Manila, be sure to pick up a copy of Circuit Magazine to hear about all the best parties and events from around  the metro!     Just wanted to say thanks so much to our friends J.R. Isaac and the rest of Circuit Magazine for this awesome first feature of The Wake Up Show on their May 2011 issue of Circuit Magazine!   Circuit Magazine is the premier free publication to find the [...]

    If you’re asking: “What is there to do in Manila on a Sunday night?” or “What kind of nightlife is there on a Sunday in Manila?” then you’ve come to the right place!     When In Manila, I just discovered the most laid back place you can hang out on a Sunday Night! Check out the Reggae Nights at The Collective in Makati as hosted by the B-Side Bar.     No [...]