OPM, K-POP, ROCK ACTS TO HYPE UP PHL CONCERT SCENE IN 2026

From K-pop and rock to Original Pilipino Music, the Philippine concert scene is set to burst with energy this year, with several local and international artists performing at venues nationwide.

- By CHARMIE JOY PAGULONG

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Tonight (Jan. 7), OPM artists Rico Blanco, Kamikazee, Ebe Dancel, Nina and This Band will make it feel like it's already "Hearts Month" with the "Broken Hearts Club Concert" at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena.

Soft rock duo Air Supply will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a series of shows kicking off in Passi City, Iloilo on Jan. 11, followed by a show in Calamba City, Laguna on Jan. 24, Cagayan de Oro, Jan. 25, and the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel, Jan. 27.

On the other hand, South Korean boy band RIIZE will bring their "RIIZING LOUD IN MANILA" concert on Jan. 17 at the SM MOA Arena, while Red Velvet member Wendy will hold her first "WORLD TOUR IN MANILA," presented by L-Squared Productions, at the New Frontier Theater on Jan. 17.

On Jan. 18, P-pop group 1ST ONE will mount their "All 1N Finale Concert" at the SM North Edsa Skydome, while American musician Israel Houghton will perform at the SM MOA Arena.

On Jan. 19, the Los Angeles-based pop duo Fly By Midnight will play at the Music Museum, while the Christian music group Israel and New Breed will take the stage at the IC3 Convention Center in Cebu.