#MyBreak: Backstreet Boys Epic Concert

I seldom go to biglaang events, but when Aj Yabut contacted me if I wanted to watch BSB's concert at MOA Arena, I said yes without batting an eye! Haha. Didn't want to feel sorry for myself again if I missed this opportunity pa to see THE greatest & bestest (nagimbento ako word for them deserve nila yan) boyband of all time! Wala ng tatalo. Sorry. So happy I got to see them live on stage with my jowa Nico and best girlfriend Anagon! Too bad, I had to leave early because I had a Skype call (for work which I had to answer at home) so I didn't finish the whole thing. I was able to experience pa din naman the forever epic, BSB magic. One of the most amazing nights of my life! Pinagisipan ko talaga if I'll bring my treasured BSB cassette tape. O cge na bukingan na talaga ng age leche haha. Then I thought, wag na d ko din naman mapapasign haha. I remember how I would watch MTV for hours just to catch their videos with matching kilig on the side. And how I would try to imitate their dance moves (kaya puro gasgas silya namin sa bahay) and how I loved daydreaming na jowa ko si Nick Carter or Kevin. So much memories! So many good ones. Oh, what I would give just to re-live those moments. Sarap maging 16! HaHA. And then eto na nga! Thank you Kitkat and Aj for giving us the break we deserve! Taray haha. Here are photos from that night:)

 OOTDay! Thrifted top, Greenlane shop jumper, Parfois bag, Forever 21 shoes

Armin Concert x Globe Tattoo Trend Talks

It's not a secret (lalo na sa blog friends ko haha) that I'm so into EDM or Electronic Dance Music right now. I think each music genre has it's own golden time and it's quite surprising how EDM, without warning, took over the music scene like a sweet explosion this 2014. I've been to countless events/concerts this past year and it's the recurring theme. I have a separate "Happy" EDM playlist in my Spotify account and I love how one song could boost my mood and fuel me the whole day. My first major EDM concert was Avicii at MOA Arena (thanks Globe!), followed by Tiesto and the rest was history.

I was one of the lucky few who was able to attend Globe Tattoo's first ever TREND TALKS at Solaire a few weeks ago. Hosted by prominent event industry insider Tim Yap and supermodel Joey Mead King, the forum tackled a variety of topics about Electronic Dance Music from the artists’ point of view down to the business and career side of the industry. Here are photos from the event!

 wish I listened to each one!

 Electronic Music History

I came alone (until Papa David kept me company), but I really enjoyed the talk! I am a huge fan of Alternative music, so being there taught me a lot about my new favorite genre. :)

First speaker was veteran DJ Nicky Hurado who shared his experiences being at the forefront of the clubbing scene back in the days of hit clubs like Orange Juice.

Next up were Driven Manila’s Domini Primero and Bigfish International’s Ricky Daker who talked about international trends that permeated the local dance-event market. As two of the country's leading event and concert promoters who have worked with countless foreign acts, their wisdom proved integral to the discussion. 

Next speakers were top local DJ Mars Miranda and business maverick Stephen Ku, who tackled the business side of putting up clubs and establishments and making a career out of being a DJ. Pulling from their experiences, they gave valuable insight that aspiring musicians and producers, as well as entrepreneurs, can draw inspiration from. 

The gorgeous Katrina Razon and Mikail Schemm began their segment by treating the crowd with a special set showcasing their signature brand of sound. They shared their view on the shifting patterns and trends of underground music in Southeast Asia, taking off from their immersions and observations, having travelled to different parts of the world. 

Completing the lineup of speakers were Ingo Voglemann and Pav Parrotte, who showed the similarities and contrasts between the international and local underground dance music scenes.

Five-time top DJ in the world and producer Armin Van Buuren top-billed the event, in which he shared his expertise and international view on the evolution of dance music, particularly in progressive trance and uplifting trance—genres he is most familiar with.  

Armin welcomed questions from the press, guest and fans about his passion for music and his world tour, as well as his pre-show rituals and future plans. He was also asked about balancing being a prolific artist and being a devoted family man.

 too cute! 

Kinilig ako sa tuwa! My #1 favorite EDM song is "This Is What It Feels Like" by Armin. I could listen to it over and over the whole day. I kid you not. Post breakup, I was only able to create poems or emo hits whenever it's playing. Promise. Weird pero ang cool lang haha.

 EDM movers and shakers!

After the talk, Nico and I went on a mini date muna. Ate dinner and watched Maleficent before heading back to the Arena. And then it's showtime!

 hello weirdo

The show was absolutely AMAZING!!! It ran for 6 hours (we didn't finish na coz we had work), but it was so worth it. One of the best shows I've been to. Great music, amazing set design and production..Armin really went all out on this one. So glad I was there to witness it!:)

Love the set! O db bongga. He even brought ALL his singers sa tour. Even Trevor Guthrie who sang my favorite song!!!:) Waaaah. 

 

New fave song on my list: Sound of the Drums! LSS!

Thank you Globe Tattoo for an incredible night. One for the books! Best moments of 2014 levels. Hehe. I love you Armin---and Cat Trivino!!!:)

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Manila Concert Tickets Giveaway!

The duo that gave you the hit song Thrift Shop, Same Love, Can't Hold Us etc. is holding an epic concert party in Manila! 

Presented by Viber and VISA, Grammy Award winners Macklemore and Ryan Lewis are ready to give every ounce of their energy as they perform and party their hearts out with the Filipinos on March 16 at MOA Arena! 

Ryan Lewis goes on to say how the show is 100% conceptualized by them and their team. The rap duo / independent artists won four Grammy Awards last January, including best new artist and rap album for "The Heist," beating efforts from Kendrick Lamar, Jay Z, Kanye West and Drake. 

Here's the best part... I am giving away 2 Lower box tickets to 1 winner!:) 

Mechanics:

1. Must be reader of this blog.

2. Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram:

FB- @drowningequilibriums

Twitter & Instagram- @paxieness

2. Follow SM Accessories: 

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3. Use these as hashtags when you tweet or instagram the giveaway: 

#SMAccessoriesSummer and #SMAccessoriesxMacklemoreRyanLewis

4. Leave your Name, email and URL of your post below:)

Giveaway will close on March 15, 2014. Goodluck!:)

*Macklemore and Ryan Lewis are set to perform at the Mall of Asia Arena on March 16, 2014. Presented by Viber and VISA. Brought to you by Wize & Ope Watches. Official residence is Solaire Resort and Casino.  Media partners include 2nd Avenue, ETC, JackTV, MYX, BusinessWorld, Philippine Daily Inquirer, BusinessMirror, Philippine Star, Monster RX 93.1, 105.9 Radio High, 99.5 PlayFM, PEP.ph, ClickTheCity, PhilippineConcerts.com, Wheninmanila, Circuit 
Magazine, Status Magazine, Pinoytuner, IndieJam.Org, Odyssey, SM Mall of Asia, SM North Edsa, and GrabTaxi. Tickets are available at all SM Tickets outlets, and online at www.smtickets.com or call 470-222.  Tickets prices are: Moshpit, P 5940; Patron, P 4770; VIP Standing, P 3180; Lower Box A, P 3500, Lower Box B, 2650. Another world-class production brought to you by Concertus Manila. For more information, call Concertus Manila at 403-8678. 

Avicii Concert + Rayban!

I know I said I'm so done with my tugs tugs days, but I couldn't say no to my Rayban fam's invitation to remaster cool by experiencing the Avicii high! So off I went to SM MOA Arena last May 15 with some of my closest blogger girlfriends. I didn't know what to expect, well I expected a lot of conyo kids, but I was 100% sure I was gonna have a good time coz I was with the YOLO girls, Ana, Tin, Tracy and Mikki. It was not our kind of scene but we made the night ours! Haha. It turned out more than I expected it to be. EPIC:) Thank you Rayban for making this happen! And no, we didn;t wear shades sa kadiliman okay. We wore it lang for photos. Well, except for Tracy coz she's cool like that. Hehe. Photos!

photo from Ana and Tracy!

 Killer Visuals!!!

I was a little weirded out that Avicii didn't even say hi to the crowd. Pamysterious si Kuya! I got used to concerts wherein the bands or singers connect to the audience kasi. He just came, played and left. I kept saying, "Baka si Tim Yap lang yan! Or yung Assistant ni Avicii, d natin makita mukha eh!". Wahaha.

favorite girls

collage by tracy

hello Seph and Trice!

my forever partner in crime!

 baket Mikki? Haha

now with Angela!

hello Vern! and the photobomber at the back.

loveeee.

bathroom selfie x 4. Haha. I love you girlys!

It was a fun night of excessive fist pumping and jumping and screaming and laughing. I forgot how fun it was to party! We didn't even drink. Haha. Well, okay we did, just one glass of Tanduay but no effect naman. We were just high on everyone's energy lng. So contagious. Haha. Tracy can't stop raving about the wonderful co-relation of wearing Raybans to a trance party. I saw nga haha. Matry nga next time. Thanks again Rayban!:)

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