Closeup Forever Summer Finale, It's Now or Never!

The music festival that brings you, your friends and your favorite performers together is here again!!! From EDM kings Martin Garrix to Alesso, to Aussie indie pop duo Julia & Angus Stone, Closeup Forever Summer has hosted a choice selection of iconic electric dance music artists to celebrate life, friendship, summer, and those unforgettable nights that make life worth living. This year, Closeup is doing it one last time (huhuhu I'm so sad), transforming the SM MOA concert grounds into a Tropical Desert Oasis for a night to outshine the rest. Here are details about the event and photos from the launch last February! :)

Closeup Forever Summer 2015

Your much awaited music festival is happening again this May!!! This year, Closeup Forever Summer is getting bigger and better – with bigger international acts, never-ending questions about people’s opinions on Facebook, and a bigger venue for more people to get close. It's quite cool how Closeup make their events all about you, US! :)

DISCLOSURE x SM Accessories Tickets Giveaway!

Here's another EDM party you wouldn't want to miss! The Electro house duo, DISCLOSURE, will perform here in Manila for the first time on July 24 at the World Trade Center. Once again sponsored by SM Accessories, I'm sure it's gonna be another exciting event! 

If you're still lost as to who they are, maybe this might help? Love this song!!!:)

I'm sure they'd be playing tons of awesome beats and tracks so let's G na!!!:)

Because SM Accessories love you, I'll be giving away 2 SILVER tickets to this event!!! 

Here's how to win:

1. Must be a reader of this blog.

2. Follow SM Accessories:

https://www.facebook.com/StyleMe.SMAccessories

http://instagram.com/smaccessories

https://twitter.com/SMAccessories

3. Tweet or Instagram this giveaway (don't forget to tag me @paxieness) and use the hashtag:  #SMAccessoriesxDisclosure 

4. Leave your Name, Email, Link to your post below. 

Goodluck! Will announce winner on July 22, 2014. See you there!

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!!!:)

SM Accessories x #ONEVibePH Giveaway!

Party like there's no tomorrow! Uniting all partyholics in one epic party on the eve of our Independence Day. SM Accessories and Viber Philippines bring you to #OneVibePH! Guest International DJs are Laidback Luke, Hard Rock Sofa, Infected Mushroom; also featuring local DJs, like Mars Miranda, Funk Avy, and Motherbass. So excited!:)

I am giving away 2 tickets to 1 lucky winner!

Mechanics:

1. Must be a reader of this blog.

2. Like and Follow SM Accessories on FB, IG and Twitter:

https://www.facebook.com/StyleMe.SMAccessories

https://twitter.com/SMAccessories

http://instagram.com/smaccessories

3. Share this on Twitter! Don't forget to tag me.

"I’m #OneWithSMAccessories for the #OneVibePH this June 11!" @paxieness

4. Leave your name, email and link of your post below;)

Will announce winners on Wednesday morning! Hope you could make it! See you there;) xo

Forever Summer with CLOSEUP

Closeup promises an even more exciting festival this year as they present Closeup Forever Summer, the first-ever crowd-sourced party in the country. From the theme, to what people wanted to wear, the time and place, and the music – Closeup gives partygoers control over this summer’s freshest party! After months of highly-publicized planning with over 500,000 people on social media, Closeup finally announces the details for this year’s Closeup Forever Summer music festival. April 5, Circuit Makati, Alesso + an amazing lineup. Couldn't get any better than that!:)

After weeks of listening in on people’s social media conversation, Closeup announced three foreign DJs and four local DJs as the acts for this year’s Closeup music festival last February 26 at Republiq. They capped off the night with an amazing set by Thomas Gold!!! He was so good!:)

 Warm welcome by Closeup ambassadors Enrique Gil and Coleen Garcia!

 with bf Paul

Coolest girl evah haha love my girl Sarah!

 Halooo Niche!

Danced for hours to the beats of Thomas Gold!!!:)

 Happy happy haha. With Nico and my cousins Pat and Rj!:)

Headlining Closeup Forever Summer is Alesso whose sets are among the most popular at the world’s largest music festivals such as Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival and the Electrid Daisy Carnival (EDC). This famous Swedish DJ has collaborated with producers Sebastian Ingrosso, Calvin Harris, and One Republic resulting to unforgettable tracks like “Calling”, “Years”, “If I Lose Myself”, and “Under Control”. I am so exciteeeed. I love him!!!!

Joining Alesso are DJs Helena and Deniz Koyu. Helena is one of EDM’s rising stars with her progressive, electro, and house beats. Big-room banger, Deniz Koyu is behind some of the most popular remixes to artists like Zedd (‘Spectrum’), Mike Snow (‘Pretender’), David Guetta (‘Just One Last Time’), Krewella (‘Live For The Night’), and Fedde Le Grand (‘So Much Love’). His recent anthem “Ruby” has been smashing up the Beatport charts lately, amassing support from the scene’s top DJs. Completing the lineup are local club favorites DJs Ace Ramos, Mars Miranda, Martin Pulgar, and Marc Naval.
Let’s get together to create the summer party to remember forever at Closeup Forever Summer – Create Your Own Summer Party. Stay closer for longer only with Closeup!!!

Tickets will be sold in all SM Ticket outlets. Ticket prices are set at P4,000 for VIP and P2,500 for Gold. For details about the early bird price-off, follow Closeup on Twitter at @CloseupPH. SVIP Table reservations are via Republiq at 0917-550-8888.

Closeup Forever Summer is sponsored by Republiq, Circuit Makati, Havaianas, Greenwich, Folded and Hung, Sunnies by Charlie, MYX, Yellow Brick Media, and Manila Concert Scene.