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Original Pilipino Music (OPM) acts as a cultural bridge for Filipinos abroad, invoking a sense of nostalgia and connecting them to their roots.
However, the pandemic imposed restrictions, leading to the absence of Philippine artists holding concerts and leaving a void in the hearts of the Filipino community Down Under.
As, the concert scene revived, rekindling hopes for a resurgence of live OPM performances.
Here's a glimpse of the OPM artists' lineup for 2024, set to hold concerts in different parts of Australia:
Comedy Manila
Comedy Manila is a production house that produces quality comedy shows that feature local and foreign acts in the country. The Comedy Manila Australian Tour is featuring four of the Philippines’ top stand-up comedians: Red Ollero, James Caraan, GB Labrador, and Victor Anastacio.
- August 30 - Bryan Brown Theatre, Bankstown, Sydney
Ryan Cayabyab
Mr C is known as one of the pillars of Original Pilipino Music (OPM), he says that while many OPM songs have Western influence we still manage to create songs with distinct Filipino sound. This September, after more than four years of planning Mr C and the Ryan Cayabyab Singers will return to Australia to perform.
Ryan, Ryan Cayabyab Musikahan - The Melbourne Concert
- September 1 - Williamstown, Town Hall, Melbourne
Ryan, Ryan Cayabyab Musikahan - The Queensland Concert
- September 7 - Highway Church, Ormeau, Queensland
Amy Reeves
2024 Australian Idol finalist Ms. Amy Reeves hails from Broome, Western Australia, and boasts a degree in singing from WAAPA. Joining her on stage are two extraordinary Filipina-Australian vocalists: Fasika Ayallew, a standout finalist from The Voice Australia 2017, and Trinity Young, who captivated audiences as a finalist on The Voice Australia in 2014.
- September 28 - Club Burwood Entertainment Dome, Burwood NSW
Concluded:
Sarah Geronimo and Bamboo
Award-winning pop star Sarah Geronimo, celebrated for her hits "Tala," "Misteryo," "Forever's Not Enough," and "Maybe This Time," will join forces with rock icon Bamboo for an exciting concert tour. They will be joined by Australian Idol runner-up Amy Reeves.
- August 9 - Hillsong Convention Centre in Sydney
- August 11- PCEC Riverside Theatre in Perth
Parokya ni Edgar
Also heading to Australia is Parokya Ni Edgar, the popular Filipino alternative rock band formed in 1993. The multi-award-winning band features Chito Miranda on lead vocals, Gab Chee Kee and Darius Semana on guitars, Buwi Meneses on bass, and Dindin Moreno on drums.
Parokya Ni Edgar is celebrated for their unique “novelty” hits, including fan favorites like “Mr. Suave,” “Buloy,” “Please Don’t Touch My Birdie,” “Inuman Na,” “Halaga,” “Picha Pie,” and “Harana.”
- 9 August - Williamstown, Town Hall, Melbourne VIC
- 11 August - Kingston Butter Factory, QLD
- 18 August - Roundhouse, Sydney NSW
Gigi De Lana
Gigi De Lana and The Gigi Vibes captivated Australian audiences with their debut tour. Known for her powerful vocals and dynamic performances, former Tawag ng Tanghalan finalist, Gigi De Lana and her band captured global attention during the pandemic with their viral rendition of Roselle Nava’s “Bakit Nga Ba Mahal Kita.” Their covers of classics like “Through the Fire,” “Saving All My Love for You,” and “If Ever You’re in My Arms Again” further resonated with audiences, drawing in a dedicated following.
Rated Gigi Concert:
- July 27 - Sydney Coliseum Theatre
- July 28 - Metropolis Fremantle, Perth
- August 2 - Enjoy Venues at Sunshine North, Melbourne
Raymond Lauchengco
Raymond Lauchengco rose to fame in the 80s through the movie "Bagets" and with songs like "Farewell," "I Need You Back," and "Just Got Lucky."
Forever Australian tour:
- June 7 - Kedron Wavell Blue Pacific Room, Brisbane
- June 14 - Smithfield RSL Club, Sydney
- June 21 - Wallsend RSL, Newcastle
- June 22 - Orandstar Reception Center, Melbourne
- June 28 - Southern Cross Club, Canberra
Marco Sison
Marco Sison has captured the hearts of Filipino audiences with his timeless romantic ballads. Rising to fame in the late 1970s and 1980s, Sison is renowned for his hits such as “Si Aida, Si Lorna, at Si Fe,” “Sana’y Maghintay Ang Walang Hanggan,” and “What I Did for Love.”
- 23 June - Philippine Community Centre, Laverton Melbourne
- 30 June - St Mary's Leagues Club, Sydney
(Photo from Left) Jugs of The Itchyworms, Boboy Garovillo of Apo Hiking Society, Gloc-9, Dingdong Avanzado & Jessa Zaragoza Credit: Jeremy Caisip Photography on Itchyworms, Apo Hiking Society Facebook, Gloc-9 Facebook, Dingdong Avanzado Facebook
Apo Hiking Society
Apo Hiking Society is an icon in OPM with a career spanning five decades. Some of their popular hits include "Batang-Bata Ka Pa," "Ewan," "When I Met You," and "Panalangin."
Apo Hiking Society Live Down Under 2024 Tour:
- Feb 2 - John Curtin College of Performing Arts, Perth
- Feb 3 - Woodville Townhall, Adelaide
- Feb 9 - Diamond Showroom, Blacktown Workers Club, Sydney
- Feb 10 - Williamstown Townhall, Melbourne
- Feb 11 - Darwin Entertainment Center, Darwin
Dingdong Avanzado & Jessa Zaragosa
The couple brings a blend of pop and ballad hits to the stage. With hits like "Basta't Kasama Kita" and "Maghihintay Sa'yo, "Dingdong Avanzado gained fame in the late 1980s and 1990s while Jessa Zaragosa has released several albums, and some of her popular songs include "Bakit Pa" and "Ibigay Mo Na."
"Sa Aking Puso" Live in Australia 2024 Tour:
- February 24 - Melbourne
- March 1 - Sydney
- March 3 - Perth
Itchyworms
The Filipino rock band is known for their catchy and witty songs, and they have gained popularity in the Philippines for their energetic performances and unique musical style. Some of their well-known songs include "Beer," "Akin Ka Na Lang," and "Penge Naman Ako N'yan."
Akin Ka Na Lang Australia 2024
- Mar 1 - Darwin
- Mar 2 - Brisbane
- Mar 8 - Sydney
- Mar 9 - Adelaide
Gloc-9 and Filipino Rappers:
Gloc-9, a seasoned rapper and songwriter, along with Skusta Clee, Flow G, Shanti Dope, John Roa, Omar Baliw, HELLMERRY, Hero, CHOCOLATE FACTORY, brings the dynamic Filipino rap scene to Australia.
NUMINOUS X ASINTADA AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2024
- March 10 - Metro City Concert Club Perth
- March 12 - The Northcote Theatre Melbourne
- March 17 - The Metro Theatre Sydney
- March 18 -The Princess Theatre Brisbane
UPDATE as of 08 March 2024: Spongecola cancelled their Australian tour
