Mr. Big Final farewell World Concert Tour happening in Manila 2023

Mr Big is returning to Manila for their farewell tour They want to give their fans a proper farewell and it seems that a world tour is a right thing to do. For those who may not be familiar, Mr. Big is an American rock band originally composed of Eric Martin, Paul Gilbert, Billy Sheehan, and Pat Torpey. They are considered a hard rock band but they are not afraid to release softer songs that really touch the heart.

One of their popular songs is "To Be With You" and "Just Take My Heart", which are known for their passionate vocal harmony. They are still super famous even today and have explored different genres over the years before they disbanded in 2002. It is interesting to note that their lead singer, Eric Martin, once auditioned for various iconic bands back in the 70s and 80s including Van Halen, Toto, and Rainbow.

After disbanding, Eric Martin released solo albums and covered Japanese songs. However, due to public clamor, Mr. Big reunited and released an album in 2010 titled "What If". Their original drummer, Pat Torpey, was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and passed away in 2018. The band went on a long hiatus until they announced their tour in 2023 with a new drummer.

Mr. Big is very popular in Asia, especially in Japan, and has loyal fans. They previously toured in the Philippines in 2011 at the Araneta Coliseum and are returning for their farewell tour in 2023, which includes Manila on August 9 at the Skydome.

Know your local artist: Khervin John Gallandez : The Ilocano Artist

Khervin John Gallandez is an emerging visual artist from Ilocos. It has been a personal advocacy to share the amazing people I have met while on the road Khervin John Gallandez, is one of the many hopefuls in the local art industry— and he is definitely worth our time. He has focus and determination and young artists can learn a lot from his willingness to evolve when it comes to his craft. Q&A : At what age did you first realize that you wanted to become an artist? I started to draw at the age of 7, as far as I remember. I draw simple houses with my cousins. My mother was a disciplinarian before, and she provides used papers for me to draw/scribble instead of me going out and playing around. When my father came back in Philippines from working abroad, he brought set of encyclopedias for me to read. It was then the first time that I read about paintings of the old masters (e.g. Leonardo Da Vinci, Van Gogh and others) which gave me my

Why you need to visit the Bamboo Intramuros

There are very few places in Metro Manila that would make you feel relaxed and one with nature . I was fortunate enough to meet one of the legendary owners of Bamboo Grande franchise. Honesto Deuda aka Ka-Oni is well loved by friends, acquaintances and people who have met him from different walks of life. He co-owns some of the best bar and restaurants in Metro Manila. Ka Oni is known for creating inspiring and bars that have soul, spunk and spirit. He has been conceptualizing organic looking resto bars for more than 10 years now. Ka- Oni's creations are noticeable because the resto bars that he creates are made out of love for music and the arts. His process is different, Ka Oni creates the vision for the restaurants but does not need to put them on paper, they are directly executed from his imagination to reality. Ka Oni was already featured in Mabuhay International Magazine for the amazing work that he has done with his surrounding commun

Origami Pilipinas: Changing the Country one paper fold at a time

MAY 22 TIU theater is an artist hub located in Makati, and I was given the chance to watch Bakata: The Battle of Street Poets, a play produced by Toshihiko Uriu - The play was a huge success and is predicted to turn into a Philippine classic, but I am writing this article right now to highlight another story that occurred inside the TIU theater. A collaboration piece that helped produce the effect of the wonder called Bakata. I noticed the glow of the lanterns and the paper cranes highlighted in the stage design, it had the flair and flamboyant but subtle effect that was needed in order to make the stage look just perfect for the story line. Leo R Natividad is the President and Owner of Origami Pilipinas. I was fortunate to meet members like L. River Butay, Adonis dela Cruz as well as Jose Monzales and other volunteers who continue to strengthen Origami Pilipinas. Origami Pilipinas and their Advocacy: Origami Pilipinas, was founded out of pa

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