Incubus, 30 Seconds hold concerts in Manila
MANILA, Philippines – Throngs of music fans braved the stormy weather on Thursday and Friday to witness two epic performances from two American rock bands.
More than 8,000 fans trooped to Araneta Coliseum on Thursday for the Philippine leg of the “If Not Now, When? World Tour” of the band Incubus.
The band sent Araneta into a frenzy by opening the 20-song set with the hard-hitting “Megalomaniac”.
The band’s guitarist, Mike Einziger, experienced technical difficulties and was seen slamming his guitar twice on the floor in frustration.
Einziger stormed off the stage momentarily before returning to finish the song.
Incubus followed it up with “Wish You Were Here”, which had the jam-packed crowd singing along with vocalist Brandon Boyd.
Incubus played a mix of old and new songs, from 1999’s “The Warmth” to the band’s most recent single “Promises, Promises”.
Reports said a lady fan collapsed during the show.
In their third visit to Manila, the band showed that they still had new tricks up their sleeves, as they played the song “I Miss You” during the encore performance.
Meanwhile, the band 30 Seconds to Mars performed at the Trinoma Concert Grounds on Friday despite strong rains.
The band is known for the hits “Closer to the Edge” and “Hurricane”.
Aside from the band’s success in the music scene, their vocalist Jared Leto, has also received acclaim in Hollywood as an actor.
During the band’s press conference, they promised that their concert in Manila will not be the last.
The band left Saturday to continue with their Asian tour. -- With a report from Ginger Conejero, ABS-CBN News
Enchong defends Erich over 'bad attitude' rumors
In an interview with Push.com.ph during the press conference of “Maria la del Barrio,” Dee said Gonzales should be given another chance because it would be unfair for her if she’ll be judged based solely on speculations.
“Hindi lang naman si Erich ang nachichismis na ganyan. Minsan isang kuwento lang ang marinig o isang picture lang ang makita natin, naikakahon na ganun na 'yung mga artista. Unfair din naman sa aming mga artista. Sana mas kilalanin pa kami,” he said.
Meanwhile, Dee revealed that he and Gonzales are already looking forward to “Maria la del Barrio” which is set to premiere on August 15.
“Sobra ang pressure na nararamdaman namin ni Erich. Noon pa man alam na namin na ang ‘Maria la del Barrio’ ang isa sa mga pinaka-successful na telenovela sa Mexico. Kapag ginawan mo siya ng version you have to live up to the expectation of the public,” he said.
Dee said he is excited to share with their fans the product of their hard work.
“Naghintay talaga kami kasi 'yung mga fans namin laging nagtatanong kung kailan ba ipapalabas. Finally, maipapalabas na siya kaya sobrang saya namin. Thankful din kami dahil at least nabigyan kami ng sapat na panahon para makapaghanda ang siguraduhing mapaganda namin 'yung programa,” he shared.
The Mexican "Maria la del Barrio" was originally aired in 1995 to 1996. It starred popular Mexican actress Thalia and Fernando Colunga.
John Lloyd is YES! Magazine's most beautiful star
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| Actor John Lloyd is YES! Magazine's most beautiful star. |
Cruz ranked number one in YES! Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful Stars 2011. In an interview, he said he found it hard to believe that he would secure the top spot.
"Hindi ako makapaniwala. Tinatanong ko sila (YES! Magazine) noon, [sabi ko] sigurado ba kayo? Wala ba kayong ibang mapili? Totoo talaga, I find it hard to believe na ako ang nasa top, eh 100 'yan at ako ang nakakuha ng number one spot, 'di ko talaga maintindihan [kung] bakit," he told members of the entertainment press.
"It's a very intriguing and interesting recognition but I'm hoping na there's more to this handsome face and godly body kaya niyo ako pinili," he said in jest.
Just recently, YES! Magazine named Cruz as its second top endorser in its 20 Top Endorsers 2011 list.
Television host and Presidential sister Kris Aquino topped the said list this year.
Eugene Domingo 'willing' to do frontal nudity for art
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| Actress Eugene Domingo is' willing' to do frontal nudity. |
In an interview with "The Buzz," Domingo said that she's willing to do everything for a special project.
"Frontal nudity? Check na check! Kuya Boy kung gusto mo frontal, back, sideways, double, single. Kahit hindi na ako magdamit sa pelikula gagawin ko 'yun makakatipid pa tayo sa costume," Domingo jokingly told the show's host Boy Abunda.
The actress said that she's more than willing to do the scene especially now that she lost weight.
"Tutal mayroon na naman akong katawan ngayon na ipapakita. Kung pipilitin niyo pa, ngayon pa lang maghuhubad na ako," Domingo added.
Currently, Domingo is promoting her film "Ang Babae sa Septic Tank" which will hit theaters nationwide on August 3. The film is distributed by Star Cinema.