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OPM stars join Juan Karlos in his 1st grand concert in MOA Arena
By Cynthia Montojo
“Right now, I’m just trying to really enjoy the process, focusing on flow of the whole show and focusing on things I do have control over, like the set list. I’ll probably get more nervous as concert gets closer,” Original Pilipino Music (OPM) singer Juan Karlos is gearing up for monumental moment in his career as he takes stage of SM Mall of Asia Arena on November 29 for his first major concert.
With Paolo Valenciano as director and Karel Honasan as musical director, show promises to be once-in-a-lifetime experience for JK’s fans.
JK worked closely with Valenciano and Honasan to ensure concert will allow him to show new side of himself as performer.
“We’ll be performing songs that we haven’t performed before, and I’m also going to share stage with people I’ve released songs with.”
Set to share spotlight with JK is lineup of guest performers. First is Paolo Benjamin Guico of folk-pop band Ben&Ben. Known for his deeply personal songwriting, Guico collaborated with Labajo on “Tapusin Na Natin ’To” in 2023, poignant track about toxic relationships.
Zild Benitez will also join JK onstage. He rose to prominence as bassist and vocalist of IV of Spades but has since carved out successful solo career. His collaboration with JK on “Gabi” from latter’s “Sad Songs and Bullshit Part 1” album, released in 2023, further solidified their bond as songwriters who wear their hearts on their sleeves.
Their previous collaboration, “Lunod” track they did with Ben&Ben in 2021 tackles emotional turmoil and mental health, making it standout in Ben&Ben’s “Pebble House, Vol. 1: Kuwaderno” album.
Concert will also feature Janine Berdin, who first captured public’s attention as winner of “It’s Showtime’s” Tawag Ng Tanghalan second season. Known for her emotional performances and powerful vocals, Janine collaborated with JK on song called “Pancit” in 2022, which was part of his three-track Drop 1 project.
Its playful tale of puppy love, paired with Alice in Wonderland-inspired music video, paved way for it to become fan favorite. In addition to performing as guest, Janine will open as front act, setting tone for an unforgettable evening.
Moira Dela Torre, widely believed to be one of her generation’s best songwriters, will also take stage with JK. Her collaboration with him on “Medyo Ako” from the “Sad Songs and Bullshit Part 2” album is a poignant exploration of curiosity and longing that comes after breakup. Track highlights seamless blending of their voices, which will also be on full display on night of the concert.
JK and Moira recently surprised mallgoers with duet at a mall in Quezon City, video of which went viral on social media.
Rounding up list of guests is Gloc-9, whose rapid-fire rapping style and socially relevant discography have made him an icon in the OPM scene. In 2020, he and JK collaborated on “Sampaguita,” a powerful song that reflects the emotional struggles and sacrifices of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). The track pairs JK’s soulful singing with Gloc-9’s incisive verses, creating a touching sonic backdrop for the hardships faced by all Filipinos who work abroad to support their families.
Hailing from Consolacion, Cebu, JK whose full name is Juan Karlos Labajo also appeared in films such as Lolo and the Kid, Ako si Ninoy, When This is All Over, Tatlong Bibe and Blue Room.
At the age of 13, he became popular when he finished third place in first season of The Voice Kids in 2014 before appearing in various movies and television drama series.
Tickets to “Juan Karlos Live” range from P750 (General Admission) to P8,500 (SVIP). The latter comes with exclusive perks, including a shirt, tote bag, photo opportunity, and signed poster.
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