Check out this week’s must-see gigs, parties, events, and more!
Wednesday, November 27
Music That Moves
Where: NBC Tent, 8th Avenue Corner Katipunan Circle, Bonifacio Global City
Why you should go: Big names from the music industry, including Barbie Almalbis, Johnoy Danao, Bituin Escalante, Razorback, Imago, and more, are teaming up for this benefit concert for the victims of Yolanda.
Other details: Gates open 2 p.m. Just P250 to get in but you can give more!
Sugod: KKK (Konsyerto Kontra Korupsyon)
Where: UP Sunken Garden at UP Diliman, Quezon City
Why you should go: As part of the Bonifacio@150 celebrations, Flying Ipis, Datu's Tribe, and other performers from the UP community will be onstage to promote their cause against corruption.
Other details: Concert starts 6 p.m. Entrance is free! In-kind donations for relief efforts will also be accepted at the venue.
Fight Night!
Where: Excess Superclub, 62 Timog Ave., Quezon City
Why you should go: Hung up on the latest Pacquiao fight? How about watching some local Mixed Martial Arts fighters battle it out to prove who’s best? This is sure to be one smashing night!
Other details: Doors open by 9 p.m. For tickets and inquiries, contact 0917 5749222 or 0927 4894905
Thursday, November 28
Baybayin: Workshop For A Cause
Where: Cordillera Coffee, Unit 103 Llanar Bldg., 77 Xavierville Ave., Quezon City
Why you should go: Do you want to learn the forgotten art of baybayin a.k.a. alibata? Well now you can! Leo Castro of Sanghabi will be teaching and proceeds of the event will go to relief efforts.
Other details: Workshop starts 6:30 p.m. P250 is required for registration.
Juan Love: Benefit Gig for Yolanda Victims
Where: Last Home Resto Bar, Unit 175 Bldg. C, Ortigas Home Depot Complex, Julia Vargas Ave., Pasig City
Why you should go: Another benefit gig, this time, by Jeepney Joyride, Fort Stream, Anyo, Strippers, and other independent bands! Donations in-kind will also be accepted at the event.
Other details: Gig starts 7:30 p.m. Tickets at P150, inclusive of a drink. If you buy four tickets, you get the next one for free!
Friday, November 29
Blackbird Blackbird Live in Manila
Where: Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio St., Makati City
Why you should go: Blackbird Blackbird all the way from San Francisco is dropping by Manila to play some folktronica. Don't miss this opportunity to welcome home this Pinoy wunderkind.
Other details: The warehouse opens by 9 p.m. For guest list and table reservations, contact 09088135622
Akoustik Nite with Pinoy Rock Legends
Where: Murphy's Makati, Cityland III 105 VA Rufino St., corner Estaban St., Legaspi Village, Makati City
Why you should go: When they say rock legends, they mean it! Pepe Smith, Wally Gonzalez, and Wowee Posadas play back-to-back-to-back in this acoustic night session!
Other details: Gig starts 9 p.m. For inquiries and table reservations, contact (02)8941884
Saturday, November 30
Blues for Bohol
Where: 70s Bistro, 46 Anonast St., Project 2, Quezon City
Why you should go: Blues fans and players band together to raise funds to rebuild schools in the remote barrios if Maribojoc, Bohol. Bleu Rascals, Brown Fix, Dr. Crowley, and other special guests will be performing!
Other details: Gig starts 8 p.m. Tickets at 200 (for General Admission) and 500 (for Donors)
Hedkandi
Where: Club Haze at the Fort Strip, Bonifacio Global City
Why you should go: Prepare yourself as DJ Eibhlín from Ireland, with JohnPaul Lee, and Owens Sun, set you up for one night of the best Kandi music.
Other details: Gates open 8 p.m. For VIP table reservation, call 09279684331 or 09178847333
DJ Krush Live in Manila + Doppel
Where: Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio St., Makati City
Why you should go: Two talented Japanese performers on one stage. Legendary producer DJ Krush will be playing live while respected Japanese Street Artists Doppel does live art! Posters, t-shirts, and other artworks will be sold and 100% of its proceeds will be donated to Yolanda victims.
Other details: Event starts 9 p.m. For inquiries and table reservations, contact 09088135622