Metro Manila (CNN Philippines) — Mark your calendars: 2016 will be a big year for music lovers.
With international acts ranging from major names in the industry to young emerging artists, you’re definitely going to want to be part of this year’s music scene.
Here are 22 concerts and music festivals you should not miss this year:
April
Copeland Live in Manila
We’re starting the list off with American indie-rock band Copeland. They will perform their first show in Manila on April 28 at SM Skydome, Quezon City.
Emblem3 Live in Manila
Pop-reggae band Emblem3 will spend two nights in the country for their first show on April 28 at Mall of Asia Arena and their second show on April 29 at Solar One Boracay.
Island Revolution in Boracay
To celebrate the Laboracay weekend, two epic music-filled nights will take place at Pearl of the Pacific Boracay on April 29 and 30. The first batch of performers include RIVERO, WeRWolvz, Marc Marasigan, Everyday People, Andrew Doran, and DJ Lee, while JETFIRE, RIVERO, Tom Taus, No Claus, Everyday People, and Soulful Jigs will perform on the second night.
Pulp Summer Slam: Come Out and Play
Southeast Asia’s biggest and longest-running metal festival “Pulp Summer Slam” will be staged in Manila once again on April 30 at the Amoranto Stadium, Quezon City. Lacuna Coil, Belphegor, Veil of Maya, We Are Harlot, Protest the Hero, I Killed the Prom Queen, Act of Defiance and Volumes will be joined by the country’s own Greyhoundz, Slapshock, Razorback, Kjwan, Wilabaliw, and Insekto Pares.
Summer Sun Music Festival 2016
Spend the Labor Day weekend in the heart of the city as “Blurred Lines” singer Robin Thicke headlines “Summer Sun Festival” on April 30 at Globe Circuit Event Grounds, Makati City.
May
Of Monsters and Men Live in Manila
The Icelandic indie folk band Of Monsters and Men will perform their first show in Manila on May 12 at World Trade Center Manila, Pasay City.
Little Mix Live in Manila
One of today’s hottest girl group, Little Mix, will dazzle fans with their dynamic songs on May 20 at Kia Theatre, Quezon City.
Closeup Forever Summer 2016
Summer’s biggest rave party returns with their final production. Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike will be headlining “Closeup Forever Summer: It’s Now or Never” on May 21 at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds, Pasay City.
Florence LaRue and The 5th Dimension Live in Manila
American vocal group The 5th Dimension will serenade fans with their R&B, soul, and jazz classics on May 24 at Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City.
Jason Derulo Live in Manila
The man behind popular hits “Whatcha Say” and “Want To Want Me” is finally coming to Manila on May 27 at the Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City.
June
Citipointe Live Worship Concert
Get ready for a night of glorious inspiration, uplifting music, and life-igniting worship as Citipointe is returning to Manila on June 3 at CCF Center Tiendesitas, Pasig City.
Youth Revival Live in Manila
Young & Free will tour Manila with their sophomore album Youth Revival on June 4 at Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City.
Blessthefall Live in Manila
American metalcore rock band Blessthefall returns for their first solo show on June 13 at SM Skydome, Quezon City. They will be playing some of their greatest hits plus songs from their new album, To Those Left Behind.
Culture Club featuring Boy George Live in Manila
Boy George and the Culture Club will stage a concert on June 17 and 18 at Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City. The group achieved worldwide success in the ‘80s, scoring three Top Ten U.S. hits from their debut album.
MTV Music Evolution Manila 2016 feat. OneRepublic
Philippine pop artists Sarah Geronimo, James Reid, and Nadine Lustre will share the stage with iconic international pop-rock band OneRepublic to perform at the one-night only live music event on June 24 at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds, Pasay City.
July
Bangtan Boys Live in Manila
Bangtan Boys is coming back to the Philippines for their 2016 BTS Live “On Stage: Epilogue” on July 30 at the Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City.
Selena Gomez Live in Manila
The long wait is over. Global pop sensation Selena Gomez is finally coming to Manila for her “The Revival” tour on July 31 at the Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City.
August
Kenny Rogers Live in Manila
On his Final World Tour, American country singer Kenny Rogers will perform with his special guest Linda Davis on August 11 at Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City.
Charlie Puth Live in Manila
Charlie Puth is returning to Manila for his very first solo major show as part of his “Nine Track Mind” Tour on August 14 at Kia Theatre, Quezon City.
In the Mix Music Festival
Alternative and indie fans are in for a treat as The 1975, Third Eye Blind, Panic! At The Disco, James Bay, Elle King, and Twin Pines will perform at the Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City on August 18.
September
Blue Man Group Live in Manila
Worldwide sensation Blue Man Group will awe audiences with their theatrical and comedic shows from September 14 to 25 at The Theatre, Solaire Resort, Parañaque City.
Road to Ultra 2016
End the month with Skrillex, W&W, Zeds Dead, A-Trak, Fedde Le Grand, Mija, and Vicetone as the much awaited electronic music festival returns to Manila on September 17 at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds, Pasay City.
2016
Coldplay
British rock band Coldplay will hold a concert in Manila, according to an official of the telecommunications company sponsoring the event. The official date of Coldplay’s concert has yet to be announced.
CNN Philippines intern James Amante contributed to this report.
