Happy New Year!

fireworks-jj-001Happy happy new 2010! Oh is it not 2010 yet? Here at Kumanta.com we’re celebrating the new year a bit earlier with a fresh new look and a grand mission.

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Ne-Yo Live in Manila

January 9, 2010
8:00 pmto11:59 pm
February 24, 2010 5:00 amtoFebruary 28, 2010 7:00 am
February 24, 2010 9:00 amtoFebruary 28, 2010 2:00 pm

Who: NE-YO

What: Ne-Yo Live in Manila

When: Saturday January 9, 2010

Where: SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds Pasay, Metro Manila

NEYO FLYER2010 promises to start with a bang with American Pop and R&B singer-songwriter, record producer, actor Shaffer Chimere Smith, popularly known as Ne-Yo coming to Manila for Ne-Yo Live In Manila.

Ne-Yo was to work on what should have been Michael Jackson’s latest album before the latter’s untimely demise. He has been busy not only on the music scene but in the movies as well. He stars in a film produced by long-time friend Denzel Washington.

Ne-Yo has to his name 10 songs on the billboard Hot 100 as a lead artist and two number-one albums on the Billboard 200. He has amassed a catalog of chart-topping songs that he has written for other artists.

In store for Manila are live and extended renditions of his hits , among others, such as “Closer” “Mad”, “Miss Independent”, “Part of the List” and his super-successful single “Because of You”.

He also recorded the credits soundtrack for a Disney animated feature “The Princess and the Frog”.

Philippine concert fans will be treated to an unforgettable evening of really cool R&B hits and superb entertainment in the inimitable Ne-Yo fashion.

Tickets: P7500, P5500, P4000, P2500, P1500, P500

For ticket inquiries, please call Ticketworld at (63 2) 891-9999 or Alchemy at (63 2) 403-3433.

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Jed Madela: The Greatest Gift

December 8, 2009
8:00 pmto11:59 pm

Who: Jed Madela

What: Jed Madela: The Greatest Gift

When: December 8, 2009

Where: Mandarin Oriental Hotel Makati

normal_Jed_Madela_-_The_Greatest_GiftWhat is the greatest gift? there could be an endless enumeration of subjective answers to this question? Whatever the greatest gift is for you, shall be rendered by Jed through a song? in this concert, Jed will also tell you what THE GREATEST GIFT really is? All of this and more will be revealed in a 2 hour concert.

Being in a Jed Madela concert is a different experience. Aside from being treated to a powerful but soothing voice by Jed, he captures your attention and brings you to certain heights you`d get goose bumps after every song. The best way you`d want the question answered-from a beautiful voice. His concert performances showcase the incredible range his voice can reach, without the shrill. He satisfies the audience as a true to form entertainer – from the text generation who prefers pop music to the baby boomers who delights in the classic and standard songs to broadway.

Co artists and veteran performers have openly expressed their admiration for Jed and his talent and most importantly his quiet demeanor. Lea Salonga calls him a `gem that comes only once in a lifetime`. Critics and fans have been greatly impressed. One performance leads to another, as his listeners could not have enough of him. You hear him once and you`d want more ? and more.

Feel the Jed Madela experience as we call to mind OUR GREATEST GIFT on December 8, 2009 at the Mandarin Oriental Ballroom (3rd Floor) at 8:00pm. Cocktails at 6pm at the Captain`s Bar, Mandarin Oriental Hotel (ground floor).

Tickets: P4120, P3605, P3090, P2575

For ticket inquiries, please call Ticketworld at (63 2) 891-9999.

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Earth Wind and Fire Live in Manila

December 5, 2009
8:00 pmto11:59 pm

Who: Earth Wind and Fire

What: Earth Wind and Fire Live in Manila

When: December 5, 2009

Where:PICC Reception Hall CCP Complex, Roxas Blvd. Pasay, Metro Manila

normal_EWFNothing beats the original as often stated. With that consideration, Filipino music fans are in for a big treat come next month as the real people behind the legendary Earth, Wind & Fire comes to Manila for a live show that is sure to be no less than spectacular.

The one-night affair strikingly titled The Original Earth, Wind & Fire Live In Manila happens on December 5, 8 pm at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Reception Hall in Pasay City. Organizers of the highly anticipated concert uses the operative word `original` to essentially address that bit of confusion among EWF fans who were introduced to a separate act carrying the music and name of the group but not the real faces behind it.

Produced by Offshore Entertainment Production, the upcoming live extravaganza promises to offer the definitive repertoire and performance of a group who single-handedly introduced sophisticated funk and African folk rhythms to American popular culture.

Arguably the world`s best show band ever, EWF is best known for their hits Reasons, Fantasy, September, Sing A Song, Boogie Wonderland, After the Love Has Gone, and Let`s Groove. These hits, among others, have become favorite covers for performers, given their generally danceable grooves and high-recall melodies.

EWF is an African-American R&B band formed in Chicago in 1969 by Marurice White, a member of then Ramsey Lewis Trio. His tenor voice that contrasts the falsetto of Philip Bailey is said to be the key interplay that gave the group`s its distinct sound. Bailey did a duet with Phil Collins for the latter`s hit Easy Lover.

In the early 70s, other original members of the group include singer Sherry Scott, percussionist Yackov Ben Israel, White`s brother Verdine, Donny Hathaway, guitarist Michael Beale, Chester Washington, trumpet player Leslie Drayton, trombonist Alex Thomas, and White`s longtime musicmate Wade Flemons. White took the name based on his astrological sign Sagittarius having a primary elemental quality of Fire and seasonal qualities of Earth and Air.

EWF won ten Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards. The group had been inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Vocal Group Hall of Fame, having sold over 90 million albums worldwide. The staggering sales easily pull them up to rank as the “seventh best selling American band of all time.”

Tickets: P8240, P6180, P2575

For ticket inquiries, please call Ticketworld at (63 2) 891-9999.

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Only La Diva

December 5, 2009
8:00 pmto11:59 pm

Who: LA DIVA

What: Only LA DIVA

When:  December 5, 2009

Where:Music Museum, Greenhills Shopping Complex

normal_Only_LA_DIVALA DIVA, one of the frontliners of SOP, GMA 7`s Sunday Concert TV, features the powerful voices of Jonalyn Viray (2004 Pinoy Pop Superstar Grand Champion), Aicelle Santos (2005 Pinoy Pop Superstar Runner-Up) and Maricris Garcia (2006 Pinoy Pop Superstar Grand Champion). Mentored and trained by Danny Tan, La Diva is widely admired for its intricately arranged vocal harmony, contrapuntal melodies and vocal prowess. Just recently, rave reviews have been accorded La Diva for its outstanding, jaw-dropping and stellar performance at the CCP`s 40th Anniversary Gala Show. La Diva, currently the Philippines` best pop female trio, has gained the admiration of Filipinos around the world for performing the Philippine National Anthem with so much fervor and patriotism at the Pacquiao vs. Cotto Boxing Bout last November 14, 2009. The performance has been hailed as the best rendition ever in a Manny Pacquiao Boxing Event.

Tickets : P1545, P1030, P824

For ticket inquiries, please call Ticketworld at (63 2) 891-9999.

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Lenka Performs at SM Malls

December 13, 2009

Who: Lenka

What: Lenka performs at SM Malls

When: December 13, 2009

Where:  SM North EDSA

lenkaShe became known with her hit singles “The Show” and “Trouble Is A Friend” which were used in popular US TV series like Grey’s Anatomy, Ugly Betty and 90210. This December, SM Malls and Sony Music are bringing sweet-sounding Australian singer Lenka for a series of shows at SM Malls on December 11 to 13.
Lenka
Co-presented by MYX and 96.3 EasyRock, THE SHOW with LENKA Live in Manila will be held on December 11 at SM Megamall, December 12 at SM Mall of Asia and December 13 at SM North EDSA. She will capture the hearts of Filipinos with her songs that are easy on the ears from her self-titled debut album which also features the new single “Knock Knock.” She thought of her record as a “mood-enhancer.”

“I don’t like it when people are depressed. I want to cheer them up,” she said.

Lenka trained under Oscar winner Cate Blanchett when she started as an actress in her native Australia. She also described herself as a “punk-ass art school student” and was a vocalist/keyboardist for acclaimed indie electronic/ambient outfit Decoder Ring before moving to the United States to pursue a solo career as a singer.

Lenka’s self-titled album is still out in CDs under Sony Music. To download Lenka’s songs just text SC957 for “The Show” or SC975 for “Trouble Is A Friend” and send to 2332 (for Globe subscribers only).

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