Original Pilipino Music (OPM) acts as a cultural bridge for Filipinos abroad, invoking a sense of nostalgia and connecting them to their roots.
However, the pandemic imposed restrictions, leading to the absence of Philippine artists holding concerts and leaving a void in the hearts of the Filipino community Down Under.
As, the concert scene revived, rekindling hopes for a resurgence of live OPM performances.
Here’s a glimpse of the OPM artists’ lineup for 2024, set to hold concerts in different parts of Australia:
Apo Hiking Society
Apo Hiking Society is an icon in OPM with a career spanning five decades. Some of their popular hits include “Batang-Bata Ka Pa,” “Ewan,” “When I Met You,” and “Panalangin.”
Apo Hiking Society Live Down Under 2024 Tour:
- Feb 2 – The Main Arena at Curtin Stadium Perth
- Feb 3 – Woodville Townhall, Adelaide
- Feb 9 – Diamond Showroom, Blacktown Workers Club, Sydney
- Feb 10 – Williamstown Townhall, Melbourne
- Feb 11 – Darwin Entertainment Center, Darwin
Dingdong Avanzado & Jessa Zaragosa
The couple brings a blend of pop and ballad hits to the stage. With hits like “Basta’t Kasama Kita” and “Maghihintay Sa’yo, “Dingdong Avanzado gained fame in the late 1980s and 1990s while Jessa Zaragosa has released several albums, and some of her popular songs include “Bakit Pa” and “Ibigay Mo Na.”
“Sa Aking Puso” Live in Australia 2024 Tour:
- February 24 – Melbourne
- March 1 – Sydney
- March 3 – Perth
Itchyworms
The Filipino rock band is known for their catchy and witty songs, and they have gained popularity in the Philippines for their energetic performances and unique musical style. Some of their well-known songs include “Beer,” “Akin Ka Na Lang,” and “Penge Naman Ako N’yan.”
Akin Ka Na Lang Australia 2024
- Mar 1 – Darwin
- Mar 2 – Brisbane
- Mar 8 – Sydney
- Mar 9 – Adelaide
Gloc-9 and Filipino Rappers:
Gloc-9, a seasoned rapper and songwriter, along with Skusta Clee, Flow G, Shanti Dope, John Roa, Omar Baliw, HELLMERRY, Hero, CHOCOLATE FACTORY, brings the dynamic Filipino rap scene to Australia.
NUMINOUS X ASINTADA AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2024
- March 10 – Metro City Concert Club Perth
- March 12 – The Northcote Theatre Melbourne
- March 17 – The Metro Theatre Sydney
- March 18 -The Princess Theatre Brisbane
