2nd Tunog Natin OPM concert set

MANILA, Philippines - Filipinos bring out their best in times of diversity — and now that Original Pilipino Music (OPM) is slowly fading, Filipino artists and audiences are working together to save it.

Efforts are focused on the second leg of Tunog Natin free OPM concert series to be held at the grounds of Avida Centera along EDSA cor. Reliance St. on July 23 at 7 p.m. Presented by Avida Land Corp., the concert showcases the best of Filipino music through the years. It coincides with the launch date of the second tower of Avida Towers Centera, Avida’s latest condominium offering in Mandaluyong City.

The all-OPM repertoire of Tunog Natin will be performed by The Dawn, Tanya Markova, Kiss Jane, Myrus, Davey Langit and Faith Cuneta. True Faith which graced the first Tunog Natin, is back with its new wave-pop fusion. Also in the line-up is Aiza Seguerra.

Everyone can look forward to the back-to-back performances of Kitchie Nadal and Barbie Almalbis. Music aficionados will hear Kitchie’s edgy, intense vocals and Barbie’s endearing singing style.

Mitch Valdes will also perform.

“We want each leg of Tunog Natin to offer something different each time to highlight the richness of OPM. For the second concert, we again exhibit the many genres within OPM — we have a varied, exciting line-up of artists for the show,” says Myrus, Tunog Natin project head.

“I’m also proud to say that we have been consistent in keeping our promise to showcase the very best of OPM. The artists are top-notch. Whether they are younger acts or veteran performers, they are simply the best in their respective genres,” he adds.

“The success of the first Tunog Natin concert proves that Filipino audiences have not abandoned OPM. We need to focus our efforts into putting more OPM ‘out there’ where audiences are able to hear and enjoy it,” says Tess Tatco, Avida Land marketing manager.