IMAGES REVEALED: Concert Spectacle of Ben&Ben's "The Voyager in Multiverses" Event
Light Up the Mall: Ben&Ben Dazzles Crowds at The Traveller Across Dimensions Concert
Manila's Mall of Asia Arena was ablaze with energy on a chilly December night as Filipino folk band, Ben&Ben, took the stage for their grand return to live performances. Kicking off the event with a bang, Japanese-Filipina artist, ena mori, warmed up the crowd with her own unique flair.
As ena mori left the stage, anticipation for the main event mounted. The moment Ben&Ben stepped onto the stage, the "Araw-Araw" powerhouse was ready to immerse fans in a cinematic storytelling experience through their groundbreaking fusion of live music and animation. This spectacular show marked their first large-scale indoor concert since their pandemic-era online shows, and the enthusiastic crowd was unfaltering in their excitement.
Andrew De Pano, percussionist for Ben&Ben, eloquently shared the band's sentiments in an interview with a popular media outlet, stating "Art becomes art when it is perceived, and it's such a communal experience." True to their words, each attendee was given an LED wristband, creating a visual spectacle of interwoven lights that added an emotional depth to the performance.
The concert was divided into three acts: Light, Energy, and Feel, mirroring the three dimensions in their latest album, The Traveller Across Dimensions. The band's well-thought-out setlist showcased an impressive mix of tracks, from recent releases to fan favorites from their extensive discography.
Beginning with the energetic "Could Be Something" and "Paninindigan Kita", Ben&Ben mix seamlessly into their setlist, including new singles and fan-favorite tracks. Act 2 reached a fever pitch as the band performed "Triumph", their fierce anthem that symbolizes their resilience in the face of adversity. Act 3 closes the show with a mix of old releases like "Sa Susunod Na Habang Buhay" and "Leaves", combined with four tracks from their new album, leaving the audience in a state of emotional bliss.
The encore selections were the perfect finale, with a selection of their greatest hits, including "Kathang Isip", "Araw-Araw", and "Ride Home", ensuring fans left the concert feeling satisfied and nostalgic for this incredible journey through the many dimensions of Ben&Ben's music.
Under the guidance of Ben&Ben's groundbreaking merge of music and animation, the concert transformed into a captivating immersion of pop-culture and entertainment. With the energy pulsing from each LED wristband, the audience danced to a soundtrack that spanned the band's discography, blending new music with beloved hits.
