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V1be Manila 2024 gives fans an all-day hip-hop experience

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Nikka Avegail Sabio

<p>International stars and local artists joined forces to bring the grandest hip-hop experience for Filipino fans at V1be Manila 2024 concert at SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.</p><div> </div><p>Presented by L-Squared Productions PH, the event featured an exciting lineup of performances. Here are the highlights from the night:</p><div> </div><div><strong>Hip-hop festival fanzone, meet and greet, and first set</strong></div><p>While waiting for the concert, fans were able to see SB19&#x27;s Pablo, Ez Mil, and K-pop star Lucas up close during the meet and greet session. They also had the chance to take selfies and capture special moments with the artists prior to their much-anticipated performance. The guests also enjoyed an arcade game experience and a mini show outside the arena organized by the event’s sponsors.</p><div><strong><br/></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-8" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDLl2yGP08T/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A8%2C%22os%22%3A9027402.600000024%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1053" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-8" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><strong></strong><br/></div><p>The show kicked off with a performance by DJ Kate Jagdon, followed by the Filipino five-piece reggae group Chocolate Factory and the rap group Legit MisFitz.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong> <img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/173339763774820241203_095435427_iOS 1.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong><strong></strong><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1733403140544kate.JPG" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/173340226988420241204_164759000_iOS.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong>Pablo&#x27;s Powerful Solo Performance </strong></div><p>SB19 leader Pablo captivated the crowd with his hit single “Butata” and other tracks from his album <em>Laon,</em> including “Don’t Care,” “Neumun,” “Tambol (Ibang Planeta)”, and “Micha!”</p><div> </div><p>“Isang malaking karangalan ang makatungtong sa enteblado na ito kasama ang mga legendary artists, mga malulupit na artists na talagang tinitingala ko rin,” Pablo expressed. “Para po sa mga hindi nakakaalam, miyembro po ako ng SB19 pero nandito po ako ngayon as a solo artist.”</p><div> </div><div><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/173340228836320241203_110935721_iOS.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/> </strong></div><p>He also extended his gratitude to fans, saying: “I’m so happy to share my music with all of you guys. Si Pablo po mahilig po ako magrap, mahilig din ako kumanta, mahilig ako sumayaw, mahilig ako sa instruments pero sana po nagustuhan niyo po yung mga awiting ko kasi yung mga experience ko na talagang nilalagay ko sa awitin para kahit papaano marelate yung mga tao.”</p><div> </div><p>“I’m really really grateful to be performing for the supporters of artists I looked up to. Maraming Maraming salamat po sa inyong lahat. At syempre para sa aking mga Hotdogs (his fandom) at sa mga A’Tins, maraming maraming salamat sa inyong lahat. Hindi ako gagawa ng music kung hindi dahil sa inyo. Kayo ang buhay ko. Maraming maraming salamat po sa inyong lahat,” he added.</p><div> </div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-10" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDHUcscpDPA/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A10%2C%22os%22%3A9058146.700000048%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="981" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-10" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div> </div><div><strong>Lucas Brings K-pop Energy on stage</strong></div><p>Hong Kong-born K-pop star Lucas also brought the South Korean hip-hop vibe with his performance of his songs “Renegade”, “Dip It Low”, and “Crushing On You.”</p><div> </div><p>“Hello, everyone! I’m Lucas. It’s nice to see you guys. I can feel your energy, It’s going to be an amazing show,” Lucas greeted. “It’s my second time to visit Manila. I love Manila. I love the food… You know, I had a good time. When I see you guys, I have energy, I really want to show you my heart, the real Lucas. I hope you guys like it.”</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/173340233554120241203_114818305_iOS.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>Lucas also shared how he became a fan of Filipino chicken inasal and joked about getting hungry after performing. He ended his part with a promise to his fans of returning again with new music as he performed his single “Bass Go Boom.”</p><div> </div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-12" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDHYj-jO-cp/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A12%2C%22os%22%3A9095177.700000048%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="987" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-12" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div> </div><p>“I’m so grateful for all the love and support for my fans. Thank you for inviting me. I had an amazing time performing for you. I can’t wait to see you all again soon. Please stay tuned,” he said.</p><div> </div><div><strong>Ez Mil shows Filipino Pride</strong></div><p>Filipino rapper Ez Mil rocked the stage with songs “Freeze,” “Idk,” “Up Down (Step &amp; Walk),” “Head Honcho” and “Realest.” He also impressed the crowd with covers of  Kenrdick Lamar’s “HUMBLE,” “Not like us” and Eminem’s “The Real Slim Shady” and “Lose Yourself.”</p><div><strong> </strong><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/173340269664620241203_120036133_iOS.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div><strong> <img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/173340275240620241203_122454214_iOS.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div><br/></div><p>Ez Mil also surprised everyone with a mash-up performance of his hit song “Panalo” and SB19’s “Gento” featuring member Pablo.</p><div> </div><p>“From the streets of Olongapo, I do not know how I’ve been doing this, signing records with Eminem, Dr. Dre, so I appreciate every single one tonight. Thank you so much to everybody. Sa lahat ng pinanggalingan niyo thank you for making the time to see us,” Ez Mil said.</p><div> </div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-14" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDHifZ_pNA9/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A14%2C%22os%22%3A9127240%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1089" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-14" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong>Flow G Shines</strong></div><p>Filipino rapper Flow G brought his hits “Rapstar,” “We Made It,” “Moon,” “High Score,” and “G Wolf” to the hip-hop festival, earning loud cheers from the audience.</p><div> </div><p>“Sobrang ko lang ngayon sa sarili ko. Ngayon ko lang sasabihin ito na sobrang proud ko sa sarili ko na nagfront act ako sa isang international concert, sa bansa natin. Nagfront act ako dito sa MOA Arena,” Flow G expressed.</p><div> </div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/173340278688420241203_123942633_iOS.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong>Gloc-9’s Iconic Performance</strong></div><p>OPM rap icon Gloc-9 delivered a powerful set featuring his classics like “Simpleng Tao”, “Upuan,” “Sumayaw Ka,” “Sirena,” and a verse from his popular rap song with Chito Miranda and Francis Magalona, “Bagsakan.”</p><div> </div><p>“Parang international ang dating ano? Akala niyo ah,” Gloc-9 quipped. </p><div> </div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/173340281154520241203_125901381_iOS.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>He also brought Pablo, Ez Mil, and Flow G back on stage for a tribute to Filipino rap legend Francis Magalona with “Kaleidoscope World.”</p><div> </div><div><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/173340305700620241204_164438000_iOS.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong>Akon’s The Superfan Tour in Manila</strong></div><p>After 15 years, international superstar Akon returned to the Philippines for his The Superfan Tour performing songs such as “Beautiful Day,” “Locked up,” “Ghetto,” “Bartender,” “Body On Me,” “Hypnotized,” “Don’t Matter”among others.</p><div> </div><p>Akon also paid tribute to his African roots, telling the crowd, “If everybody in this room right now traces their DNA, you’ll have to specifically trace back down to the motherland (Africa), which  means everybody in this room is my family.”</p><div> <img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1733403010897tcdf.JPG" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><br/></div><div><strong> </strong></div><p>Akon also made sure that his Filipino fans will party with their favorite song of him such as “Lonely,” “Dangerous,” “I Wanna Love You,” “Smack That,” “The Sweet Escape,” “Angel,” and “Right Now (Na Na Na),” and “Beautiful.”</p><div> </div><p>The international singer also expressed his gratitude and happiness seeing the Filipino fans as he got down from the stage and took selfies and videos with them.</p><div> </div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDE-pz6NA7Y/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=630&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A9005778.700000048%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="999" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div> </div><p>Closing the show with “Freedom,” Akon thanked the Filipino fans for their love and hospitality, saying, “Thank you guys for all the support and most importantly thank you for giving me the opportunity to find my path to my freedom.”</p>

<p><i>Akon, Gloc-9, Ez Mil, Lucas, Pablo, Flow G and other Filipino hiphop artists- join forces for a night.</i></p>

Akon, Gloc-9, Ez Mil, Lucas, Pablo, Flow G and other Filipino hiphop artists- join forces for a night.

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V1be Manila 2024 gives fans an all-day hip-hop experience

Nikka Sabio

Published Dec 05, 2024 09:03 PM PHT

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