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OPM singer-songwriter TJ Monterde at ABS-CBN's Studio 9, January 5, 2025. Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News

OPM singer-songwriter TJ Monterde at ABS-CBN's Studio 9, January 5, 2025

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TJ Monterde

Ganiel Krishnan

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1736068388298010525_TJ Monterde.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="OPM singer-songwriter TJ Monterde at ABS-CBN&#x27;s Studio 9, January 5, 2025. Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News"/>OPM singer-songwriter TJ Monterde at ABS-CBN&#x27;s Studio 9, January 5, 2025. Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News</div>MANILA -- OPM singer-songwriter TJ Monterde is still in disbelief after selling out his “sarili nating mundo” 3-night concert at the Araneta Coliseum, set for February 1-3, 2025.Originally planned for just one night, Monterde was overwhelmed by the support he received from fans.&quot;Originally, one night lang talaga... When we did February 1, it sold out in hours. Then day two sold out, and finally, day three. Doon na nag-sync in. Pag nakatingin ako sa salamin minsan [iniisip ko,] parang tama ba ‘tong ginagawa ko,&quot; Monterde said.The &quot;Palagi&quot; hitmaker also admitted that concerts were never part of his plans.&quot;Last year, we did New Frontier Theater on May 5 and 6. Doon pa lang, parang ano na ako — I never really thought of having a concert. Sa totoo lang, hindi ako ‘yung type na artist na gustong mag-concert. I’m a singer and a writer by heart, and feeling ko &#x27;yun talaga &#x27;yung pinaka-strength ko. Doon ako nag-flourish, and that’s where I’m most happy,&quot; he said.He credited his wife, fellow OPM artist KZ Tandingan, for pushing him to step out of his comfort zone and urged him to do a concert.“Si KZ ang laging nag-u-urge sa akin — ‘Do it! Do a concert!’ — To the point na siya pa gumawa ng first setlist ko. Gano&#x27;ng guidance,” he said.For Tandingan, being Monterde&#x27;s biggest supporter just comes naturally.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1736068542917010525_KZ Tandingan.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="OPM singer-songwriter KZ Tandingan at ABS-CBN&#x27;s Studio 9, January 5, 2025. Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News"/>OPM singer-songwriter KZ Tandingan at ABS-CBN&#x27;s Studio 9, January 5, 2025. Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News</div>&quot;Napaka-OA ng mentor,” she joked.&quot;Siguro I just try to be helpful kung saan niya kailangan. Kasi si TJ, sobrang humble niya na hindi niya ever in-imagine na worthy siya magkaroon ng concert,&quot; she addded.Monterde also shared a moment of reassurance from veteran singer Martin Nievera, saying he also gave supporting words towards him. As Monterde prepares to perform for thousands of fans at the Araneta Coliseum, he remains humbled by the experience.&quot;Grabe! Ayun lang masasabi ko. Until ngayon, I can’t wrap my head around it.&quot;Meanwhile, Tandingan is gearing up for her own music projects this year, proving that the power couple continues to thrive in their respective careers.<div>RELATED VIDEO:</div><div><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WySDskvbccs?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> </div>

OPM singer-songwriter TJ Monterde is still in disbelief after selling out his “sarili nating mundo” 3-night concert at the Araneta Coliseum, set for February 1-3, 2025.

OPM singer-songwriter TJ Monterde is still in disbelief after selling out his “sarili nating mundo” 3-night concert at the Araneta Coliseum, set for February 1-3, 2025.

TJ Monterde on 3-night sold-out concert: 'I can’t wrap my head around it'

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TJ Monterde on 3-night sold-out concert: 'I can’t wrap my head around it'

Ganiel Krishnan,

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Published January 05, 2025 05:19 PM PHT

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Updated January 05, 2025 08:18 PM PHT

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