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Mr. Pure Energy delivered five emotionally-charged, jam-packed shows in California, Texas, Hawaii, and North Carolina.

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‘Gary V: Inspired’ Hits Hearts and High Notes Across the U.S.

<div style="text-align:justify">Mr. Pure Energy delivered five emotionally-charged, jam-packed shows in California, Texas, Hawaii, and North Carolina. </div><div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Multi-awarded Filipino music icon <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/0RHiqaoRCsFLPeEuj3OQz4?si=O4QCxJG0TLWQBdVBfpPkEA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gary Valenciano</a> performed five emotionally-charged, jam-packed concerts in California, Texas, Hawaii, and North Carolina in his Gary V: Inspired 2025 US Tour.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Each and every leg of the tour was wrapped up with standing ovations, nonstop tears, and ecstatic fan selfies as <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@GaryValencianoOfficial/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gary V.</a> delivered more than just music — he delivered healing, nostalgia, and unfiltered joy.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>On October 12, approximately 3,000 fans packed the Pechanga Summit in Temecula, California.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Notable VIP guests included <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@RealDonitaRose/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Donita Rose</a> and Felson Palad, music director <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/2gV8jR7JzydPDhnwT3ZzNA?si=VoxLzvLRSyOq99YXino8zA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Troy Laureta</a>, Don Griffin, and StarMedia CEO Anna Puno among many others.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>A powerful duet with Gab Valenciano, <a href="http://yyyyyyhttps://open.spotify.com/track/1E4LknT7ZtOFFJcfgVCgoF?si=009fe18fbb1e4727" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Babalik Ka Rin”</a> brought the house down. The younger Valenciano’s vocals surprised even his own father as the dance champion is well known for his terpsichorean skills.  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Upon release of concert tickets for the Cache Creek event, they were sold out within 36 hours.  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>“We wanted a second show but couldn’t match schedules,” says venue head Zeke Perez. According to the management of the Norhtern California venue, in 2022, Gary outsold every foreign and local act in their facility in 2022 in tickets, F&amp;B sales, booked hotel rooms, etc.  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Fans witnessed Gary serenade <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/5LAufPjuQRvaU2DYRJRvb3?si=400f5b210eb7414f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“How Did You Know”</a> to a thrilled composer Cecile Azarcon-Inocentes who wrote the song. Also seen in the crowd was Gary’s music director during his Kundirana days, Mike Chio.  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>On October 19, Gary made history as the first Filipino artist to headline the prestigious CFISD Visual &amp; Performing Arts Center in Houston, Texas. He brought in music director Mon Faustino and musicians drummer Junjun Regalado, bass player Ritchie Ramos, second keyboardist Noel Lopez, lead guitarist Vinny Valenciano and vocalists Alyssa Quijano and Elke Saison- Ortiz.  The crowd?  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Wild.  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>The set?  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Over 2.5 hours of non-stop Gary V magic.  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/1DZGAZcaTA32eLJELEsjXY?si=KefRRyblSKGOw2p_qdfZeg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kiana V</a> opened with her composition <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/0h4GWtsvJHgUQSuT6Y6rHQ?si=3da246ab0bd14589" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Safe Place”</a> and stunned the audience with her rendition of the classic <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/568SEFtDjKr7N2PytpA6D5?si=f8a57ab9b3634441" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Somewhere Over the Rainbow.”</a>  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>The trio medley with her father and music Mon Faustino featuring 80s movie classics — <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/2NJbyk6ebaHdTYbEZne47I?si=419f91c774e84c10" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Each Passing Night,”</a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/4LjCbzVT7UzvYJ5fNZJj0v?si=4878564613584b6a" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Reaching Out,”</a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/7EUCBzWMZO1fz2smnCVcCw?si=fb03a1c7a4ec4f23" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Narito,”</a> and <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/7iiOLoFR4czrQTjY4cS22L?si=62a92c11398c49fc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Sana Maulit Muli”</a> — was a multi-generational moment of pride and musical excellence. <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>The Inspired concert tour is serving more than just music — it’s also a visual and emotional journey.  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Each show features cinematic visuals crafted by visionary director Paolo Valenciano together with the recently-departed GA Fallarme, longtime graphic visual director for Gary V’s Pure Energy shows. Cherie Gil’s son powerhouse sound engineer Jay Eigenmann flew in from New York for the tour. A dance crew led by Lianna and Gio Martinez who were part of dance champion group, LSDC joined the entourage.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>The multimedia experience synchronized live performances with vintage concert footage from The Big Dome Araneta Coliseum, SM MOA Arena, and the Music Museum, among other venues, showcasing Gary’s 42-year legacy.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>From dancefloor favorites like <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/0Il2dvv4iOSehO5NcoZEZO?si=399c815da9494dd3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Shout for Joy”</a> to soul-touching rarely-sung recordings of Gary V like <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/44xjAnLiYwDYcq9zBS8I6c?si=6252fcb3ab7c43b7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Home,”</a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/2QoOt5ghsivAEXmYEnr2kg?si=1f3dedfbb61e4dce" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Love in Any Language,”</a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/4E437ZY17iHLACNpLpivH0?si=3ace98596d994966" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“When I Hear You Call,”</a> and <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/1TnNzhdJdQ4NY1qx4gFDRg?si=ae75b448c6c74c8d" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“As You Are,”</a> Gary V proves he can still move bodies — and hearts.  <div style="text-align:justify"> </div>The Aloha spirit merged with inspiration last October 26 in an unforgettable night of superb music at the heart of the island Honolulu, Hawaii last October 26. In this leg both Kiana and Gab Valenciano were present to join their dad together for the first time.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Gary made his historic Charlotte, North Carolina on November 2, 2025 at the Dale Halton Theater, a milestone moment for the legendary artist that was one for the ages.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Be inspired and follow Gary V on his official socials to enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes content, fan selfies, and daily testimonies from those who’ve been moved by the music.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>This wasn’t just another tour.  It was a heart-to-heart journey with the icon who continues to inspire generations, whether you’re a longtime fan or just newly- charged by Gary V’s pure energy. This was an open invitation to his American fans.<div style="text-align:justify"> </div>Inspired was not just a concert, it was a calling to live life to the fullest through the transformative power of music that inspires.

Mr. Pure Energy delivered five emotionally-charged, jam-packed shows in California, Texas, Hawaii, and North Carolina.

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