The Araneta Center: Elton John's Concert Promo

The Araneta Center are giving away TEN TICKETS to ELTON JOHN'S CONCERT on December 8, 2012 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum!

Mechanics:
• Create a 3-minute video of yourself singing your favorite Elton John song.
• Write a short description about your video entry.
• Upload it on Facebook and tag @AranetaCenter on Facebook.
• If you can’t upload directly on Facebook, post the YouTube link on the Araneta Center Facebook wall.
• The top 10 videos with the most number of likes on Facebook win tickets to the Elton John concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on December 8, 2012.
• Ten winners will get two tickets each.
• Announcement of winners will be on December 6, 2012.
• Winners can claim their prizes on December 7, 2012 at the Will Call Window of the TicketNet Box-Office, Smart Araneta Coliseum, from 10am to 9pm.
• Winners must present at least one photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, student ID, company ID, etc.)
• Representatives must present an authorization letter and a Xerox copy of the winner’s photo ID when claiming their prizes.

Promo runs from November 23 to December 5, 2012.

The Rocket Man on December 8, 2012 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. #NoOtherVenue

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A Glimpse of Elton John's Most Interesting Quotes

He’s out to take over the Big Dome on December 8 and every Filipino worth his musical salt is waiting for Sir Elton John to bring his Rocket Man concert in Manila. From his numerous awards – six Grammys, four Brit Awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Tony Award – to his knighthood for his services to music and charitable services bestowed upon him by nothing less than Queen Elizabeth II, Elton John has proved to the world why he’s hands down, one of the most successful music idols in history.

Elton John is not just a mere English singer and song writer. He’s a rare personality that sparks a lot of interest along the way as he releases one hit song after another from the humble start of his career mainly because of his exceptional personality. The Rocket Man is not just famous for a long and ongoing series of hit records, he’s also quite popular for his thoughts as well.

On pop princess Britney Spears:  “I do like Britney Spears. I think she’s cute. I think she’s fun. And I like her records.   You know, I’m not a pop snob whatsoever. I think she makes great pop records.”

On rock and roll: “The great thing about rock and roll is that someone like me can be a star.”

On living life to the fullest: “Live for each second without hesitation.”

On success: “The whole point of being in this business is and being blessed is that you’re able to do things for your friends or family, which means they can have something special in their lives, too.”

On HIV: “And the danger is – and it’s happening – is we’re seeing an incredibly big rise amongst young gay people, young heterosexual people as far as catching HIV, which is, you know, in an educated country like this or in Britain, it’s frightening.”


On previous romances and the current love of his life: “I took hostages and prisoners and expected them to adapt to my lifestyle. This relationship is a very 50-50. That's the mistake I made in my past relationships. I've done a lot of work on myself. I'm 16 years sober. I don't run away and I don't take drugs. I deal with the situation and I have a partner in my life who is great and helps me to do that.”

On his interests: “I’ve only been interested in the artistic side of life.”

On fellow British Superstar Sting  who will also perform live at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on December 9: “Sting is one of my great buddies and I love him to death.”

Get a look into the Rocket Man and his songs when Elton John invades Manila on December 8, 2012 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. For tickets, you may log on to www.ticketnet.com.ph or call TicketNet at 911-5555.

Elton John Live in Manila: 40th Anniversary of the Rocket Man Tour is presented by Manhattan Garden City. It is also brought to you by Midas Promotions and Araneta Center. Television partners are ABS-CBN and Solar Entertainment. Other media partners are Philippine Daily Inquirer, Manila Bulletin, Business World, Metro and Metro Society, Radio High, Crossover. Official hotels are Manila Peninsula, Crowne Plaza Galleria and Holiday Inn. Official Transport partners are H&M Transport and Joylong Van Philippines.

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TREK Celebrates its 5th Year with an outreach in the mountains of Kibungan

Trails to Empower Kids, a volunteer group, composed mostly of mountaineers who serve isolated communities in the mountains will celebrate its 5th Anniversary with an outreach program in Kibungan, Benguet.

Target beneficiaries are Polis Barrio School, Barangay Poblacion; Palina Elementary School, Barangay Palina; Tabbac Primary School, Barangay Palina; Legleg Barrio School, Barangay Palina; Napsong Barrio School, Barangay Madaymen; Lanipew Barrio School, Barangay Tacadang; Batangan Bario School, Barangay Tacadang; Les-eng Barrio School, Barangay Tacadang; Gasal Barrio School. Barangay Lubo; Lubo Elementary School, Barangay Lubo; Tonquey-Nalusbo Primary School, Barangay Madaymen and Ewa-Bokes Elementary School. Most of these schools are accessible only via hours of trek.

The group is now calling for volunteers who would join a small group of mountaineers who will traverse the mountains from November 30 to December 9, 2012.  Those with basic mountaineering training are preferred.  For those who are free only on weekdays, they are welcome to join the outreach from December 8-9, 2012.

There are also other ways to help make this project a memorable one for the children of Kibungan.

For more information, log on to www.trailstoempowerkids.com.

This Headware will help raise funds for school kids in the mountains. To reserve your limited edition TREK Headware, e-mail trailstoempowerkids@gmail.com.

Source:

http://www.voluntourism.ph/2012/10/trek-celebrates-its-5th-year-with.html

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Araneta Center Belen Lighting

Nativity scene ushers in the true meaning of Christmas

For 20 years now, the Araneta Center has put up the Belen, a traditional Filipino Christmas icon that depicts the birth of Jesus Christ. This life-sized depiction of the Nativity at the Farmers Market, which serves as a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas, has come to be a yearly local attraction, and Christmas at the Araneta Center is not the same without the Belen.

Following the Giant Christmas Tree lighting last November 9, the Araneta Center continues the tradition of ushering in the holiday season with the annual Belen Lighting ceremony.

This year’s Belen Lighting ceremony was held on November 16 at Farmers Market. Present to witness the solemn ceremony were Quezon City Vice Mayor Joy Belmonte, Quezon City 3rd District Congressman Jorge Banal, Barangay Socorro Barangay Chairman Joey de Guzman, Quezon City 3rd District Councilor Pinggoy Lagumbay, and Quezon City Market Department OIC Noel T. Soliven.

The Christmas cheer continues at the Araneta Center after the Belen lighting, so be sure to check out all the holiday sights, sounds, treats, and activities lined up for the whole family from November until January 2013:

Buy all things Christmassy at the Parolan bazaar in Farmers Garden; get your fill of fresh-cooked puto bumbong and bibingka, plus other mouth-watering treats at the Christmas food fair in Quadrant C (Giant Christmas Tree area); and be dazzled with the showcase of brightly-lit electric capiz floats also in Quadrant C. Get great bargains as well during the Araneta Center Pre-Christmas Sale on November 23 to December 2.

Be serenaded by the different chorale groups as they sing your favorite Christmas carols every weekend from November 17 to December 23 during the Chorale Competition; marvel at the fireworks display every Friday and Saturday all throughout the holidays; and get your kids to meet Santa at Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, and farmers Plaza every Friday to Sunday from December 1 to 25.

The British are coming to Manila, as well as your favorite Disney Princesses and Heroes, this December! Catch Sir Elton John and Sting as they stage back-to-back concerts at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on December 8 and 9. And on December 25 to January 3, see your favorite Disney princesses Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Aurora, Snow White, Cinderella, Rapunzel, and Tiana, and their equally dashing princes in Disney on Ice: Princesses and Heroes! Log on to www.ticketnet.com.ph or call (02) 911 5555 for tickets.

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Headphones that are built to last

Each time you recklessly chuck your headphones in your backpack after every use, you know too well those headphones might not come back to you in one piece.  Let’s face it: the backpack, combined with an active lifestyle, is an extreme environment for headphones. Adventurous and active music lovers always find it hard to make a pair of headphones last due to all the wear and tear from their activities.

“Loose cords and broken headbands are just some of the problems that many music lovers encounter with their headphones. Whether it gets broken in the backpack or in the mountains, people always end up disappointed with subpar durability,” says Ms. Angelia Oh, General Manager for Philips Consumer Lifestyle, Philippines.

To address this issue, Philips and surf brand O’Neill teamed up to develop a range of headphones that are strong enough to endure extreme conditions. The Philips O’Neill The Construct SHO7205BK is part of this line.

According to Ms. Oh, The Construct is one of the most durable headphones in the market due to its material and construction. Its ultra flexible TR90 headband can withstand bends, stretches and twists without deforming or breaking. Its cable is just as tough and is also tangle-free. The headphone’s drivers are also protected with metal rings around the earcan and employ engineered safe release cans that allow it to weather hard impacts.


In terms of sound quality, The Construct holds its own, with Ms. Oh explaining that “The Construct delivers solid deep bass that’s crisp and powerful through 40mm drivers.” This means that users can still clearly hear their music regardless of their activity. And where comfort is concerned, Ms. Oh says that the ear cushions are soft and thick enough for isolation while the headband cover is made of soft fabric for added comfort.

Ms. Oh adds that The Construct can be enjoyed by a wide variety of listeners. “Sound lovers are not limited to commuters or office workers. They are everywhere. And we want everyone to take their music with them everywhere as well without the fear of it getting broken,” she remarks. “The Construct is a pair of headphones they can literally bring anywhere, even in the great outdoors.”


 “Durable portable headphones are hard to come by. But this range of Philips O’Neill headphones were made to outlast, withstand and endure, with the consumers’ utmost needs in mind,” she concludes.

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About Royal Philips Electronics

Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is a diversified health and well-being company, focused on improving people’s lives through meaningful innovation in the areas of Healthcare, Consumer Lifestyle and Lighting. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Philips posted 2011 sales of EUR 22.6 billion and employs approximately 122,000 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. The company is a leader in cardiac care, acute care and home healthcare, energy efficient lighting solutions and new lighting applications, as well as male shaving and grooming, home and portable entertainment and oral healthcare. News from Philips is located at www.philips.com/newscenter.

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Expect an eargasmic experience at the Exception Music Festival!

(Manila, Philippines) Hold on to your eardrums—the country’s biggest outdoor dance music festival is about to blow you away!


The Philippines’ leading party provocateur Bigfish presents the first-ever Exception Music Festival, happening on November 24, 2012, 4PM at Bonifacio Global City. With a total of 27 acts set to seize the stage, Exception is the country’s most massive outdoor dance music gathering to date. Grammy-nominated American beatmaster BT leads the pack of performers, which includes some of the hottest foreign and local DJs and bands.

This major musical congregation will house three stages to accommodate its spectacular lineup. The Freedom Music-sponsored main stage will boast both icons and up-and-comers in the international EDM scene, including BT; UK-based electro pros Andy Moor, James Zabiela, and Mat Zo; Dutch trance duo W&W; and energetic Australian act Tydi. Also hitting the main stage are local electronic music stalwartsMartin Pulgar, Marie Garcia, and Bigfish resident DJ John Paul Lee.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Sound tent will be a hotbed of house music awesomeness as it plays host to Switzerland-based Italian maestroEDX, Hed Kandi’s resident DJ Stuart Ojelay and saxophonist Aimee Jay, as well as the country’s own formidable mixmasters Alinep, Pav Parotte, Jack Stone, Marc Naval, Manolet Santos, Karl Ty, and Bigfish resident DJ Chris Raeuber.

At Exception, there’s even a stage to offer festival-goers a full band experience! Head to the live stage to catch some of the country’s biggest bands, such as Pinoy alternative rockers Parokya ni Edgar, Sandwich, 6 Cycle Mind, and Imago; dance-punk five-piece Pedicab; dancetronica trio Techy Romantics; plus a teamup between DJ Elmer Dado and percussionists Gruppo Tribale.

Festival-goers are free to hop from stage to stage and soak in the spectrum of sounds on display—from high-flying trance to pulse-pounding house to hard-hitting rock. Team Exception or EMF will pull out all the stops to make the experience as reveler-friendly as possible: credit card payments will be accepted, an ATM will be on the premises, cell phone charging stations will keep guests connected, food and drinks booths with several international food brands to satisfy your cravings will be available throughout the sonic spectacle.
 festival merchandise will be available for sale to let you bring home more than great memories. Make sure to come in comfy clothes so you can let loose and enjoy this EDM extravaganza to the hilt!

Tickets are on sale for only P1,275 until November 22. From November 23 onwards they will be sold at P2,625. VIP tickets are priced at P3,675 until November 22, and will be priced at P4,725 from November 2 until November 24. For your VIP tables you can reserve through 09218380133 / 09179318444
 
 
Get your tickets now to be part of this one-of-a-kind outdoor aural experience! For inquiries and VIP table reservations, contact (02) 6327762 or (02) 6348238. For more information, visit www.exceptionmusicfestival.com. Together we shall make history.

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Mission
Pushing the EDM scene and making the philippines home for the biggest and most attended dance music Festivals around Asia.

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Bigfish was born out of passion—a passion for dance music and its power to submerge you in a range of emotions, to awaken your suppressed energies, to unite a room full of strangers into one happy, heaving, hollering mass.

When Bigfish came to life before the turn of the century, the idea of superstar DJs spinning in branded parties in Manila was all but a fantasy. Sure, there were club events he
re and there, but none stemmed from any real, dedicated organization, nor any all-consuming desire to propagate the testament of dance. But Manila was ready for a revolution, and it took a single, struggling neophyte dance outfit to spark it. By bringing in the hottest talents the world had to offer, Bigfish kept the country up to speed with the rest of the global dance scene, thereby changing the face of clubbing in the Philippines.

In 2000, Team Bigfish brought in mammoth club brand Cream for a one-night gig and were floored by the white-hot reception as party-loving Pinoys rushed to the Cream Halloween Ball in droves. Two years later, Chicane’s Manila visit set a new record for Bigfish, bringing out unprecedented numbers of partyphiles all eager to hear the electronic music legend spin in the flesh. Pretty soon, more and more world-renowned DJs and club brands were making a pitstop at these humble shores: Paul van Dyk, Armin van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Markus Schulz, Ministry of Sound, Hed Kandi, Godskitchen, Gatecrasher, Slinky, Fierce Angels, Housexy, Pacha, Defected in the House, Global Underground, Fierce Angels, Amnesia Ibiza, and Space Ibiza.

Bigfish had become the channel through which we could claim a place in the universal club community, and through which they, too, could say howdy to us.

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Sting's Back to Bass at The Big Dome!!! Ticket Exchange Information Update

December 9^th performance in Manila to move to Araneta Coliseum

IMPORTANT TICKET INFORMATION UPDATE

Wed. October 31^st, 2012:

As previously announced, Sting’s Back to Bass concert previously scheduled at the Mall of Asia Arena has been moved to Araneta Coliseum. There is no change to the show date, which remains Sunday, December 9^th, 2012.

If you have a ticket to the previous venue, please see exchange instructions below. Refunds if necessary are available at point of purchase, as outlined below. For fans interested in purchasing tickets to Sting’s concert at the Araneta Coliseum, those will go on sale beginning October 31^st for General Admission and on November 10^th for all reserved and VIP seating.

TICKET EXCHANGE FOR HARD TICKETS / REDEEMED TICKETS – NOVEMBER 10 – 20, 2012:

Customers may exchange their tickets in person November 10 through November 20, 2012.

 In order to receive the exchange, please bring your SMTICKETS ticket to the Ticketnet office at the Araneta Coliseum from 10AM-7PM daily. SMTickets and Ticketnet are working closely together in order to provide similar seat locations. All fans holding an SM Ticket who did not receive or register for a refund are assured a comparable ticket at the new venue.

Section exchange will be as follows:

MOA ARENA               -----      ARANETA COLISEUM

VIP                              =                      VIP (reserved seating)

Patron                         =            Patron (reserved seating)

Lower Box A                =            Lower Box (reserved seating)

Lower Box B                =            Upper Box A (reserved seating)

Upper Box                   =            Upper Box B (reserved seating)

General Admission      =          General Admission (free seating)

TICKET EXCHANGE FOR UNREDEEMED TICKETS (BOUGHT ONLINE BUT NOT YET CLAIMED) – NOV. 5-15.

Customers with unredeemed vouchers must proceed to MOA Arena Ticket Booth between November 5 - 15 with their voucher, valid government issued ID, credit card (actual card and photocopy of card) used to purchase the MOA Arena/SMTickets tickets to claim their Araneta Coliseum/Ticketnet tickets.

*After November 15, 2012, all unredeemed on-line purchases shall be deemed cancelled and charges reversed.

NEW TICKET PURCHASE FOR ARANETA COLISEUM – STARTING OCTOBER 31.

General Admission – selling will start October 31, 2012

 VIP, Patron, Lower Box, Upper Box A & B – selling will start November 10, 2012.

 TICKET REFUNDS – OCTOBER 31 – NOVEMBER 8:

Fans who do not wish to attend the rescheduled performance may refund their ticket from October 31 to November 8, 2012 only. NO REFUNDS WILL BE ACCEPTED BEYOND THIS PERIOD.

Those who wish to refund their tickets must proceed to the branch where they bought / redeemed their tickets. Customers must surrender their tickets in order to get refund. NO TICKET, NO REFUND.

a.      Cash Transactions – customer surrenders ticket and is refunded in cash.

b.      Credit Card Transactions – customer surrenders ticket and transaction will be reversed. Please allow 10-14 banking days to reverse the transaction.

c.       Online Transactions:

       i)   UNREDEEMED TICKETS (TICKETS BOUGHT ONLINE BUT NOT YET CLAIMED) – Customer may email the TICKET CLAIM VOUCHER to smtickets@gmail.com to request a reversal to their order. Please allow 10-14 banking days to reverse the transaction.

      ii)  REDEEMED TICKETS – Customer surrenders ticket and transaction will be reversed.

Please allow 10-14 banking days to reverse the transaction.

DECEMBER 9^TH – ARANETA COLISEUM:

The box office at Araneta Coliseum will be open to assist out of town guests who are unable to exchange their ticket during the designated time frame. While no refunds will be available on night of show, tickets may be exchanged with available seating offered on a first come, first served basis.

Ovation Productions and Live Nation Global Touring apologize for any inconvenience to fans as a result of the venue change

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