Solo (concert Residency)
Solo was a concert residency by Filipino singer Regine Velasquez at the Circuit Makati, Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Makati. Consisting of six shows, it began on February 17 and concluded on April 29, 2023. After not performing for a live audience following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Velasquez conceived the concert residency to celebrate the 35th anniversary of her professional debut. She described the show's concept as an artistic journey, with performances that would be devoid of front acts or special guests. Velasquez aimed to create an intimate experience for concertgoers, which she found challenging for shows held in arenas. The set list contained songs she has never performed before and featured music from mainstream acts, such as Lizzo, Charlie Puth, Elvis Presley, and Madonna, as well as Viral phenomenon, viral hits from the online video platform TikTok. It was exclusively promoted by iMusic Entertainment, with Raul Mitra serving as the music director, ...
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Regine Velasquez
Regina Encarnacion Ansong Velasquez ( ; born April 22, 1970) is a Filipina singer, actress, and record producer. She is considered one of the most influential figures in Philippine popular culture and is known for her vocal range and belting technique. She had unorthodox voice training during her childhood, where she was immersed neck-deep in the sea. Velasquez rose to prominence after winning the television talent show ''Ang Bagong Kampeon'' in 1984 and the Asia Pacific Singing Contest in 1989. Under the name Chona, she signed a recording contract with OctoArts International in 1986 and released the single "Love Me Again", which was commercially unsuccessful. The following year, she adopted the stage name Regine Velasquez for her debut studio album, '' Regine'' (1987), under the guidance of Viva Records executive Vic del Rosario and producer Ronnie Henares. She explored Manila sound and kundiman genres on her second and third studio albums, '' Nineteen 90'' (1990) and ' ...
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