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Filipino alt-rock icon Barbie Almalbis celebrates her 25th year in the music industry with a concert chronicling her career as an artist who helped build Pinoy rock into what it is today: borderless and always evolving, shattering the assumption that the movement is “a Man’s Man’s World". Aptly titled "Firewoman: 25 Years of Barbie Almalbis", the show will reunite two of her supergroups, Hungry Young Poets and Barbie’s Cradle, for a special moment filled with vigor, nostalgia, and appreciation. Almalbis will be performing some of the biggest and most notable hits of her career in three separate sets: as a frontwoman of the aforementioned bands, and as a solo artist who managed to make a name for herself.
The hitmaker behind the song Tabing Ilog reveals, “While this is truly a dream for me, it was GNN Entertainment Productions who first believed it could happen and conceptualized the show. We reached out Ricci Gurango, Franklin Benitez, Rommel de la Cruz, Wendell Garcia, and Kakoy Legaspi, and we’re delighted that they were all excited to do it too. Ricci, who now lives in the US, is coming home to the Philippines for the show.” "Firewoman: 25 Years of Barbie Almalbis" was conceived last year to honor the award-winning singer-songwriter’s contribution to OPM and to celebrate her staying power with anthems that proved to be impactful to listeners of all ages. In an official press statement, Almalbis shares, “I’m just so excited to play alongside some of my old friends, who also happen to be some my favorite musicians. We have so many great memories, making music, touring, and growing up together. They’ve taught me so much over the years. I’m just so grateful for this opportunity to jam with all of them on the show. I’m also looking forward to sharing the stage with many other artists I admire.”
Almalbis also attributes her success as a musician, a woman, and a person of influence to her team’s dedication and hard work. She adds, “I’m so grateful to still be playing, making music, and enjoying it a lot. It helps that I’m not doing it alone: my husband, who also loves music, helps me, especially during times when I find it hard to write. He’s a constant sounding board for ideas. Our daughter Stina has been joining in a lot lately too. I’m also so grateful for an excellent team: our manager Tommy, road manager Morris, and the band: Karel, Nikko, and Jonard. And of course, the one who holds the whole thing together. So much of my career was something I didn’t plan, so I always do my best to look to God and follow where he takes me. Music is such a gift; I’m praying I get to do it until I’m old and gray.”
Presented by GNN Entertainment Productions in partnership with Sony Music Entertainment, Backspacer Records, JB Music, Nova Wellness Store, and 123 Block, "Firewoman: 25 Years of Barbie Almalbis" is set to take place at 123 Block in Mandala Park on March 11, 2023 (Saturday) from 2:00 pm onwards. It will also feature performances by some of the country’s finest acts, including Sandwich, Gab Alipe of Urbandub, Clara Benin, I Belong To The Zoo, Kai del Rio, and Bird. Tickets to the show are available for purchase via TicketMelon.
