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Moviegoers were in for a special treat as the legendary Filipino rock band Eraserheads delivered a surprise live performance during a sold-out screening of Eraserheads: Combo On The Run at a mall last March 21, 2025. The multi-awarded band wowed the unsuspecting audience with a six-set song, performing some of their biggest hits including “Superproxy”, “Combo On The Run”, “Alapaap”, “Spoliarium”, “Pare Ko” and “Magasin”. The pop-up performance was part of an initiative to reward devoted fans and rekindle the magic of in-theater experiences, encouraging audiences to support moviegoing culture in an era dominated by streaming. This was also one of select appearances in cinemas by the band to further fuel the excitement for the documentary film’s nationwide run.
Shown in more than 150 theaters nationwide last March 21-23, 2025, Eraserheads: Combo On The Run has received widespread acclaim from fans and critics alike. Billboard Philippines praised the film for being a “testament to the relatable human experience of finding healing and reconnecting with those who were once close to us”. Meanwhile, Pelikula Mania gave it a 4.5 out of 5 stars, calling it a “perfect tribute to an original Pinoy music icon”. Rappler called it “pure nostalgia juice that no fan can resist” in their spoiler-free review of the film while GMA News spoke fondly of the material, calling it a “history lesson on an important chapter of Pinoy pop culture”. Directed by Diane Ventura, the documentary offers an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the iconic Ang Huling El Bimbo reunion concert of 2022, unfolding against the turbulent backdrop of political division and the lingering uncertainty of the post-pandemic era. Featuring rare footage and never-before-seen interviews, the film takes audiences on a captivating odyssey through the band’s stories history, challenges, and triumphs. Ventura expressed her deep gratitude to Eheads fans for their unwavering support, sharing, “The positive response and support have been overwhelming and humbling. I’m filled with so much gratitude. I hope more people get to see the film. I hope it does for them what it did for me. This is not just a music story; it’s our story. This is for all of us.”
Adding to the excitement, the film teased the moviegoers and fans during the end credits when it announced initial details of the band’s upcoming show ERASERHEADS: ELECTRIC FUN MUSIC FESTIVAL. Set to be staged at SMDC Festival Grounds in Pasay City on May 31, 2025, the upcoming event promises to be another epic celebration of the band’s enduring legacy. Concert goers and Eheads fans can now purchase early bird tickets exclusively via PalawanPay. Adding fuel to the excitement, the band also teased a brand-new song in the end credits, sparking speculation about an upcoming release in the future. If confirmed, this would mark the Eraserheads’ first new material in over a decade, following 2014’s “Sabado” and “1995” which were later reissued on limited-edition vinyl with exclusive remixes in 2021. With a groundbreaking documentary, an upcoming concert and new music on the way, 2025 is surely shaping up to be a monumental year for Filipino music lovers, especially Eheads fans. Eraserheads: Combo On The Run is co-presented by DVent Pictures and WEU and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures Philippines. Due to insistent and persistent public demand, the Eheads documentary film is slated to return for one more theatrical run. Visit the official social media accounts of your local cinemas for availability and screening schedules.
