Over the weekend, K-Pop star Sandara Park expressed her desire to collaborate with local pop superstar Sarah Geronimo.
“I want to, I really want to. But for now, my collaboration is set with SB19. It’s scheduled for Christmas, so watch out for it. I’m eagerly anticipating it,” Sandara said.
In response, Sarah G said she also wanted to collaborate with the 2NE1 member.
The two shared the stage alongside host Robi Domingo and love team of Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano during Acer’s Ace Your World concert held at the Mall of Asia Arena. The group talked about their experience being celebrity ambassadors of the brand.
The event was a double celebration as Acer Philippines marked Acer Day 2023 and its 20th anniversary. Apart from Sarah G, Sandara, and DonBelle, a powerhouse cast of artists also graced the stage including Sunkissed Lola, December Avenue, Zach Tabudlo, Sponge Cola, Mayonnaise, Ben&Ben, and Ely Buendia. Predator Gaming brand ambassadors also joined in on the fun, and Acer treated concertgoers to many activities where they got to take home prizes such as Acer products.
“We chose a line-up that Filipinos of different generations will enjoy so everyone can watch the concert and have a great time,” said Acer Philippines Senior Marketing Manager Princess Laosantos.
It was a full house at the SM MOA Arena and on Facebook, with an estimated 15,000 attendees watching in person and online.
Sarah G., who opened the concert performed two songs “Cuore” and “Alam.” For her part, Sandara, together with the GForce Dancers, sang “Festival,” the lead single to her self-titled solo debut mini album. It was her first time performing the song live before a Philippine audience. She also performed “T Map,” “In or Out,” and “I Am the Best.”
The country’s favorite young love team DonBelle brought kilig to the concert with a duet of the song “Byahe” by John Roa.
Although currently on their world tour, kings of P-pop SB19 prepared a video greeting to their Acer family.
Sunkissed Lola kept the ball rolling with “Pasilyo,” “Pakisabi,” “Damag,” and “Makalimutan Ka.” pop-alternative rock group December Avenue followed up with their hit songs, “Kahit ‘Di Mo Alam,” “Bulong,” “Dahan,” “Eroplanong Papel,” “Ilang Beses Kita Mamahalin?,” “Wala Nang Iba,” “Huling Sandali,” “Kung ‘Di Rin Lang Ikaw,” “Saksi Ang Langit,” and “Sa Ngalan Ng Pag-Ibig.”
Next up was rock band Mayonnaise, who delighted the audience with “Bakit Pt. 2,” “Synesthesia,” “Kapag Lasing Malambing,” “Tayo Na Lang Dalawa,” and “Jopay.”
Filipino singer-songwriter Zach Tabudlo brought the house down with three of his hits— “Give me your forever,” “Pano,” and “Binibini.”
Finally, Sponge Cola took the stage with “Pasubali,” “Tuliro,” “Kay Tagal Kitang Hinintay,” “Kunwari,” “Bitiw,” and a special rendition of “Jeepney,” and “Puso.”
Gen Z favorite Ben&Ben gave the crowd eight songs, including “Ride Home,” “Sa Susunod na Habang Buhay,” “Leaves,” “Kathang Isip,” “Pagtingin,” “Araw-araw,” “Maybe the Night,” and “Paninindigan Kita.”
To end the evening on a high, Ely Buendia took the stage with iconic Eraserhead songs, “Alapaap,” “Toyang,” “Pare Ko,” “Spolarium,” “Ligaya,” “Magasin,” “Superproxy,” “With a Smile,” and “Huling El Bimbo.”
“This concert is not just an anniversary celebration but a way for Acer to give back to the community by staging a memorable event that brings all the hottest musical acts in town,” said Sue Ong-Lim, Acer Philippines General Manager.