Original Pinoy Music (OPM) artists Dessa, Troy Laureta, and DK Tijam will join forces for the first time in a special one-night performance titled By Request: Your Playlist Live Onstage on Aug. 16, 8:00 p.m.
The concert will be held at the Music Museum and is presented by DK Talents and Orange Magazine, in collaboration with Backstage Entertainment.
Dessa, who has previously collaborated with DK Tijam on online shows and live performances in Las Vegas and Los Angeles, is excited to reunite with him for this event.
“I met DK during the pandemic through Kumu, and we became close friends,” said Dessa who highlighted her previous work with Troy Laureta in Los Angeles and his recent successful show Harana with Martin Nievera.
Laureta, who will perform with Tijam for the first time, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration. “I first discovered DK through his soulful live streams on Kumu,” Laureta noted. He also praised Dessa, mentioning his familiarity with her work through The Filipino Channel and their past performances together.
For the concert, the artists will deliver a mix of beloved classic OPM hits, arranged by Laureta. Dessa will perform some of her original songs alongside DK, with both artists also preparing duets and production numbers designed to captivate the audience.
Dessa shared her gratitude for being able to continue performing. “I’m busy with gigs almost every weekend in the US and managing a small business selling pre-loved bags. I’m also studying to become a living life insurance agent,” she said.
Laureta, currently the musical director for Singaporean artist JJ Lin’s world tour, is also preparing for his headlining tour, Harana, which is set to launch in October. He revealed plans to bring the tour to Manila soon.
DK Tijam, who became a finalist in the inaugural Star in a Million in 2003, has remained active in the music scene despite relocating to Canada in 2006. Reflecting on his career, he remarked, “Music has always been a vital part of my life. After a brief period of doubt, I realized that my passion for music is integral to who I am.”
In addition to the main performers, the concert will feature Kayleigh Cerezo, Keena Cerezo, Antoinette Targa, Chelsea Star, and Bella Magabag.
Tickets for By Request: Your Playlist Live Onstage are available through Ticketworld, the Music Museum, or by contacting Diane Edosma at 09352057132 or Owian Alvar at 09275939673.
