Orange & Lemons to stage 25th anniversary concert
MANILA, Philippines – Orange & Lemons is set to hold a major concert in celebration of their 25th anniversary, the OPM band announced on Friday, September 6.
Titled Now & Then: Orange & Lemons 25th Anniversary Concert, the show will see the pop-rock ensemble perform a three-hour-long set. It will be held at the Metrotent Convention Center in Pasig City on October 18. It will also serve as a “special gift” to the large community that has witnessed the band’s evolution – from its successes and failures to all its lineup changes.
“The music industry has seen a lot of changes, and being flexible and open to evolving with the times has helped us stay relevant. Our fans have been a cornerstone of our journey. Their support, enthusiasm, and feedback have inspired us to keep pushing boundaries and to stay true to ourselves,” the band said in a press statement, adding that they intend to last as long as they can.
Ticket prices and perks are as follows:
- SVIP (P3,500) – access to VIP section, sound check, meet and greet, and limited edition merchandise
- VIP (P2,500) – access to the VIP section and meet and greet
- General Admission (P2,000) – access to the concert
Tickets are now on sale and may be purchased via Helixpay.
A day before the concert was announced, the band shared a letter dedicated to their fans, saying that reaching the 25-year mark serves as a testament to all those who have remained with them all these years.
“You’ve been with us through the highs and lows. From our beginnings as a struggling artist to our rise to fame, the heartaches of disbanding and a decade of quiet moments, the reformation and new releases. We couldn’t have done it without you,” the band wrote.
Formed in 1999, Orange & Lemons is the pop-rock band behind hits like “Hanggang Kailan,” “Heaven Knows,” and “Yakap sa Dilim,” among others. Its lineup consists of Clem Castro, Jared Nerona, JM del Mundo, and Ace del Mundo. – Rappler.com