Air Supply arrives Wednesday for three concerts

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MANILA, Philippines -- Air Supply, composed of guitarist and songwriter Russell Hitchcock and lead vocalist Graham Russell, arrives today in time for their concert at the University of Baguio gym. Thursday, the duo will perform at the Aliw Theater with Joey Abando’s Boyfriends providing the front act.

Filipino fans of Air Supply are certainly excited to be hearing once more from the duo their big hits like “All Out Of Love,” “Every Woman In The World,” “The One That You Love,” “Lost In Love,” “Here I am (Just When I Thought I Was Over You),” “Sweet Dreams,” “I’ll Never Get Enough,” “Now And Forever,” “Making Love Out Of Nothing At All,” “Even The Nights Are Better,” “Two Less Lonely People In The World,” “Stronger Than The Night,” among many others.

Danee Samonte of Steve O’Neal Productions, promoter of the Air Supply concerts in Manila, said their last show, on May 13, will be Toledo City in Cebu. “Air Supply Tour 2011” is sponsored by Zest Air, Hyatt Hotel, Business Mirror, Star TV, Star World, MS for Men, Hard Rock Café and RJ 100.3, official concert station.

The group was formed in 1975 and a little later they came out with their first single, “Love And Other Bruises,” the year after their formation. It reached No. 6 on the Australian Kent Music Report Singles Charts. This maiden success of the duo was followed by the release of their self-titled debut album (produced by Peter Dawkins of Spectrum) which achieved Gold in Australia and reached No. 17 on the Kent Music Report Albums Chart. The group was then composed of Hitchcock, Russell, drummer Jeff Browne, guitarist McEntee and keyboardist and arranger Adrian Scott.

Their album, “The One That You Love,” released in 1981, went to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. It also featured two other Top 10 hits, “Here I Am...” and “Sweet Dreams.” The fourth single, “I’ll Never Get Enough” was released in Japan and achieved Top 10 status. In 1982, their next album “Now And Forever,” enhanced the group’s popularity with the Top 20 hits “Even The Nights Are Better” and two Top 40 singles “Young Love” and “Two Less Lonely People In The World.” In 1983, they released their “Greatest Hits” album with a new single, “Making Love Out Of Nothing At All,” which went to be one of their biggest hits, spending three weeks at No. 2 and the album eventually sold five million copies. In 1984, their song “I Can Wait Forever” was included in a scene in the blockbuster movie “Ghostbusters.”

In 1985, Air Supply released their first live video, “Air Supply in Hawaii.” In 1987, they recorded a Christmas album before taking a break from studio recordings. The duo entered the recording studio once more in 1989 to record “The Earth Is,” which was released in 1991 by Gian Records under Warner Bros. Records. The album spawned the hit single “Without You.”

The Air Supply went on to record albums almost every year until 2010 when they released “Mumbo Jumbo” featuring 14 new tracks. In 2005, they performed in Havana, Cuba, one of the first foreign bands to perform in that country. They were supposed to do two shows but because of Hurricane Dennis that hit the country, they were able to do only the first, which was attended by 175,000 people.

In 2008, Air Supply was named as the No. 83 “Best Musical Act of All Time” in the Billboard Hot 100 50th year anniversary edition.

Joey Generoso, Sitti at The Establishment

Joey Generoso and Sitti take center stage as they perform every Wednesday evening for the month of May starting tonight, exclusively at The Hall of The Establishment.

By special request, Joey Generoso performs solo for the very first time as he sings unplugged. A lead vocalist and acoustic guitarist for the multi-awarded band Side A, Joey’s distinct voice is what gives the band its unique sound and appeal. Sitti on the other hand is credited for reviving the country’s interest in bossa nova, thanks to her soothing voice and charm. Her chart topping hits have given Sitti a host of awards early in her career.

The Establishment offers guests only the best entertainment week after week. After Joey and Sitti’s acoustic tunes on Wednesdays, take a trip down memory lane with Spirit of 67 for a dose of retro music on Thursdays. Friday evenings are headlined by Versions 4.0 and Kitty Girls as they belt out pop and R&B music while Saturdays feature an exciting mix of pop, R&B and new wave from the Zoo Band, guaranteed to keep you grooving all evening.

The Establishment is located at The Fort Entertainment Complex, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. For more details, visit www.establishment.com.ph.

Jericho Rosales wins Special Artist Award

Multi-talented ABS-CBN star Jericho Rosales has added another feather to his already colorful hat: He recently received a Special Artist Award (for “Outstanding Achievement in Acting”) at the Newport Beach Film Festival for his role as Victor in the film “Subject: I Love You,” directed by Francis dela Torre for Radiant/Tectonic Productions.

“Subject: I Love You” was the only film to sell out and have a seco
nd screening at the recently concluded NBFF where about 400 films participated. The cast of the movie: Brian Evigan (“Step Up 2”), Kristine Bauer (“True Blood”), Dante Basco (“Hook”), and Gary Valenciano in a cameo role, attended the premiere of the movie last April 30.

Special guests at the screening were Jamie Chung (“Sucker Punch”), “Greg Evigan (“BJ & Bear), Teresa Herrera, Oliver Tolentino and Kiana Valenciano. On the second screening, held on May 5, Black Eyed Peas’ Apl.De.Ap (who made a cameo role in the movie) attended.

Congratulations, Jericho!

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