|
ONCE tagged as Asia’s Golden Voice, Jun Polistico returns to
Manila for a special solo concert at the Teatrino in Greenhills on
Friday, March 7. Billed as “Jun Polistico: The Homecoming,” the
concert serves as an opportunity for Polistico’s fans to see him
perform once again after the singer chose to live in the United
States for good.
“I’m happy to be back, “ Polistico tells
The Manila Times, “It’s been a very long time and I feel like
Manila has become more dynamic and there are a lot of new faces in
the music scene who I don’t recognize.”
Polistico adds that he never really left
singing, since he constantly gets invited to perform in shows for
the Filipino communities in the 51 states of America. He also had a
stint as the lead vocalist for the world-renowned band “The
Society of Seven.” performing regularly in Las Vegas and the rest
of the Nevada Hotel and Casino circuit.
“We [Filipinos] are everywhere. Music, I
think, is already innate in us. From karaokes to concert halls, even
in birthday celebrations, laging may kantahan.”
Originally from Ormoc, Polistico is known for
his unmatched dedication and admirable humility, taking on gigs
during his early days even when the pay is so meager. Because of his
gift of voice, he became popular and still considered as one of the
country’s finest balladeers of all time.
Local music critics have described Polistico’s
style as a cross between Julio Iglesias and Wayne Newton. His
repertoire usually includes memorable hits of Frank Sinatra, Neil
Diamond and Nat King Cole.
This Friday’s show is Jun Polistico’s first
concert in the Philippines after a long absence, and it promises to
be one very intimate concert where the music creates a very romantic
environment with such hit songs as “Mahiwaga,” “Feelings,”
“Ashes to Ashes,” “The Best Thing That Happened to Me,” and
“Sana’y Wala Nang Wakas,” a song that earned him a platinum
award from Viva Records.
“I am looking forward to this homecoming
concert. I know it will be special,“ he adds. The show is produced
by Viva Concerts and Events.
-- Sylvia Santamaria
|
