highlights of 2012

January

It was a much awaited time of the year not only because it was the start of 2012 but also because I was set to see Incubus live for the third time! I have a few friends who share the same passion as I do so what better way to start the year than to fly all the way to Thailand for the Silverlake Music Festival where Incubus will be headlining.

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February

The Pains of Being Pure at Heart was in town for a show at Hard Rock! Of course there is no way I'm gonna miss it! I dragged my friend Nicole which is also a big fan. Highlight of the night was talking to Connor (guitar sessionist / drummer for The Drums) backstage and not knowing what he was saying since I'm too stunned with what was happening at the moment.

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March

Quinn Allman. 'Nuff said.

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April

I decided to change my lifestyle in terms of food. I realized it was no longer an option to be unhealthy. I still eat junk but little to zero. I try not to deprive myself as well. I am still currently on this journey and I don't think it will ever end.
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May

I feel honored to be part of this wonderful first. Music, great people, artists, and a guacamole truck. What more can you ask for?

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First time in Tali Beach! I had a great time with some of my favorite people.

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June

Pop Pop Pofest x Dr. Martens! The first ever Indie Popfest franchise in Manila! Met some incredible people in just one night. Can't wait for this year's!

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July

2012 is really a year of 'firsts'. Another first, the first ever music video I directed! There were so much things I was not aware of and need to improve on.

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August

We met our new friend Jake! Almost every weekend is jam and flip cup night at his place. Funfunfun! We also met his two friends Nick and Maroun. They're all back in the US of A. 

September

This is me and Bea struggling in the kiddie pool. Random hangouts with your best friend is the best. Simple joys...

October

Foster the what? Yeah.

(Oh and also, I officially left the teenager train)

November

The first Tagaytay Electronica Festival! So much EDM rave it's crazy!

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December

Launched my very first collection entitled "Ghost Dream"
This year is indeed a year of firsts!
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To more firsts in 2013!

Check out this short collection of raw footages throughout the year. Enjoy!

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When I heard The Pains of Being Pure at Heart were heading to Manila, I knew I couldn't miss it! I went with my friend Nicole who I haven't seen for ages! We saw Peggy, Kip and Alex outside! Who knew we would meet them right away and the show hasn't even started. Good thing we were a bit early!

Spotted Kurt (drummer) a few minutes upon entering the venue!

Bee Eyes were the first opening act. I've seen them play before but only last night that I realized how good they sound.

The Camerawalls (fronted by Clem Castro of Clementine/former guitarist of Orange and Lemons) went on stage next. I don't know any of their songs except for "A Beginning Of Something Wonderful" which was an Orange and Lemons cover. Looks like I'm downloading a few EPs tonight...

Attending gigs always lead me to a discovery of great songs. Double whammy.

Finally, The Pains of Being Pure at Heart went on stage with "This Love Is Fucking Right" for song number one.

So the rumors that Connor Hanwick of The Drums will be playing with them was confirmed when a fifth member hit the stage. He plays drums for The Drums. The Drums plays him for drums. Plays drums him for The Drums. Okay, I'll stop...

He was smooth on guitar as he is on the drums! Despite the technical difficulty...

I got a few favorite tracks on video. Forgot "Say No To Love" though. I was too busy being in awe...

"Heart In Your Heartbreak"

"Falling Over"


"Young Adult Friction"

Peggy Wang is a hipster Cousin It on keyboards! I love it.

Pop dance party!!!

Kip did a mini solo segment of "Contender" in between the encore...
Funny how I created this "prediction setlist" playlist on my iPod (of course based from recent previous shows) and it's the exact set! Hah

After the show, I looked for Connor. Even though it was a Pains of Being Pure at Heart show, I wanted to seize the opportunity and meet at least 1/4 of The Drums.

Me: "Hi!!!"

Conner: (Looking unsure why this girl is waving at me) "Hiiiii..."

Me: "Can we have a picture with you?"

Conner: (Still looking unsure) "Oh, sure…"

Conner: "Let's hide here so no one will see."

He's not a big fan of mingling with people obviously but he was kind enough to chill and talk to us backstage.

We stayed and chatted with him while Kip was being raped by fans outside.

I asked him when are The Drums planning to visit Manila and he said he doesn't know but they've been to Jakarta so maybe they'll stop by Manila too someday. He was so beautiful I ran out of things to say good thing my friend Nicole kept the conversation going.

Check out Connor (on drums) in one of my favorite The Drums songs!

Watching that, now that I've met him makes me giddy all over! (plus goosebumps)

(Top and leather shorts from Forever 21, Vintage denim vest, Bag from Bangkok, Loafers from H&M)

Over all, it was a pretty awesome show. Another check off my "Bands I need to see" list!

Thank you Kind Assault and Joff Cruz!


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