The Jonas Brothers returned to Manila and celebrated five albums through a one-night concert at the MOA Arena.
American pop band Jonas Brothers held their one-night concert at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena on Thursday, February 22. Ovation Productions announced their return to the Philippines last year and tickets went on sale in January. The brothers’ last concert in the country was in 2012, both at the arena and the Waterfront Hotel in Cebu.
Prior to the concert, the brothers posted a few moments basking in Filipino culture as they were seen onboard a jeepney.
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Jonas Brothers enjoy Manila pre-concert
Kevin, Nick, and Joe, the three acts of the Jonas Brothers, all created a video message saying they will be performing at the MOA Arena this February.
“We’re so excited to perform all of your favorites and more. Kita kits!” they all said.
Kevin and Joe arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 separate from Nick, who arrived hours later. Entertainment reporter MJ Felipe had a chance to welcome the latter when he set foot at the airport and asked him how it felt like to return to the country.
“Excited for the show tomorrow, it’s going to be fun,” Nick answered.
The brothers bonded in different parts of the city before the concert. They were seen aboard a jeepney and Nick posted an Instagram story of them working out in a gym prior to performing. Joe also uploaded a photo on Instagram, captioning it with “Taking in that sweet Manila sun.”
A setlist of fan favorites
The brothers delivered an electrifying concert for their fans, who waited more than 11 years for them to return to the country.
They performed their beloved classics, “S.O.S,” “Love Bug,” “When You Look Me In The Eyes,” among others. Early JoBros fans also sang along when the threesome performed their Camp Rock songs “Gotta Find You,” “Play My Music,” and from Camp Rock 2, “Introducing Me.”
They also serenaded the fans with “Jealous,” “Waffle House,” “Year 3000,” “That’s Just The Way We Roll,” and more.
Here’s their set list.
“Way too long”
Joe chronicled to fans that he and his brothers arrived the night before the concert and had a chance to enjoy Manila.
“All day we’ve been exploring your beautiful city so we’re thrilled to be here,” he said. The singer added the three of them were excited to perform for their Filipino fans.
“Manila, it’s been way too long,” Joe remarked. “Thank you for the beautiful reception.” He teased the crowd that the concert would take fans “way back” to which Nick chimed in that they will be celebrating five albums.
The boys kicked it off with “What A Man Gotta Do.” They ended the show with “Leave Before You Love Me,” before bidding goodbye to their fans.
Manila… You were LOUD last night!! What a way to kick-off the international leg of #THETOUR. Couldn’t have asked for a better first night back ❤️ Thank you for having us! pic.twitter.com/LVsz3PglKg
— Jonas Brothers (@jonasbrothers) February 23, 2024
Jonas Brothers’ The World Tour will head to Jakarta, Indonesia next and then proceed to New Zealand and Australia in March.
Banner photo via Instagram @jonasbrothers.
