When I first knew that The 1975 would be coming back here in the Philippines, I knew I had to go. One of the many reasons is that they know what music is about. They want to connect. Just like what Matty told last night "I want you to connect with me, I want you to connect with others." (Something like that) And so we put down our phones. In that moment, I didn't care if I'd be able to capture that moment with my device, the only thing that I have in mind is to feel it and loosen up just in that moment at least - to capture it on my mind instead.
I know I'm not the only one. There are probably thousands and thousands of people who adore them as well for thousands and thousands of reasons. The atmosphere in the arena was so positive and lively. We were all excited. Despite our differences, we were able to connect because of one band. "We are bigger here than in our fucking country." "Manila you are so loud!"
At first, I was so afraid to go in thinking that I'll be all alone. I was clinging to my mom for a good hour. "You are not here to make friends, you are here to enjoy and see The 1975." Well, I guess seeing The 1975 actually resulted me to some friends too, mom!
7:59 PM, I was screaming my heart out inside, thinking that in a minute, I'm finally going to hear and see them perform live. After a couple attempts of standing and sitting on the chair for about 40 minutes past 8:00 in hope of seeing them, finally the lights started to dim.
The vibe was so surreal. I didn't expect that night to be so blissful! I am so amazed. I heard great music live from outstanding artists.
The fact that George was shirtless while playing the drums is enough to destroy my whole being. It was so hot, I couldn't breathe.
Ross looks so cool and so handsome in person!!!
Adam, oh, Adam! I would gladly do anything just to be your Eve.
Oh, heyyyy Matty!
Hair is on fleek. Banging it is enough to make me drool more than I did during our travel.
"We are the 1975 from Manchester England and you are.... Manila!"
Good things must come to an end but they just gave us an assurance that they'll be back here again! "We are down to the last two shows of our tour and after that we will finish our second album and go back to Manila." The 1975 sounds so amazing live, they gave me chills, they understand music and they reach us through it. Music became our medium. This experience is something to treasure about. Listening to them for more than an hour is a satisfying proof that they are real. That they're actually the people who create amazing music that I listen to. I can't wait! Thank you for the opportunity. Thank you God.
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