ICONIC SINGERS, ESTEEMED VOCAL GROUP IN ‘HAPPY TOGETHER’
VIVA LIVE is bringing back the singers of the New Minstrels, with an all-new repertoire for another evening of song, romance, dance, and fun happenings, in “Happy Together.” The outing becomes even more special as the country’s premiere vocal group The CompanY joins them on Feb. 13 at the Plenary Hall of the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC).
The leading showband of the ’70s era, The New Minstrels is famous for its pop rendition of Filipino standards like “Buhat” and “Balut.” It boasts of members who have gone on to successful solo careers. Returning for this extraordinary concert are Joey Albert (of “Tell Me,” “Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin” fame), Ding Mercado (“See You There”), Chad Borja (“Ikaw Lang”), and Louie Reyes and Eugene Villaluz (“Nothing I Want More”).
The CompanY celebrated its 30th year in the music business last year. Initially inspired by groups like the Manhattan Transfer, the Swingle Singers and The New Minstrels, The CompanY has developed a distinct sound over the years. Among their hit singles are “Now That I Have You,” “Muntik Na Kitang Minahal,” “Pakisabi Na Lang,” “Special Memory,” “Nawawala Ang Puso Ko,” “Just A Love Song,” “What Would They Say,” “Afraid For Love To Fade,” “You Changed My Life In A Moment,” and “Manila.”
The CompanY today is made up of Moy Ortiz, bass and tenor; Sweet Plantado, soprano; Annie Quintos, soprano; Cecile Bautista, alto; and returning for this special show after years spent performing abroad is original member Reuben Laurente, tenor.