Side A at Bohol Tropics Dec. 19

You were just a dream that I once knew
I never thought I would be right for you
I just can't compare you with anything in this world
You're all I need to be forevermore
All those years
I long to hold you in my arms
I've been dreaming of you every night
I've been watching all the stars that fall down
Wishing you will be mine…

Okay, all together now, let’s sing the hit song Forevermore as we anticipate the arrival of its singer, Side A, which is having a concert on Friday, Dec. 19 at the Dagohoy Ballroom Sandugo of the Bohol Tropics (after MYMP and Kim Chiu performed on July 19 and other big performers).

“Side A will do what they do best — endear themselves to the Boholano audience by singing the soundtrack of our lives. It is a once-in-a-lifetime treat for musical lovers out there,” says Donald Fuertes, the event manager/sales and marketing of the Lazer Party Club. By the way, Donald is also the talent handler of the Models Unlimited.

It is expected to be a full house as tickets sold briskly weeks after the concert event had been announced.

Considered the country’s top-selling artists, Side A band boasts of a wide selection of hits—from new wave, love ballads, retroes, to originals.

Side A is one of the most popular bands in the country. They were considered equivalent to Toto as The Eraserheads to The Beatles. They were accepted by the mainstream proven by their hit records, sold-out concerts and recognitions they have received. Being true to themselves, their music and their fans was the secret of the band’s success.

The band was formed on 1985 in Manila, Philippines by Naldy Gonzales and a former member. They performed in several gigs in hotel lounges with their innocuous, easy listening style that reflected the tastes of the masses though the city were developing a new wave/punk scene.

Side A is composed of Joey Generoso (lead vocals and acoustic guitars), Joey Benin (bass guitar and vocals), Naldy Gonzales (keyboards and vocals), Ernie Severino (drums and vocals) and LeeVon Cailao (lead guitar and vocals). They popularized the songs Hold On, Tuloy Pa Rin Ako, Eva Marie, Forevermore, I Believe in Dreams, Let The Pain Remain and Set You Free.

This is perhaps the last concert of Joey Benin or Joey B. for short, the youngest of the band. According to a showbiz insider, he is retiring to settle here in Bohol to concentrate in a farm business. Joey B. joined the band on 1986 and played the bass ever since. His looks and voice melted the hearts of the females and was responsible of the bands stardom with his single “Eva Marie.”

Pop/RnB band Centerstage of Lazer Party Club will serve as frontact in the said pre-Christmas concert.

(Note: Ticket price is only P300, and for reservation, contact Donald Fuertes at 09173276888/411-2529.)

What’s up--------------------------------------------------
• Could it be true that a former high ranking official in the province “forcefully” grabbed his wife (who’s also a politician in a nearby town) when the invited singer (the Kilabot ng mga Colegiala who is known for his antics) praised the wife (saying “I love you, Maam!”)? Out of jealousy (perhaps), the hubby “vigorously” grabbed the wife who was then smiling to the singer. The preying eyes of the public were in awe and that “scene” remains the talk-of-town until now!

• Who will be Bohol’s Man and Woman of the Year? What Bohol’s Event of the Year? Send your nominations thru email leoudtohan@gmail.com or thru text at 09212446791. You may include your reasons why they are to be selected.

• Watch your favorite movie for free! Get a chance to watch your favorite movie this Christmas courtesy of the Island City Mall (ICM) by completing the following sentence: “My most unforgettable Christmas __________.” Five of the most creative answers will be chosen this week. Send your entries via email: leoudtohan@gmail.com or you can send it thru text at 09212446791. Please include your complete name, address and contact number. Names of the winners will be published here on Bared next Sunday. The contest is open to Bohol residents only. ICM Screenville Cinema is the most modern cinema outside Metro Manila. It has the first superior Dolby Digital Surround-Ex in Bohol. It has also a relaxing and comfortable fabric seats and state of the art film protection. So, what are you waiting for? Join now!

• It's the time of the year to celebrate Christmas with fellow Boholanos in California! The Tagbilaran Association of Northern California, Inc. (Tasci) Christmas Celebration and Party 2008 is on December 14, 11 am to 5 pm at the Cypress Recreation Center, Orange Avenue, Cypress, California. Bring a dish, dessert and soda for the potluck. Tasci will take care of the rest. Let all your kids (ages 1-12), participate in the "gift from Santa" festivities. Bring a gift worth $15.To join, you can contact Al Estaca-- (949) 394-3782, event chair; Eva Karaan-- (714) 484-0043, event vice chair; Sammy Sarmiento-- (909) 597-5052, music; and Malou Saito-- (909) 525-6429, programme.