Wanderland Music and Arts Festival 2023: The Comeback

Wanderland Music and Arts Festival is a 2-day event that was held at the Filinvest Event Grounds in Alabang, Muntinlupa City on March 4 and 5.

In previous years I wanted to attend and cover the Wanderland Music and Arts Festival event and I can remember applying as a media to cover one Wanderland event and unfortunately didn't get a response but this time I was very fortunate to be given an opportunity and a media pass under Philippine Concerts to cover the event.

Unfortunately, I have to pass covering Day 1 of the event because of my son's First Communion event which I cannot miss. However, I was able to attend and cover Day 2 of the festival and it was an incredible experience.I was blown away by the talent and energy of all the performers, as well as the enthusiasm of the crowd

After work, I went to the event around 5 PM and started checking the booths and scouted the area for a good spot to take photos during the music performance. There is also a live painting event and other activities happening around the venue.

Wanderland offers fresh music and also promotes home grown artist. It is my first time listening and watching most of the bands in the lineup for Day 2.

The Ridleys

Flu

GEORGE

HYBS

I really enjoyed the music of the indie duo band from Thailand with their relaxing and unique music.

STEPHEN DAY

RICO BLANCO

One of the most awaited set is from OPM icon Rico Blanco. He played his hits including Balisong, 214, Awit ng Kabataan and more.

There's a lot of people inside the event and I cannot move around the area which is why I have limited photos but I did enjoy the set, music and satisfied with the shots that I have. Rico Blanco also liked my Instagram post, shared it in his IG story.

He even posted my photos in his Instagram.

FKJ (French Kiwi Juice)

Next is French multi-instrumentalist and singer FKJ where he showcased his skills in playing different instruments and also his music.

DASHBOARD CONFESSIONAL

American rock band Dashboard Confessional is back in the Philippines and they played their hits including Vindicated, Stolen and more.

Posted my photos in Instagram and got a like from Dashboard's female vocalist Abigail Kelly

PHOENIX

Last but not the least is French rock band Phoenix who is the main artist for the night. 

I've heard the event ended around 1 AM and though I didn't finished the show to avoid traffic I did enjoy my first Wanderland event. It was both tiring and fun but kudos to Karpos Media for the well organized event and looking forward for the event next year.

I was able to meet actress Maris Racal who is watching and supporting his boyfriend Rico Blanco, Blogger/Influencer Laureen Uy and Model Marlene Capones who attended the event.

Photos taken using Nikon D750 for Philippine Concerts