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IN PHOTOS: Erik Santos directs his own benefit concert and pays tribute to OPM icons in “Powerhouse 2”

Erik Santos, OPM classics, Powerhouse 2, Theater Solaire
Erik Santos sharing with the press details about his concert. REA NICO ALFONSO/INQUIRER.net

Erik Santos will pay tribute to legendary OPM icons such as Ryan Cayabyab, Ray Valera, Basil Valdez, Kuh Ledesma, Martin Nievera, and Gary V in his first directorial stint in a benefit concert dubbed “Powerhouse 2: Erik Santos Sings The Greatest OPM Classics” happening on April 7, 8PM, at The Theater Solaire Resort & Casino.

Erik Santos, OPM classics, Powerhouse 2, Theater Solaire
Erik Santos sings to the press during the press conference at Eclipse Bar, Solaire
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Erik Santos, OPM classics, Powerhouse 2, Theater Solaire
Erik Santos letting his heart out as he sings a medley from Ryan Cayabyab.
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During the press conference last Wednesday at Eclipse Bar in Solaire Resort & Casino, Erik spilled that directing is one of his dreams and he is thankful to have been given this opportunity to try it. Though he didn’t take formal classes in directing, he got tips by observing directors he has worked with throughout his career.

Erik Santos, OPM classics, Powerhouse 2, Theater Solaire
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Erik further added that he is both excited and pressured about his upcoming concert because it is a concert of “firsts” — it is his first time to direct a show and to perform at The Theater Solaire.

Erik Santos, OPM classics, Powerhouse 2, Theater Solaire
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When asked how he juggles his roles as director and performer, he admitted that it was challenging, though he added nothing is more challenging than singing legendary songs by OPM icons in a ballad version. It is his goal to rekindle people’s love for the greatest OPM classics and put the spotlight back on Original Pinoy Music through this concert.

Erik Santos, OPM classics, Powerhouse 2, Theater Solaire
The people behind local promoter, Lucky 7 Koi Productions, Inc. REA NICO ALFONSO/INQUIRER.net


Powerhouse 2: Erik Santos Sings The Greatest OPM Classics is promoted by Lucky 7 Koi Productions, Inc. and produced by Cornerstone Concerts. All proceeds from this concert will go to five beneficiaries.

For ticket details and prices, call Ticketworld at 891-9999 or log on to www.ticketworld.com.ph.

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