Qatar saw a spectacular, packed concert with Filipino bands Mayonnaise and Rouge winning hearts at the Holiday Inn Doha – The Business Park, on September 13.
Produced by JC Events, the show was a standout success, in light of several recent cancellations of Filipino concerts in Qatar. “We’re grateful that it finally happened. With three earlier canceled Filipino concerts, securing the permit was no easy feat. We truly went through the eye of the needle,” said Vanessa Cassador, the concert’s head organiser.
Both renowned for their chart-topping Original Pinoy Music (OPM) hits, Mayonnaise and Rouge set the Doha stage on fire and charmed Filipino fans with their electrifying performances.
The concert also featured Doha-based artists SoUnDz of Era and Kat Jimenez.
Prior to the show, JC Events organised a press conference and a meet-and-greet event with the bands at the same venue.
When asked by Qatar Tribune about what made the stage production special, Princess of Rouge shared, “We’re bringing the feeling of home to everyone attending the concert. We’ve come all the way from the Philippines, and we’re bringing the energy from Metro Manila.”
“This is our first time performing in Qatar, and we’ve prepared a very special set,” said Monty Macalino of Mayonnaise.
Kara Mendez of Rouge expressed her excitement, saying, “It’s a dream come true for us because we’re sharing the stage with Mayonnaise.”
Mayonnaise consists of Monty Macalino (guitar/vocals), Shan Regalado (drums), Carlo Servano (guitar), Nikki Tirona (bass), and Keano Swing (guitar). Rouge comprises Kara Mendez (bassist/group leader), Princess Ybañez (violinist), Jeri Oro (guitarist/vocalist), and Gyan Murriel (vocalist/drummer).
The concert ended on a high note with Mayonnaise’s powerful rendition of “Tayo Na Lang Dalawa” and Rouge’s captivating cover of “Mamma Mia,” which were among the evening’s highlights.
(Photos by Mayonnaise band, Pinoy Heart Radio & JC Events)
