Juan Karlos Labajo, known fondly as JK or simply juan karlos, marked a major milestone in his music career with his first-ever major solo concert, Juan Karlos LIVE, held on November 29, 2023, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
The event celebrated 10 years of JK’s journey in the music industry, and thousands of fans gathered to witness his powerful performances, creating an electric atmosphere filled with admiration and excitement.
Among the crowd were JK’s friends from the entertainment industry, there to show their support.
His Senior High and High Street co-star Andrea Brillantes arrived early at the SM MOA Arena.
Celebrity couples Congresswoman Arjo Atayde and Maine Mendoza as well as Matteo Guidicelli and Sarah Geronimo were also seen enjoying at the concert.
Thanks to STR8 Philippines for facilitating PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal)‘s coverage of the nearly three-hour concert.
Here are the highlights of the show.
JUAN KARLOS OVERWHELMED BY CROWD TURNOUT
The concert opened with JK’s dynamic performance of “Shot Puno” and “Sad Songs and Bullsh*t,” which immediately set the stage for an intense and engaging night.
The 360-degree stage design that allowed fans to see JK from every angle, making them feel closer to the artist.
His lively interaction with the crowd set the tone for the show as he invited them to sing along, “Wag kayong mahiyang sumabay, kaya natin ito,” prompting cheers and applause.
As JK powered through song after song, fans were captivated by his raw and powerful vocals, showing his evolution as an artist.
He spoke candidly about his disbelief at the overwhelming turnout, saying, “Sobrang weird nito. Ang weird na makita kayong lahat dito… Promise, napaka-weird pa rin sa akin lahat ng ito. Sobrang weird––di ko siya gets. There are a lot of people.”
His heartfelt words emphasized his deep gratitude for the unwavering support from his fans.
JUAN KARLOS: COLLAB PERFORMANCES
The show was enhanced by a series of collaborations that showcased JK’s versatility and deep connections with fellow artists.
