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SINGER-songwriter Juan Karlos “JK” Labajo is set to take the SM Mall of Asia Arena stage for juan karlos LIVE on November 29, 2024. This musical event promises to be an unforgettable evening that will showcase the talent that has made JK one of the most influential artists of his generation.

juan karlos LIVE will be directed by Paolo Valenciano, with Karel Honasan as musical director. Creative content company Nathan Studios will produce the concert, expanding its portfolio into the live events industry.

JK rose to fame at just 13 years old as the third-place finalist on the debut season of The Voice Kids in 2014. He put out two albums as a solo artist before forming his namesake band, juan karlos. His most recent single, “Ere,” made history by becoming the first Filipino song to debut on Spotify's Global Chart, entering at No. 177 with over 1.22 million streams in 24 hours. It later climbed to No. 87, marking a significant achievement for Filipino music. “Ere” is part of his Sad Songs and Bullshit Part 1 album, which explores themes of heartbreak and loss.

JK's many musical achievements also include several recognitions from PMPC and Awit Awards, JK has also made significant strides in acting. JK also delivered a powerful performance on the Netflix original movie And The Kid, which is currently ranked as the platform's top, most streamed movie.

juan karlos LIVE is supported by Universal Music Group, JK's record label, which has been instrumental in his journey to becoming one of the Philippines' most celebrated artists. This concert marks a major milestone in JK's career, coinciding with his 10th anniversary in the industry.