We're just a day away from an eclectic Saturday at Bandwagon Music Market! Before we get the party started at Power Mac Center Spotlight tomorrow, here's a list of everything you need to know to about this gig experience like no other.
THE LINE-UP
Following Bandwagon's mission to connect more people to music from different parts of the Southeast Asian region, the event will showcase a diverse line-up featuring some of the most promising Filipino and Singaporean acts we have today. From math rock darlings Tom's Story, nerdcore hip-hop geniuses Shadow Moses, cinematic rock band Runway Crimes, psychedelic synth-pop artist Eyedress, and post-Internet meme lords/savage post-metallers Beast Jesus, to beat storyteller crwn, electro-pop producer BP Valenzuela, indie quartet Oh, Flamingo!, and contemporary folk artist Bullet Dumas — #BWMM2016 has something for multiple variations of musical tastes.
READ: Get to know the Bandwagon Music Market line-up!
STUFF TO DO
VISIT THE OFFICIAL BANDWAGON BOOTH
Buy our BWMM artists' official CDs and merchandise, and drop off some Fan Mail by sharing with us your favorite fan story — the top 3 stories we enjoy will be featured on the Bandwagon website!
SUPPORT LOCAL (VISUAL) ART
Buy stickers and prints from illustrators Jappy Agoncillo, Pundesal, Lari Gazmen, Jeska Barayuga, Gia Leuterio, live music photographers Infinity Blues Photography, Karen Dela Fuente, and resident Bandwagon photographer Cecilia Forbes.
SHOP, SHOP, SHOP!
We mentioned this is a Market, right? Check out the awesome products our merchants are selling:
- Rockstore Manila - Manila's premiere online store for gearheads.
- Fandom Capital - Shirt designs inspired by bands we love.
- Blaster Studio - Recording studio, EPs, music merchandise.
- Johnoy Danao - Widely acclaimed singer-songwriter with recently released album, Salubungan. (Johnoy will personally man the booth selling copies of his three albums.)
- Wames School of Music - Music classes, ukuleles and travel guitars.
- Gabbi Buencamino - The other half of indie-electronic duo Moonwlk will be selling her book of poetry When Words Fail
- YouPoundit - Fistbump-worthy online gadget retail startup.
- Tomorrow - Newly launched lifestyle brand co-founded by She's Only Sixteen guitarist Andrew Panopio.
- Toy Whale - Funko Pop! and collectibles.
Our Official Record Store Partner, Satchmi, will also be selling several records, films, film cameras, Motorino turntables, and exclusive Satchmi items for up to 30% off, exclusively at the Music Market. Find out which records they'll have on sale here.
EAT ALL THE FOOD
We've got a delectable range of food and drink booths for you to delight in. Have your pick among the rice bowls from TUSK Social, poke bowls from Ahi Hawaii (by She's Only Sixteen bassist Anjo Silvosa), special edition Bandwagon cookies from Lil Favors, and American and Italian comfort food from Onboard Game+Gastro Pub.
CHEERS!
Bandwagon has got you covered with our own drinks booth with water, soda, and booze from our Official Beer Sponsor, Warsteiner. Warsteiner is one of Germany’s leading premium pilsener brands and a music festival staple all over the world, and we're thrilled to have them at the Music Market for everyone to enjoy.
Our Beverage Sponsors Craftpoint Brewing Co. and The PCK will also be serving local handcrafted beers, while dedicated local music champions Novellino will "Pour Out What's Special" with their proudly Filipino specialty wines.
EXCLUSIVE SUR...PRIZES!
#BWBACKYARDING
Get 10% off on your meal when you eat at the Circuit Lane branch of our Official Restaurant Sponsor Backyard Kitchen + Brew on on the day of the event. Simply post a photo on Instagram with the hashtag #BWBackyarding, and then present this along with your ticket to your server, to avail of the special discount.
YOUR NEW SQUISHY
Cuddly Bean Bags is giving away one (1) bean bag to a lucky ticket holder during the event. You can check out just how awesome these colorful bean bags before the raffle draw because we'll have them scattered around the event hall for you to sit down and chill out on while you watch your favorite bands.
UKULELESSONS
Six (6) ticket holders will get a slot each in the ukulele classes held at Wames School of Music in Quezon City. This may just be your gateway to playing on the Bandwagon stage!
MUSIC FAN ESSENTIALS
Power Mac Center is raffling out JBL and Divoom speakers as well as GOSH power banks at the event. You can also enjoy exclusive discounts on select accessories from JBL, Skull Candy, Happy Plugs, MiLi, and The Coop Idea at the Power Mac Center Circuit Lane branch. Simply present your #BWMM2016 ticket to avail of discounts on audio and power banks up to 50% off. Promo valid from October 1-30, 2016.
BINGE-WATCH FOR HALF A YEAR
iflix, the newest face of entertainment, wants to be in all the screens near you! We've already given away 6-month subscriptions to the first five people who bought #BWMM2016 tickets online, and we're giving away more during the event.
WIN & SPIN
Get a chance to win the Motorino Mk II when you buy from Official Record Store Partner, Satchmi! Find out how below:
PARTY RESPONSIBLY
Let's make sure everyone at the event has a pleasant time by taking note of the simple reminders below:
DON'T MISS OUT!
Still don't have your ticket? You can buy one at the door tomorrow for Php700, or bring two friends with you to avail of the promo below!
See you there!
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