AJ Rafael: Red Roses Tour Live in Manila

When my friends ask me: "What are you getting in watching these YouTube musicians in their concerts who are not even too popular in our country, not even one song playing in the radios?"

I say, "What are you getting from watching Katy Perry or Chris Brown's concert that you spend an average of 5,000 pesos but you are just simply watching them on the huge LCD screens?"

Photo with AJ Rafael credits to Tere

I've probably seen him bloom on YouTube. Back then in 2009 when he visited the Philippines, he doesn't have that much of fans yet. He promised that night that he'll be back for another show. Music Museum.

Not disappointed. AJ Rafael is special in so many ways. Incredible voice, mad piano skills, passion with writing a song. That's why when I heard he's going to have a proper concert in the Philippines, no need to think twice if we should attend or not.

From the first minute of his show til the encore, you can definitely see him so overwhelmed with the responses he gets from the crowd. I am overwhelmed! So happy for him that he reach this stage, probably a peak on his career. He is truly blessed with a supportive family and crazy (in a good way) fans. Lol. Self-proclaimed that I am one of them. :) What's not to like with this huge talents from YouTube??? You tell me. :)

Here's AJ's most emotional moment during his concert that he had to stop cus he's already bursting to tears. Lol

Noah Bartfield. One of AJ's band members. Also a YouTube musician with great songs and sweet smile. (Yup, I just have to let that in! ♥ Lol)

Here's his talented friend, Randolph Permejo. They performed She Was Mine perfectly! They should do a collab on an album next time. Great man!

AJ's mom, Tita Shirley, such a grounded person.

And of course, none of these would be possible without Wenona of Monsoon Productions. Thanks for all the opportunity and being so nice. You are so bongga!

AJ Rafael's debut album, Red Roses, is available on iTunes. Click HERE and take a chance to listen to the snippets. If you're all about great melody and lyrics, then you are on the right page. You're welcome! :)