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Freeman Cebu Entertainment

Highway 54: A musical road trip to Radisson Blu

The Freeman

CEBU, Philippines – Highway 54, one of Metro Manila’s top show bands, carries more than 70 years of musical prowess and entertainment. From the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and today’s Billboard chart toppers, Highway 54 can do it all. With original musical arrangements, they are a standout among the rest in the band circuit.

Eight skilled, multi-faceted, and experienced professional musicians comprise the band. In the vocal section, JR Dimen, vocal arranger, songwriter, guitarist, percussionist, and former vocalist of groups like Channels, Ilustra and Flintstones, is joined by his brother, Paul Dimen, Jaramie Zuniga, and Queenie Agustin. Paul is a former soloist for Manila Maze, A-Track, Decada, and The Road. Jaramie, the smooth songstress, was a lead soloist for the New Minstrels, Clique, Metropolis, and Crosswaves, to name a few, and was also a recording star during her younger days. Queenie Agustin, the soulful belter, was also the lead vocalist of famous bands Cicada, X’s, Big Thing, and Circus Band.

The rhythm section is likewise seasoned. Jericho “Jek-jek” Cruz is a sessionist having worked with a lot of popular artists. He was also the keyboard player for Ilustra. On drums is Elideo “Toto” Casacop of Manila Maze, Roots, Puzzles, and Human Race. On lead and rhythm guitar is Danny Reyes, a former member of Manila Maze and Human Race. On bass guitar is the newest member of the group, Bong Gonzales, who played for bands like Heatwave and Ultrashock.  He has also played abroad in the US, Jakarta, China, and Japan, to name a few.

If you think Highway 54 is just like any other show band, think again. They can effortlessly pull off the complex vocal arrangements and harmonies of “Bohemian Rhapsody,” a classic that sends almost all bands to their knees. Or if  you want to reminisce good old fashioned funk, you will not be disappointed with their impeccable covers of Earth, Wind & Fire tunes.

Whether you want to take a simple trip down memory lane or dance the night away, Highway 54 has you covered.This group of veteran musicians is coming to Cebu to provide unparalleled entertainment for “Eclipse: A Neon Party at the Blu,” Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu’s New Year’s Eve countdown party.

Reserve now until the December 15th and get an early bird rate of P3,500 per person as you indulge in the delectable Feria buffet and get tickets to the New Year’s Eve countdown party inclusive of free flowing drinks and a midnight buffet. Reservations made after December 15th will be P4,000. Or, for P3,000 per person, simply enjoy the New Year’s Eve dinner buffet at Feria with one round of drinks – a selection of house wines, local beers, and chilled juices.

End your year with a bang with Highway 54 and Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu.

For inquiries and reservations please call 402 9900 or email [email protected] or visit www.radisson-blu.com/hotel-cebu. (PR)

A NEON PARTY

BIG THING

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY

BONG GONZALES

CASACOP OF MANILA MAZE

CEBU

CIRCUS BAND

NEW YEAR

QUEENIE AGUSTIN

RADISSON BLU HOTEL CEBU

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