Channel [V] gives Usher fans discounts

MANILA, Philippines - Everyone’s counting down already until the big day, when Usher finally comes to Manila to perform on July 9, 8 p.m. at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds.

The breakthrough company Fearless Productions (which has brought to us the American Idol’s’ David Cook, David Archuleta and Kris Allen, Marie Digby, and Musicfest 2010 artists Boyce Avenue and Jabbawockeez recently) is the one making the R&B dream happen for Usher’s legions of Filipino followers.

Usher, who was able to sell more than 45 million records worldwide, brings with him a spectacular production that boasts of breathtaking display of lights and sounds backed by a phenomenal band set up, and excellent choreographed performances by world-renowned dancers. For sure, the concert performance will be another unforgettable experience.

But here’s an even better news. Channel [V] Philippines, the show’s presenter, is giving a once-in-a-lifetime treat to all its loyal viewers via a 20 percent discount on all ticket buyers (in all sections).

Denise Seva, Channel [V]’s sales and marketing director, says this is the music channel’s way of welcoming the youth back. “They’re now back to school and we know that most of Usher’s fans are the young people so we thought, why not give this as a welcome treat to all of them? Channel [V] definitely wants to share this wonderful musical experience with all of them.”

Tickets are available at P624 for General Admission; P2,079 for Bronze; P4,157 for Silver (first-come-first-served basis on the chairs allotted in this section); P6,236 for Gold; and P9,352 for Platinum. For the more discriminating audience, you can get in touch with Channel V at 0917-5263167 for premium tickets.

The Platinum section was opened to accommodate the clamor of ticket-buyers who cannot afford the VIP tickets but would really opt for the next best seats in the house. Take away 20 percent from the price of the tickets that you picked and you’re ready to groove with Usher on July 9. Tickets are available at all Ticketnet outlets (with tel. no. 891-9999).

Get ready to experience Usher as he belts out his signature hits, You Make Me Wanna, Nice and Slow, Yeah, Love In This Club and his latest OMG. Don’t miss out on the once-in-a-lifetime one-night only concert performance from Usher.

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