THE much-awaited reunion of well-loved ‘90s boy band A1 is finally happening. Fans will be thrilled as Paul Marazzi joins his original bandmates Ben Adams, Mark Read and Christian Ingebrigtsen for the British-Norwegian band’s 20th anniversary “Reunion” tour 2018. The band is scheduled to hold concerts in Asia from Oct. 12 to 25.
Ben, Mark and Christian expressed their excitement on having Paul back on stage with them.
“We’re unbelievably excited that Paul will be joining us again and bringing the original line up of A1 together for the very first time in nearly 15 years. There was always an amazing dynamic and energy when the four of us performed together. So what better place to bring that magic back than to the part of the world that has always embraced us with such incredible love and support—Southeast Asia, more specifically, the Philippines, Indonesia and Singapore. We absolutely cannot wait to see our friends and fans over there once again, and bring them a show that will remind us of all the great times we had together. It will surely be a show to remember and not to be missed.”
Paul, who left the band in 2002 due to personal reasons, likewise conveyed his thoughts on the reunion tour.
“This time 20 years ago, I was just starting out on an amazing journey that would take me to all four corners of the earth. I was lucky enough to see some amazing places and meet some very kind and wonderful people too. I can’t think of anywhere better to continue this journey once again than to Southeast Asia and what better company than my old friends Mark, Ben and Christian. See you all soon.”
A1 had its first breakthrough in the United Kingdom in 1999 with a collection of hit singles from its debut album “Here We Come.” They went on to have international Top 10 and Number One hits like “Caught in The Middle,” “Same Old Brand New You,” their cover of the A-Ha classic “Take On Me,” “Everytime” and “Heaven By Your Side.”
The band also achieved huge success in the United Kingdom, Europe and across Asia, including a Brit Award for “Best British Breakthrough Act” in 2001. A1 has accumulated over 10 million record sales worldwide.
Catch A1 on its 20th anniversary “Reunion” tour concert at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino on Thursday, Oct. 25, 8 p.m. Tickets are available at SM Ticket outlets or log on to www.smtickets.com or call 470-2222 for more information.
The “A1 - 20th anniversary “Reunion” tour” concert in Cebu is presented by AEP (Aldueza Events Production) and Concert Republic. PR