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   Award-winning Filipino band The Itchyworms are set to return to Japan for another run of their critically acclaimed Akin Ka Na Lang… Japan! Tour in early 2025.  Following the success of their 2023 tour, the band will perform three shows from January 17 to 19, 2025, on iconic venues across Tokyo, including Mr. Back in Saitama, Heaven’s Door in Sangenjaya, and Gamuso in Asagaya. “We’ve been fortunate to build a loyal fanbase in Japan over the years,” says Jugs Jugueta, lead vocalist of The Itchyworms. “It’s truly humbling to see fans traveling hours from all over Japan just to watch us perform. What makes the Japanese audience so special is their deep appreciation not only for our hits but also for the more obscure tracks. To them, it’s all good music.” The Itchyworms, known for their blend of rock, pop, and humor, have long cultivated an international following. For this upcoming tour, the band promises a fresh setlist that includes more English-language songs from their ...

Get ready, Canada! The Itchyworms , one of the Philippines’ most beloved bands, are hitting the road for their first-ever Canadian tour this November 2024 with their “ Akin Ka Na Lang Canada ” tour.  The highly anticipated tour promises to be a memorable experience for fans across four cities: Vancouver , Calgary , Winnipeg , and Toronto . A Bittersweet Reunion The tour marks a special reunion with the band’s original guitarist, Chino Singson , who is now based in Vancouver. Chino, who migrated to Canada in 2022, last toured with the Itchyworms in the US in March 2023. After a year away, he’s back on stage with the band he helped create, bringing with him the magic that fans have missed. Farewell to Mikey Amistoso While the tour celebrates Chino’s return, it also serves as a heartfelt farewell to the band’s newest member , Mikey Amistoso . Mikey, who joined the Itchyworms in recent years, has brought fresh energy and talent to the group. This tour marks not only his last performanc...

  Filipino pop-rock icons The Itchyworms are celebrating the release of their own brand of craft beers with a music event that features some of their friends and favorites in the local music scene. The Itchyworms: Beer o Pag-ibig? Official Launch promises to showcase their refreshing mix of brew variants to the general public for the first time, while enjoying the live performances of Ebe Dancel , Ciudad , Blaster , The Revisors , and The Itchyworms . The special event will take place at the 123 Block on July 13, 2024 , from 6 pm onwards. Aside from performances, there will also be games, booths, and special on-ground activities prepared by its co-organizers GNN Entertainment Productions and The Itchyworms themselves! Inspired by their song “ Beer ,” which topped several music charts when it was released and has become a drinking anthem among Filipinos, The Itchyworms’ foray into the brewing scene dares to ask the familiar question: Bawat Patak. Anong Sarap. Ano ba talaga’ng mas ...