The rising alternative quartet celebrates the release of their debut full-length album with a headline concert at one of the country’s most iconic cultural venues
Stream their new single “Purgatoryo”—out on streaming platforms worldwide
Following the buzz generated by their breakthrough debut, Filipino alternative band fitterkarma is set to headline its first major solo performance, kung tayo’y nasa isang horror na pelikula, tiyak ako ang una mong papatayin: The Album Concert, on September 19, 2026, at the historic Metropolitan Theater Manila.
Presented by fitterkarma in partnership with GNN, the concert marks the official launch of the band’s highly anticipated debut full-length album, which is slated for release two weeks ahead of the live show.
For the first time, audiences will experience the record live exactly as it was envisioned: from its opening track to its emotional finale, performed in its entirety with elaborate production.
“Witnessing the record live will be a more fulfilling experience,” says vocalist and guitarist Joao de Leon. “For me, watching the songs performed live is the best way to experience it, because music being played live has no limits, reaching and releasing your emotions, and the record is meant to be felt above all.”
The concert also marks fitterkarma’s most ambitious live production to date, featuring an expanded stage design, exclusive concert-only arrangements, and a special collaboration with The Manila String Machine, whose orchestral backing promises to add new dimension to the band’s already cinematic sound.
“I think hearing any album in the order intended by the artist is an experience in itself,” shares guitarist Lory a.k.a. Mikee Mendoza. “So aside from the studio album itself, we hope to be able to elevate that experience by bringing it into a live setting and bring justice to the recorded versions of our tracks.”
Lory also explained how the collaboration with The Manila String Machine helped transform the songs into something bigger than what they initially imagined. “Since we’ve already worked with them on several recordings, it only felt natural to have them join us onstage for the album launch.”
Formed in 2023, fitterkarma is composed of Joao de Leon (vocals/guitar), Sophia Miranda (bass), Sanders Bayas (drums), and LORY (guitar). Known for combining Philippine folklore with macabre aesthetic and theatrical elements, the band has produced two of the biggest hits of the last two years: “Kalapastangan” and “Pag-ibig ay Kanibalismo II,” both peaking at No.1 on Spotify Philippines Top 50 and Billboard Philippines Hot 100 charts for multiple weeks.
The critically acclaimed band has unveiled its latest single,“Purgatoryo,” a preview of its forthcoming debut album, kung tayo’y nasa isang horror na pelikula, tiyak ako ang una mong papatayin. Wrapped in atmospheric textures and simmering intensity, the track explores a heavier, noise-driven sound shaped by shoegaze influences while preserving the melodic pop elements that have defined the band’s distinctive style.
Tickets for the album concert are now available through Ticketmelon under the following ticket tiers:
Orchestra: ₱2,999.00 (Soundcheck Access, Meet & Greet 8pax/Batch, Signed Poster)
Orchestra Side: ₱2,199.00 (Soundcheck Access, Signed Poster)
Loge: ₱2,199.00 (Soundcheck Access, Signed Poster)
Orchestra Back: ₱1,666.00(Poster)
Balcony: ₱999.00 (General Admission only)
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