By Erwin Oliva
INQUIRER.net
AMERICAN alternative rock band Vertical Horizon is scheduled to play in Manila on Dec. 7, 2007 at the Araneta Coliseum. This 90s band whose popular songs include “Everything You Want” and “You’re a God” (which was included on the “Bruce Almighty” soundtrack) will only play for one night.
PhilMusic has posted details on this interesting performance, which brings back post-college memories (especially for people my age, hehe). Jamie Kennedy (yes of “The Jamie Kennedy Experiment”) will be the frontline act along with popular Pinoy band Rivermaya with its new vocal singer Jayson Fernandez.
So if you love Goo Goo Dolls, Matchbox Twenty, or Third Eye Blind, Vertical Horizon is a lot like these bands. Their laidback beat complements their acoustic guitar-driven rhythm and powerful vocal harmonies. In the re-released album called “Go 2.0,” songs like “Sunshine” would showcase the band’s “heavy” side. Scannell and Kane, however, are in top form whenever they whip out their acoustic guitars and sing melodic harmonies. Compare two versions of the”Better When You’re Not There” in the “Go 2.0″ album. You’ll hear the difference. Also, check out “Forever” on their MySpace profile. You’ll understand what hooks people on their own flavor of alternative rock.
