MANILA, Philippines — British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean is set to make her Philippine concert debut as the headliner of LaLaLa Fest Manila 2027 on Jan. 14 at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan.
Concert promoter Wilbros Live announced the lineup Wednesday, confirming Dean as the festival’s main act alongside Filipino artists Bini, Up Dharma Down, Lola Amour, and SunKissed Lola. More artists are expected to be announced.
The Manila edition will mark Dean’s first concert performance in the Philippines, bringing her soulful blend of pop, R&B and jazz-influenced music to the country.
Dean is coming off a major year in her career. She won Best New Artist at the 68th Grammy Awards in February, earning her first Grammy win.
Her breakthrough has been driven in part by her second studio album, "The Art of Loving," released in September 2025. The album features songs including “Man I Need,” “Nice to Each Other,” “Lady Lady” and “So Easy (To Fall in Love),” helping establish Dean as one of the prominent new voices in contemporary pop and soul.
Dean’s announcement follows days of teasers from Wilbros Live, which hinted at an international headliner before confirming her arrival in Manila.
LaLaLa Fest originated in Indonesia and held its first Philippine edition in August.
Tickets for LaLaLa Fest Manila 2027 will be sold through TicketMelon. The artist presale is scheduled for Oct. 14, followed by the GoTyme Bank presale on Oct. 15 and 16. General ticket sales will begin Oct. 17.
