Sam Concepcion receives a hug from Taylor Swift

As a Taylor Swift fan, I would have to say that Sam Concepcion is the luckiest guy in the Philippines! Not only that Grammy winner Taylor Swift chose him personally to do the front act of her "Speak Now" concert in Araneta last Friday, but he also received a sweet big hug from the beautiful international singing sensation!

Yes, Taylor Swift gave Sam Concepcion a hug after thanking the latter for his performance.

Whew! Check out the picture below:



According to Carlo Orosa, Sam's manager, Taylor congratulated Sam for an awesome front act.

"Sam you were awesome, great... thank you!", Taylor reportedly said.

It left Sam all smiles.

"I totally did not expect for her to hug me, she seemed excited and so I got very excited too," Sam said.

Here's a Youtube video of Sam singing Katy Perry's "Fireworks" during the opening act of Taylor's show in Manila, recently:

Taylor Swift Manila Concert Videos - February 19, 2011

International singing sensation Taylor Swift successfully held her sold-out concert in the Philippines which took place at the Araneta Coliseum in Manila on February 19, 2011.


The American pop singer and songwriter did not fail her fans' expectations as she performed all her heart during the concert. The moment she started singing, cheers did not stop filling the concert venue.

Taylor Swift also made the crowd go wild when she started singing her hits especially when she went down to the stage while performing the award-winning "You Belong With Me".

Swift uttered the word "Salamat" during the concert expressing her gratitude to her wonderful audience. Her fans were grateful as well for the memorable experience they had during this encounter with their idol.

On Youtube, a fan posted a video of the concert adding in the description,

"BEST CONCERT EVER!!! Taylor said "Kamustas kayo" right before I hit the record button.. She was so cute with all those random Tagalog words!! LOL!" psawyerfan said.

At this point let me share to you some videos I found online which were taken during the event. The guy must be in the front row because he was able to capture good and clear angles of Taylor Swift during the concert.

Courtesy of kennethtristan of Youtube,here are portions of Taylor Swift Live in Manila Speak Now Concert.

Taylor Swift Live in Manila Speak Now Concert - Mine Video



Taylor Swift Live in Manila Speak Now Concert - Love Story Video



Taylor Swift Live in Manila Speak Now Concert - You Belong With Me Video



Taylor Swift Live in Manila Speak Now Concert - Story of Us Video

Taylor Swift chooses Sam Concepcion to open her Manila Concert

Recording artist Taylor Swift has personally picked Kapamilya teen star Sam Concepcion to do the front act of her sold-out "Taylor Swift Live in Manila" concert.


According to the concert producer Renen De Guia of Ovation Productions, Taylor Swift chooses everything about her concert and is excited for Sam Concepcion to open her Manila Concert.

“Taylor selects everything for her concerts, so we are very happy and excited that she chose Sam Concepcion to front for her in Manila. In fact, Sam was also asked to join Taylor in the rest of her Asian tour,” de Guia said.

Meanwhile, Sam Concepcion was surprised of having picked by the international singing sensation.

“I would have wanted just to watch Taylor’s show, but to actually open for her, it’s a big surprise and blessing,” said Sam.

Sam also added, “I am also very humbled that I was invited to join her Asian tour. I am very thankful, excited and thrilled.”

The "Taylor Swift Live in Manila" concert will be happening on February 19, 2011 at the Araneta Coliseum.

Taylor Swift's Speak Now features Dear John

Taylor Swift, one of the pride of country music artists. With her beauty and great voice who would not fell in love with her. Swift became even more popular after Kanye West came up to the stage and make a scene showing his disagreement to the award given to Swift. This year, Kanye West gave his apology and even wrote a song for Swift.

In this Taylor Swift's Speak Now album, she included her respond to Kanye West song to her entitled "Innocent". Is Kanye really Innocent?

Swift's best friend Selena Gomez, whose favorite track in the album "Dear John" gave her testimonial

"Her album is going to be awesome. I think people are gonna be really surprised. It's not different [but] you just don't really believe she could top it, in a way. She took her style and made it bigger. It's going to be really good."


Guess, Taylor Swift's fans are now getting more excited. Swift work hard on this album saying "I've been working on it for two years. Ever since we put out Fearless, I've been writing for this record and conceptualizing it and putting it together in my head as to what I wanted it to be.". I must say, fans will never regret buying this album.

For the complete track listing of Taylor Swift's album Speak Now, here's the list

1.  "Mine"
2. "Sparks Fly"
3. "Back to December"
4. "Speak Now"
5. "Dear John"
6. "Mean"
7. "The Story of Us"
8. "Never Grow Up"
9. "Enchanted"
10. "Better Than Revenge"
11. "Innocent"
12. "Haunted"
13. "Last Kiss"
14. "Long Live" 

Taylor Swift and her music on Glee? Why not?

In Glee, there was music of Madonna, Michael Jackson, Britney Spears (also appeared) and of course Lady Gaga. But having country music particularly Taylor Swift will give the show a bit of excitement and attracting even more fans.

The country singer said "There have been conversations," to Zap2It, signaled that fans will be expecting a Taylor Swift's music will be featured in the coming episodes of the show. Though the news was not clear if the singer will appear just like Britney who personally joined the cast of Glee.

What do you think about this? Will this be another hit for both the show and Taylor Swift?

Taylor Swift Makes He Sick...

She is like 21 going on 91. Hey Grandma, sexy bathing suit.
-He