It was around 4pm when I received a text from my staff that I can enter the Eraserhead Reunion concert with them for our coverage. I was excited because originally my plan was to buy a ticket from the venue itself and watch it with a couple of friends; but I guess God has other plans for me. I received more than what I’d hope for. I was given a media pass and a backstage entrance for the concert.
It was indeed historic, a magnificent event that I would never forget for the rest of my life. Would you believe? I was actually in front of the stage, a place where everyone wants to be in. Anyway, I was a bit nervous when I was about to enter the venue because openly I’m really a big fan of the Eraserheads and like any other fan, I also can’t believe that this concert is actually happening. Everybody was screaming and the anticipation gets higher as the start of the concerts gets nearer. After awhile, all the lights were shut off and the countdown began. Then from a life-sized screen at the center of stage, came “The Beatles” of the Philippines, four iconic individuals gracing the much-awaited concert of the year. It was definitely a once in lifetime experience believe me. I don’t know how to react. I can’t believe what I’m seeing because after more than a decade, the Eraserheads are back once again now even better and much stronger.
Eli, Marcus, Buddy and Raymund sang their hearts out. Just like their fans they were as thrilled to be actually sharing this common dream. A dream that someday they can patch things out and start something new for them and for their fans. True enough, the dream came to reality through this humongous reunion concert. Everyone was having fun until after set one’s break, Marcus, Raymund, Buddy, the organizers and some of Eli’s family members went to the stage and announced the unexpected. I already knew what was happening. I can sense it coming. I saw an ambulance rushing someone to the hospital and I was wishing and hoping that it was not Eli but my gut feeling said it all. The unexpected happened. Eli was rushed to a nearby hospital after suffering a mild heart attack due to unexplainable circumstances. The whole venue stopped in silence as Eli’s sister announced the tragic event. I just can’t believe it. This dream come true event for me fell right before my very eyes. I wasn’t disappointed but more of distracted and shocked upon hearing the news.
Everybody was stunned and the venue suddenly transformed into a vast land of uncontrolled emotions. Many fans cried as the night that was envisioned to be historic ended with a tragic incident. The family together with the band members and an estimated crowd of 30,000 followers offered a 1-minute of prayer for Eli’s quick recovery.
I had the time of my life that I can’t deny but as a fan of the Eraserheads I was devastated. The word is right, devastated. I just wish for better things to happen after this momentous night. I know that in God’s will everything will be perfectly alright for Eli and this band who inspired me through the years. Again thank you for the music, thank you for living our dreams! You just rocked our world again! Keep on walking…keep on believing…the Eraserhead legacy will live and will forever stay in the hearts of every Filipino!
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