One of the most recognizable songs of the ’90s is coming back to life in Bacolod.
JR Richards of Dishwalla is set to perform live at The Forth on October 16, 2026, bringing fans a night of alternative rock nostalgia right in the middle of MassKara season.
The show begins at 8:00 PM and promises familiar favorites including “Counting Blue Cars,” “Charlie Brown’s Parents,” “Angels or Devils,” and “Somewhere in the Middle,” along with more songs associated with Dishwalla’s catalog.
For anyone whose ’90s playlist still has permanent residency in their life, this is one MassKara concert worth putting on the calendar.
The Voice Behind “Counting Blue Cars” Comes to Bacolod
For many listeners, the opening notes of “Counting Blue Cars” immediately bring back the sound of ’90s alternative rock.
JR Richards became widely known as the voice behind Dishwalla’s music, and his Bacolod appearance gives local fans the chance to hear some of those songs live rather than through an old playlist, CD collection, or whatever survived three decades of changing music formats.
The concert leans heavily into nostalgia without needing to overcomplicate the idea: familiar songs, a live stage, and an audience ready to sing along.
Sometimes that is really all a concert needs.
Songs Fans Can Look Forward To
The event announcement highlights several tracks expected to be part of the night:
- Counting Blue Cars
- Charlie Brown’s Parents
- Angels or Devils
- Somewhere in the Middle
These songs represent different points in Dishwalla’s catalog and should give longtime fans plenty of moments to recognize within the first few seconds.
And yes, “Counting Blue Cars” is almost certainly going to produce the kind of crowd sing-along where nobody needs to be reminded of the lyrics.
A MassKara Concert at The Forth
The concert takes place at The Forth in Bacolod City, adding another live music event to an October 16 schedule already packed with MassKara activities.
Unlike the large street festivals and free outdoor stages happening around the city, this show offers a more focused concert experience centered around one of the most recognizable voices from the ’90s alternative scene.
For festivalgoers who want something nostalgic before heading deeper into the MassKara nightlife crowd, the 8 PM schedule also gives the night plenty of room to continue afterward.
Ticket Prices
Two ticket categories are available:
VIP
- Advance: ₱2,500
- Gate Price: ₱3,000
General Admission
- Advance: ₱2,000
- Gate Price: ₱2,700
Guests who already plan to attend can save by securing tickets before event day rather than purchasing at the gate.
Tickets, Tables, and Sponsorships
For ticket purchases, table reservations, or sponsorship inquiries, contact:
0917 880 1695
Those planning to attend as a group may want to inquire about tables in advance, particularly since October 16 falls during one of Bacolod’s busiest festival periods.
Why This Concert Is Worth Checking Out
For anyone searching for MassKara 2026 concerts in Bacolod, the JR Richards of Dishwalla Bacolod show offers something noticeably different from the electronic, pop, and party-heavy events filling the October calendar.
This one is built around nostalgia.
It is for the people who remember hearing “Counting Blue Cars” on the radio, who still have a soft spot for ’90s alternative rock, or who simply want to spend part of MassKara night singing along to songs that have survived remarkably well across generations.
On October 16, one of the soundtracks of the ’90s returns to the stage — this time in Bacolod.
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