Past Event
Kenny Rankin, a famous American singer and songwriter known for his work in jazz and folk-rock.
Date: July 2, 1981
Venue: The ULTRA (also known as the PhilSports Arena) in Pasig, Metro Manila.
He performed in Manila multiple times over the decades, his 80s shows were part of a golden era for soft rock and jazz in PH. Ovation Productions, founded in 1979 by Renen de Guia, lists Kenny Rankin as one of the major international artists they handled during their early years in the late 70s and 80s.
Rankin was a favorite in the Philippines, particularly for hits like "What Matters Most" (1980) and "Hiding Inside Myself" (1988). He continued to perform in the country long after the 80s, including a notable performance at the Araneta Coliseum in 2000 as part of the "Reminiscing" concert series alongside other era icons like Christopher Cross and Rex Smith.
Presented by Ovation Productions