Kenny Loggins in Manila May 22

MANILA, Philippines - Brace yourselves for a nostalgic summer shebang as Kenny Loggins performs at the SMX Convention Center on May 22.

With a flourishing musical career spanning more than four decades, Kenny has earned a soft spot among millions of Pinoy baby boomers, and even among the younger generations weaned on YouTube and Facebook.

It’s not surprising how his brand of music always evokes a timeless appeal — marked by heartfelt lyricism, superb musicianship and, as some quarters claim, a healing power that touches the spirit and warms even the coldest hearts.

Through the years, he has successfully transcended musical trends with his ever-evolving compositional palette. In the early ’70s, he serenaded us with Danny’s Song and other earthy, guitar-driven duets with Jim Messina.

The late ’70s saw Kenny stepping out as a soloist, zooming up the charts with singles such as I Believe In Love, This Is It and Whenever I Call You Friend. In the ’80s, he moved towards a jazzier, funk-flavored direction with Heart to Heart, sang with Steve Perry in Don’t Fight It and released the power ballad, Forever.

He also collaborated with Doobie Brothers figurehead Michael McDonald, spewing out a jazzier, funk-flavored vibe, and winning a Grammy for What A Fool Believes. At this same time, he gained even wider airplay through his soundtrack hits including Footloose, I’m Free, Meet Me Halfway and Danger Zone.

During the ’90s, Kenny channeled his energy into composing children’s songs, all immortalized in the albums Return to Pooh Corner and More Songs From Pooh Corner.

In 2005, Kenny reunited with Jim Messina for their Sittin’ In Again nationwide tour.

Despite the rigors of a hectic touring schedule, Kenny seems to look even younger with the passing of time. Still looking fit, trim and dapper minus his trademark beard, Kenny exudes a youthful glow and his impressive vocal range still commanding SRO crowds and inspiring audiences throughout the world.

For details, call TicketWorld at 891-9999 and SM Tickets at 470-2222.

The experience is presented by Betamaximum Incorporated and Music Management International (MMI).