Eraserheads to perform in UAAP opener

MANILA, Philippines — One of the most iconic standouts from host University of the Philippines will electrify the opening ceremony of the 87th Season of the UAAP on Sept. 7 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Paying tribute to their alma mater, Eraserheads Ely Buendia, Marcus Adoro, Raymund Marasigan and Buddy Zabala will highlight the UAAP Season 87’s theme of “Stronger, Better, Together.”

“We’re happy that the Eraserheads are going to share their magic with the UAAP as we start Season 87. Saktong-sakto ‘yung mangyayaring ito sa theme natin for this season,” said UP Office for Athletics and Sports Development (OASD) Dir. Bo Perasol.

“They reached the top, disbanded, reunited, and now, full circle na sila sa homecoming nila sa UP and sa UAAP. They are true music icons and legends and our national pride.”

UP’s announcement came on the heels of the music icons’ acceptance of the Gawad Oblation Award – the highest distinction that UP bestows on its alumni for their significant contributions and extraordinary service – last week at the Diliman campus.

It also followed the inaugural EsportsTournament last week in Ateneo to formally kick off the 87th Season.

But before the band serenades the fans with their timeless hits like Ang Huling El Bimbo, Ligaya, Magasin and With A Smile, UP will officially kick start the countdown to the season with a visit to seven other universities to gift them with a symbolic, LED-lit torch like the Olympic Flame.