Taylor Swift chooses Sam Concepcion to open her Manila Concert

Recording artist Taylor Swift has personally picked Kapamilya teen star Sam Concepcion to do the front act of her sold-out "Taylor Swift Live in Manila" concert.


According to the concert producer Renen De Guia of Ovation Productions, Taylor Swift chooses everything about her concert and is excited for Sam Concepcion to open her Manila Concert.

“Taylor selects everything for her concerts, so we are very happy and excited that she chose Sam Concepcion to front for her in Manila. In fact, Sam was also asked to join Taylor in the rest of her Asian tour,” de Guia said.

Meanwhile, Sam Concepcion was surprised of having picked by the international singing sensation.

“I would have wanted just to watch Taylor’s show, but to actually open for her, it’s a big surprise and blessing,” said Sam.

Sam also added, “I am also very humbled that I was invited to join her Asian tour. I am very thankful, excited and thrilled.”

The "Taylor Swift Live in Manila" concert will be happening on February 19, 2011 at the Araneta Coliseum.