The SM Mall of Asia Arena became the setting for an emotional goodbye as Irish rock band Kodaline brought its Farewell Tour to Manila on August 10, giving Filipino fans one final opportunity to experience the band live before closing this chapter of its musical journey.

After more than a decade of making music together, Kodaline announced in October 2025 that they would be saying goodbye as a band. The group also confirmed plans to release a fifth and final album before officially concluding their journey.

A Farewell Shared With Fans

For Filipino fans who have followed Kodaline through the years, the Manila concert was more than another stop on a tour. It became a celebration of the songs and memories that have accompanied them through different chapters of their lives.

Thousands gathered at the SM MOA Arena, singing along, taking photos, and making the most of their final chance to see the band perform together in Manila. From the opening number through the encore, the audience remained fully engaged as Kodaline revisited songs that helped define their career.

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Among the night’s highlights were fan favorites “All I Want,” “High Hopes,” “Brother,” and “The One.” “All I Want” became one of the most emotional moments of the evening, with thousands of voices singing along to the beloved track.

Frontman Steve Garrigan also took time to address the audience and express gratitude for the support Filipino fans have shown the band throughout the years.

One Final Manila Chapter

Although the farewell tour marks the closing of Kodaline’s journey as a group, their music continues to resonate with listeners who have grown alongside their songs.

For one night at the SM MOA Arena, Filipino fans came together to celebrate that legacy through music, memories, and a shared connection with the band. As the final notes faded and the crowd began to leave, Kodaline’s Manila farewell offered a fitting conclusion to a relationship built over years of listening, singing, and growing together.

For Kodaline and their Filipino fans, it was one final night together in Manila—and one that will remain a memorable part of the band’s story.

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