A1 reunion in PH show

Paul Marazzi (second from left) rejoins British quartet.

The British-Norwegian boy band A1 is set to return to the Philippines this year for a one-night concert on Oct. 11 at the Kia Theatre—this time, with all four original members.

After leaving the pop group in 2002 due to “personal reasons,” Paul Marazzi has decided to rejoin former bandmates, Ben Adams, Mark Read and Christian Ingebrigtsen, for the group’s 20th anniversary “Reunion” tour in Southeast Asia—one of their biggest markets.

“I was lucky enough to see amazing places and meet some very kind and wonderful people. I can’t think of anywhere better to continue this journey once again than in Southeast Asia. And what better company than my old friends, Mark, Ben and Christian,” Paul said in a statement.

“I have so many fond memories of my time there and feel so privileged to be able to visit once again,” the singer added.

Tickets to the show—mounted by Concert Republic—goes on sale on June 1 at TicketNet outlets; call 911-5555.

A1, which previously held a two-night concert in the country as a trio in 2016, is behind such hits as “Like a Rose,” “Caught in the Middle,” “Heaven by Your Side” and “Everytime.” —ALLAN POLICARPIO

A1 performs at Kia Theatre.