Since these are "Best Of" compilations, let’s rank the moments that defined the PH 2023 summer:
LiveShow PH 2023 delivered two unforgettable opening nights that set the tone for one of the most talked-about concert runs of the year. Fans packed venues, social feeds exploded with highlights, and "72 Portable" — the breakout act of the season — turned both Live Show 1 and Live Show 2 into moments that will be replayed for years. This article compiles the best moments, standout performances, crowd reactions, production highlights, and cultural impact from those two nights.
You cannot review these shows without discussing the hardware. In 2023, the phrase "72 Portable" became synonymous with specific Bluetooth speakers. In the Philippines, the Tristan 72 and Journey 72 speakers were the kings. best of live show 1 and 2 liveshow ph 2023 72 portable
The Unwritten Rule: You do not listen to Best of Live Show 1 & 2 on headphones. You play it on a portable speaker. At maximum volume. In a crowded space.
Why? Because the distortion is part of the art. The way the bass rattles the plastic casing of a cheap portable speaker mimics the static of the original livestream. It is meta. It is raw. Since these are "Best Of" compilations, let’s rank
72 Portable arrived at LiveShow PH with momentum from online virality and local buzz, and their performances across both nights cemented their status. They combined raw street energy with catchy hooks, delivering a setlist that blended original hits with electrifying freestyles.
Key moments:
Not everything is expensive. The most viral "7 2 portable" hack of 2023 was the 72-peso folding fan with a phone mount. It kept phones cool during the 72-minute outdoor set of Live Show 2, preventing thermal shutdown. Never underestimate analog cooling.