After more than 25 years, the long-awaited reunion of Wolfgang finally became reality last February 7, 2026 at the New Frontier Theater. Presented by Ovation Productions, the concert was completely sold out, a clear testament to how deeply the band’s music remains embedded in Filipino rock culture.
25 Years In The Making
From the moment the lights went down, it was evident that this was more than a comeback show. It was a release of years of anticipation. Fans who had waited decades filled the venue, many of them seeing Wolfgang live again for the first time since the 1990s.
One of the most powerful moments of the night was the return of Wolf Gemora behind the drum kit. After more than two decades away, his presence alone drew thunderous applause even before the band launched into their set. Each beat carried history, marking not just a reunion, but a continuation.
Frontman Basti Artadi delivered a gripping and emotionally charged performance. Despite his condition, his voice remained raw, forceful, and unwavering.
There was no sense of compromise, only conviction. If anything, the years added gravity to his delivery, turning every song into something shared and deeply felt.
Filling in on bass was Marco Cuneta of Razorback, stepping in for the late Mon Legaspi, a key member of Wolfgang whose absence was keenly felt throughout the night. Cuneta played with both strength and restraint, clearly honoring the legacy he was helping carry forward.
Lasting Tributes
The tribute to Mon Legaspi came through the song “Anino,” a moment that brought the theater to a collective hush. Basti Artadi shared that he considers it one of the best songs Mon ever wrote, and as it was performed, the weight of that statement resonated. It was not just a tribute, but a reminder of Mon’s lasting contribution to the band’s sound and soul.
Another tribute followed for Bryan Velasco, remembered as a close friend of the band who was always present and supportive at their gigs. The band honored him with the song “Hell Looks,” played with raw intensity. Velasco, who was also the drummer of Razorback, was celebrated not through lengthy speeches, but through music, the language he lived by.
Musically, the night felt like a vivid return to the heyday of the 1990s, when hard rock was in full vogue and Wolfgang stood at the center of the local scene. Yet the crowd itself reflected the passage of time. The audience was now filled with middle-aged rockers, some with kids in tow. Parents and children stood side by side, sharing songs that once defined youth and now bridged generations.
A Celebration of Rock and Roll
Early in the evening, there were questions from the audience about whether seating would be enforced in the VIP section. The answer quickly became obvious. For the entire duration of the concert, no one sat down. The music demanded movement, volume, and full attention.
Fan favorites were delivered with force and precision. “Arise,” “Halik ni Hudas,” “Atomica,” “Man 98,” “No Falter,” and “What Grows in Your Garden” turned the New Frontier Theater into a shared space of memory and motion, with the crowd singing nearly every word.
Formed in the early 1990s, Wolfgang became one of the most influential hard rock bands in the Philippines, known for their heavy sound, uncompromising attitude, and explosive live performances. The band’s classic lineup featured Basti Artadi on vocals, Manuel Legarda on guitar, Mon Legaspi on bass, and Wolf Gemora on drums. At their peak, Wolfgang helped push Filipino hard rock into the mainstream and set a benchmark that continues to resonate.
Tonight’s sold-out reunion was not just about nostalgia. It was about honoring those who built the music, celebrating those who kept it alive, and proving that some bands do not simply reunite. They endure.
