Hosts Julie Anne San Jose and Rayver Cruz, Ken Chan and Rita Daniela, and the Clash Panel composed of “Asia’s Nightingale” Lani Misalucha, “Asia’s Romantic Balladeer” Christian Bautista, and “Comedy Concert Queen” Aiai Delas Alas all welcome the return of GMA’s homegrown singing contest, “The Clash.”
“The Clash” family expressed their appreciation of the show in a recent Zoom press con.
They said they appreciate the hard work of the people behind the production who do their best to mount the singing competition amidst the ongoing pandemic.
They also mentioned the positive effect that work has on their mental health, mentioning how after three years, it feels so good to be among people they now consider as their family.
GMA’s all-original Filipino singing competition and 2021 New York Festivals Finalist for Entertainment Variety Program, “The Clash” returned to television on Saturday, October 2.
On its fourth season, the show promises more twists and surprises at every round, as it brings together 30 of the most promising and talented contenders nationwide to battle it out on-stage.
“The Clash” is hosted by “Asia’s Limitless Star” and 2020 Aliw Awards Entertainer of the Year Julie Anne and “Total Heartthrob” Rayver.
Julie Anne said that aside from talent, it’s the competitiveness of the Clashers that makes this season more interesting, “I think this generation is more palaban, more expressive of themselves. They know what they’re doing, they know what they want. I think naka-add ‘yung spice na nakikita mo sa harap mo ‘yung makaka-challenge mo on-stage and ‘yung immediate reaction or comments nung judges in front of you.”
“Filipinos are very talented and very supportive,” Rayver said. “It wouldn’t be as successful as it was for the past seasons and years if not for the variety of great talented Clashers, their families and relatives, and the audience who supported the show since Season 1.”
Journey Hosts Ken and Rita are very eager to be back.
For Ken, the Kapuso singing tilt continues to set the bar higher each year, “There are many singing competitions out there, with similar systems in place and similar storylines. The Clash does away with all of that. Each season brings its unique recipe for excitement and unexpected thrills that each Clasher must overcome and face.”
“They’ll expect more fun moments, beautiful voices, and I must say more awesome and creative productions from us!” Rita shared. “The contestants are getting more competitive because of the one-on-ones and group showdowns.”
Lani is also thrilled to be back on her seat in the panel of judges. “I’m back for this season.
Since I’m back it’s going to be another crazy season. There are always surprising twists and challenges given to the contestants now and then that they have to be on their toes all the time.”
“They should expect Clashers who are more hungry for performing on stage. Clashers who are braver or will take more risks,” Christian shared when asked what viewers can expect from this year’s batch of contestants. “It’s unpredictable, it’s exciting, and we always aim for the best.”
For Ai Ai, this season is much more exciting, “Nakakatuwa kasi kahit na nasa pandemic pa rin tayo, we have something exciting to look forward to. Lalo na ‘yung viewers, kasi siguradong mas pasabog at mas handang lumaban ang Clashers ngayong season.”
“The Clash” is under the helm of Louie Ignacio and airs Saturday at 7:15 p.m. and Sunday at 7:40 p.m. on GMA-7.
