21 August 2026, Friday, was a Fabulous Night filled with Great Songs, Grand Performance, Renewed Friendship, and Much Ink (signatures)! The magnificent Debbie Gibson and her talented and fun Merrymakers of Music returned to Singapore for a grand performance.
Thanks to Steve Frejek (and Danny Stanton) for setting me up for the concert shoot. So great to catch up and hang out with her band and dancers – Adam Tese, Ariel Bellvalaire, Phil Ganglberger, Buddy Casimano, Eddie Bennett, and Stepp Stewart. A spectacular and fun night was to be had!
The last time Debbie Gibson performed in Singapore was on 28 April 2024. That was a significant concert for me because an image that I captured at the concert was featured in Debbie Gibson’s best-selling memoir – “Eternally Electric”.
Reenactment Of Fun Dressing Room Wefie – In 2024 And 2026 (above image). Same but different.
Below is the “Much Ink” segment of my blog.
My Concert Image In Debbie Gibson’s Best-Selling Memoir – “Eternally Electric”(above image). Thanks, Debbie, for writing “What a shot!” and signing Page 301!
My Signed Print of Memoir Concert Image Presented To Debbie (above image).
Gracious Debbie Signed My Personal Print (above image). She also signed my Debbie Gibson CDs, bottom of image.
My Signed Debbie Gibson CDs and “Newstalgia” Tour 2026 “Access All Areas” Concert Pass (above image).
Signed “Eternally Electric” Memoir (above image). Thanks, Debbie, for writing “You’re amazing!” and signing my copy of your memoir.
Thanks, Debbie, For The Kind Words In Facebook (above image).
Dressing Room Fun Portrait – 1 (above image).
Dressing Room Fun Portrait – 2 (above image).
The Serene Journey To The Stage (above image). The band members have already taken their positions on stage.
“Stage Left” Pose (above image). One quick impromptu portrait shot before Debbie heads to the stage.
A Zen Pre-Performance Moment (above image).
Debbie Looks At Debbie (above image). Within seconds after I captured this moment, Debbie starts her performance. See next image.
Debbie Holds Court With Her Adoring Fans (above image).
The Star (above image). I love her white stage attire and the radiance of her performance come through. A picture of pure concentration. The white radiance emitting from her white hat. One of my favourite photographic moments from the concert.
Debbie was only 16 when her first album “Out Of The Blue” was released. This is Debbie’s fourth decade in the tough music industry. As of 2025, she has sold over 16 million albums worldwide.
I like to think that this singular image of concentration encapsulates the stoic focus and determined stamina which explains why Debbie still does what she lovingly does – performing for her adoring fans and putting out great music!
Numero Uno (above image). A picture of defiant stoic longevity.
Top Of Piano Performance (above image).
A Fun Moment With Everyone (above image). L to R: My buddies – Adam Tese, Debbie, Ariel Bellvalaire and Phil Ganglberger.
Poignant Intimate Spotlight Moment (above image). A time of reflection between Debbie and her fans.
Debbie Intermingles With Her Fans (above image). A standard beloved segment of Debbie’s show.
I Call This Image, “Tina Turner” (above image). Debbie’s too fast for my Canon R3 mirrorless camera? So happens that Debbie loves Tina. I know this because Debbie told me!
“Newstalgia Tour Singapore” Soundcheck (above image). A nice trusting bond between performer and photographer, knowing I’ll deliver the poignant visual goods.
Soundcheck Discussion (above image). L to R: My buddies – Stepp Stewart, Eddie Bennett, Adam , Buddy Casimano, and Debbie.
Pre-Concert Chilling In The Band’s Room (above image). “Shooting” the breeze with Stepp Stewart, Adam Tese, and Ariel Bellvalaire. To quote a REM song, “That’s me in the corner”.
The Bow -1 (above image). L to R: Adam Tese, Buddy Casimano, Stepp Stewart, Debbie, Eddie Bennett, Phil Ganglberger, and Ariel Bellvalaire.
The Bow -2 (above image).
What A Glorious Night! See you back in Singapore soon, Debbie!
