Following the success of his solo concerts in 2016 and 2017, Ivan will be returning on stage with a concert that will feature local musicians as well as international guests. Set against the backdrop of the Grand Harbour, across the water from Ivan’s hometown, Senglea, this performance will once again take the audience through an emotional musical journey, which will also include Winter Moods hit songs.

‘I am looking forward to this concert. I will be performing hits from my past, my favourite songs as well as something new. It is very rewarding to be able to put up such a concert and at the same time help an entity like Puttinu, who have always been very close to my heart,’ said Ivan.

Ivan’s passion and success in the local music scene has enabled him to support various charity organisations over the years. He is a trustee of the BOV Marigold Foundation, and ambassador for Special Olympics Malta. In recent years with Winter Moods he raised over €40,000 for Puttinu from the sale of tickets of the band’s 2016 concerts. Proceeds from the band’s CD ‘Xemx’ raised a further €25,000 for Puttinu in 2013. Whilst Ivan’s concert at Ta’ Liesse in 2017 raised over €20,000 for ALS.

‘We would like to thank Ivan for his ongoing support and passion for Puttinu,’ said Rennie Zerafa, CEO of Puttinu Cares. ‘Our collaboration with him and Winter Moods has helped promote our cause and support our patients. He takes a genuine interest in our journey and we consider him as part of our family.’

Today, Ivan also launched his first solo single, Somebody Like You. The song can now be heard on all radio stations. The song was recorded at Railway Studios and produced by Peter Borg. The video can be viewed on Ivan’s Facebook page.

Ivan also announced that in November of this year he will performing for the first time in Melbourne Australia in a full live concert at Williamstown Town Hall.

‘I would like to thank the sponsors who rallied to my support to cover the expenses for such an event. It is through their backing that I can donate the full ticket proceeds to Puttinu,’ concluded Ivan.

The concert is presented by Johnnie Walker, and sponsored by the Ministry for Tourism, MTA, BOV, Coca Cola, Hard Rock Café, Malta Arts Council, Palumbo, BMIT, Mapfre MSV Life, Jackpot.com, Gaming Malta, Stella Artois, Responsible Gaming Foundation, Genesis, Signal 8 Security, Mailbox, V&C Group Ltd and iGen.

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Ivan Grech gave a two hour show, performing some of his Winter Moods hits and also cover versions of some his favourite songs through the years. The audience of around 2000 people danced and sang through Tainted Love, Dancing In The Dark, Always On My Mind and many more songs, and Winter Moods’ own hits, such as My Neverland, Hang On To Your Smile, Days Of My Life, Everlasting and Marigold.

“I am overwhelmed by the response and feedback. It was yet another memorable night. And it is a big satisfaction, that doing what I enjoy has once again helped another cause. Raising over €20,000 for Bjorn’s project for ALS Malta is a big achievement.” said Ivan Grech. “I firmly believe in the generosity of my people, who always come together to support when there is need. Thank you to everyone who attended, supported and donated to ALS Malta.”

Ivan was joined on stage by International musician Pascal Kravetz for intimate piano session in the middle of the concert, and they were both accompanied by La Voix children’s choir for a special rendition of Miss You and Bridge Over Troubled Water.

Ivan was accompanied by Jeremy Micallef and David Cassar Torregiani on guitars, David Ciantar on keyboards, Robert Galea on bass and Raphael Tonna on drums. The backing vocalists were Angela Spiteri, Jackie Pace Delicata and Louisa Frendo Wirth.

Talented performer Christabelle opened the night for Ivan Grech.

“I would like to thank the sponsors who rallied to our support, and covered the expenses for such an event. I would also like to thank the numerous entities, and authorities who helped us put together this event. It is through their support that we can donate the full ticket proceeds to ALS,” concluded Ivan.

The concert was presented by Hard Rock Café, sponsored by Coca Cola, BOV, MTA and Palumbo, and supported by Renault, Arkadia, BMIT, Marsaxlokk Water Polo Club, Mapfre Middlesea, Scratchers, JSDimech Ltd, Signal 8, Sica, showshappening.com, Come On!, Portomaso Gaming, Sigma, OVO Casino, Jackpot.com, Quasar Gaming, Bit8, Gaming Malta and the Malta Gaming Authority.

‘Ticket sales have already exceeded our initial expectations, and I am overwhelmed by the big heart and generosity of my followers and the Maltese people. This is what this concert is all about, bringing together everyone in a celebration of music and charity,’ said Ivan, who is renowned for his involvement in social initiatives with various organisations in past years.

‘We are working very closely with Bjorn Formosa and all at ALS Malta to support his drive to finalise the ALS Home. ‘

Ivan will be joined on stage by international star Pascal Kravetz, La Voix children’s choir and local musicians Jeremy Micallef, David Cassar Torregiani, David Ciantars, Robert Galea and Raphael Tonna. The backing vocalists will be Angela Spiteri, Jackie Pace Delicata and Louisa Frendo Wirth.

Tickets will be on sale at the door. Doors will open at 8pm. The opening act will be Christabelle Borg.

The concert is presented by Hard Rock Café, sponsored by Coca Cola, BOV, MTA and Palumbo, and supported by Renault, Arkadia, BMIT, Marsaxlokk Water Polo Club, Mapfre Middlesea, Scratchers, JSDimech Ltd, Come On!, Portomaso Gaming, Sigma, OVO Casino, Jackpot.com, Quasar Gaming, Bit8, Gaming Malta and the Malta Gaming Authority.

Following on the success of his first solo venture last year, Ivan’s concert is set to become an annual event. Performing some of Winter Moods’ greatest hits, as well as his favourite tunes from his idols, the concert will have the audience singing and dancing from the very first note.

“Feedback for last year’s concert was over-whelming. I was delighted that the music that I consider to be the soundtrack of my early years, is also appreciated passionately by the audience. This year will be a follow up to that, with more classic tracks, and some forgotten favourites from years gone by,” said Ivan.

Ivan announced that the inimitable Pascal Kravetz, renown for touring the world with top international musicians will be joining him again for this concert. Ivan will be accompanied by Jeremy Micallef and David Cassar Torregiani on guitars, David Ciantar on keyboards, Robert Galea on bass and Raphael Tonna on drums. The backing vocalists will be Angela Spiteri, Jackie Pace Delicata and Louisa Frendo Wirth.

“This year I wanted to take it a step further. I firmly believe there is no greater joy than giving, and once again I am amalgamating my concert with a charity element. Last year Byorn Formosa invited me to perform at an event for ALS Malta and sadly I could not make it. Hence this year, every cent from ticket sales will be going entirely to ALS Malta.”

Bjorn Formosa, Chairman of ALS Malta said, “It is a unique opportunity to appreciate Ivan’s great talent performing for such a noble cause. This live concert will be a beacon of light for those suffering from ALS giving us the possibility to continue raising funds for the finalisation of the ALS Home, a project which will improve patient’s quality of life from one day to the other.”

“I would like to thank the sponsors who rallied to our support, to cover the expenses for such an event. It is through their support that we can donate the full ticket proceeds to ALS,” concluded Ivan.

The concert is presented by Hard Rock Café, sponsored by Coca Cola, BOV, MTA and Palumbo, and supported by Renault, Arkadia, BMIT, Marsaxlokk Water Polo Club, Mapfre Middlesea, Scratchers, JSDimech Ltd, Come On!, Portomaso Gaming, Sigma, OVO Casino, Jackpot.com, Quasar Gaming, Bit8, Gaming Malta and the Malta Gaming Authority.

The band will be on stage with a full live performance and a count down at midnight.

DJ Ian Lang will keep the party going until 3am.

Limited Tickets at 80 Euro each are available for sale from Charles Grech in Birkirkara and Valletta.

For info mail@wintermoods.net, +35699486548.

Event is supported by Coca-Cola, Renault, Heineken Malta, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Baci Perugina and NESCAFÉ