Samuel Lloyd Lacia Milby, better known as Sam Milby, was born in Troy, Ohio, on May 23, 1984. Unlike other Fil-Ams, Sam did not grow up in the company of many Pinoys owing to his family's location in the States. But he did visit the Philippines a couple of times in the past.

Sam's a big fan of rock music, thus it's his preferred genre when it comes to his singing career. During the concert, Sam dished out most of his favorite "alternative" tunes dating back to his much younger years while living abroad.

March 2005 marked Sam's most significant return visit to Manila. This time, the shy Fil-Am was determined to pursue his luck in modeling and show business. He stayed with a relative in Bulacan to save on rental while shuttling back and forth to Manila to heed audition calls.

"You guys have no idea what a dream come true it was," Sam said, pertaining to his successful three-year showbiz career. "Before PBB [Pinoy Big Brother] I only wanted to be a singer and, given a chance, have an album... it's really a dream come true." To date, Sam has issued two albums under Star Records: Sam Milby (2006) and A Little Too Perfect (2007).

ABS-CBN primetime program Pinoy Big Brother turned out to be Sam's ticket to fame. He was not part of the original 12 contestants but an emergency forced one of the housemates to leave the show. Sam auditioned for the vacated slot and was chosen over other aspirants.

Sam often admitted that he is naturally shy. His reserved demeanor was evident when he joined PBB, prompting his co-housemates to label him a snub. Days before the concert, Sam confessed that he was feeling nervous: "Mahirap kasi first time ko ito and I'm the shy type," he told ABS-CBN News. "I'm a stage-fright person, pero I hope to overcome my fear and have fun. May pressure din kasi first solo concert, dapat maganda yung first."

Singing a familiar tune, Sam plucked and strummed "Close To You." The romantic ditty was first used in a toothpaste ad where Sam appeared with singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis. The same song was used by Star Cinema as the title of a romantic movie top-billed by John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo. Close to You (2006) was also Sam's first commercial film a year after joining PBB.

Sam performed some of the songs he enjoyed listening to in his younger years as a die-hard music fan, and even up to now, like the Beach Boys' popular relaxing 1988 hit, "Kokomo."

Sam publicly announced that he's a big fan of Pinoy Dream Academy winner Yeng Constantino. Just like Sam, Yeng's foray into showbiz was made possible by a reality show program. And like the former Pinoy Big Brother housemate, Yeng also composes songs, aside from singing professionally.

During his PBB stint, Sam brandished the songsmith in him when he auditioned an original composition. With the help of fellow housemate Say Alonzo, Sam was able to complete the song "Magmahal Muli" and play it in full. Since Say couldn't join him onstage that evening, Yeng Constantino pitched in to perform the song with Sam.

Sam and Yeng performed a rock version of the John Denver hit composition, "Leaving On A Jet Plane."

Comedienne Pokwang kept the entire Aliw Theater in stitches from the moment she emerged after Sam and Yeng's number. Pokwang told a tale about how Sam frequently tried to win her heart through a series of dates that ended comically.

"Ako naman talaga ang niligawan niyan ni Samuel, e," Pokwang claimed jokingly. "Pinagbigyan ko lang yan sila Toni [Gonzaga] at Anne [Curtis]."

When Sam came from behind to snuggle Pokwang, the comedienne naughtily pleaded, "Ano ba ‘yan Samuel? Huwag naman dito, nakakahiya naman sa kanila."

Pokwang never let up in her flirting game, to the delight of all the people inside the venue, before doing an Aegis number.

Pokwang and Sam took turns in singing the power jukebox ballad "Halik" popularized by Aegis. To Pokwang's credit, she proved that she could deliver the high notes with ease and without losing her comic flair.

Pokwang just wouldn't allow herself to exit without fanfare. Before doing the number, the crowd chanted "Kiss, kiss, kiss...!" Pokwang turned to Sam and playfully said, "Uy, hindi na ako ‘yong nag-ano niyan ha, sila na ‘yan."

Aside from hosting and acting, Toni Gonzaga is also a good singer. With Sam listening intently, Toni performed her hit tune, "We Belong," taken from her album Falling in Love.

Sam and Toni took turns in singing telenovela theme songs like "Only You," "Maging Sino Ka Man," "Crazy For You," "Catch Me I'm Falling," and "You Are The One," among others.

When Sam endearingly praised Toni's outfit that evening, the bubbly host replied, "E, baka naman kasi isipin mo hindi ko pinaghahandaan ‘tong concert mo." Toni said she intentionally chose a gown that would show off her nice legs. But when she caught Sam looking at her shapely limbs, she teased, "Baka mahumaling ka na naman diyan."

Toni and Sam appeared together in the movies You Are The One (2006), You Got Me (2007), and My Big Love (2008). Toni said that when she reported for the shooting of her current movie with comedian Vhong Navarro titled My Only You, "Nanibago ako."

Complementing the concert's rock theme, John Prats led some of ABS-CBN young stars for an energetic dance number. In this photo with John are Gerald Anderson (left) and Enchong Dee (right).

Putting a rock twist on some well-known love ballads, Sam rendered Lionel Richie's "Hello," Boyz 2 Men's "End of the Road" and "Where Do Broken Hearts Go."

Sam paid tribute to the songs popularized by some of the American Idol finalists. Some of these songs were Elliott Yamin's "Wait For You," Kelly Clarkson's "Because of You" and David Cook's cover of Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean."

For the final American Idol song tribute, Sam was joined by Anne Curtis in singing "Always Be My Baby." The song was first popularized by Mariah Carey albeit delivered in her distinct pop-R&B style. American Idol Season 7 winner David Cook adopted the song and arranged it in a much slower tempo which made the lyrics stand out and sound more heartfelt. Sam and Anne performed Cook's version.

Contrary to rumors that they're an item, Sam and Anne had repeatedly stressed that they're only friends, though admitting that they go out on dates. A few weeks before the concert, Sam mentioned that he and Anne no longer go out and that they're concentrating on their respective busy careers.

For her message, Anne told Sam: "Congratulations and I'm very, very happy for you. I'm very, very, very proud of you... I wish you all the best."

Overwhelmed by the attention she received from the concert boy and the audience, Anne said "Concert mo ‘to!" when Sam handed her a bouquet.

Sam's last guest for the evening was matinee idol superstar Piolo Pascual. Not one to miss the special occasion, Piolo had to squeeze the concert into his hectic schedule.

Taking center stage, Piolo performed Edwin McCain's haunting love ballad, "I'll Be."

Sam commended Piolo for maintaining a down-to-earth attitude despite his achievements in the entertainment industry. The two then went on to perform Kamikazee's "Narda."

It can be recalled that Sam and Piolo sued entertainment columnist Lolit Solis for libel last year. Both actors accused Lolit of maligning their reputation in her column. The case was settled after Lolit issued a public retraction. Also present that evening was Sam and Piolo's lawyer, Atty. Joji Alonzo.

Sam did a medley of the following songs to cap his first solo concert: Seal's "Kiss From A Rose," Mr. Big's "To Be With You," Jon Bon Jovi's "I'll Be There For You," Meatloaf's "I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)." Sam returned immediately to render an encore, a speed up version of Vanessa Williams' "Save The Best For Last."