Color It Red

Members:
Cooky Chua (vocals)
Barbi Cristi (rhythm guitars)
Bopip Paraguya (Bass/back-up vocals)
Sam Salazar (keyboards/back-up vocals)
Ariel Policarpio (Lead Guitars)
Jayvee Torres (drums)

The Filipino alternative pop/rock band Color It Red formed in 1989 after three schoolmates were inspired by a teen film. Originally consisting of Cooky Chua (vocals), Barbi Cristi (rhythm guitar), and Maricar Florendo (keyboards), Color It Red eventually added Mike Villegas (lead guitar), Hank Palenzuela (bass), and Edison Javellano (drums) to the lineup. Taking their name from a crossword puzzle, Color It Red became a fixture at colleges and universities.

In December 1989, Color It Red performed at the RJ Pinoy Woodstock concert after winning a talent contest. During their early days, Color It Red covered classics by the Doors, the Pretenders, and U2. In the early '90s, the group's numerous appearances at the acclaimed Club Dredd, renowned for exposing adventurous Pinoy rock artists, carved a significant fan base.

In 1994, Javellano departed from the band, initially replaced by drummer Jet Brosas. Brosas didn't last and percussionist Minco Fabreagas took his place. Villegas left Color It Red for Rizal Underground, and G.P. Evaristo of Sonic City Zoo became the group's lead guitarist. Palenzuela also split from the band, so Color It Red hired punk bassist Bobip Paraguya of Discant X. Color It Red's debut album, Hand Painted Sky, was released in 1994 by Alpha Records; it went platinum. In 1995, Color It Red was voted Best New Artist at the Awit Awards, the Philippines' version of the Grammys. Since then, Color It Red has established themselves as one of the Philippines' most popular and critically praised alternative acts.

Albums

Hand Painted Sky

1994

 

Fool's Circle

1997

 

Pop Fiction

2000

 

Color It Red

2006

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Julie Anne San Jose

Julie Anne San Jose in Novaliches, Quezon City, is a Filipino singer, actress, model and television personality.

Born: May 17, 1994, Quezon City, Philippines

Parents: Marivic San Jose, Jonathan San Jose

Height: 5′ 5″

Education: Angelicum College

Julie Anne San Jose (born Julie Anne Peñaflorida San Jose on May 17, 1994) in Novaliches, Quezon City, is a Filipino singer, actress, model and television personality. San Jose is a recipient of the "Diamond Record Award" from the Philippine Association of the Record Industry for her album Julie Anne San Jose which sold more than 150,000 units in the Philippines. Her second album entitled "Deeper" also gave her a Triple Platinum Award for reaching sales of more than 45,000 units in the Philippines.

Simply referred to as MYJAPS, made a significant mark in the online world with uStream sessions and YouTube covers that exceeded millions in views. Her cover of Nicki Minaj's Super Bass views are nearing 18 million.

San Jose graduated in May 2016 with Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts degree at Angelicum College.

Julie Anne San Jose started her career in 2005 when she competed in Popstar Kids, a national televised singing competition for children aged 7 to 11. Having placed among the top five competitors of the said competition, she was offered a place in the show's spin-off band dubbed Sugarpop, with whom she recorded the albums Sugarpop and Sugarpop (Repackaged), and a hosting stint in Planet Q, QTV's children-oriented animal show. She made her acting debut in the telenovela Gaano Kadalas ang Minsan? and has also appeared in the Sunday noontime musical variety shows SOP and then Party Pilipinas, all with GMA Network.

In addition to recording studio albums, San Jose has also recorded the theme songs for several GMA Network shows, namely Dyesebel, The Last Prince, and Pilyang Kerubin. Aside from singing, she can also play the drums, piano, guitar, flute and lyre. San Jose is already satisfied in Party Pilipinas and recording theme songs.

Julie Anne, with Elmo Magalona as her musical tandem, had a short film produced by Party Pilipinas, "RedMask" (trilogy) which overwhelmed the viewers with their talent and on-screen chemistry. From then on, the number of their following tripled up as the show continue to showcase their talent in their every production number together. Rumors has it that San Jose will be working on a TV series with Magalona to officially recognize their love team. This February 6, 2011, San Jose and Magalona will have a rap musical in Party Pilipinas entitled "Elmo and Julie Anne: A Wazak Love Story" which was based on William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet". 

Albums:

Julie Anne San Jose, Deeper, Forever - EP, Forever

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Yeng Constantino

Josephine "Yeng" Constantino (born December 4, 1988) is a Filipina pop-rock singer-songwriter and actress. In 2006, she won the title "Grand Star Dreamer" in the inaugural season of Pinoy Dream Academy, the Philippine edition of Endemol's reality TV show Star Academy.

Josephine "Yeng" Eusebio Constantino–Asuncion is the youngest of five siblings in the Constantino family. She is a second cousin of television host and Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition Plus second runner-up Robi Domingo. Her family was raised as a born-again Christian.

By June 2013, Constantino began a relationship with Victor "Yan" Asuncion, a fellow musician and worship director at Victory Christian Fellowship. In March 2014, after nine months of dating, Constantino announced her engagement to Asuncion through an Instagram post. On February 14, 2015, the couple married at a resort in Tagaytay, Cavite. Since September 2015, both Constantino and Asuncion went on vegan diets.

Career

2006–07: Pinoy Dream Academy, career beginnings and Hawak Kamay

On August 27, 2006, Yeng Constantino auditioned for the inaugural season of the singing competition Pinoy Dream Academy. In December, Constantino won the competition after garnering 697,648 votes (37.32%), becoming the first "Grand Star Dreamer", followed by Jay-R Siaboc as the first runner-up.

After winning, Star Records launched Constantino's debut album entitled Salamat (album), containing 10 songs, seven of which were original compositions by Constantino. Her album reached Gold Record status two weeks after its release and then later went Platinum after a month, followed by a "3x Platinum Record" certification several months later.

2008: Commercial success and Journey

After the success of her multi-platinum debut album, Star Records produced Constantino's second album. On February 28, 2008, her second album, Journey was launched. The carrier single is "Ikaw Lang Talaga". The album contains 12 tracks, some of which were written by Yeng herself. The album reached Gold status after several months.

2009–12: Lapit and Yeng Versions Live

Lapit, her third studio album, was released digitally via Star Records' official website on October 9, 2009, then later released in physical format in music stores in the Philippines; a week later, the album was pulled due to some technical errors in the album track listing and was re-released before its grand album launch on November 1, 2009. Lapit went on to receive Platinum status.

In March 2010, Constantino began her first regular television hosting stint as co-host of Music Uplate Live, a late-night musical variety show, along with Tutti Caringal, Gee Canlas, and Martin Concio. The show aired on ABS-CBN until September 2011.

On October 5, 2011, Star Records released her first live album, entitled Yeng Versions Live, on which she sings 80's and 90's OPM hits. It was commercially successful and achieved Platinum status shortly after its release.

2013: Transformation and Metamorphosis

She released her fourth studio album entitled Metamorphosis on January 28, 2013. Its first single, "B.A.B.A.Y", was released to radio stations on January 9. The music video for the second single, "Chinito", premiered on May 24 on Myx Channel. It features Filipino actor Enchong Dee as Constatino's love interest. The third single, "Sandata", was released on July 3, 2013.

In November 2013, Yeng released her international single “Better Than Yesterday,” a pop song featuring prominent drums and rap courtesy of Singaporean rapper, actor and radio personality, Sheikh Haikel. The track was produced by Shorya Sharma.

The album reached Gold in December 2014.

2014–15: All About Love and The Voice Kids

She released her fifth album, All About Love, which was her attempt to tackle new genres beyond her pop-rock image. It was released on iTunes on October 30, 2014, and on CD on November 27, 2014. The music video for the first single, "Ikaw", premiered on August 30 on Myx Channel, which also served as a prenuptial with her then-fiancé Yan Asuncion. On December 13, 2015, the album was awarded with Gold and Platinum awards on ASAP for reaching 15,000 sold copies.

In May 2015, Constantino announced that she would co-host the second season of The Voice Kids, alongside Luis Manzano and her cousin Robi Domingo, replacing Alex Gonzaga. The season aired on ABS-CBN from June 6 to August 30, 2015.

2016: Tenth year celebrations

In May 2015, Constantino announced plans to release a musical in 2016 that would feature her discography from the past years to celebrate her tenth year in the music industry.

Studio Albums

    2007: Salamat

    2008: Journey

    2009: Lapit

    2013: Metamorphosis

    2014: All About Love

Live albums

    2011: Yeng Versions Live

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Yasmien Kurdi

Yasmien Yuson Kurdi-Soldevilla (born 25 January 1989 in San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines), popularly known as Yasmien Kurdi, is a Filipina actress, singer-songwriter and commercial model. She was one of the Final Four in the first season of StarStruck, a reality-based talent search show by GMA Network in the Philippines where she finished as first runner-up. She was awarded the title of the Philippines' Pop Sweetheart. She is known for the roles of Mira in the hit fantasy series Encantadia, Salve Dizon de Leon in the remake of Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita and Shayne Rodrigo in the hit remake Saan Darating Ang Umaga?, a role originally played by Maricel Soriano.

As a singer, Kurdi released two studio albums. Her first album, In the Name of Love was released in 2006 and attained platinum status while in 2007, her second album, Love Is All I Need, reached gold status.

Early life

Kurdi was born to a Muslim father, Mohammad Kurdi,[3] and Miriam Ong-Yuson, who is a member of the Iglesia ni Cristo. She is of Lebanese-Kurdish (paternal) and Chinese-Filipino (maternal) descent. She spent most of her early life in Kuwait because of her father's work there, and was there with her family during the Gulf War. She was a member of the junior choir in her church before joining StarStruck. She studied elementary in Jabriya Indian School, and finished high school and Nursing at New Era College.

Career

Kurdi at INC Laoag in December 2011

2003-2006: Starstruck, career beginnings, and In The Name of Love

Her early career included modeling for Candy, Seventeen, and MOD magazine. She was one of the finalists in ABS-CBN's ASAP Pond's Soft Skin Search, but lost to the Jaboom twins. In 2009, Kurdi starred in an ad promoting vegetarianism for PETA Asia-Pacific.

2007-2011: Breakthrough and Love Is All I Need

In May 2007, after her success in the Bakekang series as "Charming", Kurdi starred in Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso with JC de Vera. She played Jenna, a maid who has an eye on her employer's grandson. In its press conference, GMA Network crowned her as its GMA Drama Princess. On September 10, 2007, Kurdi starred again with JC de Vera in Pasan Ko Ang Daigdig, which originally starred Sharon Cuneta in 1987. After their huge success as a loveteam in Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso, GMA cast them both in Sine Novela.

The network gave them an adaptation of another Sharon Cuneta movie, Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita. The series crushed its rival My Girl. In the last quarter of 2008, Kurdi led the remake of Saan Darating Ang Umaga? which garnered prime time ratings, though it aired in the afternoon. The Sine Novela is a top rater and the all-time highest in national TV ratings, never beaten by Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin? which held the Mega Manila only.

Kurdi then appeared on Dear Friend: Madrasta, which topped the weekend daytime ratings. She then starred in SRO Cinemaserye's suspense drama Suspetsa.

In 2010, Kurdi was cast in her first role as a villain, on the GMA Network fairy tale television series Grazilda.

2011-2013: Hiatus and comeback

In 2011, Kurdi joined the epic series Amaya for a multi-episode guest arc playing Apila, she then quit show business to concentrate on her college education and raising a family, coming back in 2013 after a two-year hiatus.

Activism

Kurdi is a supporter of PETA and has helped with a number of campaigns. On November 9, 2007, she posed inside a cage while holding a sign that said: "Liberate your diet. Go vegetarian. "Through PETA, I am able to speak up for animals and help them be heard. That's why I jumped at the chance to climb into a cage and urge people to 'liberate' their diet and give vegetarianism a try," Kurdi explained.

Recently Kurdi has joined the call to 'Free Mali' from the Manila Zoo, where the elephant has spent 39 years in captivity alone, in a tiny enclosure and without adequate medical care.

Personal life

In 2013, Kurdi revealed to Philippine Entertainment Portal that she is already married to Rey Soldevilla, who is a pilot. in January 2012 Together, they have a daughter named Ayesha Zara, whose name means "bright flower" in the Hindu language., Soldevilla is from Zamboanga City but Kurdi's mother is against her marriage.

Health

In early 2014, Kurdi was diagnosed with a cyst on her vocal cords, which explained the recent hoarseness in her voice. She was scheduled for surgery in July 2014 to remove the cyst. According to her doctor, there was no guarantee that her voice would fully recover after the operation.

Studio albums

    In the Name of Love (2005)

    Love Is All I Need (2007)

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Introvoys

INTRoVOYS is a Filipino pop rock band formed in 1986 by 3rd-G Cristobal, Paco Arespacochaga and Jonathan Buencamino. The band is now based in Los Angeles, California.

Formation and early years: 1986-1988

INTRoVOYS was formed in Manila, Philippines in 1986 by 3rd-G Cristobal, Paco Arespacochaga,Jonathan Buencamino. 3rd-G and Paco were classmates in high school, but have known each other since elementary. The first incarnation of INTRoVOYS had Jonathan Buencamino, Paco Arespacochaga and 3rd-G Cristobal in a small rehearsal space on the corner of Katipunan and Santolan in Quezon City, Philippines. During their first rehearsal, 3rd-G taught Paco how to play the drums. Later, they added Jonathan Buencamino's younger brother Jj to play keyboards, Ira Cruz, lead guitars, and Jobert Buencamino for bass guitar. They recorded the song Just a Dream which was released in the 10 of Another Kind compilation album in 1988.

Back to the Roots and line-up changes: 1989-1991

Due to other priorities, 3rd-G had to give up his position as the band’s rhythm guitar player. The band released their debut album, Back to the Roots in 1990. Their first two singles received a lukewarm response and the band's label, Dyna Records, was ready to drop them. In spite of this, their third single However Which Way, went to No. 1 in Metro Manila in just two weeks. It became the No. 1 song in the country after a month, paving the way for a national tour. Culled from the same album are certified No. 1 singles such as, Calling All Nations, Maynila and Lullabye among many others.. Ira Cruz left the band in 1991.

Breaking New Grounds and Line To Heaven: 1991-1994

When Cruz left INTRoVOYS, Vic Carpio replaced him as their new guitarist. The band's second album, Breaking New Grounds, was released in 1992. Included in this album were the hits Will I Survive, Di Na Ako Aasa Pa, Binibini and Are You Happy. The album achieved quadruple platinum status, earning INTRoVOYS the tag "The No. 1 Band in the Land".[citation needed]. In 1993, the band released their third album, Line to Heaven, wherein the carrier single was written after Arespacochaga suffered the tragic loss of his parents. This album also included another hit song, "Kailanman".

Greatest Hits...Live, One and Eroplano: 1994-1999

Jobert Buencamino left the band in 1994 for health and personal reasons. The band invited Paku Herrera of Neocolours to take on Jobert’s chores. They released their first greatest hits concert Greatest Hits...Live followed by their carrier single Living My Life in 1995. The band's fourth album One released in 1996, included hits Tell Me Why, More Than A Friend and Magkaisa Tayong Lahat. This was Arespacochaga's last album and he left the band in 1996 and was replaced by Toto Villanueva as the new drummer. They released their fifth album Eroplano features the hits "Fool", "My Child", "Eroplano", "The Big Ride" and a cover of Mr. Rey Valera's hit Kung Kailangan Mo Ako. A year later, Jonathan Buencamino was forced to leave due to an illness that caused him to lose his voice indefinitely.

Short-Lived Reunion and Hiatus: 2000-2004

In 2000, Paco Arespacochaga went solo and released his album called Rebirth, featuring three popular songs of his former band and a collaboration with his former wife Geneva Cruz. Paco Arespacochaga rejoined the band in 2000. Ira Cruz, who had played with INTRoVOYS from 1988 to 1991, rejoined with the original line-up members. Paco, Jonathan, Jj & Jobert Buencamino and Vic Carpio for the short-lived reunion run in 2001 and after that, he decided to pursue other interests. He joined Passage and Co-founded the Band Kapatid. Vic Carpio and Jobert Buencamino decided to retire and pursue other interest and the other members decided to go on an indefinite hiatus.

A Brighter Day and New Beginnings: 2005-2013

After years of hiatus, Arespacochaga, Jonathan & Jj Buencamino decided to get back together and work on a new album with their two new members, Henry Abesamis on bass guitar and Jonathan Manuel on guitars. In 2005, they released the album entitled A Brighter Day, marks a beginning of a new chapter for the band. The landmark album, released 7 years after their last album, Eroplano, marks the exodus of the band from the Philippines to the United States.

In December 2006, the band released their first studio Greatest Hits album entitled, New Beginnings, a collection of re-arranged 18 major hits and introduced two new members, Steve Guadiz on guitar and Chot Ulep on bass.

In April 2009, Tim De Ramos joined the band as the new drummer while Arespacochaga assumed duties as the new lead guitarist, Steve Guadiz left INTRoVOYS followed by Chot Ulep. In September of that same year, G3 Misa, formerly with Shanghaied and Mystery became the new guitarist and Gary Padre became the new bassist.

In October 2011, at the Tanduay Rockfest, Arespachochaga performed signature INTRoVOYS hits including Line To Heaven and Di Na Ako Aasa Pa. Buoyed by the warm welcome he got from the crowd, he stated, "Salamat. Maraming, maraming salamat. By next year, kasama ko na ang buong banda" ("Thank you. Thank you very much. By next year, the rest of the band will be with me.") In June 2012, Jonathan Dela Paz became the new bassist for the band. In May 2013, Jj Buencamino decided to retire and Art Pangilinan became their new keyboardist.

New Single and Where We Left Off: 2014-present

In July 2014, INTRoVOYS released their single "Nasaan Ka" and launched a music video filmed in Los Angeles, CA.[4] In August 2014, the band was featured on Tunay Na Buhay on GMA 7. In September 2014, INTRoVOYS performed in "Mga Bokalista ng Dekadang Nubenta" US Tour along Jett Pangan, Gary Ignacio, Cooky Chua, and Wency Cornejo.

In May 2015, keyboardist Art Pangilinan left INTRoVOYS, they continue touring as a four piece. In the end of 2015, Jj Buencamino – INTRoVOYS’ original keyboard player re-join the band. In January 2016, INTRoVOYS released their latest album, "Where We Left Off.

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Urbandub

Urbandub was a Filipino rock band from Cebu City, Philippines. Since its inception in 2000, the band's line-up was consisted of Gabby Alipe (vocals, guitar), John Dinopol (guitar, vocals), Lalay Lim (bass, vocals), and JanJan Mendoza (drummer).

Urbandub is the first indie band in the Philippines to release albums nationwide with the assistance of a major label. The label also featured Urbandub in a Pinoy rock compilation entitled "FULL VOLUME", with a remake of Sade's "No Ordinary Love". The band recently garnered the attention of fans throughout Southeast Asia with a recent tour in Singapore. The band recently posted on Facebook stating that, they will be having their last concert with their original line-up on May 9, 2015. Recently, Bass guitarist and back-up vocalist, Lalay Lim and drummer JanJan Mendoza left the band to prioritize their families.

Members

    Gabby Alipe - lead vocals, rhythm guitar (2000–2015)

    John Dinopol - lead guitar, backing vocals (2000–2015)

    Lalay Lim-Geronimo - bass guitar, backing vocals (2000–2015)

    JanJan Mendoza- drums (2003–2015)

Discography

Studio albums

    Birth (2001)

    Influence (2003)

    Embrace (2005)

    Under Southern Lights (2007)

    The Apparition (2009)

    Esoteric (2013)

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Kulay

YEARS ACTIVE: 1991 – 2000

GROUP ROSTER: BOOM DAYUPAY, JEANNIE OAKMAN, RADHA CUADRADO, ANGEL JONES* (Angel replaced Jeannie after the latter died in 1997 because of an epileptic seizure)

90’S HITS: DELICIOUS, BURN, SHOUT
Kulay formed in 1991. Boom Dayupay (born Lino) returned that year to the Philippines from Canada, where he had worked the club scene in Vancouver as a DJ. Joining Dayupay was girlfriend/singer Jeannie Oakman. The two formed Kulay, which means "color" in Tagalog, the Philippines' national language. An audition brought local female vocalist Radha Cuadrado.

Kulay signed to OctoArts/EMI, a joint venture between local label OctoArts and EMI, and released their debut album, 100,000 Pesos Worth of Karma, in 1995. Dayupay composed and arranged nearly all the material (there was a cover of George Gershwin's "Summertime"), and also produced the album, a process followed in all of Kulay's releases.

Flavour of da Moment was released in 1996, and though a fine outing, containing heavier doses of rap and funk, it lacked the overall charm and energy of the first album. It also did not sell well, according to the label (there are no album charts or SoundScan in the Philippines). 

Kulay then signed with Sony Music Entertainment Philippines (SMEP) and was placed on the Dance Pool label, operated out of Sony's European regional office in the United Kingdom. In August of 1997, Kulay released Vibestation, again encompassing many rhythm & blues styles, but this time emphasizing funk. Vibestation is an outstanding effort, and sets the standard for hip-hop in the Philippines.

Sadly, however, founding member/singer Jeannie Oakman passed away in September of 1997 after an epileptic seizure. Kulay nearly disbanded, but then recruited female vocalist Angel Jones, an American of Philippine ancestry. 

Also in September of 1997, an album track, "Delicious," was issued as a radio single in the United Kingdom, and the new Kulay lineup toured the U.K., Germany, and Italy. Kulay's self-directed video for "Delicious" was a nominee for the 1998 MTV Asian Viewers' Choice Award. Despite these international accolades, sales at home for Vibestation failed to match expectations, and the album hadn't reached gold (which is 20,000 units sold) after nearly two years on the market.

Dayupay founded Vibestation Records, signing several fledging rap and hip-hop acts (Kulay remains signed to SMEP). In July of 1998, Vibestation Records inked a distribution deal with BMG Records Philippines. Kulay also began hosting and producing a weekly television program, Vibestation TV. 

In 1999, "Burn," another track off Vibestation, was released in the United Kingdom and several other European territories as a commercial single and in the U.S. as a promo single, and featured remixes by top European DJs Norman Cook, aka Fatboy Slim, and Judge Jules. Both "Delicious" and "Burn" and their respective remixes were released in the Philippines in 1999 as Kulay Remixes. Planned releases in the United States and the United Kingdom for Vibestation, however, did not materialize.

Kulay released its second album for Sony Music Entertainment Philippines, Chapter What?, on November 19, 1999. Unlike Vibestation, however, the album was not placed under the Dance Pool label, and the album did not receive an international push. In 2000, female singer Radha Cuadrado left the group. Instead of recruiting a new member, Kulay disbanded, leaving behind a legacy of the best hip-hop the Philippines had known.

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Parokya ni Edgar

YEARS ACTIVE: 1993 – PRESENT

Members: CHITO MIRANDA, VINCI MONTANER, BUHAWI MENESES, DARIUS SEMANA, GAB CHEE KEE, DINDIN MORENO

90’S HITS: BULOY, TRIP, MANIWALA KA SANA, LUTONG BAHAY, SILVERTOES,

HARANA, PANGARAP, PICHA PIE, INUMAN NA, HALAGA 

Parokya ni Edgar (English: Edgar's Parish) is a multi-award winning Filipino band formed in 1993. The band is famous for its original rock novelty songs and often satirical covers of popular songs both foreign and local. The band is adept at playing in various musical genres.

Parokya ni Edgar has been referred to by local media as "Pambansang Banda ng Pilipinas" (The National Band of the Philippines).

Despite having "Edgar" in the band's name, none of the members are named Edgar.

Originally named Comic Relief, the band's initial members were a group of high school students composed of vocalists Chito Miranda, Jeric Estaco, and Vinci Montaner, along with guitarists Mikko Yap and Gab Chee Kee, all hailing from Ateneo de Manila University. They were regulars in after-school jam sessions, before performing an opening number for an Eraserheads concert. This served as their break in the music industry and prompted them to add a drummer and bassist – schoolmate Dindin Moreno and Buwi Meneses, respectively. Around the same time they changed the band's name to Parokya ni Edgar. After high school, Mikko and Jeric withdrew from the band to pursue other interests. Soon after, the remaining band members invited their friend Darius Semaña to take the role of lead guitar.

The band name's origin has been a long time subject of disputes and debate from fans and audience a like as the band members has been evasive when it comes to the said topic since the group's inception, but not until 2013 when Chito Miranda officially posted the subject matter and confirmed it in their Facebook page. The name "Parokya Ni Edgar" actually came from a joke by a classmate named Bambi Cuna during one of their high school classes. Sources state that the class subject was Filipino. When the teacher asked Cuna where Jose Rizal's fictional hero, Crisostomo Ibarra (in the novel Noli Me Tangere), was educated, it was said that Cuna answered with the daft remark "sa Parokya ni Edgar". For some reason, former vocalist Jeric Estaco then decided to declare "Parokya ni Edgar" as their band name during an introduction on one of their first live performances in an impromptu manner and got stuck by it ever since.

Current members

    Chito Miranda – lead vocals (1993–present)

    Buwi Meneses – bass guitar (1993–present)

    Darius Semaña – lead guitar (1993–present)

    Gab Chee Kee – rhythm guitar, vocals (1993-present)

    Dindin Moreno – drums (1993–present)

Former members

    Vinci Montaner – backup vocals, occasional percussion, monologue, live comic relief (1993–2012) Montaner briefly reunited with the band in 2013 in a one night only appearance during the launching date of PNE's 13th album "Bente".

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Alibata

Genre: Alternative Rock/ Pop/ Rock/ Folk Rock

Location: Naga City, Philippines

Members:

Beejay Cruz- vocals

Jason San Vicente- guitars/ back up vox

Paul Cecilio- bass/back up vox

Kuraie Noga- guitars

Jr Narido- drums

ALIBATA is one of today’s upcoming rock recording artist that hails from Naga City. As proud bicolanos, the band showcases a good combination of premium vocal prowess together with ingenious instrumentation. The band is led by the Frontman Beejay Cruz, Paul Cecilio (bassist), Ryan (drummer), Jason San Vicente and Joseph “Kuraie” Noga (lead guitarist).

The self-titled debut album ALIBATA contains seven (7) original songs and a rockin’ revival of a Bicol song “SARONG BAGGUI”, the album is powered by the carrier single “MAGHIHINTAY NA LANG” that hit the chart of local radio stations in Bicol and some radio stations in manila.

The album was released by ZONE 7 CANDID RECORDS PHILIPPINES. Last year 2009, ALIBATA was part of a compilation album titled BAGONG HIMIG, ALON AT AGOS was their song, released by STAR RECORDS together with some popular artist LITO CAMO, YENG CONSTANTINO, KYLA, JURIS of MYMP, MAKISIG and more... The band has performed in various venues, concerts and more.. in and outside bicol. ALIBATA has been part of KAOGMA FESTIVAL since 2005 which showcases the best local and national artist.

They also performed in a international festival FETE DELA MUSIQUE 2006 and 2008. The group has also appeared in various television shows like: MAG TV oragon, MARHAY NA AGA KAPAMILYA, TITO POTATO SHOW (destiny’s channel), JOJO ALEJAR LATE AT NIGHT (channel 5), and UMAGANG KAY GANDA (Abs – Cbn Manila). ALIBATA is also proud having been one of the ten semi-finalist of THE WORLD BATTLE OF THE BANDS 2007 (Philippine division), and last DECEMBER 7, 2009 AWIT AWARDS at the ARENA san Juan city, ALIBATA was awarded as “BEST REGIONAL RECORDING” (Sarong Banggui). ALIBATA hopes to continue spicing up things and embody the essence of pinoy rock for many years to come!!!!.

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Aegis

Current Members

Juliet Sunot : vocals| Ken Sunot : vocals| Mercy Sunot : vocals| Rowena Pinpin : bass| Stella Galindo : keyboard| Rey Abenoja : guitar| Vilma Goloviogo : drums,

Genre : Rock
Members :
Juliet Sunot : vocals
Ken Sunot : vocals
Mercy Sunot : vocals
Rowena Pinpin : bass
Stella Galindo : keyboard
Rey Abenoja : guitar
Vilma Goloviogo : drums

No other pop band comes close to Aegis when it comes to establishing that certain hook with audiences. From north to south, east to west, all over the Philippines and possibly, beyond, Aegis music connects with the largest number of audiences.
There is a feeling of oneness with Aegis among those who are touched by Aegis' songs. With all their high notes, bravura performances and tons of sentiments. Aegis' songs click because they pierce right into our hearts, awakening the Filipino innate sense of melodrama, drawing both empathy and sympathy. Making them a true expression of the Filipino spirit.

History

Aegis has released seven albums over its career that have consistently made the Gold and Platinum marks beginning with Halik, Mahal na Mahal Kita, Awit at Pag-Ibig, Paskong-Pasko and Ating Balikan. They also released a mind-boggling remix collection of Aegis' hits entitled Ating Sayawin. The band is also responsible for hits such as "Luha" and "Halik." Clearly, this is one band that has survived the rigors of the Philippine music industry with flying colors.

Since they started in 2000, this band which is actually made up of siblings had strong support from Filipino masses who quickly identified with them and the sound they created. One would not mistake an Aegis song. The band effectively brands a song through their guitar riffs and the belting voices of the vocalists.

The phenomenal success of Aegis band can be attributed to two factors- their genuine talent and the strong recall of their songs.Almost everyone in your neighborhood, be it young or old, I bet is familiar with songs like Halik or Luha. The earthshaking voices of Aegis' lead vocalists are just too mighty not to be noticed in a pop-rock arena.
The Aegis audiences are always mesmerized by the incredible lung-power of sisters Juliet and Mercy Sunot. The two have been with the group since they started originally as AG's Soundtrippers (the letters A and G being their manager's initials). They later changed into Aegis in 1998 as agreed upon by the band manager & Alpha Records. Apart from the two sisters, keyboardist Stella Galindo is also the sister of the band's manager Lito. While his (Lito's) wife, Josie, is Rey's sister. This 'connection' perhaps explains why their relationship has never been shaken despite the intrigues and politics in showbiz.

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