CHICOSCI + TAKEN BY CARS

I've never heard Miggy's voice sound so clean in his live performances until now. I'm not a hater but I just think he loses his voice most of the time in their gigs, which led me to that comment. But hearing this, this song (Beating Hearts Baby) fits perfectly for him. Ngayon ko lang nakita tong vid na to and I wish i was there that night.

(taken from youtube)

SUPERBANDS

Project1's infectious single have created a lot of buzz and intrigues among followers of the local music scene. questions have been raised but it was only until they released a video when this superband's members have been named. their entry to the music scene came off like a wildfire. and now we all know who they are, the world can sit back, relax, enjoy the music and calmly say "ang sarap dito".

(photo taken from Google)

i guess it wasn't until Project1 that superbands have created much hype among the public. There have been a few who've shared their music to us that are worth mentioning and one of them is Cambio. They've had 2 albums under their name and Cambio of course took their superband status to another level in their latest video Pasaway. The concept was that each member of the band appeared with their other respective bands. Members are: Kris Gorra-Dancel on vox, Diego Mapa on guitars, Ebe Dancel on guitars, Buddy Zabala on bass and Raimund Marasigan on drums.

(photo taken from Google)

I wouldn't know if you would consider Pedicab under this category but nevertheless they're still worth mentioning. With Diego Mapa on vox, Jason Caballa on guitars, RA Rivera on visuals and multimedia, Raimund Marasigan on keyboard synths and Mike Dizon on drums, these guys are due for their sophomore album. I just heard their single this week which probably means that they're at the end of their recording or waiting for its release.

Another one is The Bitter Pill. They haven't been so active recently and I have no news about them. no myspace page but they have a yahoogroups, but still news about them there either. Nevertheless, they still fit into this section. Though i would say they're the indie superband they also have an impressive roster with the Mong Alcaraz of Sandwich/Chicosci, Mikey Amistoso of Ciudad, Isa Garcia of Cousin Ed, Diego Castillo of Sandwich, and Pao Santiago of Join the Club completing the line-up.


MUST HEAR:
Project1 - Ang Sarap Dito <listen|download>
Cambio - Patlang <listen|download>

URBANDUB - EVIDENCE

This video's a killer. Literally!

VINCE NOIR PROJECT

Stepping off from the MRT, I was on my way to take the LRT2 to go home when I decided to stop by the record bar first. I was just there to let time pass when I saw a CD of Vince Noir Project stacked on the racks. It was unexpected as I never heard or saw this coming. I know they're already being played on the radio but this, this is just great. I bought the CD but I haven't listened to it... hehehe!

I just wanna show love to the band by telling to the whole world about their debut album!

MUST HEAR:
Vince Noir Project - What A Git <listen|download>

Project 1 - Ang Sarap Dito

last week i was listening to the radio and heard this unfamiliar song echoing from the speakers of my car. i haven't been tuning on to the radio lately so i was intrigued when i heard this. I thought it was Sandwich because I recognized the voice of Raimnud Marasigan but I still wasn't sure because the music sounded different from the Sandwich we all know. The song ended and the DJ credited it to "Project1" which was entitled "Ang Sarap Dito".

Once I got my hands on the PC, I immediately searched for the song in the net. I googled "ang sarap dito project1 myspace"", hoping it would have been on myspace already but no luck. I pressed in the same keywords but this time without the word "myspace" but to no avail I only got links to articles about it. I clicked one and it directed me to ABANTE ONLINE (no kidding). I read that the DJs of various radio stations have no information about the song or artist and it was a mystery waiting to be solved. All they can share is that people are getting more and more intrigued about this issue and so am I.

So today, I was randomly browsing through videos when I found that they have released their video for the song. So here it is. Enjoi!



Project 1 - Ang Sarap Dito

Raimund Marasigan (Sandwich/Pedicab/Cambio/Squid 9)
Clem Castro (formerly of Orange and Lemons/The Camerawalls)
Francis Reyes (The Dawn)
Carlos Calderon (Chicosci)
Jazz Nicolas (Itchyworms)
Uela Basco (Chilitees)
Katwo Librando (Narda/Duster)

CHICOSCI: SNY LVN

To those who saw Superbad, NO this is not about Sonny (Mc)Lovin'. YES, this is about Sonny. I believe that this is old news to all the blood seekers out there but I just recently found out that Sonny Baquisal has left the band due to family reasons. This unfortunate situation has been out in the public since October 31, 2007 as dated in their multiply site. The following lines is the post from the other axeman.

"Dear Kids,

We are still reeling from the depression that is known as S.N.Y.L.V.N.(Sny's leaving). He has been our brother for the past 8 years, and we've been partners in crime in guitar and six-string antics ever since. We have still not come to grips with the fact that we've lost another member to the first world.(haha. i keed). But then again, life must go on. Let us all wish THE one and only SONNY BAQUISAL all the luck in the world. Tiniis niya ng 8 years ang layo ng family niya to be with his vampire brothers. And now even his wife is there, and collectively, we think it's just the right time for him to reunite with his loved ones in a very lovely place called ITALY. He has shared with all of us 1 million percent of his blood sweat and tears, and he deserves a proper goodbye. The song last look is now dedicated to him, and shall be announced on NU. We miss him already.

just answer with your eyes,
mong alcaraz

p.s.
on a happier note, let's all welcome ariel to the vampire social club. *apir* unang hirit ang debut gig niya yesterday morning. expect both members(sny and ariel) to share guitar duties on our next video. thank you everyone for the support. ....ok toodles!"

THE 14TH NU ROCK AWARDS: BAMBOO BAGS 6 OF THE 15 AWARDS

(taken from Philippine Entertainment Portal (PEP))
Colorful confetti rained down on the quartet of Bamboo Manalac, Ira Cruz, Nathan Azarcon and Vic Mercado—collectively known as Bamboo—last November 30 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, officially concluding the 14th NU 107 Rock Awards.

The climactic ending was a fitting salute to a band that has achieved commercial success while staying loyal to their artistic vision. Gathering six out of the 15 awards, Bamboo proved that they are this year's best among the lot of diverse acts that rocked the scene in 2007.

SINOSIKAT IS NOW SIKAT. But while Bamboo's triumph was an expected scenario, this year's edition of the rock awards was also full of surprises, particularly in the Vocalist of the Year category. Sinosikat's soulful front woman Kat Agarrado bagged the coveted individual award, affirming her reputation as one of the most promising vocalists to emerge from the local underground to mainstream consciousness.

Winning the title was certainly far from easy. This year, Kat was pitted against the likes of Marc Abaya of Kjwan, Sugarfree's Ebe Dancel, Miggy Chavez of Chicosci, Steve Badiola of emo darlings Typecast and Bamboo Mañalac. Most people inside the venue and fellow artists agreed with the outcome and applauded Kat louldy as she went up the stage to accept the plum.

Best New Artist aptly went to the punk trio of Hilera. Typecast also pulled off their own surprise by notching the Song of the Year award through the single, "Will You Ever Learn," beating other favorites like Bamboo's "Tatsulok," "Sundo" by Imago and Sinosikat's "Turning My Safety Off."

The Hall of Fame Award for 2007 goes to brothers Angelo and Mike Villegas of the ‘90s pop-rock duo, Rizal Underground. Although they disbanded a long time ago, the duo remains active in the music scene by composing songs or doing guitar sessions for other artists.

SIDE DRAMA. Despite their status as a non-functioning unit, Orange & Lemons still managed to hoist a last hurrah as the band clinched the prestigious Album of the Year award for the psychedelic-pop infused record, Moonlane Gardens. Animosity between the members, however, was still evident as only guitarist-vocalist Clem de Castro claimed the award in behalf of his estranged band mates. Mcoy Fundales, the band's former vocalist, was there at the venue but did not join Clem in accepting the award. It will remembered that Mcoy had just gotten out of the Pinoy Big Brother house where he stayed as one of the celebrity housemates.

The award for Best Album Packaging was also bestowed to Moonlane Gardens, with Clem and graphic artist Sarah Gaugler sharing the credits.

As usual, action and drama in this year's event went beyond the stage. The NU Rock Awards paved the way for the four members of the legendary Eraserheads to stay under one roof, although Ely Buendia, Raimund Marasigan, Marcus Adoro, and Buddy Zabala never shared a table that night.

"That is big news," exclaimed Rivermaya manager Lizza Nakpil, citing the fact that the four ex-Eheads are rarely seen gathered in one venue after their controversial split up in 2002.

Who knows? Maybe a reunion will finally take place on the 15th anniversary of the rock awards.

HERE'S THE COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS:

Best New Artist: Hilera

Vocalist of the Year: Kat Agarrado of Sinosikat

Guitarist of the Year: Ira Cruz of Bamboo

Bassist of the Year: Nathan Azarcon of Bamboo

Drummer of the Year: Vic Mercado of Bamboo and Mark Escueta of Rivermaya

Best Live Act: Bamboo

In the Raw Award: Reklamo

Song of the Year: "Will You Ever Learn" by Typecast

Album of the Year: Moonlane Gardens by Orange & Lemons

Artist of the Year: Bamboo

Best Music Video: "DVD-X" of Sandwich (Directed by Marie Jamora)

Best Album Packaging: Sarah Gaugler and Clementine for Moonlane Gardens of Orange & Lemons

Producer of the Year: Lourd and Francis de Veyra for Tangina Mo Ang Daming Nagugutom sa Mundo Fashionista Ka Pa Rin of Radioactive Sago Project

Listeners Choice Award: Bamboo

Hall of Fame: Mike and Angelo Villegas