Nostalgia Alert: Five Pinoy Rock Albums Turning 30 This Year
1995 was a year of tragedy and celebration for Filipinos — from the execution of Flor Contemplacion in Singapore to the infamous Kuratong…
Author: Daniel Aloc
Daniel is an avid lover of music and films. While most people his age would spend their leisure time playing online games, he enjoys creating playlists and movie lists. Daniel has also written opinion pieces for various publications. He studied Political Science at Adamson University and is currently an associate at the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation. He would never say no to a cold beer!
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Datu’s Tribe at 30: Still Rocking an Committed to the Cause
History teaches us that not every musical group can stand the test of time. This could be due to various reasons, from financial…
For the Love of Beer and Filipino Indie Music: A Playlist
Beer and music always go well together, like cinema and popcorn, Bonnie and Clyde, Harold and Maude—okay, I’ll stop there! Depending on one’s music…
Preview: Tanghalang Pilipino’s “Balete” set to run until Peasant Month in October
Since its establishment in 1987, Tanghalang Pilipino (TP) has presented hundreds of critically acclaimed productions that promote Philippine culture and history. This year,…
A Quick Guide to the 45th Manila International Book Fair
Book lovers have once again gathered at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City as the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) returns for…
Turning 39, and 39 Books That Have Shaped My Life
“I knew right there, in prison, that reading had changed forever the course of my life. As I see it today, the ability…
Mabuhay ang Manggagawa: 5 Filipino Films to Commemorate Labor Day
Every year, we celebrate Labor Day as a national holiday. Whether you see it as an opportunity to rest or get paid double, we should…
The Story Behind The Jerks’ “Kun’ Di Man,” Chickoy Pura’s Love Letter to Monet
Hailed as one of the pioneers of the Pinoy punk movement, The Jerks is known for its hard-hitting, politically-charged songs such as “Sayaw…
5 Filipino Songs to Add to Your New Year’s playlist
It’s almost impossible to celebrate New Year’s Eve or Day without music. Whether you sing along or dance with it, music makes New…