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What genre does Barbie Almalbis primarily work in?
Which band is recognized as the first indie band to have a nationwide release by a major label?
Which of the following accurately describes the music style of South Border?
What is a characteristic feature of Bisrock music?
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What theme do the songs of Bayang Barrios primarily focus on?
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Which artist is known for the rendition of 'Bayan Ko'?
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What is the nickname of Gary Valenciano?
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Which of the following songs is NOT associated with Mike Hanopol?
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What is the original name of the Apo Hiking Society?
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What role(s) does Sharon Cuneta commonly take up in her career?
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Which music genre is associated with Mike Hanopol?
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Which of the following characteristics best describes the Apo Hiking Society?
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Which artist has a dual heritage of Filipino and Puerto Rican descent?
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What genre of music is Francis Michael Durango Magalona known for?
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Which of the following roles is NOT associated with Kuh Ledesma?
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Which performer is known for the musical roles of Kim in Miss Saigon and Eponine in Les Miserables?
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What is the main theme of Noel Cabangon's famous song "Bagong Bayani"?
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What type of music does Joey Ayala primarily perform?
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Which band is known for experimenting with different genres ranging from rock to funk?
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What name is Francis Michael Durango Magalona commonly known by?
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What is the focus of the music committee that Joey Ayala was former chairman of?
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Which musician is known as the 'Mick Jagger' of the Philippines?
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What is the famous song of Allan Pineda Lindo (APL de Ap)?
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Which band did Ely Buendia previously belong to before forming The Mongols?
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What genre of music does Charice Pempengco primarily perform?
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What type of music does the band Tribu Calamianen promote?
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Which song by Ely Buendia is described as vague and confusing yet widely loved?
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Which famous American talk shows did Charice Pempengco appear on?
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What was Raymond Abracosa's biggest hit?
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Study Notes
OPM
- Stands for Original Pinoy Music.
- Refers to music originally composed and sung by Filipino music artists.
- Ferdinand Pascual Aguilar, also known as “Ka Freddie or Abdul Farid”, is known for his rendition of “Bayan Ko”.
Edgar “Gary” Valenciano
- Nicknamed “Mr. Pure Energy”.
- Multi-awarded Filipino-Puerto Rican singer, songwriter, musician, actor, and music producer.
Mike Hanopol
- Filipino rock singer, guitarist and recording artist.
- Known for songs like “Anong Ganda”, “Awiting Pilipinas”, “Bayan ni Juan”, “Buhay”, “Musikerong”, “Lumipad Na”, “Maghihintay”, “Mr. Kenkoy”, “Nag-iisa”, “Umiikot-Ikot”, “Upos na Lang”.
Apo Hiking Society
- Originally known as Apolinario Mabini Hiking Society or simply Apo.
- Filipino musical group composed of 15 student members from Ateneo de Manila.
Sharon Cuneta-Pangilinan
- Known as the “Mega Star”.
- Filipina singer, actress, talk show host, commercial and reality show judge, and endorser.
Tessy Alfonso
- Known as the “Sampaguita”.
- Pinoy rock musician from the Philippines during the 1970's.
Kuh Ledesma
- Known as Maria Socorro Ledesma or simply Kuh.
- Filipino Pop and Jazz singer, actress, model, fashion designer.
Francis Magalona
- Known as Francis-M, Master Rapper, The Mouth, Kiko, Filipino King of Rap, and The Man.
- Filipino rapper, entrepreneur, songwriter, producer, actor, director, and photographer from Manila.
- Known for his musical and creative brilliance and his deep voice.
Lea Salonga
- Full name Maria Carmen Imutan Salonga.
- Filipina singer and actress known for Pop, OPM, and R&B genres.
- Performed in musical theatre productions like Miss Saigon as Kim and Les Miserables as Eponine.
Joey Ayala
- Full name Jose Iñigo Homer Lacambra.
- Filipino singer, songwriter, and former chairman of the music committee of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts.
- Known for Folk, Neofolk, and other genres.
Noel Cabangon
- Filipino singer-songwriter from La Union.
- Known for writing songs about the difficult lives of Filipino Overseas Workers, known as Bagong Bayani.
- Known for his song “Bayani”.
Parokya ni Edgar
- Filipino rock band from Manila.
- Composed of Chito Miranda, Vinci Montaner, Gab Chee-kee, Miko, and Jerick.
- Known for different rock compositions and experimental genres.
- Sang FrancisM’s “Kaleidoscope World” live.
APL de Ap
- Full name Allan Pineda Lindo.
- American-Filipino musician. Known for singing, rapping, and record production.
- Member of the Grammy Award-winning hip-hop group “Black Eyed Peas”.
- Known for his song “APL Song” which is recognized by Filipino citizens.
Abra
- Full name Raymond Abracosa.
- Award-winning Filipino rapper musician.
- Known for his hit song “Gayuma”.
Ely Buendia
- Former member of the band Eraserheads.
- Formed a new band “The Mongols”, a diverse rock band.
- Famous for his song “Spolarium”.
Rivermaya
- Filipino alternative rock band from Manila.
- Composed of Mark Escueta, Mike Elgar, Ryan Peralta, Norby David, Rico Blanco, and Bamboo Mañalac (former member).
- One of the bands that led the alternative rock movement in the Philippines.
The Edralins
- Filipino band from Baguio City.
- Notable for participating in “Kami Muna Ulit”, a tribute to the Apo Hiking Society, where they sang a Calypso version of “Salawikain”.
Joey Smith
- Full name Joey Smith.
- Known as Pepe Smith.
- Pinoy rock singer from Central Luzon.
- Considereded the “Mick Jagger” of the Philippines.
- Notable songs are “Eto na ako”, “Ihip ng Hangin”, “Jueteng Shed”, “Mescaline Lullabye”, “Walang Kokontra”, “Mighty Great Big Hearted Love-song”, “Midnight Shuffle”, “Spike It Up”, “Hi-Tek Babe”, “Silver Whore”, “The Blessing”.
Orange and Lemons
- Filipino pop rock and alternative rock band from Bulacan.
- Comprised of Clementine Castro, Mcoy Fundales, JM del Mundo, and Ace del Mundo.
- Composed and sang the theme song for the reality show Pinoy Big Brother.
Charice Pempengco
- Filipino singer from Laguna.
- Gained popularity through YouTube.
- Appeared on American talk shows like “Ellen” and “Oprah Winfrey”.
- Known for R&B, Pop, Soul, Rock, and Dance genres.
Tribu Calamianen
- Filipino band from Coron, Palawan.
- Promotes the culture of Calamianen Island.
- Sings songs in the local dialect to express culture, beliefs, customs, and traditions.
Barbie Almalbis
- Filipino singer-songwriter from Capiz.
- Known for a quirky vocal style.
- Known for acoustic pop rock, alternative rock genres.
Urbandub
- Filipino alternative rock band from Cebu.
- Known for experimenting in alternative rock, alternative metal, and OPM genres.
- First indie band to have nationwide album releases through a major label.
- Composed of Gabby Alipe, John Dimopol, Lalay, and Janjan.
Bisrock
- Contemporary Visayan Rock Bands from Cebu.
- Sing songs in the Visayan dialect.
Groupies Panciteria
- Filipino band from Tacloban.
- Known for being culture sensitive and singing songs about culture.
South Border
- Filipino R&B band from Davao.
- Specializes in Soul, Neo-Soul, and Pinoy Pop.
- Gained recognition through the Metro Manila Pop Music Festival.
- Composed of Jay Durias, Janno Queyquep, Benjie Mendez, Manuel Tabuñar, Edward, and Vince.
Grace Nono
- Multi-awarded and internationally recognized Filipino singer from Agusan.
- Known for songs in traditional and indigenous styles.
- Known for using traditional instruments and adding a modern pop touch to her music.
- Sings about sacred themes.
Bayang Barrios
- Filipino band from Agusan.
- Writes and sings songs about the environment and world peace.
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Test your knowledge about influential figures in Original Pinoy Music (OPM) including artists like Gary Valenciano, Mike Hanopol, and Apo Hiking Society. This quiz covers notable songs, contributions, and the legacy of these musical icons in the Philippines. Explore the rich heritage of Filipino music through various questions.
