For years now, the yearning to relive romanticism through music has been the battle cry of Pinoys both here and abroad, and it’s been a long wait for our sentimental side to be once again genuinely stirred. It has been an extensive journey, but it is well-worth the anticipation; for the Philippines’ ONE and ONLY legendary, multi-awarded and platinum selling band is back with a new offering! Much preparation and hard work went into the creation of a masterpiece comprised of ALL-ORIGINAL material breathing new life into music and giving a new meaning to OPM. After a hiatus from the recording studio, the country’s legendary music icons are now back with a new lineup, new original songs and a new album – SIDE A is here with their latest offering, ONLY 1 under MCA Music.
Packing various concert arenas to the brim, selling chart-topping & award winning albums, and creating massive hits not only in the country but also across international shores, SIDE A proves that they are still one of the country’s undisputed bands with melodies serving as the sweet salve to their own strongly-held sentiments.
Known for their romantic ballads and up-beat live performances, the group is unyielding in reinventing themselves, working hard to give their very best in both recordings and live concerts. Individually talented, multi-awarded, and renowned for their own sound, the band’s newest album is a showcase of the members’ craftsmanship, with different members doing the lead vocals for the tracks. Comprised of Joey Generoso, Naldy Gonzales, Ernie Severino, and with new members Ned Esguerra and Lee Von Cailao, SIDE A stands as the most durable band in the country today and continues to be an ever-innovative musical force in the industry. Enduring and lasting, Side A is managed by no less than Wyngard Tracy, a well respected figure in the entertainment industry.
SIDE A serves as the voice through which Pinoy romantics could hear themselves. Featuring their latest single “JUST WANNA BE WITH YOU” with one of Side A’s newest members Lee Von Cailao doing the lead vocals, the band’s music will surely captivate you with their original songs and at the same time, that will bring back a lot of fond memories.
Containing 11 all-original and fresh creations, the new album features tracks which represent the Filipino soul such as “ONLY ONE”, “TILA”, “SOMETHING’S MISSING”, “WHERE DO I GO”, “DIE JUST A LITTLE” and more. SIDE A takes people to a trail down memory lane with a new sound, as a result of their new arrangements and the addition of their new band members.
The band is a representation of timeless Pinoy music, maintaining their unwavering success in the industry. Among their plethora of accolades include “Awit Award’s Best Performance by a Duo or a Group”; “Awit Awards’ song of the Year”, “Katha Music Award’s Best Group”, among others. In a sea of artists singing to covers and adaptations, Side A remains steadfast in concocting and creating ORIGINAL music, making them truly legendary Filipino Musical icons.
Side A’s newest offering ONLY ONE is slated for release on October 19, and will be available in all major record bars nationwide. Tracks from the album are available for mobile download via Globe and Smart WAP sites. To download a ringback tone of their latest single “JUST WANNA BE WITH YOU”, key in the code K885 and send to 2332 for Globe Subscribers, or the code WITHU and send to 2728 for Smart Subscribers.
