greenluntian: JEEPNEY JOYRIDE

Jeepney Joyride

(Ska/Punk/Rock)

Members:

Norman Bernardo - Vocals
Mark Bambico- Drums
Jerwine Dumalag - Keyboard
Jet Gozar - Guitar
Gian Caluag - Bass
Melvin Cabañero- Trumpet
Chris Sison - Tenor Sax
Mike Estrella- Trombone
Diamond Manuel- Trombone

I've been a fan of the band since i first heard "Midnight Special" and I really really love them. I'm a huge fan of ska. I love how they sing and dance. I loved the sound, the look and the energy.

Jeepney Joyride rocked the music scene in 1999 when they won the Redhorse Muziklaban. They continued joining contests like theYamaha Band Alert in 2000, and the Global Battle of the Bands in 2005. Much recognition was given to them by NU 107 when the indie band Jeepney Joyride was nominated for the Best Live Act in 2007 NU Rock Awards.

They received much airtime for playing their songs in NU107 titled Kape, Lihim, and Jeepney Joyride. Inspirations for their songs were acquired from Tom Jones, The Dawn, The Beatles, and Sharon Cuneta according to the band members Norman Bernardo (vocals), Ruel Maderazo (drums), Christian Salunga (guitar),Botchok Almoquera (bass), and Daboy Valerio (percussion).

Themes of their songs ranged from the universal friendship, love and even reform. This alternative band compared their songs to a jeepney anyone rode to this vehicle to bring them to a loud and merry atmosphere ahead of the passengers. The jeepney illustrated all walks of life speaking from their hearts while they cherished every moment another person became a part of their life through the jeepney. Their songs convey the Filipino traits and characteristics based on experiences in real life. All in all, anyone can relate to their piece of music.

Now they are competing for the GBOB (Global Battle of the Bands) Finals: ska-punk band Jeepney Joyride, acoustic rock outfit Roots of Nature, heavy metal rockers Slash N’ Burn and rock and roll group Thy Holy Water, Anhura, Circa, Final Vow, Pancake 80, Penguin and Wilabaliw. The search will continue in Cebu and Davao this August and September.