Bailan, Makiling, and syalaM are Pinoy World Music Bands who have Pinoy world music “do-it-youself” pieces, inspired by Philippine socio-cultural millieu and situations. Bailan, Makiling, and syalaM are all members of Republika ng Musika (Rnm), a community of Pinoy World Music Bands.
B A I L A N
Bailan means healer and elder/councilor of rural and indigenous communities in the Philippines. As cultural workers and as musicians, Bailan strives to craft musical pieces that heal the listeners’ connection with her/his roots. They consider themselves as a “roots music band”, using cultural elements that are products of their actual life experiences, including integration and community work with indigenous peoples. Throughout the years, Bailan has been involved in different cultural, environmental, and social awareness advocacies and movements that promotes the indigenous peoples’ worldview.
S Y A L A M
syalaM is Malays spelled backwards, the origin of most Asians, particularly Filipinos. The band invokes their listeners to spread “the word” and be a part of a positive cultural, environmental and social change. syalaM provides a broad range of musicality, ranging from reggae to blues, folk dance to tribal ethnic, and jazz to funk. A musical trip that breaks all age, race, and music barriers... it does not discriminate... the way music is meant to be. They’re currently promoting their new album, “Tayo”, which was released under Mah Music Records.
M A K I L I N G ENSEMBLE
In its early days, Makiling fused traditional music with Western classical music with some doses of modern popular music such as rock, pop, and jazz resulting in an engaging but somewhat formal musical style. They now have two albums released independently. The new album "Patintero Sa Ilalim ng Buwan" is a follow-up to their critically acclaimed debut album, Medyo Modern. The new sound stretches the boundaries of world music by incorporating new elements. "The new songs span a greater diversity of styles; it features elements of Maguindanao music, Kalinga, T'boli music, blues-rock, reggae, salsa, ska, Western country music, Indian music, and Spanish flamenco". Makiling Ensemble is currently working on their upcoming 3rd Album.
Galing!!! Good job Jam:) I will be seeing you guys very soon... toxic kaayo... Padayon lang with the gigs and all ha...good luck to all of us! Heads up...more great thing to come;)
