Greyhoundz
Greyhoundz is a Filipino nu metal/rap metal band formed in the late 1990s which gained international recognition and is currently based in Manila, Philippines.
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Origin | Manila/Bohol, Philippines |
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Years active | 1997–present |
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Website | Greyhoundz |
Members | Reg Rubio Niño Avenido TJ Brillantes Audie Avenido |
Past members | Allen Cudal (deceased) B-Boy Garcia |
Background
Greyhoundz was formed in 1997 by cousins Niño and Audie Avenido who at first just wanted to join a local battle of the bands contest together with other bandmates that included Allen Cudal. The contest was canceled so they opted to audition at the now defunct Club DREDD that was based in Manila.
They later recruited Reg Rubio, who was from another band that also played at Club Dredd and TJ Brillantes came on board shortly after.
On May 6, 2004, Allen Cudal died from a car accident. The 2004 Pulp SummerSlam was the last time the band performed with their complete line up.
Despite the tragic event and as a sign of respect for their late bandmate, the group now performs as a four-piece band instead of hiring a new member.[1]
Behind the name
The name “Greyhoundz” was borrowed from the former band of Audie Avenido's father.
Members
- Reg Rubio - Vocals
- Niño Avenido - Bass guitar
- TJ Brillantes - Drums
- Audie Avenido - Guitars
Former member(s)
- Allen Cudal (deceased) - Guitars
- B-Boy Garcia - turntables
Discography
Year | Title | Singles | Certification | Label |
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1999 | 7 Corners of Your Game | Mr. P.I.G., Party at 802 | Platinum | Sony Music |
2001 | Greyhoundz | Even, Karmic | Platinum | Sony Music |
2005 | Apoy | Apoy, Doble Kara | PolyEast | |
2009 | Execution Style | Gunner, Shoot to Kill | MCA Music |
Singles and videography
Singles
- Pigface
- Mr. P.I.G.
- Party at 802
- Taking U High (featuring Jamir Garcia of Slapshock, Ian Tayao of Cheese (later known as Queso), and Bogoy Espejo of Zooom)
- Leech
- Pull
- Even (Asian Edition Soundtrack Album from Spider-Man movie soundtrack)
- Your Puppet and Clown
- Karmic (featuring Ian Tayao of Cheese)
- Bonfires and Sandcastles
- Apoy
- Koro (featuring Gloc 9, Ocho Toleran of Queso, and Francis M.)
- Doble Kara
- Battle Cry (RF Online Theme)
- Shoot To Kill
- Gunner
- Dragon Flies
- Taya
- Gaba
- Ang Bagong Ako (feat. Loonie & B-Boy Garcia of Queso)
- Krus
Videos
- Your Puppet and Clown
- Hole
- Karmic featuring Ian Tayao of Queso
- Apoy
- Koro featuring Gloc 9, Ocho Toleran of Queso, and Francis M.
- Doble Kara
- Shoot To Kill
- Taya
- Ang Bagong Ako (featuring Loonie & B-Boy Garcia of Queso)
- Krus
Spider-Man official soundtrack
Greyhoundz’ song, "Even", was included in the official soundtrack of the blockbuster movie Spider-Man (2002), as one of the Asian Edition Bonus Tracks of the album. The soundtrack also features music from artists such as Alien Ant Farm, The Strokes, Macy Gray and Aerosmith. Greyhoundz is the only Filipino band included in this release.[2] Also, their song, "Hole", was included in the soundtrack of the original The Ring
Awards and nominations
Year | Award Giving Body | Category | Nominated Work | Results |
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2002 | NU Rock Awards | Bassist of the Year | (for Niño Avenido) | Won |
Artist of The Year | N/A | Nominated | ||
Song of the Year | "Your Puppet and Clown" | Nominated | ||
2005 | NU Rock Awards | Bassist of the Year | (for Niño Avenido) | Won |
Vocalist of the Year | (for Reg Rubio) | Nominated | ||
Guitarist of the Year | (for Audie Avenido) | Nominated | ||
Drummer of the Year | (for TJ Brillantes) | Nominated | ||
Album of the Year | "Apoy" | Nominated | ||
Raxbu of the Year | "Harold Blanza" | Won | ||
2006 | MYX Music Awards | Favorite Collaboration | "Koro" with Francis Magalona and Gloc9 | Nominated[3] |
2008 | NU Rock Awards | Best Live Act | N/A | Nominated[4] |
References
- "WASAK EP 097 GREYHOUNDZ". YouTube. Retrieved 16 November 2020.
- "News: Music, Movies, Artists, Lifestyle". MTV Asia. Archived from the original on 13 April 2009. Retrieved 16 November 2020.
- Baby A. Gil (May 1, 2006). "List of 1st MYX Music Awards nominees". PhilStar. Retrieved September 12, 2020.
- "The 15th NU107 Rock Awards Official List of Nominees". Archived from the original on July 14, 2011. Retrieved January 26, 2009.