Kala (band)

Kala (stylized in all caps) is a Filipino band that blends funk, nu-disco, acid jazz, electronic and rock music. Its members are Brian Tanchanco, JP Tanchanco, Jade Justine, and Andrew Contreras.[1][2]

KALA
from left to right: Voopee Elviña, Brian Tanchanco, Raymond Daylo and Jade Justine from KALA in Bayanihan Republic 2013
Background information
OriginMakati City, Philippines
GenresFunk, nu-disco, Manila sound, acid jazz, electronic, rock
Years active2004–2008, 2010–present
LabelsSony BMG, Believe Digital, flat FIVE Records
Websitekalafunk.com
MembersBrian Tanchanco
JP Tanchanco
Jade Justine
Andrew Contreras
Past membersVoopee Elviña (deceased)
Raymond Daylo
Lyle Pasco
William Gabaldon
Mike Grape

History

KALA's first full-length album came on the music scene in 2005 with their debut album under Sony BMG entitled Manila High. The group is most noted for its hit single “Jeepney” and is credited for resurging a distinct and defining genre of Filipino music known as “Manila sound”.[3] The name “Kala” originates from the original members’ college cake-making venture called the “Kala Cake Project”.

Kalaman

In 2008, KALA underwent a self-imposed hiatus following the departures of bassist Lyle Pasco, lead guitarist JP Tanchanco and lead vocalist Mike Grape from the band.

In 2011, KALA resurfaced with new members Jade Justine and Voopee Elviña.

Following their come back, KALA performed in Jack Daniel's third Philippine tour entitled “Jack Daniel’s On Stage: Scouting Gigs” on November 22, 2013.

Lead guitarist Voopee Elviña died on December 4, 2015 after a battle with nasopharyngeal cancer.[4]

KALAMAN

During a summer vacation in Boracay last 2004, some of the old band members had a picture posing in silhouette against the sunset. Various poses were made which represented each of the band members. Brian decided to combine prominent elements of each pose in order to blend it in one unifying image. This became the official logo of KALA. It represents convergence and harmony with the sharing of friendship, talents and passion from each of the band members.

Advocacy

In 2004, KALA started performing for Rock Ed Philippines, a nationwide volunteer group that offers alternative education to underprivileged Filipino youth through art, music, poetry, and the like. In the same year, the band released an EP entitled “RockEdition: For the Benefit of the Filipino Youth” by way of support for the UN's “Millennium Development Goals” and “Global Call to Action Against Poverty.”

In 2011, KALA performed for Rock Ed once again in their “Rock the Riles: Rocking for Education” tour.

Awards and nominations
YearAward Giving BodyCategoryNominated WorkResults
2006MTV PhilippinesRising Star of the MonthN/AWon
NU Rock AwardsBest New ArtistN/ANominated[5]
200720th Awit AwardsBest Performance by a New Group Recording ArtistN/AWon[6]
Favorite New Group ArtistN/AWon[6]
People’s Choice Favorite Group"Jeepney"Won[6]
People’s Choice Favorite New Group"Manila High"Won[6]
MYX Music AwardsFavorite New ArtistN/AWon[7]
2008GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment AwardsMost Promising Recording GroupN/AWon[8]

Band members

Current members
Playground photo shoot
  • Brian Tanchanco: lead vocals, keytar, keyboards, synths (2004-2008; 2010–present)
  • JP Tanchanco: lead guitar (2004-2008; 2015–present)
  • Jade Justine: bass guitar (2010–present)
  • Andrew Contreras: drums (2015–present)

Former members
  • Voopee Elviña: lead guitar (2010–2015, deceased)
  • Raymond Daylo: drums, backup vocals (2004-2008; 2010–2015)
  • Lyle Pasco: bass guitar (2005-2008)
  • William Gabaldon: bass guitar (2004-2005)
  • Mike Grape: lead vocals (2004-2008; 2010-2012)

Discography

Future Disco (2013)
  1. Touch Me Kiss Me
  2. Ella Villamor
  3. Dr. Strange
  4. Tipar
  5. Imaginary Lucy
  6. Future Disco
  7. Libot
  8. The Race
  9. Pag Ikot
  10. Feel My Love

Manila High (2005)
  1. Pulis Pangkalawakan
  2. Parapap
  3. Jeepney
  4. Sync of 8
  5. South Side
  6. Piso Pisong Paraiso
  7. Manila High
  8. Salamin
  9. Bakbakan Na
  10. Tubero
  11. Weather Forecast
  12. Jeepney (Nude Mix)

RockEdition: For the Benefit of the Filipino Youth (2004)
  1. Pulis Pangkalawakan
  2. Pira Pirasong Paraiso
  3. Southside
  4. Salamin
  5. Bakbakan Na

Collaborations

References
  1. "Kala: Touch Me Kiss Me". ABS-CBN Corporation. 2014. Retrieved March 23, 2014.
  2. "Touch Me, Kiss Me by Kala". Radio Republic. 2013. Retrieved February 25, 2014.
  3. "Kala: Manila sound is back in the groove - INQ7.net". Philippine Daily Inquirer. INQ7 Interactive, Inc. 2006. Archived from the original on February 10, 2010. Retrieved July 5, 2006.
  4. "Kala".
  5. Gil, Baby A. (November 24, 2006). "NU 107 Rock Awards nominees". PhilStar.com. Retrieved November 28, 2018.
  6. "Kamikazee wins five Awit Awards". August 10, 2007. Retrieved July 12, 2009.
  7. Jocelyn Dimaculangan (March 20, 2007). "Sponge Cola wins four trophies in the 2nd MYX Music Awards". Pep.ph. Retrieved September 16, 2020.
  8. "The 38th Box-Office Entertainment Awards (Part 2)". Pep.ph. Retrieved 2014-05-24.
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