Vinci Montaner

Francis Vincent "Vinci" R. Montaner (born November 27, 1976) is a Filipino singer best known for his work with the band Parokya ni Edgar where he served as a backup vocalist and one of its founding members.[1] He left Parokya ni Edgar in late 2012 after a near 20-year stint with the band but returned in late 2016.

In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Rosales and the surname or paternal family name is Montaner.
Vinci Montaner
Birth nameFrancis Vincent Rosales Montaner
Also known asMr. Suave
Mang Jose
Peter North
Super Mario
The Backup Extraordinaire
Born (1976-11-27) November 27, 1976
Manila, Philippines
GenresRock, comedy rock, hard rock, alternative rock, funk
Occupation(s)Singer, stage actor
InstrumentsVocals, backup vocals
Years active1993–2012
2016–present
LabelsUniversal Records
Associated actsParokya ni Edgar
Rivermaya
Gloc-9

Early life and career

Montaner was born to Francisco and Mila Montaner and has three siblings nicknamed Chicco, Dikki and Chachi. He finished his lower education levels at the Ateneo de Manila University, and took a college degree course in Public Advertising at the University of the Philippines Manila.

He temporarily left the group in 2005 to finish his education but at the same time was able to contribute to their album Halina sa Parokya and appeared in some of the music videos. He later rejoined the band and appeared on their 2007 album Solid. Montaner is also popularly known by the band's audience as the resident prankster of the group both in music videos and in live performances.

The band's hit song "The Yes Yes Show" is a satirical song about Chito Miranda and Montaner arguing over the lead vocal duties. It eventually became one of the band's chart topping songs in local OPM hit charts. Montaner also performed the lead vocals in PNE's hit song "Picha Pie" (Filipino slang term for Pizza Pie), a parody cover of Gloria Gaynor's "I Will Survive".

He also had occasional gigs with the band Rivermaya after lead singer Jayson Fernandez left in mid-2011.

Departure from Parokya ni Edgar

At around 2AM of October 14, 2012, he announced through Parokya ni Edgar's official Facebook page that he left the band a couple of weeks back for personal reasons. Chito Miranda immediately confirmed Vinci's departure from the band.

Posted in official Parokya ni Edgar Facebook Fanpage:

Hi! Sorry! I have left the band a couple of weeks back for personal reasons. I won't be back, like what happened before. Continue to support the best band in the world. See you around.

Thank you very much for the love for Parokya!

--Vinci

His last gig with the band before leaving was on September 24, 2012 at 70s Bistro. His former bandmates respected his decision as they parted ways in good terms and still remain very good friends. Miranda stated in an official post that Montaner chose to have a new career path and opted to live privately.

Montaner temporarily reunited with Parokya ni Edgar during the band's launching of their 13th album Bente for its cover art and album signings. Montaner was also part of the recording of Gloc-9's 2014 single entitled "Businessman" and is being featured on its music video as well.

Return to Parokya

Montaner appeared on the Parokya's tenth studio album as a featured artist entitled Pogi Years Old, which was released on October 17, 2016.[2] He eventually took part in album launches and later fully rejoined the band. He went in hiatus again in 2019.

Other works

Aside from Parokya ni Edgar, Montaner also owns a school for special children and is said to be one of the primary reasons he left Parokya ni Edgar as he wants to focus in managing the said school.

Personal life

Montaner married a non-celebrity in August 2014. He is a devout Roman Catholic.[3]

Discography

With Parokya ni Edgar

References
  1. Sutton, Michael. "Biography: Parokya Ni Edgar". Allmusic. Retrieved May 27, 2010.
  2. "Sa wakas...lalabas na this month". Facebook. Retrieved September 2, 2016.
  3. #SOUNDTRIPSANDJOYRIDES WITH VINCI MONTANER OF PAROKYA NI EDGAR
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