Sound (band)

Sound is an independent, Filipino, Jazz band composed of Dru Ubaldo (drums), Erwin Fajardo (keyboards), Sach Castillo (vocals/guitars), Francis Magat (bass).

History

In 1996, Paolo Lim, Chino Yuson, and Sach Castillo formed the band called "Third Stone", an allusion to a Hendrix grind. Later, the trio collaborated with percussionist David Esteban and keyboardist James Bitanga. Originally, the band intended to be a Reggae outfit, but several compositions later, the group went into a different direction. In 1999, the band met Erwin Fajardo, to become the new keyboardist. Together with Castillo, the two started writing songs. By 2001, the band had enough material for an album, and eventually settled for the name "Sound".

Live shows and albums

Sound's live shows are Manila-themed, influenced by groups ranging from The Beatles, Corduroy, Jamiroquai, Stevie Wonder, and Steely Dan, all flavored with a love for original Filipino music. Sound is a regular at Café Saguijo (Makati), Magnet, Bonifacio High Street (The Fort) and Big Sky Mind (New Manila).

In 2003, the independently released debut "BossaManila" came out in the local market. Three years after, they released their sophomore effort "Blue Monsoon" which was notable for its inclusion of the Apo Hiking Society original "'Di Na Natuto". The track was also released in the "Kami nAPO Muna" tribute album, released the same year.

Discography

Studio albums

Compilation albums

References

• http://sound.ph/
• http://www.clickthecity.com/music/sound/
• http://www.jazzsociety.ph/html/sanctum.html