|
Hale's new songs goes acoustic!From the works of the legendary singer- song writer, Rey Valera, inspired Hale to launch their latest album, "Kundiman." Champ, lead singer and song writer, said that Valer was their first choice from among OPM icons in picking a template for the Filipiniana sound he wanted for Kundiman. Kundiman is a concept album reminiscent of those churned out by recording artists during Valera’s time. The album, with eight songs, follows the singles-driven thrust of albums recorded in the 70s when producers would urge artists to save single materials they may have written for succeeding albums. The album packaging harkens back to turn of the century Philippines. The liner notes are worded in old Filipino. According to a Hale press release, the concept of Kundiman flows from the band's cultural observation of our mother country, and one expressing the state of mind of our society in a human context and not political. Among its songs are: Bahay Kubo (the promotional song), Kalesa (mulled as follow-up single), Aso't Pusa, Ulap, Magkaibang Mundo, Bulalakaw, Yakap and Harinawa. Kundiman will be officially launched on Aug. 14, 6 p.m. at Sky Dome SM North EDSA. Lucky buyers of the CD at the venue will get free Hale posters and personalized Hale guitar picks. The album is supported by Pony, Penshoppe, Sky Dome SM City North EDSA, and radio partners Jam 88.3, Magic 89.9, Mellow 94.7, 99..5 RT, 102.7 Star FM, 97.1 Barangay LS, 103.5, Max FM and NU 107. [via] |
