Ely Buendia

More than the usual string of superlatives, Ely Buendia is a storyteller. Not just someone with above-average verbiage, or a propensity to weave hastily rhymed couplets. But the genuine article.

And whether it’s with the massively popular Eraserheads, or with any of his latter-era pursuits (the genre-bending rock outfit Pupil, rockabilly meisters Oktaves, or the soul/funk collective Apartel), listeners are assured of both pop smarts and an indefatigable sense of invention.

Buendia’s canon is a ride to be relished. From landmark Eheads classics (“Alapaap,” “Magasin,” “Ang Huling El Bimbo”) to smashers by Pupil in the mid-aughts (“Nasaan Ka??,” “Disconnection Notice,” “TNT,”), the tunes serve as balm to the weary soul.

But the lesser-known items is where we are given a picture of Buendia’s creative breadth: the one-off release Wanted Bedspacer; In Love & War (made with rap legend Francis Magalona); collabs with the Itchyworms (“Pariwara,” “Lutang”); and, more recently with indie rockers Cheats (“Plunder My Heart”).

Buendia is also committed to guiding a new generation of artists in the OPM scene. As co-founder and CEO of Offshore Music Philippines, he has shaped the future of Filipino music.

Now has released 2 new singles, "Bulaklak sa Buwan" and "Tagpi-Tagping Piraso" from the new album “Method Adaptor” under OM, Buendia offers a glimpse of his currency as a songwriter and musician. Music that is sure to inspire new and old fans alike.