Converse and music are inseparable. Converse, especially its iconic sneaker the Chuck Taylor All Star, has always been the sneaker of choice for many musicians as it is a badge of self-expression.
Converse Philippines has been very active in supporting and bringing out the best in the local music industry. In line with their continuous support, Converse Philippines created a new campaign called The Converse ‘Get loud’, which is a celebration of music, creativity and the talented Pinoy artist. After their nationwide search from hundreds of performance venues, visiting thousands of band sites and immersing into the alternative music scene, five bands have been chosen from key regions of the country to battle it out for Converser Philippines “Get Loud.“
At the recent launch held at Flair bar in metro walk, the five lucky bands have been presented to the media and had their first show-off. The five bands vying for the chance to be hailed as the first-ever “Get Loud” champ are Even from North Luzon, Brisom from the National Capital Region, Kissbone from South Luzon, Bethany from Visayas and Jad Montenegro from Mindanao.
Even from North Luzon is a Baguio-based band that describes their music as “dark and melancholic.” They take pride for their songs for their “well thought-out lyrics woven into heavy chugs and bass, unisoned into drumlines.” Even performed their original song “Luminary“
Brisom, from NCR Most of Brisom’s songs are based on Brian’s “soul-changing travels and life-changing realizations,” capturing the sound of soulful indie rock with “straightforward clarity” and “lyrics from the heart.” They performed “Waking Lives.”
Representing South Luzon, Beginning with punk rock to emo-screamo genre during their days at Sienna College Taytay, Kissbone now regularly unleashes hardcore and rock metal music. The band performed “Distance and Motion.”
From the Visayas, particularly Cebu, The Quibranza siblings immersed themselves into songwriting in 2008 and began performing soon after Kevin’s addition. The band takes pride in their delivery of alternative rock music that has “a lot of curve balls, intense guitar work, smart lyrics and infectious melodies.” Bethany performed “Keep Moving On.”
Jad Montenegro, from Mindanao, After performing as a solo acoustic act in Davao, Jad felt the need to expand her musical horizons by forming a band with friends. Their song entry for the competition is “The Escapist.” Jad writes songs and get her inspirations thru her experiences.
Starting October 7, supporters of these 5 bands can start voting for them by liking www.facebook./ConversePhilippines and clicking on the “Get Loud” tab. The bands will be recording theirs songs with one of the music industry’s finest producers, Angee Rozul. Fan votes shall comprise 20 percent of the band’s final score. Fans can also increase the band’s chances of winning by uploading a video or photo featuring their favorite Chucks and their favorite band. Each photo or video entry earns the band 2 points per entry. As an added treat, the most creative video and photo also will win limited edition Converse items. Voting and uploading of entries will end on November 4 and 5, respectively.
The “Get Loud” Finals will happen on November 9.The grand prize winner will walk away with P150,000 worth of cash and Converse products. The first and second runner ups and the two finalists will be awarded with P100,000 P60,000 and P40,000 worth of cash and Converse products respectively.
For more info, visit Converse Philippines’ Facebook page at www.facebook./ConversePhilippines.
