Filipino American Music Website - Poptimes Magazine | 4th of July is for Independent Artists | Glass Rats, Alfa Garcia, Jason Castillo, The Kuwagos, Qwadra, Wallows, Bleud. Taglishtees, United Health care, Manhattan Therapeutic Research Foundation

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4th of July is for Independent Artists

Written by News Desk

Monday, 29 June 2009

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NEW YORK– The Liberty Bell will toll, the Declaration of Independence will be read, and the nation will celebrate its birthday. July 4 is Independence Day, and while the whole country pays tribute to the Stars and Stripes, several Asian-American artists will likewise show the virtue of independence not only of the country but of their music through a special night at one of the most prestigious music venues in Manhattan, Crash Mansion.

The show entitled “Indie Day Music Festival” is a celebration of the new generation of independent artists in the city. It is organized by the premiere Filipino-American online music magazine, Poptimes for the benefit of the Manhattan Therapeutic Research Foundation, a nonprofit organization that aims to improve human lives through extensive medical research and to sponsor the medical treatment of less fortunate citizens who are afflicted by rare diseases. The organization is headed by its Filipino president Jonathan Suarez.
The show is also made possible by Taglish Tees (www.taglishtees.com ) one of the biggest Filipino-American t-shirt designers and maker, and United Health Care (www.unitedstaffingregistry.com ), the leading health care staffing company in New York.

Seven amazing artists will take the grand stage at Crash Mansion beginning at 8:00 PM:

Glass Rats, Alfa Garcia, Jason Castillo, The Kuwagos, Qwadra, Wallows, and Bleud.
These Filipino-American artists have in many ways spearheaded the surge of indie music since they began playing.

Glass Rats- is an acoustic duo that has managedto create a lot of buzz since moving from the West coast.
Formed by Brandon and Melissa, this duo’s music is both clever and infectious – giving their audience the coolness of bare-unplugged instruments that always compliment their impeccable song-writing talents.

Jason Castillo - Only a few Fil-Am artist, if any, can match the soul that’s in Jason Castillo. From his emotional guitar licks to his tender vocals, he has captured what has been elusive to so many groups: Groove. An amazing guitar player and a masterful songwriter, Jason, is actively playing around the New York club circuit and soon scheduled to release his recordings.

Alfa Garcia - Is perhaps the best female singer/songwriter in the scene. She has amassed a big following because of her heartfelt lyrics and engaging music. Her new album, Second Skin, is a collection of beautiful songs that give further credence to her superior musical skills.

The Kuwagos - The Kuwagos are the essence of Filipino-American indie rock. They have pioneered a brand of music that every Filipino Immigrant in America can totally relate to. Their songs like “Tabo,” “Gusto Mo,” “Eh Ano Ngayon,” and “Ikaw Lang” all tell stories very close to a Filipino’s heart. The band is currently recording their second album under soulworks records slated for release this year.

Bleud - Formed in 2005 and quickly became one of the most successful bands in the Filipino-American music scene. Two of their songs were released in Manila: “Hello My Friends, Hello” - released by Alpha Music Philippines as part of the 2005 compilation album, Silver Shiny Jeepney; and their hit single “Bye Bye Na,” which was famously covered by Filipino supergroup Rivermaya for Star Records Philippines. Currently, the band is recording their 2nd full-length album under Soulworks Records.

Qwadra- This Queens, New York quartet is perhaps the hardest rocking Fil-Am band in the scene today. Their music is rich and deep–full of emotional yearnings that never fails to grab their listeners by their throats. Qwadra have released several singles since 2007, most notably “Rosas” and “Magulang,” which established the band as a premiere attraction in Fil-Am music.

Wallows- This band is one of the driving forces of the new generation of bands in the scene. Formed in Queens around two years ago, the band lost no time in breaking in to the club circuit and quickly established themselves as a premiere rock band. Like most of the active bands in the thriving scene, Wallows are also in the studio recording their debut offering.

Tickets for $20 are available at the Crash Mansion door - 199 Bowery, New York, NY.
Show starts at 8:00 PM

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