Hey Moonshine is a Filipino rock band whose music is a fusion of southern rock, blues rock and rock n’ roll. Their lyrics often deal with socially relevant issues like armed conflict and environmental degradation.
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| Background information | |
| Genres | Southern rock, rock and roll, blues rock |
| Years active | 2016-present |
| Labels | Viva Records |
| Members | Gian Sison - Vocals / Harmonicas Angela Rivera - Backup Vocals Athena Mae - Backup Vocals / Guitars Bryan Gatmaitan - Guitars Aris Sison - Guitars Ton Gregorio - Guitars Carlo Ybanez - Bass Guitars Shaun Hilario - Drums |
Career
editFormation and early career
editHey Moonshine was formed in 2016.[1] Guitarist Bryan Gatmaitan and vocalist Gian Sison met through a common friend. They started out as a five-piece band with Carlo Ybanez on bass, Ton Gregorio on guitars and Shaun Hilario on drums.[2] Their first performance was at the "Concert at the Park" in Rizal Park, Manila.[3] After a visit to the United States by Gatmaitan, Aris Sison was added to the band as a guitarist. The band then decided to expound on their southern, soulful sound by including two female back-up vocalists Angela Rivera and later on, Athena Mae.[2] Early in their career, they played in different local bars and several events such as the Fete De La Musique.[4]
Signing with Viva Records
editIn September 2019, Hey Moonshine was signed under Viva Records.[5] The band digitally released three of their songs under this label: We’ll Break This War, Do Voodoo and Peace Sign.[6]
We'll Break This War
editAfter their signing with Viva Records, Hey Moonshine recorded a new version of We'll Break This War, which was launched in Alchemy Bistro Bar in Poblacion, Makati in October 2019.[7] In February 2020, the band released a music video for the song We’ll Break This War,[8] which was directed by award-winning Director Arvin Belarmino and featured veteran actors Raul Morit and Erlinda Villalobos along with up-and-coming actors Coleen Perez and Bodson Lefoi Reyes.[9] The music video was launched at El Chante Manila in Poblacion, Makati in Metro Manila, Philippines.[10]
Song releases in 2020
editAside from We'll Break This War, Hey Moonshine released six other singles in 2020: Ilang Beses,[11] Astig Ka Dude,[12] Wicked Man,[13] Peace Riot, Mercy[14] and Ilang Beses (feat. Sheryn Regis)[15]
Simulan Mo Na
editAfter a short hiatus owing to the Pandemic, Hey Moonshine launched their new song "Simulan Mo Na" as a call to action against corruption and dishonesty [1] Hosted by Gina Donato of Iskoolmates, the launch was attended by music legends Dong Abay Music Organization (D.A.M.O.) and Color It Red as well as Rock Icon Piranha Philippines, blues band Bita and the Botflies, and Nica Del Rosario who shared their music. Also in attendance were Teddy Baguilat and Atty. Luke Espiritu
Members
editThe band is composed of professionals by day.[16] Bass Player Carlo Ybanez is a trial lawyer.[17] Backup vocalist Angela Rivera is a medical doctor.[18] Vocalist and Harmonica Player Gian Sison is a Chef.[19] Founder, songwriter and lead guitarist Bryan Gatmaitan is an engineer and so too is guitarist Aris Sison although both are no longer practicing and had chosen to concentrate on music.[19] Backup vocalist and guitarist Athena Mae is a journalist, drummer Shaun Hilario is a teacher while guitarist Ton Gregorio is a web designer.[20]
Some of the members are also veterans in the music scene. Bryan Gatmaitan played for Cynthia Alexander and Shaun was the drummer of Karl Roy.[19]
Other milestones
editWicked Man Brew
editIn June 2020, Manila based beer-maker Boondocks Brewery released a beer inspired by one of Hey Moonshine's songs, Wicked Man.[21] Wicked Man is made with locally sourced dalandan and further crafted with modified malts and hops from Kent, England.[22] Beer enthusiasts who reviewed the beer stated that it has a "slight banana aroma, low to medium bitterness with a hint of citrus"; and "upfront citrus aroma, nice color, good head, malty feel and dry finish".[23]
Collaboration with Sheryn Regis
editIn 2021, Hey Moonshine collaborated with Sheryn Regis, the Crystal Voice of Asia and released a song entitled Ilang Beses.[24] This song is a remake of Hey Moonshine's single Ilang Beses which they released early 2020 where the band reminded listeners that it doesn't matter how many times you fall, but the number of times you rise above.[25]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Local Band Hey Moonshine Goes Back to Old-School Rock". All Out Manila.
- ^ "Southern Rock Band Hey Moonshine Will Radiate New Light With Viva Records Deal". Pikapika. September 24, 2019.
- ^ "Fete De La Musique Philippines Returns For Its 23rd Year With French Disco-Rock Duo Encore!". Bandwagon. May 25, 2017.
- ^ "Viva Signs Up Southern Rock Band Hey Moonshine". Business Mirror. September 22, 2019.
- ^ "Hey Moonshine EP". Viva Records.
- ^ "Hey Moonshine Launches We'll Break This War Under Viva Records". Viva Vicor. November 15, 2019.
- ^ "We'll Break This War - Music Video Launch". JLE Music. February 4, 2020.
- ^ "Hey Moonshine's We'll Break This War". Inquirer Pop. February 4, 2020.
- ^ "We'll Break This War Music Video Launch - A Full Moon for Hey Moonshine". Pulp.
- ^ "New Music - Listen". Bandwagon. March 6, 2020.
- ^ "Hey Moonshine releases New Single, Astig Ka Dude". Business Mirror. July 14, 2020.
- ^ "Hey Moonshine Releases A New Song About Mother Nature". Inquirer Pop. April 6, 2020.
- ^ "Listen To Parasouls, Hey Moonshine and More". Uduo.
- ^ "Newest Single Of Hey Moonshine Out Now". The Rock Star Lawyer.
- ^ "Hey Moonshine's, 'We'll Break this War' Music Video Launch". Inquirer Pop.
- ^ "Hey Moonshine Reveals The Cautionary Tale Of The 'Wicked Man'". Business Mirror.
- ^ "Hey Moonshine Reveals The Cautionary Tale Of The 'Wicked Man'". Business Mirror.
- ^ a b c "Hey Moonshine breaks the war". Philstar Global.
- ^ "Listen to Parasouls, Hey Moonshine and more!". uDOu.
- ^ "The Virtues of Wicked Man Brew". Manileno.
- ^ "WICKED MAN BREW | Packaging Design, Illustration". Behance.
- ^ "Wicked Man Ale". Untappd.
- ^ "Hey Moonshine "Ilang Beses" with Sheryn Regis". Bandstand PH.
- ^ "Kat Agarrado, Sam Concepcion, Giniling Festival, Calein and more release new music - listen". Bandwagon.