Oh! Caraga is a band based in the Philippines and originally composed of pioneering Vispop songwriters Kenneth Corvera (lead vocals, guitars), Adam Corvera (back-up vocals, percussion), and Sherwin Fugoso (back-up vocals, guitars).[1]

Oh! Caraga
(right to left); Kenneth Corvera, Adam Corvera, Sherwin Fugoso
(right to left); Kenneth Corvera, Adam Corvera, Sherwin Fugoso
Background information
OriginCaraga, Philippines

History

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Oh! Caraga, is an expression of longing for their beloved homeland, Caraga Region.[2] Formed in February 2017, the band has since been known for their hit songs, Ipanumpa Ko, Way Sukod, Ayaw Nag Hilak, Wa Gyuy Nagdahom, Andam Na Ko, Promis Mobalik Ko and Ulipon.

Ipanumpa Ko was chosen as one of the finalists in the World Category of the International Songwriting Competition (ISC) 2020.[3][4]

References

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  1. ^ "8 Underrated Folk Acts To Listen To — Oh! Caraga, Dwta, And More". billboardphilippines.com. 2024-02-15. Retrieved 2024-06-19.
  2. ^ Aguja, Januar Junior. "How 'fate' brought Oh! Caraga together". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2024-06-19.
  3. ^ Pasajol, Anne (2023-01-25). "Visayan song 'Ipanumpa Ko' gains wider streams with festival remix". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 2024-06-19.
  4. ^ "International Songwriting Competition | The #1 Song Contest for Songwriters". www.songwritingcompetition.com. Retrieved 2024-06-19.
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