Top Junk is a dance-punk indie rock band from the Philippines. Band members are Izel Sarangelo (vocals, synth), Coy Placido (guitar, bass, keys, synth), and Dennis Leung (drums). Coy (from the band sessiOnroad) and Izel (a.k.a. Tuesday Vargas) are the group's chief composers.
Top Junk | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Quezon City, NCR, Philippines |
| Genres | Pinoy rock, alternative rock |
| Years active | 2005–present |
| Labels | D Chord Records |
| Members | Marizel Sarangelo-Placido a.k.a. Tuesday Vargas Coy Placido Dennis Leung |
| Past members | Tim Panganiban (2005) |
| Website | |
Formed in 2005, the band's upbeat musical style combines elements of punk rock, disco, pop music, new wave music and funk music. Their songs mostly emphasize on straightforward everyday musings.[1] The band chose a name that reflects the constant contradictions of life in general, from simple concerns to philosophical musings. The group uploaded their demos through various websites and made their initial music available at no cost.
In December 2009, Top Junk released their self-titled album under Indie label[2] D Chord Records, and released a zombie-themed video.[3]
In September 2014 Top Junk released an EP titled RETOX,[4][5] with the carrier "Significant Other."[6] Top Junk is included in the P Fest UK Line Up[7] headlined by Sandwich (band), Pedicab (band), Yano, Squid 9 & more which showcases Pilipino distinguished musical artists.
Discography
editTop Junk (2009)
Retox (2014)
References
edit- ^ Sollorano, Vic "Surrendering To The Punk Rhythm Of Top Junk", GMA Network, Manila, 5 July 2010. Retrieved on 12 September 2014.
- ^ GMA "Tuesday's Top Junk", GMA Network, Manila, 23 May 2008. Retrieved on 12 September 2014.
- ^ Valera, Miro "Creepy OPM Music Videos", Myx, Manila, 2012. Retrieved on 12 September 2014.
- ^ Mr. Fu "Tuesday & Coy To Release Retox", Manila Bulletin, Manila, 3 September 2014. Retrieved on 12 September 2014.
- ^ Jason Caballa "Top Junk: Retox", Pinoytuner, Manila, 4 November 2014. Retrieved on 4 November 2014.
- ^ Vandals On The Wall [1], Manila, 1 September 2014. Retrieved on 1 October 2015.
- ^ "Finest Workers UK", UK, 2014. Retrieved on 12 September 2014.