Kala (stylized in all caps) is a Filipino band that blends

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music. Its members are Brian Tanchanco, JP Tanchanco, Jade Justine, and Andrew Contreras.

History

KALA's first full-length album came on the music scene in 2005 with their debut album under

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entitled ''Manila High''. The group is most noted for its hit single “Jeepney” and is credited with the resurgence of a distinct and defining genre of Filipino music known as “ Manila sound”. The name “Kala” originates from the original members’ college cake-making venture called the “Kala Cake Project”. Kalaman

In 2008, KALA underwent a self-imposed hiatus following the departures of bassist Lyle Pasco, lead guitarist JP Tanchanco and lead vocalist Mike Grape from the band. In 2011, KALA resurfaced with new members Jade Justine and Voopee Elviña. Following their come back, KALA performed in Jack Daniel's third Philippine tour entitled “Jack Daniel’s On Stage: Scouting Gigs” on November 22, 2013. Lead guitarist Voopee Elviña died on December 4, 2015, after a battle with

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During a summer vacation in Boracay last 2004, some of the old band members had a picture posing in silhouette against the sunset. Various poses were made which represented each of the band members. Brian decided to combine prominent elements of each pose in order to blend it in one unifying image. This became the official logo of KALA. It represents convergence and harmony with the sharing of friendship, talents and passion from each of the band members.

Advocacy

In 2004, KALA started performing for Rock Ed Philippines, a nationwide volunteer group that offers alternative education to underprivileged Filipino youth through art, music, poetry, and the like. In the same year, the band released an EP entitled “RockEdition: For the Benefit of the Filipino Youth” by way of support for the UN's “

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.” In 2011, KALA performed for Rock Ed once again in their “Rock the Riles: Rocking for Education” tour.

Awards and nominations

Band members

Current members

*Brian Tanchanco: lead vocals, keytar, keyboards, synths (2004-2008; 2010–present) *JP Tanchanco: lead guitar (2004-2008; 2015–present) *Jade Justine: bass guitar (2010–present) *Andrew Contreras: drums (2015–present)

Former members

*Voopee Elviña: lead guitar, backup vocals (2010–2015, ''deceased'') *Raymond Daylo: drums, backup vocals (2004-2008; 2010–2015) *Lyle Pasco: bass guitar (2005-2008) *William Gabaldon: bass guitar (2004-2005) *Mike Grape: lead vocals (2004-2008; 2010-2012, ''deceased'')

Discography

''Future Disco'' (2013)

#Touch Me Kiss Me #Ella Villamor #Dr. Strange #Tipar #Imaginary Lucy #Future Disco #Libot #The Race #Pag Ikot #Feel My Love

''Manila High'' (2005)

#Pulis Pangkalawakan #Parapap #Jeepney #Sync of 8 #South Side #Piso Pisong Paraiso #Manila High #Salamin #Bakbakan Na #Tubero #Weather Forecast #Jeepney (Nude Mix)

''RockEdition: For the Benefit of the Filipino Youth'' (2004)

#Pulis Pangkalawakan #Pira Pirasong Paraiso #Southside #Salamin #Bakbakan Na

Collaborations

*'' The Best of Manila Sound: Hopia Mani Popcorn'' (

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, 2006) *''Environmentally Sound: A Select Anthology of Songs Inspired by the Earth'' (

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, 2006) *''Pinoy Soul Movement'' (

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, 2007)

References

External links

*{{Official website, http://www.kalafunk.com Musical groups established in 2004 Manila sound groups Acid jazz ensembles Filipino rock music groups Filipino funk rock musical groups Musical groups from Metro Manila