''Sponge Cola'' is the self-titled third

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Sponge Cola Sponge Cola (sometimes spelled Spongecola) is a Filipino rock band formed in 2002. The band is composed of Yael Yuzon on vocals and guitars, Gosh Dilay on bass, Armo Armovit on guitars and drummer Tedmark Cruz. One of the most popular rock ...

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, Sponge Cola is already out in all major record bars. This was the last album to feature original drummer Chris Cantada who left the band following the release of the album due to a health problem. "Puso" is the first

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from the album and is frequently heard after games during the UAAP Broadcast on Studio 23 as it was selected as the theme song for season 71. Their 2nd single "Di Na Mababawi", marked the band's departure from the standard full band rock formula, opting for simpler instrumentation. They then released the repackaged version of this album along with the 3rd single Ayt. The new version of the song featured Gary Valenciano on vocals and synths. This is essentially the band's first dance song. Sponge Cola then released their 4th single Wala Kang Katulad and then released their 5th single Makapiling Ka. On 2009, a repackaged album of their 3rd album was released with a 2nd disc with 4 new and updated songs.

Track listing

Repackaged Album

Credits

Sponge Cola *Yael Yuzon - vocals, rhythm guitar *Gosh Dilay - bass guitar *Erwin Armovit - lead guitar *Chris Cantada - drums, backup vocals

In popular culture

* "Puso" was used as boxer

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's entrance music during her semifinals and finals bouts at the

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References

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