It seems quite remarkable that it has been 15 years since I first posted part 1 of this list. Back then, it was challenging to have to comb through releases to spot the gems that proudly trumpeted our culture and history. Today, with the emergence of P-Pop and new music production technology, the unrivaled dominance of streaming platforms, and, dare I say perhaps a shift in … [Read more...] about Ten Best Original Filipino Music (OPM) Videos Featuring Philippine History and Culture | Part 3 – 2020-2024
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The Rise of Felip and His Bisaya Songs – From P-Pop Idol to Heritage Champion
From Ben Zubiri and Pilita Corales to Kurt Fick and Jacky Chang, the Bisaya tongue has had its fair share of champions in the music industry, as it should. After all, Binisaya is ranked as the second most generally spoken language in Filipino homes. With more and more artists emerging from the south, it isn’t too much to hope that the next stalwart of Bisaya … [Read more...] about The Rise of Felip and His Bisaya Songs – From P-Pop Idol to Heritage Champion
Ten Best Filipino Music Videos (OPM) Featuring Philippine Culture | Part 2 – 2015-2019
I must admit, this list was far more difficult to put together than the first one I compiled five years ago. It’s almost as if we suddenly awoke to an awareness of national identity, resulting in an explosion of Filipino elements even in mainstream music. This should be a good thing really, except now, there are too many videos to pick just ten from. Similar to my previous … [Read more...] about Ten Best Filipino Music Videos (OPM) Featuring Philippine Culture | Part 2 – 2015-2019
Ten Best OPM Music Videos Featuring Philippine Culture | Part 1 – 2010-2014
It’s true. We’re getting better at music videos, so I thought now would be a good time for a list of top ten best OPM music videos. A few requirements were factored in for this compilation. Naturally, there had to be astig, kick-ass elements, but each video also had to prominently feature a PH factor --- some aspect of Philippine history, society or culture. Let’s get things … [Read more...] about Ten Best OPM Music Videos Featuring Philippine Culture | Part 1 – 2010-2014
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