Greyhoundz (band)
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Greyhoundz is a Filipino
Nu-metal/rap-metal band formed in the late 90's who gained international recognition and is currently based in Manila
, Philippines
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that was based in Manila
.
They later recruited Reg Rubio, who was from another band that also played at Club Dredd. They soon recruited TJ Brillantes.
Unfortunately on the 6th of May 2004, a tragic event happened when original member, Allen Cudal (also one of their guitarists) died from a car accident. Many followers of the band were shocked during the sudden passing of the band member. 2004 Pulp SummerSlam, was the last time that fans were able to watch the band in their complete line up.
But despite the tragic event, as a sign of respect for their late band mate, the group now performs as a 4 piece band rather than hiring a new member.
Videos
" (2002) as one of the Asian Edition Bonus Tracks of the album. The soundtrack also features music from artists such as Alien Ant Farm
, The Strokes
, Macy Gray
and Aerosmith
. Greyhoundz is the only Filipino band included in this release.
Filipino people
The Filipino people or Filipinos are an Austronesian ethnic group native to the islands of the Philippines. There are about 92 million Filipinos in the Philippines, and about 11 million living outside the Philippines ....
Nu-metal/rap-metal band formed in the late 90's who gained international recognition and is currently based in Manila
Manila
Manila is the capital of the Philippines. It is one of the sixteen cities forming Metro Manila.Manila is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay and is bordered by Navotas and Caloocan to the north, Quezon City to the northeast, San Juan and Mandaluyong to the east, Makati on the southeast,...
, Philippines
Philippines
The Philippines , officially known as the Republic of the Philippines , is a country in Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. To its north across the Luzon Strait lies Taiwan. West across the South China Sea sits Vietnam...
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Background
Greyoundz was formed in 1997 by cousins Niño and Audie Avenido who at first just wanting to join a local battle of the bands contest together with other bandmates that includes Allen Cudal. The contest was canceled so they opted to audition at the now defunct Club DREDDClub DREDD
Club Dredd was a nightclub originally located in a small space on Timog Ave, Quezon City, Philippines. It was opened on 8 December 1990. The Timog venue had been a home for another rock venue called Red Rocks that closed down. It was put up by young rock musician Patrick Reidenbach and rock band...
that was based in Manila
Manila
Manila is the capital of the Philippines. It is one of the sixteen cities forming Metro Manila.Manila is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay and is bordered by Navotas and Caloocan to the north, Quezon City to the northeast, San Juan and Mandaluyong to the east, Makati on the southeast,...
.
They later recruited Reg Rubio, who was from another band that also played at Club Dredd. They soon recruited TJ Brillantes.
Unfortunately on the 6th of May 2004, a tragic event happened when original member, Allen Cudal (also one of their guitarists) died from a car accident. Many followers of the band were shocked during the sudden passing of the band member. 2004 Pulp SummerSlam, was the last time that fans were able to watch the band in their complete line up.
But despite the tragic event, as a sign of respect for their late band mate, the group now performs as a 4 piece band rather than hiring a new member.
Behind the name
The name “Greyhoundz” was borrowed from the former band of Audie Avenido’s father.Members
- Reg Rubio - Vocals
- Niño Avenido - Bass guitarBass guitarThe bass guitar is a stringed instrument played primarily with the fingers or thumb , or by using a pick....
- TJ Brillantes - Drums
- Audie Avenido - Guitars
Discography
Albums- 7 Corners of Your Game (1999) – Sony Music Philippines
- Greyhoundz (2001) – Sony Music Philippines
- Apoy (2005) – PolyEast Records Philippines (formerly EMI Music Philippines)
- Execution Style (2009) – MCA Music Inc.
Singles and Videography
Singles- Pigface
- Mr. P.I.G.
- Party at 802
- Taking U High (feat. Jamir Garcia of SlapshockSlapshockSlapshock is a rock band from Manila, Philippines. Formed in 1996 originally as a rap metal act, significantly being compared with Korn. Their recent material were now under the metalcore genre.- Background :...
, Ian Tayao of Cheese (later known as Queso), and Bogoy Espejo of Zooom) - Leech
- Pull
- Even (Asian Edition Soundtrack Album from Spider-Man movie soundtrackSpider-Man (soundtrack)Spider-Man: Original Motion Picture Score, based on the film Spider-Man, was released June 4, 2002. It features a score composed by Danny Elfman, which combines traditional orchestration, ethnic percussion and electronic elements...
) - Your Puppet and Clown
- Karmic (feat. Ian Tayao of Cheese)
- Bonfires and Sandcastles
- Apoy
- Koro (feat. Gloc 9, Otso Toleran of the band Queso, and Francis M.)
- Doble Kara
- Battle Cry (RF Online Theme)
- Shoot To Kill
- Gunner
- Dragon Flies
Videos
- Your Puppet and Clown
- Hole
- Karmic feat. Ian Tayao of Queso
- Apoy
- Koro feat. Gloc 9, Otso Toleran of Queso, and Francis Magalona
- Doble Kara
- Shoot To Kill
Spider-Man Official Soundtrack
Greyhoundz’ song, Even, was included in the official soundtrack of the blockbuster movie “Spider-ManSpider-Man (film)
Spider-Man is a 2002 American superhero film, the first in the Spider-Man film series based on the fictional Marvel Comics character Spider-Man. It was directed by Sam Raimi and written by David Koepp...
" (2002) as one of the Asian Edition Bonus Tracks of the album. The soundtrack also features music from artists such as Alien Ant Farm
Alien Ant Farm
Alien Ant Farm is an American alternative rock band that formed in Riverside, California, in 1995. Their name comes from an idea original guitarist Terry Corso had about aliens and the earth: "I was daydreaming at my dull desk job with my feet up, and I thought to myself, 'Wouldn't it be cool if...
, The Strokes
The Strokes
The Strokes are an American indie rock band formed in 1999 in New York City. Consisting of Julian Casablancas , Nick Valensi , Albert Hammond, Jr. , Nikolai Fraiture and Fabrizio Moretti ....
, Macy Gray
Macy Gray
Macy Gray is a Grammy Award-winning American R&B and soul singer-songwriter, record producer, and actress, famed for her distinctive raspy voice, and a singing style heavily influenced by Billie Holiday and Betty Davis.Gray has released five studio albums, with her fifth studio album, The Sellout,...
and Aerosmith
Aerosmith
Aerosmith is an American rock band, sometimes referred to as "The Bad Boys from Boston" and "America's Greatest Rock and Roll Band". Their style, which is rooted in blues-based hard rock, has come to also incorporate elements of pop, heavy metal, and rhythm and blues, and has inspired many...
. Greyhoundz is the only Filipino band included in this release.