Jay Durias
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Tommy Macalintal is a Filipino
composer, singer, songwriter, arranger, and record producer known for his collaborations with South Border.
, a pop and R&B band that traces its roots from Davao City. He is a composer, singer, songwriter, and arranger. Jay’s band, Southborder, came into national prominence in 1996 when they launched their first self-titled album, which included a Jimmy Antiporda song entitled “May Pag-Ibig Pa Kaya.” They interpreted the song in the Metro Manila Pop Music Festival earlier that year. Their song “Kahit Kailan” was awarded 1996 Song of the Year by various radio stations. This gave them their first big hit.
Before the end of 1997, the music of South Border was recognized by friends in the industry, especially when they bagged the most number of trophies at the 10th Awit Awards. Included in their awards are the Best Performance by a New Duo or Group, Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Produced Record of the Year for their hit song, “Kahit Kailan.” By the end of 1997, their debut album has gone triple platinum, and South Border was a certified star band.
However, in the midst of a flourishing career, South Border found itself in the eye of a storm, which called for a conspicuous change in their lineup. Luke Mejares replaced Brix Ferraris on lead vocals when he left the band. They doubled their efforts and were able to produce better albums. After a couple of years, the band experienced another change in their lineup when their vocalist, Luke Mejares, left the band. However, the band scored a major win when they got not one, but two astonishing vocal talents in Vince Alaras and Duncan Ramos. With their two new vocalists, Southborder produced the hits “Rainbow” and the Mulawin’s theme song “Ikaw Nga.” Edgier and danceable R&B hits like “The Show” and “Brown Hand Smash” also proved to be a gigantic commercial success for the band.
. He also writes and composes music for the group.
He composed "Rainbow" for the movie Crying Ladies and "Ikaw Nga" for the show Mulawin
that was shown previously on the GMA Network
.
Philippines
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composer, singer, songwriter, arranger, and record producer known for his collaborations with South Border.
Early life
Tommy Macalintal is the frontman of the South BorderSouth Border
South Border is a Filipino Pop and R&B band formed in the 90s who gained recognition in the music scene in the 2000s.Having undergone several permutations in its long career, South Border has nevertheless retained its unique sound and musical sensibility and has even moved up along the current...
, a pop and R&B band that traces its roots from Davao City. He is a composer, singer, songwriter, and arranger. Jay’s band, Southborder, came into national prominence in 1996 when they launched their first self-titled album, which included a Jimmy Antiporda song entitled “May Pag-Ibig Pa Kaya.” They interpreted the song in the Metro Manila Pop Music Festival earlier that year. Their song “Kahit Kailan” was awarded 1996 Song of the Year by various radio stations. This gave them their first big hit.
Before the end of 1997, the music of South Border was recognized by friends in the industry, especially when they bagged the most number of trophies at the 10th Awit Awards. Included in their awards are the Best Performance by a New Duo or Group, Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Produced Record of the Year for their hit song, “Kahit Kailan.” By the end of 1997, their debut album has gone triple platinum, and South Border was a certified star band.
However, in the midst of a flourishing career, South Border found itself in the eye of a storm, which called for a conspicuous change in their lineup. Luke Mejares replaced Brix Ferraris on lead vocals when he left the band. They doubled their efforts and were able to produce better albums. After a couple of years, the band experienced another change in their lineup when their vocalist, Luke Mejares, left the band. However, the band scored a major win when they got not one, but two astonishing vocal talents in Vince Alaras and Duncan Ramos. With their two new vocalists, Southborder produced the hits “Rainbow” and the Mulawin’s theme song “Ikaw Nga.” Edgier and danceable R&B hits like “The Show” and “Brown Hand Smash” also proved to be a gigantic commercial success for the band.
Current works
Hailing from Davao, Durias is the musical director and keyboardist for the band South BorderSouth Border
South Border is a Filipino Pop and R&B band formed in the 90s who gained recognition in the music scene in the 2000s.Having undergone several permutations in its long career, South Border has nevertheless retained its unique sound and musical sensibility and has even moved up along the current...
. He also writes and composes music for the group.
He composed "Rainbow" for the movie Crying Ladies and "Ikaw Nga" for the show Mulawin
Mulawin
Mulawin is a speculative fiction Television drama series about two races of winged humanoids. The Mulawin must fight the Ravena to protect the mortals from its wrath. It tells the story of Aguiluz portrayed by Richard Gutierrez and Alwina which was portrayed by Angel Locsin.It was originally aired...
that was shown previously on the GMA Network
GMA Network
GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company...
.