Guji Lorenzana
| Guji Lorenzana | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Gregory Mangindin Lorenzana, Jr. |
| Also known as | GuJi, Goo-G |
| Born | May 11, 1980 |
| Origin | Long Beach, California |
| Genres | Pop, Alternative rock, Pop rock |
| Occupations | Recording Artist, Commercial Model, Host, Radio DJ, Actor, Stage Actor |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2005 - present |
| Labels |
LuKas Music Philippines (2006-2008) Star Records / Quantum Music (2010-2011) |
| Website | http://www.gujilorenzana.com |
Gregory Mangindin Lorenzana, Jr., who is better known as Guji (pronounced "Goo-G") Lorenzana (born May 11, 1980, in Long Beach, California, U.S.), is a commercial model, actor, theater actor, host, radio DJ for Mellow 94.7, writer, and a Filipino alternative rock, pop rock solo artist, nominated for "Best Male Performer" for the "2008 Awit Awards",[1] with his music as the only OPM to have been dubbed as Edgy Pop.[2]
As a talent of ABS-CBN's Star Magic (aka Star Circle) Batch 16, where he was officially launched on ASAP 08 on August 17, 2008[3] Guji is now seen on various ABS-CBN television shows and publications, such as ASAP 09. Guji's first major project with ABS-CBN had him star alongside Kaye Abad is the TV adaptation of popular Tagalog pocketbook, Precious Hearts Romances Presents: The Bud Brothers, where Guji played the role of Rei, loveteam of Pepper (Kaye Abad).[4]
Guji Lorenzana's notable works include releasing 3 indie albums (Five Days More, Guji Lorenzana, and Without Your Love) in the Philippines and abroad, commercial acting in various TV Commercials in the Philippines and abroad, and theater acting in plays both in the Philippines and abroad.
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[edit] Discography
| Title | Release Date | Label | Singles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voizboys - Fusion LP (Guji Lorenzana, JayR Siaboc, Nico Antonio, Tom Rodriguez) | May 2010 | Quantum Music, Distributed by Star Records Philippines | Todo Na, Sinta |
| Without Your Love - LP (Enhanced Compact Disc / AVCD) | December 2007 | LuKas Music Philippines (Independent), Distributed by Synergy Music Corp. Philippines | Tagumpay, Kasalanan Ba? |
| Guji Lorenzana - EP (CD Lite) | October 2006 | Distributed by Ivory Records Philippines | I'll Be Yours Forever*, Dahil Sa Iyo (Because of You)** |
| Not Another Christmas Album 3 (Compilation) | December 2006 | Jam 88.3 Promotional Album | |
| Five Days More (CD Single)*** | November 2005 | Immij Records USA | Five Days More |
*Ogie Alcasid first wrote and released "I'll Be Yours Forever" on his "Better Man" album, yet never became a single
**Keith Martin's popular hit song, Because of You, which was re-made several times by other Filipino artist, was re-made into Tagalog for the first time by Guji (entitled - Dahil Sa Iyo).
***Five Days More was released under the birth name of Guji, Gregory Lorenzana
[edit] Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | I Love Betty La Fea | Himself / Ecomodel | Cameo appearance |
| 2009 | Midnight DJ | Paul | Guest, "Demon Cellphone" episode, TV5 |
| 2009 | Precious Hearts Presents: The Bud Brothers Series | Reynaldo "Rei' Arambulo | |
| 2009 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Storybook | Lauro | |
| 2009 | Your Song Presents: Someone To Love | Troy | |
| 2009 | Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Somewhere In My Heart | Aaron | |
| 2009 | ASAP 09 | himself, Voizboyz member | |
| 2010 | Your Song Presents: My Last Romance | Raul | |
| 2010 | Hair Is Your Moment | Jason Abad | Sunsilk Mini-series |
| 2010 | Magkano Ang Iyong Dangal? | James | |
| 2010 | ASAP XV | himself, Voizboyz member | |
| 2011 | ASAP Rocks | himself, Voizboyz member | |
| 2011 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kwintas | Joseph | |
| 2011 | Imortal | Philemon | |
| 2011 | Your Song Presents: Kim | Jess | |
| 2011 | I Dare You | Himself/Kapamilya Challenger | |
| 2011 | Regal Shocker: Salamin | Raymond | TV5 |
| 2011 | Cityscapes | Co-Host | ANC, Cohost of 11/18/11 Episode |
| 2011 | Wansapanataym: Christmas Caroline | Charles Andrews | |
| 2012 | Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Lumayo Ka Man Sa Akin |
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Paano Na Kaya | Louie | Directed by Ruel Bayani |
| 2010 | Babe, I Love You | Jet | Directed by Mae Cruz |
| 2010 | Till My Heartaches End | John | Directed by Joey Reyes |
| 2011 | Segunda Mano | Directed by Joyce Bernal |
| Year | Music Video | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Kapitan by Paraluman | Kapitan Kleggy | Directed by Enzo Valdez |
| 2011 | Halik by Kamikazee | Directed by Avid Liongoren |
[edit] Theater
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | West Side Story | Snowboy | Stages Productions. Starring Christian Bautista, Karylle |
| 2008 | Believe The Pop Musical Manila | Starring Keith Martin, Rahda, Isabelle Gonzales | |
| 2009 | Believe The Pop Musical Cebu | Starring Keith Martin, Rahda, Isabelle Gonzales | |
| 2009 | Tales Of The Manuvu | Oggasi | Cultural Center of The Philippines, Ballet Philippines. Also starring Robert Sena. |
| 2010 | Legally Blonde The Musical | Warner Huntington III | Atlantis Productions. Also starring Nikki Gil, Nyoy Vollante |
[edit] Award
- On 2011 Aliw Awards for Best Male Live Performer for 19 East (Nominated)
- On 2009 PMPC Star Awards for TV "Best Male-New TV Personality" for Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Bud Brothers (Nominated)
- On 2008 Awit Awards for "Best Male Performance" for Tagumpay featured on his Without Your Love album released under indie label LuKas Music Philippines (Nominated)
[edit] References
All written information not cited are taken from Guji Lorenzana's Official Websites, Blogs, and Mailing List (see external links).
- ^ edarevalo (2008-06-18). "21st Awit Awards: Nominees 2008". News Blog. The Philippines According to Blogs. http://www.pinoyblog.com/music/21st-awit-awards-nominees-2008/. Retrieved 2009-08-01.
- ^ edwin p. sallan (2006-12-20). "Pop with an edge". Life & Leisure. Manila Bulletin online. http://www.mb.com.ph/issues/2006/12/20/I2006122082465.html.[dead link]
- ^ Star Magic Batch 16 launched on ASAP ‘08[dead link]
- ^ Rose Garcia (2009-04-05). "Precious Hearts Romances to be dramatized on television". News Blog. PEP.ph. http://www.pep.ph/guide/3675/Precious-Heart-Romances-to-be-dramatized-on-television. Retrieved April 5, 2009.
Guji Lorenzana's Official Websites and Mailing List are moderated by his management.
