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Prior to its formation as a band, the Guico brothers (then known as The Benjamins) were best known for songwriting the single "Tinatangi" (interpreted by [[Bayang Barrios]] and Cooky Chua featuring The Benjamins), which won 2nd runner up and Best Music Video at the [[Philippine Popular Music Festival|PhilPop Music Festival]] in 2016.<ref>{{cite web | last=Policarpio | first=Allan | url=http://entertainment.inquirer.net/198053/itchyworms-di-na-muli-bags-philpop-2016-grand-prize | title=Itchyworms' 'Di Na Muli' bags PhilPop 2016 grand prize | publisher=''[[Philippine Daily Inquirer]]'' | date=July 25, 2016 | accessdate=December 14, 2017}}</ref> The duo released their debut EP in late 2016, and has been expanded into a 9-piece band. They are currently signed to major record label [[Warner Music Group|Warner Music Philippines]].<ref name="debut-ep">{{cite web | url=http://indiemanila.com/benandbenlaunch/ | title=Ben&Ben Successfully Launched Their Self-Titled EP | publisher=Indie Manila | date=January 1, 2017 | accessdate=June 22, 2017}}</ref>
Prior to its formation as a band, the Guico brothers (then known as The Benjamins) were best known for songwriting the single "Tinatangi" (interpreted by [[Bayang Barrios]] and Cooky Chua featuring The Benjamins), which won 2nd runner up and Best Music Video at the [[Philippine Popular Music Festival|PhilPop Music Festival]] in 2016.<ref>{{cite web | last=Policarpio | first=Allan | url=http://entertainment.inquirer.net/198053/itchyworms-di-na-muli-bags-philpop-2016-grand-prize | title=Itchyworms' 'Di Na Muli' bags PhilPop 2016 grand prize | publisher=''[[Philippine Daily Inquirer]]'' | date=July 25, 2016 | accessdate=December 14, 2017}}</ref> The duo released their debut EP in late 2016, and has been expanded into a 9-piece band. They are currently signed to major record label [[Warner Music Group|Warner Music Philippines]].<ref name="debut-ep">{{cite web | url=http://indiemanila.com/benandbenlaunch/ | title=Ben&Ben Successfully Launched Their Self-Titled EP | publisher=Indie Manila | date=January 1, 2017 | accessdate=June 22, 2017}}</ref>


The band released new singles and collaborations throughout 2018, including the song "Susi" for the movie ''[[Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral]]'' <ref>{{Cite news|url=https://entertainment.inquirer.net/282459/story-behind-goyos-theme-song-susi|title=The story behind ‘Goyo’s’ theme song ‘Susi’|last=Policarpio|first=Allan|access-date=2018-09-25|language=en}}</ref> and an upcoming song for the music program Coke Studio Homecoming.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.bandwagon.asia/articles/coke-studio-homecoming-philippines-season-2-december-avenue-moira-ben-and-ben-iv-of-spades-quest-saab-magalona-juan-miguel-severo|title=Coke Studio Homecoming lineup revealed: IV of Spades, QUEST, Ben&Ben, Juan Miguel Severo, and more|date=2018-09-03|work=Coke Studio Homecoming lineup revealed: IV of Spades, QUEST, Ben&amp;Ben, Juan Miguel Severo, and more {{!}} Editorial {{!}} Bandwagon - Live music, bands and concert guide for Singapore, Manila and Jakarta|access-date=2018-09-25|language=en}}</ref>
The band is set to release new singles and collaborations throughout 2018, which leads to the release of their debut album.{{citation needed|date=June 2018}}


==Band members==
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===Singles===
===Singles===
*Bibingka (from Pintig ng Pasko by Stages Sessions, 2016)<ref>{{cite web|url=https://stagessessions.bandcamp.com/track/bibingka-ben-ben|title=Bibingka|publisher=''Stages Sessions''}}</ref>
*Bibingka (from Pintig ng Pasko by Stages Sessions, 2016)<ref>{{cite web|url=https://stagessessions.bandcamp.com/track/bibingka-ben-ben|title=Bibingka|publisher=''Stages Sessions''}}</ref>
*Susi (2016) (soundtrack from ''[[Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral]]'')
*Susi (2016) (soundtrack from ''Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral'')
*Dahilan (2016)
*Dahilan (2016)
*Ride Home (2017)<ref>{{cite web | url=https://itunes.apple.com/ph/album/ride-home-single/1195904125 | title=Ride Home | publisher=''[[iTunes]]'' | accessdate=December 13, 2017}}</ref>
*Ride Home (2017)<ref>{{cite web | url=https://itunes.apple.com/ph/album/ride-home-single/1195904125 | title=Ride Home | publisher=''[[iTunes]]'' | accessdate=December 13, 2017}}</ref>

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Ben&Ben
OriginManila, Philippines
Genres
Years active2015–present
Labels
Members
  • Paolo Guico
  • Miguel Guico
  • Poch Barretto
  • Jam Villanueva
  • Agnes Reoma
  • Pat Lasaten
  • Toni Muñoz
  • Andrew de Pano
  • Keifer Cabugao
Websitewww.facebook.com/BenAndBenMusic/

Ben&Ben is an indie folk/folk pop band in the Philippines. They consist of the brothers Paolo and Miguel Guico on acoustic guitars and vocals, Poch Barretto on electric guitar, Jam Villanueva on drums, Agnes Reoma on bass, Pat Lasaten on keyboards, Toni Muñoz and Andrew de Pano on percussions, and Keifer Cabugao on violin. The band has been known for their popular hits such as "Ride Home", "Leaves", "Maybe the Night", and the critically acclaimed "Kathang Isip".[1]

History

Prior to its formation as a band, the Guico brothers (then known as The Benjamins) were best known for songwriting the single "Tinatangi" (interpreted by Bayang Barrios and Cooky Chua featuring The Benjamins), which won 2nd runner up and Best Music Video at the PhilPop Music Festival in 2016.[2] The duo released their debut EP in late 2016, and has been expanded into a 9-piece band. They are currently signed to major record label Warner Music Philippines.[3]

The band released new singles and collaborations throughout 2018, including the song "Susi" for the movie Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral [4] and an upcoming song for the music program Coke Studio Homecoming.[5]

Band members

  • Miguel Guico - vocals, guitars
  • Paolo Guico - vocals, guitars
  • Poch Barretto - electric guitars
  • Jam Villanueva - drums
  • Agnes Reoma - bass
  • Pat Lasaten - keyboards
  • Toni Muñoz - percussion
  • Andrew de Pano - percussion, backing vocals
  • Keifer Cabugao - violin

Discography

EPs

  • Ben&Ben (2016)[3]

Singles

  • Bibingka (from Pintig ng Pasko by Stages Sessions, 2016)[6]
  • Susi (2016) (soundtrack from Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral)
  • Dahilan (2016)
  • Ride Home (2017)[7]
  • Leaves (2017)[8]
  • Kathang Isip (2017)[9]
  • Branches (2017)
  • Maybe the Night (2017)[10]
  • Strange
  • Sa Panaginip (2018)
  • Sunrise (2018)

Accolades

Year Award Category Notable Works Result
2018 31st Awit Award[11] Best Performance by a Group Recording Artist Maybe the Night Nominated
Best World Music Recording
Best Inspirational Recording Leaves


References

  1. ^ "Mapping out the musical journey of Ben&Ben". Bandwagon.asia. August 31, 2017. Retrieved July 16, 2018.
  2. ^ Policarpio, Allan (July 25, 2016). "Itchyworms' 'Di Na Muli' bags PhilPop 2016 grand prize". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved December 14, 2017. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  3. ^ a b "Ben&Ben Successfully Launched Their Self-Titled EP". Indie Manila. January 1, 2017. Retrieved June 22, 2017.
  4. ^ Policarpio, Allan. "The story behind 'Goyo's' theme song 'Susi'". Retrieved 2018-09-25.
  5. ^ "Coke Studio Homecoming lineup revealed: IV of Spades, QUEST, Ben&Ben, Juan Miguel Severo, and more". Coke Studio Homecoming lineup revealed: IV of Spades, QUEST, Ben&Ben, Juan Miguel Severo, and more | Editorial | Bandwagon - Live music, bands and concert guide for Singapore, Manila and Jakarta. 2018-09-03. Retrieved 2018-09-25.
  6. ^ "Bibingka". Stages Sessions. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  7. ^ "Ride Home". iTunes. Retrieved December 13, 2017. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  8. ^ "Leaves". iTunes. Retrieved December 13, 2017. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  9. ^ "Kathang Isip". iTunes. Retrieved December 13, 2017. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  10. ^ "Maybe the Night". iTunes. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  11. ^ "FULL LIST: Gloc-9 leads nominees for Awit Awards 2018". ABS-CBN News. 2018-05-28.