Indie Showcase: Halik ni Gringo

Halik ni Gringo is composed of (from left) Joaquin Acosta, Edu Ibazeta, Bid Pambid, Joey Santos, Joaqui Laurel, Rio Vargas. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO/Joey Santos

It is high time the spotlight be focused also on our indie bands and acts. They form a deep well of diverse and amazing talents in the local scene. I will be showcasing once in a while an indie band or act that to my mind deserves a look and more attention. So below, let’s get to know Halik ni Gringo:

What is the origin of your band? Please give a brief history on how you came together to form your band.

JOEY SANTOS: We started out as grade school classmates. Today, we’re members of several footy clubs and we regularly schedule weekly scrums.

What are the band’s musical influences?

JOEY SANTOS: Smashing Pumpkins, Beastie Boys, Klaxons, The Prodigy.

Can you describe your style of music to the unfamiliar?

JOEY SANTOS: Music for group m********** and roman baths.

What do you think of the current local scene?

JOEY SANTOS: It’s very nice and friendly, especially when we have trade fairs and bake offs that result in our annual Peach Melba Cobbler winning first place.

Any upcoming gigs you would like to promote?

JOEY SANTOS: March 32, 2014 at KAFE, Katipunan, April 31 at Player’s Bar, March 23 at Sorsogon, Sorsogon.