OPM artists gather to launch Tunog Natin: Songs From Home compilation album
By: Leony Garcia
Jim Paredes, Johnoy Danao, Princess Velasco, Anjo Resurreccion of 1:43 band and award-winning composer and arranger Jonathan Ong gather together to launch Tunog Natin, featuring classic Original Pilipino Music (OPM) songs.
The second edition, Tunog Natin: Songs From Home, was released in celebration of Avida Land Corporation’s 25 years of inspiring possibilities, as it pays homage to the nation through music that connects us all.
The album is Avida’s contribution in promoting local music. It features renditions of popular OPMs from Paredes, Bloomfields, Danao, Moira Dela Torre, and Velasco, together with aspiring artists. It also includes Avida’s anniversary soundtrack “Home is Here,” which is an original composition sung by Danao.
Avida’s Marketing Head Tess Tatco said that this project is in line with the company’s ongoing advocacy to “keep the Filipino heritage alive,” and bring back OPM to the public’s consciousness.
“We’re always, you know, a supporter of any Filipino talent may it be in types of cuisine or music.” Tess, who also served as the executive producer of the commemorative album, said during the launch.
OPM stalwart Paredes expressed gratitude for Avida’s continuing support to Filipino music and artists. He said it is time OPM should be put on a higher level.
“Something like when you hear it, it should evoke a feeling or emotion that you’re home or you belong. Or it should transport you back to a familiar comfort. So that wherever you are, when you hear it, you will say sa min yan, sa Pilipinas yan,” he added.
Much like the debut album, Tunog Natin! Songs from Home Volume 2 will again feature the passion and artistry of some of the best local artists of today and well-loved OPM songs with an emotional appeal that can transcend generations. And in line with Avida’s 25th anniversary efforts to promote local talents, all the songs from the Tunog Natin! Vol. 2 album will be made available for listening and free download in local and international music portals like Spotify and iTunes.
Will there be a third edition of the album?
Tess answered, “Definitely, we would like to produce another one that’s why we all need your support and spread the news, as well, that there’s this album and support our own Filipino talents.”
Avida also launched the album during its festive anniversary celebration on October 14, through a free Tunog Natin concert where select local artists performing OPM hits at Avida’s property in 34th St. corner 9th Ave (beside Turf BGC) in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Avida will also put the spotlight on local artists through another public concert in November.
