kampai

Kampai is an alternative rock band writing and performing original Pinoy music. Their sound is a mixture of alternative, blues, OPM, pop, and rock, which tackle varying experiences in their lives.

The band was formed August 2004. Jade Trinidad, who recently left his former band, “Comets Tale”, wanted to form another group. He contacted his high school buddy, Dan de los Santos, and suggested the idea of forming a band that would be composing and performing original music. He mentioned it also to his friend/neighbor, Julius Masibay, who immediately volunteered to play drums. Meanwhile, Dan asked his bandmate and/or college classmate, Alvin Cudal, if he wanted to play guitar for the band. Alvin readily gave his approval, even though at the time, he was struggling from the passing of his late brother, Allen Cudal, guitarist of the rap-metal group, Greyhoundz. Dan and Alvin came from a band called “Fibrous Drupe”. Last to join was Paolo Manlutac, who played bass and was a friend of Alvin’s cousin.

The band started to cover some songs. After a few practices, they decided to work on the original material. This idea worked more for them and suited the character of the band. Three original songs were then set for completion and polishing.

After a few months, Paolo, could not anymore attend practices due to his work schedule. As a result, the band decided to look for another bassist. Fortunately, Oboy Ofreneo was tagged along by Julius to jam with the band in one of their practices. Oboy also plays for the band, “Harsh Flavor”, together with Julius. The result turned out to be favorable for the band as Oboy expressed his eagerness and interest in the band’s songs. With the band complete once more, they decided to record a 3-song CD.

Just recently, Dan unfortunately left the band for personal reasons. However, the band has a new member. She is Abi Casauay playing percussion and doing back up vocals.

Yes. Venues include:

Bahay ng Alumni

UP Fair

Daungan

Mayrics

Local bands Eraserheads, Razorback, Wolfgang, P.O.T., Cheese, Greyhoundz, Sandwich, Rivermaya, Sugarfree, other local bands

Foreign bands Stone Temple Pilots, Incubus, Nirvana, Jimi Hendrix, Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Velvet Revolver, Guns & Roses, Deftones, Hed(pe), At the Drive in, Beatles, Rage Against the Machine, Audioslave, Pantera, Metallica

Band Members :

Jade Trinidad - vocals, guitars

Alvin Cudal - lead guitars

Oboy Ofreneo - bass

Abi Casauay - percussion, back-up vocals

Julius Masibay - drums

We hope you guys appreciate our songs. Feel free to share your comments.

Please add us to your Friendster account: kampai_band@yahoo.com

Also, you can join our mailing list at www.kampai_band@yahoogroups.com

Visit www.kampai.tk

Happy Listening!!!