The local airwaves are being dominated by Western music and Korean pop songs.
Recently Cebuanos have started listening to contemporary Visayan songs that showcase local talents.
This welcome trend has encouraged more Visayan songwriters to come out with more material and make us Visayans feel proud about our musical heritage.
Get your speakers ready as we share the top six finalists (in no particular order) for the Visayan Pop Music Festival 2.0 Grand finals on June 24.
DILI PA PANAHON
Words and Music by Kenneth Corvera
Interpreted by Freon
‘LABYU LANGGA’
Words and Music by Jerika Teoderico
Interpreted by Jerika Teoderico
‘INTERGALACTIC GUGMA’
Words and Music by Keith Dinauto and Kaye Dinauto
Interpreted by Tony Alfonso and Kaye Dinauto
‘HABAK’
Words and Music by Gasser Perez
Interpreted by Bien Lobetos
‘KASIKAS’
Words and Music by Johnever Canlom
Interpreted by Mike Fegi
‘IMONG BAYANI’
Words and Music by Michael Vincent Tuico
Interpreted by Ralph Mallapre