What is the source of your Filipino pride?
These celebrity artists see the good in the Filipino and the Philippines and want you to see what they see – a country of achievers, of excellent industry leaders; a nation of builders and believers who want a better Philippines.
Good News Pilipinas presents these movers and shakers who are proud to be Filipino and are working on keeping the Filipino Pride Advocacy.
RYAN CAYABYAB
Fondly known as Mr. C, Ryan Cayabyab is a National Artist for Music. The multi-awarded composer has several hit songs to his credit and continues to mentor singers and musicians.
Follow us for more stories about Ryan Cayabyab
JAMIE RIVERA
Jamie Rivera is known as the Inspirational Diva World. The multiple gold and platinum singer is also the voice behind the song, Heal Our Land, and the papal visit theme, We Are All God’s Children.
Follow us for more stories about Jamie Rivera
JED MADELA
Often referred to as “The Voice” Jed Madela is the first Filipino grand champion of the World Championships of the Performing Arts (WCOPA) in Hollywood California. The gold and platinum-album artist plays in sell-out concerts around the world.
Follow us for more stories about Jed Madela
ROBERT SEÑA & ISAY ALVAREZ SEÑA
The power couple of musical theatre. Robert Seña and Isay Alvarez-Seña’s romance during their stint together as lead stars in London’s Miss Saigon led to marriage and coming back to the Philippines.
Follow us for more stories about Robert Sena and Isay Alvarez Sena
MAYSH (MOONSTAR88)
Maysh Baay of Moonstar88 is the beauty and brains, and the voice of Moonstar88. Maysh and the Filipino rock band’s advocacy is to have the youth do their best as part of their contribution to Filipino society.
Follow us for more stories about Maysh and Moonstar88
MYKE SALOMON
Myke Salomon is an actor, musician, and the musical director of original Filipino musicals Ang Huling El Bimbo and Rak of Aegis. DJ Myke is also a beat box musician.
Follow us for more stories about Myke Salomon
REUBEN LAURENTE
Reuben Laurente, the soloist voice of The Company’s certified hit “Pakisabi Na Lang” and many other songs of his former group, is now performing for international audiences as the headliner act but stays in the Philippines when on land. Reuben continues to work with fellow Filipino musicians as a session artist.
Follow us for more stories about Reuben Laurente
JAY DURIAS
Jay Durias is a multi-awarded singer-composer and the frontman of South Border, the R&B group credited for many phenomenal hits such as “Kahit Kailan,” “Ikaw na Nga,” “Rainbow” and many more.
Follow us for more stories about Jay Durias
MITCH VALDES
Mitch Valdes is an icon in the Philippine entertainment industry. The co-founder and Chairman of the Board of Organisasyon ng Pilipinong Mang-aawit (OPM), Mitch is a singer and actress on film, musical theater, and television more recently as Kapitana on “Probinsyano.”
Follow us for more stories about Mitch Valdes
MASS APPEAL
The Mass Appeal Choir is composed of music professionals and enthusiasts who share their God-given gifts with the La Salle Green Hills Community. They sing at the La Salle Greenhills Chapel every 2nd Sunday of the month for the 10am mass service.
Follow us for more stories about Mass Appeal Choir
THE COMPANY
Asia’s vocal harmony group brought Filipino sentiments into their hits such as “Muntik Na Kitang Minahal,” “Now That I Have You,” “Everlasting Love” and many more well-loved songs. The CompanY recently held a concert while showcasing Philippine fabric of T’nalak by the T’boli tribe of Mindanao.
Follow us for more stories about The CompanY
AGOT ISIDRO
Agot Isidro is the vocals behind the sweet girl-next-door sound of popular songs “Everyday,” “Beginning Today,” among others. Dubbed “crush ng bayan” for her refreshing looks and demeanor, Agot is also an actress on film and television, and a social activist.
Follow us for more stories about Agot Isidro
BAYANG BARRIOS
Bayang is the voice of “Bagong Umaga” and the tourism anthem “Lakbayin ang Pilipinas,” among other songs that have touched the heart and soul of Filipinos. Bayang is an award-winning singer songwriter who champions the cause of Philippine indigenous peoples. A lumad from the Manuvu tribe herself, Bayang recently finished her stint on the CCP Tales of the Manuvu musical theatre production.
Follow us for more stories about Bayang Barrios
[td_smart_list_end]
Is your Filipino icon on the list? Leave your comments below for these amazing Pinoy singers working for a better Philippines!
If you have a Filipino Pride story to share or you want us to cover, tag us on social media with #GoodNewsPilipinas
Like, Follow, Subscribe to GoodNewsPilipinas.com Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Good News Pilipinas! TV on YouTube, new story notifications and e-mail newsletters for updates on more Filipino Pride stories.
