Here are some photos from the #SabayTayo Pandesal forum! Let's keep supporting our delegates.
So proud of Hidilyn Diaz, for nabbing our first medal in 20 years!
So proud of Hidilyn Diaz, for nabbing our first medal in 20 years!
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Official Press Release
“Sabay Tayo,” written by Yael Yuzon, Karylle, and Frank Magalona, is the official song of the Philippines at the 2016 Summer Olympics to be held from August 5 to 21, 2016. It accompanies the 12 elite athletes representing the country at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It also includes the special participation of UP Tugma from the University of the Philippines College of Music.
"Sabay Tayo" was commissioned by Sports5 through its outsourced agency, Melmac Sports. Karylle, the multi-faceted artist, collaborates with the multi-awarded rock band, Sponge Cola, for the inspiring song. Frank Magalona, the actor/rapper son of the late Francis Magalona, also lends his lyrical prowess while UP Tugma deepens its patriotic elements with their authentic instrumentation. “Sabay Tayo” highlights the Filipinos' fighting spirit and sense of bayanihan, in which one Filipino's achievement of his dream fulfills the entire country's aspirations.
Hundreds of Filipino artists were part of the selection process for the project. Mel Macasaquit, head of Melmac Sports, admits that the collaboration between Sponge Cola, Karylle, and Frank Magalona exceeded expectations. “We’re doing this for the flag,” said Macasaquit, adding, “’Pag inisip mo ang lyrics ni Francis Magalona, I don’t think it can get any more patriotic than that. Napakalaking bagay na nakuha namin si Frank.”
“[Karylle] decided to bring in UP Tugma,” said Sponge Cola lead singer and guitarist, Yael Yuzon, who is also Karylle’s husband. “We wanted to use traditional instruments and really mic them to keep the experience as organic and legit as possible.” This is also the couple’s first musical collaboration.
The Philippines is looking to end a 20-year drought to bring home a medal. The official delegates on whom this challenge falls are: Jasmine Alkhaldi (swimming), Jessie Lacuna (swimming), Ian Lariba (table tennis), Miguel Tabuena (golf), Marestella Sunang (track and field), Charly Suarez (boxing), Eric Cray (track and field), Hidilyn Diaz (weightlifting), Rogen Ladon (boxing), Nestor Colonia (weightlifting), Kirstie Alora (taekwando), Mary Joy Tabal (track and field), and Kodo Nakano (judo).
“Sabay Tayo” is also the official song of the Philippines Men’s National Basketball Team, Gilas Pilipinas. The song will be included in Sponge Cola’s album, “Sinag Tala,” and Karylle’s album, “A Different Playground.”
Listen to “Sabay Tayo” on Spotify.
Official Press Release
“Sabay Tayo,” written by Yael Yuzon, Karylle, and Frank Magalona, is the official song of the Philippines at the 2016 Summer Olympics to be held from August 5 to 21, 2016. It accompanies the 12 elite athletes representing the country at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It also includes the special participation of UP Tugma from the University of the Philippines College of Music.
"Sabay Tayo" was commissioned by Sports5 through its outsourced agency, Melmac Sports. Karylle, the multi-faceted artist, collaborates with the multi-awarded rock band, Sponge Cola, for the inspiring song. Frank Magalona, the actor/rapper son of the late Francis Magalona, also lends his lyrical prowess while UP Tugma deepens its patriotic elements with their authentic instrumentation. “Sabay Tayo” highlights the Filipinos' fighting spirit and sense of bayanihan, in which one Filipino's achievement of his dream fulfills the entire country's aspirations.
Hundreds of Filipino artists were part of the selection process for the project. Mel Macasaquit, head of Melmac Sports, admits that the collaboration between Sponge Cola, Karylle, and Frank Magalona exceeded expectations. “We’re doing this for the flag,” said Macasaquit, adding, “’Pag inisip mo ang lyrics ni Francis Magalona, I don’t think it can get any more patriotic than that. Napakalaking bagay na nakuha namin si Frank.”
“[Karylle] decided to bring in UP Tugma,” said Sponge Cola lead singer and guitarist, Yael Yuzon, who is also Karylle’s husband. “We wanted to use traditional instruments and really mic them to keep the experience as organic and legit as possible.” This is also the couple’s first musical collaboration.
The Philippines is looking to end a 20-year drought to bring home a medal. The official delegates on whom this challenge falls are: Jasmine Alkhaldi (swimming), Jessie Lacuna (swimming), Ian Lariba (table tennis), Miguel Tabuena (golf), Marestella Sunang (track and field), Charly Suarez (boxing), Eric Cray (track and field), Hidilyn Diaz (weightlifting), Rogen Ladon (boxing), Nestor Colonia (weightlifting), Kirstie Alora (taekwando), Mary Joy Tabal (track and field), and Kodo Nakano (judo).
“Sabay Tayo” is also the official song of the Philippines Men’s National Basketball Team, Gilas Pilipinas. The song will be included in Sponge Cola’s album, “Sinag Tala,” and Karylle’s album, “A Different Playground.”
Listen to “Sabay Tayo” on Spotify.
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