PEDICAB is composed of Mike Dizon (drums), Raimund Marasigan (keyboard synths), Jason Caballa (guitar), Diego Mapa (lead vocals), and acclaimed music video director RA Rivera (visuals and multimedia). The band was formed out of each band member’s desire to play catchy danceable punk rock, (humorously referred by the band as “dunk music,” dance-punk).
Their use of vintage analog synthesizers instead of the traditional bass guitar, as well as Diego’s quirky vocal style and eclectic lyrics, has given Pedicab a unique sound, redolent of ‘80s synth-pop with garage rock flavor. While the band’s seasoned lineup may be reason enough to attract curious listeners, Pedicab has managed to build a loyal following with their infectious original tunes and energetic live performances. RA’s visuals give Pedicab’s live shows a distinctive performance-art edge.
Pedicab’s first album, dubbed "Tugish Takish" (the sound of the two-count drumbeat when imitated by human vocals) boasts of impressively slick production, as evidenced by the hook-laden first single “Dizzy Boy”, and arrangements employing a minimal-as-maximal approach, leaving a lot of space to dance to. More impressive is the way the band adds that Pinoy rock flavor as evidenced by the nifty guitar lines and lyrical hooks, please direct your attention to tracks such as “Dito Tayo sa Dilim”, “Ang Kailangan,” “Bukas”, “Konti na Lang” and the under-two-minute finale “Sagot Kita.”
Members::
Daddy Maps (Diego Mapa)
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Vocals, Synths, Additional Guitars, Handclaps, Cowbell From Hell
J. Sonic (Jason Caballa)
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Guitars, Feedback, Actual Solos
Just Tony (R.A. Rivera)
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Kaossilator, Kaoss Pad3, SFX, Art Films
Masterbeat (Mike Dizon)
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Drums, Percs
Sugaraims (Raimund Marasigan)
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Bass Synth, More Cowbell, Backup Vox
Schedule:
March
11
Fri
Giniling Festival Makamundo part 1
Album Launch Freedom Bar, Anonas Road,
Project 3,
Quezon City
February
14
Mon
B-Side, The Collective, 6264 Malugay Street, Makati City
Turbo Goth Morning Swim
Music Video Launch Cafe saGuijo, Makati City
Februar
27
Sat
2010 Nihongo Fiesta San Miguel By The Bay,
SM Mall of Asia,
Pasay City
2009
December
12
Sat
Tik Tok Rok Rock for Climate Action Amphitheatre, Marikina Riverbanks
July
28
Fri
>>Fast Forward>> Cafe saGuijo, San Antonio Village, Makati City
June
20
Sat
Fete dela Musique '09: Music is Language Metrowalk Commercial Complex
Meralco Avenue, Ortigas, Pasig City
March
6
Fri
A*FEST - Manila's First Asian Independent Music Festival! Cafe saGuijo, Makati City
January
15
Thu
9 pm
Gig for Ms. Anabel Bosch
The Ronnies, Bagetsafonik, Analog with Waya Gallardo on vocals, the Late Isabel, Slave Drum, Pedicab, Imago. Robert Alejandro, graphic artist and poet will also be doing portraits. Route 196, Katipunan, Quezon City
2008
December
30
Give a Damn A.Venue Event Hall,
Makati Ave.,
Makati City
Soupstar Entertainment
Vanessa Sotto: +639178960108 / Chiny Ramos: +639178291846
Discography:
Shinji Ilabas Mo Na Ang Helicopter Label: MCA - Universal Records Released: 2008
Tracklist
FX
Simulan Mo Na
Ang Pusa Mo
Deafening Silence
Breaking Away
Good To Go
Put The Pieces Together
Follow Through
Laway
Pa-Taste
Mixed Feelings
Deep Eyes
Recorded by: Shinji Tanaka & Hazel Pascua @ Sound Creation Studio
Mixed & Mastered by: Shinjineer Tanaka @ Sound Creation Studio
Produced by: Pedicab
Additional Production by: Mong Alcaraz & Buddy Zabala
Guest Vocals by: Katwo Puertollano, Myrene Academia, Buddy Zabala & Shinji Tanaka
All Music Written by: Pedicab except \"Good To Go\" & \"Deep Eyes\" by: D. Mapa
All Words by: D. Mapa
Album Layout & Sleeve Design by: Madriaga - Mapa
Photography by: Regina Belmonte
\"Pa-Taste\" is a recording of \"Pa-Experience\" which previously appeared on the musicians against the wto 2005 compilation, rock against the round.
The new album will have a limited run 3D album artwork, with 3D Glasses for the first 2000 buyers.
Tugish Takish Label: Vicor Records Released: 2005
Tracklist
Dizzy Boy
Ang Kailangan
Dito Tayo Sa Dilim
Bleached Streaks
A Stormy Night
Bukas
I Want It Now
Konti Na Lang
Giving And Receiving
Sagot Kita
All songs by Pedicab
All songs published by BAMI
Mastered By Zach
Album Packaging and Design by Inksurge (www.inksurge.com)
Executive Producer: Steven L. Tan
A & R Direction: Alwyn B. Cruz
A & R Coordination: Agnes Roca
