That was the question I had in mind when I got this press release from Orange Magazine TV. And then I saw his pictures:
Then I remembered watching him perform at the Brasilipinas Rio de Manila Event at the Rockwell Tent last March 4th. I have to admit, I could barely understood what he was singing about because of too much noise, but I could see from his performance what he's all for - Peace and Love. I've never seen a performer so passionate about his craft. Seriously. Maybe I haven't seen that many artists perform, or maybe all those I've seen are only into performance for the fame and fortune. But this guy is different. That was the first and only time I've watched him and instantly, I knew what he's about.
Now, who exactly is this guy?
ABOUT JULIEN DROLON
Singer, songwriter, and former International Reporter are all words that can be used to describe Julien Drolon, but they merely scratch the surface. Drolon (born in Nantes, France on the 5th of February 1982) is on a mission to promote peace thru his love for music. He first arrived in the Philippines last 2007 and came back at the end of 2009 and decided to start his musical career.
This French singer with a Pinoy heart describe his music style as feel good music which combines pop, reggae, funk, and rock. He considers Jason Mraz, Bob Marley, Jamiroquai, Donovan Frankenreiter, Patrice and Asa as his musical influences. Drolon performs on stage with his equally-talented Filipino band composed of Girlie Capulso (back up vocals), Enzo Queyquep (lead guitar), Joseph Duenas (bass), Leal Nanca (keyboard) and Joven Palencia (Drums).
Drolon already played in Hong Kong and mainland China, at an Asian music conference, Music Matters Festival, which was held in Hong Kong last May 26-29, 2010. He also performed for the opening of the China Music Industry Park in Shanghai last July, 2010.
Addressing the issue of why he started his career in the Philippines, he responded, “It’s a place that is blessed with amazing musicians that want to collaborate on the making of my album and Filipinos are music lovers”. For his first album, Drolon is working with producers Jack Rufo and Angee Rozul.
Julien Drolon's debut album entitled “JULIEN DROLON… PHIL SO GOOD” is due for mainstream release in May 2011, followed by a series of tour in the Philippines. Check out more updates on Julien Drolon at www.facebook.com/jdrolon, www.myspace.com/juliendrolon and www.twitter.com/juliendrolon12
So, as it turns out, Julien Drolon is one of the many foreigners who have a Filipino heart. And how Filipino is his heart? He wrote a song about our country called Phil So Good. Read the lyrics:
PHIL SO GOOD Lyrics
Paradise islands, white sand beach
Tropical jungles where tribes still live
Land of Rizal and the guitar strings
Gotta find some time to live it here
I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good
People speak tagalog, sometimes taglish
They love to have fun, they know how to live
With a warm welcome, they will make you feel
Like it is your turn to smile and sing
I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good
comma down selectah…
seat back relax uminum ng beer
itaas ang bote isigaw ang cheers
lay back, while listenin smooth jazz and
feel the cold breeze and keep the wheels blazin
cause all we need is a time to relax
ihanda na ang serbeza lets drink some wapak
sige sige dont stop, non stop ang saya
pag-katapos ng lahat libutin luzviminda
tawagan mo na si jo and i will text julien
hatakin na si joven all over again
cause the best thing in life is life and that’s true
huwag hayaan ang saya lagpasan ka nito
take a zip just a trip and take a deep breath
libutin tiaong gubat all by your self
fiyah grill, cold beer, lay back and chill
watch the daet sunsets thats the thrill
sounds cool huh
I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good
Boracay in summer, I went there twice
Wanna feel colder, go to the rice terraces
Palawan is where I took my love
She wanted a romance under the sun
Surf is the best in Siargao
You can also dance up to Malasimbo
And when I need a break from Manila
I got a secret place that I won’t say to ya
I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good
Song Credit:
Julien Drolon: songwriting english part/vocal/production
Leal Nanca: songwriting tagalog part/ rap/ keyboards
Jojo Duenas: Arrangement/ bass
Enzo Queyquep: Guitars
Paolo Santiago: Drums
Girlie Capulso: back up vocals
Recorded at Tracks by Angee Rozul
Mixed and Produced by Angee Rozul
Hear Phil So Good here
Uhm, I kinda hate to say this, but the song reminded me of the DOT slogan dilemma a few months back, and I think this song should be it. Really. PHIL SO GOOD. And they'd also have an instant theme song. A great tourism theme song. Perfect for the summer. I can imagine this song being played on the beaches all over the country.
Catch Orange Magazine TV at www.orangemagazinetv.com
Photo Credits:
Photography by Joser Dumbrique
Photography by Willie Samson
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