Kamikazee

This article is about the band. For their debut album, see Kamikazee (album).

Not to be confused with Kamikaze.

Kamikazee
from left to right: Contreras, Burdeos, Linao, Tuyay and Astete
Background information
Origin	Quezon City, Philippines
Genres	Alternative rock pinoy rock pop punk hard rock hardcore punk
Years active	2000–2015 2017–present
Labels	Universal (Philippines) Tower of Doom
Associated acts	Parokya ni Edgar Hilera Typecast Concrete Sam Talata Gloc-9 Kyla Chicosci Eraserheads Raimund Marasigan Queso Wilabaliw Greyhoundz
Members	Jay Contreras Jomal Linao Led Tuyay Puto Astete Bords Burdeos Jian Lubiano Mikki Jill

Kamikazee is a Filipino rock band formed in 2000. The band, originally known all throughout its career as a quintet, is currently composed of Jay Contreras (lead vocals), Jomal Linao (guitar and vocals), Led Tuyay (guitar), Puto Astete (bass), Bords Burdeos (drums), Jian Lubiano (guitar), and Mikki Jill (keyboards & vocals).

Fans and critics have described the band's music as a mix of pop punk and hardcore punk.

In August 2015, the band had temporarily reunited after a brief hiatus announced earlier in January 2015. By the beginning of 2016, the band officially entered an indefinite hiatus. They played their farewell concert on December 10, 2015, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Around 2017, the band had a reunion gig and has been touring since.

History

Formation and early years

The band is composed of five members who met at the College of Fine Arts of the University of the Philippines, Diliman. Kamikazee's early gigs were mostly on-campus events in UP Diliman like the annual UP Fair. Before they were signed to a major label, they went by the name "Kamikazee Cornflakes", eventually shortening the name to "Kamikazee". Their early shows included performances of the songs "Mmm Sarap", "Tsinelas", a cover of singer Ariel Rivera's "Sana Kahit Minsan", and Britney Spears' Lucky.

Their live performances have since been known for using expletives, sexually suggestive dances, and references to genitalia. Despite such antics, their music incorporates many elements of modern rock music, such as pop-punk, grunge and NU-metal, on some of their songs. Band drummer Bords Burdeos was also recognized for his drumwork, which according to fans and critics, added extra flair to the band's songs.

Kamikazee released their first studio album in 2002. The album's carrier single was a heavy cover version of Britney Spears' "Lucky". Other notable songs include "Girlfriend", "Ung Tagalog", "Tsinelas" and their cover of Ariel Rivera's "Sana Kahit Minsan". In 2005, the band released "Chiksilog" as part of the Ragnarok MMORPG compilation album Rok On!.

Maharot and mainstream success

In 2006, they released their second album, "Maharot". The carrier single of the album was "Narda", which is about the fictional Filipina super hero Darna. "Narda" was a popular hit in 2006, and gained constant radio airplay in the same year, eventually becoming the band's signature song. The song was inspired by GMA Network's 2005 primetime show Darna which starred Angel Locsin. Later in 2009, it was used for GMA Network's primetime show Darna with Marian Rivera playing the title role. The band also borrowed from other genres of music in composing their songs for the album, as evidenced by the metal-inspired sound of the tracks "Sobrang Init" and "KKK", the pop-punk styling of the songs "Director's Cut" and "Martyr Nyebera" (spoof or pun name of balladeer Martin Nievera) and the reggae-sounding feel of "Petix". Maharot was recognized for its sound, and further propelled the band to mainstream success.

The band maintains close ties with another popular Filipino band, Parokya ni Edgar (PNE). PNE frontman Chito Miranda met the band members in college. In concert events with both bands on the bill, one band's singer would occasionally jam with the other band. During Parokya ni Edgar's live sessions, Contreras frequently joined Miranda in performing songs such as "Okatokat", "Chikinini" and "The Yes Yes Show." In 2005, Contreras provided back-up vocals for PNE's hit song "The Order Taker" while co-member Linao provided lead guitar. In turn, Kaye Abad, Miranda's then-girlfriend, provided back-up vocals for Kamikazee's song "Martyr Nyebera". Contreras later married Kaye Abad's sister, Sarah, on February 12, 2009, at Paco Park.

In December 2008 when Kamikazee was set to perform at the Dubai Festival City in Dubai, United Arab Emirates as part of an international tour, guitarist Led Tuyay was arrested at the airport upon their arrival after a cannabis residue was found in his luggage. Tuyay was detained and deported back to Manila in January 2009.

Long Time Noisy and Romantico

Kamikazee's 3rd Album "Long Time Noisy" took the band three years to put together as the band balanced out their tough schedules. The album was recorded at Tower of Doom Studios with producer Eric Perlas. "Unang Tikim," one of the album's singles, was used in the TV Ad of RC Cola in 2011. The album's writing style and music retained elements from their previous work, mainly in song structure and subject matter such as everyday life, drug use, and personal experiences.

Kamikazee's fourth & recent album, "Romantico" was released after being in production for 3 years. The album contained the singles "Halik" & "Huling Sayaw" with RNB singer Kyla on guest vocals. "Romantico" was well-received, despite minor criticism from some fans regarding the change of musical style in the album.

15th anniversary and indefinite hiatus

The band announced on January 25, 2015, that they would disband at the end of the year to pursue individual interests, although clarified that it was not a break up but merely a hiatus on band activities. The band told fans that they would surely see the band again in the future.

In August 2015 after a brief hiatus, the band performed a series of live performances dubbed as "Kamikazee XV" which marks their 15th anniversary in the OPM industry. Kamikazee held their last gig at the 12 Monkeys Music Hall & Pub in Makati as part of the "Kamikazee XV" concert series entitled Kamikazee Huling Sayaw (translated to Kamikazee The Last Dance) with Parokya ni Edgar's Chito Miranda as special guest. The band announced that they will formally enter into hiatus starting 2016. Their Huling Sayaw farewell concert was held at Smart Araneta Coliseum on December 10 which features other local bands and most notably singer Kyla.

Reunion and Tagpuan Tour (2017-present)

On 20 August 2017, The band announced on their Facebook page about their planned comeback through their statement: "Matagal na panahon. Magkikita muli...bagong kanta" meaning "Long time. We'll see each other again ... new song" and later set the date of release to be on December 9, 2017.

On November 11 Kamikazee announced a 2018 Tagpuan Tour inside and outside the Philippines via Facebook video. Cities/Countries included are Bulacan, Cavite, Baguio, Iloilo, Ilocos, Cebu, Lucena, Bicol, Laguna, Davao, Manila, Dubai, Singapore, U.S.A, and Canada. According to the band's teaser posters, the Tagpuan tour is set to kick off on December 9, 2017.

First confirmed date is March 16, 2018 - TagFest in Dubai. Kamikazee will play alongside 6cyclemind, Moonstar88 and Teeth

Since 9 December 2017 Kamikazee have release two singles from their upcoming 2019 album.. "Agimat" and "Leon".

In 2018, Kamikazee took part in a reunion tour around the Philippines, USA and Canada finally announcing on 4 January 2019 that they will tour again with Greyhoundz and Queso to USA, Canada and Philippines cities such as Iloilo, Manila, Cavite and Cebu.

Expanding as an ensemble, the group became a 7-piece band Starting in 2020, adding Jian Lubiano of Catfight on guitar and Mikki Jill of FIONA on keyboards & vocals.

Members

• Ferdinand Jay Contreras – lead vocals (since 2000-present)
• Jose Ma. Luis "Jomal" Linao – lead guitar, vocals (since 2000-present)
• Led Zeppelin Tuyay – rhythm and lead guitar, backing vocals (since 2000-present)
• Jason "Puto" Astete – bass guitar (since 2000-present)
• Allan "Bords" Burdeos – drums, percussion (since 2000-present)
• Jianelli James "Jian" Lubiano – rhythm and lead guitar (since 2020-present, touring 2019-2020)
• Mikki Jill – keyboards, vocals (since 2020-present)

Touring members

• Ariel Lumanlan – rhythm and lead guitar, bass guitar (since 2013-present)
• Mark "Macoy" Estacio – drums (since 2019-present)
• Sep Roño (of Typecast) – drums (since 2022-present)

Discography

Studio albums

Year	Album
2002	Kamikazee
2006	Maharot
2009	Long Time Noisy
2012	Romantico
2019	Alab

Compilation album

Year	Album
2015	Their Greatest Hits

Collaboration albums

• Supersize Rock (Warner Music Philippines, 2004)
• Kami nAPO muna (Universal Records, 2006)
• The Biggest OPM Hits Of The Year SUPER (Universal Records, 2006)
• Rok On (Viva Records, 2005)
• Pinoy Ako 2 (Star Music, 2005)
• Palabas: The Best Of OPM TV & Movie Themes (Universal Records, 2006)
• Kami nAPO muna ulit (Universal Records, 2007)
• Another Biggest OPM Hits Of The Year SUPER 2 (Universal Records, 2007)
• Astig...The Biggest Band Hits (Universal Records, 2008)
• Super Astig Hits (Universal Records, 2016)

Singles

• From The Album Kamikazee (2002)
  • "Ung Tagalog"
  • "Tsinelas"
  • "Girlfriend"
  • "Lucky" (cover from Britney Spears)
  • "Sana Kahit Minsan" (cover from Ariel Rivera)
• From The Album Maharot (2006)
  • '"Chiksilog"
  • "Ambisyoso"
  • "Narda"
  • "Martyr Nyebera"
  • "Seksi Seksi"
  • "Director's Cut"
  • "Doo Bidoo" (cover from "APO Hiking Society, 2007)
• From The Album Long Time Noisy (2009)
  • "Wala"
  • "Hanggang Tingin"
  • "Unang Tikim"
  • "Alay"
  • "Meron Akong Ano" (cover from the late Francis M, also features Biboy Garcia of Queso, Chito Miranda of Parokya ni Edgar, Reg Rubio of Greyhoundz and Ian Tayao of Queso/Wilabaliw)
• From The Album Romantico (2012)
  • "Halik"
  • "Tagpuan"
  • "Huling Sayaw" (feat. Kyla)
  • "Wo-Oh"
  • "Tamis"
  • "Kislap"

Other singles

• Originally Taken From Brother Band, Parokya Ni Edgar's album, "Halina Sa Parokya" (2005)
  • The Ordertaker (Feat. Parokya Ni Edgar)
• Theme song for First Day High film and Rexona commercial
  • "First Day High"
• From The Album Kami nAPO Muna (2006)
  • "Doo Bidoo" – No. 1 Philippines
• Theme Song for ABS-CBN's Komiks
  • "Komiks"

Other media

Commercial endorsements

• Rexona
• Teazz Ice Tea
• Smart Buddy Me Na Me
• Tanduay Rhum
• Coca-Cola
• RC Cola

Awards and nominations

Year	Award Giving Body	Category	Nominated Work	Results
2003	NU Rock Awards	Drummer of the Year	(for Allan Burdeos)	Won
		Listener's Choice	N/A	Won
2005	NU Rock Awards	Best Live Act	N/A	Won
		Song of the Year	"Chicksilog"	Nominated
2006	NU Rock Awards	Best Live Act	N/A	Won
		Song of the Year	"Narda"	Won
		Artist/ Band of the Year	N/A	Won
		Listener's Choice	N/A	Won
		Vocalist of the Year	(for Jay Contreras)	Nominated
		Guitarist of the Year	(for Jomal Linao)	Nominated
		Drummer of the Year	(for Allan Burdeos)	Nominated
		Best Male Award	(for Jay Contreras)	Nominated
		Album of the Year	"Maharot"	Nominated
		Best Album Packaging	Allan Burdeos for "Maharot"	Nominated
		Best Music Video of the Year	"Martyr Nyebera"	Nominated
			"Doo Bidoo"	Nominated
		Producer of the Year	(Angee Razul, Jonathan Ong, Allan Burdeos, 8 Toleran and Jomal Linao for "Maharot")	Nominated
2007	20th Awit Awards	Album of the Year	"Maharot"	Won
		Song of the Year	"Narda	Won
		Best Rock Recording	"Narda"	Won
		Best Performance by a Group Artist	"Narda"	Won
		Music Video of the Year	"Martyr Nyebera"	Won
	MYX Music Awards	Favorite Ringtone	"Narda"	Won
		Favorite Music Video	"Martyr Nyebera"	Nominated
			"Doo Bidoo"	Nominated
		Favorite Song	"Narda"	Nominated
			"Doo Bidoo"	Nominated
		Favorite Artist	N/A	Nominated
		Favorite Group	N/A	Nominated
		Favorite Collaboration	"Ordertaker" with Parokya Ni Edgar	Nominated
		Favorite Remake	"Doo Bidoo"	Nominated
		Favorite Rock Video	"Doo Bidoo"	Nominated
		Favorite Media Soundtrack	"First Day High" for Rexona, First Day High	Nominated
2008	MYX Music Awards	Favorite Rock Video	"Seksi Seksi"	Nominated
2009	NU Rock Awards	Drummer of the Year	(for Allan Burdeos)	Won
		Artist of the Year	N/A	Nominated
		Album of the Year	"Long Time Noisy"	Nominated
		Guitarist of the Year	(for Jomal Linao)	Nominated
			(for Led Tuyay)	Nominated
		Best Album Packaging	(Allan Burdeos & Ace Enriquez for "Long Time Noisy")	Nominated

External links

• Kamikazee on Facebook
• Kamikazee PinoyBanda Profile
• Dyan-banda - Band's 30-minute Urban travelogue
• Tower Of Doom Studios

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