Masterslave Music

Masterslave Music is a Philippine experimental electronic rock duo formed in 2020 by Arlo Misa (synthesizers, sequencers) and Pep Deloroso (guitars). The duo blends electronica, blues, rock, metal, and ambient noise.

Etymology

• Band Name: Derived from the computing and engineering term master/slave, a communication model where one device exercises primary control over others.
• Arlo Misa: Performs as "Arbiter" within the duo and releases solo electronic work under the project name "arbiternoise".
• Pep Deloroso: Stage name of Mark Raymond "Emon" Faelmoca. Derived from "Pepito" combined with his grandmother's maiden name, Doloroso, with modified spelling.

Members

• Arlo Misa (Arbiter / arbiternoise) – synthesizers, sequencers, programming. Misa is also a freelance photographer and videographer.
• Pep Deloroso (Mark Raymond "Emon" Faelmoca) – electric guitar, bass guitar, programming. Faelmoca is also a web developer, UI/UX designer, and graphic/motion artist.

History

Formation and early releases (2020–2021)

Masterslave Music was formed during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns in the Philippines as a studio-based project combining synth and sequencer arrangements with electric guitar.

In June 2020, their debut single, "Isolate", was included on the compilation album MAÑANITA ~ A Noise Barrage from 18 Bedrooms (co-released by Green Papaya Art Projects and Pawn Records). During this period, the duo also released the track "Lingering Greed".

Live performances and gallery collaborations (2022–present)

Though primarily a studio project, the duo began performing live sets in 2022, collaborating with visual artists and gallery spaces:

• June 4, 2022: Live debut at the 4th Synthramuros Community Meet-Up at Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila.
• December 10, 2022: Soft opening performance for Uwak Gallery.
• March 10, 2023: Featured at the "Sudden Movement" showcase presented by FORTYOUNCE, MAGMA Tattoo Gallery, and Idea World Collective.
• March 18, 2023: Live musical accompaniment for artist OoakosiMo's exhibition, "The State of the Art", at Modeka Art Gallery, Manila.

Discography

Singles & Tracks

• "Isolate" (2020, featured on MAÑANITA ~ A Noise Barrage from 18 Bedrooms)
• "Lingering Greed" (2020)

References

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