Here is a list of my favorite OPM artists. I chose them because of the uniqueness and originality of their voices and how they honestly express their personality through their songs.
Rico Blanco- Though his voice sounds "sosyal", his songs are "makabayan" and well-written. He seems to have a peculiar accent when he sings his songs . He combines rock and soul in his voice, making his style even more distinctive from others. (Songs: Bangon, Your Universe)
Kitchie Nadal- Her voice is mature, sexy, and rockish but definitely has a different husky punch that sets her apart from other opm artists. Her upbeat songs also make me go LSS.(Songs: Bulong, Huwag na Huwag MongSasabihin, Same Ground)
Sharon Cuneta- Her voice is cute, simple, yet is not pushy when pulling off high notes. She sings from the heart and with emotions. When she expresses tagalong songs, the “pinoy” feel is apparently there. (Songs:Kung Tayo Ay Magkakalayo, Ngayon at Kailanman, Bituin Walang Ningning)
Regine Velasquez- Her high notes could seemingly break a glass but I loved it when she sings songs with a average notes because this is where you appreciate her angelic voice that could unexpectedly pull off wide ranges. I love hearing her voice in pop songs because you can just sing to the beat with her. (Songs: On The Wings of Love, Dadalhin, You Are My Song)
Rico Blanco- Though his voice sounds "sosyal", his songs are "makabayan" and well-written. He seems to have a peculiar accent when he sings his songs . He combines rock and soul in his voice, making his style even more distinctive from others. (Songs: Bangon, Your Universe)
Kitchie Nadal- Her voice is mature, sexy, and rockish but definitely has a different husky punch that sets her apart from other opm artists. Her upbeat songs also make me go LSS.(Songs: Bulong, Huwag na Huwag MongSasabihin, Same Ground)
Sharon Cuneta- Her voice is cute, simple, yet is not pushy when pulling off high notes. She sings from the heart and with emotions. When she expresses tagalong songs, the “pinoy” feel is apparently there. (Songs:Kung Tayo Ay Magkakalayo, Ngayon at Kailanman, Bituin Walang Ningning)
Regine Velasquez- Her high notes could seemingly break a glass but I loved it when she sings songs with a average notes because this is where you appreciate her angelic voice that could unexpectedly pull off wide ranges. I love hearing her voice in pop songs because you can just sing to the beat with her. (Songs: On The Wings of Love, Dadalhin, You Are My Song)
Barbie Almalbis- no-fuss voice yet very playful. She may not be your typical singer who can wow you with a voice that reaches Mt. Everest yet you cannot help but fall in love with her humble yet truly wonderful voice. (Songs: Just A Smile, Dahilan, Tabing Ilog)
Ney Dmac- adept with a shaky voice yet with volume and foundation. Yes, it’s shaky but definitely not pitchy. He can reach high notes with a bang. His voice is just oozing with determination and artistry. (Songs: Biglaan,Sige, Ligaw, Kaya Mo)
Bugoy Drilon- His voice is so suited to the RnB genre without him trying too hard. He makes “kulots” that are not irritating and off-beat. When you turn on the radio, you’ll immediately distinguish if it’s Bugoy Drilon who is singing. (Songs: Paano Na Kaya, Nang Dahil Sa Pag-ibig, Muli)
Ariel Rivera- Classic. I definitely associate ballad to Ariel Rivera. I guess balladeers of today’s generation look up to him as an inspiration. He has a manly, soulful voice that is perfect for romantic songs. (Songs: Sana KahitMinsan, Simple Lang, Narito Ako)
Gary Valenciano- His voice is just mind-blowing. He is not just imbued with the almost flawless techniques in singing- but he sings with a heart. The emotions in his songs truly transcend to the listeners. And yes, with his awesome moves, he is definitely the epitome of a total performer. (Songs: Sana Maulit Muli, Take Me Out of the Dark, Hataw Na, Kailangan Kita)
Chito Miranda of Parokya ni Edgar- His voice may sound “paos” but it can hypnotically make you sing with his quirky songs. He just enjoys singing that the passion shows in his performances. His songs aren’t hard to memorize since its rhythm can easily be followed by the listeners. (Songs: Mr. Suave, Harana, Mang Jose,Chikinini, The Ordertaker)
Bamboo- His voice seems westernized but the “Pinoy” vibe isn’t absent in his songs. He attacks songs as flexible as a bamboo. He just rocks! Enough said. (Songs: Halleluja, Tatsulok, Muli, Probinsyana)
Kyla- soulful yet really astonishing when she reaches the high notes. She keeps the RnB style whenever she belts out. She makes the most out of the rawness of her voice that she surprisingly turns her ordinary tones into extra-ordinary. (Songs: Beautiful Days, I Feel for You, Bring It On)
Christian Bautista- His voice is suited for operas yet just right for heart-warming ballads and musicals. His rhythms seem to flow like a peaceful river that you can’t help to just relax in his calming vocal sound. (Songs: The Way You Look at Me, Please Be Careful With My Heart)
Toni Gonzaga- You will definitely recognize it is Toni singing because of her full voice. Despite this, she manages to brave higher notes. She makes “kulots” sometimes to package her songs that she can call her own. (Songs: You Complete Me, Crazy For You, Catch Me I’m Falling)
Janno Gibbs- He is really my idol because he knows how to play with his voice without compromising the pitches. He can sing ballad soulfully but at the same time, pull of an RnB piece effectively. He can lower his voice in a very flexible manner but move to a falsetto in a very artistic way. His personality is just oozing out in his songs. Yeah, I’m a fan! (Songs: Fallin, Heart of Mine, Sana Dalawa Ang Puso Ko, Ipagpatawad Mo)
Ney Dmac- adept with a shaky voice yet with volume and foundation. Yes, it’s shaky but definitely not pitchy. He can reach high notes with a bang. His voice is just oozing with determination and artistry. (Songs: Biglaan,Sige, Ligaw, Kaya Mo)
Bugoy Drilon- His voice is so suited to the RnB genre without him trying too hard. He makes “kulots” that are not irritating and off-beat. When you turn on the radio, you’ll immediately distinguish if it’s Bugoy Drilon who is singing. (Songs: Paano Na Kaya, Nang Dahil Sa Pag-ibig, Muli)
Ariel Rivera- Classic. I definitely associate ballad to Ariel Rivera. I guess balladeers of today’s generation look up to him as an inspiration. He has a manly, soulful voice that is perfect for romantic songs. (Songs: Sana KahitMinsan, Simple Lang, Narito Ako)
Gary Valenciano- His voice is just mind-blowing. He is not just imbued with the almost flawless techniques in singing- but he sings with a heart. The emotions in his songs truly transcend to the listeners. And yes, with his awesome moves, he is definitely the epitome of a total performer. (Songs: Sana Maulit Muli, Take Me Out of the Dark, Hataw Na, Kailangan Kita)
Chito Miranda of Parokya ni Edgar- His voice may sound “paos” but it can hypnotically make you sing with his quirky songs. He just enjoys singing that the passion shows in his performances. His songs aren’t hard to memorize since its rhythm can easily be followed by the listeners. (Songs: Mr. Suave, Harana, Mang Jose,Chikinini, The Ordertaker)
Bamboo- His voice seems westernized but the “Pinoy” vibe isn’t absent in his songs. He attacks songs as flexible as a bamboo. He just rocks! Enough said. (Songs: Halleluja, Tatsulok, Muli, Probinsyana)
Kyla- soulful yet really astonishing when she reaches the high notes. She keeps the RnB style whenever she belts out. She makes the most out of the rawness of her voice that she surprisingly turns her ordinary tones into extra-ordinary. (Songs: Beautiful Days, I Feel for You, Bring It On)
Christian Bautista- His voice is suited for operas yet just right for heart-warming ballads and musicals. His rhythms seem to flow like a peaceful river that you can’t help to just relax in his calming vocal sound. (Songs: The Way You Look at Me, Please Be Careful With My Heart)
Toni Gonzaga- You will definitely recognize it is Toni singing because of her full voice. Despite this, she manages to brave higher notes. She makes “kulots” sometimes to package her songs that she can call her own. (Songs: You Complete Me, Crazy For You, Catch Me I’m Falling)
Janno Gibbs- He is really my idol because he knows how to play with his voice without compromising the pitches. He can sing ballad soulfully but at the same time, pull of an RnB piece effectively. He can lower his voice in a very flexible manner but move to a falsetto in a very artistic way. His personality is just oozing out in his songs. Yeah, I’m a fan! (Songs: Fallin, Heart of Mine, Sana Dalawa Ang Puso Ko, Ipagpatawad Mo)
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