BAND PROFILE: SINOSIKAT

Their music is pinoy na pinoy. The sounds they make are suited for the ears of Filipino listeners. Sinosikat's members Kat and Nick tells us about them and their music in an interview with the Manila Times.

The name "Sinosikat" is derived from two phrases with different meanings: Sino Sikat or "Who's Famous" and Sino si Kat which means "Who is Kat". They have been making music for four years and they are still on the move today.

The music of the band is not a disco punk; it's a little bit of everything. They have a wide genre of music which includes funk, rock, jazz, and reggae. The band doesn't follow trends and they play with their strengths. Kat and Nick also said that their music is pangmatagalan or long-lasting, which means that their songs will long last to the minds of its listeners. Nick said that the music we listen is also the music they listen to.

Sinosikat writes their own songs, and they also said that the songs they write are not dedicated to someone. Most of the themes of their songs are based on what happened in their lives. They also said that in songwriting, you have to satisfy yourself before you can satisfy others.

They also said that they have fans abroad. They would go overseas to spread Filipino music, Sinosikat style.

The two admitted that forming a band is hard work. It's not easy to earn money and they also have sleepless nights. Up until now the bond of their band is still strong. Nick and Kat said that a strong bond between band members is necessary.

To those who wish to form a band, Kat and Nick have a few reminders to them, and those are to inspire, do not copy the style of others, and enjoy life in a good way.

Expect something fresh. Expect something original. Those are some of the promises of Sinosikat to its listeners.

"A good idea is worth fighting for, and Sinosikat is a good idea", said Nick.

For more information on Sinosikat, log on to Sinosikat@yahoogroups.com.