LIST: New OPM songs to listen to this Independence Month

MANILA, Philippines — Sandwich vocalist singer Raimund Marasigan recently said that today is the golden age of Original Pilipino Music (OPM). 

Now that it’s Independence Month, Philstar.com lists down new OPM songs to listen to. 

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Letter From June, the newest band to join the KDR Music House roster, released their first single “Bituin.”

"Bituin" delves into themes of love and longing. Initially written by vocalist Renzo Compuesto as a personal ode, the band transformed the song into a compelling piece that reflects the emotional turmoil of unrequited love. 

With poignant lyrics questioning one's worth in a relationship, "Bituin" captures the essence of heartfelt vulnerability in a musical arrangement by band members Renzo, keyboardist Michelle Fajkovic, guitarist Arvy Perez, guitarist Sean Villa, bassist Danielle Porol and drummer Ken Lunas. 

The members of Letters From June met in a school theater group in November 2022. They have been creating music together in a dorm room, drawing from personal experiences to shape their songwriting. Despite their varied personalities and music preferences, they value each other's contributions and the unique bond they have formed.

The band is thrilled to be part of KDR Music House, considering it a surreal opportunity. They are excited to share their music with a wider audience and are looking forward to achieving significant milestones with the support of the KDR Music House family. 

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Filipino indie singer-songwriter Keiko Necesario finds renewed strength in love and spirituality amidst unjust social conditions in her new single “Kahit Pa Anong Mangyari,”out on all digital streaming platforms worldwide.

The pop-rock confessional shows Keiko’s resilience and vulnerability in disarmingly bold ways as she chronicles her story of overcoming a challenging season in her married life — thanks to God and her husband, who never left her side during a tumultuous ordeal.

According to Keiko, she penned the track at a time when she and her partner struggled to make ends meet while reflecting on what truly matters for her and