Cavite Rock Mob of 2019
At
the turn of the millennium, a number of milestones have churned the Pinoys with
many first. On Dec.29, 2019, another Rock Mob aptly called “Cavite Rock Mob”
will grace the presence of Imuseno. “Rock mob was spearheaded in Moscow in
Russia, a few years back, when a group of musicians, gathered and play a
popular rock tune. Then China followed suit and holds the record for the most
participants at 950”, explains Anthony Romasanta, the Cavite Rock Mob head
honcho. The term might have been adopted from the term ‘Flash Mob’, a popular
dance routine that would converged on a particular place or establishment and
is participated by more than an adequate number of designated dancers.
“The
Calamba Laguna Rock Mob inspired me to assimilate this event, big thanks sa
Laguna Rock Mob for starting this”, admits Anthony. Last Nov.30, 2019 the Philippines
witnessed the very first Rock Mob in Calamba, Laguna. “The musicians numbered
to 165”, attested Paulina Calimbayan - one of the musicians who participated in
Calamba. That event was organized by Liz Duque and Ren Cana of Musika Laguna
Production.
Early
information revealed that 800 participants have expressed interests plus a
number of volunteers have offered to assists in this non-profit event. A number
of Pinoy Rock luminaries have been invited in this event. Anthony’s aim is to
unite all musicians, with a band or doing solo, young old, professional or
amateur. “Making them feel important and at perform at the same time in the
name of music”, musters Anthony. The Cavite Rock Mob, might consider a foreign
song to entice international participation. The suggested set list of songs is:
Laki Sa Layaw by Mike Hanopol, Beep Beep by Juan Dela Cruz, Nosi Ba Lasi by
Sampaguita and Laklak by Teeth. “We wanted to promote camaraderie in music and
at the same time, help timid musicians, band or solo, to be exposed thru this
event”, admits Anthony, who happens to be a member of a Rock band Trankill. The
Cavite Rock Mob will take place inside the Polytechnic Institute Of Imus n
Cavite.
Are
only musicians allowed to participate? “Not exactly, non-musicians are welcome
to be part of the event. They can assist us technically and logistically. As
for food, we are beseeching kind-hearted fans and followers of Pinoy rock to
pitch in any food or beverage for the musicians. Since this will be an all-day
event, it is imperative that sustenance for our musicians are looked after”,
says Anthony. There is an online registration on FB. A group was created for
this event alone: Cavite Rock Mob Musicians Unite.
“The
online registration was created to monitor the number of musicians and plan
ahead for the layout of the area and to determine the capacity of the
electricity to be used”, Kevin Regalado-one of the organizers, explains. No
less than the mayor of Imus Cavite Hon. Emmanuel Maliksi endorsed this event
for camaraderie and unity among musicians. The ONGS Productions of Anthony, MIM
STUDIOS of Jovie Garcia plays sponsors this event. Arvin Kadiboy will direct
this event and allan Trece will do the hosting chores.
“We
wish to surpass the 950 plus participants set by China, but no pressure. Siguro
bonus na lang yun. Hopefully The Guiness Book of World Record recognizes our
effort. Should this succeed without a hitch, we want more and for sure mag-grow
pa to sana nationwide naman”, finished Anthony.
On
photo: Kevin Regalado, Mayor Maliksi's staff, Honorable Mayor Emmanuel Maliksi
and Anthony Romasanta. (Anthony Romasanta-photo owner)
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