Parola

il. The three (Botchok, Victor and Hazel) decided to add more members so they could form a new band and invited other friends to join them: Paquiz Casi (now member of the band “FREIA” and “HEAVY MEAL”) to be the drummer of the new band they were creating, and Jessor “Jeck” Francisco as well to be the guitarist. The original line-up of members was finally completed. The new christened alternative band was formed, “PAROLA” (lighthouse)

They were being handled by their Road manager Lucille Parcon (now former). When the band already made there own taste of sound, they immediately started to share their heartfelt and melody rich songs and played at local gatherings, school rock tour, band competitions, rock venues in and around Rizal. When a year passed, the two members decided to leave the band, the couple Hazel Facundo and Pilo Calderon. Parola rested for a year and a half but they wanted to keep moving, Paquiz Casi enlisted Mico Lirio (Former drummer of OREMUZ/now member of “FREIA”) to be a part of Parola. They held an open audition to look for a vocalist, and Christine (Sheen Reyes/Vocalist) fused with the guys with her bold charisma and vigor. After a year, Paquiz Casi, Drummer (now former) and Mico Lirio, Bassist (now former) decided to leave the band. The left members instantly invited Christopher “Chris” Francisco (Bassist) a former member/guitarist of progressive bands called “QUANTUM” and “TOWER OF MYSTERY” to be a sessionist of Parola before, until he decided to permanently join the band and became the replacement of Mico (former bassist), then later on Chris referred his relative Mark Anthony “Mac” Cruz (Drummer/a member of a marching band in Rizal,Taytay) in replacement to Paquiz Casi. Chris’s distinctive style in music and Mac’s innovative drum techniques, new creative minds were included and collaborated in the band. But after a year again, another member left, it was Jeck Francisco (former guitarist/songwriter). But even after all the struggles and hardships, the remaining four members decided to continue their passion and go on to progress the band. It is their relentless drive and enthusiasm that keeps Parola together and keeps them moving forward. They are now constructing the band in a new perspective, new approach in their music and new set of original songs. The sound now of Parola can be described in three words: Energetic, Emotional and Straightforward. Parola are all friends, friends who love playing together and have fun doing it. Parola is very optimistic and passionate about what they want the most; It is to connect with people through their medium of music. They always make their live shows high energy, and they want their audience to have a good time as they are. Vocalist Sheen Reyes, Lead guitarist Botchok Parcon, Bassist Chris Francisco, Drummer Mac Cruz and the newest member,Guitarist Don Dinoy, all discovered music on their own, in different ways. They have different influences in music and have different age gaps, but as soon as they smashed together and unite their minds, something just clicked. A wholehearted and confident music was built. Aside from her powerful but candid singing style and energetic magnetism when performing, Sheen expresses her emotions and exposes her life through writing. She always tries to write about personal experience. Botchok’s writing style is just quite the same as hers, what he writes, is about his genuine emotions and experience. Now, Parola is continuing to pursue their dedication to share what they worked hard for .They wanted people in different ages hear and appreciate their music. Sometimes they invite their other band friends to play with them. Sessionists: Dan “Yves” Paralejas (Guitarist/ member of a ska band “CASTDOWN”) and
Don Dinoy (Guitarist/ member of progressive bands "MASQUERADE” and “EUPHORIC”). a new creative mind has been added again to the PAROLA family,thanks to Don Dinoy (now permanent member),PAROLA is now complete. THE FINAL LINE UP:
Sheen Reyes Vocals/ songwriter
Botchok Parcon Guitars/ songwriter
Chris Francisco Bass
Mac Cruz Drums
Don Dinoy Guitars FOR BOOKINGS: CONTACT 09273990466
PAROLA is a five piece Filipino Alternative band
Sheen Reyes- Vocals/songwriter
Botchok Jharell Parcon- lead guitars/songwriter
Chris Francisco- bass
Mac mac Cruz-drums
Don Dinoy-guitars