Identity Crisis
- Formed by Resty Cornejo in 1986, they became one of the pioneering
alternative bands in the Philippines. Their signature sound, catchy
melodies, gothic outfits and mysterious identities has made the band an
underground favorite garnering fans from all over the country. Releasing
their first album in 1987, “Tale of Two”, has reshaped Philippine
music. From appearing on TV variety shows to performing live concerts
nationwide, Identity Crisis, was nominated in the prestigious ALIW
Awards for Best New Artist.
Their
second album released in 1991, “Water Came Running”, earned a
tremendous amount of respect from their musical colleagues, mainly for
the bands “ahead of their time” songwriting and arrangements, which
until this very day, still sounds fresh from the studios. After
appearing in several compilation albums, Identity Crisis, packed up
their instruments and called it a day. Several producers have approached
the members, hoping to spark a reunion concert but there are no
immediate plans. Currently the members of Identity Crisis are involved
in their personal careers in the field of architecture, culinary, the
airline industry, broadcasting and information technology. In 2006,
Rivermaya, released an all-cover album containing songs from the 80's,
in which two (2) of Identity Crisis' songs, My Sanctuary and Sumigaw, Umawit ka,
were featured. Identity Crisis, to this very day, is considered a major
and important influence in the alternative and underground music scene
in the Philippines. Their record label is Dyna Records Philippines
(1986-1991).Band Members:
Cool Carla - Vocals
Buddy 'Boy' Arceo - Vocals
Leni Llapitan - Keyboards & Programming
Resty Cornejo - Guitars
Bogs Ambrosio - Bass
Marvin Mendiola - Drums
Tracks: [Download] [updated link 2020]01. Imagining October
02. Whispering Castles
03. Blank Pages
04. Sumigaw, Umawit Ka
05. My Sanctuary
06. When the Sun Will Shine
07. Requiem
08. Anthem
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Tracks: (Download) [updated link 2020]
01. Where Wild Things Grow
02. Golden Age
03. Image of The Orient
04. Hidden Face
05. Water Came Running
06. Behind the Line
07. In This World
08. Will I Ever Know
09. Pangarap
10. With One Mind
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According to Resty Cornejo's Interview (See Tempo June 29, 2019):
"Lenny
is a natural composer.Her pop music sensibilities, great melodies and
riffs were the backbone of Identity Crisis's music."
"Eventually, we decided to add a bit of progressive rock to our music as an experiment. I was, at the time, influenced by Rush and Yes"
"We were also looking towards exploring ethnic themes, much like the works of Penpen and Asin."
After they disbanded 1992...
"At that point, it was like the end for me. I tried jamming a few times with some buddies but I lost my passion for music. I was really devastated when the band ended. My love for music came back only years after."
"For the rest of the band, some pusued the same path (Abaya and Llapitan joined Lokal Brown in the 1990's before going on to form Mariya's Mistress). I totally lost contact with them, literally. We re-united as friends again only in the mid-2000's."
"I have been living in Hong Kong since 1993, working as a design architect."
"Eventually, we decided to add a bit of progressive rock to our music as an experiment. I was, at the time, influenced by Rush and Yes"
"We were also looking towards exploring ethnic themes, much like the works of Penpen and Asin."
After they disbanded 1992...
"At that point, it was like the end for me. I tried jamming a few times with some buddies but I lost my passion for music. I was really devastated when the band ended. My love for music came back only years after."
"For the rest of the band, some pusued the same path (Abaya and Llapitan joined Lokal Brown in the 1990's before going on to form Mariya's Mistress). I totally lost contact with them, literally. We re-united as friends again only in the mid-2000's."
"I have been living in Hong Kong since 1993, working as a design architect."
Sad News:
"Bogs"
Ambrosio, (Bassist), passed away in February 9, 2009. He had a heart attack while jogging around his place
in Singapore. Arleingh “Bogs” Ambrosio was at Veronica Funeral along
A. Arnaiz (Libertad), Pasay City . The last night of his wake is
expected on Wednesday (18-Feb). Interment is on Feb 19, 8am. Final
resting place of Bogs will be at the Heritage Memorial grounds.
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RARE VIDEOS (MP4)
Identity Crisis - Sumigaw Umawit Ka.Pinoy Woodstock-1989
Identity Crisis - Imagining October.Pinoy Woodstock-1990
Identity Crisis - Imagining October.Requiem Rising Reunion Concert_09-09-2011
COVID-19 Live Jam Sessions 2020
Identity Crisis - Imagining Oktober.2020 Quarantine Sessions
Identity Crisis - My Sanctuary.2020 Quarantine Sessions.mp4
Identity Crisis - Sumigaw Umawit Ka.2020 Quarantine Sessions.mp4
