From Mr. Erwin Romulo's column"The Outsider" / Philippine Star :
"Best Live Album: Shuffle Union
Recorded at a tribute gig to the late Luis “Weslu” Guiang in Cubao, this is certainly a testament to the spirit of the statement of its producer, Betrayed’s Je Bautista, that “ska is reggae on beer.” It proves that a genre like ska thrives in environments wherein the equipment sounds as if it’s only held together with tape but where the interaction with the audience is never distant. In this case, only the music proves to be above the street and, in its most inebriated moments, reach glorious heights."
We would like to thank everyone who supported Shuffle Union this past year. Everyone deserves to be credited, from the teams who made the "Invincible Tour" and the "Manila-Bicolandia" happen, to all the point men, the bands, and supporters, big cheers to all of us ! and here's to a bigger 2010!
"A farewell gig for a dear friend" 2009 has not been the kindest of years that passed in recent memory.
(almost 2010). This was the year that saw the pack of typhoons that hit the country in the last quarter that deluged most parts of Luzon, that killed hundreds and affected thousands including our friends and families, underscoring the effects of climate change and environmental exploitation. This was the year that demonstrated the glaring disrespect of a powerful few to the rule of law. The verb is "demonstrated" since this has been going on for decades, but has only been brought to national view by the appalling "Maguindanao Massacre". This was the year that we witnessed the sickening apathy of our supposed leaders in their never ending political fandango and grandstanding in preparation for the coming national and local polls.
And this was the year that close friends and comrades in music fell. Early in 2009, a dear friend and mentor, Je Bautista left this world and passed on to the eternal performance stage, leaving behind his contributions to music, largely unheralded because of his preference of working behind the scenes. And recently, another friend, Juan Ronaldo Ragos, known as "Juan" and "Dokito" or "doks" to his friends joined Je, and many others who left us this year. And his friends have prepared a last farewell for him this Sunday, December 20th at Freedom Bar. A sentimental venue, since this was where I first shared the stage with Juan. You have come full circle little john!
John Lennon, the other half of the most brilliant songwriting team in the history of music, died 29 years ago today in New York city. Expect worldwide tributes today for this extraordinary man, and this is my small contribution.
I practically grew up listening to his creations, and developed an appreciation that would later manifest in my musical inclinations. The artists/bands that emulate his music, or that of his group called The Beatles, continually grow, testament to his timeless appeal. People liked his style during his post-beatle new york days, as this writer. But the John Lennon of post-war Britain Liverpewl (pool) of The Beatles, Mimi's hellraiser, and the odd kid that didn't seem to fit, is the John Lennon that I would like to remember him to be. Youth, as with prominent YCGs (youth-cult groups) of England, was his potential, and the events that later led him to cross paths with Paul and George were the catalyst he needed to unleash a force in music unequaled until now. Literature on The Beatles and the groups they influenced is voluminous and accessible in almost any for of media now, and I don't need to expound on it here.
But that fateful event saved us from contenting ourselves with the mindless drivel associated with uninspired, or just plainly put, intellectually insulting music that is prevalent today. As Filipinos proud of our talent in music, let us drive ourselves to improve understanding of the music that we play. It doesn't matter where the music you play originated, what matters is you do your best to share it, and what matters most is that you do your contribution by writing your own music! Let us not "go with the flow", because the "flow" is headed downstream, let us instead go upstream, because the hardest path is the path worth taking.
(picture above) John Lennon, the best there ever will be.
A week ago, I was in Legaspi, sprawled on a black sand shore beach at the foot(?) of Beautiful Mayon (redundant 'noy?), enjoying the clean water, awaiting the feast in a hut nearby.
Sounds like a vacation, partly it was. Manila SKA was in Legaspi City for a gig the day before, August 29th, dubbed "OUT ON THE STREETS Manila to Bicolandia Skannection", slated by Bisikleta Productions, PiliSKApinas, and of course the great ska folks of Legaspi through Ben, Lester, Dominique,and the rest of the gang. The Skafest was held at Bar101, at this building called Bichara Mall, filled with nice murals of old holywood movies.
August 28, 8PM, Ali Mall, Cubao, Quezon City: Met up with the boys of SMB, and assembled before boarding the bus that would carry us all the way to Bicol. August 29, 8AM, Naga City: Eating taho looking at Mt. Isarog at the horizon 930 AM: finally we reach Legaspi, with Mayon puffing smoke and ominously standing before us. You can never really feel how big this famous volcano is, until you behold it on site.
I remember the last time I was in Legaspi City, some 6 years back. It was for the Magayon Festival, where now ska icons, Put3Ska, performed at the Kapitolyo for 2 straight nights, I was a spectator/photographer, at that time I already had an inkling of how SKA already had a hold on our brothers from ska band Region 5 Beat, being a close observer of ska bands from the provinces.
But the crowd at Bar 101 that night really impressed me, seeing as how the music that we all love had set a firm foothold on the province, with delegations coming from all over Bicol, some as far as Naga, Guinobatan, Daraga, and of course host city Legaspi. Looking for a gig review yet? for the Manila contingent it was STEADYMOVINBEAT, and SHUFFLE UNION, and for the Bicolandia troop it was PUNK 'O DIE, DAMAGED SIDEWALKS, reggae act MUCHAS GRASSAS, and the best of Bicol ska, SKAMALIG, and STOLEN SHOTS. Exenadors (unapproved leave from work for some members), and Pink Cow (some problems with transportation) were not able to perform.
Shuffle Union had a rehearsal at the venue earlier for the horn section of Skamalig/Stolenshots who jammed with the band later that night, so we had to troop back to the hotel for some preparation. Returning to Bar 101, I was surprised to see, all these attendees dressed up in their best ska gear, and had this feeling that this night would surely be great.
The gig started early because the venue filled-up early (the huge Tanduay gig nearby notwithstanding, as we agreed with the organizers that they will attract a different crowd anyway, but I am still looking for the giant Buko beside the huge Tanduay bottle , Buko RUM!).
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(Photos: (1)Manila-Bicolandia Skannection!, (2)Weary but excited at a stopover in Naga, (3) Mt. Isarog viewed from Naga, (4)Mayon puffing smoke taken by Michael Ubales) for a related gig review at TRASHRADIOMANILA click here for photos at Shuffle Union's facebook page click here
It was the final stop of Shuffle Union's "INVINCIBLE Live Album Tour", a series of shows promoting Shuffle Union's latest release, "INVINCIBLE", and PiliSKApinas decided it was time to give tribute to the people who love ska...... the 1st MANILA SKA FESTIVAL!
It was gathering not only for the festival's performers, but it was a night specially dedicated to the followers and listeners, both old and new of the music we all love. And the night rekindled for the old the love that was introduced to the new set.
JC and Diana of Wooden Canvaswere on hand for the festival's side event, the special treat for all that was the photo gallery inside Wooden Canvas, displayed photos of the performers from different points in time (did you hear yourself say, "Ako yun ah!" while peeking at one of the photos?).
As the crowd swelled, HOPSKATCH warmed up with a few songs, and then proceeded with their set, Katong and his group, has definitely come a long way and their set was the first of the long list of performers. the 1st half of the festival appeared as though a reunion of SKAMAX bands when STEADYMOVINBEATtook the stage and gave the crowd a glimpse of things to come on the dancefloor. I personally enjoyed their original songs, specially "Corporate Fool," which are getting better and better; I hope to see a feature release of them very soon.
Up next was PINK COW, who played sans Francis as Life Without Francis with the UMBLE UNO Horny horns, they greeted the crowd with the demeanor characteristic of the band, as they played covers and originals to teh delight of the crowd. Afterwards, soaked in sweat, the people braced themselves for more dancing for the subsequent bands.
Oh by the way, Hil of Bisikleta Productions helped in the hosting duties, he was paired with a reluctant host wearing bennies and white shoes. Well placed was ROCKET PUNCH'sset, in-between the SKAMAX and Clubska alumni, the Global City Rudies really hit the people on the spot, with crowd favorites being part of their repertoire. Participating on a few of their songs were Renz , and suddenly it was OUT 4 LUNCH!, and Kaloy of SMB who sang "Banana."
The rain started to pour, but it wasn't enough to douse the heat that was coming from the aggregate of warm bodies already stationed on the dancefloor. Up next, MARCOS CRONIES, these guys can be considered as one of the more "senior" bands of the scene, and all the way from San Fernando, they delivered! These guys are great and are not showing any signs of slowing down anytime soon.
"Are you tired yet?" not by a longshot! The night was relatively young, and it was time for the night's hosts, SHUFFLE UNION to energize the dancefloor. In anticipation of the dancefest that was coming, the crowd that was there from the 1st band did not leave the dancefloor (im going to be using this noun for a couple more times before this review is through). Shuffle Union's set were part old and part new, playing song's from INVINCIBLE, and old originals that are characteristic of the band.
After a few songs, Noel of SKABECHE, and Melvin of Jeepney Joyride, joined in for a jam session that made for more dancing. Our thanks to Noel for coming down all the way from ska hotbed Bulacan that night. Mae and Jan, led the way when Mae exclaimed "Ang kantang ito ay ginawa para sa inyo" (This song was made for all of you), during the introduction, as the opening riff of "Dance With Me" played on, in recognition of the support.
Flashes of old? Maybe for the "older" segment of the performers, and the audience. Not to alienize the younger set, but I couldn't help but remember those old times, when my contemporares were young. Then JEEPNEY JOYRIDE took to the stage. Norman has a way with the audience, and this I have come to know a long time ago. Their original song, "Ayoko Na Sa Iyo," has a strong appeal. Biased? Yes I am, its a personal favorite.
COFFEE BREAK ISLANDwas on hand, and came next. A hardworking lot, CBI provided more fuel for the dancefloor, and played with fervor behind Paul's characteristic voice. Joining them later was Nomer (Shuffle Union) who donned the keyboards on the latter part of their set that featured a heavy dose of 2-tone favorites.
News was that bars and restaurants of CUBAO X ran out of beer and alcoholic drinks after 1AM? As this writer found out when I was trying to get some brews at Mogwai. Fuel for the dance maybe. Cheers! Fortunately a few enterprising souls prepped some mixed drinks for a minimal amount near the table where the INVINCIBLE cds were being sold.
Our unending gratitude to everyone who made this historic night possible, from WOODEN CANVAS, to PiliSKApinas, to Jam 88.3, to HOPSKATCH, STEADYMOVINBEAT, ROCKET PUNCH, PINK COW, MARCOS CRONIES, JEEPNEY JOYRIDE, COFFEE BREAK ISLAND, and to my bandmates from SHUFFLE UNION. But most specially, big cheers to everyone and all, to the audience, and to you! Yes you! See you at the next MANILA SKA FESTIVAL, we promise it will be a bigger and better one! This is for everyone who SKA and beyond!
*photo credits: Erick Cusa , for more of his photographs from the 1st MANILA SKA FESTIVAL click here
This is a long overdue review of the gig that was at Big Sky Mind last July 24. It was TRIBUTES, the 2nd thanksgiving night for the 1st issue of SPROUT Magazine. The night featured SHUFFLE UNION , COFFEEBREAK ISLAND, LADY-I , DREADKNOT USED, and JEEPNEY JOYRIDE. After rehearsals, in preparation for the 1st Manila Skafest the following night, we went straight to that quaint but famous venue of E.Rodriguez, and found that people had already gathered enough to fill the venue and the attached sidewalk that held familiar faces.
--THIS IS SKA--Up until recently, ska was never one of my favorite genres in music. Perhaps due to my growing aversion to reggae — in particular Bob Marley — it was quite easy to dismiss it as well. (To digress a bit, if I don’t hear Buffalo Soldier or 3 Little Birds again in my life, it will be fine with me. Plus getting dreadlocks and a henna tattoo to match your “Legend” CD doesn’t make you a “rasta”— although it might just confirm that you are an idiot. Trenchtown is nothing like Boracay either, mon.) But good music can cut through these biases, even for the stubborn, obstinate ones like me. And there’s a lot of that to discover in ska, in particular the local scene.
The late, great Je Bautista explained it to me once that “ska is reggae on beer while reggae is ska on pot.” A man of impeccable musical tastes, he always tried his best to push me beyond my comfort zones and musical boundaries. A true punk, he was responsible for getting me into all sorts of things: The Stiff Little Fingers, Angelic Upstarts, Black Flag, MDC as well as Nick Drake, MC Solaar, The Orb… He never got stuck in the ‘70s punk of The Sex Pistols or The Ramones although he did love The Clash with a passion ‘til his death. But he did love ska and, among the bands playing the local scene, he loved Shuffle Union.
Recorded live last February at Cubao X during Trashradio Manila and Bisikleta Production’s “Louie Louie” — a tribute concert for drummer Luis “Weslu” Guiang — “Invincible” is a good starter for those who’ve yet to hear Shuffle Union’s music. Included in the album are live renditions of band staples such as Batty Boy, He’s Mine (this writer’s personal favorite) and Dance With Me. Also included is Thank You, their personal tribute to the legendary drummer who played with G.I. and the Idiots, Put3ska and Throw as well as Shuffle Union.
Truth be told, Shuffle Union’s music isn’t always ska but flirts with a modified kind of power pop. The gorgeous melodies as sung by the band’s two vocalists Mae Ilagan and January Bautistaare pushed to greater heights by the band’s persistent rhythm section. More often than not, there is an obvious debt toStyle Council-era Paul Wellerbut with the energy and immediacy of his Jam days. Even the technical glitches inherent in live performance don’t detract from the charm of the songs themselves (although it’s enough to make me giddy thinking what they could do in the studio).
As their press release on their blog says: “The release was officially announced May 23 during Shuffle Union’s live performance at Doobie Nights, where they also announced a tour dubbed ‘Shuffle Union Invincible-Live Album Tour.’ The ‘Invincible’ tour will (go through) Batangas, Baguio City, Laguna, Bulacan and Quezon City.” It also says “the tour will also be joined and supported by a rich collection of musical acts from each locale.” Copies of the album will be available during the gigs and through the band’s site (you can also check out trashradiomanila.blog-spot.com).
-- lifted from "The Outsider" by Erwin Romulo - Philippine Star, July 24, 2009, p.F-3
The Final stop of the "INVINCIBLE Tour" is the "1st MANILA SKA FESTIVAL" to be held at CUBAO X, and hosted by the Wooden Canvas Gallery. July 25 - 3PM Onwards (Photo contest / exhibit) 7PM Onwards : Skafest concert Performers include: SHUFFLE UNION COFFEE BREAK ISLAND JEEPNEY JOYRIDE and jam session with Noel of SKABECHE Marcos Cronies, Steadymovinbeat, Rocket Punch Pulikats, Pink Cow, Hopskatch, and more! (we'll keep you posted) MORE DETAILS TO BE POSTED
**DOWNLOAD the mechanics for the photo contest and photo galleryhere
A GREAT night! is all I can say about last Saturday. If the penultimate stop of Shuffle Union's "INVINCIBLE Live Album Tour" held at 1962 Tambayanan is a prelude of the event that will happen on July 25th then the "1st Manila SKA Festival" is one gathering to look out for.
The crowd, a mix of regulars, and old and new faces, had already gathered when we arrived at 1962 a little after 10, and you can feel the anticipation right on. From the original 5 bands on the bill, the line-up was expanded to 7. Youngbloods, The NUDOLLS, started the night, (sporting members who literally grew-up with the Ska City United gigs at the old Kolumn Bar..you guys remember Smee right?). Following them was 2-tone spirited STEADYMOVINBEAT, who did a solid set that was a great starter! Coming next was ROCKET PUNCH, dishing out dirty reggae Global City style! Kaloy of SMB donned the vocal chores on a few songs. Both bands did great and the floor started to shudder as the dancing commenced during their sets. TSUNAMI TSUNAMI followed, performing a few songs including the Arnold Morales penned "Good Morning."
Up next were the night's hosts, SHUFFLE UNION, who had been touring since May to promote their recent cd release "INVINCIBLE," with a full roster, SU's set consisted of their originals, with a pinch of old SKA favorites in honor of the attendees who have supported the SKA scene all these years.
From the Bisikleta gig that same night, The GO SIGNALS were next! Mel, Dennis, and Spike were in their element with a very soulful set (and the crowd seemed unfazed by the fact that its past 2am!). Also from the Bisikleta gig were The MARCOS CRONIES the Pampanga ska mobsters were the perfect finishers of a very great night. Time: past 3AM! The crowd still stayed on for more dancing, and not a few tireless souls stayed well past that. A big thank you is also extended to COFFEE BREAK ISLAND, who joined in on the celebration.
Big big cheers to everyone who came that night, to the bands who lent their support, and to the tireless efforts of the faces from all over the scene who were present. 고마워! Terima Kasih! ありがとうございました! , 感谢! SALAMAT po! See you on JULY 25 at the "1st MANILA SKA FESTIVAL", to be hosted by the WOODEN CANVAS GALLERY, at CUBAO X.
MORE PHOTOS TO BE POSTED TODAY (JULY 15)
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The weekend that was, started out on a rainy note, but it did not dampen the craving to just relax and have a good time. Last friday, Shuffle Union, Coffee Break Island, and the Earthlings did just that at the Leprechaun Bar in Tomas Morato.
Fortunately the downpour stopped just a little after 11PM, and made way for better weather. Some members of Shuffle Union, and Earthlings were in absentia (our drummer and keyboardist were sick). The night started with the Earthlings, who were later joined by Jun of CBI on the latter part of their set.
Up next was Shuffle Union. We did a number of acoustic renditions of our songs, and later on Jun and Raffy of CBI also jammed with us (cheers guys!). Following SU was Coffee Break Island, that made way for more dancing on the floor, we later returned the favor and jammed with CBI on a few songs. Last(?) to perform (?) was JR of Shuffle Union, and Paul of CBI, playing a few songs from The Jam.
The night appeared more like an intimate gathering rather than a concert, and saw a free exchange of music between bands. A rare night indeed, the author, in between gulps of "Kabayo" thought he was somewhere in Anonas one Saturday of 2000..haha cheers!
*Photo credits (Trashradiomanila)
For a related article and more pictures of other performers that night, check out the gig review at TRASHRADIOMANILA
For tour updates / more photos visit our Myspace and Facebook pages
From the two-leg blitz of Los Baños and 9 Mile Bar last week, The INVINCIBLE returns to the freshest haunt of Timog, 1962 Tambayananthis Saturday, July 11,for the penultimate leg of the"Shuffle Union-INVINCIBLE Live Album Tour" via "Spirit of '62".
Headlining the nightwill be SHUFFLE UNION, modernists THE GO SIGNALS, 2-tone specialists STEADYMOVINBEAT, Global City Rudies' pride, ROCKET PUNCH, andAngeles City Ska Mobsters, MARCOS CRONIES. The best and the rarest of Philippine SKA will still be featured from the booth all night!
Entrance is FREE! so why not support the tour and grab yourself a copy of Shuffle Union's INVINCIBLE cd. 1962 Tambayanan is located at Sct. Madriñan cor. Sct. Tobias., South Triangle, Quezon City (see map below). See you there!
The last stop of the " Shuffle Union-INVINCIBLE Live Album Tour" is slated on JULY 25 at CUBAO X, that will feature a gathering of the heavy hitters of SKA to be hosted by the Wooden Canvas Gallery, part of that weekend will be a special contest that will be announced later this week (so keep your ears peeled!)
SKAMAX is back, and plans are already set for it to hold a monthly run. ( A little background)
Skamax was set-up in 2003 to cater to the growing number of SKA bands that time. The show held its 1st event at Freedom Bar that year, and on to different venues through the years including Kolumn Bar, and most recently (2007) at Hellacious Bar, before going dormant. A unique feature of the event was that bands took turns in hosting the event, giving them an opportunity to experience organizing the show, from inviting performers to advertising, and inviting patrons.
9 Mile is perfect for SKAMAX, I'm sure those of you who attended the Skamax gigs at Hellacious Bar in 2007 agree, it's meant to be an intimate gathering of both performer and audience. Last Saturday, as part of Shuffle Union's "INVINCIBLE-Live Album Tour", PiliSKApinas hosted Skamax.
First to play was TEMPORARY DISCONNECT, all the way from Laguna, their set was reminiscent of the energy early Skamax bands had that this writer witnessed in 2003. I enjoyed watching their set with a keen eye. Up next, PULIKATS, the ska rockers hailing from Pulilan, treated the attendees to a great set of a potent mix of punk and ska. Both groups have the qualities Skamax bands possessed through the years. Attitude? these boys have it!
SHUFFLE UNION came next, and we tried our very best to keep up with the energy TD and Pulikats had. (I believe we did good keep up..haha), thanks guys for joining in with the dancing during our set. And we had some help! Melvin of Jeepney Joyride joined us once again, straight from their QC gig the same night, and Jun of Coffee Break Island played drums on a couple of SU's songs.
Was the gig finished? nah, there were a few surprises that night. The MIGHTY CONTRAS played, they are a sharp lot, they can just plug in and play on a whim.But there was another guest(?)band!(those in attendance uttered a few name suggestions..haha).
Actually it was an impromptu set from Paul and Jun of Coffee Break Island, and JR of Shuffle Union, the set included The Clash songs thrown in for good measure. And the morning ended with a beer, a chat, and a cup of coffee at New City Food House at 6:30 AM. Thanks to everyone who came! to all the bands, the audience, and our surprise guests.
See you at 1962 Tambayanan this Saturday (JULY 11) for the continuation of The INVINCIBLE Tour! but before that you can catch Coffee Break Island and Shuffle Union at The Leprechaun for a Friday night playdate (JULY 10)
For tour updates / more photos from last Saturday's SKAMAX visit our Myspace and Facebook pages More photos here
The sky was clear and the air seemed to emanate a positive vibe from all those who came.
Last July 2, 2009, Shuffle Union and crew descended on one of the hotspots for Los Baños denizens, Java Avenue Bar, as we brought the Invincible Live Album Tour to yet another southern stop. It was a night filled with music as students from nearby UPLB and Colegio de Los Banos trooped to the venue to witness the annual Open Jam event/Invincible Live! Album tour Stop sponsored by the UPLB Gamma Sigma Red Scorpions.
Shuffle Union, and fifteen Laguna-based bands, playing various genres ranging from alternative, soul, reggae, and hardcore, played to a capacity crowd who packed the venue by as early as 8PM. In fact, people seemed to spill onto the streets and tables outside when we got to the venue.
Aside from the participation of Shuffle Union’s trombonist, Marlon Palustre, and honorary member Melvin Cabañero of Jeepney Joyride, this was the first time we had been able to play in front of a Laguna crowd after a long time, and all we can say is that it was truly a memorable experience for us!!
Big cheers to the guy who jammed with us! Once again, we would like to thank the main sponsors of the event, as well as those who came and witnessed a night of music, dancing and fun! It was fun bringing the ska train down to Los Baños, Laguna. We will definitely be back!
Be sure to catch SHUFFLE UNION as we go around for the rest of July. Here is a list of our gig schedules at a glance, support Shuffle Union and grab yourself a copy ofthe "INVINCIBLE Live" cd (that comes with a free limited 1" Invincible pin button), that will be available at the gigs.
*JULY 10 - @ Leprechaun Bar with Coffee Break Island *JULY 11 - "INVINCIBLE Live Album Tour" @ 1962 Tambayanan with: The Go Signals, Steadymovinbeat, Rocket Punch, and Marcos Cronies.
*JULY 22 - @ Sazi's (Mayrics) with Coffee Break Island.
*JULY 24 - Sprout Magazine Launch @ Big Sky Mind with CBI and other bands. *JULY 25 - "INVINCIBLE Live Album Tour" hosted by Wooden Canvas Gallery @ CUBAO X with: CBI, Jeepney Joyride, Rocket Punch, Steadymovinbeat, Pulikats, Marcos Cronies, Pink Cow and more!
*JULY 31 - UP Diliman (details to be posted soon)
Updates and photos! from the Los Baños, and SKAMAX stops of the tour to be posted soon!
Maximum SKA is back! as part of the ongoing INVINCIBLE Live Album Tour, PiliSKApinas brings back SKAMAX! at 9 Mile this Saturday, July 4, featuring SKA bands coming from Bulacan, Laguna, and Manila.
Performers include TRICK or TREAT, PULIKATS, STEADYMOVINBEAT, UMBLE UNO, POSERO, TEMPORARY DISCONNECT, and SHUFFLE UNION.
March down to 9 Mile Bar located at Kalayaan Avenue, in Quezon City (beside New City Food House), support the tour and grab yourself a copy of Shuffle Union's "INVINCIBLE Live" cd, Entrance is absolutely FREE!
This is brought to you by PiliSKApinas In cooperation with Jam88.3 FM, Doobie Nights, and Pin-M-Down.
Was it humid last Saturday night? we sure felt like that during our performance, as the people danced and closed in at The Leprechaun that evening. Steady flow of beer..check..small talk here and there..check..Meeting up with people you haven't seen in ages?..check..a gathering of friends..check!
It was an extra special performance for us that night, when long-time Shuffle Union trombone player, (and erstwhile retired?)Marlon, along with long-time honorary SU member, Melvin from Jeepney Joyride graced the 'stage'. Inducing more heat from the warm bodies who danced to Shuffle Union's set in the process. Salamat to everyone on the floor. It was a fun night to be with friends.
Some of SU's photos from that night: Laguna! We are Shuffle Union and we are coming! see you at Java Avenue Bar, at Lopez Ave, Los Baños, Laguna (near UPLB) this Thursday night for the continuation of the "Shuffle Union-INVINCIBLE Live Album Tour".
For a related article and more pictures of other performers that night, check out TRASHRADIOMANILA
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