grand entrance

Reyn and Ilonggo 3nity’s August 2010 landing

Who are the Ilonggo 3nity? Are they really as “pop” as a bubblegum or just plain cheesy? Nope, they’re not just pop artists who will unleash their music but multi-talented music artists with a statement--- to entertain in the name of entertainment. Ilonggo pop music has new faces and hopefully a new tune to listen to. As a trio of unique voices that includes RnB singer Reyn Callao, ballad songstress Sheila Barrios and dance diva Cherry Callao, Ilonggo 3nity is a pop odyssey of talents that will unmasked what Ilonggo music really means. Who said Ilonggo music can never be classy, global and trendy? Anything, yes, everything is possible with sheer talent, pure music and some little blazing dreams conveyed by three voices with unique vocal ranges and sincere passion to entertain. Trust us, you’ve never seen Ilonggo music anything like this before through these three unique young artists. They can mimic voices of several singers (“copycatting” is a very Pinoy vocal feat, I must say), they can rule the dance floor with their dynamic moves (that reminds us of “Step Up” film franchise), and yes, singing is an innate passion for them. Sometimes, and very honestly, they can sing anything at the Karaoke Bar like tying their shoelaces (we wish Charice was an Ilonggo, too, haha). Reyn Callao has already released two singles “Seryoso” and “Bahala Ka Na” with RnB flavour in local FM station since April. Accompanied by a mini-film indie music video, Reyn is the new face of local RnB. Sheila Barrios proved that she’s indeed a little songstress with a soulful voice when she released her single “Ginpalangga” last May and now with an indie music video, this girl is indentified to have a solid, distinct singing voice (actually, she was discovered accidentally, hehe). And here comes Cherry Callao, Reyn’s little sis has talents, too, both in the dance floor and the way to captivate your heart with her voice. “Ikaw Guid Lang” is her first solo single enough to melt your heart.

This is just a fraction of the whole Ilonggo 3nity story to come. And before the real and full story will be told, they will arrived like a shooting star falling from night sky and lands in the Ilonggo land with a blazing statement--- reinvent Ilonggo pop music.

Catch their first mini-performances and gigs in these following dates and venues. These are just mini-performances with a promise to come back bigger and better this year.

August 11, 2010—8PM, “Baryo Got Talent grand finals” at Bo. Obrero Public Plaza

Ilonggo 3nity is set to perform the event’s production number and their possible first pop single

August 13, 2010—7PM, “Please Don’t Stop the Music 2010” at Bo. Obrero Public Plaza

Ilonggo 3nity and Iloilo’s most-requested Totong Villaruz Band “Nytshift” in a back-to-back concert show with a disco dance theme party

August 21, 2010—10PM, “Fashionably Loud” live by itravel Philippines at Pirates Bar, Smallville Complex

Ilonggo 3nity performs all-original Ilonggo music back-to-back with a glamorous fashion show of avant garde Ilonggo designer, Jet Salcedo featuring two of Manila’s top commercial models and Ilonggo fashion models

See you in these musical events with free entrance. Prepare for their pop landing next month!

shooting stars

Reyn and Ilonggo 3nity’s tease with Joe de Luna photos

The word is out now. Ilonggo 3nity, the next face of Ilonggo music has just unveiled their fabulous photo shoot with itravel photography editor best known for his artistic photos, Jose de Luna. The man who manipulates his lens artistically has done international stints in photography. Locally, he inspired local photographers with his glamorous fashion shoots for magazines, coffee table books and events. When he was approach to do the first photo shoot of Reyn Callao then with Sheila Barrios, he instantly uplifted Ilonggo music artists to a different level of elegance and style. Jose or “Joe” to some of his photography buddies enjoys glamorous photo shoots once in a while as part of his passion for photography. And when rslphoenix approached him to have another photo shoot with the Ilonggo 3nity composed of Reyn Callao, Sheila Barrios and another rising Ilonggo singer, Cherry Callao, he instantly loved the idea. Joe is excited to bring out the best in each of them and proved that Ilonggo music artists can be sexy, fabulous and stylish with his artistic approach in photography.

rslphoenix and Ilonggo 3nity even teased him that they would invite Joe in their very first mini-concert gigs next month with a special front row seat to show their outmost gratitude for his undying support. Once again, the photo shoot was held in the exclusive high-end enclave of Savannah—The Crest. Not everyone can have a photo shoot in this private community since most of its homeowners are expecting privacy and exclusivity. But Camella is optimistic to show the beautiful facade of the place and supports Ilonggo music, they never failed to invite the Ilonggo 3nity. One of the locations during the photo shoot is the fantastic main model house of The Crest which was said to be the occasional vacation house of Senator Manny Villar and his family every time they visit Iloilo. Even his closest friends and business associates held their close door meetings or dinner in this private house inspired by Southern American lifestyle.

We won’t tease you anymore coz’ it’s time to unveil some of Reyn's best shots and selected Ilonggo 3nity photos that will be used to highlight the release of their new single soon. The second set of phots will be posted soon. The music party of Ilonggo 3nity will start this August at Iloilo City’s glitzy nightlife capital—The Smallville complex. Mark the date: “Fashionably Loud” featuring the Ilonggo 3nity and Jet Salcedo designs at Pirates Bar and Restaurant on August 21, 10PM.

Be there coz’ it’s free entrance!

songlisting

Karaoke gaga with Reyn and the 3nity

After full of week of vocal practice and brainstorming for their upcoming gigs, Reyn and the rest of the Ilonggo 3nity such as Sheila Barrios and Cherry Callao with the rslphoenix music team took a break. This time, they head on for a karaoke gaga night to the city in the evening of July 20. Their first stop is Marina Bar and Restaurant in the partyphille central of Iloilo, Diversion Road where the nightlife strip Smallville is located nearby. They met with the band called “Nytshift” under Totong Villaruz bands at Marina that will make their first group mini-concert gig on August 13 possible. The show is earlier entitled “Please Don’t Stop The Music 2010” live at Bo.Obrero Public Plaza as the Ilonggo 3nity’s first gig together. Plans and full production of the pop event is still in planning stage along with their rehearsals.
After an hour of watching the band played their mainstream repertoire that entertains the ballroom dancing crowed (it was the birthday party of the restaurant owner), the group headed to a nearby karaoke resto. The swinging nightlife at Smallville did not attract the group since their vocal chords are clamouring for some singing practice (sooo excited for their next month event, I should say). For the next, three to four hours, Reyn, Sheila and Cherry Callao, the next solo Ilongga singer to be introduced by rslphoenix music later this July sang their heart out to their favourite songs at the Karaoke. Reyn conquers the rock ballad pieces like Faithfully, Too Much Love will Kill You, Carrie, etc. Sheila and Cherry sang ballad favourites like I Love You Goodbye, All This Time and a lot more. What can you expect from a group of young vocalists but impressive drama over karaoke gaga.
Well, it was a night to remember as they prepare for their first few gigs to come. We hope that the best is yet to come for Ilonggo 3nity and rslphoenix music. Many thanks to Angelbert and Tad Abadiano for the creative support of the upcoming event.

It’s now or never ... (soon)

Karaoke galore with Sheila and the 3nity
After full of week of vocal practice and brainstorming for their upcoming gigs, Sheila and the rest of the Ilonggo 3nity such as Reyn Callao and Cherry Callao with the rslphoenix music team took a break. This time, they head on for a karaoke gaga night to the city in the evening of July 20. Their first stop is Marina Bar and Restaurant in the partyphille central of Iloilo, Diversion Road where the nightlife strip Smallville is located nearby. They met with the band called “Nytshift” under Totong Villaruz bands at Marina that will make their first group mini-concert gig on August 13 possible. The show is earlier entitled “Please Don’t Stop The Music 2010” live at Bo.Obrero Public Plaza as the Ilonggo 3nity’s first gig together. Plans and full production of the pop event is still in planning stage along with their rehearsals.
After an hour of watching the band played their mainstream repertoire that entertains the ballroom dancing crowed (it was the birthday party of the restaurant owner), the group headed to a nearby karaoke resto. The swinging nightlife at Smallville did not attract the group since their vocal chords are clamouring for some singing practice (sooo excited for their next month event, I should say). For the next, three to four hours, Reyn, Sheila and Cherry Callao, the next solo Ilongga singer to be introduced by rslphoenix music later this July sang their heart out to their favourite songs at the Karaoke. Reyn conquers the rock ballad pieces like Faithfully, Too Much Love will Kill You, Carrie, etc. Sheila and Cherry sang ballad favourites like I Love You Goodbye, All This Time and a lot more. What can you expect from a group of young vocalists but impressive drama over karaoke gaga.
Well, it was a night to remember as they prepare for their first few gigs to come. We hope that the best is yet to come for Ilonggo 3nity and rslphoenix music. Many thanks to Angelbert and Tad Abadiano for the creative support of the upcoming event.

It’s now or never ... (soon)
Karaoke fun with Cherry Callao and the 3nity
After full of week of vocal practice and brainstorming for their upcoming gigs, Cherry Callao and the rest of the Ilonggo 3nity such as Sheila Barrios and Reyn Callao with the rslphoenix music team took a break. This time, they head on for a karaoke gaga night to the city in the evening of July 20. Their first stop is Marina Bar and Restaurant in the partyphille central of Iloilo, Diversion Road where the nightlife strip Smallville is located nearby. They met with the band called “Nytshift” under Totong Villaruz bands at Marina that will make their first group mini-concert gig on August 13 possible. The show is earlier entitled “Please Don’t Stop The Music 2010” live at Bo.Obrero Public Plaza as the Ilonggo 3nity’s first gig together. Plans and full production of the pop event is still in planning stage along with their rehearsals.
After an hour of watching the band played their mainstream repertoire that entertains the ballroom dancing crowed (it was the birthday party of the restaurant owner), the group headed to a nearby karaoke resto. The swinging nightlife at Smallville did not attract the group since their vocal chords are clamouring for some singing practice (sooo excited for their next month event, I should say). For the next, three to four hours, Reyn, Sheila and Cherry Callao, the next solo Ilongga singer to be introduced by rslphoenix music later this July sang their heart out to their favourite songs at the Karaoke. Reyn conquers the rock ballad pieces like Faithfully, Too Much Love will Kill You, Carrie, etc. Sheila and Cherry sang ballad favourites like I Love You Goodbye, All This Time and a lot more. What can you expect from a group of young vocalists but impressive drama over karaoke gaga.
Well, it was a night to remember as they prepare for their first few gigs to come. We hope that the best is yet to come for Ilonggo 3nity and rslphoenix music. Many thanks to Angelbert and Tad Abadiano for the creative support of the upcoming event.

It’s now or never ... (soon)

sweet bday

the birthday girl, Gelai (right) with a close friend

Glam party with a friend

Reyn was invited to attend the glam birthday party of Gelai Contreras last July 10 with his cousin, Sheila Barrios. The party took place early in the evening at Gelai’s residence then proceeded at Smallville with her group of friends. The fun party and chit-chat happened at the posh Club 21 where Gelai’s friends enjoyed a cozy ambiance and some party drinks. Later on, the group decided to have a full blast dance party till midnight and beyond.

Reyn and Sheila enjoyed a night of real party with a glam girl Gelai. Happy birthday again, girl!

dawn of 3

Reyn turns 3nity dream kicking

Reyn is ready for a tough change. This time, his musical gifts will merged with other rising Ilonggo artists as part of Ilonggo 3nity. Stories and buzz about this supposed-to-be “pop” group to launch another musical reintroduction are popping in facebook and this webpage. But everything will take form and create a new image of what’s going to get “in” for local music with the coming of Ilonggo 3nity. Reyn is part of it and sharing the spotlight with his cousin, little songstress, Sheila Barrios will form a trio of musical talents that will not only sing live, release songs, post new pictorials but will surely redefine Ilonggo pop into elaborate “pop art” with the use of multi-media. Make no mistake about it, Kuris Animators, the only Ilonggo group of animators who managed to leave an impact to local multi-media art in Iloilo will surely be part of their reintroduction. This time, they mean “art” for “art’s sake.”
So after barely three months release of his first independent single “Seryoso” in local radio that reintroduced his indie-styled music video (we mean soo indie) and the release of his second single “Bahala Ka Na” that’s going to have a music video later, Reyn is still up for another unexpected change as part of a singing group. But we know that this change is going to be a blast. Trust us.
In a usual creative brainstorming day for Reyn and Sheila, they both agreed creatively to do their part in finalizing their upcoming track. Putting much passion and pouring their vocal efforts to give the track a distinct form, their reintroduction is something worth waiting for. They keep working to give their best shot, plan for their new image and rehearsing most of the time for perfect their on-stage moves. Of course, when we say trio, it’s going to be three. And the third musical talent to share the spotlight is going to be a “little dance diva” with a voice and moves to prove it. She will be introduced soon live on TV, on the radio and in her very own webpage.
Cherry Callao is the name to complete the trio of Reyn Callao and Sheila Barrios. Ilonggo 3nity is up for real music.
“Soon” seems to be a lame word to expect their coming.
So, how soon is “now?”

live 4 party

Reyn and Sheila at Centennial Hotel

Reyn Callao and Sheila Barrios we’re both invited for an exclusive party at EON Centennial Hotel last July 3, 2010 for the 7^th Birthday Party of Ma. Agelica Lasanas, the lovely daughter of itravel Philippines VP Executive and Marketing Director, Ivy Lasanas. The event was grandiosely held at the Millennium Hall that started past 4 in the afternoon. The party accommodated almost 400 guests and were all treated with various freebies like face-tattoo and a lot more. Both Ilonggo singers are special guest performers. Sheila performed her debut single “Ginpalangga” and a live rendition of Rihanna’s song “Take a Bow.” Reyn opened the event with his first hit single “Seryoso” and his latest single “Bahala Ka Na.”

The audience enjoyed and got entertained by the two rising Ilonggo singers who willingly shared their music. Of course, they caught the eye of some interested event organizers and important people who promised to invite them in other parties and events in the near future.