Heber Bartolome
Filipino folk singer (1948–2021) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Gonzalez and the surname or paternal family name is Bartolome.
Heber Gonzalez Bartolome (November 4, 1948 – November 15, 2021) was a Filipino folk and rock singer, songwriter, composer, poet, guitarist, bandurria player, bluesman, and painter. His music was influenced by the "stylistic tradition" of Philippine folk and religious melodies. He was the founder of Banyuhay, a "protest band" that carried the trademark sound of the kubing, a native musical instrument in the Philippines.[1] His compositions were described as a "unique synthesis of rock and blues, and Philippine ethnic rhythms".[1] Bartolome's song "Nena" became a hit in 1977. His song "Tayo'y Mga Pinoy" ("We're Filipinos") was a finalist during the 1978 first Metro Manila Popular Music Festival.[1][2]
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Heber Bartolome | |
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Birth name | Heber Gonzalez Bartolome |
Born | (1948-11-04)November 4, 1948 Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines |
Died | November 15, 2021(2021-11-15) (aged 73) Quezon City, Philippines |
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Occupation(s) | Musician, singer-songwriter, guitarist, poet, painter |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, bandurria, kubing |
Years active | 1960–2021 |
Website | www.HeberBartolome.com |
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