Rico Blanco

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Rico Blanco
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Blanco performing at the Ayala Parking lot in 2009.
Background information
Birth nameRico Rene Granados Blanco
Also known as"Korics"
"The (Music) Genius"
"The Brains of Rivermaya"
Born (1973-03-17) March 17, 1973 (age 51)
Ermita, Manila, Philippines [1]
Origin San Pedro, Laguna, Philippines
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer-songwriter
  • musician
  • actor
  • entrepreneur
  • record producer
  • endorser
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • guitar
  • keyboards
  • bass guitar
  • drums
  • synthesizers
  • percussion
Years active
  • 1993–2017
  • 2019–present
Labels

Rico Rene Granados Blanco (born March 17, 1973) is a Filipino singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, actor, endorser and entrepreneur. He began his career as one of the founding members, and served as the chief songwriter, vocalist, guitarist, and keyboardist of the Filipino rock band Rivermaya from 1994 until 2007, and has been a solo artist since 2008.

Contents

Blanco's songs and performances gained success and critical acclaim, earning himself a reputation of being one of the well received local music icons in the Philippines. [2] [3]

Early life

Rico Blanco was born at Manila Doctors Hospital in Ermita, Manila on March 17, 1973, to Rene Aldeguer Blanco of Iloilo City and Purita Crisostomo Granados of Leyte, Leyte. Blanco grew up in San Pedro, Laguna. Blanco graduated grade school at O. B. Montessori Center, high school at the Benedictine Abbey (now called San Beda College Alabang) and college at the Ateneo de Manila University with a degree of AB Management Economics where he was once a classmate of Kris Aquino. [1] [4] Blanco was an A-student and was accelerated twice in grade school. He was once a Sangguniang Kabataan chairman.

Musical influences

At a young age, Blanco listened heavily to his uncle's records which included The Beatles, jazz and 1970s rock. He moved on to appreciate late 1970s to 1980s punk rock, post punk, synth pop and new wave artists (mostly from the U.K.) such as XTC, The Cure, The Smiths, U2, Echo & the Bunnymen, The Sex Pistols, The Clash, Depeche Mode, Kraftwerk, OMD, Tears for Fears, Ultravox, New Order, Madness, Terry Hall, Siouxsie & the Banshees, Midnight Oil (Aus), among others. He also listened to Filipino artists such as Deans December, Violent Playground, Identity Crisis, Urban Bandits, Joey Ayala, among others. The music he listened to while growing up is largely credited for his musical style. [5]

Early career

Blanco was one of the founding members of the Filipino rock band Rivermaya, in varying roles as vocalist, keyboardist, guitarist, and main songwriter from 1994 to 2007.

Among the albums Blanco produced are Slapshock's Project 11–41, Sugarfree's Sa Wakas, The Dawn's Salamat (Millennium edition single), Teeth's I Was a Teenage Tree and Rivermaya's Free album which won him an NU Rock award for Producer of the year. Blanco also used to host MYX Live . He also composed and arranged scores for many commercials & other various corporate functions around the Philippines.

In May 2007, Blanco announced his departure from Rivermaya. His last performance with Rivermaya was on May 4, 2007, at the Metro Bar (wherein two other high-profile Filipino bands opened the show, Pupil and Sandwich; two spin-off bands of the legendary pop-rock group Eraserheads). It was coincidental that Blanco's first gig as singer for Rivermaya was also held at the Metro Bar (formerly known as "Kampo"). Furthermore, first ever Rivermaya gig (where Blanco was keyboardist) was in Las Piñas in 1993 where the band was the opening act for Eraserheads.

In 2007, he launched a clothing line for a clothing brand in the Philippines, Human. Blanco also wrote and produced an electronic dance music song titled "Control" for the album of Nancy Castiglione. In the same year, Rico Blanco was also cast as the voice actor of Ryusuke Minami, lead guitarist of the fictional band, Beck, in the Filipino dubbed edition of the anime series BECK: Mongolian Chop Squad.

Solo career

Your Universe (2008-2011)

On June 12, 2008, Warner Music Philippines, launched Rico Blanco's first single "Yugto" which marked his entry in the Filipino music industry as a solo artist. Critics and music fans immediately hail it as a "neo-epic". [ citation needed ] The song won a host of awards, among them 4 major Awit awards including Song of the Year. His first album titled Your Universe was released on August 8, 2008. The 10-track CD is a unique fusion of diverse sounds, among them the ethno-rock "Yugto", the heart-tugging title track "Your Universe", the rockabilly/punk feel of "Ayuz", the sweet, Pinoy-folk "Para Hindi Ka Mawala", and the sing-along anthem "Antukin". Also notable is his return to his roots as a keyboard player as evidenced by the infusion of synthesizer and electronic elements throughout the album. Incidentally, Warner Music Philippines are known for disbanding bands and turning their respective lead vocalists into solo artists.

Blanco's live band was usually composed of Robert de la Cruz (of Queso and Skychurch) on drums and Ricci Gurango (formerly of Hungry Young Poets and Mojofly) on bass, while Blanco plays guitars and keyboards. Many other session musicians join him on stage from time to time.

In November 2008, Blanco won the "Vocalist of the Year" award in the NU Rock Awards. In December 2008, he was heralded RX93.1 "OPM Solo Artist of the Year". He also opened for Myx Mo 2008 and performed "Yugto". Aside from his band, The Mandaluyong Children's Choir, Manila Symphony Orchestra, Kulintangan musicians (headed by Malou Matute), and various Percussionists (headed by Iggy de Dios), all performed with him. The opening set was touted to be the biggest in the event's history.

In February 2009, he won as "Best New Artist" in the MYX Music Awards 2009. Then, Blanco was picked by Unilever Philippines to re-write and sing a version of the regional campaign song of Close Up toothpaste, released a single entitled "Come Closer".

In December 2009, Blanco launched his new music video for the single "Ayuz", it features his dance tribute to Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire, with Cristine Reyes as special guest.

The same year, Rico Blanco launched his first album "Your Universe" in other Asian countries such as Singapore and Hong Kong. The Asian release featured a new single "Neon Lights", the song quickly gained the number 1 spot in Hong Kong charts beating other artists such as Justin Bieber, Avril Lavigne, Wonder Girls and Mika. [6]

In June 10, 2010, Rico Blanco Collaborated with PLDT-SME with the title "Bossing Ako" with Arnel Pineda. and was launched in NBC Tent at the Fort, Taguig City to serves as an anthem for entrepreneurs and would-be entrepreneurs. [7]

In the same year, Blanco co-wrote the song "Chemistry" with Solenn Heussaff for the latter's self-titled debut album. [8]

Galactik Fiestamatik

In 2012, Blanco released a new single, Amats, available for digital download via iTunes. The single was taken from his second studio album Galactik Fiestamatik released on July 10, 2012. [9]

Dating Gawi

On October 6, 2015, Rico Blanco signs with Universal Records. and will release his album in a November release and fellow musicians Roll Martinez, Buddy Zabala & Raimund Marasigan will help Blanco work on his new album. [10]

On November 11, 2015, Blanco released a Lyric Video on his new carry single "Videoke Queen". On November 27, 2015, Blanco released his third album Dating Gawi . [11] His single "Wag Mong Aminin" was the number 1 song for 2016 in Magic 89.9's OPM chart. [12]

Rivermaya semi reunion

On January 9, 2016, he re-united with his former Rivermaya co-members, Perf de Castro, Nathan Azarcon and Mark Escueta for a "surprise mini semi-reunion", following de Castro's gig at 19 East, Muntinlupa City.

Present status

On July 3, 2019 Blanco collaborated with IV of Spades with the song "Nagbabalik" and a Music Video was released in July 15, 2019 [13]

On July 28, 2019, his solo debut "Your Universe" was released in Vinyl Format [14]

In May 1, 2020. Blanco released his new song "This Too Shall Pass". As a message to bring comfort to those who needing light and love amid the Covid-19 pandemic [15] and a music video was released on May 17, 2020 [16]

On August 25, 2020 Blanco released "Happy Feeling" [17] and a music video was released on December 11, 2020 [18]

On May 27, 2021, Imperial Blue Whisky release a commercial with Rico Blanco singing the song "Alaala" as a tribute to summer's past. [19] On June 15, 2021. He posted a music video of the song "Alaala"(which was shot 6 years ago) on his YouTube channel. [20]

On August 23, 2021. Rico Blanco will be producing the late Jamir Garcia posthumously solo debut album. [21] And release the single "Paraiso" on September 5, 2021 [22]

In September 14, 2021, Blanco released his newest single, a new cover version of "Pinoy Ako" entitled "Pinoy Tayo" for Pinoy Big Brother: Kumunity Season 10 , the 10th season of the Philippine reality show Pinoy Big Brother . [23] and a music video was released in February 7, 2022 [24]

Discography (as solo artist)

Albums

YearAlbum TitleCertificationsLabel
2008 Your Universe 5× Platinum Warner Music Philippines
2012 Galactik Fiestamatik –
2015 Dating Gawi –Universal Records

Singles

YearSingleAlbum
2008YugtoYour Universe
Your Universe
2009Antukin
Ayuz
2010BangonYour Universe:Deluxe + Kahit Walang Sabihin (2-disc set)
Neon LightsYour Universe:Deluxe + Kahit Walang Sabihin (2-disc set) / Your Universe Southeast Asian Version
2011Kahit Walang SabihinYour Universe:Deluxe + Kahit Walang Sabihin (2-disc set)
2012AmatsGalactik Fiestamatik
Burado
2013Lipat Bahay
Ang Tangi Kong PangarapSingle
2014Panahon Na Naman Ng HaranaSingle
Ito Ang Ating SandaliSingle
World Without StrangersSingle
Time For YouSingle
2015All The Seconds in Our HoursSingle
Videoke QueenDating Gawi
2016Wag Mong AmininDating Gawi
Sorry NamanDating Gawi
2019NagbabalikSingle
2020Happy Feelin'Single
This Too Shall PassSingle
2021 Pinoy Tayo Single
2022Palibot-libotSingle

Awards and nominations (as individual/solo artist)

YearAward Giving BodyCategoryNominated WorkResults
2008 NU Rock Awards Vocalist of the Year—Won
Guitarist of the Year—Nominated [25]
Artist of the Year—Nominated [25]
Producer of the Year"Your Universe"Nominated [25]
RX93.1 FMOPM Solo Artist of the Year—Won
2009 Awit Awards Best Performance by a Male Recording Artist"Yugto"Won
Song of the YearWon
Best Musical ArrangementWon
Best Engineered RecordingAngee Rozul for "Yugto"Won
MYX Music Awards Favorite New Artist—Won
NU Rock Awards Song of the Year"Antukin"Won [26]
Philippine Radio Music AwardsAlbum of the Year"Your Universe"Won
Best Solo Artist—Won
Best New Artist—Won
2010 MYX Music Awards Favorite Myx Live Performance—Won
2012 25th Awit Awards Best Performance by a Male Recording Artist"Kahit Walang Sabihin"Nominated [27]
Music Video of the Year"Kahit Walang Sabihin"Nominated [27]
Best Rock/Alternative Recording"Ngayon"Nominated [27]
PMPC Star AwardsRock Artist of the Year"Galactik Fiestamatik"Won
2014 MYX Music Awards Favorite Collaborationwith Gloc 9 for "Magda"Won
2017 MYX Music Awards Favorite Rock Video"Videoke Queen"Won
2021 34th Awit Awards Best Pop Recording"Happy Feelin"Won
2023 36th Awit Awards Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino Award—Won
People's Voice Male ArtistNominated
World Music Recording"Pumila Ka"Nominated

Charity and social activism

Blanco was a founding Sangguniang Kabataan chairman in his hometown of San Pedro, Laguna long before he started his music career. [28]

Aside from his songwriter credits in his solo album and in Rivermaya, Blanco also arranged and wrote music for various cause oriented projects such as the United Nations Millennium Development Goals theme "Tayo Tayo Rin", The Philippine Department of Tourism theme "Biyahe Tayo", both of which were performed by veteran Filipino musicians, such as Freddie Aguilar, the APO Hiking Society, Lea Salonga, and Sharon Cuneta. He also co-wrote "Posible", which has been used as a theme song for the 2005 Southeast Asian Games.

During his hiatus from music in 2007, Blanco spent his time with philanthropic work. In late 2007 he came out of retirement to sing for the Sumilao farmers who walked 1,700 km from Bukidnon to reach Department of Agrarian Reform in Metro Manila.

Blanco sang together with Imago vocalist Aia de Leon, and Sandwich frontman Raimund Marasigan, on "Ako ang Simula", the theme song for a campaign which calls on Filipinos, especially the youth, to actively participate in the 2010 elections.

When super typhoons ravaged the Philippines in September 2009, Blanco responded quickly by writing and recording and releasing "Bangon", to raise awareness and ultimately, funds to help the victims of the typhoons. Blanco gave away the song as a free download to give hope to the victims, salute the heroes and inspire people to continue helping. Blanco also said that he is waiving all royalties due to him for the mobile downloads of the song, which he will instead give to affected families.

In March 2011, Sesame Street Philippines went into partnership with Blanco to launch the new education campaign called Sesame Street "Kid Ako". The campaign will launch in schools which will use Sesame Street books and videos to help encourage learning among kids at an early age. Blanco is also set to make two songs for the campaign. [29]

When Typhoon Haiyan devastated his mother's home province, Blanco decided to spend the New Year holidays in a still-reeling and electricity-less Leyte and perform in as many evacuation centers as possible to comfort the survivors and help educate them about the importance of hygiene in preventing the spread of post-calamity diseases. [30] A few weeks prior, just after the typhoon struck, Blanco nearly cancelled his appearance at the Sundown Music Festival in Singapore, but decided to forge on and dedicated his performance and talent fees to the people of Leyte. [31]

In 2014, he released a single "Ito ang Ating Sandali" which become The ABS-CBN Sports+Action’s station ID. [32]

Blanco became the president of the Filipino Society of Composers Authors and Publishers (FILSCAP) in 2016. It's A non-profit, non-government, collective management organization that champions intellectual property rights. [33]

Personal life

Blanco was formerly in a relationship with actress and singer-songwriter Maris Racal from 2019 to 2024. [34]

Other ventures

Acting

Rico Blanco is also a stage, film, and television actor. In May 2010, Blanco was announced to be on the cast of ABS-CBN's supernatural-political thriller TV series Imortal which stars John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin, Blanco also sang the song "Kahit Walang Sabihin" for the said TV series. He also starred in another ABS-CBN teleserye May Isang Pangarap alongside Carmina Villaroel and Vina Morales.

In theater, he starred alongside Noel Cabangon and Joey Ayala in the Music Museum and 1970s Bistro production of Jesus Christ Superstar, while in movie, he starred alongside Epy Quizon and Christopher de Leon in the independent film Nasaan si Francis?. He also directed several music videos, won an award for his work as advertising musical arranger.

Visual Art

Blanco also dabbles in photography and painting. [35] He also has several digital arts compiled in another Instagram account dedicated for such.

Endorsements

Throughout his career, Rico Blanco has partnered with some of the biggest brands in the Philippines for their advertising campaigns.

In 2014, he released a single "Ito ang Ating Sandali" which become The ABS-CBN Sports+Action’s station ID. [32]

In the same year, Rico Blanco was introduced as the newest brand ambassador of Giordano Philippines. [36] also on the same year he teams up with Valde Pastilles and released a song "Time For You" which used as the song on TV commercial. [37]

Business interests

Blanco was a partner in Capone's Makati, and Alphonse Bistro/Vault in Pasig. He is currently a partner in Time in Manila in Makati and The Brewery at the Palace in Taguig.

In 2010, Rico Blanco established Loudbox, an audio production/post studio mainly catering to the Advertising industry. His business partners are Manuel Legarda of Wolfgang, Sach Castillo, Allan Feliciano, and Edsel Tolentino.

Also on the same year, following his endorsement in Human clothing brand, Blanco launched his own brand named Koboi, located at San Juan City, Metro Manila.

Also in 2010, Rico Blanco launched his very own record label company, Balcony Entertainment, in cooperation with Warner Music Philippines. It's likewise an artist management company with Ebe Dencel, Raven, Zild, Maris Racal and Never the Strangers, among others as artists under its roster.

In March 2022, Blanco revealed his biggest project that has nothing to do with music, and that he is set to open a commercial space. [38] In June of the same year, Port San Juan food market opened in the surf town of San Juan in the province of La Union.

In February 2023, Blanco opened the doors of Balcony Music House, a music hall catering to different music artist and music events.

Filmography

Television

YearTitleRoleNetwork
2004 Myx Live Host ABS-CBN
2007 Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad Voice of Ryusuke Minami Hero TV
2010–2011 Imortal Lucas Teodoro ABS-CBN
2013 Kanta Pilipinas Host/Judge TV5
2013 May Isang Pangarap Joseph 'Otep' Santos ABS-CBN
2016 Born To Be A Star Host/Judge TV5
2016, 2021 ASAP Natin To Himself / Performer ABS-CBN
2022The Goodbye Girl iWantTFC

Movies

YearTitleRoleProduction
1994Pare Ko: The MovieHimself/Rivermaya Star Cinema Productions
1996IstokwaHimself/Rivermaya MAQ Productions
2006 Nasaan si Francis? SonnyUnico Entertainment, Crazy Angle Productions
2011 Segunda Mano Owen Star Cinema, Agosto Dos Pictures, MJM Productions
2015Liwanag sa DilimAPT Entertainment
2016 Camp Sawi Aaron Viva Films Productions

Music Video director

YearTitleArtist/Band
2004Liwanag Sa Dilim Rivermaya
2013Lipat BahayRico Blanco
2015SabayNever the Strangers
2021Asa Naman Maris Racal
2022Di Papakawalan

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