Sa panahon ngayon ng hugot, heartbreak, at heavy emotions sa OPM, Lola Amour stands out bilang ray of sunshine sa local music scene. While marami sa atin ang dumidiretso kay Moira or Arthur Nery kapag nasasaktan, iba ang dala ng banda na ‘to—saya, groove, at good vibes.
Whether you’re scrolling through Spotify playlists or nakatambay sa isang weekend gig, there’s a big chance you’ve already heard one of their catchy tracks like “Fallen,” “Pwede Ba,” or the crowd-favorite “Raining in Manila.” At kung di mo pa sila napapakinggan—uy, kulang ka sa OPM experience!
Background: Mula College Band to Streaming Favorite
Lola Amour is a Filipino funk-pop band na nabuo noong 2013 sa De La Salle University, as part of a student competition called Green Music Festival. Yup, college band lang sila dati—but over time, naging isa na sila sa pinaka-solid na performers sa indie OPM circuit.
Ang core members nila ay sina Pio Dumayas (vocals/guitar) at Raymond King (bass/vocals). Sa lineup din ay may horn section, keys, drums, at marami pang iba depending sa live setup nila.
Their name? Inspired by “Lola” (Filipino for grandmother) and “Amour” (French for love)—Lola Amour is a nod to something classic and comforting, pero may flavor ng artistry and romance.
Style: Funky, Fun, Feel-Good
Unlike the usual OPM heartbreak anthems, Lola Amour blends funk, soul, pop, and a bit of indie rock para sa sound na super sarap sa tenga at nakaka-good trip. Their music makes you want to dance, sing, smile, and remember the best days of your life—parang barkada trip sa beach o tambay sa rooftop after class.
Kung ikukumpara mo, may halong Maroon 5 vibes na may The 1975-style production, pero Pinoy pa rin sa puso at tunog. Minsan English, minsan Tagalog lyrics—but always relatable, youthful, and real.
Streaming Stats and Online Presence
Sa Spotify pa lang, they’re killing it. As of now, their breakout song “Raining in Manila” already reached millions of streams. Grabe ang boost nito sa TikTok, especially with users using it sa travel vlogs, aesthetic edits, and even memes.
In fact, their music often lands sa Spotify’s “OPM Rising,” “Chillax Ka Lang,” at “Tatak Pinoy” playlists—proving that people aren’t just casually listening. Pinapakinggan talaga sila ng buong barkada, habang nasa road trip o habang nagchi-chill lang sa bahay.
Influence: Music That’s Light But Full of Substance
While a lot of bands chase trends, Lola Amour stays true to their sound. They remind us that OPM doesn’t always have to be dramatic or brokenhearted—pwede rin namang masaya, groovy, at pang-sayawan.
Influenced by classic rock, jazz, and funk, their music is a melting pot ng lahat ng genres na nagbibigay ng energy boost sa listeners. Pero kahit feel-good, may lalim ang lyrics nila. “Pwede Ba” talks about complicated feelings in a lighthearted way. “Maybe Maybe” explores uncertainty and young love.
Hindi nila binabaliwala ang emosyon—dinadaan lang nila sa saya.
Live Performances: Laging Busog sa Energy
Isa sa pinaka-markadong bagay sa Lola Amour ay ang live shows nila. Hindi lang sila tumutugtog—they perform with full energy and interaction. Parang party, parang reunion, parang mini-concert na pang-barkadahan.
From campus gigs to music festivals like Wanderland, Fête de la Musique, and Rakista events, laging sing-along mode ang audience. With live horns, keyboards, funky guitar riffs, and solid vocals, you’re not just listening—you’re dancing.
“’Pag nanood ka ng Lola Amour, parang ayaw mong umuwi agad,” sabi nga ng isang fan sa Facebook. Their stage presence, crowd banter, and musicality all add up to a live experience na sulit na sulit.
Critics’ Take: Fun Doesn’t Mean Shallow
Critics and music reviewers love Lola Amour for their commitment to genre diversity and musical quality. Kahit fun at light ang vibe nila, di ibig sabihin wala nang artistic value.
Publications like Bandwagon Asia and Scout Magazine have praised them for pushing the OPM envelope. They’re known for tight arrangements, creative songwriting, and a sound that’s refreshing in a sea of sad songs.
Even fellow musicians commend their work ethic and growth. Hindi lang sila “cute band” na pang-college—sila ay artists with purpose and passion.
They are the feel-good band.
Lola Amour is the one we didn’t know we needed. Sa panahon ng heavy news, stressful jobs, at heartaches, they remind us that sometimes, masarap ding tumawa, sumayaw, at maging masaya.
Their music brings us back to the simple joys—yung walang drama, walang pressure, just good music and good vibes.
So kung hindi mo pa sila napapakinggan, it’s time. Buksan mo Spotify, search Lola Amour, and let their funky, soulful tunes lift your day.
Dahil sa OPM, hindi lang dapat puro iyakan. Minsan, sayawan din.
Sources:
Bandwagon Asia – https://www.bandwagon.asia
Spotify Charts Philippines – https://spotifycharts.com/regional/ph/daily/latest
Scout Magazine Philippines – https://www.scoutmag.ph
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