"Phil so good" with JULIEN DROLON

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"Music has the power to break down boundaries and overcome distances between people. It doesn't matter whether people are from different geographic, political, economic, spiritual or ideological backgrounds - music has the universal power to transcend and unite us as one human race." -Julien Drolon

Photography by Joser Dumbrique
Born February of 1982 ,This french singer songwriter from nates,France with a pinoy heart, had a career as an international reporter for 3 years, saw things from different parts of the world  that were quite disturbing  and decided to become an advocate for peace using his music.

First arrived in the Philippines last 2007 and came back at the end of 2009 and decided to start his musical career. Addressing the issue of why he started his career in the Philippines, he responded, “It’s a place that is blessed with amazing musicians that want to collaborate on the making of my album and Filipinos are music lovers”.
For his first album, Drolon is working with producers Jack Rufo and Angee Rozul. Drolon kicked the Peace Festival in the Philippines off with a show on August 20th, and was happy to do so.
I performed alongside other local artists in B Side, a cool venue in the heart of Makati, the business district of Manila. I played “Peace Through Music, No More Divisions, Mountaintop, and Possible which is a song I sing in Tagalog. The three original songs I chose are all peace oriented and the Tagalog cover song is also a song of hope.

His music style is a feel good music which combines pop, reggae, funk, and rock. He considers Jason Mraz, Bob Marley, Jamiroquai, Donovan Frankenreiter, Patrice and Asa as his musical influences. Drolon performs on stage with his equally-talented Filipino band composed of Girlie Capulso (back up vocals), Enzo Queyquep (lead guitar), Joseph Duenas (bass), Leal Nanca (keyboard) and Joven Palencia (Drums).

"Bob Marley is definitely the artist who influenced me the most. His message is universal and so up to date. What I like the most in his music is his capacity to deliver very powerful lyrics in a simple way. To me, he is the greatest artist ever, and wherever I go, I always hear his music - in bars, on the radio, wherever I am - maybe because we still need to hear what he had to say. Jason Mraz has also contributed in shaping my mind and musical style. His songs are so well written, and he very actively promotes the things that are close to his heart like green farming or the protection of our oceans through Surfrider Foundation. He is a great inspiration as a musician and a man."

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Photography by Willie Samson

Drolon already played in Hong Kong and mainland China, at an Asian music conference, Music Matters Festival, which was held in Hong Kong last May 26-29, 2010. He also performed for the opening of the China Music Industry Park in Shanghai last July, 2010.

His songs will be hitting the airwaves soon. it's perfect for summertime!. Actually the first time i heard the song, i was thinking of a nescafe summer tvc :) Not really a fan of the rapping part, but i still like it overall.

I played "phil so good" in my laptop and asked my kids if they liked it. My eldest said it was nice, kind of a music you play when we go to resorts mom! it's relaxing! " 


Julien Drolon's first single "Phil So Good" is available for download exclusively at www.orangemagazinetv.com.

Julien Drolon's debut album entitled “JULIEN DROLON… PHIL SO GOOD” is due for mainstream release in May 2011, followed by a series of tour in the Philippines. Check out more updates on Julien Drolon at www.facebook.com/jdrolon,
www.myspace.com/juliendrolon
www.twitter.com/juliendrolon12

PHIL SO GOOD Lyrics

Paradise islands, white sand beach
Tropical jungles where tribes still live
Land of Rizal and the guitar strings
Gotta find some time to live it here

I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good

People speak tagalog, sometimes taglish
They love to have fun, they know how to live
With a warm welcome, they will make you feel
Like it is your turn to smile and sing

I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good

comma down selectah…
seat back relax uminum ng beer
itaas ang bote isigaw ang cheers
lay back, while listenin smooth jazz and
feel the cold breeze and keep the wheels blazin
cause all we need is a time to relax
ihanda na ang serbeza lets drink some wapak
sige sige dont stop, non stop ang saya
pag-katapos ng lahat libutin luzviminda
tawagan mo na si jo and i will text julien
hatakin na si joven all over again
cause the best thing in life is life and that’s true
huwag hayaan ang saya lagpasan ka nito
take a zip just a trip and take a deep breath
libutin tiaong gubat all by your self
fiyah grill, cold beer, lay back and chill
watch the daet sunsets thats the thrill
sounds cool huh

I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good
Boracay in summer, I went there twice
Wanna feel colder, go to the rice terraces
Palawan is where I took my love
She wanted a romance under the sun
Surf is the best in Siargao
You can also dance up to Malasimbo
And when I need a break from Manila
I got a secret place that I won’t say to ya

I am in the Philippines x 3
And I feel so good, so good

Song Credit:

Julien Drolon: songwriting english part/vocal/production
Leal Nanca: songwriting tagalog part/ rap/ keyboards
Jojo Duenas: Arrangement/ bass
Enzo Queyquep: Guitars
Paolo Santiago: Drums
Girlie Capulso: back up vocals

Recorded at Tracks by Angee Rozul
Mixed and  Produced by Angee Rozul


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