8 OPM Band Frontmen Who’ve Gone Into Showbiz
Sep 26, 2017 • Patti Sunio
Bamboo’s Bamboo Mañalac
Via Inquirer
He was formerly the frontman of popular bands Rivermaya and his own, Bamboo, before finally pursuing a solo career. Alongside making music, he also acts as voice coach and judge in the reality singing competition The Voice Of The Philippines and The Voice Kids Philippines.
Rocksteddy’s Teddy Corpuz
Via Alchetron
Even while his band was still starting out, Teddy has long been appearing on TV shows, such as GMA 7’s Idol Ko Si Kap, until he became one of the regular segment hosts of noontime variety show, It’s Showtime. He is also a comedian and works together with Empoy Marquez for their self-titled web show.
Itchyworms’ Jugs Jugueta
Via Artistagram
Frontman Jugs Jugueta is part of the band that gave us hit songs like “Beer” and “Noontime Show” and the Kimerald theme, “Love Team”. Today, he also co-hosts on It’s Showtime and is known to have many other businesses on the side.
6cyclemind’s Tutti Caringal
Caringal is the lead vocalist of the band 6cyclemind, but is occasionally seen on television, too. He has also landed roles in Toda Max and Ipaglaban Mo, and has starred in the mainstream film, Praybeyt Benjamin, among others.
Who else has gone into showbusiness? Tell us about them below!
