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Neocolours

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Neocolours
Company typeBand
IndustryMusic
Founded1987-02 in Manila, Philippines
FounderIto Rapadas, Jimmy Antiporda, Marvin Querido, Josel Jimenez, Paku Herrera, Nino Regalado
Headquarters
Manila
,
Philippines
ProductsMusic albums, singles

Neocolours is a pop-rock ensemble from the Philippines, established in Manila in February 1987 by original members Ito Rapadas (vocals), Jimmy Antiporda (keyboards/vocals), Marvin Querido (keyboards), Josel Jimenez (guitar), Paku Herrera (bass), and Nino Regalado (drums). Their initial release, Making It (1988), earned platinum certification and played a pivotal role in igniting the surge of band popularity within the Philippine music scene during the early 1990s.

Their sophomore album, Tuloy Pa Rin (1990), also garnered platinum recognition and yielded multiple lasting OPM classics. Conversely, the third album, Truth and Consequence (1992), experienced diminished commercial performance. During this phase, original members began to depart: Josel Jimenez exited in 1991 and was succeeded by Jack Rufo, while Marvin Querido left in 1992 to pursue session work and arrangements. Due to evolving member commitments and waning audience enthusiasm, the band retired the Neocolours name by 1994.

In response to growing fan interest in 1999, Neocolours re-recorded their earlier hits alongside new songs, including the radio favorite "Kasalanan Ko Ba." This collection, titled Emerge: The Best of Neocolours, achieved double platinum status in the Philippines.

The band's repertoire has been extensively covered by other performers and incorporated into advertising campaigns, films, and television programs, solidifying their reputation as a prominent Filipino pop group from the late 1980s through the early 1990s.

Current undertakings

Jimmy Antiporda, the group's keyboardist, heads JAM Creations Corporation, a company dedicated to producing music for television and radio advertisements, album projects, and live events. He has penned chart-topping tracks for artists such as Sugarfree and Francis Magalona and composed theme music for leading news broadcasts including TV Patrol, 24 Oras, and Aksyon.

Ito Rapadas, who serves as lead vocalist and songwriter, holds the position of managing director for the Original Pilipino Music (OPM) production division at Universal Records. His production credits include notable works like the quadruple platinum APO Hiking Society tribute album Kami Napo Muna, Lani Misalucha's gold-certified 2006 release, and the 2007 gold light jazz album In Love with Bacharach.

Guitarist Jack Rufo is recognized as a prominent pop-rock producer and session musician. Known for his original composition "aratig," he produced Kitchie Nadal's multi-platinum second album (2004) and has collaborated with artists including Janella Salvador, Daniel Padilla, Jericho Rosales, Kyla, Yeng Constantino, Rocksteddy, and Rivermaya. He departed from Neocolours in July 2019.

Drummer Niño Regalado is esteemed as one of the Philippines' foremost session musicians, frequently performing with top vocalists and on variety television shows. In addition to performing, he engages in music production, composition, and arrangement.

Bassist Paku Herrera operates his own business based in Manila while maintaining an active role as a session musician.

After a period away from music activities, Josel Jimenez recently returned to performing with a new band in Davao City.

Marvin Querido continues his career as a highly sought-after musical director, arranger, and keyboardist collaborating with artists such as Gary Valenciano, Lani Misalucha, Sarah Geronimo, and Piolo Pascual. As proprietor of OnQ recording studio, he works alongside renowned performers including Martin Nievera, Anne Curtis, Angeline Quinto, and Lea Salonga. His arrangements have earned acclaim both domestically and internationally.

Studio albums

  • Making It (1988) (available on vinyl, CD, cassette)
  • Tuloy Pa Rin (1990) (released on CD, cassette)
  • Truth & Consequence (1992) (issued on CD, cassette)
  • Emerge: The Best of Neocolours (1999) (LP, CD, cassette formats)

Compilation albums

  • Rediscovered (2004)

Singles

  • "Bahala Na Kaya"
  • "Here I Am Again"
  • "Hold On"
  • "Maybe"
  • "Tuloy Pa Rin"
  • "Say You'll Never Go"
  • "Kasalanan Ko Ba"
  • "Sandali Lang"
  • "Makita Kang Muli" (originally by Sugarfree, composed by Jimmy Antiporda, performed on MYX Live 2012)

Members

  • Jimmy Antiporda – keyboards and vocals
  • Ito Rapadas – lead vocalist
  • Marvin Querido – keyboards and backing vocals
  • Niño Regalado – drums and backing vocals
  • Paku Herrera – bass guitar and backing vocals
  • Josel Jimenez – guitar and backing vocals

Awards

Year Awarding Organization Category Work Outcome
2000 Awit Awards Best Produced Record of the Year "Kasalanan Ko Ba" Template:Won
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