It is a useless life that is not consecrated to a great ideal. It is like a stone wasted on the field without becoming a part of any edifice. Jose Rizal
FamiluiarHistorians and I must say, also musicians of the future will now have no difficulty learning about the life and works of the esteemed Filipino musician and patriot Julio Nakpil (1867-1980). While information about his contemporaries is usually scant or sadly non-existent, Nakpil’s has now become readily available.
When popular Pinoy pop-rock band, Orange & Lemons (O&L), disbanded in 2007 after eight years of performing together, that was heartbreaking not only for their loyal fans, but more so for the lead vocalist and creative driving force of the group, Clem Castro.