Brisom is a synthwave pop band from Manila, Philippines.[1] Formed in 2013, it is composed of Brian Sombero on vocals, guitars and synths, Timothy Abbott on synths, beats and programming, Jason Rondero on bass, and Jeffrey Castro on drums and samplers.

Brisom
OriginMetro Manila, Philippines
Genres
Years active2013–present
LabelsWarner Music Philippines (2016–2018)
Viva Records (2018–present)
MembersBrian Sombero
Timothy Abbott
Jason Rondero
Jeffrey Castro
Past membersTerence Teves
MJ Dantes
Websitebrisom.bandcamp.com

The band has been known for their 80s-inspired synth music. They released their debut EP Perspectives in 2014,[2] followed by the release of their full-length album Limerence in 2016.[3][4]

Previously signed under Warner Music Philippines, the band is currently signed to Viva Records.

Band members

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Current

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  • Brian Sombero - vocals, guitars, synths
  • Timothy Abbott - synths, beats, programming
  • Jason Rondero - bass
  • Jeffrey Castro - drums, samplers

Former

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  • Terence Teves
  • MJ Dantes

Discography

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Studio albums

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  • Limerence (2016)[4]
  • Perspectives (2014)[2]

Singles

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  • "Muted in Color"
  • "Unplanned"
  • "Balewala"[5]
  • "Siglon"[6]
  • "Hagkan"

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Notable Works Result
2018 Myx Music Awards 2018 Rock Video of the Year Balewala Won
MYX Bandarito Performance of the Year Nominated

References

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  1. ^ "Brisom". Bandwagon.asia.
  2. ^ a b "Perspectives - EP". iTunes.
  3. ^ "Limerence". iTunes Philippines. June 24, 2016. Retrieved January 9, 2017.
  4. ^ a b Renuel Fallore (June 23, 2016). "MYXclusive: BRISOM Releases Debut Album "Limerence"!". myx. Retrieved January 22, 2017.
  5. ^ "Brisom to launch 'Balewala' Music Video". u Do u. July 25, 2017. Retrieved October 9, 2018.
  6. ^ "Brisom Drops New Single 'Siglon'". PULP Magazine. January 26, 2018. Retrieved October 9, 2018.