I couldn't agree more, Allan Roy. Juan dela Cruz Band deserved that award, indeed. It's actually sad that this is all the recognition they get for being the legendary Juan dela Cruz band which pioneered rock 'n' roll 'n' rhytm in the Philippines. I've never seen the band featured in shows of the 2 major company that dominate the Philippine airwave: ABS CBN and GMA. (I actually saw one of GMA's show that featured Pepe Smith but it aired at 1 am in the middle of the night! Come on, people in position!)
I only hope that more Filipinos appreciate what the band has contributed to our culture musically. Along with the "Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino Award", I pray that the Juan Dela Cruz Band gets more awards and recognition because this i all that they deserve.
Filipino people, turn them Cueshe and 6cyclemind tracks low just for a short while and listen to the roots of it all. For it is in understanding the root that gives us the clearest perspective to anything.
Okay, I would want to stop sounding like a priest now. hahaha!
MABUHAY KAYO, Pepe Smith, Mike Hanopol, and Wally Gonzales! 'ika nga ni Pepe Smith, Rakenrol!!