Carlos Balcells
| Carlos Balcells | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Carlos Balcells |
| Also known as | Caloy |
| Origin | Manila, Philippines |
| Genres | Alternative Rock |
| Occupation(s) | Industrial Engineer/Musician |
| Instruments | Bass and Acoustic guitar |
| Years active | 1985–present |
| Associated acts |
The Dawn Cicada Cappuccino State of the Art Stabb Azul |
| Website | www.thedawn.ph |
| Notable instruments | |
|
Fender Jazz Bass Guitar Steinberger Bass Guitar Rickenbacker Bass 4001 | |
Carlos Balcells is a Filipino bass guitar player, most notable for his work as the bass guitarist of Filipino rock band The Dawn.[1]
The Dawn
Balcells joined the band in 1985 after bassist Clay Luna left for the United States. He has performed on live rock concerts and he has been a part of seven studio albums, one live album and 2 compilation albums released by The Dawn within the 18 years that he was the bassist. The album releases include hit songs like Enveloped Ideas, Salamat, and Iisang Bangka Tayo. However, in 2003, he had to quit the band since he had to go back to his province to work in their family business. He was replaced by Mon Legaspi, bass player for Wolfgang.[2]
On June 7, 2016, Balcells along with Francis Reyes rejoined after Buddy Zabala who left the band on the same day. Thus, making a quintet again for the first time since 2004.[3] [4]
Discography
- The Dawn
- The Dawn (1986)
- I Stand With You (1988)
- Beyond the Bend (1989)
- Heart's Thunder (1990)
- Abot Kamay (1992)
- Puno't Dulo (1994)
- Prodigal Sun (2000)
References
- ↑ De Jesus, Totel V. "Alarming Sound". Archived from the original on October 30, 2009. Retrieved 2009-10-01.
- ↑ "The Dawn: Evolution". Retrieved 2009-10-01.
- ↑ Sallan, Edwin P. "The Dawn bares major line-up change, brings back Francis Reyes, Carlos Balcells". Interaksyon.com. Retrieved 7 June 2016.
- ↑ Arcega, Adrian. "Francis Reyes, Carlos Balcells return to The Dawn". Radio Republic. Retrieved 7 June 2016.