May 24, 2008 – Campus Aircheck Student DJs had their first seminar with the famous homegrown band, 6cyclemind. Not an ordinary day for all of us. I felt lucky enough for it’s not just getting the chance to spot the band I merely see performing on national TV and gigs, but an opportunity to meet up, to talk and to learn a lot from them.6cyclemind ‘s Rhoneil "Ney" Dimaculangan (on lead vocals), Ryan "Rye" Sarmiento (on rhythm guitars and backup vocals), Carlos "Chuck" Isidro (on lead guitars), and their manager Mr. Darwin Hernandez of Soupstar Entertainment were present that day and were the ones who gave us the talk. It was not a typical seminar having the speakers standing and holding a microphone in front of the others who are just sitting then gradually falls asleep. It was all of us in a room, sitting just like having a coffee. Slightly informal, it may seem, but I think it was the best manner for a well-known band to connect with us. They made us felt like even though they are popular in the music scene, they are also ordinary/normal persons as well. Thus, it was effortless for us not to be shy and easily communicate with them.
Aside from knowing how their band started, how they create songs, and all other stuff about the band, they also gave us a closer look on how the business in the music industry flows. As the discussion gets deeper, questions arise more and more. Good thing they didn’t leave us unanswered matters.
For me, I discovered a lot of things especially from Sir Darwin. His words were such an inspiration for me particularly on how to appreciate music and love them as well. On how they work hard, not just by rehearsing and performing but also touching the hearts of all their listeners; that they share their lives in their every composition. I can still remember his answer when I asked him how he wants to be remembered by their listeners, he said: “Gusto kong maalala nila kami bilang parte ng buhay nila.”
Now, I have a better view on our musicians. It’s definitely not easy to create a good music, unless you share your life on it.
Date: July 22, 2008
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