Changing (In Manila): Lola Amour On Becoming The Beating Hearts of the Indie Scene
Fresh off their debut album, Lola Amour reflects on the eleven-year journey it took to get them here –– while also looking forward to planning their next move on the global stage.
There’s truth in the saying that the independent music scene is often where the most colorful stories of an artist’s ascent to fame take place. Several indie musicians find themselves hustling night after night, performing at multiple venues across town just for a meager fee. It's a journey defined by determination and passion, where each show is a chance to carve out a place in a crowded and competitive landscape. Yet despite the grueling schedule and modest earnings, these artists continue to shoot their shot –– driven by the hope that one day their music will resonate widely and earn them a loyal following. In the case of Filipino funk-pop band Lola Amour, it seems that all those struggles were worth it –– given that they’ve become one of the country's most prolific (and successful) indie bands. With a series of chart-topping hits and the smashing release of their eponymous..
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