Jerms To Release “Party Gubat” Music Video In Collaboration With Forest Foundation Philippines
The song is more than just a celebration; it is a call and a reminder of our connection to the land, the forest, and the people who ultimately heal and sustain life.
JERMS: Courtesy of Mirrorball Asia
JERMS: Courtesy of Mirrorball Asia
Jermaine Choa Peck, also known as Jerms, marks the anniversary of her debut extended play (EPEPShort for extended play, a collection of songs longer than a single but shorter than a full album, typically containing three to six tracks. Artists use EPs to introduce theirGo to EP Glossary), Hiraya Manawari, with the release of the “Party Gubat” music video, in partnership with Forest Foundation Philippines, on May 11, 2026.
The vocalist and percussionist of the indie-folk band The Ransom Collective launched her solo career in 2024 with the release of her debut singleDebut SingleAn artist's first officially released song, introducing their sound, image, and voice to the public. A debut single often shapes first impressions, and its reception can determine early momentum, makingGo to Debut Single Glossary, “Alay sa Gabay.” Following the band’s comeback in 2025, Jerms continues her journey as a solo artist with purpose, bridging music and advocacy through art that carries meaning and impact.
Jerms actively protects the environment by planting trees, preserving local ecosystems, and working with Indigenous communities to restore land and stop harmful activities.
In collaboration with director Paolo Moreno and the Antevasin Digital team, the project combines music and conservation, strengthening the call to protect Philippine forests and support forest-dependent communities. In an official statement, Jerms says the song is more than a celebration, but also a reminder of our connection to the land, the forest, and the people who ultimately heal and provide us with life.
“Tulad ng sabi ni Nanay Erlinda sa akin, ang reyna at tagapag-alaga ng kagubatan ng Tingtingan: ‘Ang tao at ang kalikasan ay iisa lamang. Kaya’t kailangan natin itong mahalin at protektahan, dahil ito ang buhay natin.’ (As Nanay Erlinda, the queen and guardian of the Tingtingan forest, once told me: ‘Humans and nature are the same. That’s why we need to love and protect it, because it is our life’),” Jerms shares.
“From the start, we didn’t want to tell this story in a conventional way,” Moreno adds. “By merging music and documentary, it becomes something you feel, not just understand. Something that stays with you, something you want to share. Because it’s not just about the forest — it’s about remembering that we’re part of it. And maybe that feeling is what moves people to act.”
With the music videoMusic VideoA short film that accompanies a song, combining performance, storytelling, and visual style to promote the music. Music videos shape an artist's image, can drive viral success and fan theories,Go to Music Video Glossary coming to life, Jerms invites everyone to take part in the movement and learn more about local conservation efforts and support meaningful organizations like the Forest Foundation Philippines.
Listen to Jerms’ Hiraya Manawari EPEPShort for extended play, a collection of songs longer than a single but shorter than a full album, typically containing three to six tracks. Artists use EPs to introduce theirGo to EP Glossary below:
The “Party Gubat” music videoMusic VideoA short film that accompanies a song, combining performance, storytelling, and visual style to promote the music. Music videos shape an artist's image, can drive viral success and fan theories,Go to Music Video Glossary premiere will be followed by the release of the “Party Gubat Remix” by Mesklun on May 22.
Frequently Asked Questions
Jerms, also known as Jermaine Choa Peck, is recognized as the vocalist and percussionist of the indie-folk band The Ransom Collective who launched her solo career in 2024.
The music video marks the anniversary of her debut extended play, Hiraya Manawari, while actively bridging meaningful music with environmental conservation and advocacy.
She partnered directly with the Forest Foundation Philippines alongside director Paolo Moreno and the Antevasin Digital team to strengthen the call for protecting local forests.
The track serves as a powerful reminder of humanity’s deep connection to the land, the forests, and the local communities who work to heal and sustain life.
The visual project was directed by Paolo Moreno, merging music and documentary filmmaking techniques to create a visceral experience that encourages people to take action.
