Filipino indie rock band We Are Imaginary drops the official for “Are We There Yet?,” the latest single from their 2026 self-titled album.

Directed by Jam Lasin of Manila-based indie pop duo Cream Flower, the captures the band’s renewed chemistry through performances, candid moments, and visual cues that offer a glimpse into their 18-year journey in the local independent music scene.

“Keeping the fire burning is another hard choice, especially in a fickle scene and as a band that doesn’t really follow trends,” the band shares in a press statement. “We won’t be here without our past members and labels, so hopefully the sends a message that all we feel is gratitude.”

This marks the second collaboration between the band and Lasin, following the visual for “Object of My Affliction.” The band has long been fans of the indie pop duo’s aesthetic, allowing the collaboration to run smoothly as Lasin translated their vision into the final visual.

“Are We There Yet?” is the latest single from the band’s acclaimed self-titled album, released in January 2026. The song was among the earliest compositions by guitarist Khalid Tanji, originally written for the band’s pre-pandemic album project. The final recording retains the post-punk guitar sensibilities of the original demo.


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The release of the also coincides with a celebration in the form of a vinyl and merchandise launch on November 8 at SaGuijo in Makati. The event will also feature live performances from fellow artists in the scene and mark the debut of the band’s first-ever official tote bag.

The vinyl release was made possible through Eikon Records PH’s Rick Olivares and the production expertise of Joey Santos of Floppy Disk. “We get giddy like schoolchildren having our music in tangible form,” vocalist and guitarist Ahmad Tanji reveals, reflecting on how physical formats preserve the band’s musical legacy.

Looking ahead to 2027, the band plans to return to the studio to record new material, with future performances scheduled in cities across the Philippines and overseas.

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Jam Lasin of Manila-based indie pop duo Cream Flower directed the video, the second collaboration with We Are Imaginary after the visual for “Object of My Affliction.”

It is the latest single from We Are Imaginary’s self-titled album, released in January 2026, and was among guitarist Khalid Tanji’s earliest compositions, with post-punk guitar sensibilities intact.

The launch takes place on November 8 at SaGuijo in Makati, with live performances from fellow artists in the scene and the debut of the band’s first official tote bag.

We Are Imaginary is a Filipino indie rock band with an 18-year run in the local independent music scene, featuring vocalist and guitarist Ahmad Tanji and guitarist Khalid Tanji.

Looking ahead to 2027, We Are Imaginary plans to return to the studio to record new material, with performances scheduled in cities across the Philippines and overseas.

Ralph Regis

Ralph Regis

Lifestyle and Culture Writer

Ralph Regis is a Lifestyle and Culture Writer at Billboard Philippines, where he bridges the worlds of film, television, fashion, art, food, and cultural trends with both the local and international music scene.

He has written extensively about artist collaborations, brand partnerships, and pop culture moments that connect back to music. He also brings stories to life through in-depth interviews with musicians and personalities, drawing on their diverse perspectives, opinions, and reflections on the human condition.

In addition, Ralph also writes about music releases across a wide range of genres, including pop, hip-hop, P-pop, and rock, highlighting both rising and established artists. With a passion for storytelling that goes beyond trends, he explores how music is part of our daily lives in one form or another, connecting culture, experiences, and everything in between.

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