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Bamboo – Tomorrow Becomes Yesterday

Bamboo’s fourth album “Tomorrow Becomes Yesterday” is a huge leap from their past albums. Short but sweet, the band’s ever-evolving musical style never fails to please.

The record kicks off with “Kalayaan”, a very melodic (and nationalistic) song which would remind you of Bamboo’s early days with Rivermaya or 90’s OPM in general. “Blown Away” denotes the band’s familiarity with mellow materials; which was extended until the third track “Little Child.” In contrast, “Kailan” can lift you up anytime; think of a more sophisticated “Hallelujah.” Its music video is just as good:

“Nobody Knows” is yet another jazz-y/emotional song from Bamboo. You can clearly notice the strong guitar solos in this song. Songs “24/7” and “Last Days On A Cruise Ship” on the other hand, are like Bamboo’s hangover from We Stand Alone Together album. The two are honest, but I find them a little softer against Bamboo’s previous repertoire.

It’s always nice to listen to light rock with several reggae notes, such as the song “Wake Up Call.” Another Tagalog song, “Muli” is a fine hybrid of powerful lyrics and featherlike music. Last but not the least, “Looking Out For Number One” is more on the blues-y or crossover side. Its Jimi Hendrix-like intro is very catchy indeed.

Favorite tracks are “Kalayaan,” “Kailan,” “Muli,” and “Nobody Knows.”