Mayonnaise are a five-piece Filipino alternative rock band, fronted by Monty Macalino and famous for winning the "Red Horse Muziklaban" contest in 2004.

Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise lineup from 2015 to 2017, from L-R: Tirona, Regalado, Servano, Macalino, Furio
Mayonnaise lineup from 2015 to 2017, from L-R: Tirona, Regalado, Servano, Macalino, Furio
Background information
OriginMetro Manila, Philippines
Genres
Years active2002–present
Labels
MembersMonty Macalino
Shan Regalado
Carlo Servano
Nikki Tirona
Keano Swing
Past membersLee Maningas
Paga Manikan
Poch Villalon
Jaztin Mercado
Aaron Brosoto
Maan Furio

History

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The band were named after the song "Mayonaise" by The Smashing Pumpkins[1] and were formed in 2002 with a number of earlier former members. They were launched into the mainstream in 2004 after winning the Grand Prize at the Red Horse Muziklaban 2004 as a four-piece lineup. Composed of chief songwriter Monty Macalino, Paga Manikan, Lee Maningas and Shan Regalado,[2][3] their debut self-titled album, Mayonnaise, was launched along with their 1st single, "Jopay", through Sony Music Philippines.[4] The character Jopay in the single refers to a former member of the Sexbomb Dancers.[5] Their next single, "Bakit Part 2", became a radio airplay hit. In 2008, bassist Lee Maningas left the band to emigrate to the United States and was replaced by Poch Villalon.

Their follow-up 2nd album, Pa'no Nangyari Yun?, was released on 2006,[6] with their carrier single "Salamin". The same year, the band also covered the song "Ipagpatawad Mo", originally recorded by VST and Company. The song was included in their collaboration album, Hopia Mani Popcorn.

On March 21, 2008, Mayonnaise released their 3rd album, Tersera, which was launched with the singles "Singungaling", "Torres" and "Sakto". The band released their 4th album, Pula, in 2010 with the carrier single "Sa Pula, Sa Puti".

On May 10, 2011, the group also sang "Sabay Tayo", the TV theme song of ABS-CBN 2's reality show The Biggest Loser: Pinoy Edition.

In 2013, Paga Manikan left the group to concentrate on his own band, the Banat Boys. Popularly known as a 4-piece group, Mayonnaise announced its 3 new members shortly after Manikan's departure through their official social media accounts: Aaron Brosoto, Carlo Servano and Jaztin Mercado, who all used to play with them as session musicians on guitars and keyboards.

In 2014, keyboardist Jaztin Mercado left the band to move to Singapore. In the same year, the band recruited Maan Furio to play guitars, as well as do backing vocals. In late 2014, bassist and backing vocalist Poch Villalon also left the band to pursue other interests. Villalon has since been a session player for Rico Blanco and regular synth player and backing vocalist of Silent Sanctuary after departing and was replaced by Nikki Tirona to fill in his position as bassist and backing vocalist for the band. In mid-2015, lead guitarist Aaron Brosoto left the band to pursue other interests as well.

In November 2017, guitarist and backing vocalist Maan Furio amicably left the band to pursue a professional career in Dubai, UAE. Keano Swing later filled in her spot as replacement. However, later in 2020, Furio returned to the band as a session guitarist and backing vocalist.

In November 2019, a remastered version of the band's eponymous debut album was released in commemoration of their 15th anniversary.

The song "Jopay" experienced a resurgence in popularity after becoming viral on Tiktok in late 2022 and early 2023,[7] attributed to its use as part of the soundtrack of the 2022 film Ngayon Kaya.[8] The song entered the top 25 in Billboard's Philippines Songs chart, spending a total of 12 weeks and peaking at number 5.[9] Mayonnaise acknowledged their 2004 song's popularity by performing it live together with Kosang Marlon, a social media personality who popularized a modified rendition of the song on Tiktok.[10][11][12]

Band members

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Current members

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Touring members

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  • Jio Clavano – guitars, backing vocals (2017–present)

Former members

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  • Lee Maningas – bass guitar, backing vocals (2002–2008, occasional guesting 2022–present)
  • Paga Manikan – guitars (2002–2013, occasional guesting 2021–present)
  • Poch Villalon – bass guitar, backing vocals (2008–2014)
  • Jaztin Mercado – keyboards, keytar (2013–2014)
  • Aaron Brosoto – guitars, backing vocals (2013–2015)
  • Maan Furio – acoustic guitar, guitars, backing vocals (2014–2017, touring 2020–present)

Timeline

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Discography

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Studio albums

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Album Tracks Year Records
Mayonnaise The Only Thing
Tulog
Bakit Part 1
Punk You
Jopay
Pink White Blue
Dahil
Eddie Song
Home
Pseudo
Bakit Part 2
Aircon
2004 Sony Music / VAMP Records
Pa'no Nangyari Yun? Pa'no Nangyari Yun?
Bago
Panaginip
Salamin
Deeper Meaning of Love
Oreo
Patalim
Turn
Japan (Of Knives And Scissors)
5:03
Sana Kung (Ayaw Mo Na)
Drama
2006 Sony Music / VAMP Records
Tersera Ikaw
Sinungaling
Tersera
Sakto
Looking for Love
Bitin
Paalam
Voices
Binaliwala
Skipper
Sa Piling Mo
Ipagpatawad Mo
Torres
2008 Viva Records
Pula L'ouverture in Resso
Talo
Sa Pula, Sa Puti
Tabla
Mahirap
Buhay (Paulit-Ulit)
Dahil Ikaw (Ang Kailangan Ko)
Kapag Lasing Malambing
Salamat I. Salamat II. Ang Gamot III. Dahil Ikaw (Reprise)
Queresma
Awit sa mga Buhay Bente
Synesthesia
2010 Viva Records
Tayo Na Lang Dalawa Bwelo
Tayo na Lang Dalawa
Parang
Pag Wala Ka
Paraan
Porta
Ayaw Mo Na Sa Akin
Malala
Susan
Dear Classmate
2014 Yellow Room Music Philippines
For the Rest of My Life For the Rest of My Life
You Can't Be Right
Five Ever
Live Your Life
Lucky Star
Here in My Heart
Unconditionally
Kathryn
Los Angeles
Hopeless
2016 Yellow Room Music Philippines / Warner Music Philippines (Digital Release)
Mayonnaise - (15th Anniversary Remaster) The Only Thing
Tulog
Bakit Part 1
Punk You
Jopay
Pink White Blue
Dahil
Eddie Song
Home
Pseudo
Bakit Part 2
Aircon
2019 Yellow Room Music Philippines
Gusto Ko Lang Kasama Ka Palagi Pero Hindi Pwede Kumusta
Panimula
Gusto Ko Lang
Hindi Pwede
Kung Di Rin Ikaw
Magkalapit
Magkalayo
Tala At Tamis
Iisa Lang
Gulo
Bumalik Ka Na
Balimbing
Bangin
Kapitbahay
Oras
Hangin
Wag Mo Akong Iwan
Sayang, Pt. 1
Sayang, Pt. 2
Panapos
2018 Yellow Room Music Philippines
Thanks For Everything Dragon
Buang (Album Version)
Anything (Album Version)
Iyakin
Safe
Red1
Tiger
Buang (XERXESBAKKER Remix)
2024 Yellow Room Music Philippines

Compilation albums

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Live albums

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  • Live At The Social House (2018)
  • Mayo20: The Finale (Live at QC Circle) (2023)

Extended Plays (EP)

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  • B-sides & Rarities (2012)
  • Mayonnaise 2014 (2014)
  • Pa'no Nangyari Yun (2016)

Singles and music videos

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  • Jopay
  • Bakit Part 2
  • Ipagpatawad Mo (originally by VST & Co., also covered by Janno Gibbs)
  • Ligaya (originally by The Eraserheads, also covered by Kitchie Nadal)
  • Sinungaling
  • Tersera
  • Torres
  • Sa Pula, Sa Puti
  • Kapag Lasing Malambing
  • Sabay Tayo (theme from ABS-CBN 2's The Biggest Loser: Pinoy Edition)
  • Dahil Ikaw (Ang Kailangan Ko)
  • Synesthesia
  • Sana Kung (2012 re-release)
  • Paraan
  • Parang
  • Dear Classmate
  • Porta
  • Ayaw Mo Na Sa Akin
  • Pag Wala Ka
  • Tayo Na Lang Dalawa
  • You Can't Be Right
  • Five Ever
  • Kumander
  • Buang
  • Anything
  • Dragon

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Giving Body Category Nominated Work Results
2007 MYX Music Awards Favorite Indie Artist Nominated[13]

References

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  1. ^ "Mayonnaise ready to spread its music with 2nd concert | BusinessWorld". BusinessWorld.
  2. ^ "Mayonnaise band to have Barbie Almalbis, Champ Lui Pio of Hale as concert guests".
  3. ^ "Philippine Daily Inquirer - Google News Archive Search".
  4. ^ "Mayonnaise marks 17 years with concert as fans wait for 'Bakit Part 3'".
  5. ^ "Mayonnaise | ENCORE FEATURE". October 12, 2018.
  6. ^ "Mayonnaise 2nd album". September 16, 2006. Retrieved August 18, 2022.
  7. ^ Gil, Baby A. "The first hit songs of 2023". Philstar.com. Retrieved January 27, 2023.
  8. ^ Agustin, John Micheal (January 24, 2023). "The Story behind Mayonnaise's old song Jopay + Why is it trending". Spiel Times. Retrieved January 27, 2023.
  9. ^ Cusson, Michael (February 15, 2022). "Philippines Songs". Billboard. Retrieved January 27, 2023.
  10. ^ "i-KMJS NA 'YAN!: Pangmalakasang 'Jopay' version ni Kosang Marlon, madidinig kasama ang Mayonnaise". Balitambayan. Retrieved January 27, 2023.
  11. ^ News, G. M. A. "'Wag ka nang mawa...laaa!' Kosang Marlon to showcase his version of Mayonnaise's 'Jopay' on 'KMJS'". GMA News Online. Retrieved January 27, 2023. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  12. ^ Severo, Jan Milo. "Mayonaise, Kosang Marlon collaborate with trending version of 'Jopay'". Philstar.com. Retrieved January 27, 2023.
  13. ^ Baby A. Gil (February 5, 2007). "A MYX Magna for Apo nominees". PhilStar. Retrieved September 16, 2020.
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