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OPM band Singco Mano finds new home with AltG Records

Published Feb 21, 2026 01:28 pm
Singco Mano, a band from Pampanga, has taken a major step in their musical journey by signing a recording contract with AltG Records, a sub-label of GMA Music. The five-member group began this new chapter by expressing gratitude to their hometown community and friends who supported them well before Manila’s music scene beckoned.
Band members Paul Santana, Ernest Suing, Nate Mendoza, David Legaspi, and Gello Roque reflected on how meaningful this milestone is, emphasizing their appreciation for everyone who encouraged them during their early days in Pampanga.
Pampanga-based band Singco Mano and GMA Music Artist and Repertoire Manager and In-house Producer Kedy Sanchez.
Pampanga-based band Singco Mano and GMA Music Artist and Repertoire Manager and In-house Producer Kedy Sanchez.
“We feel grateful and we are reminded by the humility na tinuro po sa amin ng mga kaibigan namin sa Pampanga,” shared lead vocalist Paul. “They are the friends who believed in us para makarating kami dito.”
Singco Mano sees AltG Records as an ideal fit, citing the label’s authentic commitment to artistry. Drummer Ernest highlighted that the label’s passion for music matches the band’s aspirations moving forward.
“Nakita po namin ang sincerity nila, ‘yung love nila sa music,” Ernest explained. “If mag-collaborate kami with AltG Records, we believe na dito kami mago-grow.”
Looking to the future, Singco Mano is excited to explore new genres and collaborate with well-known Kapuso artists. The band describes their musical style as a distinctive fusion of emotions, with bassist Nate calling it “emotional, happy, and at the same time, it’s vibing.”
Keyboardist David shared his aspiration to collaborate with one of GMA Network’s top personalities, saying: “We’re looking forward to making a collab music with Alden Richards. Someday, maybe we can create a masterpiece that would touch the hearts of the Filipinos.”
Though now signed to a major label, the band remains, above all, a close group of friends. Lead guitarist Gello believes this strong connection will carry them far as they embark on new adventures together.
Paul also offered a stirring message for other provincial acts still waiting for their big break. “Look for people who believe in what you can do. Kami nga, lima lang po kaming galing Pampanga. Sino ba naman ang makakapaniwalang makakarating kami sa AltG Records at dito sa GMA? So, keep on dreaming and dream big! We are just five of us from Pampanga. (Who would have believed that we would make it to AltG Records and here on GMA? So, keep on dreaming and dream big!”)"
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