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Newbie rock artist Jessibel Guinto talks about new song ‘Isang Libong Ulit’

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Las Vegas-based Pinoy rock artist Jessibel Guinto hopes to revive the female rock sound in the Philippines, citing artists such as Aegis and Sampaguita as pioneers.According to Guinto, she was inspired by the era of female rockstars, when every singer sang with a guitar in hand, rocking the nation with lyrics backed by energetic music while simultaneously exploring love and life.“I love music. Not only is this my passion, but it is also in my blood. My parents are both musicians, as are my siblings. Since I was a child, I&#x27;ve wanted to be a part of my siblings&#x27; performances. Yes, they have a band, and I&#x27;ve always wanted to be a part of it. I used to cry merely to sing on stage with them. But that is history. My passion of music has taken me to many countries and given me a lot of fantastic experiences. I&#x27;ve had the opportunity to perform in several countries and have composed my own songs,” she told ABS-CBN News.<div> </div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1740618299934image0 (5).jpeg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/>Photo: Handout</div>Her songs available on digital music platforms include &quot;Guhit ng Tadhana,&quot; &quot;Panalangin,&quot; &quot;Isang Libong Ulit,&quot; and the soon-to-be released &quot;Buwan at Bituin.&quot; These songs have served as anthems for her life, drawing on her real-world experiences as a woman and artist.&quot;Many of my songs are about my own personal heartaches, as well as the experiences of other women like myself in terms of love, relationships, and heartbreak,” she shared with ABS-CBN News. Her new song &quot;Isang Libong Ulit&quot; is about young love, and she wants to showcase her youthful side as an artist. It&#x27;s about having a huge crush but not having your feelings reciprocated.“I wanted to showcase my versatility as an artist while also embracing a more youthful side. We all had that one unforgettable young love, and I wanted the music to represent this excitement,” Guinto said. “Because of the universal theme of young love, listeners will be treated to a faster, more dynamic sound that is diametrically opposed to the sound my fans enjoyed in my first two songs,” she added. Today, she looks up to Gigi de Lana, a female rockstar whose skill is exceptional not only in rock but also in other genres. According to Guinto, it is critical to recognize the strength of women in the rock scene, which is dominated by male rockstars and male fans.She can&#x27;t put into words how happy she is on stage with her microphone and guitar.“The satisfaction is hard to express in words. All I know is that I am happiest when I am performing on stage. Performing fulfills me,” Guinto told ABS-CBN News. Though Guinto is creating her future in Las Vegas, she has stated that she would not abandon music or forget her Filipino heritage. She is currently managed by talent manager John Rey Malto.“My life in Vegas isn&#x27;t perfect, but I&#x27;m pleased to be with my family. I left the Philippines wanting to pursue a better future here, but that doesn&#x27;t mean I won&#x27;t go back,” she pointed out.Guinto appeared in ABS-CBN&#x27;s &quot;Batang Quiapo&quot; and the MMFF film &quot;The Uninvited.&quot; She was also influenced by Selena Quintanilla and envisioned herself as a singer and actor, wishing to be seen on TV, in movies, and on the radio.“Lagi kong ini-imagine noon ang sarili ko na isang araw, mapapanood sa TV, mapapakinggan sa radyo,&quot; Guinto recounted.

Las Vegas-based Pinoy rock artist Jessibel Guinto hopes to revive the female rock sound in the Philippines, citing artists such as Aegis and Sampaguita as pioneers.

Las Vegas-based Pinoy rock artist Jessibel Guinto hopes to revive the female rock sound in the Philippines, citing artists such as Aegis and Sampaguita as pioneers.