Tanikala Tribe

A band from Naga City, in Bikol. They call themselves the Tanikala Tribe (literally “Chain Tribe”) and have been around for more than two decades, having started in 1994. The name could refer to their music, which they describe as Contemporary Pop Folk/Ethnic Sound, a combination of strains and influences they see as uniting their differences as musicians and as Bikolanos and Filipinos. Even with that distinct sound, the group does not stay away from upbeat music, ballad and novelties. Their aim is “to spread love of all kind – love of Nature, love of country and love of countrymen, and love for all humankind.” Tanikala Tribe is composed of the following members: Wowie Nabua, kubing, flute, kudyapi; Raul Badiola, tambol, chimes, bells; Jojo Peconcillo, acoustic guitar; and Russel Campillos, classical guitar.