FILIPINO ZINERGY

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The Formative Years (1987 to 1995): Metro Manila Fan/Zine History (part 2)

The story began in 1978. It was the time when a courageous DJ known as Howlin Dave— or Dante David first played Sex Pistol’s music in DZRJ (Ramos, 1992). From then on, Punk came and was set to conquer the east. But the total invasion was felt more when the station obtained the rights to air BBC London’s Rockline. Rockline featured top UK punk bands such as The Clash, The Damned etc.(Ramos, 1992). Due to this, a legion of devoted followers was formed.

In 1981, Tommy Tanchanco formed a punk quartet band known as Chaos (Ramos, 1992). This would not come as a surprise since Tanchanco was already exposed to the music due to his travels in Europe (Ramos, 1992). A series of Brave New World Concerts were then held at the Philippine Trade Exhibit Grounds (Ramos, 1992). Such paved the way for several Filipino punk bands such as The Zoo, Betrayed, Lost Boys, Urban Bandits, Dead Ends, George Imbecile (G.I) and the Idiots etc. Jingle Magazine also started to cover the thriving punk scene (Ramos, 1992).

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Metro Manila Fan/Zine History (part 1)

A brief overview

From 1987 to 2004, it is estimated that over 140 fan/zines were published in Metro Manila. Although considered as the country’s capital region, fan/zines are also published in other parts of the Philippines such as Laguna, Cavite, Cebu, Davao, Bulacan, Tarlac, Bicol, Quexon etc. Due to the underground and ephemeral nature of fan/zines, documenting these publications is beset with difficulties. Majority of fan/zines last after their third or fourth issue. Some of them tend to change their names. Others have become inactive right after the release of their maiden print-run. However, there are a few fan/zines which have managed to survive and remain active even after several years.

Factors affecting Philippine fan/zine production

There are two integral aspects that determine fan/zine production in the Philippines. These are the continuous increased of production costs and human constraints. In a country overflowing with talent, it is a bitter reality that scarce financial resources hurt zinesters the most. Majority of the expenses are solely shouldered by zine editors. Secondly, human factors such as time constraints, for example, prevent zine publishers from releasing copies regularly. Nevertheless, this is less likely to affect fan/zine production as compared to the former.

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Unamused and many more!

Ok, fan/zine fanatics, get yourself ready and be amused!

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Digital labyrinth

After long hours of staring in front of the computer and almost acquiring glaucoma, I have finally figure out how to make those navigation bars work, except for the archives button and the comment page (thanks to Ate Kaye). I’ll try to work on those two maybe next week. But as of the moment I am happy since those nav bars did not remain useless. Despite of missing precious sleeping hours going through all those codes, to see them work is far more fulfilling than a deep slumber. Hahaha.

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Zine conference videos

These videos were taken last October 15 at Cuerdas Bar. Due to work-related demands and pressures, I almost forgot that I have videos of the event. These are the bands that performed during the conference.I was too busy taking down notes and before I knew it, the discussion part was already over and I failed to record it. My fault. Nevertheless, allow me to show you a dose of Filipino talent!

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Infinite Brutality unleashes new reviews

•Infinite Brutality. Four different bands, four distinct styles, two countries, one review, one Pinoy zine. Hear what Infinite Brutality webzine has to say about Plasmoptysis, Infinite Defilement, Cuntopsy and Devour The Damned as its zinester narrates his musical experience with these artists.

Kindly contact the zinesters for copies or trade.

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Disclaimer, Warning, Whatever

This site's main purpose is to somehow educate you about the Philippine fan/zine scene. I DO NOT DISTRIBUTE these fan/zines. If you want to have your own copy, the DIRECTORY is here and the LINKS are already provided so you can contact the zine editors directly. BAWAL ANG TAMAD. If you are too lazy to contact these zinesters, then you are giving me the impression that you are also too lazy to read. Enough of spoonfeeding. I don't have time for sluggish protozoans.

Love it or hate it, DO IT YOURSELF! READ, READ, READ