September 24, 2010March 12, 2021

Philippine Shanty Town Jam. (Music)

This clip to me encapsulates the purity, beauty and universality of music. It’s a beautiful, simple moment in time. What music companies spend millions of dollars on trying to make a video these kids did it in 5 minutes with a phone.
Music and technology connects and unites.
Track is Sublime‘s Santeria.

Published by Colm Hogan

Colm Hogan is Chief Contributor and Publisher at DG. He's written books (Ice Cold Nights, Crack Whore Pickup), and made films (Matatu Express, The Legend of 23 Hop, Back To The Zone). His work in historical music culture preservation has been featured in Vice, Now Magazine and BlogTO. He now works in mental health as a Therapeutic Arts Practitioner and Mindfulness Facilitator. View all posts by Colm Hogan

2 thoughts on “Philippine Shanty Town Jam. (Music)”

bb3 says:

July 24, 2012 at 12:31 pm

Thanks for this DG. I am from the Philippines.
And though some may merely see the poverty of the surroundings, I admire that you have gone beyond this and see with your heart the simplicity and honesty that this vid conveys – It’s all about the music man!
My hat’s off to you! Your passion for music transcends the borders of technology and eye candy.

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Colm Hogan says:

July 24, 2012 at 1:01 pm

Hey thanks so much for your wonderful comment. It made my day. Peace.

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