The Juans celebrated their 10th anniversary with a new album, TAWID. The band performed the tracks before its launch at TAWID Live and an exclusive listening party for Juanistas.
On August 29, The Juans filled the Skydome with emotions as they performed all the tracks from their soon-to-launch album, TAWID. Janine Berdin joined them as they sang one of the album’s singles, “Ano Ba Talaga Tayo?”
Apart from Janine Berdin, rhodessa also joined The Juans with the song “Missed Call.” In addition, the band also performed some of their previous songs like “Atin Ang Mundo” and “bestfriend.”
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The Juans Share Stories Behind TAWID Album
During the press conference of The Juans on September 4 at Trinoma, the media asked several questions about their new album.
The band was asked about the process of track selection, where Carl Guevarra, the group’s lead vocalist and keyboardist, said that selecting the songs was the most challenging part.
They had a hard time choosing which songs would be included in the final 10. But during their rehearsals and recordings, they were able to decide on the tracks. Thus, the story behind the album started with song selection, followed by making sense of the songs.
Carl also said that the selection process shows their maturity as artists because some of their songs didn’t make the cut for the album. This is where the band mentioned that the TAWID album might eventually have a deluxe version—where the excluded songs could be included.
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TAWID Album as an Embracing Form From The Juans
In the interview, Carl mentioned that this album isn’t just an album. It exists to embrace their fans and listeners, allowing them to be vulnerable and to be healed.
As they celebrate their 10th anniversary in the industry, Carl said that they’re after purpose, not popularity. They’re not chasing the hype but living out their purpose.
Focusing on that purpose drives the band to always show up and be there for their fans.
TAWID shows how the band is always ready to take a step forward. As artists in this industry, they don’t just want the hype—they want to be remembered for the songs that truly touch hearts.
Exclusive Listening Party of TAWID With The Juans and Juanistas
After the press conference, an exclusive listening party with their fans was also held.
All the tracks of TAWID were played, starting from the first track “Gusto Kita.” Other tracks played during the listening party were “Ano Ba Talaga Tayo?,” “Ngiti,” “Ako Na Lang,” “Naiwan,” and “Magaan.”
The cinema was filled with hums and cheers as fans listened to the full-length tracks of the album. This intimate gathering with Juanistas truly shined through.
Rob Deniel, Earl Agustin, rhodessa, Jayda, and Over October also joined the listening party. Some fans were asked what track in the album resonated with them the most. Some said it was “Ngiti,” while others claimed “Ako Na Lang” as their favorite song.
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More About TAWID Album
The Juans’ TAWID album will be out on September 12, pre-save the album here. One of the album’s tracks, “Ako Na Lang,” has already released its music video featuring Esnyr and Brent Manalo.
The Juans also happily shared that there will be a TAWID tour. Some of the places they mentioned are Cebu and Davao.
Mark your calendars and let’s jam with The Juans on September 12 as they drop their newest album, TAWID!
Photos: Charie Navarro
