Quiz on the History and Future of Filipino Pop Music

What term was coined to describe the era of original Filipino music in the 1970s?

• Vispop

• Cebu Pop

• OPM

• Manila Sound

Which band is credited with breaking through the barrier of original Filipino compositions?

• The Boyfriends

• VST & Company

• Hotdog

• Cinderella

What was the first songwriting competition established in the Philippines?

• OPM

• Cebu Pop

• Vispop

• Metropop

Who coined the term 'OPM'?

• Tina Arceo-Dumlao

• Danny Javier

• Eddie Munji

• Dennis Garcia

What genre did the song 'Awitin Mo, Isasayaw Ko' belong to?

• Reggae

• Folk

• Rock

• Manila Sound

Which festival was established to promote Bisaya songwriters?

• Cebu Pop

• Metropop

• Manila Sound

• Vispop

What is one characteristic of the Manila Sound genre?

• Exclusively instrumental music

• Focus on Western themes

• Incorporation of Taglish

• Use of pure English lyrics

Which artist is NOT mentioned as part of the Manila Sound movement?

• Freddie Aguilar

• Rico J. Puno

• Gary V

• Sharon Cuneta

What has made music production more accessible for artists today?

• Live performances

• Record label support

• Radio promotions

• Digital streaming platforms

What does the term 'Vispop' refer to?

• A music festival

• A songwriting competition

• A music genre

• A band