IV Of Spades releases Sariling Multo (Sa Panaginip)

IV Of Spades (IVOS, photo) has released a brand-new single titled Sariling

Mundo (Sa Panaginip) under Warner Music Philippines.

IVOS has been earning its stripes in the music scene for a few years now, always giving fans something to look forward to. The new single is another feather on the band’s cap.

On releasing a new record in the midst of a pandemic, vocalist Zild Benitez said, “It was strange at first but I do think that music helps some people to get through rough times.”

“I don’t see anything strange about releasing music during these times. If anything, people have clung themselves more to music and arts as entertainment and comfort lately,” guitarist Blaster Silonga added.

Sariling Multo (Sa Panaginip) offers a neat reintroduction to IVOS music, with a more rock-heavy instrumentation and an obvious departure from previous tracks.

The track explores letting go of old hurts, facing your demons and being true to yourself. “It was one of the songs that started the upcoming album. Sonic State Audio (Christopher and Bri) mixed, mastered and engineered this song. We’ve been working with them since 2017,” Zild explained.

Taking their time proved to be very effective. Despite having a limited discography, Sariling Mundo (Sa Panaginip) still strikes a chord in the hearts of old and new followers. The music itself is enough to warrant a play.

IVOS built a following with a multi-dimensional game plan. The trio’s distinctiveness, particularly outfit and personal branding, excellent musicianship, electronic production and songwriting make the boys the emerging stars that they are. With earlier releases reminiscent of old Manila Sound and the music the band members (or their parents) grew up with, IVOS continues to bring something different to the local music landscape.