Manila, Philippines – Singer songwriter Acel Bisa – Van Ommen this week released her latest single “Kaba, Kilig, Kuryente.”
Acel departed from her customary pop rock sound and instead chose to create a sentimental ballad for this particular release. This is her follow-up to the release of her single “My Cure” earlier this year. What made this song different other than its nostalgic sound would be how it was produced. It was the first time that she asked her session band to collaborate with her in a song. “They are session musicians, but I consider them more like a permanent band who plays with me. This is the first time that I asked them to work with me, like jam it together to create ‘Kaba, Kilig, Kuryente.’ I stopped doing that since I became a solo artist, before as a band that’s how we would do it. Everyone has their inputs. The producer of this song John Apura initially guided my instrumentalists to think of riffs, melody, and where the song should be headed,” shares Acel. In contrast to Acel’s previous singles, which used multiple digital elements, she has chosen to pursue a “rawer” sound in this particular release.
“Kaba, Kilig, Kuryente” is a song that Acel composed several years ago. Initially, she chose not to release it due to its departure from her usual musical style. However, after careful consideration, she decided to give it an opportunity and bring it to the public for its long-awaited debut. The song was motivated by the notion of experiencing “kilig,” which refers to the sensation of having butterflies in one’s stomach when in the presence of a crush or someone they are attracted to. “Despite being in my forties, I have acquaintances spanning multiple generations. Others are single, while others are married. Then it got me wondering, and we talked about whether you still feel “kilig” after getting married or as you become older. I tried to remember how “kilig” I used to get when I was in love, or thought I was in love,” she says. While the sensation of “kilig” is understandable and legitimate when one has feelings for someone, Acel believes that the song serves as a caution that it does not necessarily equate to true love. The act of someone you are fond of opening the door for you or offering you their seat does not necessarily imply that they have the same level of affection towards you. “Kaba, Kilig, Kuryente” serves as a reminder to avoid making excessive assumptions or overly relying on one’s emotions.
Acel revealed that she has already shot a music video for her song “Kaba, Kilig, Kuryente” which she will be releasing in the near future. In addition to the music video release, Acel will have a packed schedule with various live performances and appearances at corporate events. Additionally, she plans to release an album by the following year, a prospect that greatly excites her. “As a solo artist, I believe I have more freedom to accomplish whatever I want or imagine as a songwriter. Unlike in a band, everyone has their own interpretation on a song or what to do in an album that we’re creating. They’re both good, but they’re clearly not the same. As a solo artist, my current challenge is to really stretch my imagination and to serve as the guide on everything that I do in my career.”
“Kaba, Kilig, Kuryente” is distributed by Sony Music Philippines and out now on all major streaming platforms.
About Acel
Singer-songwriter Acel Bisa – Van Ommen has been involved in the music industry for about two decades. She served as the lead singer for the bands Orphan Lily (1995 – 1998) and Moonstar88 (1999 – 2004), during which she was recognized for her vocal performances and co-production of songs such as “Torete,” “Sulat,” and “Fall on Me,” among others. Acel commenced her solo career in 2004 and debuted her first album, Silver Lining, as a solo artist in 2008. In 2012, she launched Hello to Heaven, a compact album consisting of 6 tracks. Acel is also a published author, having written Who Would Have Thought? Finding Identity, Love, and Purpose in Unexpected Moments in 2015. The book includes eight original songs that may be downloaded. Presently, Sony Music Philippines is responsible for the distribution of Acel’s music.
SONG LINK: http://acel.tunelink.to/kabakiligkuryente
SONG DESCRIPTION:
“Kaba Kilig Kuryente” is a love song that narrates a story of a person in love. The song describes that romantic excitement and that great expectation for that love to be reciprocated. The music gives that feel of a slow-dance with a playful vibe that perfectly matches the lyrics. The song ends with a twist. It’s as if you are watching a rom-com movie.
GENRE: Alternative Pop, Jazz Pop, OPM , Pop Jazz Ballad
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