Papa Obet Of Barangay LS Releases His Own EP!

Who would have known that your favorite radio DJ would release his own EP album? That is what Barangay LS 97.1 DJ Papa Obet is now venturing into. Known to be part of the leading radio stations in teh country, people have known Papa Obet as one of the charismatic DJs who plays songs and interacts with listeners.

Now he is expanding his horizons with sharing his talent in singing and GMA Music sees that and gave him an opportunity to record his own songs. He has now released  “Papa Obet Sessions” EP under GMA Music “Papa Obet Sessions” EP under GMA Music.

It contains four tracks: "Ikaw Lang At Ako," (composed and originally performed by Janno Gibbs), "Kung Mababalik Ko Lang," by 604, "Kung Malaya Lang Ako," by Kris Lawrence and Papa Obet’s original composition "Ang Una Kong Pasko," this EP is a dream come true for him who shared during his interview that the ambition written in his high school yearbook was “to be a successful recording artist.”  

“The EP was inspired by the Spotlight Music Sessions, an online music channel which showcases the talent of Pinoy artists through live performances,” he says.

“Ang Una Kong Pasko” is dedicated to the OFWs who are spending their Christmas away from their loved ones.  “It was inspired by my experience when I had to spend Christmas on my own for the first time. And I dedicate this to the OFWs who are miles away from their families and are celebrating Christmas far from home for the first time,” shares Papa Obet.

Before becoming a Barangay LS disc jock, Papa Obet used to join various singing contests including GMA’s talent competition Protégé. He is also the songwriter behind Barangay LS’ theme song "Tayo Ay Forever" sang by Kapuso artists Ken Chan and Rita Daniela.

“I still can’t believe that my singing career could actually get this far. I’ve always wanted to be a radio DJ, but I’ve been singing since I was a child. I would join singing contests in Bataan and sometimes win. Then, I became a DJ here at Barangay LS and I’ve been here for 10 years. And now, GMA Music has given me an opportunity to be an official and legit recording artist and it has been really fun working with them,” says Papa Obet.

He also admires the discipline of KPOP which he sees Pinoys can learn and serve as a challenge to create quality songs. He is also open to collaborations with other artists which can also affirm his status as a singer. Though he still show loyalty to radio when asked to choose between radio and singing, as he acknowledge his roots as a DJ. 

Papa Obet Sessions EP is now available for streaming on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, and other digital music streaming services worldwide. Find out the latest news about your favorite Kapuso shows and artists by logging on to GMANetwork.com.