Cedric Escobar Is Ready To Bring Feels With "Di Na Ba"

From singing at gospel choirs and entering competitions in the USA, particularly New York, Cedric Escobar really puts his heart in his passion for music as he comes back to the Philippines and start his musical career with PolyEast Records. The 23-year-old artist is set to make a mark in OPM with his heartbreaking ballad titled ‘Di Na Ba.

Though he wanted to go to music school, his parents opposed his plans which led him to go with a medical course at Queens College, New York. However, this did not stop him to pursue his passion which will come in an unexpected opportunity.

He became part of KZ Tandingan's U.S. World Tour in 2019 and also performed as an opening act for artists such as Jaya, Juan Karlos, and the Introvoys. From there is where he met his mentor, Introvoys’ drummer Paco Arespacochaga. 

"‘Di Na Ba'' was composed with help of Paco Arespacochaga, which was inspired with stories of his love life. The song is about asking a girl if there’s still a chance to reunite and continue their story, even if she’s already with someone new. 

Cedric launched  his debut single “‘Di Na Ba” during the first “The LiVeRARY Night.” The LiVeRARY is a series of online performances on YouTube created during the pandemic in 2021 eventually bringing the PolyEast Records artists to us live on stage. Co-presented by FUGA, the world's leading B2B music distribution, marketing services and technology company, the event was held Tuesday, March 21, at 12 Monkeys Music Hall & Pub in Pasig City. Cedric performed his single along with some covers for the lively audience and a few people from the media. 

Living in the Philippines since 2016, Cedric has been trying to establish his music career. But even though he’s exposed to and heavily influenced by genres such as gospel, soul, and R&B, he wants to bring back the 90’s OPM sound. Luckily, he already has a loyal following that has been supporting him throughout the process. 

He shares, “Masarap magkaroon ng fanbase na Filipino kasi iba tumangkilik ang mga Filipino sa mga artists.” 

He says that he’s been dreaming about it since childhood and it was part of his vision board. He has already stumbled upon opportunities but says, “When it does come, it doesn’t always come back. So when something like this happens, I must take the leap and give it my 100%.” Cedric admits it took a long time, but it’s finally happening as an album with his label PolyEast Records is set to be released this 2023 with songs all written in Tagalog. 

“‘Di Na Ba” by Cedric Escobar is now on all digital music streaming platforms. You can also watch the official performance video on PolyEast Records’ YouTube channel. 

To know more about Cedric Escobar’s music, follow him on his official social media accounts.

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/cedricescobarofficial

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/cedsings

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/TrashiDashi

TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@ced.sings

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