The Wuds (simply as Wuds) were among the first and most influential punk rock bands in the Philippines. They formed in the 1983 during a time of economic woes and political unrest, which fueled the burgeoning underground punk scene. Along with bands like Third World Chaos, Philippine Violators, Betrayed, and Dead Ends, The Wuds played a significant role in shaping the punk rock landscape in the Philippines.
Their music often featured a blend of punk rock and folk influences, and they were known for their political sound. Despite limited mainstream acceptance and radio airplay, they found loyal support from independent labels like Twisted Red Cross and exposure through events like the Brave New World concerts.
Career The Wuds released a long-waited debut album, At Nakalimutan ang Diyos ("And God Was Forgotten"), in 1994. Two years later, the group recorded Gera ("War"), an intense record with powerful social and political commentary. The anti-war track "Ang Umibig sa 'Yo" ("To Love You") became a hit on Philippine alternative radio stations. In 1997, the Wuds released "Nakaupo sa Puso" ("Sitting on the Heart").
Discography Albums +TitleLabelCatalog No.YearArms TalkTwisted Red CrossTRC-051985Oplan Kahon (cassette)Criminal RecordsAK-9411994At Nakalimutan ang Diyos (cassette)Akasha RecordsAKCD941Oplan Kahon (CD)1995At Nakalimutan ang Diyos (CD)AK-952GeraTone DefTDM PC-0691996Nakaupo sa PusoTDM PC-1531997Alay (CD)Redverb StudioCD-R 802019Alay (cassette)Backscene RecordsBSR01
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