Bloomfields releases sophomore album

MANILA, Philippines - If you’re looking for an album with an old soul and a youthful flair, look no further than the front racks of SM record bars, specifically the CD that reads Hit the Ground Running by the best live band in Manila, The Bloomfields (photo). The band is composed of Louie Poco (bass and vocals), Rocky Collado (drums and vocals), Lakan Hila (lead guitar and vocals), and Dino Pascual (rhythm guitars and vocals).

The Bloomfields has taken it a notch this time by releasing original tracks as opposed to its debut album, which were mostly covers of ‘60s rock songs. The second album, however, still has its characteristic upbeat, mod vibe but with a Filipino twist.

The carrier single Express Highway echoes the sentiment of most people to just get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It speaks of exploring with no cares and just escaping real life for a little while. Express Highway which was released last March, is climbing the charts in major radio stations. The album also features tracks on love particularly, Panaganip and Sigaw which talk of that helpless, irrational feeling we all get when we fall in love. All tracks were written by The Bloomfields with contributions from their own staff. The Bloomfields will launch the album today at SM The Block. The launch jumpstart the band’s nationwide SM mall tour slated for the second quarter of the year.