Rock? Alternative? Pop? Not really. “Raw” is the term used by these five kids to describe their music. It started out as a joke when they realized that they had neither the money nor the technical skill to sound any sexier. However, this handicap would later on be the very source of the band’s appeal - a phenomenon that the band itself could not understand. The simplicity and honesty of the band’s songs seem to attract a wide spectrum of listeners - from avid fans of pop music to rock enthusiasts. Nelo at ang Tala is powered by: Tonio Sibal (Vocals) - Tonio writes most of the band’s material. His major influences are: Eraserheads, Rivermaya, Smashing Pumpkins, Saves The Day, Oreskaband and Whiteberry. Tope Crisostomo (Guitar/Backup Vocals) - Tope generates the band’s dynamic riffs. His major influences are: Eraserheads, Rivermaya, Sugarfree, Incubus, L’ArcenCiel, Beatles and Steve Vai. Cush Robles (Guitar/Backup Vocals) - Cush is the band’s vessel of sexy licks. His major influences are: L’ArcenCiel, Siam Shade, Paul Gilbert, Joe Satriani and Urbandub. Katty Caragay (Bass) - Katty is in charge of beefing up the band’s songs with her solid bass lines. Her major influences are: Dong Abay, Cynthia Alexander, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Peter, Paul and Mary, Coldplay and Black Sabbath. Gian Belarmino (Drums) - Gian is the source of the band’s powerful beats. His major influences are: Urbandub, 3 Doors Down, Mudvayne and Red Hot Chili Peppers.