JL Toreliza explained
John Lloyd Toreliza |
Birth Name: | John Lloyd Toreliza |
Nickname: | JL |
Birth Date: | 2001 9, df=y |
Birth Place: | Naic, Cavite, Philippines |
Education: | Grade 12 (on-going)[1] |
Yearsactive: | 2018–present |
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John Lloyd Toreliza (born September 17, 2001), known professionally as JL Toreliza is a Filipino singer-songwriter and a member of the Filipino boy group BGYO.[2] Toreliza has co-written BGYO's debut single: "The Light" (2021)[3] and "Runnin'" (2021).[4]
Prior to his BGYO journey, Toreliza was a staple singing competitions contestant,[5] have performed as front act to local artists concerts in the Philippines and have joined the first season of The Clash (2018).[6]
In 2023, Toreliza made a stage debut in Tabing Ilog: The Musical as "Rovic".[7]
Early life
John Lloyd Toreliza was born on the 17th of September 2001 and hails in Naic, Cavite, Philippines with a younger sister.[8] Toreliza grew up encircled by music,[9] where songs of Erik Santos and Sarah Geronimo were his favorites on karaoke sessions and on singing competitions.[10] Apart from singing, he was also a volleyball varsity player in school.[11] Given that he was not a dancer in the beginning, JL's audition in Star Hunt Academy weren't as exactly as his comfort zone.[12]
Career
2018–present: The Clash (Season 1), Star Hunt Academy, and debut with BGYO
See main article: The Clash (season 1) and BGYO.
Same with Gelo Rivera, Toreliza was scouted to join the Star Hunt Academy program in 2018 and became part of "SHA Boys". He and his four co-members were trained for two years under Filipino and South Korean mentors from MU Doctor Academy;[13] vocal coach Kitchy Molina; and dance coach Mickey Perz.[14] In an interview with Metro Style, Toreliza shared that he learned dancing inside the camp.[15] They were officially announced in the pre-show of PBB Otso Big Night as Star Hunt trainees on 3 August 2019[16] and debuted as a member of BGYO on 29 January 2021.[17]
On 17 September 2022, Toreliza received a birthday digital billboards in Seoul, South Korea as a prize of the fan special voting for the event "September Birthday" via star voting web application Dong-A.com's "Idolpick (아이돌픽)".[18]
Artistry
Toreliza have cited Erik Santos and Regine Velasquez as musical inspirations.[19] [20]
Impact and influence
Toreliza was known as the OPM guy and the "mapanakit" balladeer of BGYO because of his soulful singing voice,[21] with Lionheartv.net saying Toreliza as a "vocal charmer".[22]
Personal life
His interest in music focused more on ballads with R&B, pop and upbeat music on the side.[23] He aspired to collaborate with Regine Velasquez, Gary Valenciano, Erik Santos, BTS; and idolizes Jungkook and V.[11] Volleyball, basketball, badminton[20] and table tennis were among of his hobbies and sports.[8] He became part of the Star Magic All-Star Games; for basketball.[24]
On Jun 06, 2024, BGYO scholar Toreliza graduated Senior High School at Sapang Palay Proper, San Jose del Monte, Convention Center. The graduate studied Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics via blended learning at Japan-Philippines Institute Technologies Training & Services, Inc. in Bagong Buhay, San Jose del Monte.[25]
Discography
Collaborations
Production credits
All song credits are adapted from the Tidal, unless otherwise noted.
Filmography
Online shows
Notes and References
- News: Jhon Dave Cusipag. 6 things you need to know about BGYO, the 'Aces of P-pop'. 2022-03-16. Newsen. The Philippine Star. en. https://web.archive.org/web/20220723080441/https://philstarlife.com/celebrity/892539-things-to-know-about-bgyo-aces-of-p-pop. 2022-07-23. live. 2022-07-23.
- Web site: 10 Celebrities who lost TV talent shows but went on to become popular and successful. 9 October 2021 . dailypedia.net. 2022-06-20. 2022-06-20. https://web.archive.org/web/20220620094903/https://www.dailypedia.net/2021/10/10-celebrities-who-lost-tv-talent-shows-but-went-on-to-become-popular-and-successful/. live.
- Web site: P-POP GROUP BGYO DEBUTS WITH SINGLE 'THE LIGHT'. 2022-05-12. wazzup.ph. 30 January 2021 . en. https://web.archive.org/web/20220512091604/https://www.wazzup.ph/bgyo/. 2022-05-12. live.
- Web site: BGYO Collaborates with Keiko Necesario in Original Song Runnin'. underoneceiling.com. en. 2021-06-26. 2022-08-11. https://web.archive.org/web/20220811081142/https://underoneceiling.com/entertainment/philippines-entertainment/bgyo-collaborates-with-keiko-necesario-in-original-song-runnin/. dead.
- Web site: From The Clash to BGYO, look at what two years of training can do. 7 February 2021 . lionheartv.net. 2022-06-20. 2022-06-20. https://web.archive.org/web/20220620105257/https://www.lionheartv.net/2021/02/from-the-clash-to-bgyo-look-at-what-two-years-of-training-can-do/. live.
- Web site: 'The Clash' reveals Top 62 clashers. tribune.net.ph. 2022-06-20. 2022-06-20. https://web.archive.org/web/20220620095218/https://tribune.net.ph/index.php/2018/07/03/the-clash-reveals-top-62-clashers/. live.
- Citations about Toreliza's Stage Debut, as follows:
- Web site: P-POP BOY BAND: Things You Didn't Know About BGYO. March 2021 . pinoyparazzi.com. 2022-06-20. 2022-06-20. https://web.archive.org/web/20220620054404/https://www.pinoyparazzi.com/p-pop-boy-band-things-you-didnt-know-about-bgyo/. live.
- Web site: Blayce Malaya. Everything You Need To Know About BGYO. 2021-12-23. whatalife.ph. en. https://web.archive.org/web/20220629043406/https://www.whatalife.ph/everything-you-need-to-know-about-bgyo/. 2022-06-29. live. 2022-06-29.
- Web site: Metro Style. BGYO's JL (Page 1) by Metro Style. 2022-09-17. metro.style. en. 2022-09-22. https://web.archive.org/web/20220922091745/https://metro.style/people/celebrities/get-to-know-p-pop-bgyo-members/29344?gid=f3471701-1eea-4c51-8c74-c8ec60a87a4e&pid=1. 2022-09-22. live.
- Web site: Metro Style. BGYO's JL (Page 9) by Metro Style. 2022-09-17. metro.style. en. 2022-09-22. https://web.archive.org/web/20220922091745/https://metro.style/people/celebrities/get-to-know-p-pop-bgyo-members/29344?gid=f3471701-1eea-4c51-8c74-c8ec60a87a4e&pid=9. 2022-09-22. live.
- Web site: Metro Style. BGYO's JL (Page 4) by Metro Style. 2022-09-17. metro.style. en. 2022-09-22. https://web.archive.org/web/20220922091745/https://metro.style/people/celebrities/get-to-know-p-pop-bgyo-members/29344?gid=f3471701-1eea-4c51-8c74-c8ec60a87a4e&pid=4. 2022-09-22. live.
- News: 뮤닥터아카데미, 대한민국 교육산업대상 수상. Mu Doctor Academy, Korea Education Industry Award. 2021-03-19. News. TechWorld. ko. 2022-06-08.
- Web site: BINI, SHA Boys, and ABS-CBN's plans to be 'regional, global player'. Bea. Cupin. January 10, 2021. April 19, 2022. Rappler. en.
- Web site: Metro Style. BGYO's JL (Page 5) by Metro Style. 2022-09-17. metro.style. en. 2022-09-22. https://web.archive.org/web/20220922091745/https://metro.style/people/celebrities/get-to-know-p-pop-bgyo-members/29344?gid=f3471701-1eea-4c51-8c74-c8ec60a87a4e&pid=5. 2022-09-22. live.
- Web site: Bardinas. Mary Ann. Star Hunt Academy set to make more P-pop idols shine worldwide ABS-CBN Entertainment. 2021-05-28. ABS-CBN Entertainment. EN.
- Web site: BGYO BRINGS 'THE LIGHT' AS AN UPCOMING P-POP GROUP. 2021-01-30. philippinekpopconvention.com. 27 January 2021 . en.
- News: 전효진. BGYO JL, 생일 축하합니다 ('아이돌픽'). BGYO JL, Happy Birthday ('Idol Pick'). 2022-09-17. Newsen. Naver. ko. https://web.archive.org/web/20220920095306/https://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=382&aid=0001004522. 2022-09-20. live. 2022-09-20.
- Web site: Liezel dela Cruz. Get up close and personal with BGYO as they share inspiring tales, dreams, and trivia bits. ent.abs-cbn.com. 2021-03-15. 2021-04-23. en.
- Web site: Calistina. Interview with/avec BGYO. koukyouzen.com. 2021-03-03. 2021-05-01. en.
- Web site: Elyse. Ilagan. MEET BGYO, P-POP'S BREAKOUT BOY GROUP. nylonmanila.com. 2021-02-11. 2021-04-23. en. 2022-06-20. https://web.archive.org/web/20220620061959/https://nylonmanila.com/meet-bgyo-p-pops-breakout-boy-group/. live.
- Web site: RAWR Mag: The Zero-to-Hero Journey of BGYO's JL Toreliza. 2022-06-20. lionheartv.net. 3 September 2021 . en. https://web.archive.org/web/20220620103926/https://www.lionheartv.net/2021/09/rawr-mag-the-zero-to-hero-journey-of-bgyos-jl-toreliza/. 2022-06-20. live.
- Web site: Metro Style. BGYO's JL (Page 3) by Metro Style. 2022-09-17. metro.style. en. 2022-09-22. https://web.archive.org/web/20220922091745/https://metro.style/people/celebrities/get-to-know-p-pop-bgyo-members/29344?gid=f3471701-1eea-4c51-8c74-c8ec60a87a4e&pid=3. 2022-09-22. live.
- Web site: Donny, "Showtime" fam lead teams for Star Magic All-Star Games; Daniel to play badminton. April 13, 2022. April 19, 2022. ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs. ABS-CBN Corporation.
- News: Felipe . MJ . BGYO, BINI members graduate from senior high school. June 8, 2024 . . June 7, 2024.
- News: BGYO's Akira, JL team up for new single 'Be Mine'. ABS CBN News. 2023-10-02. en. https://web.archive.org/web/20240114063930/https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/10/02/23/bgyos-akira-jl-team-up-for-new-single-be-mine. 2024-01-14. live. 2024-01-14.
- Web site: Nino Llanera. BGYO Drops "The Light" Album Sampler and New Single Teaser. myx.global. 2021-10-06. 2021-10-11. 2021-10-11. https://web.archive.org/web/20211011045349/https://myx.global/bgyo-teasers/. live.
- Web site: Runnin' - Song Credits. 2021-06-18. Star Music. Tidal. en. 2022-09-18.
- News: 'Tabing Ilog The Musical' Releases Cast Schedules. October 25, 2023. Theater Fans Manila. Musical News. en. January 14, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240114071900/https://theaterfansmanila.com/tabing-ilog-the-musical-releases-cast-schedules/. January 14, 2024. live.
- Citations about Toreliza as "Rovic" of Tabing Ilog:The Musical 2023 as follows:
- Web site: Oliver Oliveros. Video: TABING ILOG, THE MUSICAL Cast Take Their Bows. December 8, 2023. Broadway. Broadway World. en. January 14, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240114070610/https://www.broadwayworld.com/philippines/article/Video-TABING-ILOG-THE-MUSICAL-Cast-Take-Their-Bows-20231208. January 14, 2024. live.
- News: Meet the cast of 'Tabing Ilog: The Musical 2023'. October 5, 2023. Theater News. Rappler. en. January 14, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240114071210/https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/theater/cast-tabing-ilog-the-musical-2023/. January 14, 2024. live.
- News: 'Tabing Ilog: The Musical' brings back relatable stories of love and friendship in modern times. October 5, 2023. Newsen. Manila Bulletin. en. January 14, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240114072231/https://mb.com.ph/2023/10/5/tabing-ilog-the-musical-brings-back-relatable-stories-of-love-and-friendship-in-modern-times. January 14, 2024. live.
- News: Tabing Ilog musical version a trip down memory lane for '90s cast. December 8, 2023. Newsen. PhilStar. en. January 14, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240114072730/https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2023/12/08/2317150/tabing-ilog-musical-version-trip-down-memory-lane-90s-cast. January 14, 2024. live.
- News: Jessica Ann Evangelista. Tabing Ilog: The Musical, an ode to Gen Z's "old time's sake" friendship. December 3, 2023. Newsen. Inquirer. en. January 14, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20240114124232/https://entertainment.inquirer.net/529976/tabing-ilog-the-musical-an-ode-to-gen-zs-old-times-sake-friendship. January 14, 2024. live.
- Web site: BGYO & BINI "One Dream: The Journey" New Series Airing on Weekly on MYX, Fan Interview Coming Soon with Your Questions. myx.global. 2021-09-03. https://web.archive.org/web/20210904060751/https://myx.global/bgyo-bini-onedream-thejourney/. 2021-09-04. live. 2021-09-04.
- Web site: ArtisTambayan: Most embarrassing moment of JL Toreliza - Episode 34. Entertainment. GMA. August 8, 2018. 2022-09-22. https://web.archive.org/web/20220922090708/https://www.gmanetwork.com/entertainment/showbiznews/news/84287/artistambayan-most-embarrassing-moment-of-jl-toreliza-episode-34/video. 2022-09-22. live.
- Web site: Digital: ABS-CBN stars, P-Pop idols flock to kumu, a #kumufied Kapamilya. Adobo Magazine. March 26, 2021. 2021-04-21.