Magnus Haven Explained

Magnus Haven
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Origin:Metro Manila, Philippines
Years Active:2017–present
Current Members:Rajih Mendoza
David Galang
Louise Vaflor
Rey Maestro
Sean Espejo

Magnus Haven is an alternative rock and pop band from Manila, Philippines. The band also described their music as a fusion of various musical genres with varying styles from one song to another.

The band is composed of Rajih Mendoza (lead vocals and rhythm guitar), David Galang (vocals and keyboards), Louise Vaflor (lead guitar and backing vocals), Rey Maestro (bass guitar and backing vocals), and Sean Espejo (drums and percussion).

The band is known for their hit song Imahe, which is written by bassist Rey Maestro, released in 2018.

History

According to the band members, the name Magnus Haven literally translates to "the greatest sanctuary".[1]

The band originally started as an acoustic trio composed of childhood friends Louise Vaflor and Rey Maestro, together with Sean Espejo. Later on, they decided to forge a full-fledged band and held auditions for additional members wherein Rajih Mendoza and David Galang were then selected. The members were aged 18 to 23 when they started the band.

Magnus Haven released "Imahe" in 2018, which Maestro based on his long-distance relationship which lasted two years.[2] It wasn't until 2020 that the song trended after they performed it at an event in Batangas State University. "Imahe" ended the year as the "Philippines’ Most Streamed Local Song" on Spotify.[3]

In 2022, Magnus Haven released "Oh Jo", an ode to a loved one.[4] The song trended on YouTube as the top OPM track.[5] They also released "Maria Clara" later that year.[6] In 2023, they released "Hele" (lullaby).[7]

Band members

Influences

The band cites South Border, IV of Spades, The Beatles, John Mayer, December Avenue, KZ Tandingan, Chris Brown, Kamikazee and Moira Dela Torre as major influences.

Discography

Notable singles

Awards and nominations

Award ceremonyYearCategoryNominee(s)/work(s)ResultRef.
Wish Music Awards2021Wishclusive Elite Circle — SilverImahe[8]
2023Wishclusive Elite Circle — Gold[9]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Magnus Haven.
  2. Web site: February 10, 2020 . ‘Pinagtagpo ngunit hindi tinadhana’: Ang kuwento sa likod ng kantang ‘Imahe’ . May 16, 2020 . news.abs-cbn.com.
  3. Web site: Biong . Ian . December 2, 2020 . Ben&Ben tops Spotify list of most streamed artists in PH . May 16, 2023 . INQUIRER.net . en.
  4. Web site: Liwanag . Punch . July 25, 2022 . AUDIO JUNKIE: Magnus Haven scores anew, Nobita returns, krisostomo and Zo Zo’s lo-fi pop, EMN '98 and the excellent sounding neo folk of Nicole Abuda . May 16, 2023 . Manila Bulletin . en.
  5. Web site: Liwanag . Punch . June 30, 2022 . Magnus Haven's new music video featuring Zeinab Harake trends on YouTube . May 16, 2023 . Manila Bulletin . en.
  6. Web site: Liwanag . Punch . August 1, 2022 . AUDIO JUNKIE: John Roa’s proposal song, Magnus Haven’s ode to Pinays, new Ppop band BOIZ and the cool vibe of Keneniah . May 16, 2023 . Manila Bulletin . en.
  7. Web site: Liwanag . Punch . March 20, 2023 . AUDIOJUNKIE: New singles alert! Magnus Haven, ALLMO$T, Ppop Gen Angelo Garcia & the debut of Pecado . May 16, 2023 . Manila Bulletin . en.
  8. Web site: Borromeo . Emmy . January 17, 2021 . 6th Wish 107.5 Music Awards: Complete List of Winners . May 16, 2023 . Wish FM 107.5 . en-us.
  9. Web site: Borromeo . Emmy . January 22, 2023 . 8th Wish Music Awards Winners, Highlights, and More . May 16, 2023 . Wish FM 107.5 . en-us.

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