Paco Arespacochaga Explained

Paco Arespacochaga
Birth Date:21 July 1971
Background:non_vocal_instrumentalist
Origin:Manila, Philippines
Instrument:Drums, guitar, vocals
Genre:OPM, rock, pop
Occupation:Musician, songwriter
Years Active:1986–present
Label:2Heaven Music
Associated Acts:Introvoys, Mystery, Skin

Enrico Luis Victor "Paco" Santos Arespacochaga (born 21 July 1971) is a musician and songwriter. He is the drummer of the Filipino pop-rock band Introvoys. Aside from receiving numerous Gold and Multi-Platinum awards, he also received the Guillermo Mendoza Award.[1] Since 1995, he has been a Zildjian endorser.[2]

Introvoys (1986–1996)

In 1986, Arespacochaga became one of the founding members of Introvoys along with 3rd-G Cristobal and Jonathan Buencamino.[3] Introvoys albums shot to quadruple platinum status earning the band the label "the No. 1 Band in the Land!". In 1994 they released an album, Line to Heaven, in which Paco sang the title song which he had composed after losing both his parents. In 1996, Arespacochaga left the band.[4]

Mystery (1997–2000)

Arespacochaga formed Mystery in 1997. The line up was Marvin Yrastorza on vocals, Joseph Cruz on keyboards, G3 Misa on guitar, Mark Cruz on bass and Paco on drums. The band disbanded after three years.[5] They released the album Jigsaw under Star Records.

Skin (2000–2001)

Arespacochaga formed Skin in 2000. The line up was Norby David on vocals, Jonathan Manuel on guitar, Henry Abesamis on keyboards, and Paco on drums.

Solo Album (2000)

In 2000, Arespacochaga released his solo album entitled Rebirth.[6]

Introvoys (2001–present)

Arespacochaga reunited with Introvoys and they had a US tour. After the tour, he decided to migrate to Los Angeles, California as did the rest of the band. Their single "Nasaan Ka?" was released in June 2014.[7]

Personal life

Arespacochaga married fellow singer Geneva Cruz but both later annulled their marriage. They had one child, a son, Heaven.[8] [9] He is married to Janelle Aguirre and currently reside in California with their children.

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Notes and References

  1. http://www.introvoys.com/paco-arespacochaga-drums Profile
  2. http://zildjian.com/artists/a/paco-arespacochaga Profile
  3. News: Garcia . Cara Emmeline . Alcaraz . Rowena . IN PHOTOS: Remember Paco Arespacochaga of '80s pop-rock band 'Introvoys?' . 14 September 2023 . www.gmanetwork.com . 3 October 2018 . en.
  4. http://hollywoodflip.com/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1167970517&archive=&start_from=&ucat=1& Profile
  5. News: Amoyo . Aster . Seth parang proposal sa kasal ang ginawa kay Francine - Journalnews . 15 September 2023 . JournalNewsOnline . 21 March 2023 . tl.
  6. Book: Samantela . Fred . After one year, Paco nails a solo album . 15 December 2000 . Philippine Daily Inquirer . 14 September 2023 . en.
  7. Web site: INTRoVOYS continues musical journey with GMA International. GMA News Online. 16 September 2014 . 25 November 2014.
  8. News: Evangelista. Jessica Ann . Geneva Cruz cries at reunion with KC Montero on ‘It’s Showtime’. May 5, 2024 . . May 4, 2024.
  9. News: Vergara . Alex Y. . After one year, Paco nails a solo album . 14 September 2023 . Philippine Daily Inquirer . 14 February 2003 . en.