Recent update
- Babangon Ako’t Dudurugin Kita Theme Song
- WELCOME TO TAIWAN Sept 2007
- WALANG YAMAN (MAS HIHIGIT SA’YO)
- WALANG YAMAN (ACOUSTIC VERSION)
- WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT ME?
- DO YOU WANT TO HEAR SONGS FROM MY ALBUM KUNG ALAM MO LANG?
- 12th ANNUAL ASIA - PACIFIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS
- ACCORDING TO WORDPRESS.COM
- My Press Release (tagal na 2, sinipag lang)
- 18th ALIW AWARDS NOMINEES
Babangon Ako’t Dudurugin Kita Theme Song
April 1st, 2008 by garrycruz
I’m proud to be an adopted kapuso. hehehe! Composer na ako hahaha! GMA7 has given me another project through this hit Telenovela Babangon Ako’t Dudurugin Kita. I collaborated with Tata Betita another genius in making theme songs for GMA which happens to be a good friend of mine. I made the music and he put the lyrics, actually it has two versions.Sana Bukas Na and Kung Sana Bukas which is used frequently. This time I’m not a singer but the composer. It was Pinoy pop superstar champ Maricris Garcia who gave a life to the song and together with the sentimental musical arrangement of Mr. Albert Tamayo. More projects from GMA hopefully!
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WELCOME TO TAIWAN Sept 2007
April 1st, 2008 by garrycruz
This is my 2nd International Competition. First is in Australia last 2003 and This time in Taiwan. I interpreted a song composed by Miss Bernadette Gutier
rez entitled 
WHERE IS HEAVEN. This is a Buddhist Hymn Song Writing competition, actually all song entries are based to Master Hsing Yun’s poems and writings. I’m very 
thankful to the composer for choosing me to interpret her song. The song only got recognition but we got the Best in Singing Award So hurray for us!
As for my stay in Taiwan. Well, we didn’t enjoyed it that much coz we are so loaded with schedules. We visited some nice spots and historical venues including some great temples and thats it.We stayed in Temples most of the time as our hotel which i commended coz they are so nice and clean. And then i became a vegetarian for almost a month coz meet is a Big NO NO for Buddhist especially the Monks! But we skip and sneak out side to eat chicken, pizza and burger if we have a chance and if the Monks are not around hehehehe! You know pinoys are, finding ways just to satisfy their cravings hahaha!Well, hope to be back in Taiwan and i"ll make sure that this time im gonna get some fun.
You can see and hear the song presentation on Youtube just type Garry Cruz - Where is Heaven or visit my friendster account.
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WALANG YAMAN (MAS HIHIGIT SA’YO)
July 19th, 2007 by garrycruz
Ano ba ang hanap mo
Pwede bang katulad ko
Ang ibigin mo, oh
‘Di mo na kailangan pang
Pumunta sa dulo ng walang hanggan
Para sumaya
REFRAIN
Ipikit mo lang ang ‘yong mata
Ang puso mo’ng makakakita
Ng yamang ‘di inaasahan
CHORUS
Ika’y ginto sa puso ko
Sana ito’y malaman mo
Wala nang yaman sa mundo
Ang mas hihigit sa ‘yo
Wala nang hahanapin pa
Sa ‘yo ako’y kumpleto na
Sana’y malaman mo ito
Walang yamang mas hihigit sa ‘yo
Iwan mo na ang nagdaan
Matutong huwag muling masaktan ang damdamin
Ako’y iyong pansinin
‘Di man ako tulad nila
Walang porma, walang pera
Pero mahal kita, ika’y mahalaga at iingatan pa
[Repeat REFRAIN]
[Repeat CHORUS]
Sana’y malaman mo
Walang yamang mas hihigit sa ‘yo
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WALANG YAMAN (ACOUSTIC VERSION)
April 26th, 2007 by garrycruz
Hi again people! I’d like to post the song entitled, “Walang Yaman”, which I sang for the GMA hit series, “Asian Treasures”. Actually, there are two versions of this song. The rock version was sang by Cueshe and the acoustic version was sang by me. The song was acoustically arranged by Mr. Jun Tamayo. Many of you are probably familiar with this song already… so here’s a chance for you to sing along to the melody. For those who have not heard this song yet, I hope you enjoy listening to it for the first time!
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/3/12/877044/Garry%20Cruz%20Music/Walang%20Yaman.mp3
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WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT ME?
March 20th, 2007 by garrycruz
SCREEN NAME: GARRY CRUZ
FULL NAME: Gerardo Canlas Cruz
ADDRESS: 54 Galicia St. Bangkulasi Navotas Metro Manila
PESONAL & PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:
Status: Single
Complexion: Fair
Weight: 155 lbs.
Height: 5′8"
LANGUAGES/DIALECTS:
English, Tagalog,
HOBBIES/INTERESTS:
Singing, Dancing, Acting.
TRAINING HISTORY:
G.A.P.H.S Choral Group
Jose Rizal H.S. Glee Club
U.E. — Dulaang Kayumanggi Ensamble (Music-chairman, Dancing and Acting workshop for students.
JOB HISTORY
-Vocal Coach , Background Vocals and Vocal Arranger (Various Record Labels)
-Vocal Coach (VIVA Talents and GMA7 TV Shows)
-Vocal Sessionist (Multiplex, Commercial and Political Jingles, Soundtracks, Station IDs)
-Polycosmic Koocooz Dancer (Polycosmic Rec. Inhouse Dancer way back 1993)
-Vocal Trainor (Imelda Papin Performing Arts Center)
-Session Artist (PRODIGI Music)
-Bulacan Cable Channel Sa Bawat Hampas Ng Alon- Tele Serye (Supporting Act)
-Featured Film - Isang Lahi, Isang Dugo (Supporting Act)
-Imelda Papin Concert Tours — Local and Abroad ( Regular Front Act )
-Dimensions Creative Works, Video production and Event Management Company (Associate Producer , Talent)
-Featured Artist — ( Sama-samang Tinig Sa Iisang Himig The Album) with Imelda Papin
-Featured Artist —-Tunog Kalye vol.2 The Album for the songs Mahal Kita, Higit Sa Lahat and Ako’y Narito- tagalong adaptation of More Than You’ll Ever Know and I Will Be Here under Dyna Records
-Featured Artist — Nahigugma Cebuano (Various Artist Visayan Album) vol.2 for The songs Ihatag Ko Ang Tanan and Kasing Kasing Kong Nagahulat both composed by Jimmy Borja under Able Music
-Featured Artist—Bag-ong Binisayang Labsongs The Album for the song Kapugngan Ko Ba? By Jimmy Borja under Harmony Music
-Featured Artist — Interscholastic The Album (Duet with Master Rapper Francis Magalona) under BMG Records Pilipinas
-Featured Artist—There’s No Place Like Home (OFW Album) under Galaxy Rec.
Recording Artist of BMG RECORDS Pilipinas ( Kung Alam Mo Lang —Garry Cruz)
Performed at numerous venues as solo or with other artists in almost every hotel, music bar, lounge, province and town across the nation and has appeared as guest performer or actor in numerous television shows for GMA7, ABS CBN2, RPN9, IBC13 and PTV4. Collaborated with composers like Ferdie Gardon, Edwin Marollado Jimmy Borja to name a few. Has done shows and concerts not just locally but also in HONG KONG, All over UNITED STATES and AUSTRALIA .
He also did some commercial jingles and endorsements, radio station ID’s, movie themesongs, tv program soundtracks from various channels. Recently he sang the theme song for KAKABA KABOO (gma7) and the accoutic version of ASIAN TRESURES theme song aired on GMA 7 starring Robin Padilla and Angel Locsin.
His singles in his album KUNG ALAM MO LANG. Is making waves in diffrent Radio and TV Station around the country and being used as sountracks in programs such as DAISY SIETE(season 1), CLICK,KAYA NI MISTER AT KAYA NI MISIS ect..
RECOGNITION AND CITATIONS:
Grand Champion —Navotas Amateur Singing Contest
Grand Champion—For two consecutive year in TUKLAS AWIT at Jose Rizal Arellano University’s Songfestival
1st Placer—Tondo Manila Amateur Singing Contest
Outstanding Youth Achievement Award for Entertainment by S.K. Navotas Chapter (1992)
Outstanding Achievement Award in the Promotion of Music by UCSCA-DKE of the University of the East (1992)
Finalist —Department of Tourism Regional Musika Manila Festival held in Iloilo City (1995)
Finalist —Department of Tourism Regional Musika Manila Festival held at Westin Philippine Plaza (1996)
Judge—Chairman of the Board Starsearch sa 9 (RPN 9) Grand Finals (1996)
Screening Committee —Phil. Association of Record Industry (PARI) Annual AWIT AWARDS (1995)
Judge— Phil. Association of Record Industry (PARI) Annual AWIT AWARDS (1996)
Nomination (Interpreter) —2000 AWIT AWARDS for BEST REGIONAL SONG ( Kapugngan Ko Ba? By Jimmy Borja)
Citation — AFP anniversary (2003)
Nomination — BEST NEW MALE ARTIST at THE ALIW WARDS
2005 BEST NEW MALE DISCOVERY — ASIA-PACIFIC EXELLENCE AWARD 2005
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DO YOU WANT TO HEAR SONGS FROM MY ALBUM KUNG ALAM MO LANG?
March 13th, 2007 by garrycruz
HEY, JUST CLICK THIS!
ALA-ALA
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/3/12/877044/Garry%20Cruz%20Music/Ala-Ala.mp3
KAHIT MALI ANG PUSO
http://www.fileden.com/files/2006/11/28/433332/Kahit%20Mali%20Ang%20Puso%20%28Garry%20Cruz%29.mp3
KUNG ALAM MO LANG
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/3/12/877044/Garry%20Cruz%20Music/Kung%20Alam%20Mo%20Lang.mp3
BUONG BUHAY KO
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/3/12/877044/Garry%20Cruz%20Music/Buong%20Buhay%20Ko.mp3
INIIBIG KITA
http://www.fileden.com/files/2007/3/12/877044/Garry%20Cruz%20Music/Iniibig%20Kita.mp3
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12th ANNUAL ASIA - PACIFIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS
March 1st, 2007 by garrycruz
THE 12TH ANNUAL ASIA-PACIFIC EXCELLENCE AWARD
Wow My first award given by the members of the 12th Annual Asia-Pacific Excellence Awards held last June 9, 2005 at the AFP Theater (Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City). This award is given to those individuals and companies who shows greatness and excellence in th
eir own fields.
At first i was told to perform at the awards night. Though a bit nervous and excited i was not expecting anything and i know that i won’t be receiving any talent fee coz its a sponsor thing they said. Honored was i coz all the performers are famous and big celebrities. I was curious that night because all the artist who performed before me have received the award in thei
r own categories.Then my time comes, after singing the EMCEE ask me to stay at the stage and to my surprise they awarded me THE BEST MALE DISCOVERY. I can’t believe it!! my very first, my heart i full of joy and overwelmed. I had nominations and citations before but this is something. Well, they gave it to me so all i can say is Thanks and Praise the Lord!
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ACCORDING TO WORDPRESS.COM
February 20th, 2007 by garrycruz
Kahit Mali Ang Puso
Every now and then, I’d like to feature artists whom I believe… given the proper opportunity and break, could make it big in the Philippine entertainment industry.
With that being said, I’d like to start out by featuring one of my good friends who has been doing the rounds in the music scene for sometime already.
His name is Garry Cruz. Maybe a few of you have heard about him… probably even listened to his songs. Somewhat of a journeyman, Garry has done numerous gigs in the Metro area and select provinces as well.
His album’s been out for quite a while under BMG Records which I believe could’ve been given a little more promotional support.
Anyhow, one of the songs in his self-titled album is called, "Kahit Mali ang Puso", which he himself composed. A very heart-warming and very commercial tune that I’m sure most pinoys will love listening to.
We Filipinos are hopeless romantics… sentimentalists… we even love to sulk in our own lovestruck sorrow while listening to painful, tear-jerking melodies over and over again. Well, if you find yourself nodding to this fact, then you’re going to love this song. Enjoy.
[audio=http://www.fileden.com/files/2006/11/28/433332/Kahit%20Mali%20Ang%20Puso%20%28Garry%20Cruz%29.mp3]
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My Press Release (tagal na 2, sinipag lang)
February 20th, 2007 by garrycruz
Meet Garry Cruz. This former demo and multiplex artist is making waves as he releases his debut album, Kung Alam Mo Lang, under BMG Records Pilipinas. His first single of the same title has been garnering a string of airplay from the country’s top radio stations and requests from listeners.
Originally an entry to Metropop, the single Kung Alam Mo Lang was one of demos Garry did for composer Bong Fernandez. Many singers have expressed interest with the song but he only wanted Garry to sing it. And it worked.
This guy is truly one singer the country can be proud of. Last year, he was chosen as one of the ten finalist in the prestigious Marickville RSL Australian Open, one of the biggest international talent searches in Australia. He competed with over forty contestants all over the world, which also included singer Dulce, who bagged the second prize plum.
To think Garry Cruz almost left the country for good.
"Nothing is happening with my career here so I considered migrating to Australia. But then, BMG heard my demo and the rest his history," Garry said.
The country could have lost another great talent had he pursued his decision.
His love affair with singing began during his elementary days where he frequently joined singing contests whether in school or in barangay fiestas. Garry’s voice was further honed when he became a member of his school choir from elementary up to college. Aside from doing demos for various composers, Garry also shared his talent with other aspiring artists as a vocal coach.
Kung Alam Mo Lang also contains original ballads such "Alaala", "Buong Buhay Ko", and "Iniibig Kita (Pangarap Ko’y Isang Katulad Mo)". Karaoke lovers would have a grand time since minus one version of the tracks is also included in this album. For this album Garry collaborated with composers like Lito Camo and Edwin Marollano. This album also showcases his songwriting skills with his composition
"Kahit Mali ang Puso."
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18th ALIW AWARDS NOMINEES
August 7th, 2005 by garrycruz
The 18th Annual Aliw Awards gives recognition and honor to the best live performers of the local music industry on August 3, 2005 at the Fiesta Pavilion of the Manila Hotel. A production of Maxi-Media International for the Aliw Awards Foundation Inc., the ceremony promises to bring the brightest and the biggest pop concert artists in an evening of glamour, excellence and excitement.
This will be aired in a two-part series on August 5 and 7, 7:00 p.m., over ABC Channel 5.
Below is the complete list of this year’s nominees for all categories:
Best Performer (Male) in Hotel, Music Lounges and Bars
Luke Mejares
Jimmy Bondoc
Nyoy Volante
Ronnie D
Robert Seña
Arthur Manuntag
Best Performer (Female) in Hotel, Music Lounges and Bars
Nina
Ana Fegi
Aliya Parcs
Faith Cuneta
Shanice Michaels
Ladine Roxas
Best Performer (Classic) in Hotel, Music Lounges and Bars
AngForgettables
Spirit of 67
Route 70
Area One
Rockin Revival Replay
Best Performer (Pop) in Hotel, Music Lounges and Bars
MYMP
Barbie’s Cradle
Akafellas
Parokya Ni Edgar
K and the Boxers
Best Major Concert (Male)
Gary Valenciano “Thankful”
Michael V. “Show Ko ‘To”
Christian Bautista “Colour Everywhere”
Ogie Alcasid “B Day Concert”
Martin Nievera “All You Need Is Love”
Jay R “GameFace Reload”
Best Major Concert (Female)
Kyla “Not Just Your Ordinary Girl”
Regine Velasquez “Reigning Still”
Lea Salonga “Home For Christmas”
Pops Fernandez “IT Girl”
Rachelle Ann Go “The Ultimate Champion”
Best Major Concert (Group)
Bamboo
Parokya Ni Edgar
Rivermaya
South Border
Best Major Concert (Collaboration)
Erik Santos & Ai Ai delas Alas “The Comedy Queen & The Prince of Pop”
Kitchie Nadal & Rivermaya
Christian Bautista, Kitchie Nadal, Paolo Santos “Pop Ko To”
Sarah, Rachel Ann, Erik Santos “Night of the Champion”
Regine Velasquez & Pops Fernandez “Queens On Fire”
Best Performance In A Concert (Male)
Christian Bautista
Martin Nievera
Erik Santos
Luke Mejares
Nyoy Volante
Best Performance In A Concert (Female)
Ayen Munji Laurel
Kitchie Nadal
Vina Morales
Geneva Cruz
Jaya
Sheryn Regis
Collaboration In A Concert
Jaya & Elizabeth Ramsey “The Best of Both”
Zsa Zsa Padilla & Karylle “K to Z”
Nyoy Volante & Nina “El Niño, La Nina”
Leo Valdez & Verni Varga “The Engineer & The Vamp”
Marissa Sanchez, Ara Mina, Jessa Zaragosa “Soul Sister Act”
Best Musical Director
Gerard Salonga - “Home For Christmas”
Homer Flores - “Colour Everywhere”,“IT Girl”, “Queens On Fire”, “Pinoy Idols”
Mark Lopez - “B Day Concert”, “Night of the Champion”
Raul Mitra - “Reigning Still”, “Queens On Fire”, “Not Just Your Ordinary Girl”
Louie Ocampo - “All You Need Is Love”
Mon Faustino - “Thankful”
Dean Arriola - “Kitchie Nadal & Rivermaya in “Pop Ko To”
Jimmy Antiporda - “Soul Sister Act”
Best Concert Stage Director
Audie Gemora - “Color Everywhere”, “Pinoy Idols”
Floy Quintos - “IT Girl”, “Show Ko To”
Rowell Santiago - “Queens On Fire”
Bobby Garcia - “Night of the Champion”
G.B. Sampedro - “The Ultimate Champion”, “Not Just Your Ordinary Girl”
Dingdong Avanzado - “Soul Sister Act”
Gary Valenciano - “Thankful”
Best Choral Group
San Miguel Choral
Loboc Children’s Choir
UP Singing Ambassadors
Las Piñas Bamboo Chorale
UST Choir
Ateneo Glee Club
Best Dance Group (Classical/Contemporary)
Phil. Ballet Theater
Ballet Manila
Ballet Philippines
UE Dance Group
Best Dance Group (Modern)
Go Girls
Anime
Hotlegs
Whiplash
Streetboys
Best Emcee (Female)
Pia Guanio
Daphne Oseña
Angel Aquino
Bianca Araneta
Phoemela Baranda
Best Emcee (Male)
Boy Abunda
Drew Arellano
RJ Ledesma
Marc Nelson
TJ Manotoc
Best Stand-up Comedy Act (Male)
Anton Diva
Ate Glo
Pooh
John Lapuz
Ate Gay
Best Stand-up Comedy Act (Female)
Candy Pangilinan
Ruby Ruby
Gladys Guevarra
Kai Brosas
Janelle
Most Promising Entertainer (Male)
Nyoy Volante
Luke Mejares
Jed Madela
Christian Bautista
Erik Santos
Bamboo
Most Promising Entertainer (Female)
Kitchie Nadal
Rachelle Ann Go
Nina
Sheryn Regis
Kyla
Best Instrumental Artist
Jong Cuenco
John Lesaca
Jay Cayuca
Tots Tolentino
Best New Artist (Male)
Raymond Manalo
Jerome Sala
Garry Cruz
Aaron Agassi
Gabby Valenciano
Best New Artist (Female)
Agatha
Ava Jhonson
Jonalyn Viray
Frenchie Dy
Mishka Adams
Best Stage Director
Monique Wilson and Rito Asilo - “Cabaret”
Jay William, Herbert Sigmund Go - “Speaking In Tongue” “Yun Na Nga”
Loy Arcenas - “Romansa Ni Magno Rubio”
Jose Estrella - “Troyama”
CJ Andaluz - “Oyayi”
Joel Lamangan - “Penis Talk
Best Non-Musical Production
Yan Nga – Kung Yan Nga
Speaking In Tongue
Romansa ni Magno Rubio
Troyama
Mass
Best Musical Production
Penis Talk
Once On This Island
For Baby
Oyayi
Cabaret
Best Stage Actress (Musical)
Lea Salonga - “For Baby”
Monique Wilson - “Cabaret”
Bituin Escalante - “Once On This Island”
Best Stage Actress (Non-Musical)
Irma Adlawan “Speaking In Tongue”
Divina Cavestany “Troyama”
Tess Jamias
Jenny Jamora
Best Stage Actor (Musical)
Bodjie Pascua - “Oyayi”
Jaime Wilson - “Cabaret”
Ricci Chan - “Penis Talk”
Robbie Guevarra - “Baby”
Best Stage Actor (Non-Musical)
Ricky Davao “Speaking In Tongue”
Mario O’hara “Yan Nga Kung Yan Nga”
Nanding Josef “Mass”
Best Classical Performer (Male)
Nolyn Cabahug
Ramon Acoymo
Jonathan Badon
Best Classical Performer (Female)
Alegria Ferrer
Rochelle Gerodias
Jai Sabas Aracama
Lisa Cabahug
Cynthia Culig Guico
Best Child Performer
Miguel Aguila
Doreen Cardinal
Sam Concepcion
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