Harana was an all-male vocal group from the Philippines. It was under ABS-CBN and Star Music. The group consisted of Joseph "Joey" Marco, Marlo Mortel, Michael "Khel" Pangilinan, and Bryan Santos.
History Pre-debut Star Music's head, Roxy Liquigan shared that initially it was Joseph Marco and Bryan Santos who inspired the formation of the boyband.
Michael came into the picture when Star Music was looking for an artist to sing Joven Tan's “Pare Mahal Mo Raw Ako,” an entry at the 2014 Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs. Marlo then completed the group when he finished shooting for hit daytime show, Be Careful with My Heart.How was Harana formed?. Star Cinema. Retrieved 2015-04-01.Exclusive interview with Michael Panglinan, Joseph Marco, and Bryan Santos, members of Star Music's newest boy group Harana, together with Marlo Mortel. . Retrieved 2015-04-12.
2015–2018 ASAP launched their newest boy group called “Harana” with members Marco, Santos, Pangilinan, and Mortel with their carrier single, “Number One”. On ASAP Chillout, the boys serenaded their fans with their version of the 60's hit, "Baby I Need Your Loving".ASAP’s Newest Boy Group, “Harana,” with Joseph Marco, Marlo Mortel, Bryan Santos and Michael Pangilinan. Random Republika. Retrieved 2015-03-16.
After Harana served as opening act in KZ Tandingan’s concert at the Music Museum on 17 April 2015, more gig offers poured in for the group. They performed their debut single “Number One” at the OPM Fresh press conference on April 28.HARANA's "Number One", OPM Fresh Grand Album Launch. . Retrieved 2015-06-03.
They performed recently at the “Most Wanted” concert of Daniel Padilla at the SM Mall Of Asia Arena last June 13, 2015. On October 16, they had their first concert at the Music Museum.
Harana disbanded in 2018. Marco has since focused on his acting career. Mortel became a host on several television shows. Pangilinan has continued his career in the music industry, with his song "Alipin" charting on Billboard Philippines' Hot 100.
Members The group is composed of: Joseph "Joey" Marco Marlo Mortel Michael "Khel" Pangilinan Bryan Santos
Discography Music videos Year Title Artist Details Ref. 2015 "Number One" Words & Melody By: Kennard Faraon Arranged & Produced By: Kiko Salazar Supervising Producer: Rox Santos Published By: Star Songs, Inc. Harana: Number One Official Music Video. . Retrieved 2015-02-12.Harana: Number One Official Lyric Video. . Retrieved 2015-03-29.2016 "Baby I Love Your Way" Words and Music By: Peter Frampton Arranged & Mixed By: KidWolf Music Production By: Kiko Salazar & Jonathan Manalo Official theme song of The Third Party "Tragedy" Words & Music By; Barry, Maurice and Robin Gibb Arranged by: Tony Katigbak Mixed & Master by: Dante Tanedo Music Production by: Jonathan Manalo 2017 "Alapaap" Words & Music By: Ely Buendia Arranged By: Tommy Katigbak Mixed & Mastered By: Dante Tañedo Music Production By: Jonathan Manalo Official theme song of Dear Other Self Yeng, Harana collaborate for ‘Dear Other Self’ theme song. Star Cinema. Published 2017-05-06. Retrieved 2017-08-31.
Singles Year Track Details Notes Ref.2015 "Baby I Need Your Lovin’"Music & Lyrics By: Brian Holland, Edward Jr. Holland & Lamont Dozier Original Artist and Year: Four Tops, 1964 Produced By: Francis 'KIKO' Salazar Official theme songof You're My Boss HARANA: "Baby I Need Your Lovin’", official theme song of You're My Boss. . Retrieved 2015-03-12.The official theme song of "You're My Boss" starring Toni Gonzaga and Coco Martin; directed by Antoinette Jadaone. . Retrieved 2015-03-12. "Smile In Your Heart’"Words & Music By: Rene Novelles Arranged By: Teddy Katigbak Mixed By: Dante Tanedo Produced By: Kiko Salazar, Raizo Chabeldin & Star Music Productions Official theme song ofJust The Way You Are The theme song of "Just The Way You Are" is an OPM classic given a fresh take by all-male group Harana. . Star Cinema. Retrieved 2015-06-07.HARANA: "Baby I Need Your Lovin’", official theme song of Just The Way You Are. . Retrieved 2015-06-09.The official theme song of "Just the Way You Are (2015 film)". . Retrieved 2015-06-09. 2017 "Can't Get Over You"Words & Music By: Kennard Faron Published By: Star Music
Compilation albums Date Tracks Album Artist Details Certification Ref. 2015 "Number One" OPM Fresh
Date Released: 2 February 2015 Label: Star Music
Studio albums Year Album title Track Listing Details Certification Ref. 2014Harana Released Date: 2015 Recording Label: Star Music Harana Grand Album Launch. Retrieved 2015-04-28.
Accolades Year Award-giving Body Category Nominee/Nominated Work Result Ref. 2015 7th PMPC Star Awards for Music Duo/Group Artist of the Year Harana FULL LIST: Winners, PMPC Star Awards for Music 2015. Rappler. Published on 2015-11-11. Retrieved 2017-08-31.2016 47th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards Most Promising Recording/Performing Group Harana 29th Awit Awards Best Performance by a Group Recording Artists Harana Best Performance by a New Group Recording Artists Harana 2017 12th Myx Music Awards Favorite Remake "Baby I Love Your Way"
References
External links Star Music Official Website