Why the name Kamikazee?

Kamikazee’s original name was “Kamikazee Cornflakes,” which was eventually shortened to its current state as “Kamikazee” was easier to remember. Now, why “kamikazee Cornflakes”? We need your comments.

Kamikazee’s Sound?

Rock! Pop Rock!

Band History

The band members met at the College of Fine Arts of the University of the Philippines Diliman. Kamikazee’s early gigs were mostly campus events in UP Diliman like the annual UP Fair… Read more…

Band Members?

• Jay Contreras - vocals
• Jomal Linao - guitars
• Led Zeppelin Tuyay - guitars
• Jason “Puto” Astete - bass
• Allan “Bords” Burdeos - drums

Albums/Discography

• Kamikazee (2002)
• Maharot (2004)
• Kamikazee (Special Edition, 2006)
• Maharot (Limited Edition, 2006)

Other Infos:

• Their early shows included renditions of the songs “Tsinelas”, a cover of Ariel Rivera’s “Sana Kahit Minsan,” and Britney Spears’ Lucky
• The band maintains close ties with another popular Philippine band, Parokya ni Edgar (PNE)
• Jay provided back-up vocals to Parokya Ni Edgar’s hit song “The Order Taker”
• Their group was once known as the “Boy Band”

External Links

Kamikazee Official Mailing List
Kamikazee PinoyBanda Profile
Kamikazee Fansite
Dyan-banda - Band’s 30-minute Urban travelogue
Kamikazee Rakista