Cedric Escobar
Cedric Escobar | |
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 Cedric Escobar in 2024 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | c. 2000 New York City, United States |
| Origin | Philippines / United States |
| Genres | Pop, R&B, OPM |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter |
| Years active | 2021–present |
| Label | PolyEast Records |
Cedric Escobar (born c. 2000) is a Filipino singer-songwriter based in New York City. He is known for his performances in the Original Pilipino Music (OPM) scene, his singles such as "'di Na Ba?" and "Gasera", and his recognition at the Awit Awards, where he won Favorite New Solo Artist in 2024.[1][2]
Early life
[edit]Escobar was raised in New York, United States, where he was exposed to Filipino music, television, and films that influenced his interest in singing.[3]
Career
[edit]Early career
[edit]Escobar began performing as a front act for established Filipino artists in North America, including joining the OPM Summer Fest 2023, where he performed in U.S. and Canadian cities alongside Rivermaya, Gloc-9, Introvoys, and KZ Tandingan.[4]
Recording and singles
[edit]In 2023, Escobar signed with PolyEast Records.[5] He released the single "'di Na Ba?", written by his mentor Paco Arespacochaga, which marked his transition from covers to original music.[4] His other songs include "Gasera", "Wag Ka Nang Umiyak", "Got to Believe in Magic", and "Pelikula". He also issued an EP, Mellow (Live Recordings), which features renditions of well-known OPM tracks.[4]
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Awit Awards | Favorite New Solo Artist | — | Won | [1] |
| 2024 | Awit Awards | Best Performance by a New Solo Artist | "Gasera" | Nominated | [2] |
Discography
[edit]Singles
[edit]Extended plays
[edit]- Mellow (Live Recordings) (2023)[4]
References
[edit]- 1 2 "LIST: The 37th Awit Awards winners". ABS-CBN News. December 5, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2025.
- 1 2 3 "Here Are the Final Nominees for the Awit Awards 2024". Billboard Philippines. August 19, 2024. Retrieved September 12, 2025.
- ↑ Policarpio, Allan (September 22, 2023). "Why newcomer Cedric Escobar considers Paco Arespacochaga his 'second dad'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved September 12, 2025.
- 1 2 3 4 5 "Cedric Escobar ready to transition from front act to headliner". GMA Network. September 20, 2023. Retrieved September 12, 2025.
- ↑ "Newcomer Cedric Escobar joins PolyEast Records". The Philippine Star. May 2, 2023. Retrieved September 12, 2025.
- 1 2 3 "Cedric Escobar – Apple Music Artist Page". Apple Music. Retrieved September 12, 2025.