Rico Blanco began his career in 1994 as leader of influential pop-rock unit Rivermaya, where he built a reputation for a smooth, versatile voice and a fondness to mix and match sounds. Acclaimed for his intimate lyricism, Blanco went solo in 2007 and continued to experiment with different genres. Drawing from eclectic elements—including traditional Pinoy music (“Yugto”) and techno-inspired rhythms (“This Too Shall Pass”)—the Manila-born singer and actor continually transcends boundaries with his enviable songbook.