Magnus Haven
Alternative rock and pop band
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Magnus Haven is an alternative rock and pop band from Manila, Philippines. The band also described their music as a fusion of various musical genres with varying styles from one song to another.
- Warner Music Philippines
- Blacksheep Records Manila
Magnus Haven | |
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Magnus Haven in 2023 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Metro Manila, Philippines |
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| Years active | 2018–present |
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| Members | Rajih Mendoza David Galang Louise Vaflor Rey Maestro Sean Espejo |
| Website | www |
The band is composed of Rajih Mendoza (lead vocals and rhythm guitar), David Galang (vocals and keyboards), Louise Vaflor (lead guitar and backing vocals), Rey Maestro (bass guitar and backing vocals), and Sean Espejo (drums and percussion).
The band is known for their hit song Imahe, which is written by bassist Rey Maestro, released in 2018.
History
According to the band members, the name Magnus Haven literally translates to "the greatest sanctuary".[1]
The band originally started as an acoustic trio composed of childhood friends Louise Vaflor and Rey Maestro, together with Sean Espejo. Later on, they decided to forge a full-fledged band and held auditions for additional members wherein Rajih Mendoza and David Galang were then selected. The members were aged 18 to 23 when they started the band.
Magnus Haven released "Imahe" in 2018, which Maestro based on his long-distance relationship which lasted two years.[2] It wasn't until 2020 that the song trended after they performed it at an event in Batangas State University. "Imahe" ended the year as the "Philippines’ Most Streamed Local Song" on Spotify.[3]
In 2022, Magnus Haven released "Oh Jo", an ode to a loved one.[4] The song trended on YouTube as the top OPM track.[5] They also released "Maria Clara" later that year.[6] In 2023, they released "Hele" (lullaby).[7]
Band members
- Rajih Mendoza - lead vocals, rhythm guitar (2018–present)
- David Galang - vocals, keyboards, keytar (2018–present)
- Louise Vaflor - lead guitar, backing vocals (2018–present)
- Rey Maestro - bass guitar, backing vocals (2018–present)
- Sean Espejo - drums, percussion (2018–present)
Influences
The band cites South Border, IV of Spades, The Beatles, John Mayer, December Avenue, KZ Tandingan, Chris Brown, Kamikazee and Moira Dela Torre as major influences.
Discography
Notable singles
| Year | Title | Peak chart positions | Album | Ref | |
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| PHL [8] |
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| 2018 | Imahe | 64 | — | Non-album singles | [9] |
| 2019 | Kapalmuks | — | — | ||
| Panalangin | — | — | |||
| 2020 | Santuwaryo | — | — | ||
| Multo | — | — | |||
| Landas | — | — | |||
| Noel | — | — | |||
| 2021 | Rosas | — | — | ||
| Mapaglaro | — | — | |||
| 2022 | Oh, Jo | — | — | ||
| Maria Clara | — | — | |||
| 2023 | Hele | — | — | ||
| Dambana | — | — | |||
| Hiling | — | — | |||
| 2024 | Naliligaw | — | — | ||
| 2025 | Kape | — | — | ||
Miscellaneous
- Kung Tayo x Imahe (ft. Skusta Clee) (2021)
- Ang Liwanag (ft. Skusta Clee) (2021)
- Karma (ft. Lian Dyogi) (2023)
Awards and nominations
| Award ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee(s)/work(s) | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wish Music Awards | 2021 | Wishclusive Elite Circle — Silver | Imahe | Won | [10] |
| 2023 | Wishclusive Elite Circle — Gold | Won | [11] |
