One Click Straight
Filipino alternative rock band
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One Click Straight (also known by its initials OCS) is a Parañaque-based Philippine indie pop-rock/post-punk and alternative band formed in 2009. The band consists of brothers Sam (vocals/guitar), Toffer (vocals/bass) and Tim Marquez (drums), and their friend Joel Cartera (guitar).[1]
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| Also known as | OCS |
| Origin | Parañaque, Philippines |
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History
Early beginnings
The band was started in 2009 when the Marquez brothers and Cartera were still in high school years. In 2013, they pursue to songwriting and began playing in small gigs/venues. They released their first 6-track extended play (EP), Sticks, Stones, and an Apology, originally intended for their one band member's school project at De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde.
In 2015, the band joined Yellow Room's Battle of the Bands competition. 2 years later in 2017, the band released their second EP, Nostalgic.
In 2018, the band officially signed with independent label Offshore Music and released their debut album The Midnight Emotion featuring their lead singles "She" and "Honey".[2]
In 2020, OCS released its third EP, Harana Coma, featuring original all-Tagalog songs.[3]
Joining new label, self-titled sophomore album
In mid-2020, OCS was among other musical acts who joined UMG Philippines's new imprint label Island Records.[4]
In 2023, the band released their self-titled sophomore album, featuring 14 tracks including lead singles "Wake Me Up", "Hahayaan" and "Untitled 02" among others.[5]
In 2025, the band made their performance at the AXEAN Festival in Bali, Indonesia.[6]
Musical influences
The band influences the alternative and post-punk tune elements from Switchfoot and Foo Fighters.
Band members
- Sam Marquez – vocals/lead guitar
- Toffer Marquez – vocals/bass
- Tim Marquez – drums
- Joel Cartera – guitar
Discography
Studio albums
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| The Midnight Emotion |
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Extended plays
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| Sticks, Stones, and an Apology |
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| Nostalgic |
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| Harana Coma |
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| S.S.H. |
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| otw / BROke |
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