Offshore Music, one of the Philippines’ leading independent labels, honors the timeless legacy of The Eraserheads’ Cutterpillow with a tribute record featuring some of the most exciting emerging and established acts in the country.
Marking the 30th anniversary of the landmark alternative rock album, the compilation release offers a fresh take on the classic tracks, reimagined by the indie label’s eclectic roster. Each artist brings a modern sensibility to the material: some putting their own stamp with genre-bending reinterpretations, while others sticking closer to the original arrangements and infusing it with their own flavor.
“We didn’t set any parameters,” explains Ely Buendia, CEO of Offshore Music. “We just told the artists that it was a tribute album, and they can interpret it as they see fit. Some totally changed the feel, genre, and energy of the song, and some stayed faithful to the material but added some sprinkles of their own musicality in it. The balance just came naturally. The decision is left to the artists, and we trust that they have the taste and wisdom to determine whether they are enhancing the original song or giving it some sort of a sonic makeover that appeals to a specific generation of listeners.”
Audry Dionisio, the General Manager of Offshore Music, emphasizes the label’s commitment to artistic freedom and integrity. She notes that Offshore Music has always empowered its artists to push boundaries, whether by challenging conventions or breathing new life into timeless material.
“Each artist was given complete creative freedom,” Dionisio explains. “Some producers collaborated directly with the band, but Ely and Pat Sarabia oversaw the entire project. We’re fortunate to have one-fourth of the Eraserheads guiding the process and lending his seal of approval. All the artists decided on what they were going to do, and we were just here to guide them. Even Rayms, Buddy, and Marcus gave their input on some tracks.”
Cutterpillow: Tribute Album art
Cutterpillow: Tribute Album brings together a diverse array of standout performances, including Diego’s Scenes and Ligaya Escueta’s emo-charged take on“Back2Me,” Elton Clark’s synth-pop spin on “Torpedo,” Carousel Casualties’ knockout rendition of “Walang Nagbago,” Pinkmen’s harmony-rich version of “Ang Huling El Bimbo,” Pixie Labrador’s Lilith Fair-flavored style “Fill Her,” ALYSON’s slick city pop render of “HuwagMo Nang Itanong,” ena mori’s theatrical reworking of the title track, and Amateurish and Stef Aranas’ dynamic redo of “Superproxy,” which serves as the album’s focus track.
The year-long campaign of the tribute album launched earlier this year with limited-edition merchandise designed by award-winning artist Tarantadong Kalbo (Kevin Eric Raymundo). The t-shirts and tote bags, which featured his signature illustrations, quickly sold out in a matter of days.
In addition to the album’s digital release, Offshore Music is set to premiere a companion docuseries on June 6, 2025, with new episodes dropping every Friday through August. The online series will showcase behind-the-scenes footage from the recording sessions, as well as interviews with the artists and producers involved.
“Additionally, in this documentary, you’ll witness the highs and lows of their journey as part of the tribute album—from their first reactions to joining the project to brainstorming, recording take after take, and their spontaneous bursts of creativity,” shares Offshore Music in a press statement. “The documentary is more than just a recording of the process; it's a celebration of passion, creativity, and the timeless impact of Cutterpillow.
Check out the tracklist of Cutterpillow: Tribute Album:
1. “Superproxy” - Amateurish feat. Stef Aranas
2. “Back2Me” - Diego's Scenes and Ligaya Escueta
3. ‘Waiting for the Bus” – MI MI and Eliza Marie
4. “Fine Time” - Sansette
5. “Kama Supra” - Seedy and the Years
6. “Overdrive” - JUICEBOX
7. “Slo Mo” - GundamFunk
8. “Torpedo” - Elton Clark
9. “Huwag Mo Nang Itanong” - ALYSON
10. “Paru-Parong Ningning” - Her Name is Noelle
11. “Walang Nagbago” - Carousel Casualties
12. “Poorman's Grave” – Grave Aviators
13. “Yoko’ - neytan
14. “Fill Her” - Pixie Labrador
15. “Ang Huling El Bimbo” - Pinkmen
16. “Cutterpillow” - ena mori
17. “Overdrive (Reprise)” – OFFSHORE MUSIC
Cutterpillow: Tribute Album is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Offshore Music and Sony Music Entertainment.
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About Offshore Music
Offshore Music is an independent record label founded by a mix of businessmen and musicians in 2016. Its aim is to guide the listeners of Filipino music toward artists with the ability to make the familiar sound fresh. Driven by initiative and imagination, Offshore Music provides an honest space of creativity, and above all, an avenue for quality music.
In June 2023, the company entered a partnership with Sony Music Philippines and has since propelled Offshore Music into greater heights with a new fervor and passion for music.
Source: Nyou