Six Part Invention

**Six Part Invention** (also known as **SPI**) is the official resident band of Everybody, Sing!. It is currently composed of four members: lead vocalists Kaye Cantong and Rey Cantong, drummer and percussionist Tag Cantong and bass Cookie Taylo. The band are also known for their hits "All This Time", "Time Machine", and "Falling in Love". The band was formed as a sextet in 2006.

## History

Six Part Invention was formed in the mid-2000s in the Philippines. The band's lineup consisted of Rey Lañada (vocals), Andy Dela Cruz (bass guitar), Kaye Malana (keyboard), and Toto Villareal (drums). Their early years were marked by their participation in various local gigs and events, gradually building a following in the Filipino music scene. Un 2007, Six Part Invention gained significant recognition with the release of their self-titled debut album, "Six Part Invention." The album featured a collection of emotionally charged and relatable songs, including "Time Machine" and "Falling in Love." The band continued to release albums and singles that resonated with their fans. Some of their notable hits include "All This Time," "Sila Na," "Umaasa Lang Sa'yo," and "Pag Nandito Ka." These songs often dealt with themes of love, longing, and personal experiences, making them relatable to a wide audience. Six Part Invention received several awards and nominations throughout their career, recognizing their contribution to the OPM (Original Pilipino Music) industry. They were celebrated for their heartfelt lyrics, memorable melodies, and the emotional depth of their music. Over the years, Six Part Invention released several albums, including "Stripped and Covered" and "Gravity." Their music evolved while maintaining its signature emotional and melodic style. They experimented with different sounds and genres, showcasing their versatility as a band.

## Discography

### Singles

* *Umaasa Lang Sayo* (from *Sana Maulit Muli*) (2007)
* I'll Never Go (2015)
* Songs of D-Votion (2010) [a minus-one EP]
* *Mahirap Sabihin Mahirap Gawin* (2018)

### Albums

* *Six Part Invention* (2006)
* S.P.I Lites (2007)
* Songs of D-Votion (2010)
* Stripped and Covered (2013)
* Always and Ever (2015)
* Lite Rock Hits (2015)
* *K1N5E* (2021)

## Song appearances on *Everybody, Sing!*

### Season 2

The resident's band smash hit entitled "Time Machine" was first featured on the 50 Overseas Filipino Workers episode of season 2. Row 1 was assigned to play The ChooSing One, in which the row got nine out of ten correct answers, with Player 2 failing to get his or her line correctly.

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### Season 3

Another smash hit by the resident band, "Falling in Love", was featured on the 100 Sari-Sari Store Sellers of season 3. Row 4 was assigned to play A-B-Sing, in which the row got nine out of ten correct answers, with Player 2 also failing to get his or her line correctly.

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## Trivia

* SPI is originally composed of six members; hence, their band name. The now four-piece band decided to keep their name regardless of their number.
* Rey and Kaye are real-life lovers. They have a child named Imogen, who is currently a member of It's Showtime's *Batang Cute-Po*.
* SPI draws influences from the likes of Journey, Richard Marx, Michael Bolton, Ozzy Osbourne, Van Halen, and Dream Theater.
* Some songs of SPI were featured as theme songs in famous Filipino television series. Their hit songs “Umaasa Lang Sa’yo” and “Falling in Love” were part of the soundtracks for the respective teleseryes, “Sana Maulit Muli” and “Agua Bendita”.
* Coincidentally, the second players of both Rows 1 and 4 of the 50 Overseas Filipino Workers and 100 Sari-Sari Store Sellers got their respective lines wrong. Both groups were assigned to guess the lyrics' of the band's smash hit songs "Time Machine" and "Falling in Love", respectively.