THE CAMERAWALLS @ the 5th Backdoor Ventures ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL

The Camerawalls is a three-man indie-pop band
based in Manila, Philippines. Formed by its
songwriter/vocalist/guitarist Clementine (Clem Castro),
The Camerawalls rises from the ashes of Orange
& Lemons – which disbanded in September 2007
after skyrocketing to popularity on the merit of three
distinct albums that found favor in a discriminating
musical audience.
Now with drummer Ian Sarabia and bassist Law Santiago,
Clementine continues to wield his prolific
songwriter’s pen and further showcases mastery in
indie pop visions. Clementine’s indie heritage finds
fulfilment through in a DIY ethos. He self-produced
The Camerawalls debut album "Pocket Guide To The
Otherworld," released in July 2008 via Clementine’s
own Lilystars Records label.
The music of The Camerawalls creates ripples of nostalgia
and pop – manifesting an eclectic array of influences
ranging from ‘60s-era Beatles, to The Jam, to
the ‘80s guitar pop sound of The Smiths, XTC, Terry
Hall, The Stone Roses, and The Pale Fountains, to
name a few.
Lead-off singles “Markers of Beautiful Memories” and
“Clinically Dead For 16 Hours” exemplify the rich
and meticulously clean sound of The Camerawalls,
inviting the listener to continue the audio adventure.
The Camerawalls further adds a distinct stamp to music
by using indigenous rondalla instruments (octavina
and banduria) in some tracks such as the Spanish
“Canto De Maria Clara” (an original Jose Rizal poem)
and “Lizards Hiding Under Rocks.” The result is a
true marriage of eastern and western flavors.
While being comfortable in their niche of sound, The
Camerawalls wants to reach out to a wider listenership
across the globe. To this end, Clementine and
company are relying on the Internet and the word-ofmouth
fame they are generating whenever and wherever
they play.
“Pocket Guide To The Otherwold” is available in selected
record stores in Manila; by mail order through
Lilystars Records’ website and digitally through
iTunes and Amazon MP3.
BAND MEMBERS
Clementine - vox/guitars
Law Santiago - bass
Ian Sarabia - drums