Staying True: Diego Mapa on Music, Passion, and Priorities

Diego Mapa has been a pillar in the music scene since 1997. In this episode, we dive into his prolific career, from meeting Raymund while working on the Monsterbot album to forming Cambio, and later linking up with Mike Dizon and Jason Caballa to create Pedicab. Diego balances his time with multiple projects, including Tarsius and Eggboy, selling vinyl records, making jingles for advertising, and scoring films-all while being a full-time dad. He shares his insights on finding his voice by doing what he loves, handling projects with strict schedules, and prioritizing his work. Learn about his spontaneous songwriting process and the stories behind "FX" and "Pusa Mo." Join us for an inspiring conversation about creativity, dedication, and staying true to yourself with Diego Mapa!

[@chill3968]

This is gold. Very insightful. Diego Mapa is brilliant yet humble. I saw him in a gig to support other artists under the radar.
He will always be relevant - whatever generation it is. Diego is a gem in the Philippine music scene.

[@Able_Asia]

@@chill3968 agree. Diego will always have a voice in the scene! Thank you for watching

[@user-lq7lr3im7q]

Ang pogi 💙

[@emongnome]

loving all of the content! more power, Able!!!

[@Able_Asia]

Thank you!

[@pasyensyatv9092]

More power Diegs! you inspire us all!

[@ervinbesana]

Great content as always! More power Able Asia!

[@Able_Asia]

@@ervinbesana thank you so much!

[@ichiron777]

Awesome interview! one of the local indie scene pillars! Salute to you both.

[@Able_Asia]

@@ichiron777 thank you! Definitely an indie scene stalwart

[@MelodyKayCarolino]

Nice ep! So insightful ✨️

[@Able_Asia]

@@MelodyKayCarolino thank you! So glad you enjoyed it. More episode are coming soon

[@allanbrandonobispo639]

Great content. Amazing artist. Padayon 🙏🙏

[@Able_Asia]

thank you so much! Padayon!

[@socialblasphemy]

Diego never sold out!

[@LlywiRipper]

Kain uli tayo ng ginabot dito sa Cebu sir Diegs with Bobbi sa Ahka

[@vincentcenabre5664]

Great interview

[@Able_Asia]

@@vincentcenabre5664 thank you!

[@hq9877]

Si Idol pala to e ❤❤❤

[@Able_Asia]

Idol talaga eh!

[@rjschism9434]

Amazing Episode! More podcast please!

[@Able_Asia]

thank you! glad you enjoyed the episode!

[@user-ev8ox2kh8r]

Thanks for this interview. I just subscribed your channel. Keep it up..

[@Able_Asia]

thank you for subscribing and watching!

[@JCRocker102181]

Diego Mapa is also from Cambio with Raymund Marasigan, Buddy Zabala, Ebe Dancel, & Kris Gorra-Dancel.
Since Diego mentioned about gear, I agree na hindi naman kailangan ng sobrang mahal na gamit, as long as it serves the purpose of creating music, just like musical instruments like guitars, bass, etc...... You can still play & create music with reasonably priced gear.

[@Able_Asia]

yes! We also talked about Cambio in the episode!
And yes, you really don't need the most expensive gear!

[@moon3stars]

mellow yellow man!!!

[@amateurish9588]

idol 🌟🌟

[@Oliver_River]

Astig!👍☺️

[@denzio9]

As usual another rich episode. Astig! Keep it up! :)

[@Able_Asia]

thank you so much!

[@mad1sek]

EGGBOY!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Able_Asia]

that's riiiiiight

[@kennethalunday]

How about monsterbot

[@FredericoVerzosa]

Nice!

[@Able_Asia]

Thank you, Chef!

[@caloyssk1]

sa 6UG sa amorsolo mkti ko sila napapanuod ng live ksma ang imago 😉

[@zerofourhero2068]

💯👍🏼🫡