The Ridleys
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| Origin | Manila, Philippines |
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| Years active | 2016–present |
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The Ridleys is a Filipino indie/alternative folk band based in Manila, Philippines. Formed in 2016, it is composed of Benny Manaligod (vocals, acoustic guitar), Jan De Vera (lead guitar, backup vocals), Bryant Ayes (drums), and LJ Panganiban (bass guitar) with Modi Florentino as band manager.[1][2]
They're officially signed to independent label Underdog Music PH.
History
[edit]The band's origins trace back to 2016 when they've finished recording their debut EP Aphrodite and made its release in March of the same year.[3]
In 2019, the band released its debut album, Reflections On Moonlight and Poetry, featuring a mix of new recordings and several songs from Aphrodite EP.
From 2022 to 2023, the band released Until I Reach The Sun, a two-volume EPs. The band released "Intertwine", a collaboration single with fellow band Over October.[4]
In 2024, the band released its sophomore album All These And More, featuring songs like "Be With You".[5] In October of the same year, the band made its first solo concert.[2]
On March 2, 2025, in a newly-released vlog, bassist Joric Canlas announced his departure from the band. Following the announcement, Manaligod stated the band will move forward as a trio band.[6]
In 2026, in addition with celebrating 10 years as a band, The Ridleys announced on Facebook that they are adding LJ Panganiban as their bass player until the foreseeable future, replacing Canlas who departed the band the year prior.
Band members
[edit]Current
[edit]- Benny Manaligod - vocals, acoustic guitar (2016–present)
- Jan De Vera - lead guitar, backup vocals (2016–present)
- Bryant Ayes - drums (2016–present)
- LJ Panganiban - bass guitar (2026–present)
Former
[edit]- Joric Canlas - bass guitar (2016–2025)
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]- Reflections On Moonlight and Poetry (2019)
- All These And More (2024)
- Until I Reach The Sun (2025)
EPs
[edit]- Aphrodite (2016)
- Until I Reach The Sun (Vol. 1, 2022; Vol. 2, 2023)
References
[edit]- ↑ "The Ridleys". Agimat.net. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
- 1 2 Reyes, Juno (November 22, 2024). "In their first solo concert, The Ridleys travel far and find their way back home". Rappler. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
- ↑ Iglesias, Iza (April 2, 2021). "How Benny Manaligod of The Ridleys remains true to his Christian values". The Manila Times. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
- ↑ ""Intertwine" marks Over October and The Ridleys' first collaboration together". Adobo Magazine. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
- ↑ Saulog, Gabriel (August 12, 2024). "The Ridleys Announce New Album 'All These And More'". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
- ↑ Saulog, Gabriel (March 3, 2025). "Bassist Joric Canlas Announces Departure From The Ridleys". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
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