Dong Abay Lyrics

Westdon Martin Abay was born in Manila, Philippines on April 5, 1971. He shares his birthdate with the President of the Philippines, Gloria Macapagal Arroyo and the day when American rockstar Kurt Cobain of Nirvana killed himself in 1994. Popularly known as Dong Abay, he is a poet and a rock musician. He was the founding member, songwriter and lead vocalist of Filipino bands Yano and Pan which are now both defunct. He is now pursuing a career as an independent artist. He is married to Ninj Botor Reyes. They have a son named Awit ("Chant"), born on May 15, 2002- feast day of San Isidro Labrador, the patron saint of Filipino farmers.In 1992, Dong Abay, Eric Gancio and Larry Mapolon met in Patatag, a progressive vocal e... read more