Documentary 'Eraserheads: Combo on the Run' Chronicles the Rise and Fall of the Philippines' Biggest Rock Band
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Althea Legaspi
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Summary
A documentary titled 'Eraserheads: Combo on the Run' chronicles the rise and fall of the Filipino alt-rock band Eraserheads, tracing their formation amid political upheaval in the Philippines. The film explores how the band became the country's biggest rock act, their cultural impact spanning music, comics, and fandom, and their eventual breakup. The article features insights from director Maria Ventura and frontman Ely Buendia, highlighting the band's enduring legacy as evidenced by fan events like a meet-and-greet in California where fans brought instruments and comic books to be signed.
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· 3 pulledThe event takes on the feel of a cathartic reunion: Attendees reminisce about their relationship to the band, effusively professing their love of Eraserheads to on
The beloved Filipino alt-rock band spawned a comic-book series that was featured at San Diego Comic-Con in 2024.
Eraserheads frontman Ely Buendia pulls up for a meet and greet.
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