The Difficult Stranger

The Difficult Stranger is a Cebu based rock band with a strong power pop sensibilities informed by punk rock ethos. They were formed in 2009 as a duo but became a full on rock band in 2014. They have 2 full length albums and a couple of non-album tracks on their arsenal so far. Their influences include Weezer, The Beatles, Gin Blossoms, Slowdive, MxPx, Redd Kross, Mike Viola, and Fountains of Wayne among others. Members: Arnel Pancho- drums Prangkis Reebas- bass Michael Curan- vocals/guitars Gabriel Galan- guitars with Eboi Oca Ponce- guitars/co-founder (no longer plays live but still active in group chat and suggestions) Garx Alesna- former bassist/recording engineer Glenn Alonzo- former guitarist/drummer for the first 3 months/CEO Chainzaw Records