SETSUNA is a Filipino nu-metal band formed in 2024, known for combining heavy guitar riffs, rap verses, and emotionally charged vocals. The band consists of Mark Quintero on bass, Mighty Ji on guitar, Toshiro Kier on rap vocals, DJ Rua, Marka Krus on vocals, and Daniel Arzadon on drums. They gained attention in the Philippine rock scene with original songs such as “Liyab” and “Ahon,” showcasing their intense sound and lyrics inspired by personal struggles and life experiences. SETSUNA aims to bring nu-metal to a new generation of Filipino music fans.
Quick facts
Members
Based on the band’s formation and early lineup reports, its members are:
- Mark Quintero – Bassist and one of the band’s founding figures
- Mighty Ji – Guitarist
- DJ Rua – Member involved in the band’s early formation
- Toshiro Kier (Toshi) – Rapper
- Marka Krus – Vocalist
- Daniel Arzadon – Drummer
Notable Songs
- Liyab – One of the band’s early tracks, reflecting its journey and evolving identity.
- Ahon – An empowering song about overcoming personal struggles; it reportedly reached 200,000 YouTube views by July 2025.
- Silaw – A track exploring clarity and confronting false appearances.
- Dalangin – A more introspective song centered on longing, healing, and hope.
- Harinawa – A song expressing hope and the wish for better things to come.
Achievements
SETSUNA has established itself as an emerging act in the Philippine independent heavy-music scene. Its notable milestones include:
- Forming a complete lineup in 2024 and beginning live performances.
- Performing at the Puto Festival in December 2024, sharing the event with rapper Flow G.
- Building an audience through original music and live performances.
- Reaching a reported 200,000 YouTube views for Ahon by July 2025.
- Participating in a mall tour with LOIS PH, including a Davao tour finale reported in August 2025.
Fun Facts
- The name has Japanese origins. Setsuna means “a moment” or “an instant,” reflecting the band’s philosophy of making every performance count.
- Their music draws from personal experiences. The members describe their songwriting as collaborative, with lyrics and instrumentals shaped by their individual stories.
- They embrace nu-metal influences. Their sound draws inspiration from bands such as Korn, Slipknot, Papa Roach, Slapshock, and Greyhoundz.
- The members balance music with other responsibilities. Coordinating rehearsals across different locations has been one of their challenges.
- Their logo features fire. The imagery represents the energy they want to ignite in listeners during performances.
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