Basil Valdez
Basil Salvador Valdez, born on November 8, 1951 in Manila, Philippines, is a
Filipino singer. His musical journey began during his college years when he
performed impromptu at a Catholic retreat, substituting for an ill guitarist and
singing "The Fool on the Hill" by The Beatles and "Alfie" by Dionne Warwick.
Valdez became a prominent balladeer as Original Pilipino Music (OPM) flourished
in the 1970s. He was part of the Circus Band, which also produced soloists like
Hajji Alejandro and Tillie Moreno. After the band's breakup, Valdez released his
debut album Ngayon at Kailanman in...
