Marcus “Mckoy” Alcantara
Presently playing for Arnel Pineda Band – AMO, Lou Bonnevie, and The Philippines Premier Beatles Tribute Band – AREA ONE…
A product of Yamaha School of Music under the supervision of
Drum teacher “Clark Arandela” at the age of 12. He grew up learning
and playing the drums listening to his early influences like; Roger Taylor
(Queen), Ian Paice (Deep Purple), Terry Bozzio (Missing Person), Ringo Starr
(Beatles), Stewart Copeland (The Police), and Neil Peart (Rush).. And to the
music of The Beatles, Deep Purple, Queen, Kiss, The Police, The Jackson 5, The
Jacksons, The Commodores, Earth Wind & Fire, The Eagles, Doobie Brothers,
Toto and a lot more from all types of genre.
Mckoy started playing the drums in 1981 at the age of 13 with the punk band
“Czechzwazo”. They mostly play at the Philtrade center’s Brave New
World. Then became the drummer of a variety band “T.O.Y.S” (To Our
Youth Society) in 1982 at the age of 14. He began playing professionally in
some gig spots like Shakey’s pizza parlor, Bodega, etc. at the age of 16 with
the band YJOZ, then later changed their name into AMO in 1986. During these
times of his career, he’s local influences became the foundation of his growth
in drumming. These Drummers were Clark Arandela, Lito Ablang, Bernard “Enat”
Bautista, Joselito “Boy Abra” Espinosa, Dinal La Madrid, Bong Santos, Samuel
Aguilar, Ewett Bonifacio, Danny “Resty” Restituto, Tony Pascual, Winston Velez,
Edmond “Bosyo” Fortuno, Mar Dizon, Jong Asinas and Rene Tengasantos.
Then later on, the band AMO became the ZOO in 2006. But when their frontman /
lead vocalist, Arnel Pineda was recruited by the International rock band
Journey, they reformed and renamed the group into AMMO doing local and international
gigs and shows and concert tours for Arnel Pineda from 2009 to present…
Being a Christian faith believer, Mckoy, likewise plays musical parts as a
worship drummer for Victory Christian Fellowship – Alabang (VAMM).
For Mckoy, Music and playing the Drums does not end in the peak of success. It
is an endless journey of studying, learning, and research. But he believes it
is his duty to give back to GOD all the Glory with thanksgiving in his heart,
for the gift given by his Maker.
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