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Tubero is a Filipino grindcore band from Quezon City, formed in 2008. The band is known for its explicit adult content and frequent use of Filipino humor in its lyrics, a style they refer to as "Kupal Metal".

Background
Tubero was formed in 2008 by a group of co-workers in Quezon City. The project started as a casual studio experiment after one member recorded shouted vocals during a rehearsal session for another band. The recording circulated online and received attention, leading the group to continue the project as a formal band. Over time, the band developed a style combining grindcore with Filipino humor and slang, a sound they later referred to as "Kupal Metal". In 2019, Tubero signed with the independent label Tower of Doom and joined its roster of heavy and extreme acts. After signing, the band put their music on streaming platforms and appeared on several radio shows. They also recorded live sessions, including a performance on Tower Radio. Their releases include the debut album Kupal Destroyer was released in 2018 and several short tracks, including "Guard Tang Ina Mo" (2018), "Kapitbahay" (2020; "Neighbor"), "Wala Na Akong Pera" (2021; "I Have No Money Left"), and the extremely brief track "Pweh!" (2021), which lasts only three seconds. The band released a romantic and emotionally charged song titled "Cubao", released on March 8, 2021, through Tower of Doom. Tubero participated in Lola Amour's Misbehave Mini Tour, which began on June 6, 2025, alongside artists such as Jan Roberts, Arthur Miguel, Hale, and The Koolpals. The band joined the tour on June 19, shared the stage with Lola Amour and comedy group The Koolpals at Mow's Bar in Quezon City, an unusual combination for a single lineup. The band also gained popularity after appearing in the 2025 film Sampung Utos Kay Josh, in which the group performed "Guard Tang Ina Mo" in front of Satanas (played by Pepe Herrera). == Members ==
Members
The group is supported by various crew members, with changes occurring over time; however, the exact years of these changes are not documented. Current members • Birjin Pakir (now known as Pastor BP; real name: Lovel Ajok) – frontman, vocals, guitar, lead songwriter • Siraulo – bass • WhatDaShit (formerly known as WatDaShit) – keyboards, backing vocals • Banal na Tae – drums • Master Chikinini – guitar • My Darling Aswang – backing vocals Former members • FCM (Fucking Crazy Man; real name: Matthew John Miaco) – backing vocals, keyboards • Casket Maker – guitar • Blodiab (real name: Jon Leori Gonzales) – guitar • Tangke ng Tae (real name: John Raphael Gonzales) – drums • Sirit Ungol (real name: Richard Laurente) – bass • Suicide Bomber – bass • Ammy Yagbols (real name: Jodan Manata) – bass (died 2025) == Discography ==
Discography
Studio albums Kupal Destroyer (2018) EPs Tubero EP: Pakyu! (2018)Tubero EP 2 (2018)Kupal Metal (2020) Selected singles • "Guard" (2018) • "Kapitbahay" (2020) • "Wala Na Akong Pera" (2021) • "Pweh!" (2021) Live albums • A Valentine's Day Special (Tower Sessions Live) (2021) == References ==
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