Junji Arias

Anthony James Arias, better known for his stage name Junji Arias, is a Filipino singer, record producer, composer, and was the former vocalist and chief songwriter for the band, Excerpts (1993–1999) and Velcro (1999–2008). Arias has been well known for his raw, sharp-edged raspy vocals. He was one of the pioneers of the acoustic Rock alternative scene during the late 1990s and early 2000s. He is also musically versatile, playing a wide range of instruments, including the guitar, keyboards, and several percussion instruments.

Background Arias was born on August 5, 1976, in Makati, Philippines He composed, arranged and co-produced Geneva Cruz's album, "To Manila", which was released October 2013. He also composed jingles for different commercial ads. During the Battles, he was paired up with Dave Lamar where they sang "Bohemian Rhapsody." Arias later won that round and which made him advanced to the Live shows. In the first Live show, he sang Aerosmith's "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing while suffering from mononucleosis." He was later eliminated after Geronimo picked Eva delos Santos over him.

Discography

With Excerpts Sunday Jam sa Tagaytay Una

With Velcro Ubod ng Lakas na Dikoryenteng Kombo The Closer (Close up toothpaste commercial) Released

Solo albums 98 Seconds Six Pack Blues

Collaborations Hearts Desire (album) (with Rachel Alejandro) To Manila (album) (with Geneva Cruz) Sinungaling (with Geneva Cruz) Kakalimutan (with Suzara)