Erik Santos

Erik Santos
Erik Santos during a Chicago concert in 2008.
Erik Santos during a Chicago concert in 2008.
Background information
Birth nameRhoderick Ramos Santos
Born (1982-10-10) October 10, 1982 (age 41)
OriginMalabon, Metro Manila, Philippines
Occupation(s)Singer
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • piano
Years active2004–present
Labels
  • Star Music (2004—present)
  • Backroom Inc. (2003–2011)
  • Star Magic (2011–present)
  • Cornerstone Talent Management Center (present)
WebsiteArchived 9 March 2016 at the Wayback Machine

Rhoderick Ramos Santos (born October 10, 1982) is a Filipino singer. He rose to prominence after winning the reality talent competition Star in a Million in 2003.[1] He has been referred to as the “King of Pinoy Teleserye Theme Songs.”[2][3][4][5] His debut album, This Is the Moment, was released in 2004 and went 3× Platinum.[6]

His passion for music started during his childhood years. He participated in various singing competitions.[7] His best-selling albums, sold-out concerts and a demand for corporate shows, accolades from Awit Awards, Star Awards and Aliw Awards, endorsements for a bank (Bank of the Philippine Island's Express Remit), theme songs for radio stations, and even movies earned him an unusual popularity.[8][9] His first single, "Pagbigyang Muli", remained number one on WRR's hit chart for more than 20 weeks together with his other songs filling up the chart simultaneously.[10]

  1. ^ "Erik Santos: The first 'Star in a Million'". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 22, 2019.
  2. ^ "Erik Santos with star-studded birthday treat this Sunday on 'ASAP Natin 'To'". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved June 17, 2023.
  3. ^ Cuevas, Laica (September 6, 2022). "Most Iconic Theme Songs of Erik Santos". Your Guide to the Big City. Retrieved June 17, 2023.
  4. ^ Borromeo, Emmy (April 6, 2017). "Erik Santos Sings Greatest OPM Classics in Sophomore 'Powerhouse' Show". Wish FM 107.5. Retrieved June 17, 2023.
  5. ^ "REALITY SHOW CHRONICLES: Erik Santos reveals childhood dream before joining Star In A Million". PEP.ph. Retrieved June 17, 2023.
  6. ^ "Erik Santos (2) – This Is The Moment". discogs. Retrieved November 22, 2019.
  7. ^ "Maalaala Mo Kaya: Telebisyon (Erik Santos) (2004)". Maalaala Mo Kaya. Retrieved November 22, 2019.
  8. ^ Admin, Star Cinema. "Erik Santos as the 'King of Theme Songs' | Star Cinema". starcinema.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved November 22, 2019.
  9. ^ BWW News Desk. "Lea Salonga and Erik Santos Among Aliw Award Recipients". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved November 22, 2019.
  10. ^ "Best Ballad Boy". Manila Bulletin Entertainment. Retrieved November 22, 2019.