Rico Blanco
Rock Singer
Founder of the Filipino rock band Rivermaya who also wrote music for the Filipino Department of Tourism.
He wrote music for the United Nations MDG, including "Tayo Tayo Rin".
He acted in the film, Nasaan si Francis?
His parents are Rene Aldeguer Blanco and Purita Crisostomo.
He was influenced by Paul Hewson's band, U2.