4 facts to know Toronto-based electro-pop duo ‘Mnd3gma’ better
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In one way or another, Jordan Alexander might sound familiar to you. This is because the name is best known for their iconic role as Julien Calloway in the HBO Max reboot of Gossip Girl.
Aside from showcasing their acting skills on screen, they are also embarking on a new venture into music, which happens to be their first love. However, in this journey, Vancouver-born, Toronto-raised talent Alexander is not alone.
Together with Sakina Garcia, an actor and model from the Philippines, they established an electro-pop duo poised to shatter not only records but also boundaries.
Let’s get acquainted with Mnd3gma (pronounced as “man-di-rig-ma”), an independent pop duo based in Toronto.
Sakina Garcia has Filipino roots
Born and raised in the Philippines, Garcia is a first-generation Filipino-Canadian who has been modeling both in the country and internationally. She is also musically inclined, serving as a singer-songwriter, producer, and a disk jockey.
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They have a debut song in Filipino
Their debut song “Tayong Dalawa” is written in full Filipino. The song’s title means “the two of us,” and it narrates the tale of two extraterrestrial beings in search of love and companionship. It is a revolutionary pop music that holds the story of the multi-hyphenate duo and gives us a knowledge into their unconventional universe.
Immersing themselves in Filipino culture, both Garcia and Alexander went to the Philippines and shot their music video directed by rising Filipino director Elena Virata.
They infuse self-expression into their music
Participating in the rise of several artists, the band aims to convey their stories and messages to the world. In a statement shared by ET Canada, they expressed that their story is both pure and unique, and they are eager to share more about their world.
“There are lots of amazing artists out there and this is our contribution to the genre. It’s pure and unique and most importantly, it’s our story,” they said.
Coming back with “Fist Fight”
As they return to the scene, the duo showcased their adaptability by making a complete turnaround, delivering a more energetic and powerful electronic track.
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But this is more than just a hard-hitting single as the song pushes a timely and relevant message about the current situation of the climate crisis.
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Listening to Mnd3gma is a music experience like no other.
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