In early 2000s, Manila, the capital city of The Philippines, witnessed the birth of a new generation of independent bands inspired by the Pinoy soul movement. Their songs featured a range of influences, from jazz to funk, Motown soul music and rock. These genres were collectively termed as the Pinoy soul. One of the earliest bands to play this music was Sino Sikat [Filipino: Who is Kat], launched by Kat Aggarado in 2004. "Since many musical influences led to the creation of our sound, we didn't know what to label it. We are Filipinos [Pinoy] and play music from our soul, so we decided to call it Pinoy soul. After us, many others began to play what we call 'baby making music'. It led to the birth of the movement," says Manila-based Aggarado, vocalist of the band that includes Niki Cabardo (keyboard), Tim Dadivas (drums), Bergan Nunez (bass) and Carlos Jesena (guitar). 

Kat Aggarado (centre) with members of Sino Sikat