About the author
Mariel Abanes
Mariel is a freelance writer/editor from Manila, mainly covering the lifestyle and culture beats. A big music fan with a passion for Asian music, she's constantly on the lookout for the next hit or an undiscovered gem waiting to be heard. When not bopping to her tunes, she's dreaming of days when she'll be able to go back to backpacking the world or attending intimate gigs of her favorite bands.