Trina Belamide & Zion Aquino: Two Grateful Souls in One Epic Night of Musical Treat

Last Thursday was just a regular day for me, but for these two very talented individuals, it was a day to celebrate the things they've been grateful for for the past years. 

Trina Belamide is considered to be one of the best songwriters in the country. Honestly (and I'm kind of ashamed to admit this), when you say Trina Belamide, only one song comes into my mind - Tell The World Of His Love. To date, it is probably the most popular song she's ever written. Having studied in a Catholic school back then, we were required to memorize it (with actions) because it's the official song used in the 1995 World Youth Day held in Manila. So that's how I knew about her.

It is only just recently that I found out that she is the genius behind some of the OPM hits that has already become part of our lives. During her celebration of her 25th year in the music industry, dubbed as Grateful Soul held at 12 Monkeys Music Hall & Pub in Century City Mall, she was joined by The Company, Ima Castro, and Regine Velasquez as they performed some of her popular hits like Now That I Have You, You've Made Me Stronger, Tell The World Of His Love, and Shine, just to name a few. 

The night is also a celebration of a new milestone in her career as she launched her first talent - Zion Aquino. She's really not into handling artists but she believed in Zion's talent so much that he convinced her to officially manage her.

Zion Aquino - Grateful Soul
Zion Aquino - Grateful Soul
Zion has been singing for years already and I've met him through my dear friend, John Paul Dizon. I've watched some of his gigs years ago and this album isn't a surprise anymore. The guy can really sing and, after seeing his performances during the album launch, I can say that he's just gotten better from the last time I've seen him perform years back. 

Zion's story, him being a cancer survivor, is such an inspiration. There came a point where he almost gave up. It was truly desperating but that didn't stop him. He once met Trina Belamide in a music camp. Trina was really impressed with his voice and that paved his way to where he is right now. It may have been long overdue but, I'm sure, the long wait is totally worth it for Zion.

If there's one thing I admire of Zion (except of course his powerful singing voice), it is his will and perseverance in making his dreams happen. Whatever he has undergone didn't stop him from pursuing his dreams. Truly, God's hands work in mysterious ways and in the perfect timing. 





Zion Aquino's Grateful Soul is a 10-track album all written and produced by Trina Belamide. The album is distributed by Star Music and is now out in the market. It's also available for purchase in iTunes Store or you may get a physical copy by messaging Zion on his Facebook Page. Alternatively, you may also stream it on Spotify: 




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Edward Santos

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