Batangas buskers RK Velasco, Kenlei Serwelas debut as Carwajee
RK Velasco The origins of Carwajee members Richter Kent "RK" Velasco and Kenlei Serwelas are as compelling as their sound. Launching their debut single " Asawa " under Imperium Entertainment , the duo brings a raw, busker-honed energy to the OPM scene, discovered by award-winning filmmaker Daniel Palacio . Both members of Carwajee hail from Lipa, Batangas, and their musicality draws immediate comparisons to the melodic warmth of Cup of Joe . In a blind listening session conducted by Imperium Entertainment, 8 out of 11 music critics specifically noted the sonic similarities between the two groups. Much like the Baguio-based hitmakers, the new duo leans into a blend of soulful acoustic arrangements and heartfelt storytelling. However, where Cup of Joe offers a breezy, retro-pop nostalgia, Carwajee introduces a cinematic folk-pop edge—a reflection of Palacio’s influence as their sole songwriter. “We aren’t even on the same planet as Cup of Joe yet, so getting compar...
