- Artist:
Zaldy Zhirkan - Rating:
- Release Date: 1998
- Genre: Rock
Review
In 1998, Philippine male singer Zaldy Zhirkan released his debut album, Bulong ng Puso ("Whisper of Heart"). The album also marks the first release of Rock Records Philippines, the Philippine affiliate of the Taiwan-headquartered, Asia-Pacific independent powerhouse Rock Records.The music of Bulong ng Puso consists of the passionate, easy-listening love song so popular in the Philippines. Eight of the ten songs are ballads, while one other song is a bit faster. Only one song, "Sa Piling Mo" ("In Your Arms"), has an outright upbeat tempo. The lack of diversity tends to make the songs sound alike. Nonetheless, as far as easy-listening music goes, the album is well done, and Zhirkan sings in a strong, pleasant voice. He also plays searing electric lead guitar on several songs. The keyboards, played by Ferfie Marquez, are heard prominently throughout the album, adding an elegant and tender touch to such ballads as "Kailan Mo Sasabihin" ("When Will You Say"), "Sana'y Ako Pa Rin" ("I Hope It's Still Me") and "Bulong Ng Puso" ("Whisper of Heart"). The one upbeat song, "Sa Piling Mo," is a welcome respite from the predominance of ballads. It opens on a spirited drum kick and follows with a captivating guitar line. The song features a catchy melody sung with gusto by Zhirkan, and the chorus is fortified by the contagious guitar line heard earlier. One wonders why Zhirkan didn't perform more upbeat songs. The abundance of Filipino-styled ballads becomes tedious, and the album needs more songs like "Sa Piling Mo." ~ David Gonzales, All Music Guide
Tracks
| Track Title | Composers | Performers | Time |
| Kung Kailangan Mo Ako [If You Needed Me] | |||
| Kailan Mo Sasabihin [When Will You Say] | |||
| Kung Ayaw Mo Na [If You Don't Like Anymore] | |||
| Kapag Kasama Ka (If I M With You) | |||
| Ayaw Ko NG Umibig Sa Iba (I Don T Want to Love Another) | |||
| Sana'y Ako Pa Rin (I Hope It S Still Me) | |||
| Bulong NG Puso (Whisper of Heart) | |||
| Nasaan Ka? (Where Are You?) | |||
| Sa Piling Mo (In Your Arms) | |||
| Hinahanap-Hanap [Always Looking] |
