Zild Benitez

Daniel Zildjian Garon Benitez (born April 23, 1997), is a Filipino musician, producer, and singer-songwriter. He is currently the lead vocalist, pianist/keyboardist, synth player and bassist of IV of Spades.

In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Garon and the surname or paternal family name is Benitez.
Zild Benitez
Background information
Birth nameDaniel Zildjian Garon Benitez
Also known asZild
Born (1997-04-23) April 23, 1997
Quezon City, Philippines
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Musician
  • Songwriter
  • Producer
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • Bass
  • Guitar
  • Keyboards/Synthesizers
  • Ukulele
  • Drums/Synth pads/Percussions
Years active2014–present
LabelsWarner Music Philippines
Associated acts

Personal life

Zild Benitez is the son of Frank Benitez, the former drummer of Hungry Young Poets and Barbie's Cradle. He recently graduated at De La Salle-College of St. Benilde. His course is Bachelor of Arts in Music Production.

During his childhood and teenage years, he became a commercial model for various brands in the Philippines, including Lucky Me! Pancit Canton, Coca-Cola, and Nido.

Career

IV of Spades
Main article: IV of Spades
Benitez in 2018

In June 2014, Allan Mitchell Silonga decided to form a band for his son Blaster, who would become the band's lead guitarist. The Silongas were able to recruit drummer Badjao de Castro and bassist Zildjian "Zild" Benitez, who are the sons of Allan's friends. Unique Salonga, Benitez's churchmate who was already writing his own music, was later recruited to become the band's lead singer.[1][2]

The band later signed to Warner Music Philippines and released their first single "Ilaw sa Daan".[3]

They also released their second single entitled “Hey Barbara” on July 9, 2017 and followed up by their third single “Where Have You Been My Disco?” on December 9, 2017 via YouTube.[4]

In 2018, the band released their fourth single called "Mundo". They performed it live in Wish 107.5, a radio YouTube channel and it became the group's highest viewed single on YouTube. The band's videos have over 120 million views for a live performance on YouTube.[5]

IV of Spades won the New Artist of the Year and the MYX Bandarito Performance of the Year and Nominated as Group the Year at the annual Myx Music Awards.[6] The band also won the Dreams Come True with Air Asia, the airline's search for the most promising acts in the region. The band performed with David Foster as part of their prize. They also won the Favorite New Group award at the 30th annual Awit Awards.[7]

Currently, Benitez handles the responsibility as the lead vocalist after their former lead vocalist Unique Salonga left in order to pursue "personal endeavors".[8] The band released their debut studio album, ClapClapClap!, on January 18, 2019.

Manila Magic

He is also a member of electronic pop duo Manila Magic, with Tim Marquez of One Click Straight.[9]

As a Solo Artist

Benitez released "Sinungaling" with its music video on June 12, 2020.[10] Few weeks later, he also released "Dila", along with its music video on July 9, 2020.[11] On August 6, 2020, he released his debut solo album titled "Homework Machine".[12] It features "Sinungaling" and "Dila" which were released beforehand.

On February 10, 2021, Benitez released "Kyusi" with its music video on YouTube.[13]

According to his Spotify profile,[14] he used the isolation time from the COVID-19 pandemic to create and produce his own songs.

Discography

Albums

as a Solo Artist

Title Year Reference
Homework Machine 2020 [15]

with IV of Spades

Title Year Reference
CLAPCLAPCLAP! 2019 [16]

Singles

as a Solo Artist

Title Year Album Reference
Sinungaling 2020 Homework Machine [17]
Dila [18]
Habulan [19][20]
Alalahanin [21]
Takbo Ng Panahon [22]
Ibang Planeta Himig Handog 2020 [23]
Luha ng Lupa Non-album singles [24]
Kyusi 2021 [25]

with Manila Magic

Title Year Album
In The Night 2016 Non-album singles
I Feel Like Dancing

with IV of Spades

Main article: IV of Spades discography

Accolades
Year Award Category Recipient Result Ref.
2021 6th Wish Music Awards Wish Rock/Alternative Song of the Year "Sinungaling" Nominated [26]
Wish Breakthrough Artist of the Year Zild Won

References
  1. Gloria, Gaby (October 21, 2017). "IV of Spades is ready to boogie". Youngstar. The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on March 8, 2018. Retrieved June 12, 2018.
  2. Fernandez, Denise (December 1, 2017). "Here's why IV OF SPADES is about to become your new favorite band". Scout Magazine. Retrieved June 12, 2018.
  3. "Here's why IV OF SPADES is about to become your new favorite band - Scout Magazine". December 1, 2017. Retrieved July 18, 2018.
  4. "IV OF SPADES - Hey Barbara (Official Video)". YouTube. July 9, 2017. Retrieved May 13, 2020.
  5. "IV of Spades perform "Mundo" LIVE on Wish 107.5 Bus". YouTube. March 4, 2018. Retrieved May 13, 2020.
  6. "The boys of IV of Spades get into the Myx | BusinessMirror". businessmirror.com.ph. Retrieved April 7, 2018.
  7. "IV of Spades to continue without vocalist Unique Salonga". GMA News Online. Retrieved July 18, 2018.
  8. Bernardino, Stephanie Marie (May 5, 2018). "Unique Salonga leaves IV of Spades". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved May 5, 2018.
  9. "Scout Friday Picks: Manila Magic". Scout Mag. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
  10. Bandwagon (June 12, 2020). "Zild Benitez drops surprise track, 'Sinungaling' – watch". Retrieved July 26, 2020.
  11. Bodegon, Kara (July 9, 2020). "Zild Benitez releases new single 'Dila' for those who "can't keep their mouth shut" – watch". Retrieved July 26, 2020.
  12. Fallore, Renuel (August 6, 2020). "IV OF SPADES' ZILD UNLEASHES SOLO ALBUM 'HOMEWORK MACHINE'". Retrieved August 6, 2020.
  13. Bodegon, Kara (February 9, 2021). "Zild shares new "childish and funny" single, 'Kyusi' – listen". Retrieved February 10, 2021.
  14. "Zild on Spotify". Zild on Spotify. Retrieved July 26, 2020.
  15. Fallore, Renuel (August 6, 2020). "IV OF SPADES' ZILD UNLEASHES SOLO ALBUM 'HOMEWORK MACHINE'". Retrieved August 6, 2020.
  16. Fallore, Renuel (January 18, 2019). "IV OF SPADES Debut Album 'CLAPCLAPCLAP' Has Arrived!". Myx. Retrieved January 20, 2019.
  17. Bandwagon (June 12, 2020). "Zild Benitez drops surprise track, 'Sinungaling' – watch". Retrieved July 26, 2020.
  18. Bodegon, Kara (July 9, 2020). "Zild Benitez releases new single 'Dila' for those who "can't keep their mouth shut" – watch". Retrieved July 26, 2020.
  19. Benitez, Zild. "Zild - habulan". YouTube. Retrieved November 21, 2020.
  20. Constantino, Brianne (August 6, 2020). "ZILD IS IN 8-BIT PARADISE IN "HABULAN" VIDEO". Retrieved November 21, 2020.
  21. Benitez, Zild. "Zild - lalahanin". YouTube. Retrieved November 21, 2020.
  22. Benitez, Zild. "Zild - takbo ng panahon". YouTube. Retrieved November 21, 2020.
  23. Singh, Surej (November 16, 2020). "Listen to Zild's new track, 'Ibang Planeta'". Retrieved November 21, 2020.
  24. Benitez, Zild. "Zild - Luha Ng Lupa". YouTube. Retrieved November 21, 2020.
  25. Bodegon, Kara (February 9, 2021). "Zild shares new "childish and funny" single, 'Kyusi' – listen". Retrieved February 10, 2021.
  26. "The 2021 Wish 107.5 Music Awards: Official List of Nominees". Wish 107.5. Retrieved November 22, 2020.
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