Florante

Florante (born Florante de Leon) is a beloved Filipino folk singer-songwriter and activist whose heartfelt music became a soundtrack for social change during the Marcos era. Rising to fame in the 1970s with poignant anthems like "Handog" and "Ako’y Isang Pinoy," his soulful voice and socially conscious lyrics made him a cultural icon. After relocating to the U.S., he continued performing for Filipino communities worldwide, blending classic hits with new material that stays true to his folk roots and advocacy for freedom and justice. Recent releases like the hopeful "Iwagayway Natin," the introspective "Kasarinlan," and the live-recorded "Las Vegas Live" show Florante keeping his legacy alive with both fresh acoustic reworks and spirited new tracks. His music remains a warm, rallying cry for generations of listeners.