Taken by Cars is a Philippine indie rock band known for their distinctive sound that merges post-punk, new wave, and electronic music influences. The band formed in 2007, quickly gaining traction in the Manila indie music scene with their debut album "Endings of a New Kind," which was well-received for its fresh sound and hit singles such as "A Weeknight Memoir (In High Definition)" and "Uh Oh." The album arguably set the standard for the local indie sound of its time and cemented the band's place in the Philippine music landscape.

With their follow up album, "Dualist," released in 2011, Taken by Cars maintained their momentum and continued to explore and refine their sound. The album's successful blending of catchy hooks and thoughtful lyrics helped them to gain a wider audience both locally and internationally. They progressed further with their 2017 release, "Plagues," and the 2018 release, "F.A.S.T," both of which showcased the band's ability to adapt and evolve while staying true to their core aesthetic. Their latest work, "Turn of the Tide Remixes," indicates their penchant for reinvention and engagement with the electronic music sphere, offering fans fresh interpretations of their music. With their innovative approach and consistent output, Taken by Cars has established themselves as a mainstay in the Filipino music scene and as a beacon for the evolution of indie rock in the region.