True to their name, the music of Manila-based pop rock band The Itchyworms is made for those itching to dance and get grooving. Formed in 1996, they have been staples of the OPM since their breakthrough second album Noon Time Show in 2005. Their playful, bright sound is filled with heart-tugging guitar licks, distinctive vocal harmonies and lyrics that celebrate the highs and lows of life and love. Combining radio-friendly ’90s alt-rock vibes with a spunky punk energy, the band crackle with an electrifying charge in both upbeat (“Akin Ka Na Lang”) and melancholic (“Beer”) tunes alike.