Filipinos have always had a soft spot for love songs, tunes about falling in love, getting hurt, missing someone, or simply finding comfort in another person. It is familiar territory for many musicians. But how do you make a love song feel fresh? For SunKissed Lola, the answer is to keep it...
For generations of Filipinos, “Babalik Ka Rin” has been more than a Gary Valenciano hit. The song has become closely associated with the lives of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families, capturing the longing, sacrifice and hope that come with leaving home to build a better life....
For fans, seeing BINI and SB19 together is still enough to cause a stir. But for the two biggest names in P-pop, the moment was not as unusual as it looked from the outside. BINI and SB19 recently crossed paths ahead of their respective performances at Japan’s Summer Sonic Music Festival, taking...
Some people drift into our lives sans fanfare, yet end up leaving the biggest mark. They may not stay forever, but their presence comes at the right time, offering comfort, encouragement or simply the reassurance that someone is there when it matters most. It is this quiet kind of connection that...
Two resolutions have been filed in the House of Representatives seeking to recognize SB19 for a string of international milestones that lawmakers say have elevated Filipino music and strengthened the country 's tourism profile. House Resolution No. 1280, authored by Reps. Javier Miguel "Javi"...
SB19 is savoring another milestone after making history as the first Filipino act to perform at one of the world 's biggest music festivals. Fresh from their appearance at Lollapalooza 2026 in Chicago, the P-pop powerhouse took to social media to thank fans and reflect on what they described...
Filipino-American singer-songwriter Steve Lacy is to headline this year 's LALALA Music Festival in Manila. His return carries added significance for Filipino fans. Born to an African-American mother and a Filipino father, Lacy has occasionally spoken about his Filipino heritage, making his...
SB19 is adding a new title to its growing list of milestones. The P-pop powerhouse has been appointed as one of the Philippines’ newest tourism ambassadors, with the Department of Tourism (DOT) looking to harness the group’s international following to...
For years, "Hawak Kamay" has been embraced as a song of hope, comfort and unwavering support. But few know it was born from the heartbreak of a 14-year-old girl trying to hold on to someone she considered family. Singer-songwriter Yeng Constantino has opened up about the deeply personal story...
"ALT.CHESTRA" is the latest showcase series by GNN, bringing together alternative musicians for live performances backed by an 11-piece orchestra. The result transforms beloved songs into lush, strings-heavy and brass-filled arrangements typically heard only in grand concert halls. Leading the...
Filipino artists take center stage in DreamWorks Animation’s upcoming film “Forgotten Island,” with a soundtrack bringing together major names in OPM and Filipino-American music. Set for release in Philippine cinemas on Sept. 23, “Forgotten Island” is a Filipino culture-inspired animated...
Major names in Original Pilipino Music (OPM) are set to compete for top honors at the 17th Star Awards for Music of PMPC Star Awards Inc., scheduled on June 25, 2026, at Teatrino Promenade in Greenhills, San Juan City. This year’s nominees reflect a strong mix of mainstream chart-toppers, veteran...
