Turn Up the Speakers: How &FRIENDS Festival Reshaped What an EDM Festival in Asia Can Be By Bridging Music and Pop Culture

The &FRIENDS Festival, held on May 30-31, has redefined the EDM scene in Southeast Asia, seamlessly blending music, gaming, and internet culture into a vibrant cultural phenomenon. Organized by Banusing’s Clout Kitchen team, the festival reflects how fans today engage with music in multifaceted ways.
Not Just Your Typical Music Festival, This Breaks the Silence

Manila, Philippines – On June 7, 2025, JCI Manila’s first ever benefit music festival, “Break the Silence,” will illuminatev, uniting artists, partners and beneficiaries to give voice to the Filipino women and children who are experiencing abuse, mental health and sexual exploitation.
East Meets West at &FRIENDS Festival: Zedd, ILLENIUM, bbno$, Ylona Garcia, Amiel Sol, Kiyo, more
Set in the heart of Manila, &FRIENDS Festival is redefining what it means to be a destination music experience in Southeast Asia. On May 30 & 31, 2025, at Okada Manila, global superstars and Asia’s rising artists come together to celebrate music that’s beyond borders.
MYX amplifies Gen Z voice with new video jocks

MYX brings fresh vibes and young blood this 2025 with six new video jocks to represent the new generation in the music channel’s new era.
Hev Abi Live in Canada

Filipino hip-hop sensation Hev Abi is set to ignite stages in Toronto, Montreal, and Calgary this Spring 2025 as part of his highly anticipated Canadian tour.
GRAMMYs, Jules Aurora, Denise Julia, P-Lo, and more! | MYX News Hot List

The Grammy nominations are in! Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga’s “Die With A Smile” snagged three nominations, Metallica is up for Best Metal Performance, and Olivia Rodrigo earned a nod for Best Song Written for Visual Media. First-time nominees Jesse Barera, Jeff Bernat, and Timothy Atlas are recognized in the Gospel category, and many more!
Manila Luzon, Saweetie, BINI, Hello Love Again, and more! | MYX News Hot List

Manila Luzon returns with her first-ever Tagalog track, ‘Dyosa.’, and many more!
Chelsea Manalo, Denise Julia, Talilo Marfil, Tech N9ne, Kiefer Ravena, and more! | MYX News Hot List

Chelsea Manalo has officially landed in Mexico City, Denise Julia drops latest track, and many more!
Bruno Mars, Rosé, Bella Poarch, Nieman, BGYO, and more! | MYX News Hot List

Bruno Mars and BLACKPINK’s Rosé release their highly anticipated collab track “APT,” and many more!
BGYO, MBNel, P-Lo, Guapdad 4000, Nueve Lio, and more! | MYX News Hot List

BGYO is back in the US and visits TikTok HQ, and many more!