Surely, there’s something about the post-pandemic Filipino music scene that shifted. What used to feel niche is now front and center. P-pop has found its footing, its audience, and its confidence. From BINI preparing to make waves on the global stage with their much-anticipated performance at Coachella this year to SB19 continuing to represent Filipino artistry at massive international events like ACON 2025, fandom culture has only grown louder, prouder, and more united.
And as the genre continues to expand, new groups are stepping forward—ready to be discovered, streamed on repeat, and hyperfixated on. One of them? WRIVE.
After coming up just short on their 2023 survival show, members Asi, Ishiro, Russu, Drei, and Mathew are finally stepping into their long-awaited era. The group is gearing up for the release of their first full album on Jan. 16, following their earlier debut tracks “Ooh La La” and “Señorita.”
If you’re wondering why WRIVE feels like a group worth keeping an eye on, here are a few reasons why they might just become your next obsession.
They’re creatives, not just performers
WRIVE is deeply involved in the creative process. Members Russu and Ishiro notably contributed to bringing BINI’s “Infinity,” from the group’s newest album FLAMES, to life, and they were also hands-on in crafting WRIVE’s debut tracks. For their first album, the members continue to take part in shaping their sound through new songs such as “PanoKung,” “Panaginip Na Lang,” and “Hakbang.”
This level of behind-the-scenes involvement gives WRIVE an edge, as they understand music not just as idols, but as artists.
Their chemistry is effortlessly chaotic
If you’ve seen their MYX Now interview, you already know. WRIVE’s brand of chaos is the fun, endearing kind, the type that comes from knowing each other too well. They bounce off one another naturally, finish each other’s jokes, and aren’t afraid to clown each other on camera. It’s the kind of chemistry that feels less like coworkers and more like a tight-knit friend group, which only makes fans feel closer to them.
They transform on stage
Live vocals? Check. Clean, high-energy choreography? Check. That undeniable “angas” that commands a stage? So check. WRIVE brings a performance style that feels confident but not forced, polished but still raw. They know how to hold attention and keep it.
They’re finally entering their long-awaited era
There’s something special about a group that waited, persisted, and came back stronger. WRIVE’s upcoming album is a payoff. Years of training, near-misses, and quiet preparation have led them here, and that journey makes this chapter feel more meaningful.
With P-pop continuing to thrive and fans more open than ever to discovering new groups, WRIVE arrives at the perfect moment. If you’re looking for a group with talent, personality, and a story worth rooting for, don’t be surprised if WRIVE becomes the one you can’t stop thinking about.
Zéla is an ACE. She is a Filipino-American singer, songwriter, rapper, dancer and a model that started in the USA.
She’s been writing songs since she was younger, her genre is a mix of different musical styles because she likes challenging herself. Pursuing her music career as the first P-pop Soloist of AQ Prime Music. Zéla loves to share her crafts to inspire more people through her music.
In September 2023, she debuted with the single “Karma”. She was awarded as the Philippine Pop Top New Artist Of The Year, few months after she debuted. Been performing everywhere since then.
A year after, she released her 2nd single “Pogi Boy”. Followed by a comeback song “01/01” on her birthday as a gift for her fans.
She was given the opportunity of being the only PPop Soloist act to perform at the 1st Waterbomb Festival in Manila on 2025 of February.
After a month of hiatus, Zéla returns with her 1st Studio Album called “Lockhart.” The album contains 10 tracks and mostly written by her. She’s about to unleash her superpowers across the globe and make the world her stage.A Filipino-American singer, songwriter, rapper and dancer that started in the USA. Continuing her music career as Ppop Soloist. She will hit you with her strong uplifting debut single “Karma”, let’s all meet Zéla!
“ACE”
It was night time in February of 2025, I was having a conversation with a friend at a cafe. He called me an ACE because he said I can do almost everything. So it started there, I tried to remember all the compliments that I got from other people and put them altogether in a song. I wanted to Activate Confidence to Empower other people through my song because everyone is an ACE in their own way.
“ARANGKADA”
This song was the first one I’ve heard from EC. At first I was like “hmm Tagalog, what is this song about? Haha” I really like the beats, it’s kinda different from the music that I grew up with but it’s very refreshing. EC was nice enough to let me change some lyrics as well because I couldn’t pronounce some of the words properly.
“01/01”
I wrote this after pandemic, I was getting a lot of negativity during those times to the point that I wanted to prove myself to everybody. Then I came up with this song and decided to release it on my birthday that’s why it’s called 01/01 because my birthday is January 1 and also number 1 is the monthsary of Zélors (my fandom name). It was a gift for them.
“Z.L”
Z.L means Zone Leader but it could also mean ZéLa and Zélor. Because I was doing TikTok live last March (2025) when I wrote the 1st verse on the spot with Zélors. I asked them if they could give me any words that I can write a song into and someone said Z.L and Zone Leader. And then boom I tried to finish the song the next day. It’s a leader’s pov and a women empowerment song, that’s why there’s some lyrics there saying “HER is leader” because I’m a woman myself.
“G.O.A.T”
I was furious when I wrote this song. I felt like everyone was trying to pull me down to the point that it was affecting my career. I tried to write everything down for me to cool down. I’ve also wanted to be a rockstar as a kid that’s why I made this one a rock version. And rock genre went so well with what I was feeling that time. I was “unleashing my wrath”.
“PARAISO”
Hesitant, that’s how I felt after EC explained to me the meaning of the lyrics. The lyrics are about someone’s pov saying that she’s a paradise and then I thought “wait, isn’t this kinda sound arrogant if I sing it? People might think I’m so full of myself” but as the time goes by it starts to grow on me . I also love how the beats are just simple and magical at the same time. It makes you feel like in a paradise.
“CHAOS”
Writing this song was chaos. I was just in a mood to write a unique topic. It was my first time to write a not so love song lyrics with the help of Jo. He wrote some of the lyrics and he’s the featured artist in this song. The song is about a playboy who happens to fall in love with a female alpha.
“BABABA”
This song is also in full Filipino and EC explained the meaning of it. I had a hard time singing this song because there’s a lot of “bababa” words that it got me so confused. But it’s very catchy and a good song to listen to while driving or traveling.
“HANAP KA NALANG NG IBA”
EC wrote this song, and I thought it was gonna be the easiest song from him. But I was wrong, I couldn’t get the timing right on the post hook part, it took me a few hours to hit the right timing. But I really had fun recording it. I love the beats and vibe that it’s giving me
“LEAVE ME”
This song is very personal to me, I was having a mental breakdown while I was writing it. All the bad things that people have told and called me got into my head that I started to believe them. I knew myself better than anyone else but that time was too much. I thought maybe I was becoming someone I’m not because that’s what everyone is calling me or wants me to become. It took me hours to record this song because I couldn’t stop crying but thankfully I got to finish it with the help of Coach Karl.
Hot off the heels of their latest comeback track, "Alam Mo Ba," P-pop boy group 1st.One is set to wave the Philippine flag high on the international stage once again, as they’ve just been announced as one of the official performers for the ASEAN-Korea Music Festival 2025—also known as ROUND—which will be held at Zepp Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Organized with the mission of fostering cultural exchange and musical collaboration between Southeast Asian nations and South Korea, the ASEAN-KOREA ROUND FESTIVAL stands as one of the region’s most prestigious platforms for rising and established music acts.
This year, the spotlight turns to 1st.One, who will proudly represent the Philippines on the international stage. Known for their explosive performances, intricate choreography, and passion for excellence, 1st.One continues to carve out a name for themselves in the ever-evolving P-pop scene—and now, among a global audience.
Fans can look forward to seeing the group share the stage with other top artists from across the ASEAN region and Korea, highlighting a shared love for music and a future of deeper regional connections through performance.
ALAMAT just dropped a new music and the project pays homage to different aspects Filipino culture, while showcasing the group's musical and artistic talents. Not only is "Dayang" a catchy P-pop banger, but the music video treatment also features catchy choreography that is slowly taking the Philippines by storm on social media!
Sonically, "Dayang" tells a story of finally finding the right person after countless heartbreak. The song is also a metaphor for the love being as seamless as a graceful dance, which is represented in the music video's dance numbers. Check out the music video here!
BGYO is releasing their third album soon and if their new single "Patintero" is a sign of things to come — fellow ACEs are in for something special. The collective's new song has been making waves since its release thanks to billboard promotions, live performances, and a music video. Much of the track's marketing efforts have been centered around Gelo, Akira, JL, Mikki, and Nate wearing bright colors painting the picture to represent the sonic vibe of "Patintero." Watch the official music video and a live performance video below!
Fresh off of releasing their "Strings" album, BINI is back with a new song! Not only is "Karera," a new song but it also represents a new era and a new sound for the P-pop girl group. In true comeback fashion, the empowering track sends a message to listeners reaffirming them to live life at their own pace and to not worry about things beyond their control. You can watch the music video below!
If you're interested in catching BINI live, they will be performing at 1MX Sydney Music Festival together with William Singe, Dami Im, KZ Tandingan, Ben&Ben, Milky Day, Keenan Te, and Maymay Entrata on October 8, at the Hordern Pavilion! You can also listen to a full version of "Unlearn You" below!
We love international music recognition! BINI has been nominated at the Brazil's BreakTudo Awards in the Music by New International Music Artist category. The all female P-pop group recently dropped their "Strings" album last year.
Founded in 2016, BreakTudo Awards states on its website its mission which is "to celebrate the most prominent and emerging highlights of the entertainment and pop culture scene. By relying on public collaboration, the BreakTudo Awards recognizes both renowned artists and categories, including National Male Artist, National Female Artist and National Hit, as well as emerging talent, exemplified by categories such as National Breakthrough Artist and Music by New National Artist. In addition, the award also sheds light on rising artists through categories such as Upcoming Artist, thus enriching their contribution to the entertainment industry."
For a complete list of 2023 nominees which includes Asian superstars like Jungkook, BLACKPINK, New Jeans, EXO, and more, visit https://www.breaktudoawards.com/breaktudo-awards-2023-nominees/.
In the Music by New International Music Artist category, BINI is included among the following acts:
Date Your Dad – Bellah Mae
Enough – charlieonnafriday
Fluo – Sangiovanni
I Feel Good – BINI
I Tried – Daniel Seavey
never knew a heart could break itself (acoustic) – Zach Hood
Nico Valdi Produciendo a Rochy – Nico Valdi, Rochy
QUITATE LA ROPA – La Cross
Photo Courtesy of BINI's Instagram
ALAMAT is back with new music and the group continues to prove why they are one of the names to watch in P-pop. If you're not familiar with the collective, they are a 6-member sing-rap-dance boy group from the Philippines that combines both traditional and modern Philippine cultural elements with Western/global influences in the various facets of their music, including dance, fashion, and iconography.
ALAMAT just dropped a new song titled "Walang Hangan" and the track is the second single from their upcoming album "IsaPuso." In addition to releasing the song, they also dropping an accompanying music video for the emotional ballad. You can watch ALAMAT's "Walang Hangan" music video below!
Fresh off the success of viral hit “Unang Sayaw,” Filipino pop-rock outfit NOBITA continues to smash out of the gate with another song with commercial potential. Their new single “Paruparo Na Walang Hanggan” plays on the band’s musical strengths,
blending deeply personal lyrics with soulful, harmony-laden arrangements. Like their previous releases, NOBITA’s latest song hits home with vulnerability that people can relate to.
“Paruparo Na Walang Hanggan is a song for someone who continues to believe in love, no matter the struggles they may have experienced in the past,” the chart-topping band shares in a statement. “The main hook and most of the melodic lines just came out spontaneously during one of our rehearsals for an event. It felt like we just vomited it subconsciously.” While it’s a love song to the core, “Paruparo Na Walang Hanggan” embraces a more intricate sonic direction, going as far as adding layers of choir-like elements, sparse keyboard textures, and bluesy chords to create something slightly out of the ordinary. Isagani Palabyab, their constant collaborator, co-produced the track and helped redefine its kundiman sensibilities with
a modern flair.
NOBITA adds, “We take pride in making songs that the audience can feel what we feel and remember easily the melody and lyrics of the song when they first hear it. We’re grateful to Isagani for encapsulating this vision into something memorable and subtle, and still giving off that familiar sound of ours.”
The song will be included in the setlist for their upcoming 6-city tour in the US, which kicks off in Las Vegas, Nevada on August 11 and wraps up in Fairfax, Virginia on August 26. Tickets are available at www.ToggleSwitchPH.com.
For more information about the tour, check out the details below:
August 11: Las Vegas, NV (The Usual Place)
August 12: Los Angeles, CA (The Vermont Hollywood)
August 18: Seattle, WA (Substation Seattle)
August 19: San Francisco, CA (The Historic Bal Theater)
August 25: New York, NY (Sounds of Brazil)
August 26: Fairfax, VA (Jammin Java)
NOBITA’s “ Paruparo Na Walang Hanggan ” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment.
We have new music from P-Pop boy group Alamat! The six-member group composed of Taneo, Mo, Jao, Tomas, R-Ji and Alas just dropped a new music video for their song “Day and Night” and the visuals feature ‘Darna’ star Jane De Leon.
In the music video for the feel-good banger, Jane De Leon pays homage to Magindaras, a mermaid in Bicol/Visayas mythology. This project stays aligned with Alamat’s efforts to introduce "traditional and modern Philippine cultural elements with Western/global influences in the various facets of their music, including dance, fashion, and iconography."
Watch Alamat’s “Day and Night” music video starring Jane De Leon below!
As SB19 approaches its fifth year anniversary, the iconic Filipino boy group drops its much- awaited EP PAGTATAG! on June 9, 2023.
PAGTATAG! marks SB19’s commencement of a new era highlighted with a more mature and captivating mix of music. The highly anticipated EP is a musical testimony of the group’s journey and transformation since their humble beginnings in 2018.
The six-track EP is SB19’s boldest release yet, offering audiences unexplored genres and musical style with an immersive experience set to draw in listeners and keep them hooked. The group effortlessly delivers an EP packed with powerful emotions and messages, ready to shake listeners to the core.
PAGTATAG! includes “GENTO,” which completely sets the tone of the EP by putting the group’s transformational change, versatility, and confidence into the spotlight. Fans will be treated to an SB19-first, a soulful R&B piece – “I WANT YOU” – that unveils a deeper dimension of the group and puts on display their raw passions and emotions for the world to see. “CRIMZONE” presents the SB19’s signature hard-hitting beats, a homage to their struggles and triumphs as artists. The EP also includes two profound ballads, “ILAW” and “LIHAM,” songs that are set to play with your emotions and seep deep into your skin.
“FREEDOM” is SB19’s celebration anthem for a new era, celebrating life, fans, and a new chapter as a group.
While the release of PAGTATAG! is set to make waves, fans are in for another treat as the “I WANT YOU” music video drops on the same day. Heads will turn their way, as SB19 releases a more sensual and soulful music video never seen before. Fans will get a more intimate glimpse of SB19 as they experience this heart-stuttering new song. “I WANT YOU” is a poignant play at one’s aspirations, teasingly within reach.
PAGTATAG! without a doubt marks the beginning of a new era that is unapologetically SB19. This new era thrusts into the spotlight their evolution as artists and celebrates both their struggles and triumphs as a group. Firmly rooted on their beginnings, SB19 has grown into an internationally acclaimed musical sensation who continue to test and break limits with their unconventional sound and unbounded talent.
As PAGTATAG! is released into the world, fans can finally immerse in the groundbreaking, trendsetting sounds of SB19. A more exhilarating journey is yet to come as the group embarks on their second world tour. The award-winning group is set to kick-off their world tour at the Araneta Coliseum on June 24 and 25 and will have multiple stops in cities across the Philippines, United States, and Canada. Tickets are available through TicketNet outlets nationwide or through www.ticketnet.com.ph.
HORI7ON is the newest P-pop group chasing international stardom. The collective, which is co-managed by South Korean label MLD Entertainment, just dropped their first ever music video with their pre-debut single “Dash.” HORI7ON is composed of members Kim, Winston, Vinci, Jeromy, Reyster, Marcus, and Kyler.
“Dash” features the Filipino artists displaying their vocal and choreography chops over various sets, including a plane hangar and an area filled with shipping containers. The group plans to head to South Korean to finish their training before officially launching their career. You can catch HORI7ON live at the following mall shows: Robinsons Starmills (March 26,) KCC Koronadal (April 14,) KCC GenSan (April 15,) & KCC Zamboanga (April 16.)
Watch HORI7ON’s first ever music video below and stay tuned for their official debut coming soon!
