Sony Music Philippines artists emerged as the most-awarded acts at the first-ever Filipino Music Awards (FMA), collectively winning nine major titles.   Leading the charge was global pop phenomenon SB19, who swept a total of six awards, among them Tour of the Year, Concert of the Year, and the much-coveted Artist of the Year. The acclaimed Filipino boyband also clinched two People’s Choice Awards for Artist and Song, and another one for Pop Song of the Year—driven immensely by the wide-ranging appeal of their chart-topping single “DUNGKA!” from their latest EP, Simula At Wakas.   Another standout from the Sony...

AXEAN Festival 2025 recently concluded its most triumphant edition yet at Jimbaran Hub in Bali, Indonesia, attracting nearly 4,000 attendees and cementing its place as one of the region’s most influential music discovery platforms.   With glowing reviews praising its impressive curation and visionary programming, the sixth edition of AXEAN Festival 2025 delivered a dynamic fusion of discovery, dialogue, and community. The festival not only celebrated the region’s finest emerging talents but also fostered meaningful exchanges between artists, industry professionals, and delegates from around the world, reinforcing its reputation as a bridge between Southeast Asia’s creative energy and the global music stage.   A...

The magic of Korean drama is set to return to the concert stage as the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC), the  Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) proudly present OST Symphony II: K-Drama in Concert, on October 25, 2025 at the Samsung Hall, SM Aura in Taguig City - with two shows at 2:00 PM and 6:30 PM.   This event is in partnership with the Korea Tourism Organization - Manila Office (KTO), the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), SM Supermalls, VIU Philippines, and GMA.   Following the...

Spotify today unveils the first-ever RADAR Creators Philippines, spotlighting emerging Filipino podcasters redefining the local podcasting scene. From Kuya Kim Atienza’s Ano Ba Talaga? With Kuya Kim and Karylle Tatlonghari-Yuzon’s K’s Drama, to Chariz Solomon and Buboy Villar’s Your Honor, Sophie Prime’s DAGOK TIME!, and Yani Villarosa’s yani’s room—each representing a unique facet of  Filipino storytelling.   Building on Spotify’s long-standing commitment to champion Filipino voices, RADAR Creators is an extension of the platform’s support to the country’s booming podcasting community. The program provides on-platform editorial promotion, marketing support, and mentorship opportunities, empowering creators to reach wider audiences and build meaningful connections with listeners.   “Filipino creators are pushing the boundaries of podcasting, using audio and video to...

  Filipino singer-songwriter Jolianne reunites with chart-topping R&B star Arthur Nery on their collaborative single “Palayo Sa Mundo”—released under Sony Music Entertainment. The smooth yet soulful pop track paints a picture of romantic love that is strong enough to make the world wait.   Marking their second collaboration following “Lullaby,” from Arthur Nery’s 2024 album, II: The Second, “Palayo Sa Mundo” finds the two Bisaya artists seamlessly blending their voices in a tender duet that feels both effortlessly captivating and intimate.   “Working with Arthur came so naturally,” Jolianne shares. “For one, we’re both Bisaya, so that was an effortless...