Newsletter:St. Ruin debut single “Uncool” out now

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Photo credits: Aldus Santos

The debut single from writer-musician Aldus Santos’ newest project, St. Ruin, drops today (August 14). It can now be streamed on major digital platforms via Lilystars Records.

Newsletter: Gab Cabangon revisits his band roots in angst-fueled track “Ikot Ulit”

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Filipino singer-songwriter Gab Cabangon channels frustration and unresolved anger in “Ikot Ulit,” the third official single off his highly anticipated debut EP to be released this year. Described as his 'paasa' anthem and 'galitcore' track, the pop-rock tune comes from a place of personal uncertainty and professional setbacks, confronting the experience of repeatedly facing broken promises with both grit and emotional exhaustion.

Newsletter: Pick up the phone! Carousel Casualties just dropped their new single, “nananabik”

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Filipino indie pop band Carousel Casualties has dropped a somber, dream pop track perfect for the drizzly season.

Newsletter: Aviators take retro pop to dreamier, more introspective place with new single “Come & Go”

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Chamber rock duo Aviators are back in our daily rotation with new ‘rush-inducing’ track “Come & Go”—out now via Offshore Music.

Newsletter: Sexy Jay drops “Singaw” with new lyric video, teases upcoming album

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Photo by Mayks Go

Our favorite post-punk extraordinaire, lambanog brewer, skater, and barber Sexy Jay has dropped yet another gritty track on streaming, and it's the crowd favorite “Singaw”—out on May 21, 2026, via Offshore Music.

Newsletter: ALYSON pushes the boundaries of modern OPM with upcoming sophomore album, AFTER OURS

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There are albums that soundtrack a particular moment in life, and there are albums that linger long even after the music fades.

With AFTER OURS, Filipino city pop collective ALYSON delivers the latter: a richly layered, emotionally expansive sophomore record that positions the young band among the most promising torchbearers of modern OPM.

Newsletter: Rusty Machines’ Iggy San Pablo launches solo music project, simple socks

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Photo credit: Džesika Devic

Iggy San Pablo, best known for his work with Filipino alt-rock band Rusty Machines, returns with simple socks, a solo music project navigating the complexities of adult life and self-discovery through the lens of a migrant. Distinct from San Pablo’s earlier bedroom outing thenils, which represented an exploratory creative phase from his younger years, simple socks is a more assured artistic voice informed by his renewed commitment to storytelling.

Newsletter: Offshore music announces summer slate, featuring Ligaya Escueta, Sexy Jay, ALYSON, and Halina

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Offshore Music, a Manila-based label championing the real, the raw, and the refreshingly original in Filipino music, continues to expand its global footprint with a roster of new and upcoming releases scheduled for the summer of 2026 (and beyond).

Newsletter: Filipino Independent Artist Jiffy Casiño Announces Upcoming Single Release

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Independent music artist Jiffy Casiño is steadily building a following with his distinctive sound and presence on major streaming platforms. His first two singles, “Say Yes With Me” (released Feb 7, 2026) and “Made to Love You” (released Feb 21, 2026), are now available on Spotify and Apple Music, showcasing a captivating blend of contemporary pop and R&B. Jiffy’s music combines passion, rhythm, and expressive storytelling, offering listeners a memorable experience. 

Newsletter: The Ransom Collective breaks silence with “Tongue Tied”

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The Ransom Collective returns with a new single, “Tongue Tied,” their first official release after a four-year hiatus. The bossa-infused, indie pop track feels like a gentle reopening of a well-worn photo album: familiar, warm, and unexpectedly alive.

Newsletter: Filipino indie artist Peej confronts the loneliness that comes with choosing solitude in his debut album, King of Sadtown

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Filipino bedroom pop soloist Peej dropped his full-length debut album, King of Sadtown, on Friday, February 13, 2026, on all digital music platforms worldwide.

Newsletter: Gab Cabangon finds peace after the hustle in new single “Kama”

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Filipino singer-songwriter Gab Cabangon returns with the release of his new single, “Kama,” a soulful guitar-pop track that finds comfort in someone else’s arms after a long, exhausting day at work. Written by Cabangon himself, the song offers a gentle reminder that rest is not a reward but a necessity in a world that rarely slows down.

Newsletter: We Are Imaginary finds clarity in restraint on self-titled third album

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Filipino indie rock band We Are Imaginary has released their self-titled third album on all streaming and other digital music platforms worldwide via indie label floppydisks.

Newsletter: From Singapore to Manila: Bistro Rising 2025 celebrates Filipino indie music across borders

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Bistro Rising 2025 returns to Manila with a renewed sense of purpose, bringing together some of the most promising Filipino indie artists from Singapore and the Philippines in a cross-cultural music showcase. The highly anticipated event will take place at 70’s Bistro in Quezon City on December 29, 2025.

Newsletter: Jake Vargas steps into the spotlight as frontman for new band Dear Dina with their debut single “Nabighani”

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Actor and singer Jake Vargas is set to begin a new chapter as the frontman of Dear Dina. The six-piece band will make their official debut with the single "Nabighani." This track introduces Dear Dina's unique blend of sincerity, emotion, and laid-back charm, bringing a fresh, heartfelt, and youthful sound to OPM. "Nabighani" tells a story of love, shyness, and connection.

Newsletter: Gab Cabangon marks debut as a solo artist with the indie guitar-pop track “Pieces”

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Filipino singer-songwriter Gab Cabangon steps into the spotlight with the release of “Pieces,” his first official single as a solo artist.

Newsletter: Jack Daniel’s On Stage champions community and collaboration with Road to Indiefest

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Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey has officially kicked off the second phase of its multi-year music program, Jack Daniel’s On Stage — with Road to Indiefest as the umbrella theme.  This chapter continues to shine a spotlight on Filipino independent artists, uniting musicians, producers, and fans in celebrating the vibrancy and collaboration of the local indie music scene.

Newsletter: We Are Imaginary to represent the Philippines in Hanoi, Vietnam for this year’s NO HEADLINER festival

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Filipino indie rock band We Are Imaginary will be representing the Philippines at this year’s NO HEADLINER 4, happening in West Lake Water Park in Hanoi, Vietnam on October 18 - 19, 2025.

Newsletter: Filipino artist Muri and Japanese producer Shigge to release joint EP, SETSUNA next week!

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Photo credits: Ted Orsenado

Filipino indie pop/soul artist Muri and Japanese electronic producer Shigge are slated to release their first joint EP, SETSUNA, on all digital music platforms worldwide this August 8, 2025.

Newsletter: We Are Imaginary reflects on toxic relationships in dreamy new track “Stockholm”

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Filipino indie rock outfit We Are Imaginary are back with “Stockholm,” the latest single from their forthcoming self-titled album, set to be released on vinyl under Eikon Records in mid-2025.