On Shuffle: 9 Epic Artist Crossovers From Billboard Philippines’ Off The Charts Party

Ever wished that some of your favorite artists would cross paths and meet all in one place? Look no further than Billboard Philippines‘ Off The Charts party.

Held last July 31 at KAO Manila, Billboard Philippines‘ celebration of an entire month of our official music charts as well as the arrival of an all-new podcast series made it possible for some of the fast-rising and iconic names in Filipino music to converge onto one single location – all for a night of partying, friendship, and honoring various facets of Filipino music.

From Zild meeting Hev Abi to Cup of Joe and Over October dancing the night away together, Billboard Philippines‘ Off The Charts party felt like playlists being put on shuffle, becoming a form of in-person showcase of the songs we all know and love as well as the diversity and range of Filipino music today.

As these artists shared countless drinks, formed new friendships, and sang and danced along to the country’s biggest hits, dream crossovers happened and Billboard Philippines got to witness and photograph a bunch of them. Check them out below.

Cup of Joe and Over October

You may know them as bands responsible for some of the most heartfelt hits to ever enter the charts, but did you know that the members Cup of Joe and Over October are also dance machines?

As Gian of Cup of Joe perfectly did the choreography to BINI‘s “Salamin, Salamin” step-by-step while the Over October members took turns gracing the venue’s stage – with guitarist Lua even doing a headstand or two, everyone was caught by surprise as these indie hitmakers absolutely owned the dance floor.

Hev Abi And Eliza Maturan

At first glance, hip-hop and acoustic pop ballads seem to have very little in common. However, they have both been known to dominate the country’s charts and radio waves for some time now and who better to exemplify this than Hev Abi and Eliza Maturan – two hitmakers from their respective genres that are on the rise and have already – and continue to – captivated millions upon millions of listeners at such young ages.

Indeed, seeing them beside each other at the Off The Charts party was like seeing what Filipino music – in all its forms – has, is, and can potentially achieve.

Morissette, Dave Lamar, and TJ Monterde

If there’s one thing that Morissette, Dave Lamar, and TJ Monterde share, it’s their ability to deeply harness the power of love – an undeniable favorite topic of Filipinos – and turn it into some of the most sincere and heartfelt of tunes, having flawlessly captivated listeners for years now.

Indeed, just seeing the three of them together at the Off The Charts party reminded us of each and every single emotion we’ve come to discover and embrace thanks to their songs, serving as a reminder of just how much love has always been a beautiful and unique mainstay of our people’s music.

Zild And Blaster

From IV Of Spades to their prolific solo careers, Zild and Blaster have been responsible for some of the most memorable anthems and heartfelt favorites of today.

While it’s a rare opportunity to witness the duo share stages together nowadays, seeing them side-by-side at Billboard Philippines‘ Off The Charts party – and absolutely having fun with everyone else until it was time to go home – was a reminder of how these two indie icons have been and continue to serve as shining examples of the kind of artistry and innovation that only Filipino music can offer.

The Juans and Cup of Joe

Behind a number of the catchiest, kilig-inducing hits as well as stylish looks to ever grace modern OPM in recent years, The Juans and Cup of Joe are two of the best and brightest Filipino bands that undoubtedly hold a place in the hearts of Filipino listeners from all-around. Indeed, even simply witnessing the two beloved VIVA Records acts catch up and share drinks at Billboard Philippines‘ Off The Charts party was heart-fluttering just as much as their songs are known to be.

Zild And Hev Abi

Take one look at our country’s charts and hottest tracks and you’ll see the extensive diversity in taste of Filipino listeners, with various acts from all sorts of genres becoming the go-to’s of countless people. The beauty of Filipino music lies in such diversity and who better to represent that than Zild and Hev Abi?

Whether you’re a “Kyusi” sort of indie rock person or prefer a more Downtown Q, hip-hop kind of vibe, these two offer numerous hits that have resonated with this generation’s budding and seasoned music enthusiasts, ultimately showcasing just how much Filipinos’ love for music today knows no bounds nor genres.

James Reid, Issa Pressman, Morissette, and Dave Lamar

With all four immensely successful in their own right, need we say more? James Reid and Issa Pressman as well as Morissette and Dave Lamar are absolute power couples in our local music scene. Seeing the four of them together at the Off The Charts party was a beautiful reminder of not only their individual accomplishments as musicians, but, ultimately, what one can artistically achieve when the person you love has got your back through and through.

Maki and TJ Monterde

Touching the hearts of millions of listeners, Maki and TJ Monterde have graced the top of Billboard Philippines‘ charts thanks to their music’s vulnerable and authentic display of love – and all the emotions that come with it. Seeing them side-by-side at the Off The Charts party was a real life testament of just how much the honesty of their songs have and continue to impact all generations of Filipinos.

Ben&Ben and O Side Mafia

“Starstruck” isn’t even enough to describe how everyone felt when Billboard Philippines cover stars Ben&Ben and O Side Mafia crossed paths at the Off The Charts party. After all, the two Sony Music acts are some of the biggest names in Filipino music today – the best of the best, serving as undeniable prime champions of OPM in their respective genres. Simply put, it was mind-blowing being able to capture them in one frame.

Find out what else happened at Billboard Philippines‘ Off The Charts party here.

Billboard Philippines Off The Charts Party was made possible by Mobility Partner, Hyundai, along with Bank Partner, BDO, Music Partner, LG XBOOM, Pouring Partner, Glenfiddich, and Official Venue Partner, KAO Manila. 

With special thanks to Havaianas, Jack Daniel’s, Heineken, Smirnoff, Monkey Shoulder, and Third Culture Productions.

Billboard PH Off The Charts premieres every first Wednesday of the month via Billboard Philippines’ Spotify and Youtube channel, starting August 7, 2024.