Ely Buendia Gives An Electrifying Performance In Billboard Philippines Studios

As one of the Philippines’ brightest rock stars, Ely Buendia is a talent who goes beyond generations, making songs that stay evergreen and fresh. Whether in his solo career or with the Eraserheads, his songs have touched the hearts of millions and shifted into anthems that paint the Philippine soundscape as OPMOPMShort for Original Pilipino Music, the body of songs created by Filipino artists, spanning genres from ballads and rock to hip-hop and pop. OPM expresses Filipino identity and heritage, andGo to OPM Glossary staples.

With his legacy of hits that have become cultural phenomena throughout generations, the artist has been solidified as a legend of the Filipino music scene. As such, in this episode of Billboard Philippines Studios, the singer-songwriterSinger-SongwriterA musician who writes and performs their own songs, typically accompanied by guitar or piano. Valued for personal storytelling and authenticity, singer-songwriters form a major part of the Filipino musicGo to Singer-Songwriter Glossary brings to life some of his biggest hits to date.

Last year at the Filipino Music Awards 2025, Buendia was nominated for Rock Song of the Year for his dynamic and propulsive single “Kandarapa,” which he performs in this video. Additionally, he turns more tracks from his Filipino Music Awards-nominated album Method Adaptor, such as “Sige,” “Kontrabando,” and “Tagpi-Tagping Piraso,” into engaging live performances that you wouldn’t want to miss. Furthermore, with a reimagined rendition of Pupil’s “Nasaan Ka,” this exclusive performance is made extra special.

Watch the full episode exclusively on Billboard Philippines‘ official YouTube channel: