Here Are All The Artists Performing At The 2026 Filipino Music Awards
On its second edition, FMA is once again bringing some of the country’s most celebrated voices on one stage.
Gary Valenciano, Maki, Skusta Clee, and Kyla.
Skusta Clee: Photographed by Excel Panlaque.
The Filipino Music Awards is set to return for its second edition, bringing together some of the Philippines’ most celebrated performers for another night dedicated to OPM.
Following the inaugural awards ceremony in 2025, the Filipino Music Awards 2026 will take place on October 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM PHT at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. This year’s awards recognize artists and music across the Grand Awards, Genre Awards, and fan-voted People’s Choice Awards, presented by Billboard Philippines.
With performances from the rising generation of artists to established voices and veteran bands, the Filipino Music Awards 2026 lineup reflects the breadth of the Philippine music scene. Attendees are in for a celebration that spans pop, P-pop, R&B, hip-hop, rock, and more, promising something to look forward to for every generation of music lovers.
Ahead of the ceremony, here are all the artists set to take the stage at the 2026 Filipino Music Awards.
Alamat
Inductees of Billboard Philippines‘ P-Pop Rising Class of 2025, this multicultural boy group is best known for incorporating multiple Filipino languages and cultural influences into modern P-pop. Taneo, Mo, Jao, Tomás, R-Ji and Alas are bringing their distinctly Pinoy identity to the awarding ceremony as nominees for the R&B Song of the Year category for their track, “Sinigang.”
BGYO
Returning to the Filipino Music Awards stage, the Aces of P-pop are back to showcase their polished vocals and signature heartthrob charm to audiences once again. Part of the generation of Filipino acts helping expand the reach and visibility of P-pop, Gelo, Akira, JL, Mikki, and Nate were recently recognized at Brazil’s BreakTudo Awards 2026, earning nominations for Asian Artist and International Anthem of the Year for their track, “Forever Tonight.”
Erik Santos
Veteran balladeer Erik Santos brings his seasoned vocal command to the second Filipino Music Awards. Known for his songs including “I’ll Never Go” and “Pagbigyang Muli,” as well as his work on multiple film and television series soundtracks, Santos has spent more than two decades establishing himself as one of OPM’s most enduring male vocalists.
Flow G
One of the leading names in contemporary Filipino hip-hop, this original Ex Battalion member is nominated for People’s Choice – Artist at this year’s Awards, while his Billboard Philippines chart-topping hit “Since Day One,” is up for Song of the Year, Hip-Hop Song of the Year, and People’s Choice – Song. He brings his distinct rap delivery and swag-filled stage presence to every performance, making him a fixture on major local stages.
G22
AJ, Alfea, and Jaz have continued to build their reputation as one of the scene’s most performance and vocal-driven girl groups, cementing their place as Billboard Philippines’ P-Pop Rising Class of 2025. With their commanding stage presence and powerful vocals earning them their moniker as the Female Alphas of P-pop, the Women in Music 2026 Rising Star honorees are set to bring their trademark fierce energy to the FMA stage.
Gary Valenciano
This OPM icon is bringing decades of experience as one of the Philippines’ most dynamic live performers to the awarding ceremony. Referred to as “Mr. Pure Energy,” Gary Valenciano represents the enduring legacy of Filipino pop armed with the showmanship and stage energy that have long defined his career, spanning timeless hits like “Di Bale Na Lang” and “Take Me Out of the Dark.”
Inigo Pascual
Known for his work as a singer and actor, the 29-year-old artist is set to bring his polished pop and R&B sound to the awards ceremony. Boasting the first-ever No.1 hit on Billboard Philippines’ defunct Philippine Top 20 chart with his 2016 track “Dahil Sa’Yo,” he has since then built a discography spanning two studio albums and numerous popular singles, with his most recent releases including “Ikaw at Ikaw” and “Pagdating ng Panahon.”
KAIA
Earning a total of three nominations, the Women in Music 2026 Listeners’ Choice Award honorees continue to make their mark on the local music scene with their youthful performances and bright, contemporary sound. Angela, Charice, Alexa, Sophia, and Charlotte have had a milestone-filled year, including the release of their comeback single “hulog,” which earned a nomination for Pop Song of the Year at this year’s awards.
Kamikazee
One of the defining bands in Filipino rock, Kamikazee has left a lasting mark on OPM with their infectious songs and irreverent songwriting. With a catalog of fan-favorite anthems among generations of Filipino rock fans, the band is ready to turn the FMA stage into a full-blown rock show that celebrates their impact on the local music scene.
Kyla
The Queen of R&B is set to grace the FMA stage, ready to charm audiences with her smooth vocal delivery and timeless appeal, cemented by hits like “Hanggang Ngayon.” This year, she also arrives at the ceremony as a nominee for R&B Song of the Year for “GILIW,” her collaboration with Al James, showcasing her enduring influence on Filipino R&B across generations.
Kyle Echarri
A former The Voice Kids Philippines contestant, Kyle Echarri has developed into a versatile singer and actor in his own right. His single “Pangako” has made its mark on the Billboard Philippines charts, adding another milestone to his growing music career. He now brings his vocal power and genre-spanning versatility — from heartfelt balladry to contemporary pop — to the FMA stage.
Maki
The OPM hitmaker returns to this year’s Filipino Music Awards as both a performer and one of this year’s most recognized artists. With a total of four nominations, the singer-songwriter is vying for Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for KOLORCOASTER, and Pop Song of the Year and People’s Choice – Song for his romance anthem, “habangbuhay pansamantala.”
Parokya Ni Edgar
Few bands embody the cultural reach of Pinoy rock quite like Parokya ni Edgar. With a catalog that has remained part of Filipino popular culture for decades, the band continues to bring its signature mix of alternative rock and humorous storytelling to new generations. At the FMA, they’ll take the audience through some of the songs that have made them fixtures of the OPM landscape.
Skusta Clee
One of the Philippines’ highest-charting hip-hop artists, Skusta Clee continues to make his mark with a string of successful releases and collaborations. His track “Since Day One” is nominated for Song of the Year, Hip-Hop Song of the Year, and People’s Choice – Song at this year’s awards. Now, the Billboard Philippines No. 1 hit gets its moment live on the FMA stage.
VXON
Also part of the Billboard Philippines‘ P-Pop Rising Class of 2025, this boy group has spent the past year expanding their musical and live-performance repertoire. From their eight-track sophomore album Pasakalye to their first major headlining concert at the SM North EDSA Skydome, the Monsters of P-pop are taking their evolution to the MOA Arena, where their music and high-energy performance style will take center stage.
Zephanie
One of the recognizable young voices in Philippine pop, the 23-year-old actress-singer rose to national prominence after becoming the first winner of Idol Philippines in 2019. Dubbed as “This Generation’s Pop Princess,” Zephanie will put her powerful vocals and emotive delivery on display at the upcoming awards show, highlighting her range as a pop and ballad singer.
Don’t miss the exciting performances in store at the 2nd edition of the Filipino Music Awards set to happen on October 6, 2026 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Tickets are now available for purchase through SariSari Shopping until October 2, 2026. Check out the Filipino Music Awards’ official website for the complete ticketing information and guidelines.
