Filipino music is gearing up for the big stages and for the Recording Academy’s consideration.

In a remarkable celebration of sight and sound, the Recording Academy announced five new categories for the 2027 Grammy Awards on June 16, 2026, including Best Asian Pop Music Performance.

For the first time ever, Asian pop artists step into the spotlight to celebrate their work and showcase their growing influence on the overall global music scene.

With powerhouses SB19 and BINI helping pave the way for amplifying international recognition of Filipino music, anticipation is building for the country’s representation at the prestigious awards.

With that, here are the Filipino acts submitting entries for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards.


Baby Dolls

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BABY DOLLS: Courtesy of StarPop

The fast-rising P-pop girl group is looking to break into the global music scene with their viral hit “Ooh Lala Baby,” submitted for consideration in the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.

Ben&Ben

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BEN&BEN: Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment

The indie- hitmakers have submitted their track “Leaves (Reimagined)” for consideration in the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category.

BINI

BINI: Courtesy of Star Music

The Nation’s Girl Group is vying for a nomination for Best New Artist, while their songs “A Parallel World,” from DreamWorks’ Forgotten Island, and “Unang Kilig” are submitted for Best Song Written for Visual Media and Best Asian Pop Music Performance, respectively.

CARMELLE

CARMELLE: Photographed by Filtra Shots

The rising Filipina singer submitted her track “Morena,” from her self-titled debut album, in the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category. She is also set to represent the Philippines at the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia this November.

Janine Berdin

JANINE BERDIN: Courtesy of Island Records Philippines

Fresh off the success of her first major solo concert, the also submitted “ANTOXIC,” from her album LAB SONGS NG MGA TANGA, for consideration in the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.

KHIMO

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Courtesy of KHIMO

The R&B/soul singer and Idol Philippines season 2 winner submitted his 2025 track “Isayaw Mo Lang” for consideration in the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.

Maymay Entrata

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Courtesy of Maymay Entrata

The Filipino actress-singer submitted her 2026 single “Masunog Man” in the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.

SB19

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SB19: Courtesy of 1Z Entertainment

The Kings of continue their stride to make waves in the global music scene as they submitted “LAWLESS” for consideration in the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category and “VISA” for Best Asian Pop Music Performance.

Thomas Orlina

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Courtesy of Thomas Orlina

The Filipino-American dance-pop artist based in the U.S. submitted his 2026 single “Magsayaw Na Tayo” in the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category.

Tootsie Guevarra

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Courtesy of Tootsie Guevara

The ’90s pop singer, former actress, and television host submitted her track “It’s Tootsie” for consideration in the Best Dance Pop Recording category.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ten acts submitted: Baby Dolls, Ben&Ben, BINI, CARMELLE, Janine Berdin, KHIMO, Maymay Entrata, SB19, Thomas Orlina, and Tootsie Guevarra, across categories including Best Asian Pop Music Performance, Best New Artist, and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.

It’s one of five new categories the Recording Academy announced on June 16, 2026, for the 2027 Grammys — the first Grammy category dedicated to Asian pop artists, including P-pop acts.

Ben&Ben submitted “Leaves (Reimagined)” and SB19 submitted “LAWLESS” for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, each also entering a separate track for Best Asian Pop Music Performance.

Yes. BINI submitted for Best New Artist, while “A Parallel World” (from Forgotten Island) is entered for Best Song Written for Visual Media and “Unang Kilig” for Best Asian Pop Music Performance.

CARMELLE, who submitted “Morena” for Best Asian Pop Music Performance, will represent the Philippines at the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia this November.

Ralph Regis

Ralph Regis

Lifestyle and Culture Writer

Ralph Regis is a Lifestyle and Culture Writer at Billboard Philippines, where he bridges the worlds of film, television, fashion, art, food, and cultural trends with both the local and international music scene.

He has written extensively about artist collaborations, brand partnerships, and pop culture moments that connect back to music. He also brings stories to life through in-depth interviews with musicians and personalities, drawing on their diverse perspectives, opinions, and reflections on the human condition.

In addition, Ralph also writes about music releases across a wide range of genres, including pop, hip-hop, P-pop, and rock, highlighting both rising and established artists. With a passion for storytelling that goes beyond trends, he explores how music is part of our daily lives in one form or another, connecting culture, experiences, and everything in between.

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