SB19, XONARA, And J2X Are In The Zone At 1Z Entertainment’s One Zone Fest
1Z Entertainment is kicking off a new tradition with its first-ever music festival, with performances from its talented lineup of artists.
Courtesy of 1Z Entertainment.
Courtesy of 1Z Entertainment.
A history-making showcase of Filipino talent took over the Smart Araneta Coliseum on October 24 and 25, 2026, as 1Z Entertainment brought together its roster of artists for its first-ever music festivalMusic FestivalA multi-act live event, held over one or several days, featuring many performers across genres and stages. Festivals create community around music and attract tourism, and the Philippines hosts aGo to Music Festival Glossary, One Zone Fest.
Founded in 2022 by SB19 following their battle to reclaim their name, 1Z Entertainment has since grown from managing a single group into a full-fledged entertainment company. Now, with its inaugural music festivalMusic FestivalA multi-act live event, held over one or several days, featuring many performers across genres and stages. Festivals create community around music and attract tourism, and the Philippines hosts aGo to Music Festival Glossary, the label is giving its artists an even bigger platform.
Across two nights, SB19, XONARA, and J2X, alongside an exciting lineup of special guests, energized the crowd with performances that brought their artistry and dedication to the forefront.
From the ever-devoted A’TIN to XONARA’s newly named XORA, fans witnessed the three acts pour their hearts into every stage, showing exactly why they are at the heart of 1Z Entertainment’s One Zone Fest.
1Z Artists Are In The Zone
Day 1 put 1Z Entertainment’s roster in the spotlight, with SB19, XONARA, and J2X showing what they are uniquely made of.
Anchored by his heavenly voice, Stell performed a mix of original songs and covers — from his recent release “Crazy” to a rendition of Bruno Mars’ “That’s What I Like” with Pablo. Justin offered a more mellow atmosphere with “dahon” before breaking out his pretty-boy dance moves to JENNIE’s “Mantra,” proving there’s more to his solo stages than vocals alone.
Felip leaned into his unconventional sound with his rock-rap tracks including “foes” and “SULFUR,” getting the crowd jumping and singing along, while Josh kept fans on their feet with his latest single, “LIKE ME,” alongside crowd favorites “GET RIGHT” and “1999.”
Pablo, meanwhile, delivered an almost otherworldly experience with “Drowning in the Water” and “USAD,” turning his set into a moment that was nearly spiritual.
Beyond SB19’s solo stages, J2X showed that his artistry extends beyond choreography, commanding the stage with his flow and presence through “AKONGAPALASI” and “EDEWUP.”
XONARA: Courtesy of 1Z Entertainment.
Even as newcomers, XONARA proved that they have plenty to offer, showcasing the vocal ability and performance skills that are already helping them make waves with only three tracks under their belt — “IMPERFECT,” “PULA,” and “TABI.”
Switching Up The Zone
One of the night’s most anticipated segments brought unexpected pairings and surprising takes on familiar hits in the form of the dynamic sub-unit performances.
Josh, Namie, and J2X opened with “A Whole New World” before flipping the Disney classic into a hip-hop and rap-heavy rendition that gave the song a brand-new energy. Bisaya duo Felip and Lei took a cooler, laid-back approach, bringing their Visayan roots onto the stage with the former’s original tracks, “Palayo” and “sloth.”
Justin, Megumi, and Ella took the audience from the fairytale charm of “Beauty and the Beast” to the high-energy beats of Justin Bieber and Nicki Minaj’s “Beauty And A Beat,” switching costumes and moods to get the crowd moving. Meanwhile, Stell and Tin turned up the heat with a performance of Kehlani’s “Gangsta” and Stell’s “Room,” completing their set with Joker and Harley Quinn-inspired looks.
Closing out the segment, leaders Pablo, Eurekah, and Dominique brought a darker edge to the stage, dressed in all-white ensembles as they delivered Rihanna’s “Disturbia” with an intense, almost unhinged energy.
Turning Up The Zone
Adding to Day 1’s show of talent, One Zone Fest welcomed a mix of local and international acts who brought even more explosive energy to the Big Dome stage.
Filipino street dance crew XB Gensan reunited onstage with J2X, their former leader and choreographer, for a special performance. RADKIDZ’s Josue followed with his own set, performing “malandi” and his unreleased track, “Siya,” which got the whole arena chanting.
Meanwhile, 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 heartthrob Arthur Nery joined Pablo for a rendition of Justin Bieber’s “DAISIES” before performing his hits “Di Nakakasawa” and “TAKE ALL THE LOVE.” Keeping the collaborations going, singer-songwriters Maki and Angela Ken joined their friend Justin onstage for Skusta Clee and Gloc-9’s “Karma.”
Taking the collaborations beyond the local scene, Japanese boy group ONE OR EIGHT turned the energy even higher with their tracks, “TOKYO DRIFT” and “KAWASAKI,” as well as “YANKEE SQUAT” which saw them perform onstage with XONARA. Finally, Southeast Asian dance crew Jam Republic SEA rounded out the guest appearances with their internationally-acclaimed choreography.
The Zone Gets Bigger
Looking toward the company’s future, 1Z Entertainment officially introduced its new batch of trainees under 1Z Academy, offering a glimpse of their potential through performances of Beyoncé’s “End of Time” and Fifth Harmony’s “I’m in Love with a Monster” by the girls, and Silk Sonic’s “Smokin Out the Window” by the boys. The trainees later came together to perform SB19’s breakout hit “Go Up,” highlighting the next generation of talent under the 1Z banner.
An All-New Anthem
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Bringing the festival’s performers together, SB19, XONARA, J2X, Josue, and the 1Z Academy trainees joined forces for the live debut of 1Z Entertainment’s official anthem, “In The Zone” — an empowering declaration that they are here to stay.
While its digital release date remains unannounced, fans can look forward to hearing their favorite 1Z artists unite on a single track.
Eight Years In The Making
Serving as SB19’s eighth-anniversary fan meet, the sold-out Day 2 of One Zone Fest saw the five-member act pull out some of their fan-favorite tracks, “VISA,” “FREEDOM,” “CRIMZONE,” “Mana,” and “Memories,” as well as their emotional debut song, “Tilaluha.”
Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin also shared interactive moments with A’TIN before announcing that their second studio album, Wakas At Simula, would mark another milestone as their first-ever vinyl record release.
Eight years into their career, SB19 continue to break new ground. With 1Z Entertainment and One Zone Fest, in particular, they mark a full-circle moment — from leaving their former company to building their own and paving the way for the next generation of artists trying to pursue their dreams.
Frequently Asked Questions
One Zone Fest is 1Z Entertainment’s first-ever music festival, held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on October 24 and 25, 2026. The two-night event featured SB19, XONARA, J2X, special guests, and 1Z Academy trainees, with Day 2 serving as SB19’s eighth-anniversary fan meet.
1Z Entertainment is a Filipino entertainment company founded in 2022 by SB19 after the group’s battle to reclaim their name. It has grown from managing a single group into a full-fledged company whose roster now includes SB19, XONARA, and J2X, plus a new batch of 1Z Academy trainees.
SB19, XONARA, and J2X headlined, joined by Josue of RADKIDZ, Arthur Nery, Maki, Angela Ken, XB Gensan, Japanese boy group ONE OR EIGHT, and Jam Republic SEA. The 1Z Academy trainees also performed, and the festival featured the live debut of “In The Zone.”
SB19 announced that their second studio album, Wakas At Simula, will be their first-ever vinyl record release. The announcement came during the sold-out Day 2 fan meet marking their eighth anniversary, where they performed “VISA,” “FREEDOM,” “CRIMZONE,” “Mana,” “Memories,” and debut song “Tilaluha.”
“In The Zone” is 1Z Entertainment’s official anthem, which made its live debut at One Zone Fest with SB19, XONARA, J2X, Josue, and the 1Z Academy trainees. Its digital release date remains unannounced, though the track is described as an empowering declaration that the artists are here to stay.
