‘.ARCHIVES SOUND SYSTEM’ Merges Style And Sound In One Night

Last August 7 (Thursday), alternative futuristic conceptwear brand .ARCHIVES launched their first-ever iteration of the .ARCHIVES SOUND SYSTEM night in Apotheka, Makati. Additionally, through this night of musical performances, .ARCHIVES debuted their exclusive ‘.A.S.S. mixtape,’ which could be accessed through a stylish USB pendant exclusive to event-goers.

Rounding up a lineup of performers from rookie talents to renowned names in the local hip-hop scene, the collective shared in an official statement that the night was, “more than a party – it was a celebration of hip hop and alternative performances, creating a space where sound, style, and community intertwine.” The full lineup of the event was as follows: Yung Masa, Murdock, Nads, japerc, duaneinsane, nix, kyleaux, Roxxy, and BRGR.

Founded in 2022, .ARCHIVES is a future-oriented conceptwear brand by creative directors Aya Reika Mayani and Ellis Co, based in Metro Manila. Having partnered with and styled numerous musicians within the Philippine music scene, from O SIDE MAFIA to SB19, the brand goes beyond the fashion industry and has long been tied to the local music scene.