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From classics to chart-toppers Aurora Music Festival brings together OPMs best

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Nikka Avegail Sabio

Push Team

<p>The Aurora Music Festival once again celebrated Original Pilipino Music (OPM) with a two-day event on its fifth year.</p><p>Held at Clark Global City on May 2 and 3, the event drew thousands of fans for two days of music, culture, and art, featuring some of the country’s top artists across generations.</p><p>On Day 2, <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz"><strong>PUSH ABS-CBN</strong></a> witnessed standout performances from six Filipino acts.</p><div> </div><div><strong>Kitchie Nadal</strong></div><p>Kicking off the second day of the festival, singer-songwriter Kitchie Nadal delivered a mix of her classic hits and newer material in her first appearance on the Aurora Music Festival stage.</p><p>She performed fan favorites such as “Same Ground,” “Huwag Na Huwag Mong Sasabihin,” and “Bulong,” along with OPM covers including “Ligaya” by Eraserheads and “T.L. Ako Sa’Yo” by Cinderella.</p><div style="text-align:center"><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Freel%2F2035504443980356%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=267&amp;t=0" width="267" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p> Now based in Spain, Kitchie shared how she continues to champion OPM, even incorporating Spanish lyrics into her performance of “Huwag Na Huwag Mong Sasabihin.”</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FClarkHotAirBalloonFest%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0VQKn5F2PPnfuHcRT7yZqBajsEkxdoqLmcBL1cbp59DtAYt76ABy6CtYQGhLJmwCql&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500" width="500" height="250" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong>Parokya ni Edgar</strong></div><p>OPM band Parokya ni Edgar brought a fun and nostalgic set, performing hits like “Para Sa’yo,” “Buloy,” “This Guy’s in Love With You Pare,” “Harana,” and “Alumni Homecoming.”</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FClarkHotAirBalloonFest%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0sMAk6a6mNy2AWB4ixVzS3XuRyRiaYg5CfyU7zt82ggCQuHxAeE9WjCqq5UUGL6FPl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500" width="500" height="710" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><strong> </strong>One of the highlights of their set was the much-anticipated performance of “Bagsakan,” where frontman Chito Miranda invited two audience members onstage to join in, filling in for the parts originally performed by Francis Magalona and Gloc-9.</p><div style="text-align:center"><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Freel%2F988264810224853%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=267&amp;t=0" width="267" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><strong> </strong>They closed their set with “Your Song” and “Halaga.”</p><p> In a social media post, Chito shared how much he enjoyed the festival, especially being surrounded by fellow artists and his family, who also came to watch the show. </p><p> “Tumugtog kami sa 2nd day ng Aurora Musicfest 2026 last Sunday. ...and as always, sobrang saya ng gig. Sobrang saya ng crowd tapos super solid yung mga kasabay namin: si Keychain na Doll (Kitchie), Call Me Crazy (KMKZ), Sexbomb, IVoS at Esbi (saya nga ng tambay after eh hehe!),” he wrote.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DX9e8ehCZ6D/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A809028%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1455" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>“What made it even better was sinama ko family and friends ko 😁👍🏻 pati Mom and mga ate ko sinama ko kasi sobrang fans sila ng SB19✌🏼😅 ...si Neri din, mukhang nahawa na...favorite nya na daw si Justin (of SB19). Ako naman si Josh (of SB19)...dati si Stell (of SB19), pero ayoko na sa kanya (joke lang. siyempre mahal ko pa rin si Stell),” he added.</p><div> </div><div><strong>KMKZ</strong></div><p>KMKZ (Kamikazee) gave an energizing performance of their songs like “Unang Tikim,” “Halik,” “Tagpuan,” and “Seksi! Seksi.”</p><p>A standout moment came during “Huling Sayaw,” as the crowd sang along, creating a powerful shared experience. The band also surprised fans with a collaboration with Chito Miranda for the song “Narda.”</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FClarkHotAirBalloonFest%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02QFYez8Ea4mbS2qsFKGU9CU3uNnJbLsaJYZm4yUi6dmjpUnWTjCgrfCQqhSXZuHql&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500" width="500" height="250" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>Marking their 20th anniversary this year, the band shared plans to continue releasing new music. Lead vocalist Jay Contreras also expressed interest in collaborating with SB19.</p><div> </div><div><strong>SexBomb Girls</strong></div><p>Fresh from the final “rAWnd” of their reunion concert, the SexBomb Girls lit up the stage in their Aurora Music Festival debut.</p><p>They performed crowd favorites such as “Halukay Ube,” “Di Ko Na Mapipigilan,” “Sumayaw, Sumunod,” “Pretty Little Baby,” “Bakit Papa?” and “The Spageti Song,” among others.</p><p>The group shared their gratitude for being part of this year’s lineup, calling it another milestone.</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FClarkHotAirBalloonFest%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02VzHg6HVEXNxmu1B26a3JCktMepUYLnhHiQ7PaqpHDuBBkL2f3BfDhJ3fRoM3F1Nml&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500" width="500" height="250" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong>IV of Spades</strong></div><p>IV of Spades delivered a vibrant set featuring tracks from their recent releases and well-loved hits, including “Come Inside of My Heart,” “Konsensya,” “Sentimental,” “Tamis ng Pagkakamali,” “Dulo ng Hangganan,” and “Hey Barbara.”</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-1" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DX9OTjlD1zb/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A809040.0999994278%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="672" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-1" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Expressing their gratitude to be able to headline this year’s music festival, they also sang “Mundo,” the band version of Unique Salonga’s song “Sino,” and the viral TikTok song “Kabisado.”</p><p>They concluded their set with a fireworks display as they performed their comeback song “Aura.” </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DX6Wb0Sj91J/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A809048.5999994278%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="655" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>During the group’s performance, Kitchie Nadal and Jay Contreras of KMKZ also showed their support to the band as they enjoyed their set watching from backstage.</p><p>“One of my favorite songs #sino #ivos first time ko sila napanood at gusto sumabog ng puso ko ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🫶🎸😍 @uniquesalongaph ♠️♠️♠️♠️. …may falsetto, ang yabang talaga ng singer ng @kamikazeephil @jaycontr3ras,” Kitchie posted.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-3" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX7_icPo0p-/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A3%2C%22os%22%3A810036.2999992371%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1005" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-3" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>SB19</strong></div><p>Closing the festival on a high note, P-pop Kings SB19 delivered a high-energy performance, opening with “Everblack” and “Emoji.”</p><p>They showcased their vocal range with songs like “Memories” and “Wakas,” while also engaging with their fans, known as A’TINs, who stayed late into the night to watch their set. </p><p>“Maraming maraming salamat dahil nagstay kayo. I know, gabi na talaga, but you choose to stay. Maraming salamat sa inyong lahat,” Ken said. “It’s our second time here in Aurora. We are very honored na makapagperform at nabiogyan ng opportunity to be here.”</p><p>The group’s leader, Pablo, added that the songs they created and performed are deeply personal and rooted in their own experiences.</p><p>“Yung mga kinanta po namin, hindi po basta… mga personal experience po namin siya so sana nagustuhan niyo po. Ito po ang paraan namin para maipahatid kung ano yung mensahe na gusto naming marinig ng mga tao,” he expressed.</p><p>They concluded the night with a powerful stage of “Visa,” their viral song “Gento” and “Crimzone” along with another fireworks display.</p><p>SB19 also posted on their social media pages: “Aurora Music Festival Clark, maraming salamat sa dalawang solid na gabi 💙 Dalawang araw kaming nabusog sa energy ninyo! Thank you for your loudest cheers and your massive love to us. Sobrang saya naming makasama kayo nitong weekend, sana kayo din.”</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DX69IbrCXNZ/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A810054.0999994278%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="763" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Aside from their fans, fellow artists such as Kitchie, Jay, Chito, and IV of Spades, also enjoyed the performance of the group backstage.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-5" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6GLB9AXAp/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A5%2C%22os%22%3A810075.2999992371%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1005" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-5" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Multi-awarded folk-pop hitmakers Ben&amp;Ben, alternative rock band December Avenue, and acclaimed singer-songwriter Armi Millare were also part of this year’s Aurora Music Festival artists lineup. They performed for the first day with SB19 and IV of Spades.</p><p>Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo unfortunately was not able to perform due to health reasons.</p><div> </div>

<p>Aurora Music Festival successfully ended their 2-day show with SB19 and IV of Spades as headliners.</p>

Aurora Music Festival successfully ended their 2-day show with SB19 and IV of Spades as headliners.

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From classics to chart-toppers: Aurora Music Festival brings together OPM's best

Nikka Sabio,

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Published May 08, 2026 05:46 PM PHT

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