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Jace Roque latest single Pagbangon ushers in a bold new era his music and career

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<p>A new era is dawning for singer-songwriter Jace Roque as he unveils his latest single, &quot;Pagbangon,&quot; an anthem of resilience, self-reinvention, and personal triumph.</p><p>Hailing from a well-known showbiz clan, Jace is following in the footsteps of OPM greats like Gino Padilla and Luke Mejares. His uncle is a legendary action kontrabida, Boy Roque. Beyond the family name, Jace has long proven that his success is built on grit, years of training, and undeniable talent.</p><div> </div><div><strong>WHEN LOSS BECAME A NEW BEGINNING</strong></div><p>Jace described &quot;Pagbangon&quot; as more than just a comeback track, but more like a defining moment in his career, and even in his life.</p><p>At the heart of the song is the passing of his uncle,  Direk Boy Roque, whom he credited as both a father figure and guiding force. “When my uncle passed away, both my personal and professional life crumbled,” he recalled. The loss marked a turning point for the artist as everything seemed to fall apart, but it also became the moment that forced Jace to rebuild himself.</p><p>Rather than staying in that space of grief, Jace leaned into what his uncle had instilled in him. He shares that the experience pushed him to stand on his own and fight harder, channeling that pain into his music.  </p><p>From navigating the industry independently, Jace gradually made his way into the mainstream media. His debut album <em>Paradiso</em> under ABS-CBN Star Music, reached No. 2 on the iTunes Philippines Album Chart.</p><p>Jace said the single conveys a powerful message. “When one life ends, another begins,” Jace explained. “Our loved ones live on in our hearts. It’s up to us to lift ourselves out of the darkness and learn to live with grief. Healing takes time, and everyone has their own pace.”</p><p>Beyond its personal message, &quot;Pagbangon&quot; resonates on a larger scale: it is also a tribute to his ABS-CBN family as an anthem of hope and resilience that reflects the Kapamilya Spirit.</p><div> </div><div><strong>WHERE A NEW SOUND MEETS A NEW ERA</strong></div><p>&quot;Pagbangon&quot; also signals a clear sonic shift for the rising artist. Known for his Pop-EDM roots, Jace leans into a more refined urban pop sound in this release—marking a bold yet fitting evolution in his musical identity.</p><p>The track itself went through a creative rebirth. At the encouragement of co-producer Jonathan Manalo, Jace revisited the song and reimagined it in Filipino with the help of fellow singer-songwriter Hazel Faith. While embracing this new direction, &quot;Pagbangon&quot; still carries familiar elements that define Jace’s sound: infusions of reggaeton, Latin, tropical, and dance influences, serving as a vibrant nod to his roots even as he steps into a new era.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>WHERE COLLABORATION IGNITES REINVENTION</strong></div><p>&quot;Pagbangon&quot; marks Jace’s first official collaboration with ABS-CBN Music, ushering in a new era for the artist. With guidance from Roxy Liquigan, ABS-CBN Music Head and co-producer Jonathan Manalo, Jace is set to release more singles leading up to his sophomore EP later in 2026.</p><p>&quot;Pagbangon&quot;  is now available on all digital platforms under ABS-CBN Star Music.<br/><br/></p><div><em> —By Eli L. Dela Cruz, PUSH ABS-CBN Intern</em></div>

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Jace Roque’s latest single ‘Pagbangon’ ushers in a bold new era for his music and career

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Jace Roque’s latest single ‘Pagbangon’ ushers in a bold new era for his music and career

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Published May 01, 2026 08:26 PM PHT

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