Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
On this special episode of Billboard Philippines Volumes, the Billboard Philippines P-pop Class of 2026 takes their rightful seats and joins us for an exclusive conversation about the milestones and triumphs of P-pop in recent years, paving the way for more artists to succeed and thrive in a diverse and ever-growing genre.
Vien of #YGIG, Vinci of #HORI7ON, Angelika of #VVINK, JM of #1621, JC of #AJAA, and Dom and Eurekah of #XONARA talk about their journey going from trainees to full-fledged artists, the challenges they faced trying to break into the industry, and the hope they carry with them as success stories like #SB19 and #BINI make it big on a global scale.
Hear the P-pop Class of 2026 tell their stories, only here on Billboard Philippines. Subscribe for more.
00:00 Intro
1:45 What excites them the most about being part of the growing P-pop movement
4:02 Why has P-pop connected with people all over the world
7:08 The struggles rising P-pop groups face
9:55 On fandoms, gatekeeping, and “P-pop Rise”
10:39 What competing on survival shows taught HORI7ON’s Vinci, 1621’s JM, and AJAA’s JC
12:52 How they realized they were sure about being P-pop idols
20:29 What fulfills them as P-pop idols
22:56 What song of theirs changed the game for them
31:59 The importance of being hands-on with their music and artistry
37:41 How the success of SB19 and BINI inspired them
43:10 Moments that opened their eyes to the realities of the industry
51:40 Best advice they’ve gotten
55:57 What’s something each of them admires about each other’s groups
1:02:16 What the future looks like for YGIG, HORI7ON, VVINK, 1621, XONARA, and AJAA
1:06:09 How it feels to be part of the Billboard Philippines P-pop Class of 2026
Follow us for exclusive access to the latest and freshest in music! We bring you the hottest local and global music charts, videos, news, and insights.
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On this special episode of Billboard Philippines Volumes, the Billboard Philippines P-pop Class of 2026 takes their rightful seats and joins us for an exclusive conversation about the milestones and triumphs of P-pop in recent years, paving the way for more artists to succeed and thrive in a diverse and ever-growing genre.
Vien of #YGIG, Vinci of #HORI7ON, Angelika of #VVINK, JM of #1621, JC of #AJAA, and Dom and Eurekah of #XONARA talk about their journey going from trainees to full-fledged artists, the challenges they faced trying to break into the industry, and the hope they carry with them as success stories like #SB19 and #BINI make it big on a global scale.
Hear the P-pop Class of 2026 tell their stories, only here on Billboard Philippines. Subscribe for more.
00:00 Intro
1:45 What excites them the most about being part of the growing P-pop movement
4:02 Why has P-pop connected with people all over the world
7:08 The struggles rising P-pop groups face
9:55 On fandoms, gatekeeping, and “P-pop Rise”
10:39 What competing on survival shows taught HORI7ON’s Vinci, 1621’s JM, and AJAA’s JC
12:52 How they realized they were sure about being P-pop idols
20:29 What fulfills them as P-pop idols
22:56 What song of theirs changed the game for them
31:59 The importance of being hands-on with their music and artistry
37:41 How the success of SB19 and BINI inspired them
43:10 Moments that opened their eyes to the realities of the industry
51:40 Best advice they’ve gotten
55:57 What’s something each of them admires about each other’s groups
1:02:16 What the future looks like for YGIG, HORI7ON, VVINK, 1621, XONARA, and AJAA
1:06:09 How it feels to be part of the Billboard Philippines P-pop Class of 2026
Follow us for exclusive access to the latest and freshest in music! We bring you the hottest local and global music charts, videos, news, and insights.
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCqgWFq6eGb_if7LuhCzUbrg
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BILLBOARD PHILIPPINES MEDIA CHANNELS
PUBLISHER
Anne Bernisca
CHIEF OF EDITORIAL CONTENT
Bret Jackson
MEDIA CHANNELS MANAGER
Kenneth Dimaano
PODCAST PRODUCER
Anton Molina
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE
Megan Lim
VIDEO EDITORS
Jomar Allan
Lian Dela Cruz
COPYWRITER AND RESEARCHER
Nica Glorioso
PRODUCTION TEAM
DIRECTOR
Kenneth Dimaano
HOST & RESEARCHER
Jason Caballa
WRITER & RESEARCHER
Nica Glorioso
DOP
Jomar Allan
VIDEO EDITOR & COLORIST
Samuel Revadilla
PRODUCER & AUDIO ENGINEER
Anton Molina
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
Shaira Tiburcio
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE
Megan Lim
CAMERA OPERATORS
Kim Angela Santos
Zoe Tapalgo
Samuel Revadilla
GAFFERS
FTW Photo & Video
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
ADVERTISING DIRECTOR
Ivan Panganiban
ACCOUNT MANAGER
Carlos De Guzman
Sam Ayson
MODERN MEDIA GROUP, INC.
CHAIRMAN & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Archie Carrasco
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Anne Bernisca
HEAD OF OPERATIONS
Nikki Balboa
Billboard Philippines is a prestige global media brand published by Modern Media Group Inc., a subsidiary of AGC Power Holdings Corp. Billboard is a registered trademark of Billboard IP Holdings, LLC. (c) 2023 Billboard Media, LLC. Under license from Billboard Media, LLC, a subsidiary of Penske Media Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
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