The second edition of the Filipino Music Awards (FMAs) was an evening loaded with heavyweights from all over the music industry.
On October 6, the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City became the site of non-stop entertainment. The night had the biggest wins, star-studded presenters, and loudest reactions from the crowd, but the awards ceremony wouldn’t have been a true celebration of Filipino music without its biggest performances of the night.
The FMAs opened its doors with hosts Joey Mead King, KC Montero, and Billy Crawford welcoming the crowd, followed by opening performances from singer-songwriterSinger-SongwriterA musician who writes and performs their own songs, usually with just a guitar or piano. Singer-songwriters are valued for honest, personal storytelling, and many of the most beloved voicesGo to Singer-Songwriter Glossary Maki, who performed his biggest hits “Namumula” and “Dilaw” with a full band. Rock outfit Kamikazee soon followed, serenading the crowd with their memorable anthems “Narda” and “Huling Sayaw” with a surprise performance from pop singer Janine Berdin.
P-Pop and OPM Pop Performances
The night also featured a medley of performances from P-popP-popShort for Pilipino pop, a style of pop music made by Filipino artists, especially idol-style groups and soloists known for catchy songs, dance routines, and devoted fans. The movement hasGo to P-pop Glossary’s most sought-after groups. Opening the segment was BGYO with an explosive joint performance of their singles “Fresh” and “Forever Tonight.” KAIA was up next with a mesmerizing vocal and dance performance of “Hulog” followed by VXON with “Sikretong Malupit.” P-pop trio G22’s powerful and empowering version of “Filipina Queen” became one of the many highlights of the night, and ALAMAT closed out the segment with “Sinigang,” which won R&B Song of the Year, tied with Denise Julia’s “LOVE AGAIN.”
Shortly after the P-popP-popShort for Pilipino pop, a style of pop music made by Filipino artists, especially idol-style groups and soloists known for catchy songs, dance routines, and devoted fans. The movement hasGo to P-pop Glossary set, talent agency Cornerstone Entertainment showcased its roster with performances from Inigo Pascual, Kyle Echarri, and Zephanie, as Erik Santos and Kyla capped it off with a powerhouse duet of “Pagbigyang Muli.”
Pure Energy and Big Collabs
Never one to be outdone, Gary V delivered his own standalone set complete with choreography, a backing band, dancers, and his timeless energy, performing classics like “Di Bale Na Lang,” “Shout For Joy,” “Eto Na Naman,” “Sa Yaweh,” and “Hataw Na.” Beyond his dance moves, Mr. Pure Energy also showed off his scat singing and played the traditional Filipino instrument kulintang onstage.
The Filipino Music Awards closed out with the biggest and most iconic acts of OPM. Flow G opened with “FEED X CORTEX,” followed by Skusta Clee performing “Lason.” Parokya ni Edgar then came up starting with their back-to-back hits“Inuman Na” and “Halaga” and ended with their Gloc-9 and Francis Magalona 2005 collaboration classic “Bagsakan,” performed alongside Flow G and Elmo Magalona.
Just like last year’s inaugural show, the 2026 Filipino Music Awards didn’t miss with its performances and once again underscored itself to be an unforgettable celebration of local music.
Frequently Asked Questions
The FMAs were hosted by Joey Mead King, KC Montero, and Billy Crawford.
Pop artist Maki and rock outfit Kamikazee opened the ceremony.
P-pop performers included BGYO, KAIA, VXON, G22, and ALAMAT.
Cornerstone Entertainment’s roster performed, including actors Inigo Pascual, Kyle Echarri, and Zephanie, along with singers Erik Santos and Kyla.
The ceremony was closed by rock band Parokya ni Edgar and rappers Flow G and Skusta Clee.
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