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BINI, Maki, Vice Ganda Dominate 17th PMPC Star Awards for Music
On June 25, the Teatrino in Greenhills became the stage for the 17th Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) Star Awards for Music, a ceremony that celebrated the country’s most resonant sounds. The night’s headline act was ABS‑CBN Music’s roster of stars—BINI, Maki and Vice Ganda—who together claimed a trio of top honors, a sweep that underscored the network’s growing influence in the industry.
BINI, the nation’s breakout girl group, captured the Dance Recording of the Year award for their single “Salamin, Salamin.” The track, which had topped the Philippine charts after the group’s Manila leg of the “BINI Signals World Tour,” also earned Pop Album of the Year for their EP Talaarawan. The EP’s ascent to the summit of the Billboard Philippine Songs chart cemented BINI’s status as a leading pop act in the Philippines.
Singer‑songwriter Maki walked away with two major trophies. He was named Male Pop Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for “Dilaw,” a single that reached number one on the relaunched Billboard Philippines Hot 100 and entered the global Spotify chart. “Dilaw” followed Maki’s earlier releases “Saan?” and “Bakit?” from his 2023 EP Tanong, which had already secured him a place on Spotify’s global charts.
Vice Ganda was honored with the Christmas Song of the Year award for “Rainbow Christmas.” The festive single was co‑written with Jonathan Manalo, Roque “Rox” Santos and Jeremy Glinoga. Released in 2024, the track was accompanied by a music video that premiered on ABS‑CBN’s digital platforms.
Other awardees included veteran singer Jamie Rivera and the group 92 AD, who won Inspirational Song of the Year for “Ningas ng Pag‑asa.” Female acoustic artist Angela Ken took home Female Acoustic Artist of the Year for “Kulimlim.” Newcomer Dwayne Garcia was named New Male Recording Artist of the Year for “Taym Perst Muna,” while the group Five Fingers received New Male Group Artist of the Year for “Lakas Mo.”
The ceremony, organized by the Philippine Movie Press Club, highlighted achievements in songwriting, production and performance across pop, dance, acoustic and inspirational categories. The event also spotlighted the growing influence of streaming platforms and social media in shaping chart success, as evidenced by BINI’s Spotify milestones and Maki’s global placement.
ABS‑CBN Music’s triumph at the awards reflects the network’s broader strategy of promoting Filipino talent through multi‑platform content. The partnership with Star Music and Star Magic has enabled artists like BINI to expand their reach through tours, digital releases and international collaborations.
The awards also serve as a barometer for the Philippine music market. The inclusion of categories such as New Male Recording Artist and New Male Group Artist underscores the industry’s focus on emerging talent, while the recognition of Christmas music highlights the seasonal market’s importance.
As the awards concluded, industry observers noted that the winners’ achievements align with current trends in Philippine pop music, including the rise of digital streaming, the blending of genres and the growing international presence of Filipino artists.
The 17th PMPC Star Awards for Music will be followed by a series of promotional events and interviews with the winners, scheduled to be released on ABS‑CBN’s social media channels and corporate website.
The ceremony’s outcomes reinforce the network’s position as a key player in the Philippine music scene and signal continued investment in both established and emerging artists.
For further updates, fans and industry professionals can follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and TikTok, or visit corporate.abs‑cbn.com/newsroom.
BINI, the nation’s breakout girl group, captured the Dance Recording of the Year award for their single “Salamin, Salamin.” The track, which had topped the Philippine charts after the group’s Manila leg of the “BINI Signals World Tour,” also earned Pop Album of the Year for their EP Talaarawan. The EP’s ascent to the summit of the Billboard Philippine Songs chart cemented BINI’s status as a leading pop act in the Philippines.
Singer‑songwriter Maki walked away with two major trophies. He was named Male Pop Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for “Dilaw,” a single that reached number one on the relaunched Billboard Philippines Hot 100 and entered the global Spotify chart. “Dilaw” followed Maki’s earlier releases “Saan?” and “Bakit?” from his 2023 EP Tanong, which had already secured him a place on Spotify’s global charts.
Vice Ganda was honored with the Christmas Song of the Year award for “Rainbow Christmas.” The festive single was co‑written with Jonathan Manalo, Roque “Rox” Santos and Jeremy Glinoga. Released in 2024, the track was accompanied by a music video that premiered on ABS‑CBN’s digital platforms.
Other awardees included veteran singer Jamie Rivera and the group 92 AD, who won Inspirational Song of the Year for “Ningas ng Pag‑asa.” Female acoustic artist Angela Ken took home Female Acoustic Artist of the Year for “Kulimlim.” Newcomer Dwayne Garcia was named New Male Recording Artist of the Year for “Taym Perst Muna,” while the group Five Fingers received New Male Group Artist of the Year for “Lakas Mo.”
The ceremony, organized by the Philippine Movie Press Club, highlighted achievements in songwriting, production and performance across pop, dance, acoustic and inspirational categories. The event also spotlighted the growing influence of streaming platforms and social media in shaping chart success, as evidenced by BINI’s Spotify milestones and Maki’s global placement.
ABS‑CBN Music’s triumph at the awards reflects the network’s broader strategy of promoting Filipino talent through multi‑platform content. The partnership with Star Music and Star Magic has enabled artists like BINI to expand their reach through tours, digital releases and international collaborations.
The awards also serve as a barometer for the Philippine music market. The inclusion of categories such as New Male Recording Artist and New Male Group Artist underscores the industry’s focus on emerging talent, while the recognition of Christmas music highlights the seasonal market’s importance.
As the awards concluded, industry observers noted that the winners’ achievements align with current trends in Philippine pop music, including the rise of digital streaming, the blending of genres and the growing international presence of Filipino artists.
The 17th PMPC Star Awards for Music will be followed by a series of promotional events and interviews with the winners, scheduled to be released on ABS‑CBN’s social media channels and corporate website.
The ceremony’s outcomes reinforce the network’s position as a key player in the Philippine music scene and signal continued investment in both established and emerging artists.
For further updates, fans and industry professionals can follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram and TikTok, or visit corporate.abs‑cbn.com/newsroom.