South Korean sensation NewJeans shared the stage with OPM stars ALAMAT, Kyle Echarri, Nik Makino, Illest Morena, and Zack Tabudlo
What a night! Global K-Pop sensation NewJeans brought the house down at the Coke Studio Ultimate Fandom Concert at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on September 5. The crowd went wild, waving their light sticks and singing along as the girls delivered a show-stopping set of their worldwide hits, including “ETA,” “Bubble Gum,” “Supernatural,” “How Sweet,” and “Zero.”
But it wasn’t just about K-Pop—Filipino pride was in full force with the stellar lineup of Coke Studio Season 8 artistsrepresenting the future of OPM. P-Pop trailblazers ALAMAT lit up the stage with their unique blend of Filipino heritage and contemporary sound, performing crowd favorites like “Dayang,” “Day & Night,” “Maharani,” and “Noli.”
Kyle Echarri—the multi-talented Gen Z star—serenaded fans with “Pangako,” “Dyosa,” “Panaginip,” and “Cupid’s Aim.” Hip-hop hitmaker Nik Makino kept the energy high with anthems like “Sipag Lang,” “Kay Ganda,” “Moon,” “Sobrang Solid,” and “We Made It,” while rising rap rebel Illest Morena brought an edge with “Slow Burn,” “Pick Up,” “Faded,” and “Sabik.”
As if that wasn’t enough, the Season 8 artists wowed the audience with exclusive collab tracks: “Ngayong Gabi” (ALAMAT and Nik Makino) and “Believe” (Kyle Echarri and Illest Morena), showing how diverse genres and generations can come together to make magic happen.
Taking the OPM representation to new heights, the “Hugot King” himself, Zack Tabudlo, graced the stage as Coke Studio’s first-ever global artist from the Philippines. With hits like “Nangangamba,” “Pano,” “Give Me Your Forever,” “Love is Dead,” and the unforgettable “Fallin’” with South African rapper Nasty C, Zack made everyone in the arena believe in love all over again.
This wasn’t just a concert; it was a celebration of fandoms uniting. With both K-pop and P-pop superstars sharing the same stage, Coke Studio showed the power of music as a universal language that brings fans together, wherever they’re from. It was a perfect example of Coke Studio’s philosophy of creating “Real Magic”—a space where fans could connect, celebrate, and feel part of something extraordinary.
And the fun didn’t stop at the music! The Coke Studio Ultimate Fandom Concert also sparked deeper connections between fans and their favorite artists through interactive experiences, fun giveaways, games, and fan tributes that truly brought P-Pop and K-Pop lovers together under one roof.
As Mark Jason Dee, Senior Director for Marketing, Coca-Cola ASEAN and South Pacific – East Cluster, put it: “The Coke Studio Ultimate Fandom Concert isn’t just about great music—it’s about the power of connection. Coke Studio has always endeavored to bring artists and fans closer together, and tonight, we saw magic happen when fandoms united.”
With the Filipino music scene continuing to evolve, Coke Studio remains at the heart of it all. Committed to championing both new and established voices, nurturing Pinoy talent, and creating magical moments, Coke Studio is here to keep the spirit of music alive.
Feel the Real Magic by subscribing to Coke Studio Philippines’ YouTube channel or following Coca-Cola Philippineson Facebook, Instagram, and their official website. Don’t miss out on the latest updates and incredible performances!
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