BINI, Maki, and Vice Ganda Lead 17th PMPC Star Awards for Music

The 17th Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) Star Awards for Music took place on June 25 at the Teatrino in Greenhills, San Juan City, honoring Filipino artists across a spectrum of categories. The ceremony highlighted both established names and rising stars, underscoring the dynamic nature of the Philippine music scene.

BINI, the country’s rising girl group, emerged with two top honors. Their single “Salamin, Salamin” was named Dance Recording of the Year, while the EP Talaarawan captured Pop Album of the Year. The dual awards followed the group’s recent Manila leg of the “BINI Signals World Tour,” signaling their growing influence in the P‑pop arena.

Singer‑songwriter Maki took home the most trophies of the night, securing Male Pop Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for his viral hit “Dilaw.” Released through Tarsier Records, the track topped the newly relaunched Billboard Philippines Hot 100 and set a record for the highest single‑day streams by an OPM song on Spotify.

Vice Ganda was honored with Christmas Song of the Year for “Rainbow Christmas.” The festive single, co‑written with Jonathan Manalo, Roque “Rox” Santos, and Jeremy Glinoga, was issued earlier in the year as part of Ganda’s holiday music venture.

Veteran vocalist Jamie Rivera, collaborating with the group 92 AD, earned Inspirational Song of the Year for “Ningas ng Pag‑Asa,” released under ABS‑CBN’s Inspire Music label. Meanwhile, Angela Ken was named Female Acoustic Artist of the Year for her stripped‑down track “Kulimlim,” a song that has resonated with listeners nationwide.

The awards also spotlighted fresh talent. Dwayne Garcia was named New Male Recording Artist of the Year for “Taym Perst Muna,” and the group Five Fingers received New Male Group Artist of the Year for “Lakas Mo.” Both acts represent the next generation of Filipino musicians gaining traction.

The PMPC Star Awards for Music is an annual event that celebrates excellence in the Philippine music industry. Organized by the Philippine Movie Press Club—a collective of tabloid reporters founded in 2009—the ceremony honors songwriters, composers, producers, and other music professionals across multiple genres.

According to the event’s official coverage, the winners were revealed during a live broadcast that also featured performances by the award recipients. The ceremony’s focus on both established and emerging artists reflects the industry’s evolving landscape, where digital streaming platforms and social media continue to shape music consumption.

ABS‑CBN Music’s recognition at the awards underscores the network’s role in promoting Filipino music. Its partnership with Star Music and Star Magic has helped launch and sustain careers of groups like BINI, while its broader music division supports a wide array of artists nationwide.

The 17th PMPC Star Awards for Music concluded with a showcase of the winners’ work, reinforcing the event’s status as a key indicator of current trends and future directions in Philippine music. The outcomes are likely to influence promotion strategies for the artists’ upcoming releases and touring plans.

Fans can follow ABS‑CBN’s social media channels or visit the corporate newsroom website for further updates on the winners and their forthcoming projects.