P-Pop band BINI headlines both days at the Aurora Music Festival (Photo: bini_ph/Instagram)
Cover P-Pop band BINI headlines both days at the Aurora Music Festival (Photo: bini_ph/Instagram)
P-Pop band BINI headlines both days at the Aurora Music Festival (Photo: bini_ph/Instagram)

Here’s what you can expect at the biggest OPM festival of the year

For its fourth consecutive year, the Aurora Music Festival returns to Clark Global City for a two-day celebration of music, culture, and community. Whether you’re an audiophile or just someone who loves picturesque views for the perfect Instagram post, this year’s edition promises a multi-sensory experience. As the country’s biggest and most anticipated OPM concert, the Aurora Music Festival hosts an impressive lineup of rising stars and icons and over 20 hot air balloons to light up the sky.

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Day 1

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Aurora Music Festival’s headliners, BINI (Photo: bini_ph/Instagram)
Above Aurora Music Festival’s headliners, BINI (Photo: bini_ph/Instagram)
Aurora Music Festival’s headliners, BINI (Photo: bini_ph/Instagram)

Headlining both days is BINI who have solidified their position as P-Pop’s trailblazers. With multiple hits such as Pantropiko, Karera, and Salamin, Salamin, audiences can expect an electrifying performance that will inspire them to get up and dance.

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P-Pop boyband BGYO is set to perform at Aurora Music Festival (Photo: bgyo_ph/Instagram)
Above P-Pop boyband BGYO is set to perform at Aurora Music Festival (Photo: bgyo_ph/Instagram)
P-Pop boyband BGYO is set to perform at Aurora Music Festival (Photo: bgyo_ph/Instagram)

Following suit in the realm of P-Pop is boyband BGYO, who brings its unique flair to the festival. Keep the energy going with their songs like Patintero, Gigil, and Trash.

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Photo 1 of 4 Rico Blanco performing on stage (Photo: ricoblanco100/Instagram)
Photo 2 of 4 Moira Dela Torre’s ‘I’m Okay’ album cover (Photo: moiradelatorre/Instagram)
Photo 3 of 4 TJ Monterde poses for a photo (Photo: tjmusicmonterde/Instagram)
Photo 4 of 4 Rising OPM artist Arthur Nery (Photo: arthurmneryy/Instagram)
Rico Blanco performing on stage (Photo ricoblanco100 Instagram)
Moira Dela Torre’s ‘I’m Okay’ album cover (Photo: moiradelatorre/Instagram)
TJ Monterde poses for a photo (Photo: tjmusicmonterde/Instagram)
Rising OPM artist Arthur Nery (Photo arthurmneryy Instagram)

Four soloists join the first day, with longtime veteran Rico Blanco and contemporary artists Moira, TJ Monterde, and Arthur Nery taking the stage.

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Day 2

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Cup of Joe poses for their ‘Silakbo’ album (Photo: cupofjoemusic_/Instagram)
Above Cup of Joe poses for their ‘Silakbo’ album (Photo: cupofjoemusic_/Instagram)
Cup of Joe poses for their ‘Silakbo’ album (Photo: cupofjoemusic_/Instagram)

A mix of pop, hip-hop, and alternative rock sets the scene for the second day of the Aurora Music Festival as Baguio’s Cup of Joe is sure to perform their hit songs such as Estranghero, Misteryoso, and Tingin, among others.

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Photo 1 of 3 Maki performs at Day 2 of the Aurora Music Festival (Photo: clfrnia_maki/Instagram)
Photo 2 of 3 Dionela is set to perform at Day 2 of the Aurora Music Festival (Photo: dionelaofficial/Instagram)
Photo 3 of 3 Flow G adds a touch of hip-hop to Aurora Music Festival (Photo: plojiflowg/Instagram)
Maki performs at Day 2 of the Aurora Music Festival (Photo: clfrnia_maki/Instagram)
Dionela is set to perform at Day 2 of the Aurora Music Festival (Photo: dionelaofficial/Instagram)
Flow G adds a touch of hip-hop to Aurora Music Festival (Photo: plojiflowg/Instagram)

One of OPM’s fastest-growing artists also graces the stage as Maki brings his anthem-worthy tracks like Saan?, Kailan?, and Dilaw. Rappers Dionela and Flow G join him with their expert lyricism and chill beats in their songs.

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Over October rounds up the lineup at the Aurora Music Festival (Photo: Nate Bosano)
Above Over October rounds up the lineup at the Aurora Music Festival (Photo: Nate Bosano)
Over October rounds up the lineup at the Aurora Music Festival (Photo: Nate Bosano)

Rounding up the festival is Over October who recently celebrated their first solo concert. Performing for over a decade, the band has consistently grown and has released heartwarming songs of love such as Ikot, 123, and Ating Dalawa.

The Aurora Music Festival happens on May 3 and 4 at the grounds of Clark Global City. For more information, visit their social media pages.

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Gabriel Bohol
Features Writer, Tatler Philippines
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