The Philippine Senate on Monday officially commended P-pop Kings SB19 for their performance at Lollapalooza 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
Introduced by Sen. Bam Aquino, Senate Resolution No. 545 recognized the group — composed of John Paulo Nase, Josh Cullen Santos, Stellvester Ajero, Felip Jhon Suson, and Justin De Dios — for their achievements and ongoing contributions to the Philippine creative industries.
The resolution noted SB19’s July 30, 2026, set at Grant Park, which established them as the first Filipino act to perform at the Lollapalooza Music Festival. Aquino emphasized that this milestone, along with their inclusion in other international music festivals like Japan’s Summer Sonic 2026, demonstrates the expanding global footprint of Original Pilipino Music.
The legislative measure also highlighted the group’s historical performance on the Billboard charts, specifically referencing their single “Bazinga,” which topped the Billboard Hot Trending Songs chart for seven consecutive weeks in January 2022.
Additionally, the Senate acknowledged several tracks from the group’s discography, including “Gento,” “Go Up,” “Dungka,” and “Visa,” for their role in promoting Philippine culture globally.
During his sponsorship speech, Aquino pointed to the group’s success as an indicator of the economic and cultural potential of the creative sector.
“SB19’s success is also a testament to the immense potential of our creative industries. When we provide opportunities and support to our artists, creators, musicians, dancers, producers, and other creative workers, we are not merely creating entertainment: we are generating jobs, creating opportunities, and establishing a stronger global presence for Filipino culture,” said Aquino.
“And perhaps that is SB19’s most significant contribution. On every stage they grace, they carry their Filipino identity with them. They did not have to abandon who they are to gain global acceptance; instead, it is precisely that identity that they proudly showcase,” he added.
This article was written with the help of AI, based on a Philippine Senate press release, and was reviewed and edited by the Hallyu Dorama team.