In the recent video by the YouTube channel Ms. Mojo, three P-pop boy bands were featured on the list of “International Bands You Should Know About.”
Alamat, recognized for integrating Filipino culture into their work, secured the seventh position.
As mentioned in the video, “This boy band is not interested in cookie-cutter success, instead, Alamat is making Pinoy pop with a purpose. The multi-ethnic group leaves their Filipino influence from music production to video concepts.”
It also mentioned the trio received recognition for their talent and genuineness (they address colonialism, make references to ancient stories, and use a variety of languages and genres) and became the second P-pop act to reach the Billboard charts.
“At the end of the day, Alamat isn’t afraid to stay true to themselves and they dedicated their career representing their culture to the world,” it added.
Securing the fifth spot was BGYO, with the YouTube channel expressing admiration for the group’s wide range of talent.
“Known as the Aces of P-pop, talent isn’t the only card of BGYO’s sleeve. The quintet is known for their youthful spirit and the members are not just skilled performers, they also regularly co-write their hit tracks,” said the narrator.
“Their mission is in their name, an acronym that stands for becoming the change going further you and I and originally Filipino. The band’s roots will always be in the P-pop scene but they also set some sights on international success. With singles in several languages, the group is eager to take their culture and signature style worldwide,” it furthered.
SB19 claimed the second position, being recognized for its global achievements. ‘Where You At’ tour, SB19 is ready for world domination.
The narrator said, “The 5-member band has earned a loyal fan base and their legacy isn’t just made up of chart-topping songs, with the dedication for representation and philanthropy, it’s no wonder SB19 was named Filipino game-changers.”
XG, a girl group, topped the list which also featured Uni5, Now United, Bella Dose, Be: First, JO1, and Flo. SB19 previously appeared on Ms. Mojo’s “Best Modern Boy Bands” post-2000 list, alongside international acts like K-pop group BTS, the former British-Irish band One Direction, and American sibling trio Jonas Brothers.
K-pop groups such as EXO, SHINee, Seventeen, SuperM, and BIGBANG were also included.
Others on the list were In Real Life, Justice Crew, JLS, The Wanted, New Hope Club, Big Time Rush, Why Don’t We, The Vamps, CNCO, PRETTYMUCH, and 5 Seconds of Summer.
