OPM evolves: big wins for BINI, SB19, Ben&Ben, Lola Amour at 38th Awit Awards

From pop powerhouses to indie favorites, this year’s winners at the 38th Awit Awards solidified a new era of modern Filipino sound.

The 38th Awit Awards powered by Vibe celebrated another milestone in OPM history as artists were recognized for their achievements in recording, performance, and production excellence. Held on November 16 at the Meralco Theater in Pasig City, the ceremony emphasized both emerging and established talents across genres.

Pop groups BINI and SB19 continued their winning streaks, while indie-pop acts like Lola Amour, Ben&Ben, and Cup of Joe also earned top honors. 

This year’s winners reflect a dynamic and evolving soundscape in Filipino music, one that’s increasingly global, experimental, and grounded in heartfelt storytelling.

Complete list of winners:

Album of the Year: “The Traveller Across Dimensions” by Ben&Ben

Record of the Year: “Namimiss Ko Na” by Lola Amour

Song of the Year: “Misteryoso” by Cup of Joe

Performance Awards

Solo Artist: Dionela

Best Performance by a Group: “Triumph” by Ben&Ben

Best Performance by a Solo Artist: “Di Maipagkakaila” by iLA

Best Performance by a New Group: “Walang Humpay” by 12th Street

Best Collaboration: “Sining” by Dionela and Jay-R

Best Dance/Electronic Recording: “Salamin, Salamin” by BINI

Best Global Collaboration Recording: “Moonlight” by SB19 and Terry Zhong

Best Ballad Recording: “Medyo Ako” by Moira and Juan Karlos

Best Rock Recording: “The Risk” by Fast Pitch

Best Alternative Recording: “Namimiss Ko Na” by Lola Amour

Best Alternative Rock Recording: Ice Seguerra

Best Rap/Hip-Hop Recording: SB19 and Gloc-9

Best Jazz Recording: Devonaire District and Alvin Cornista

Best Instrumental Recording: “Remedios Circle” by Alvin Cornista

Best World Music Recording: Over Heat and CamSur Made

Best Recording by a Child or for Children: “Nasa Palad Mo” by Ateneo Boys Choir

Special Recording Awards

Regional Recording: “Kasing Kasing” by Juan Karlos, Kyle Echarri and “Umaycan” by Noel Cabangon

Best Christmas Recording: “Paskong Mag-Isa” by Debonair District

Best Original Soundtrack: “Ulit Ulit” (“Pamilya Sagrado”) by Regine Velasquez

Best Novelty Recording: “Atras Abante” by Introvert Fiesta ft. AJi

Inspirational Recording: “Face of God” by December Avenue

Best Pop Recording: “Dilaw” by Maki

Best R&B Recording: “Sining” by Jay-R and Dionela

Technical Achievement Awards

Best Engineered Recording: “Segundo, Siguro” by Arthur Nery, Axel Fernandez

Best Musical Arrangement: “Umaycan” by Khalil Refuerzo

Best Vocal Arrangement: Luke Isnani, Felip Suson

Best Remix Recording: “WHITE ROOM (Reimagined ver.)” by Ena Mori and “different… (kenyama remix)” by Kenyema

Best Cover Art: “Kalakal” by SB19 and Gloc-9

Best Music Video: SB19 and Gloc-9

With today’s winning mix of rising stars and seasoned acts, the Awit Awards underscored what fans already know: OPM is alive, innovative, and shaping its own global sound while staying deeply Filipino at heart.

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