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SB19 Has No Plans to Stop Breaking Barriers: ‘It Feels Like We’re Unstoppable’

The P-pop boy group talks to Billboard about its Lollapalooza set, repping Filipino culture and loyal fanbase.

SB19 Has No Plans to Stop Breaking Barriers: ‘It Feels Like We’re Unstoppable’

SB19, the Filipino boy band, is known for being pioneers in the music industry. During their performance at Lollapalooza, the group showcased their talent in fiery leather outfits, representing their Filipino culture. They debuted their July 30 set with the high-voltage hit single "DAM," which had already topped the charts, and performed several tracks from their latest album Wakas at Simula and their newest single "LAWLESS."

Lollapalooza marked the first time a group from the Philippines and Southeast Asia had taken the stage at the festival, founded by Perry Farrell in 1991.

The band's performance was a historic moment for SB19, who had been active since their debut in 2018. They took this opportunity to celebrate their Pinoy pride and connect with their fans, who waved Philippine flags, sang in Filipino, and joined in the dancing. Despite the heat and exhaustion, the band aimed to inspire other Filipino talent to step onto the global stage.

Following the performance, SB19's management shared their thoughts about the experience. Justin and Josh emphasized that the performance was fun and focused on the audience, despite the challenging logistics. Pablo, on the other hand, focused on the positive energy from the crowd and the importance of continuing to improve. The band's commitment to being unstoppable is evident, as they continue to break barriers and pave the way for other Filipino artists.

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