MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Spotify RADAR Philippines returns with a fresh slate of artists poised to be the next local and global favourites. The 2025 lineup showcases a diverse mix of genres and styles, spotlighting indie artists ONE CLICK STRAIGHT, Dilaw, and JERGE, R&B sound makers ALLMO$T and Justin Vasquez, fresh rap acts Young Blood Neet, Zae, and Costa Cashman, and pop artist ena mori. Rounding up the roster is returnee P-pop boy group BGYO. Since its launch in 2020, RADAR has become the home of what’s next in Pinoy music, offering fans fresh tracks to explore and new artists to follow.
RADAR, Spotify’s global music program for emerging artists, continues to be a launchpad for artists’ careers by aiding discovery and fueling connections with fans.
“It’s been amazing to see RADAR Philippines grow into a powerful platform for rising artists – helping them break new ground, build their fan base and take their music beyond borders. From Spotify’s playlist ecosystem to its bespoke program initiatives, we’ve seen incredible success over the years. This year, we’re thrilled to amplify these artists, fuel their journey and bring fans along for the ride like never before.” says Kossy Ng, Spotify’s Head of Music for Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
2025 RADAR artists reflected on the impact the program will have on their careers. ena mori shared, “In such a saturated space, it’s harder for artists to stand out and have their moment in the spotlight. Getting to work with Spotify RADAR is a big opportunity for me to speak a little bit about my music to a wider audience; it is such a perfect platform for that.”
Alternative band ONE CLICK STRAIGHT added, “For the past few years, we’ve always tried to be the loudest voice in everything we do to put our music out there. Knowing that Spotify is there to amplify that and make sure our voices are heard means so much. It’s not just extra exposure; it’s also validation — a pat on the back from Spotify for our art and all our hard work and dedication.”
Over the past year, the RADAR Philippines playlist has experienced a threefold increase in streams compared to the previous year, with significant streams from international markets, including the USA, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and Singapore, highlighting the global appeal of Pinoy music, driving its discovery to listeners worldwide.
Last year’s RADAR roster made an impressive mark on the global stage. Out of the top ten RADAR artists worldwide ranked by streams, five were from the Philippines: Hev Abi, Maki, Dionela, BINI, and Cup of Joe. Further, since joining RADAR, Dionela’s monthly listeners have jumped by over 400% while Maki’s streams have more than doubled. Cup of Joe’s tracks have been added to almost half a million playlists, demonstrating the deep connections they’ve built with fans around the world.
Head on to the RADAR Philippines playlist to discover more of the newest wave of Filipino talents. For more exclusive content and a peek behind the scenes of these artists, follow @spotifyph on socials.
