OPM and global acts share the stage at first LaLaLa Fest Manila
The inaugural LaLaLa Fest Manila featured a mix of local OPM artists and international acts at the World Trade Center. The event highlighted the growing integration of Filipino music with global performers.
Why it matters
Music festivals serve as key platforms for cultural exchange and the promotion of local talent on an international stage.
MANILA, Philippines - Original Pilipino Music (OPM) artists took center stage at the first-ever LaLaLa Fest Manila, held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City on Aug. 21.
Alternative rock band fitterkarma kicked off the local lineup as the first Filipino act to perform at the music festival, following performances by international artists Kiki, Hoa and Isyana Sarasvati.
"Mabuhay ang OPM, hanggang kamatayan! Maraming salamat! Buhay na buhay ang musikang Pilipino dahil sa inyo," the band said before performing its hit song, Pag-Ibig ay Kanibalismo II.
OPM bands Dilaw and Over October gave fans all the feels as they wrapped up their first LaLaLa Fest performances with their respective hits, Uhaw and Ikot. Saan hitmaker Maki also surprised fans by bringing out singer-actor James Reid for their Tagalog-English love song, Luck.
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