The microphones at Lollapalooza would like to officially confirm that SB19 were, in fact, singing LIVE.
They would also like to file for workers’ compensation.
Those microphones were subjected to high notes, harmonies, belts, growls and five men somehow maintaining stable vocals while doing choreography that should require an oxygen tank.
The microphones showed up expecting a normal festival shift.
They left with PTSD and a newfound respect for P-pop.
SB19 didn’t just sing live at Lollapalooza. They made the microphones work overtime. 😭🔥🇵🇭
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"Teamwork tayo ha. 🤝🏻"
They promote. We stream.
They work hard. We show up.
One team. One goal.
Let's keep streaming LAWLESS MV on YouTube. 💙🐐
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@SB19Official#SB19
From the Philippines to Lollapalooza! 🐐🇵🇭
Congratulations, @SB19Official, on making history at one of the world's biggest music festivals!
Special thanks to 1Z team, our valued partners, W3, and everyone behind the scenes whose dedication and support made this milestone possible!
#SB19 #UySB19
there’s something admirable about artists who are willing to become “new”again.
SB19 could’ve stayed where their name was already established, but they chose to expand instead.
if the music is honest and the performance is real, people will listen.
that’s how they’ve continued to cross borders through talent, not shortcuts.
Alam nyo ba, A'TIN? Kinaya natin since 2019 when they went viral. This fandom. This community never stopped. Hindi lang SB19, but we took on all those bumpy road to this destination kung nasaan tayo ngayon. A stronger fandom, built brick by brick para samahan ang SB19 sa pangarap nila.
We made it happen through the noise made by each one of us. Everyone's contribution matters. Tayo, ang SB19, at ang mga nakapaligid sa kanila.
Lollapalooza is definitely not the destination. If you know SB19, alam nyo na unang pagkakataon pa lang na ma-interview sila, isa na ang pinagsisigawan ng buong pagkatao nila, for their music to help PH economy, for the Filipino culture to flourish outside the country through their artistry, to bring OPM with them everywhere they go.
It all goes back to that dream. Being in big international stages is not the end goal, it's to bring the audience back home.
Malayo na, pero malayo pa.
Mata sa langit, paa sa lupa.
Those are not just words they spat out of nowhere. That's their compass to where they came from and where they are heading.
This is just a simple reminder to give attention to what matters most. Samahan natin sila in our own way. Leave the negativity behind. Their journey is our journey, so let's make it count!
SB19, just do what you do best. We'll try to match that energy from all corners of the world. Kasi nga di ba, from the Philippines to the world!
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“No signs of slowing down.”
Fresh from becoming the first homegrown Filipino act to perform at Lollapalooza, SB19 continues to dominate online conversations, earning praise from international media, fellow artists, festivalgoers, and thousands of new listeners.
The group’s historic set drew over 500,000 concurrent viewers on Weverse alone and amassed more than 13.8 million reactions, with even more fans tuning in via Disney+ and Hulu.
The energy at the Allianz Stage didn’t go unnoticed. During a live broadcast, FOX 32 Chicago hosts remarked, “There’s a band that’s playing right now. This is SB19. The crowd has picked up.” Another host added, “People seem to like this SB19. Look at how many people are there… and this isn’t even one of the main stages.”
A foreigner attendee interviewed by ABC 7 Chicago proudly introduced the group to viewers. “We’re here to see SB19. They’re a boy group from the Philippines. They’re the first homegrown Filipino group to perform at Lollapalooza.”
In an exclusive interview with Disney+, the members admitted they felt the weight of carrying not just their group’s name, but the entire country.
“We feel pressured representing not only our group but also our country on stage… It’s something we really wished for, and now that it’s happening, we’re really honored and happy.”
Back home, emotions ran high as A’TIN celebrated the milestone.
“Yung sinasabi nating suntok sa buwan… but we made it. Our boys made it,” one fan wrote. Another reflected, “Eight years ago, grabe ang pangmamaliit sa inyo. Look where you are now.”
Even Ben&Ben woke up early to catch the performance, posting, “Legendary performance. Thank you for representing the Philippines, SB19!”
Festivalgoers also shared that curious attendees and members of the media began flocking to the Allianz Stage after hearing the crowd’s energy, with many staying to watch the group perform.
Adding to the buzz, Stell unexpectedly went shirtless mid-performance, sending social media into meltdown. “I’m gonna need 18 days to process this, Stell!” one fan joked, while another quipped, “Iniisip talaga ni Stell ang Team Philippines, nagpapandesal ka pa talaga!”
Before ending their set, Josh teased that “this isn’t our last Lollapalooza,” while Stell smiled and told the crowd, “See you again next year.” The group also shared that one of their dream collaborations would be with Bruno Mars, another artist of Filipino heritage, proving that after making history, SB19 is already looking toward what’s next.
(✍️: Denchelle Castro, 📸: Disney+, FOX 32 Chicago)
#radarPHEntertainment #radarPH
SB19 WATCH PARTY SA RIZAL PARK 🇵🇭
Dumagsa ang fans ng P-pop group na SB19 sa Rizal Park Open Air Auditorium sa Maynila ngayong madaling araw, July 31.
Ito'y matapos magkasa ng live simulcast watch party ang Department of Tourism para mapanood ng mga fans ang Lollapalooza performance ng SB19 sa Chicago. | via @jhomer_apresto
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