UPHOLDING LEGACY OF FILIPINO MUSICAL EXCELLENCE: 38TH AWIT AWARDS POWERED BY VIBE SEAL OPM’S PLACE IN HISTORY

Awit Awards and VIBE’s partnership is set to define authenticity, where respect, pride, and

legacy make Filipino music truly #LEGIT.

In a time of instant virality, the 38th Awit Awards powered by Vibe remains the definitive mark of

legitimacy and proven talent in Original Pilipino Music (OPM). Organized by PARI, Awit Awards

remains as the nation’s highest recognition for musical excellence, built on 38 years of integrity

and legacy.

In partnership with Vibe—a youth-driven multi-platform under MQuest Ventures (MQV)—this

year’s awards bridge generations of Filipino music. The collaboration brings heritage and

innovation together, uniting the established authority of the Awit Awards with VIBE’s bold,

youthful energy to keep OPM relevant, inclusive, and undeniably #LEGIT.

THE AUTHORITY OF LEGITIMACY

At the heart of the Awit Awards’ enduring credibility is its distinguished and prestigious panel of

judges. For the 38th Awit Awards Powered by Vibe—78 judges—comprising OPM’s most

trusted artists, producers, composers, and creative leaders—come together to ensure that every

finalist and winner reflects true artistry, craftsmanship, and relevance across all types of

listeners.

The panel features an impressive roster of OPM luminaries, living up to the Awit Awards’

reputation as the original, most respected, and most trusted award-giving body in Philippine

music. This includes renowned singers and performers such as Christian Bautista, Kris

Lawrence, Radha Cuadrado, Thor Dulay, Tim Pavino, Lara Maigue, Ronnie Liang, and Veronica

Macato.

Established musicians and songwriters recognized for their craft—including Mike Elgar, Herbert

Hernandez, Adonis Tabanda, Gino Cruz, Marvin Querido, Brian Cua, Arnel De Pano, Ace

Gadia, Francis de Veyra, and the late Davey Langit—add further prestige to this year’s awards.

Enhancing credibility even more, the panel also includes music production experts such as

Arnel Garcia De Vera, Rico Bicol, Dominic Benedicto, Mike Ducusin, Christopher Buenviaje,

Daryl Reyes, Clark Cunanan, Marco De Leon, and Mackie Po, whose expertise in audio

engineering and arrangements ensures technical excellence in judging.

Moreover, OPM industry leaders and executives Sunny Ilacad, Ino Caluza, Ivan Espinosa,

Raymund Ryan, Robert Javier, Reck Cardinales, Ren Polumbarit, and Adonis Tabanda are

included in the set of judges.

Lastly, Avid Liongoren, Frank Lloyd Mamaril, Marla Ancheta, Mari Arquiza, and Kettle Mata

represent the directors and creatives who have played a big role in the OPM industry.Together, these judges embody decades of experience across performance, songwriting,

production, and media. Their collective expertise establishes the Awit Awards’ gold standard,

honoring not popularity, but genuine artistry, innovation, and influence.

Through this, the Awit Awards powered by Vibe makes sure that each winner doesn’t just win an

Awit Award, but they earn a legacy that is already indelible in the world of OPM.

WHERE LEGACY INSPIRES INNOVATION

MQV’s Vibe strengthens the legacy of the Awit Awards, introducing a new era where fans can

connect, engage, and have a voice in the OPM industry. Leading up to the grand awards night

on November 16, 2025, at the Meralco Theater, fans will enjoy exclusive online content, live

experiences, and behind-the-scenes stories highlighting judging insights and artist features.

The 38th Awit Awards powered by Vibe blends credibility with dynamism, honoring both icons

and emerging talents who shape the past, present, and future of Filipino music. Together, Awit

Awards and Vibe represent the fusion of heritage and innovation—where the official meets the

ultimate.

Judged by Awit. Powered by Vibe. 100% #LEGIT.