The songs and artists who could represent the Philippines at the first-ever edition of the Eurovision Song Contest Asia in Bangkok, Thailand, in November have been revealed.
The diverse line-up was announced on August 11 by participating broadcaster ABS-CBN.
Here are the 10 artists who will compete at the ‘Philippine Selection Night’ on August 30 for a ticket to Bangkok:
- “Make It Exist” – AJAA, composed by Angelo Calucin
- “Sobra-Sobra” (Too Much) – CARMELLE, composed by Nica Del Rosario and Mat Olavides
- “Between Butuin” (Between Stars) – DNA, composed by Jungee Marcelo
- “Cheri(e)” – Elha Nympha, Esang de Torres, Lance Reblando, and Nar Cabico, composed by Nar Cabico
- “Di Yan (Red Flag)” [Not Him (Red Flag)] – Jason Dy and Sassa Dagdag, composed by Jason Marvin
- “Mapadama” – JM Dela Cerna and Marielle Montellano, composed by Jungee Marcelo and Jeremy G
- “Reason To Live” – KHIMO, composed by Stephen Tan
- “Good For You” – Ryssi Avila, composed by Hazel Faith
- “Broken Beyond Repair” – SAGA, composed by Angelo Gonzales
- “Round N’ Round” – VVINK and WRIVE Russu, composed by Julius James de Belen and John Michael Conchada
The full songs were released on August 17 on Spotify and YouTube.
How to vote and watch
The Philippine Selection Night will be broadcast live at 15:45 CEST (21:45 PHT).
Meanwhile, those outside the Philippines may watch the livestream available on the Eurovision Song Contest YouTube channel.
Fans and viewers can cast their votes for free via the Eurovision Song Contest Asia website.
Each user is granted eight free votes, which must be spread across at least three songs. They can purchase an additional 10 vote credits, but that is their limit.
Similar to the Eurovision Song Contest, its Asia edition will also have three sets of votes that will determine the winners of each national selection contest: 40% from a professional jury, 40% by viewers voting at home, and 20% from those outside the country — also known as the ‘Rest of the World’ vote.
First-ever Eurovision Asia
Launched in time with Eurovision’s 70th anniversary, the Eurovision Song Contest Asia is the first-ever Pan-Asian music contest, with a mission to unite cultures and creative communities beyond borders.
The grand final will be hosted by Bangkok, Thailand, on November 14.
“As we mark the 70th anniversary of the Eurovision Song Contest, it feels especially meaningful to open this next chapter with Asia, a region rich in culture, creativity and talent,” said Martin Green CBE, director of the Eurovision Song Contest at the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), the organizer of the annual event.
“This is about evolving Eurovision together with Asia, building something that reflects the voices, identities and ambitions of the region, while staying true to what has always made the Contest special.”
“Eurovision Song Contest Asia will be shaped by the artists, broadcasters and audiences who make it their own, continuing our shared journey of being United by Music,” he added.
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Who are the countries participating?
There are currently 10 participating countries for Eurovision Song Contest Asia.
Rhythm of Bhutan – August 11
Philippine Selection Night – August 30
Korea’s Next Wave – September 4
Nepal Decides – September 19
Sieng Lao: The One (Laos) – September 23-24
Thailand’s Chosen One – September 27
Voice of Bangladesh – September 30
Mongolia – October 10
Malaysia is also among the participants, but rather than hosting a national selection contest, its representative, Aina Abdul, was chosen through its annual music competition show ‘AJL : Anugerah Juara Lagu’ (Song Championship Award) on August 15.
Meanwhile, Bhutan will be represented by Nyendra with the song ‘Lhayi Semo’ (The Angel), which he also wrote alongside Lungten Wangchuk.
Longest-running music competition
The Eurovision Song Contest, or simply called Eurovision, is the longest-running music competition in the world.
It has been held annually by the EBU since 1956, and has successfully launched the careers of some of the world’s beloved artists today, including ABBA (Sweden, 1974) and Celine Dion (Switzerland, 1988).
Its 2026 competition, held in Vienna, Austria, saw Bulgaria’s first-ever win with DARA’s ‘Bangaranga’.
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