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Fresh from its resounding success in London, the travelling global Filipino music festival 1MX is set to delight more music lovers across the globe as it moves from Europe to the northern part of North America and Asia Pacific, bringing the unique Asian fusion music experience to the iconic Budweiser Stage in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on September 10, 2023 and the The Hordern Pavilion in Moore Park, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia on October 8, 2023. 1MX Toronto and 1MX Sydney both promise to deliver a one-of-a-kind concert experience like no other by featuring a tightly curated line-up of established and emerging Asian artists excelling in their genres and on track to becoming some of the next biggest acts in the world.
The most recent edition of 1MX took place on July 8, 2023 in London for the second consecutive year, attracting thousands of festival-goers from various parts of Europe and beyond. Audiences raved for the eclectic line-up of artists that blended must-know emerging and established Filipino talents with international acts, including Ben&Ben, Yuna, Moira, Johnny Orlando, Maymay, Tiny Umbrellas and DJ Clara Rosa. Taking the stage for 1MX's Toronto stop are:
• Dabin is a JUNO-nominated music producer from Toronto that has made a lasting impact on the electronic music scene. Known for his signature blend of acoustic and electronic elements, Dabin captivates audiences with his dynamic live shows.
• UMI is a trailblazer in the R&B and neo-soul space, having captured audiences with her honest lyrics and healing sonics. The 23-year-old Seattle native embodies girl power, leading an all-female band and promoting uplifting personal connection in her music.
• Ben&Ben is a renowned Filipino folk-pop band that has been recognized as Spotify's Most Streamed Artist in the Philippines. Their captivating music fuses electronic and acoustic instruments with poignant and truthful storytelling to create a truly mesmerizing musical experience.
• thuy is a rising independent recording artist and songwriter with over 150 million global streams to-date. The LA-based artist has made waves in the modern R&B scene with her angelic vocals and skillful songwriting that gives audiences music they can relate to.
• Guapdad 4000 is a Grammy-nominated artist hailing from West Oakland with an unstoppable momentum. His unique blend of charisma, lyricism and creativity, along with his electrifying live performances, have solidified his position as a rising star.
• BGYO has emerged as trailblazing forces in the Philippine music scene, rising to the top of the P-POP genre. Gelo, Akira, JL, Mikki and Nate have uplifted their exceptional talent and Filipino pride to win over audiences globally and garner a collection of awards and recognition.
• Justin Park is a Korean-American R&B sensation that has seized hearts with his soulful voice. The LA-based artist has achieved critical acclaim and international attention from his addictive music and shoutouts from BTS's Jungkook along with top publications.
• DJ Tilt is a genre-bending music connoisseur that continues to elevate the music scene with his unparalleled talent. From Toronto to New York, his infectious energy and versatile mixes have made him a favourite among private clients and prestigious brands and events, including the Google Inaugural Ball for President Barack Obama to name just one.
• DJ Jayemkayem has solidified her reputation as one of Canada's top open format selectors with the ability to energize diverse crowds. The Calgary-born and Toronto-based DJ has travelled the world and performed her undeniable talent alongside artists such as Majid Jordan and Skepta.
• DJ Hedspin is a Toronto-born artist and DJ that has proven himself as a true standout in the game. He is the World Champion of the Red Bull Thre3Style Competition and is renowned for his exceptional technical skills and energetically liberating live shows.
Aside from a fresh and eclectically diverse mix of Asian and North American entertainment, 1MX Toronto is also slated to deliver a truly immersive experience for all the senses as it will spotlight authentic Asian eats in partnership with food vendors from the GTA.
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On the other hand, The Hordern Pavillion, known as The Hordern by Sydney locals, will be the venue of a historic gathering of seven acts from among today’s best of Asian fusion music. Opened in 1924 as an exhibition hall for the display of futuristic technology, The Hordern is one of Sydney’s favorite entertainment settings. It has hosted a wide and diverse range of acts from the likes of Frank Sinatra to The Bee Gees to Queen to Coldplay to Justin Timberlake to boxing matches to Mardi Gras and more. 1MX in Sydney has curated a veritable 7-concerts-in-1 event that will showcase the following stellar talents:
• William Singe – A leading light in Australia’s burgeoning music scene, William first attracted attention by taking third place on Australia’s X-Factor as part of a group formed by the show’s producers. He quickly used this newfound success as a springboard for his solo career. Several acclaimed covers, original releases, a successful collaboration "Mama" with UK producer Jonas Blue and world tours followed, eventually leading to William relocating to Los Angeles to take his career to new levels in 2017. Following the global pandemic, William’s newest music shows a maturing artist realizing the power of his voice through a sense of introspection and personal connection. Inspired by a rapidly changing world and his own experience in life as a young Australian-Maori, he is poised to be a vital voice in R&B for years to come. William recently released his latest single, the danceable tune with a hot summer vibe "Have to Be".
• Dami Im – This artist is very much in the music news today: her latest EP entitled "In Between" debuted at number one on the iTunes chart and is currently in the Top 10 Australian albums on the Aria charts. Beginning her musical journey as a virtuoso pianist, Dami is renowned for her emotive and powerful vocals since capturing hearts when she won The X Factor Australia. She has released a string of hit albums and singles such as "Alive", "Super Love" and "Gladiator". She went on to become "Eurovision Royalty" in 2016 when she earned the highest score ever by an Australian entry with her smash hit "The Sound of Silence" which charted in 38 countries. Dami's self-titled album debuted at #1 on the charts and went on to be a platinum seller. She has released four studio albums which all reached the top ten charts.
• KZ Tandingan – Kristine Zhenie “KZ” Tandingan is a rapper and singer rooting from the southern islands of the Philippines. She rose to prominence after winning the first season of The X Factor Philippines in 2012. Known to her unique sound and technique, she has been dubbed as Asia’s Soul Supreme which she proved true during her participation in the Chinese reality and variety singing competition Singer 2018 as she competed against globally renowned artists Jessie J and Coco Lee.
• Ben&Ben - Gracing to make its presence felt anew in 1MX Sydney, this talented folk-pop band from the Philippines has been wowing audiences since 2017 with chart-topping hits like “Kathang Isip” and “Maybe the Night" to name a few. They were named Spotify’s Most Streamed Artist in the Philippines in 2020 and won numerous awards. With a unique approach to songwriting, all band members of Ben&Ben collaborate on each song’s lyrics and music. They combine electric and acoustic instruments such as violins and guitars to create their distinctive sound. The popular group released their latest single, "Could Be Something", last June 30, 2023 which also has an official performance video on their YouTube channel.
• Keenan Te – With over 5 billion views on TikTok alone and over 100 million streams in the past 12 months, topping music charts in Asia and Australia, pop sensation Keenan Te has been making waves in the music industry. Keenan’s powerful voice has captured the hearts of fans worldwide including top music personalities like Meghan Trainor, Jennifer Hudson, Addison Rae, Anson Seabra and more. Keenan recently released a new single called, "Overthinking About You" which will be part of his upcoming EP that is guaranteed to thrill his fans.
• Milky Day - Milky Day is a rising R&B artist with a unique contrast personality, born and raised in New Zealand and educated in the US at Amherst College where he graduated with a double major in Math and Music. Milky Day has released several popular tracks including "You'll Be Alright" and "Take It Slow" which have gained significant traction on streaming platforms with over 47 million combined plays on Spotify alone. With a love for traditional music and a passion for mixing and engineering, Milky Day is a talented musician who is quickly making a name for himself in the music industry. Fans can take a listen to his latest release "Losing My Grip".
• Maymay – This Filipina actress, singer, host, and model has won hearts and emerged as Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky 7 Big Winner in 2017. After her TV debut, Maymay signed a recording contract with Star Music and launched her eponymous debut album at a star-studded Skydome event. The album received gold and platinum certifications from the Philippine Association of Record Industry. Maymay is also a fashion icon and an accomplished host. In 2018, she made history as the first Filipina to walk the runway during the Arab Fashion Week strutting clothes by the famous Filipino designer Furne One Amato of Amato Couture in Dubai. Today, Maymay is a rising star in the music industry. She has been nominated in the Best Asia Act category at the 2022 MTV EMA for her hit song “Amakabogera".
For more information on 1MX Toronto and 1MX Sydney, visit 1musicx.com. 1MX, a global event of the Philippines' premiere media and entertainment company ABS-CBN Corporation and its worldwide subsidiary ABS-CBN Global, is presented by global music and lifestyle channel brand MYX.
