An array of talented musicians is set to bring life to the 9race (Grace) anniversary celebration and music festival on Oct. 4 at the Araneta Coliseum.
The 9race Music Festival, celebrating the anniversary of a local wellness brand, seeks to bring a lively experience to its attendees with its line-up of international and local artists. Headlined by Secondhand Serenade, the line-up also features Apl.de.Ap, Iyaz, KZ Tandingan, TJ Monterde and Dionela.
Get to know more about the artists playing the event in this article.
Secondhand Serenade
American rock musician John Vesely, performing under the name Secondhand Serenade, makes his return to the Philippines after his three successful shows across the country on December 2025.
Having just celebrated the 20th anniversary of his debut album "Awake," the artist has been able to garner a couple of hits throughout his career, such as the multi-platinum alternative rock song "Fall For You."
Secondhand Serenade's other emo and alternative genre anthems, including "Your Call," "Vulnerable" and "A Twist In My Story" are also widely celebrated by his listeners.
Apl.de.Ap
A certified icon for the Philippines, Filipino-American rapper and singer Apl.de.Ap always has the country singing along to local favorites "Bebot" and "The APL Song."
For founding and performing in the Grammy-winning hip-hop group Black Eyed Peas, Apl.de.Ap found further success internationally, with critically and commercially acclaimed hits "I Gotta Feeling," "Boom Boom Pow" and "Where Is The Love."
Iyaz
Perhaps mostly known by Filipinos for featuring in Jake Zyrus' (then Charice) hit song "Pyramid," singer Iyaz is also a master of his own craft, most especially with his era-defining pop anthem "Replay" from his debut album.
Chart hits "Solo" and "Pretty Girls" also form Iyaz's roster of successful and beloved songs.
KZ Tandingan
From winning The X Factor Philippines nearly 14 years ago, KZ Tandingan has long cemented herself as an important figure in the OPM industry.
The longevity of Asia's Soul Supreme is a testament to the staying power brought by her charisma and unique, powerhouse vocals.
TJ Monterde
Tandingan's equally talented, singing-and-songwriting husband TJ Monterde, joins her at the event to bring the feels to the audience with the melancholy of hugot-favorites "Palagi" and "Dating Tayo."
Dionela
Finally, completing the line-up is R&B singer Dionela, whose songs "Sining" and "Marilag" made him rise to prominence after bringing kilig to audiences on social media platforms, most especially TikTok.
The music festival, organized by Wilbros Live, celebrates the 9th anniversary of local wellness corporation, IAM Worldwide.