The Undeniables of OPM Were Recognized During The 36th Awit Awards.

The undeniables of OPM were recognized during The 36th Awit Awards. Held last November 9 at Baked Studios, this year’s Awit Awards is a departure from your traditional awards show. This fresh take on an awards show was spearheaded by one of PRM’s trustees, Enzo Valdez. Instead of the very formal and rigid format, they made it into a party wherein artists, performers, label representatives, and other members of the OPM community were able to socialize.

Enzo Valdez, Managing Director of UMG and PRM board of trustee.

While the Awit Awards this year pushed the boundaries, the hallmarks of a great award show were still there. For the major awards, they still did the traditional announcement of the nominees, and the winner got to have a speech. We had great speeches from new acts such as Dilaw who were very happy to win Song of the Year as heard from their speech that talked about their journey and how it all started from a dream. Industry veteran and winner of the Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino award Rico Blanco’s speech resonated with the artists as he shared the mantra of “Just keep pushing.”

Sony Music's Ben & Ben, and Warner's Dilaw tied for best performance group award.

Album of the Year: "Don’t Blame The Wild One!" by Ena Mori

Record of the Year: "Uhaw (Tayong Lahat)" by Dilaw

Song of the Year: "Uhaw (Tayong Lahat)" by Dilaw

Music Video of the Year: "Paninindigan Kita" by Ben&Ben

Best Performance by a Group Recording Artist: "Uhaw (Tayong Lahat)" by Dilaw and "Paninindigan Kita" by Ben&Ben

Best Performance by a Female Recording Artist: “Dati-dati” by Sarah Geronimo

Best Performanceby a Male Recording Artist: “Kalapati” by Jarlo Base

Best Collaboration: "Rosas" by Nica del Rosario feat. Gab Pangilinan and "3:15" by sydharta and kiyo

Best Performance by a New Group Recording Artist: "Pasilyo" by Sunkissed Lola

Best Performance by a New Male Recording Artist: "Julyo" by David La Sol

Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist: "Pira-piraso" by Mariane Osabel

Best Cover Art: "Locked Down Since 2002 Volume One" by Raizel Go

Best Vocal Arrangement: "Chara-Chara" by Ronnel Allen Laderas and J.C. Paez Jose

Best Musical Arrangement: "Unan" by Leanne & Naara

Best Pop Recording: "Paninindigan Kita" by Ben&Ben

Best R&B Recording: "Maharani" by Alamat

Best Rap/HipHop Recording: "Mahal Kong Pilipinas" by J Mara

Best Rock/Metal Recording: "Heart Strength" by Faspitch

Best Traditional/Contemporary Folk Recording: "Lovesick (Pagmamahalasakit)" by Cesca

Best World Music Recording: "Matimtiman" by Munimuni

Best Jazz Recording: "Just Because" by Debonair District and Lara Maigue

Best Dance/Electronic Recording: "WYAT (Where You At?)" by SB19

Best Alternative Recording: "Uhaw (Tayong Lahat)" by Dilaw

Best Ballad Recording: "Clueless" by Side A

Best Remix Recording: "Amakabogera Remix" by Roque "Rox" Santos

Best Engineered Recording: "Kaya" by Paul Pablo

Best Original Soundtrack Recording: "Kumpas" by Moira dela Torre

Best Global Collaboration Recording: "I Feel Good" by Arthur Miguel and Pink Sweats

Best Inspirational Recording: "Obra" by Keiko Necesario

Best Novelty Recording: "Kabet Pala Ako" by Eugene Layug

Best Christmas Recording: "Pasko Sa Atin" by Debonair District

Best Instrumental Recording: "Sandalan" by 6cyclemind and EJ Pichay

Best Regional Recording: "Padaba Taka" by dwta

Best Recording by Child or for Children: "Kalinislinisan" by Young Voices of the Philippines

People’s Voice Favorite Song: "Tumitigil Ang Mundo" by BGYO

People’s Voice Favorite Female Artist: Sarah Geronimo

People’s Voice Favorite Male Artist: Anton Paras

People’s Voice Favorite Group Artist: Lily

People’s Voice Breakthrough Artist: Hey June

Dangal ng Musikong Pilipino: Rico Blanco

PRM Team from Left to right: John Penaranda, Candice Lima-Del Rosario, Aaron Calderon, Francis Buen

Filipina Bossa Nova Icon, Sitti, showing her support for music protection and wearing the PRM bucket hat.

PRM joined in the festivities as the team interviewed artists and other members of the music community about their music preferences, etc. (Follow us on our socials to see these interviews!). PRM also made sure to seize the opportunity to raise awareness about their cause of protecting the music industry. The team also provided bucket hats and flyers to further highlight PRM’s advocacy. It was indeed a great night where the music community was able to connect, socialize, and enjoy live performances from world-class musicians while recognizing Filipino talents. Stay tuned for more music news as when there is music, PRM will be there.

Clockwise: Moira Dela Torre, Paul Pablo, DWTA, Leanne & Narra, Arthur Miguel, JK Labajo (Photos courtesy of Awit Awards)