Ryan Christopher Claveria

SB19 VISUAL EVOLUTION THROUGHOUTH THE YEARS

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<p>The year was 2018. <strong>SB19</strong> had just debuted, and everything simply felt right. Now, a new wave of <strong>OPM</strong> echoes everywhere, and our music is now better known as “<strong>P-Pop</strong>.” Through the years, SB19 has truly grown to become the <strong>Kings of P-Pop</strong> and has achieved many great milestones for the local music industry. We&#x27;ve witnessed their highs and lows, and with their latest concert &quot;Wakas at Simula&quot;, it&#x27;s a testament to how far they&#x27;ve come and how far they&#x27;re still going to go. </p><p>We&#x27;ve seen them from the first-ever release of their first viral anthem, “Go Up,” which officially paved the way for them to become the absolute trailblazers of the genre. Now, they stand as the biggest male act in the local music scene, dominating the charts and building a massive, fiercely loyal fanbase that reaches far beyond the Philippines.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776666144033SB19 1.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @officialsb19</span></span></span></div><p>Recently, renowned music festival <strong>Lollapalooz</strong><strong>a </strong>announced that SB19 will be the <strong>first all-Filipino boy group to perform at the </strong><span style="margin:0px;padding:0px"><strong>festival</strong>, marking</span> another historical moment. As we continue to follow their international journey, let’s take a trip down memory lane to see how these boys have evolved—from their charming, young, and innocent idol looks to fierce, masculine artists.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Debut Era - Get In The Zone</strong></div><p>These boys debuted with fresh faces, relying on their raw talent as their primary asset. During their first tour in 2019, all the members proudly embraced their natural features: dark hair (only Josh had his locks colored)<em></em>,<em> moreno</em> skin, and slim physiques. Even back then, their undeniable charisma and confidence made it clear they were destined for something big.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/177666570049271207692_3106238562782466_2752252250578485248_n.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via One Music Ph</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Pagsibol EP Era</strong></div><p>Fast forward to 2021; we heard “<em>Mapa</em>,” which lived up to its title and, indeed, put the group’s name on the music chart&#x27;s map. Years later, it became the soundtrack of the box office hit “And the Breadwinner Is.&quot; In this era, members embraced electric charm with polished hairstyles and an earth-toned makeup palette. </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776665833972SB19 pagsibol.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @officialsb19</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Gento Craze</strong></div><p>Moving on to perhaps the most widely recognized SB19 era across the country—the &quot;Gento&quot; craze! A significant shift definitely occurred during this time. Transforming from charming boys to fierce, strong men, the group completely revamped their style. Veering away from the concepts of the past, all the members proudly embraced their beautiful brown skin, leaning into a distinctly Filipino aesthetic for their grooming and overall visuals.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776666008272gento.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via SB19</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>“Dungka” Street Style </strong></div><p>This marked a major pivot from their previously rugged appeal to an edgy, street-style approach to grooming. While every member debuted a distinct look during the “Dungka” era, they were united by a shared aesthetic—a grungy, urban vibe seamlessly blended with modern grooming. The mood board came to life with Josh’s fiery red hair, Ken (Felip) rocking a crisp, clean blonde, Stell pulling off a man bun, Justin accessorizing with a beanie, and Pablo anchoring the lineup with sleek, slicked-back hair.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776666057950DUNGKA.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @officialsb19</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Semi-Formal Edge in VISA</strong></div><p>Just when we thought we had seen every aesthetic SB19 could pull off, they proved us wrong yet again. For the &quot;VISA&quot; era, the members donned sleek, semi-formal attire, perfectly complemented by a contemporary, unified approach to their hair and makeup. Compared to the bold styling of previous eras, their grooming here is noticeably lighter and more subtle. This refined, minimalist peg has even carried over into their current concert tour, which has been a massive success from start to finish.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776665791770SB19 VISA.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @officialsb19</span></span></span></div><p>What&#x27;s your favorite SB19 era?</p>

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Published April 20, 2026 03:30 PM PHT

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Updated April 20, 2026 03:54 PM PHT

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