Lance Joseph Martinez

SB19 Makes History as First P-pop Act Included in KBS Music Bank Pre-Voting

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<p>Just last year, <strong>SB19</strong> made waves in the international music scene after becoming the first Filipino act to perform on Japan’s famed YouTube channel, <strong><em>THE FIRST TAKE.</em></strong> Known for its distinctive format where artists deliver their songs in a single, unedited take, the platform—managed by <strong>Sony Music Entertainment Japan</strong>—has long been a stage for musical excellence across genres.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe width="925" height="525" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LnWLpWoAs2A?si=IEmUB_VdRn32hVkU" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br/></div><div><br/></div><p>And this year, the P-pop kings have once again carved their name in history. SB19<strong></strong> has officially become the first homegrown Filipino act to be included in the pre-voting round of <strong><em>KBS’ Music Bank </em></strong>with their track “<strong>DAM</strong>” from the <strong><em>Simula at Wakas EP</em></strong>, further solidifying their growing global influence.</p><p>Airing every Friday at 5:15 PM KST on KBS2, <em>KBS’ Music Bank </em>stands as one of South Korea’s most respected and long-running music programs. Since 2015, it has also captivated international audiences through KBS World, reaching more than a hundred countries.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe width="925" height="525" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/de6CnBa-qj0?si=d4dHByDhuu-gH6SK" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe><br/></div><div><br/></div><p>The show has become a global stage where today’s biggest hits—from K-pop and hip-hop to ballad and R&amp;B—are performed by both established and rising artists, reflecting the vibrant heartbeat of the Korean music scene.</p><p>Now, making another mark in history, SB19, comprised of <strong>Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken,</strong> and <strong>Justin</strong>, has officially entered the pre-voting round for <strong>Episode 1271</strong> of <em>Music Bank</em>, scheduled to air on November 14, 2025.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1763007959939officialsb19_1762517174_3760589080813103041_7986659597 (1).jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @officialsb19</span></span></span></div><p>This inclusion signifies more than just another accolade for the group, it represents a milestone for the entire P-pop movement. For the first time ever, a homegrown Filipino act has earned recognition from one of South Korea’s music platforms, signaling how far Filipino pop has come in capturing global attention.</p><p>According to <em>Music Bank’s </em>official scoring system, <strong>digital streaming</strong> accounts for the biggest portion at 60 percent (120,000 points), while <strong>broadcast exposure</strong> contributes 20 percent (40,000 points). Fan votes via the <strong>Mubeat app</strong> make up 10 percent (20,000 points), and album sales and social media engagement on platforms like <strong>YouTube</strong> and <strong>TikTok</strong> each carry 5 percent (10,000 points). These metrics collectively determine which artist takes the weekly crown.</p><p>Fans worldwide can support SB19 by voting through the <strong>Fancast</strong> app, which allows participation even from outside South Korea. As of the latest update, SB19 currently holds the fifth spot in the ongoing pre-voting.</p><p>Throughout their career, SB19 has consistently broken barriers for Filipino artists. They are the first Southeast Asian act to be nominated at the <strong>Billboard Music Awards</strong> and the first Southeast Asian artist to land in the Top 10 of <strong>Billboard’s Social 50 chart</strong>.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1763008507378officialsb19_1761643548_3753260578669581182_7986659597.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @officialsb19</span></span></span></div><p>Lead photos from <strong>@officialsb19 </strong>and <strong>KBS World TV</strong><strong></strong></p>

<p>#SB19 has officially become the first homegrown Filipino act to be included in the pre-voting round of <i><b>KBS’ Music Bank </b></i>with their track “<b>DAM</b>” from the <i><b>Simula at Wakas EP.</b></i></p>

#SB19 has officially become the first homegrown Filipino act to be included in the pre-voting round of KBS’ Music Bank with their track “ DAM ” from the Simula at Wakas EP.