All roads led to the Araneta Coliseum for fans of SB19 at the end of a challenge-filled "Pagtatag" year.

The P-pop supergroup returned to the Big Dome for the finale concerts of their second world tour on May 18 and 19 to showcase their talents once more and to thank their loyal A’TIN, for their unwavering support.

“‘Yung tour natin mag-iisang taon na, pero andito pa rin kayo at kung saan natin siya sinimulan, dito natin siya tatapusin,” youngest member Justin remarked at the beginning of the Day 1 concert.  

“Lumibot na tayo sa buong mundo, ibang klase talaga ‘yung power ng A’TIN,” he added, in awe of the global reach of their fanbase. “Kahit saan tayo magpunta, ramdam na ramdam namin ang suporta nila. Maraming, maraming salamat A’TIN."

The “Pagtatag! World Tour” kicked off at the same venue in June 2023 and made stops in 15 cities in Asia and North America.  

 

 

 

 

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The quintet opened their sold-out concerts with an electrifying performance of “Gento.” Without losing its power and grit, the hit song, with over 41 million views on YouTube, was given a new arrangement and choreography.

“This is our thanks to you, guys... We just appreciate everything that you do for us, that’s why as much as we can, we want to give back,” Ken said, teasing the surprises that they will unveil during the concert, which were also available for livestreaming worldwide.

They continued with heartfelt renditions of “Ilaw” and “Nyebe,” followed by energetic numbers of “I Want You,” “Mana,” Bazinga,” and “Moonlight” with Chinese artist Terry Zhong.

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Each member also took the stage for solo performances. Leader Pablo joyfully roamed around the stage in a motorcycle, playfully singing his newly released single “Edsa.” Justin charmed the crowd with his debut single “Surreal” with Gelou of the girl group Yara. Meanwhile, Josh powered through obvious technical glitches and proved he is a superstar with “Yoko Na” and “Wild Tonight.”

Ken opened the solos section on the first night with the unreleased track titled “Foes,” playing a guitar and displaying his rap skills. But on the second night, he dialled it down with his Cebuano song “Kanako.” The rapper, also known as Felip, was visibly overcome with emotions, even shedding tears as he sang the track about loneliness then finding love.  

Lastly, Stell, who has yet to put out his solo music, serenaded the crowd with a soulful new ballad called “Anino." His performance was accompanied by composer and OPM icon Louie Ocampo on the piano.

 

 

 

 

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With Ocampo still on the piano, SB19 regrouped on stage to sing a chorale version of “MAPA” with Vocalmyx and Fortenors, which were both members of Stell’s team in the reality competition “The Voice Generations.”

“Sobrang grateful kami sa lahat ng efforts niyo,” Josh said, thanking their “MAPAs,” which initially pertained to their parents, but had extended to everyone who has served as their north stars, motivating them to keep pushing for their dreams.  

“Alam ko 'yung mga ginagawa niyo for us, pag-iipon niyo para makapunta sa shows namin, makabili ng music namin, masuportahan kami sa anumang ginagawa namin. Sobrang pasasalamat,” Josh continued.

SB19 amplified their message of gratitude with “Liham.”

“ATIN, kayo talaga 'yung ligaya namin,” Stell said, echoing the final lyrics of the song. “Masasabi namin na naitatag na namin ‘yung pangalawang pamilya namin kasi andiyan kayo. Kaya maraming salamat.”  

"Talagang pinatatag tayo ng 'Pagtatag.' Sobrang daming pinagdaan. It’s a roller-coaster ride of emotions pero andito pa rin tayo. SB19 pa rin tayo," he added, referencing a period of uncertainty when the group had to halt activities due to agency and licensing issues. SB19 eventually emerged victorious, becoming self-managed under their own company, 1Z Entertainment.

More details about the challenges they faced during the "PAGTATAG!" era are expected to be featured in an upcoming documentary film that will drop in August.

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The group brought the energy back with help from special guests. On the first night, the group was joined by Apl.de.ap for a performance of a yet-to-be-released collaboration project titled “Ready For Tonight.” For Day 2, the boys took turns spitting the bars of “Sumayaw Ka” with its original artist Gloc-9. 

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With “Freedom,” “Crimzone,” and “What?” the group sent off their A’TIN in a celebratory mood. They promised that while the concerts marked an end of an era, these won’t be the last time fans would hear from them. 

“Sobrang layo pa po ng tatakbuhin ng SB19 pero talagang panatag na panatag ang loob namin kasi alam namin kahit saan kami mapunta, maglakbay, hilain man pababa, andiyan kayo para sumuporta sa ‘min,” Pablo said.   

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