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  In celebration of the first anniversary of the release of The Traveller Across Dimensions (TTAD) concept album, the country’s biggest folk-pop band Ben&Ben is taking it to the next level by releasing various album tie-in materials and merchandise to bring the album to life.  (UP) Paolo Benjamin with the characters of the TTAD lore in plushie form; (DOWN) Miguel Benjamin reading the free-to-download TTAD e-book The 2025 Awit Awards Album of the Year honoree was released on November 29, 2024, and went on to produce a number of hits such as “ Autumn ,” “ Could Be Something ,” and “ Triumph ,” which received the Best Performance by a Group Artist nod from the same awards program. They mounted the first TTAD concert on December 14, 2024, playing to a sold-out crowd at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The show was packaged as an animation-concert hybrid that combined live music and animation to tell the story of Liwanag , the album’s titular character. Since then, the band has brou...

  One year after translating their award-winning 2025 concept into a sold-out spectacle at the SM Mall of Asia Arena , Ben&Ben invites fans into the luminous universe of Liwanag through The Traveller Across Dimensions: The Concert Film .  The special full-length film, created in collaboration with LunchBox Productions , will premiere on YouTube on December 14, 2025 , giving audiences across the globe the rare opportunity to relive the concert experience in full, free of charge. Ben&Ben explains: “We really wanted all our listeners to get to enjoy this concert that we poured our hearts and souls into, so we deliberately chose to make this as accessible as possible by putting it up on YouTube. We thought it would also be a nice way to bring families together for the holidays, sharing with each other the magic and joy of our concert from the comfort of their homes.” Billed as a “multiverse of music and emotion,” the original TTAD concert blurred the boundaries between c...

Thailand’s leading alternative pop-rock band Tilly Birds continue their journey into English-language music with their brand-new single “Heaven”, following the heartfelt release of "Never A Waste Of Time". This time, Tilly Birds' team up with none other than Ben&Ben, the Philippines’ biggest folk-pop band, whose music has surpassed 2 billion Spotify streams and earned numerous awards across Asia. The collaboration brings together the fresh, playful pop sound of Tilly Birds with Ben&Ben’s signature heartfelt melodies—creating a track that is as vibrant as it is memorable. The story behind “Heaven” began with a backstage friendship when both bands shared the same lineup at a concert in Malaysia. Inspired by that connection, the three members of Tilly Birds later flew to Manila to co-write the song with Ben&Ben. Recording sessions spanned across borders, with files exchanged between Bangkok and Manila, until the track was fully brought to life. The collaboration ...

  Filipino award-winning band  Ben&Ben shared another heartwarming moment with global superstar Ed Sheeran  at the recently concluded OFFLIMITS Music Festival in Abu Dhabi.  “We felt the luckiest to be able to meet Ed Sheeran again in Off Limits Festival, Abu Dhabi. What constantly blows us away more than his generational talent and sheer musicality is the genuine, warm connection he makes with everyone he meets, including us. He recalled how lovely it was for him to be able to perform for Filipinos. He also remembered us from when we met him here in Manila, which is very cool. It’s an honor to have been able to exchange stories with him again. We wish Ed all the best with his new album,  Play !” – Paolo Guico, Ben&Ben The band shared a lighthearted moment, revealing, “Mabango siya [Ed smelled good].” Their admiration for Ed’s effortless charm and presence was evident, with the band members recalling how his natural charisma and positive energy filled th...

Fresh off the success of their heartfelt ballad “ Tomorrow With You ,” Ben&Ben returns with “ Saranggola ,” a moving tribute to the enduring power of friendship amidst life’s inevitable changes.  Exploring themes of nostalgia, emotional connection, and change, the anthemic song reflects on cherished moments shared with friends, while acknowledging the inevitability of growing apart. But amidst shifting seasons and distances, the track affirms how love and respect remain steadfast. “ Saranggola is inspired by the ever-changing seasons amongst a group of friends,” Ben&Ben shares in a collective statement. “It is about the fleeting nature of youth and the reality that while we may not always be ready for change, we eventually learn to embrace it. What has passed becomes something worth appreciating, both in the present and in hindsight.” The song made its debut this week in an episode of Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition and will be featured in the upcoming deluxe ...

  Ben&Ben celebrates the season of love with the release of their heartwarming new single, “ Tomorrow With You ,” now available via Sony Music Entertainment .  The song explores the resilience of love in the face of life's uncertainties, emphasizing the importance of taking each day as it comes, particularly during difficult times. Inspired by the people who shaped and impacted their journey as individuals and as a band, Ben&Ben shares that the song encapsulates their growth, both personally and creatively, with family, friends, and loved ones by their side. “Given that we have travelled quite far already in these dimensions, Tomorrow With You brings in the wisdom and maturity gained in these areas of our lives and channels it into a love song that embodies all of it,” explains the Pagtingin act. The release of the track is accompanied by an audio bundle, which includes a live and a studio version. The band expressed their excitement over Spotify’s audio bundle feat...

  Filipino nine-piece band Ben&Ben are treating fans to an early holiday gift with the release of The Traveller Across Dimensions , their much-anticipated third studio album, out now via Sony Music Entertainment . This concept album integrates music with stunning animated visuals, offering listeners a unique, immersive experience. The Traveller Across Dimensions follows the journey of its central character, Liwanag , as she embarks on an enchanting adventure to find inner peace. As she travels through three symbolic realms— Light , Energy , and Feel — Liwanag confronts trials that challenge her path toward self-discovery.  In addition to Liwanag , the album introduces several other key characters who play integral roles in the narrative. Gabay , a wise traveler, returns to the Light Dimension to serve as a mentor to Liwanag . Puhon , Liwanag ’s loyal pet, aids her in navigating the Energy Dimension. Meanwhile, Mahiwaga , another traveller on a parallel quest to complete the ...