Unlocking Opportunities in the Philippine Music Market

VMDO's Networking Breakfast Series returns on Tuesday, 30 June at CY Venue, Collingwood Yards, bringing together music industry professionals for an insightful morning exploring one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing music markets: the Philippines.

As Australian artists, managers, labels and music businesses increasingly look beyond traditional export territories, the Philippines presents exciting opportunities for growth, collaboration and audience development. This edition of VMDO's breakfast series will provide attendees with first-hand insights into the country's music ecosystem, industry trends and pathways for engagement across the wider Southeast Asian region.

Leading the discussion is Mike Constantino, Founder and CEO of Homonym, the Philippines' premier audio marketing agency, and founder of Sonik Philippines, the country's leading music conference and showcase festival. With more than three decades of experience across music, marketing and digital innovation, Mike will provide an overview of the Philippine music landscape, including emerging genres, touring opportunities, streaming behaviours, social media platforms and cultural considerations for international artists and businesses.

Mike's presentation will then be unpacked through a conversation with acclaimed Filipino-Australian artist and producer Kuya James (James Mangohig), whose work spans music, theatre, dance and community engagement. An ARIA Award-winning producer and one of the Northern Territory's leading creative voices, James will offer valuable cultural perspectives and reflections on how to connect Australian artists with Filipino audiences.

Doors open at 8:30 am
Panel begins at 9:00 am sharp
Light breakfast snacks, tea and coffee provided.

Attendees are encouraged to stay on after the panel to network and meet the speakers.

Tickets to VMDO Links are free, but bookings are essential.

SPEAKERS

Mike Constantino
Mike Constantino is the Founder & CEO of Homonym, the premier audio marketing agency in the Philippines, and SurroundCast, a retail media technology company and official in-store partner of the Philippine Retailers Association. In 2019, alongside the National Commission for Culture & The Arts, he founded Sonik Philippines, the country's music conference, showcase festival and de facto music export office. A respected international speaker and consultant, Mike has played a significant role in shaping the Philippine music and marketing industries for over 30 years.

Kuya James (James Mangohig)
Kuya James is an ARIA Award-winning producer and ARIA-nominated artist based in Darwin. The son of a Filipino father and Dutch mother, he has built a celebrated career spanning music, theatre and cultural programming. He is the founder of CLUB AWI and co-creator of the acclaimed production In Between Two, with a body of work recognised through numerous industry and creative awards.

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