Now in its sixth year, URAGON NIGHT has become the go-to gathering for the spirited and creative Bicolano community in Metro Manila and beyond. What started as a small reunion of regional artists and music lovers has slowly grown into an unassuming cultural movement—bridging provinces, generations, and genres through music and the unstoppable uragon spirit.
This year’s theme, “MASARAIN?” is a playful challenge to push boundaries. Masarain—a Bicolano term used as a playful question or an invitation to go somewhere special—sets the tone for a night packed with diverse musical showcases.
Uragon Night 6 proudly features loud gazers Lara, Linger Escape, and Pastilan Dong!, hip-hop femme fatale XYVRL, dub luminary Goodleaf, pop-punk mainstays Do Not Delay, and acoustic storyteller Jan Roberts. Gracing the event as a guest performer is celebrated singer-songwriter Johnoy Danao, who grew up in Masbate before making history in the Manila music scene.
Guests of previous years’ Uragon Night have included DWTA, Cheats, This Band, Lady I, and The Jerks, among others.
“The stage will be lit by Bicolano artists, but the event is open to anyone who wants to enjoy a night of good music; Madya na!” Ahmad Tanji, one of Uragon Night’s core organizers, reiterated.
So, heed the invitation to Saguijo Café this 7th of June 2025, as each act brings a unique flavor to a shared heritage—making Uragon Night 6 a homecoming and a musical fiesta all in one.
Venue details: SAGUIJO CAFE, 7612 Guijo Street, San Antonio Village, Makati. The header image is based on the poster designed by Bren Pasamba for Uragon Night 6.
FEATURED ARTISTS
LARA
5-piece Noisy Bois from the South of the Metro (MNL/Pili)
Cinematic is the perfect word for the band, LARA. They blur the line between nostalgia and noise with their dreamy textures.
Their debut, full-length album ‘Disambiguate’ is out now on all streaming platforms via Calm Lake Records! These songs are for those who have wrestled with love and loss, searching for clarity in the midst of uncertainty. This record was 5 years in the making and the band hopes music lovers will enjoy it as much as they did making it. LARA is Jed Tabago – vocals/guitar, Lance Francis Espeña — guitar/vocals, Paul Caronan – drums/vocals, Bruce Babasa – bass, and Bren Pasamba – guitar. Lyrics written by Jed Tabago.
Click to watch LARA’s latest release “Countenance”
LINGER ESCAPE
Grunge band from Naga City
Don’t let these skinny-ass kids fool you; they know what they want to sound and they do it extra hard. You like grunge? Check. You like nu-metal screams? Game. You like shoegaze? Gaze on. Genre-bending and totally fearless, Linger Escape has been creating noise wherever they go—literally and figuratively.
These guys are dubbed grunge-gaze as they paint a droning soundscape ala Deftones combined effortlessly with the rustic riffage of Silverchair, then you add a dash of nu-metal screams here and there to cover all pillars of mosh pit requirements.
Click to watch LINGER ESCAPE’s “Nothing”
PASTILAN DONG!
Volume is 5? Let’s make it 10.
Pastilan Dong! has been a fixture in the Manila indie scene without us knowing that Vin (drummer) and Rio (bassist) have proud Catanduanes roots. With 3 albums under their name, this noise rock outfit is a screaming invitation to stomp your feet and lose your heads.
This indie rock band is composed of Kaloy (guitar, vocals), Pow (guitars), Rio (bass) and Vin (drums).They have released 3 albums under their belt, ‘Pastilan Dong’ (2014), ‘Every Step is Backward’ (2015) both released on CD and digital platforms, while the latest one, “Gadilaab” (2019) has been released on cassette tape and digital platforms as well. Pastilan Dong’s guitar-driven sound is hard to pin down. It can range from fuzzy, lo-fi, noise to grungy, and it delicately balances between plushly melodic and riotously ear-splitting.
Click to watch PASTILAN DONG! perform “More of You”
XYVRL
Hi! I’m XYVRL (sai-fril), yo rising Bicolana-Filipina rapper.
Hailing from Tabaco City, hip-hop femme fatale, XYVRL is a genre-blending force redefining hip-hop with her playful lyricism and fearless versatility. From acoustic roots to rap acclaim, this self-made Bicolana artist has been spreading her wit and charm and earning nods from icons like Gloc-9 and Loonie.
XYVRL’s latest single, “LILAGIRL,” keeps her signature delivery over a bass-heavy but midtempo beat. Pining for her local pixie dream girl, the rhymes slides like butter from a language-bending exercise to a flirty drawl, making you wonder if there is anything this wonderkid can’t do.
Click to watch XYVRL’s latest single“LILAGIRL”
GOOD LEAF
“Walang-hanggang agos ng diwa, basagin at wasakin ang pagkakasunod-sunod ng paterno na walang katapusan.”
Edy Varde and his crew, whose roots are in Daet, Camarines Norte, have been promoting the reggae-dub movement since time immemorial. Be prepared to be transported to a meditative space with their psychedelic groove!
Dub is GOODLEAF’s endless permutation: reinterpreting existing songs and embracing spontaneity yield unpredictable outcomes, transcending language barriers and connecting us through music.
Click to watch GOODLEAF’s “Endless Permutation”
DO NOT DELAY
Hailing from Naga City, Do Not Delay is a modern pop-punk band that marries their raw stage intensity with their hardworking ethic. The band can be found everywhere in the metro with a live invitation to mosh in their behalf.
There has been an enormous number of pop-punk releases for the past 3 years, that the said scene can get tiringly saturated. Bands devour driving whiny anthems that dabble on romantic angst in this niche market. Do Not Delay is one of Bicolano’s pride in this specialty. They are pretty young in the industry, but it seems they already played decades under their belt, thanks to the go-getter attitude of band leader AK Jimenez.
Under Tower of Doom, the band churned a Tagalog ditty that recalls Neckdeep and Kamikazee in its unapologetic energy. The second verse will definitely have the crowd chant each phrase before thumping their chests with the hopeful declarations of the chorus. This is Do Not Delay at their Manila domination phase, and with this song at the helm of that mission, it might just work.
Click to watch DO NOT DELAY’s “Dahlia”
JAN ROBERTS
Jan Roberts keeps all his songs intimate so you can hum it in your sleep. With a number of growing hits, it won’t be long until the world starts humming along.
It took a while for this guy to once again release a masterpiece but now here we are. Almost deceitful in simplicity, his words tread a familiar depth that may just break his name to more than just coffeeshop crowd. Jan hails from Legazpi City.
Click to watch JAN ROBERT’s “Hingalo”
JOHNOY DANAO
Johnoy Danao, a beloved Filipino singer-songwriter known for his soul-stirring songs, is a proud Masbateño. Started out in the OPM scene as the vocalist of folk-pop group, Bridge, he gained a loyal following through his raw acoustic performances that invoke the hopeful romantic in us.
He marked his 25th anniversary in the music industry with his first solo concert titled “Liwayway at Dapithapon.” This was held on March 14 – 15, 2025 at the Metropolitan Theater in Manila. The concert represented for him not only a festive celebration of his past but also an exciting glimpse into his future. He is best known for his songs like “Ikaw at Ako,” “Panata,” and “Ulan.” In an interview with ABS-CBN, Johnoy expressed his excitement about the concert:
“We’ll cradle the tired hearts, minds, and bodies of our audience with the music I’ve written over the past 25 years: some old songs with new twists and fresh tracks that I’m excited to share with everyone for the first time.”
Click to watch JOHNOY DANAO perform “Ikaw at Ako” on Wish 107.5
This article was prepared by Jojo De Jesus for Dateline Ibalon based on the press statement provided by Ahmad Tanji of Uragon Night as well as content and photos from the FB pages of Uragon Night and the featured artists.