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Throughout his career as a member of SB19, and as a solo artist, Felip (SB19 Ken) has been featured in numerous print and online publications. Find news, feature, editorial, and opinion articles about Felip here. If you’d like to read fan-written content instead, visit our hub.

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2020-2022

SB19 Ken Reading
Photo by Chapters PH | SB19 Official
Village PipolSB19 Ken is defying gender norms — so let’s stan him harder
Nylon Manila8 of Ken Suson’s Most Bad-Ass Fits that Prove He’s a Style Icon in the Making
ABS-CBN NewsKen of SB19 to release solo single ‘Palayo’
HIPHOPDXSB19’S Ken Marks Solo Debut as Felip with ‘Palayo’
HIPHOPDXHIPHOPDX Asia’s Best Songs of 2021
Nylon ManilaIn Palayo, Ken Suson Raps in Full Bisaya and Nails the Cropped Blazer Look
Nylon ManilaThe New Song Releases of the Week
Village PipolIt takes 16 seconds to ruin your sanity the Ken Suson way
MYXCatch FELIP Performing “Palayo” Live on the Wish Bus
Nylon ManilaKen Suson is Back and the Fan Theories About His Comeback Single, ‘Bulan,’ are Here
GMA NewsSB19’s Ken drops solo comeback as FELIP with ‘Bulan’
Village PipolMythical god ‘Bulan’ redefined through FELIP’s newest solo track
Nylon ManilaThe Round-Up: The Best Recent Song Releases to Start Off Your June on the Right Note
HIPHOPDXBest Asian Hip Hop and R&B of 2022 (So Far) – June
GrammyGlobal Spin: FELIP’s Theatrical “Bulan” Performance Draws From Filipino Mythology To Tell An Inspiring Story
InquirerWATCH: SB19’s Ken performs ‘Bulan’ in Recording Academy digital series
GMA NewsFELIP, or SB19’s Ken, performs for the Recording Academy’s Global Spin
Nylon ManilaSB19’s Ken Takes His Talents to the Grammy’s as the First Filipino Featured in their Global Spin Series
PhilstarSB19’s Ken becomes first full-blooded Filipino to perform in Grammy’s Global Spin
Village PipolFELIP is the first full-blooded Filipino to perform for the Grammy’s Global Spin
SCOUTFELIP made his Grammys stage debut with ‘Bulan’
SCOUTInto rap and rock? Here are 6 artists that have fused both genres
InquirerFELIP becomes first full-blooded Filipino performer in Grammy’s ‘Global Spin’
Bandwagon AsiaNik Armani on the processes behind Line In Record’s projects with SB19 KEN, Juan Karlos, Lola Amour, and Elise Huang
Nylon ManilaCall Them CEO: These Stars and Personalities are Bosses of Their Own Company

2023

Nylon ManilaSB19’s Ken Shook us with a Surprise Wish Bus Performance – and a New Song
HIPHOPDXFelip Enters His Rap Superstar Era in ‘ROCKSTA’
Manila BulletinFelip defies the status quo with new single ‘ROCKSTA,’ announces debut EP under Warner Music Philippines
GMA NewsSB19’s Ken drops music video for new single ‘ROCKSTA’
InquirerFelip of SB19 drops new single ‘Rocksta’ off upcoming EP after going solo
CirrkusFelip is a rockstar in ‘ROCKSTA’ music video
NMESB19’s Felip shares edgy video for new single ‘Rocksta’ off ‘Complex’ EP
Business MirrorKen Suson of SB19 releases solo music project as FELIP
Nylon ManilaAll Hail the Superior! Felip Enters his Rockstar Era with ‘ROCKSTA’
InquirerFELIP defies the status quo with new single ‘ROCKSTA’
MYXSB19’s Felip Releases ‘Rocksta’ Music Video
Nylon Manila6 References We Didn’t See Coming in Ken Suson’s ‘ROCKSTA’ Music Video
Manila Concert SceneFelip Defies the Status Quo with New Single “ROCKSTA,” Announces Debut EP Under Warner Music Philippines
Nylon ManilaLoud and Clear: A ROCKSTA of His Creation, Felip is Out to Make Some Noise
HIPHOPDXFelip’s Thunderous Arrival: Meet Rap’s New Rockstar
RANK MagazineWith His Most Recent EP, FELIP, Takes His Listeners On A Journey Through His Inner Thoughts and Mentality
Nylon ManilaFelip Dyes His Hair Pink Mid-Shoot for His First Solo Headline
InquirerFelip unveils edgier persona with six-track EP ‘COM • PLEX’ under Warner Music Philippines
MYXFelip Drops Debut ‘COM-PLEX’ EP
InquirerFelip, or SB19’s Ken, is out to change the P-pop genre for the long haul
HIPHOPDXFelip Roams the Streets of Japan in ‘COM•PLEX’ EP Standout Cut, ‘STRAYDOGS’— Editor’s Pick
Nylon ManilaWoof! Felip Bites Hard in STRAYDOGS Music Video
ParcinqA Breakdown of PARCINQ Cover Star FELIP’s Music Leading Up to COM•PLEX
HIPHOPDXFelip Gives us a Track by Track Guide to His Debut EP, ‘COM•PLEX’— Exclusive
Wonder MagazineFelip Fully Breaks Away From Expectations in “COM•PLEX”
COMPLEX PHThe Best OPM Releases of 2023
Wish1075Behind the Music: FELIP
Prambors FMProfile of FELIP, Soloist from the Philippines who is ready to shake up the world of music!
Wish1075FELIP, Quest, and More Make a Splash in Aquatic Beats Concert
HIPHOPDXFelip Premieres ‘Superior Sessions Live’ Peformance of ‘ROCKSTA’
Nylon ManilaWarner Music Philippines is Kicking Off its 30th Anniversary with an Epic OPM Concert
PhilstarSB19’s Ken headlines ‘We Play Here’ music fest
Manila Concert SceneFelip, Dilaw, Lola Amour and More to Kick-Off Warner Music Philippines’ “We Play Here” Event
InquirerFelip finds SB19 bandmates’ support for solo projects ‘empowering’
PhilstarKen of SB19 shows own music style as Felip
Manila StandardReinventing SB19’s Felip
COMPLEX PHCHIVAS REGAL “Mad Hustle”
PhilstarIn photos: Felip, Josh solos; SB19 closes PPopcon 2023 with a bang
International Business TimesWATCH: SB19’s Ken Impressively Plays ‘Demon Slayer’ Theme Song On Piano
Manila BulletinMusic Matters Live celebrates its 18th year
Bandwagon AsiaSB19′ FELIP to Perform solo show in Singapore
International Business TimesWATCH: Singapore Fans Shout ‘One More’ During SB19’s FELIP’s Performance At Music Matters
Nylon ManilaA Peek into Felip’s “Complex, Crazy, Blessed” 2023, So Far
Billboard Philippines7 Filipino Artists From Outside Metro Manila That We Want To See Collaborate
Billboard Philippines7 Collaborations We Want To See Between Filipino and Asian Artists — Felip, VOB, Lola Amour, ENHYPEN’s Jay, And More
Mega OmegaSB19’s Felip Shows His Soft Side With This Song Cover
Billboard PhilippinesFelip Releases Cover Of Never The Stranger’s ‘Moving Closer’
MYXFELIP Covers Never the Strangers ‘Moving Closer’
Nylon ManilaPoll: What’s Your Favorite Beauty Moment of 2023?
Manila BulletinComplete list of winners at the 8th Philippine Pop-PPOP Awards
Billboard PhilippinesReaders’ Top Filipino Releases Of 2023
Billboard PhilippinesThe Top 25 Songs of 2023 — Billboard Philippines’ Staff Picks
Billboard PhilippinesFELIP, Jose Mari Chan, The Manila String Machine To Join Aegis’ Year End Concert
Manila Concert SceneFelip to Join Aegis and Jose Mari Chan for a Holiday-Themed Concert
Billboard PhilippinesSB19’s FELIP Releases New Single Titled “Kanako”
Asian Music ReviewFelip Unleashes His Fierceness with “Kanako”
COMPLEX PHThe Best OPM Releases of 2023
Manila Concert SceneDay 1 of the Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals Features Felip-Ylona Special Collab Stage
Envimedia23 Beauty Moments that Marked 2023
Cebu Daily NewsDay 1 of the Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals features Felip-Ylona special collab stage
Felip Fake Faces Wish Bus
Photo by Hoshinofilm

2024

Kanako Pagtatag Finale
Photo by JustinTime
Rank MagazineFelip-Ylona Spectacular Collab at Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals
Mega Omega5 Reasons Why SB19’s FELIP is a Master of Streetwear
Village PipolGandang Kara, Felip (of SB19), and realme Philippines to be Awarded “Hall of Fame” at the 5th VP Choice Awards
Billboard PhilippinesFELIP and PLAYERTWO Are Teaming Up For Their Upcoming Single “FLYYY”
ZeenmagReview: Felip Oozes Charisma with New Single ‘FLYY’
Billboard PhilippinesFELIP And PLAYERTWO Release New Collaborative Single ‘FLYYY’
Billboard PhilippinesFELIP And PLAYERTWO Announce Second Collaboration, ‘Pagdali’
Manila BulletinLucky Chinatown unveils 500-foot dragon to mark Binondo milestone for Chinese New Year
Billboard PhilippinesFELIP Delivers An Electrifying Performance On Billboard Philippines Studios
Billboard PhilippinesFelip Commands the Stage with Debut Performance at Billboard Philippines Studios
Pinoy WitOpinion: The Rise of Felip and His Bisaya Songs – From P-Pop Idol to Heritage Champion
Billboard PhilippinesSB19’s FELIP Announces Pop Rock Single, ‘Fake Faces’
GMA NewsFelip, or SB19’s Ken, releases new single ‘Fake Faces’ with lyric video
Billboard PhilippinesThe Pinoy Hip-Hop Class Of 2024 Weigh In On What Makes The Genre Different And What It Takes To Bring Hip-Hop To The World
Nylon ManilaLola Amour’s Album Launch Concert was Full of Surprises and Plot Twists— Here are a Few Highlights
Manila BulletinFelip unmasks his emotions with pop-rock single ‘Fake Faces’
Billboard PhilippinesCrossover Of The Century: The Filipino Hip-Hop Class Of 2024 Perform Their Biggest Hits On Billboard Philippines Studios
Daily TribuneWhy These Men Bring on the Summer Rain and Quench
Manila Concert SceneFelip Unmasks His Emotions with Pop-Rock Single ‘Fake Faces’
Billboard Philippines5 Moments From Billboard Philippines Studios: Pinoy Hip-Hop Class Of 2024 That You Might Have Missed
VOGUE Lifestyle: PeopleMove Maker: Felip is Not Competing With Anyone But Himself
VOGUE Lifestyle: Vogue PlaylistSoundtrack of a ‘ROCKSTA’: Listen to FELIP’s Exclusive Playlist for Vogue
BingkaikaryaFelip Unmasks His Emotions with Pop-Rock Single ‘Fake Faces’
Billboard PhilippinesTboli Singer Rosie Sula, KZ Tandingan, Felip, And Other Mindanao Musicians Featured In Vogue Philippines’ May Issue
Billboard PhilippinesFELIP On Finally Finding His Sound: “Now, I feel like I’m the most free person in the entire world.”
Daily TribuneWhy this is The Season of SB19’s Ken Suson
RANK MagazineFelip Goes Gritty to Talk Isolation, Betrayal, and Authenticity in ‘Fake Faces’
Billboard PhilippinesFilipino Musicians And Designer Pairings That Can Hold Their Own On The MET Gala Carpet
Billboard PhilippinesFELIP Announces The Arrival Of His Debut Album
Billboard PhilippinesSpending 12 Hours With The Pinoy Hip-Hop Class Of 2024
VOGUE FashionFashion Forward: Felip Breaks Down His Style
Real SoundFELIP, who is pushing forward to the top of the Philippine music scene, has a “love yourself” message in his new song “Fake Faces”
ABS-CBN NewsFELIP Unmasks His Emotions with Pop-Punk Single “FAKE FACES”
Billboard PhilippinesSB19 End The PAGTATAG! Era With Power And Strength In Their Finale Concerts — Review
Buzz Beat MediaPUBG Mobile, Felip Reveal Superior Pass, Trends Nationally in PH Twitter
Billboard PhilippinesFelip Drops Mysterious Schedule Ahead Of Album Release
YES FMFELIP, may iba pa raw pasabog bukod sa kanyang much awaited album?!
Billboard Philippines24 Standout Songs Of 2024 (So Far) — Staff Picks
Billboard PhilippinesFelip Announces Debut Solo Album ‘7 Sins’
The Beat ManilaFELIP 7sins The Album Concert
GMA NewsFELIP, or SB19’s Ken, to release debut solo album in July; to have concerts in Manila and Japan
Billboard PhilippinesSB19’s Felip To Perform In Japan For ‘7sins Album Concert’
RepublicAsiaSB19’s Ken gifts A’TINs with ‘7sins’ debut solo album
Jungle LifeFELIP, a member of the world-famous P-POP group SB19, has released his long-awaited first album, “7sins”!
USEN EncoreFELIP has released his long-awaited first album, “7sins”!
RepublicAsiaFELIP reaches #1 in CDJapan pre-orders, gets 15 nominations for Awit Awards

2024 (Continued)

Billboard PhilippinesFelip Boldly Commits His ‘7sins’ – Listen
The First TimesSB19 FELIP releases his first solo album “7sins”! The theme is “The Seven Deadly Sins”
ParcinqFelip Releases 7sins Album, to Hold Concert on Jul 27
GMA NewsFELIP, or SB19’s Ken, drops debut solo album ‘7Sins’
RapplerFelip releases first album 7sins
ABS-CBN NewsSB19 member Felip drops new album ‘7sins’
CD JapanP-POP is rising: Felip, SB19, Hori7on, & More
Billboard PhilippinesFelip Finds Light In The Darkness With ‘7sins’ — A Track-By-Track Guide
Wish1075FELIP to Hold ‘7sins’ Album Concert this July
Arambulo LiveFELIP Showcases Musical And Visual Artistry Through First-Ever Solo Album, “7sins”
Yes FMSB19 Felip, may bagong album at concert date na!
InquirerFelip’s ‘genre-bending’ debut solo album explores ‘human shortcomings’
KORB BLOG7 SINS REVIEW: Felip Bravely Unmasks Human Brokenness In Solo Album
ABS-CBN NewsEXCLUSIVE: SB19’s Felip says PUBG mobile collab a dream come true
Jungle Life,
USEN Encore		FELIP, a member of the world-famous P-POP group SB19, will be performing in Japan for the first time solo with his first album, “7sins”!
Real SoundSB19’s FELIP to hold first solo concert in Japan, tickets available for photo session and sound check
Billboard PhilippinesFelip Bares All In His ‘7sins’ Album Concert – Review
P-POP WAVE‘Eccentric’ Brilliance: FELIP’s ‘7sins The Album Concert’
Philippine ConcertsFELIP takes us through a celestial journey with 7sins: The Album Concert
Life The Philippine StarREVIEW: FELIP’s ‘7Sins’ concert is a world-building treat for both the angsty and vulnerable
PEPVersatile, edgy: Felip shows mettle in 7sins album concert
Billboard PhilippinesBehind The Curtain With Felip: An Exclusive Inside Look At The 7sins Album Concert
GMA NewsFelip, a.k.a. SB19’s Ken, is a superstar in ‘Envy’ music video
GMA NewsSB19’s Ken drops music video for single ‘Envy’
MyxFelip Releases ‘Envy’ Music Video
GMA NewsFelip, or SB19’s Ken, takes over Japan with ‘7Sins’ physical CD and concert
One SeoulFelip takes 7sins to Japan with physical CD, album concert
Easy RockSB19 Felip brings ‘7sins’ album in Japan with exclusive CD and concert
When in ManilaFelip’s “7sins” Album Is Now Available in Japan
Daily Tribune,
Soundcheck Manila,
GMA News		Felip brings 7sins to Japan with physical CD, album concert
Latest ChikaSB19’s Felip holds fansign event, album concert in Japan
Zero-8 FM YokohamaThank you Felip!
EK RadioTonight we bring you an interview with KEN from SB19
EK RadioFelip, You are Inspiring Me!!
Real SoundFELIP x ONE N’ ONLY special talk: about music, themselves, and dreams
Billboard PhilippinesFELIP Announces ‘COM•PLEX’ EP Vinyl Release
The Manila TimesFelip delivers exceptional storytelling in ‘7sins’
Animate TimesFELIP, an artist leading the Philippine music scene, has come to Japan!
Naver BlogKen Suson: A Testament to Versatility in SB19
VMAN SEAFELIP’s Meteoric Rise
VMAN SEAThe Playlist of FELIP’s Musical Journey
PhilstarMelai Cantiveros excited to have Bisaya SB19 member Ken as guest
Pulp MagazineWe Play Here Rocks Ateneo
Billboard PhilippinesThe 50 Best Songs Of 2024 — Staff Picks
Esquire PhilippinesThe Best Dressed Men of 2024
Billboard PhilippinesThe 50 Best Music Videos Of 2024 – Staff Picks
Photo by JustinTime

2025

Felip at We Play Here in Ateneo de Manila University
KORB BLOG12 Awesome Vocals of P-Pop
Billboard JapanSKY-HI, BE:FIRST, MAZZEL, Kaito Takahashi, &TEAM, Bullet Train, PSYCHIC FEVER, Juri Tanaka and others will appear in the live stream of “DUNK”
The First TimesSKY-HI, Kaito Takahashi, BE:FIRST, Bullet Train, &TEAM and others will appear together in “DUNK Showcase in K-Arena Yokohama” to be exclusively streamed live on Hulu
Preview PHThe Best of SB19 Ken’s Off-Duty Outfits
Daily TribuneSB19’s FELIP wows at D.U.N.K. showcase in Japan
GMA NetworkFelip or SB19’s Ken performs at D.U.N.K. showcase in Japan
Billboard PhilippinesICYMI: FELIP Represented The Philippines At The D.U.N.K. Showcase In Japan
KORB BLOG10 King Things About FELIP the Rocksta!
GMA NetworkSB19’s FELIP proudly represents the Philippines in D.U.N.K showcase Japan
InquirerFelip, or SB19’s Ken, grateful to represent PH at Japan’s D.U.N.K showcase
Pinoy WitTen Best Original Filipino Music (OPM) Videos Featuring Philippine History and Culture | Part 3 – 2020-2024
Good Vibes DailySB19 Felip raises P-pop flag in Japan D.U.N.K. Festival
BarksSKY-HI to release hip-hop album this summer. First single to be released with BE:FIRST’s RYOKI and others.
The First TimesSKY-HI to release hip-hop album this summer. Also announced the release of new song ‘ID’ featuring four talented rappers from the boy band world
Billboard JapanSKY-HI to release new song “ID” featuring members of BE:FIRST, MAZZEL, PSYCHIC FEVER and SB19 and release album
Natalie MusicSKY-HI gathers talented rappers from the boy band world to create new song, showing their “ID” in a mic relay
Rolling Stone JapanSKY-HI releases new song featuring BE:FIRST, RYOKI and 4 others as the first single from his new album
Oricon NewsSKY-HI announces album release this summer, new song “ID” featuring BE:FIRST, RYOKI and others will also be available for download
SKYHI TOKYONew song “ID feat. RYOKI (BE:FIRST), RYUKI (MAZZEL), JIMMY (PSYCHIC FEVER), FELIP” from the new album to be released in the summer of 2025 will be released digitally on Monday, January 27th!
Avex Portal[SKY-HI] has announced that he will be releasing an album this summer.
GMA NewsFelip or SB19’s Ken to be featured in Japanese rapper SKY-HI’s upcoming single ‘ID’
Yahoo NewsSKY-HI to release hip-hop album in summer 2025! Also announced the release of new song “ID” featuring four talented rappers from the boy band world.
SPICE
Music Man		SKY-HI、to release new “collection” album in summer 2025; pre-release of new songs featuring RYOKI（BE:FIRST), JIMMY（PSYCHIC FEVER） and more
ABS-CBN NewsFELIP Joins New SKY-HI Track Alongside RYOKI, RYUKI, and JIMMY
Billboard PhilippinesFELIP Joins Japanese Rapper SKY-HI On Newly Released Single “ID” – Listen
JoysoundSKY-HI gathers talented rappers from the boy band world to create new song, showing their “ID” in a mic relay
AbanteSB19 FELIP nakipag-collab sa famous J-pop idol
NatalieTanaka Juri and NICHOLAS make guest appearances, and SKY-HI welcomes talented rappers from the boy band world to his new song live video
The First TimesSKY-HI releases live video of “ID” performed with Tanaka Juri (SixTONES) and NICHOLAS (&TEAM) on YouTube
Oricon NewsSKY-HI premieres new song “ID” performance from “DUNK Showcase” on YouTube, featuring Tanaka Juri & NICHOLAS
Billboard JapanSKY-HI to release live video of “ID” featuring special guests Tanaka Juri (SixTONES) and NICHOLAS (&TEAM)
ModelpressSKY-HI “DUNK Showcase” SixTONES’ Tanaka Juri, &TEAM・NICHOLAS collaboration live video released
Kstyle&TEAM’s NICHOLAS and SixTONES’ Tanaka Juri will be participating! SKY-HI’s live music festival performance and post-show talk video will be released tonight at 9pm
The TVSKY-Hi’s new song “ID” will have a live video released featuring special guests Tanaka Juri of SixTONES and NICHOLAS of &TEAM.
Real SoundSKY-HI premieres live and talk video for new song “ID” featuring SixTONES’ Tanaka Juri, &TEAM NICHOLAS, and others
GMA NewsFelip, or SB19’s Ken, flexes rap skills in D.U.N.K. showcase performance video
Daily TribuneSB19’s Felip stuns at D.U.N.K. Japan showcase performance video
SpiceNew Music Wednesday [Podcast Edition] delves deep into this week’s hot new releases and news
The Pinnacle GazetteSKY-HI Drops New Song ‘ID’ Featuring Top Artists