Every surprise collaboration that had fans cheering at OPM Con Generations 2026

When Puregold OPM Con Generations 2026 brought together some of the biggest names in Original Pilipino Music at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, fans expected hit-filled performances and nostalgic sing-alongs. What they didn't see coming, however, were the surprise collaborations that turned the concert into an even more unforgettable celebration of Filipino music.

ALAMAT x Jett Pangan

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Opening the night’s surprise pairings, cultural P-pop group ALAMAT joined forces with Pinoy rock icon Jett Pangan of The Dawn. Delivering a fresh take on the timeless classic "Salamat."

KAIA x Sam Concepcion

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P-pop girl group KAIA turned up the energy alongside total performer Sam Concepcion as they performed his and Tippy Dos Santos's award-winning nostalgic hit, "Dati." The collaboration took the excitement up another notch, with the audience singing along and dancing to the upbeat track.

SunKissed Lola x Kiyo 

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OPM band SunKissed Lola joined forces with hip-hop artist Kiyo for an unexpected performance of "White Toyota." The unlikely pairing proved to be a perfect match, effortlessly combining SunKissed Lola's soulful sound with Kiyo's signature flow.

Flow G x Chito Miranda

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Among the evening's most celebrated collaborations, hip-hop royalty Flow G surprised concertgoers by bringing out Parokya ni Edgar frontman Chito Miranda. Their performance of the timeless OPM videoke anthem "Harana" had the audience singing every word.

Skusta Clee x Jay Durias

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Known for his rap hits, Skusta Clee surprised concertgoers as he shared the stage with South Border's Jay Durias for a performance of the beloved OPM classic "Ikaw Nga." The unexpected collaboration showcased a different side of the rapper, making it one of the night's standout moments.

Ben&Ben x Armi Millare

Another collaboration that captured the night's emotional core was Ben&Ben's surprise performance with former Up Dharma Down vocalist Armi Millare. Together, they delivered a stirring rendition of "Tadhana," transforming the arena into a seemingly massive choir.

SB19 x Bamboo

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Capping off the legendary lineup, P-pop supergroup SB19 was joined by Philippine rock icon Bamboo for an explosive rendition of "Tatsulok." More than a powerful performance, the collaboration underscored how artists can use their platforms to amplify songs with enduring social relevance, delivering a message that resonated just as strongly as the music itself.

All-Star Finale

Perhaps one of the most heartwarming moments of the night came during the finale, when nearly all the artists in the lineup returned to the stage to perform alongside SB19.

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It was a rare sight to see acts from different genres and generations sharing one stage, with Ben&Ben, SunKissed Lola, Skusta Clee, Flow G, ALAMAT, XONARA, KAIA, and G22 all joining in the celebratory performance.