ZDD, Illenium, bbno$ and more to light up COVE Okada
Andfriends Festival Manila is set to take over COVE Okada on May 30 and 31, 2025. Now less than a week away, the two-day celebration promises a heavyweight mix of global talent, rising stars, and high-energy pop culture moments. If you’re anywhere near Manila, this one belongs on your radar.
The atmosphere? High-octane and hyper-curated. The sound? Everything from future bass to leftfield hip-hop. This isn’t your standard beachside rave — it’s a full-scale, genre-fluid experience designed for fans who crave more than just a headline DJ drop. With multiple artists spanning two stacked days, Andfriends is here to reshape what a Manila music festival can be.
Friday’s lineup: ZDD leads the charge
Friday, May 30 launches with a hard-hitting slate of artists, headlined by ZDD. Known for expansive sets that pull from trap, EDM, and experimental pop, ZDD’s performances are less about pacing and more about ignition. Expect big visuals, plenty of heat, and a lot of movement in the crowd.
Adding edge to the night is Buro Trash, stepping in as a special guest. They’re one of the wildcards in this year’s lineup — glitchy, unpredictable, and beloved by those who live deep in the SoundCloud trenches. It’s the kind of booking that separates a standard event from one that knows where music’s going.
Friday’s lineup also features a heavy local-meets-global flavor:
- Fairlane
- Siangyoo
- Hoang
- BOTC / ASH
- Kiana
- NOAHJ
Each name brings their own pocket of sound, from future pop to deep house. It’s a deliberate mosaic — no filler, no fluff, just acts meant to keep the vibe sharp and kinetic.
Saturday goes bigger: Illenium and bbno$ top the bill
Saturday, May 31 doesn’t ease off the throttle. This time it’s Illenium taking the headline slot, bringing his globally adored brand of melodic bass to the Manila coast. Known for emotionally charged, cinematic sets, Illenium will likely deliver one of the weekend’s most anthemic moments.
Joining him is bbno$, the irreverent, high-speed rapper who’s become a staple of both internet culture and international stages. bbno$ is unpredictable — one minute flexing on a lo-fi banger, the next surfing across a crowd to hyperpop-infused drops. Together, Illenium and bbno$ offer a dynamic one-two punch to round out the fest.
Saturday also brings a fresh round of standouts:
- Orange Juice Asia
- Jeonghyeon Koh
- AVSE Hoang
- Ylona Garcia
- Kiyo
- Amiel So
From Korean electro to Filipino R&B to late-night vocal sets, this day pulls deep into Asia’s rising scenes. It’s a lineup that nods to both global relevance and regional firepower.
Where it’s all happening: COVE Okada
Andfriends Festival isn’t just about who’s on stage — it’s about where it all goes down. Hosted inside COVE Manila at Okada, this is one of Southeast Asia’s most striking venues. Part beach club, part stadium, part nightclub, COVE turns every show into something cinematic. Huge LED walls. Curved, domed ceilings. A poolside setup that feels more like Ibiza than Metro Manila.
The space gives the festival a distinct feel — it’s contained but immersive. You’re in the thick of it, surrounded by lights, fans, and music with zero dead corners. Whether you’re front and center or posted at the back bar, you’ll feel the full weight of every drop and hook.
More than music: the pop culture pull
This isn’t just a music festival. Andfriends positions itself as a full-on pop culture event — a two-day flashpoint where music collides with community, fashion, art, and digital culture. Expect interactive installations, curated experiences, and surprise collaborations. It’s built for people who live online and show up IRL.
The crowd will be diverse. Influencers, fans, first-timers, club kids, creatives. What unites them? Energy. Expect a sea of streetwear, LED nails, film cameras, and unfiltered excitement. It’s an event that feels new, even if you’ve been going to festivals for years.
Travel, tickets, and staying updated
If you’re flying in, Ninoy Aquino International Airport is less than 30 minutes from the venue. Hotels near Okada are plentiful but in high demand, so now’s the time to lock something down.
General admission and VIP tickets are moving fast. Final waves of sales and last-minute drops are happening through the official website at andfriends.live and via their Instagram at @AndFriends2025. All updates, schedules, and surprise announcements will be posted there.
No camping, no downtime. Just two days of nonstop music and connection.
Final words on Andfriends Festival Manila
The Andfriends Festival Manila 2025 lineup revealed a lot more than names on a poster — it showed intent. This festival isn’t playing catch-up with bigger markets. It’s carving its own lane. From ZDD and Buro Trash to Illenium and bbno$, the curation leans wide, wild, and current. Whether you’re there for the drops, the visuals, or the moments between sets, Andfriends is shaping up to be a cornerstone of the Southeast Asian festival calendar.
It kicks off May 30. Manila’s ready. Are you?
Official Website https://www.andfriends.live/
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