Manila, Philippines — The New Hue Video Music Awards 2025 wasn’t just another night on the scene—it was a statement. Held at XYLO on July 27, the event transformed the monochrome aesthetic into a vibrant celebration of artistry. With the theme “Straight Out of Monochrome,” this year’s NHVMA flipped the script, putting raw emotion, real stories, and bold sonic contrasts center stage.
But this year’s show wasn’t only powered by music—it was also supercharged by HONOR Philippines. As the official partner, HONOR used the event to unveil the HONOR 400 Pro 5G, capturing every flash of brilliance with its groundbreaking 200MP Super-Sensing AI Camera System.
A Lineup That Spoke Louder Than Words
From the moment the stage lit up, it was clear: the artists weren’t here to play safe.
- –Alex Bruce dropped bars full of grit and power.
- -Amiel Sol offered a lush sonic escape.
- -Nameless Kids and DWTA turned raw truths into anthems.
- -One Click Straight energized with wave rock.
- -Jolianne went deep with acoustic soul.
- -GABBA shredded with artistic chaos.
- -PLAYERTWO blurred the lines of genre.
- -G22 came in with bold, commanding femininity.
- -Philia owned the stage with unapologetic energy.
Each act became a brushstroke in a massive mural of what Filipino music is—and what it’s becoming.
And the Cube Goes To…
Beyond the music, the awards themselves celebrated evolution and bold identity:
- –Female Artist of the Year: Illest Morena — fierce and fresh
- –Male Artist of the Year: Maki — emotionally resonant
- –Group Artist of the Year: BINI — polished and powerful
- –New Artist of the Year: DWTA — unfiltered brilliance
- –Hip-hop Artist of the Year: Hev Abi — lyrical dynamite
- -Indie Artist of the Year: Over October — honest and grounded
- -Vocalists of the Year: Gian & Rapha (Cup of Joe) — seamless harmony
- -DJ of the Year: Dara Carmina — mixing emotions and rhythm
- -Guitarist of the Year: GABBA — storytelling through strings
- -Keyboardist of the Year: Choi Padilla (Adie) — ambient architect
- -Drummer of the Year: Tim Marquez (One Click Straight) — heartbeat of the set
- -Bassist of the Year: Agnes Reoma (Ben&Ben) — subtle but seismic
- -Song of the Year: “Dilaw” by Maki — emotionally addictive
- -Album of the Year: Method Adaptor by Ely Buendia — legacy with a twist
- -EP of the Year: Apat na Buwan by Janine Teñoso — raw and revealing
- -Collab of the Year: “Sining” – Dionela x Jay-R — soul meets flow
- -Concert of the Year: Grand BINIverse — a stellar girl-powered spectacle
- –Music Video of the Year: “Lia” by Zild — haunting and poetic
Every win echoed the spirit of OPM’s transformation—authentic, boundary-pushing, and proudly Filipino.
HONOR 400 Pro 5G: Capturing Culture in Clarity
Taking the spotlight alongside the artists was the HONOR 400 Pro 5G. Launched live at NHVMA 2025, it wasn’t just part of the show—it documented it in stunning quality. Armed with a 200MP AI camera, Sony IMX856 sensor, and AI-powered telephoto up to 50× zoom, the phone delivered jaw-dropping close-ups, performance shots, and crowd energy in real-time.
Whether it was the emotion in a solo set or the explosion of color in group numbers, the Honor 400 Pro 5G didn’t miss a beat—proving it’s not just built for daily moments, but for moments that define a generation.
Voices That Anchored the Night
Legends and rising icons took the mic as presenters. Ebe Dancel, Zel Bautista, and members of Sponge Cola and Ben&Ben shared the stage with disruptive new voices like Dilaw, Angela Ken, August Wahh, MRLD, and Illest Morena. Media personalities like Sam YG and more rounded out the roster, turning award-giving into storytelling.
A Movement, Not Just a Moment
The 2025 NHVMA was more than an event—it was a cultural force, fueled by:
- Sponsors: HONOR Philippines, KFC, SASkin, Condition Philippines
- Creative Allies: UIC, JB Music, JC Media, The Archives Booth, Sound Solutions, KNYA Collective, Stream It Media
- Media Platforms: Spotify, PH Klasik, Midnight Rebels, One Music PH, Manila Concert Scene, DBTV, Magic 89.9
They didn’t just support the event—they amplified its purpose.
