DUMANGAS, ILOILO — Get ready for a night where love meets rock and passion meets power. Your X Boyfriends is all set to take the Haw-as Festival stage, performing right before the country’s beloved headliner, Ben&Ben.
Fronting the band is Emman Abatayo, one of Iloilo’s most treasured artists — a finalist of Pinoy Dream Academy Season 1, where he shared the spotlight with OPM icons like Yeng Constantino and Jay-R Siaboc. Years later, Emman continues to prove that Ilonggo talent
belongs on the national stage.
As the songwriter behind the hit single “Hiling,” a track that resonated deeply with millions of Filipinos nationwide, Emman brings sincerity and fire to the band’s sound — one that blends heartfelt lyrics with the raw grit of alternative rock.
Completing the powerhouse lineup of Your X Boyfriends are:
🥁 Jim Lamigo – Drums
🎸 Melvin Huervana – Bass
🎶 Jin Kilayko – Lead Guitar
🎤 Juan Enriko – Rhythm Guitar
🎹 Frean Casten – Keys
Together, they’ll deliver live performances of “Hiling,” “Magkayakap,” and more tracks that celebrate love, emotion, and truth through pure, unapologetic sound.
“This isn’t just a show — it’s about connection, energy, and bringing real stories to life through music,” says Abatayo.
The band extends its heartfelt thanks to Mayor Braeden John Q. Biron for the invitation and unwavering support for local and national musicians.
Catch Your X Boyfriends live at the Haw-as Festival, Municipality of Dumangas — and be part of a night where love gets loud, and music hits home.
