Filipino music icon and fan favorite Moonstar88 officially signed a contract with EMI Records Philippines today, April 20, 2026, marking a significant new chapter in their long standing music career. Prior to this signing, Moonstar88, under the management of Soupstar Music, has been independent for quite some time. Their past several releases were mainly through distribution partnerships, making this official return to a major label a significant move for the band.
Under this new partnership with EMI, the band’s signing comes with big news for fans. Moonstar88 is set to release a full-length album featuring a total of 13 songs, this is their most expansive release in their career history. The first single, titled “GOMA,” is scheduled to drop on May 27, 2026, followed by a second single in July 2026.
Despite the changing landscape of the music industry, Moonstar88 continues to remain highly relevant and widely appreciated across generations of listeners. Their continued presence in the music scene proves that they are a generation spanning Filipino band, keeping their position as one of the most respected and well-loved bands in the Philippines today.
