ILOILO, Philippines, September 25, 2026 — LG Electronics Philippines brought music, movement and local talent together as LG xboom IDOL 2026 made its Iloilo stop at Festive Walk Iloilo, giving aspiring Filipino singers and dancers a platform to showcase their skills in front of the local community. The Iloilo leg welcomed 14 registrants, with 11 semi-finalists advancing to the competition. Seven semi-finalists also came together for the opening production number, setting an energetic tone for a day celebrating music, performance and local talent.
Iloilo Talent Takes Center Stage
More than a competition, LG xboom IDOL 2026 gave emerging performers an opportunity to step onto the stage, connect with an audience and share their talent through music and dance.
After a series of performances, Idel Siaotong Navarro of Banate, Mark Anthony Layson of Bacolod and Jayne Raizel T. Sajulla of Molo emerged as the competition’s Top 3 finalists.
Following the final performances, Jayne Raizel T. Sajulla was named the Iloilo winner and Grand Finalist, earning an average score of 95.98 percent and securing her place in the next stage of the competition.
Winners Bring Home LG xboom Prizes
The competition brought added excitement through prizes designed to keep the music going beyond the stage. As part of the elimination-round prize mechanics, standout performers received an LG xboom Stage 501 with Php 5,000 in cash, while other selected performers took home an LG xboom Mini with Php 2,000 in cash. These same elimination-round prizes were also featured in the previously approved LG xboom IDOL releases for Tagbilaran, Davao, and Subic.
The journey to the national finals brings even bigger rewards. The 5th place winner will receive Php 10,000 and a 50-inch LG Nano UHD 4K Smart TV. The 3rd and 4th place winners will each receive Php 20,000 and a 50-inch LG Nano UHD 4K Smart TV, while the 2nd place winner will take home Php 50,000 and a 55-inch LG Nano UHD 4K Smart TV. The 1st place winner will receive Php 100,000 and a trip for two to Seoul, South Korea.
A Stage Built for Big Voices and Bigger Moments
At the heart of the LG xboom IDOL experience is the LG xboom Stage 501, a portable Bluetooth party speaker built around interactive, shared music experiences.
Its AI Karaoke Master can transform virtually any song into a karaoke track in real time without requiring dedicated karaoke tracks. Built-in AI Vocal Remover and Key Changer let users adjust vocals and pitch directly on the speaker or through the companion app, making it easier to turn everyday listening into a karaoke experience.
The LG xboom Stage 501 delivers up to 220 watts of output when plugged in and up to 160 watts on battery, along with up to 25 hours of battery life. Sound tuned by will.i.am, together with AI Sound and Space Calibration Pro, helps optimize audio based on the content and surrounding environment.
Its combination of powerful sound, AI-powered karaoke and long playtime makes the LG xboom Stage 501 a natural fit for karaoke nights, performances, parties and other music-led gatherings. LG positions the Stage 501 as the ideal party speaker for social gatherings, featuring AI Karaoke Master, Vocal Remover and Key Changer, up to 25 hours of playtime, and xboom Signature Sound by will.i.am.
Celebrating Music and Community
“Through LG xboom IDOL, we want to create more opportunities for aspiring performers to be seen, heard, and celebrated,” said Yongwoo Park, Media Solutions Product Director, LG Electronics Philippines. “It’s our way of bringing people closer to music while showing how LG xboom can make every performance feel more alive, more shared, and more memorable.” The Iloilo program was hosted by Ayumi Cassandra Zerrudo, with Matthew Edward Tiu, Monica Dipad and AG Constantino serving as judges.
Adding to the celebration, the SALOG Dance Troupe delivered a special intermission performance. Event attendees also had the opportunity to take part in the festivities through a raffle, with 10 LG xboom Minis given away during the program.
LG xboom IDOL 2026 Heads to Manila
LG xboom IDOL 2026 is set to conclude on November 7 at the SM MOA Music Hall, giving more aspiring singers and dancers the opportunity to step into the spotlight. Through LG xboom IDOL 2026, LG Electronics Philippines continues to bring its sound experience closer to Filipino music fans while creating opportunities for emerging performers to showcase their talents, foster community connections, and bring people together through music and shared experiences.