The Rest Is Noise (TRIN), a music curation and events production outfit based in the Philippines, will celebrate its 10th anniversary with the return of All Of The Noise 2025. The two-day live music and culture event will take place at Astbury Makati from April 4-5, 2025.
With a focus on music discovery, cross-cultural dialogue, and creative networking, this year’s edition aims to champion the diverse music communities in the Philippines and Asia while promising an unforgettable experience for artists, fans, and industry professionals alike.
All Of The Noise 2025 expands on its 2019 programming, offering multi-format activities, including music-themed documentary screenings, panel discussions, and keynote presentations in the morning and afternoon, followed by a live music showcase each evening. The event will highlight critically acclaimed and up-and-coming musicians from the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Indonesia, as well as a special exhibit presenting the work of Karen De La Fuente, a prominent music photographer based in Manila.
“As we celebrate 10 years of The Rest Is Noise, we wanted to highlight what helped us reach this milestone in the first place—our community,” says MC Galang, co-founder and creative director of TRIN. “It started here at home, with the belief, support, and collaboration of music artists who were at the forefront of the events we’ve put together over the years. But even early on, I think we instinctively sought out people beyond Metro Manila who were doing the same thing we were doing. We first connected with Visayas and Mindanao, then eventually expanded to Southeast Asia, the rest of Asia, and the world.”
Originally conceived as a year-end, mid-sized music festival, the third iteration of All Of The Noise expands on its 2019 multi-format programming, refining TRIN’s brand of curation by importing Asian indie acts and laying the groundwork for exporting Filipino music talent through its role as co-founder, producer, and programmer of the intraregional AXEAN Festival.
Galang adds, “This year’s programming, I think, is the best we’ve conceptualized so far. I wouldn’t say it was the easiest, but it was a natural progression and a reflection of our individual and collective careers. The live music program remains a crucial centerpiece of any production we do, championing exciting newcomers and established indie acts who have showcased their talents abroad, as well as exceptional musicians from Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia.”
Live Music Programming
The live music showcase will feature co-headlining performances from Taiwanese soft-rock band The Chairs, Thai alt-pop band KIKI, Singaporean hip-hop artist San The Wordsmith, and Indonesian experimental electronic act Logic Lost.
Joining them on stage will be the Philippines’ very own ena mori, SOS, Pedicab, Waiian, and obese.dogma777.
The event will also spotlight Cebu-based artists Mandaue Nights and IIICCCYYY, along with the debut of Paul Yap (UDD) and Mario Consunji (Musical O)’s collaborative project, Double Shy.
Additional performers include Cheeky Things, Pette Shabu, Pixie Labrador, SVATG, and Fashion Island.
Music Conference
All Of The Noise brings back the conference program, Cut Through The Noise, expanded from its 2019 edition. This year’s multi-format summit will feature dynamic panel discussions and keynote presentations exploring key topics relevant to the local and regional music scene, providing a platform for diverse voices from niche music communities.
Each panel will have a moderator and resource speakers who will discuss their respective topics, offering insights and expert opinions. Panelists and speakers will be announced in the coming days.
Topics include:
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Bisdak! VisMin Music Community and Decentralizing OPM Narratives & Opportunities (April 4)
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Music Showcase & Creative Industry Development: A Career-Building Guide (April 4)
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Empowering Queer Visibility and Imagery in Pinoy Music (April 5)
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Brash Maximalism: ‘Budots’ and the Global Future of Pinoy Electronic Music (April 5)
Music-Themed Documentary Screenings
For the first time, AOTN will feature screenings of two multi-awarded documentaries:
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Budots: The Craze by Jay Rosas and Mark Limbaga (April 4)
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Jingle Lang Ang Pahina by Chuck Escasa (April 5)
These films tackle the early rise of budots, the grassroots electronic music movement that started in Davao City, and the legacy of Jingle magazine, one of the pioneering music publications in the Philippines.
Following the screenings, the filmmakers will participate in a talkback session, giving attendees the opportunity to engage with them.
Exhibit
A key highlight of the event will be an exhibit featuring the work of Karen De La Fuente, a renowned photographer known for capturing some of the most iconic Filipino musicians in their most vulnerable and exhilarating moments on stage.
De La Fuente is the former creative director of Ben&Ben and has worked with some of the most influential music acts and entertainers of the past decade.
Community Partnership and Support
All Of The Noise 2025 is co-presented by Astbury Makati, an independent culture hub and private members’ club where the creative, cerebral, and social shift the status quo, and Symphonic Distribution, one of the leading independent music distribution and marketing companies in the industry.
Guji Lorenzana, Asia Territory Manager, A&R Business Development of Symphonic Distribution, expresses the company’s commitment to empowering independent artists and fostering diverse voices in the music industry. “While we expand into Asia, we aim to bring our global experience, personalized support, and cutting-edge solutions to local artists and labels. We believe in the power of collaboration and are excited to work alongside AOTN to celebrate diverse voices and movements in music.”
Karen Gil-Velasco, Chief Operating Officer of The Astbury, also shares her excitement to co-host All Of The Noise 2025 at their Poblacion location.
“The combination of panel discussions, documentary screenings, exhibits, and live music—which is so diverse and representative of many genres and fans—is a great way to celebrate such a significant milestone. These are the types of shows we love hosting at the club—informative, thought-provoking, and, of course, an amazing experience with so many talented people in one space.”
Velasco adds, “The Astbury always seeks to support independent culture and creativity. With a variety of versatile spaces, from our cozy Café for intimate panel discussions to our underground Gallery as the backdrop for live music, we’re able to help bring AOTN’s vision of a festival to life, celebrating groundbreaking local and international musical expression.”
All Of The Noise 2025 is also supported by international and local community partners AXEAN Festival, SRM, Filla Killa, Coast2Coast, GNN, Nyou, Winery PH, and Guevarra’s.
Ticket Details
Tickets are available at https://bit.ly/aotn2025 with the following packages:
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PHP 800 – Day 1 (April 4), inclusive of all programs
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PHP 800 – Day 2 (April 5), inclusive of all programs
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PHP 1,400 – 2-Day pass (April 4 & 5), inclusive of all programs
