ONErpm expands into the Philippines as it celebrates 15 years of global growth

ONErpm, a prominent force in the global music industry, celebrates its 15th anniversary with the announcement of its expansion into the Philippines. The milestone reflects the company’s commitment to innovation, as it continues to deliver transformative solutions and sustainable opportunities for artists to thrive in an increasingly dynamic and competitive music market.

Leveraging cutting-edge technology and a distinctive marketing approach tailored to the unique needs of each artist and project, the music company offers comprehensive services that extend far beyond traditional distribution. Today, it continues to provide solutions for creators of all sizes across distribution, full label services, catalogue deals, joint ventures and more.

“We have been able to scale sustainably by consistently innovating, putting in the work and creating healthy win-win scenarios and opportunities for our clients and partners,” said Isaac Miranda, ONErpm Associate Director for Asia. “Our strategy here is to meet artists where they are and build locally with global standards.”

ONErpm’s track record speaks for itself. Entirely self-funded and independent, it has become one of Youtube’s top 5 global music partners, amassing over 25 billion monthly views. With strong performance across Asia, Africa and other high-growth regions, ONErpm is doubling down on its investment in Southeast Asia, with Philippines as a strategic hub.

Strengthening local presence with a new team

As part of the expansion, ONErpm has announced its dedicated team in the Philippines, tasked with driving client development, business strategy, and A&R in the market. The appointment stays truthful to the company’s long-term commitment to nurturing local talent and building infrastructure that supports sustainable growth, all while maintaining an independent, creator-focused mindset.

• Clark Cunanan, Senior Business Development Manager

A seasoned professional with experience at The Orchard Philippines and Universal Music Group, Cunanan brings a strong background in artist marketing, music production, and distribution.

He previously served as the Senior Label and Marketing Manager at The Orchard Philippines, Sony Music’s distribution arm, where he worked with both major and emerging labels to grow their artists’ digital reach. A Music Business Management graduate, Clark began his career in A&R at Universal Music Group Philippines before becoming a touring and session musician, performing with Juan Karlos, dwta, syd hartha, and Benj Pangilinan. He also shares his expertise as a college instructor in music production at MINT College.

With a solid foundation in the industry and reputable experience, Clark continues to bridge creativity and strategy to help Filipino artists build their presence and connect with audiences worldwide under ONErpm.

• Alyssa “Pebs” Pe Benito, Marketing Manager

With over a decade of experience in the music industry, Pebs has led successful campaigns that delivered viral hits and charting records. She has built a dynamic career spanning marketing, live events, artist development & management, and new business ventures. Beginning in the indie scene, she launched passion projects and created initiatives that helped grow emerging talents and laid the foundation for her career. This grassroots journey led her to a major label, where she focused on artist marketing and strategy spearheading campaigns that translated into impactful artist growth.

Drawing from her background in marketing and advertising, coupled with an entrepreneurial spirit and creative vision, she continues to bridge artistry with innovation by developing campaigns that resonate with audiences, empower artists, and drive success in today’s ever-evolving music landscape.

• Presh Ong, Business Development and A&R Representative

Widely recognized as “DJ Alice” from her decade-long tenure on Wish 107.5’s The Roadshow, Ong brings over 11 years of industry expertise in artist relations. This celebrated tenure as a broadcaster cultivated an extensive professional network, hands-on music industry knowledge, and deep industry credibility. This foundation propelled her to a leadership role at independent record label, Radical Music, where she was instrumental in driving two viral hits between October 2024 and May 2025.

Since joining ONErpm in June 2025 as a Business Development and A&R Representative, Presh has been passionately focused on discovering new talent and empowering artists. Her mission-driven approach to artist advocacy aims to foster a more supportive industry, directly aligning with ONErpm’s vision of becoming a “record label of the future.” Presh’s unique ability to blend her on-air charisma and strong relationships with artists with her strategic business acumen helps in significantly strengthening the company’s position in the Philippine music market.

• Louie Tamon, Project Manager

Prior to joining ONErpm, Louie gained industry experience at Wish 107.5 and KDR Music House, building a strong background in music distribution and artist relations. Currently, Louie oversees artist onboarding and provides support to artists and labels on backend operations, ensuring a seamless experience on the platform. He also leads in pitching releases to digital streaming platforms (DSPs).

A Record Label of the Future

Miranda believes that with the newly revamped team, ONErpm is ready to meet artists where they are and build locally with global standards.

“The Philippines already has the talent pool, a passionate music scene, and strong export potential, which allows us to add considerable value through flexible deal structures, transparency, incredible local personnel, and our tech stack,” Isaac Miranda added. “Our goal is to provide global reach with local execution. We have A&R, marketing, and partnerships teams staffed locally, but backed by a platform and network that already moves hits across continents.”

By redefining what it means to be a record label, ONErpm aims to deliver growth-driven strategies, holistic support, and scalable opportunities for creators across every stage of their careers. The company’s expansion into the Philippines is both a celebration of its 15th year journey and a bold step toward shaping the future of music in Southeast Asia.