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Xonara | |
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| Origin | Manila, Philippines |
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| Years active | 2026–present |
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Xonara (stylized in all caps) is a Filipino girl group formed in 2024 by 1Z Entertainment. The group is composed of seven members: Eurekah, Ella, Dominique, Tin, Megumi, Lei, and Namie.
The group officially debuted on May 15, 2026, and is the first girl group under 1Z Entertainment.[1][2]
History
[edit]Formation and development (2024–2025)
[edit]The formation of Xonara began in 2024 when 1Z Entertainment initiated auditions and talent searches to develop its first girl group.[3]
The project formed part of the company's expansion of its artists roster and contribute to the growth of Filipino pop music locally and internationally.[4]
Introduction and debut (2026–present)
[edit]The seven-member group first gained public attention after performing on April 18, 2026, at SB19's Wakas at Simula: Trilogy Concert [5] with their debut single "Tabi", which was described as pop, rock, and hip-hop,[6] at the SMDC Festival Grounds in Parañaque.[7] They also appeared at the Aurora Music Festival 2026 prior to debut.[8]
Xonara officially debuted on May 15, 2026, with the release of their first single, "Tabi", under 1Z Entertainment, in partnership with UMG Philippines and Republic Records.[9]
The group officially launched their debut era through an event titled Xonara's World, held a day later along Escolta Street in Manila.[10] The launch event featured live performances, fan interactions, and promotional activities connected to the release of "Tabi".[9]
In June 2026, Xonara was recognized as part of the Billboard Philippines: P-pop Class of 2026.[11]
Members
[edit]- Eurekah
- Ella
- Dominique
- Tin
- Megumi
- Lei
- Namie
Discography
[edit]Singles
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHL [a] | ||||
| "Tabi" | 2026 | — | Non-album single | [2] |
Notes
[edit]- ↑ Peak chart positions for songs on the Philippines Hot 100 charts
References
[edit]- ↑ "1Z Entertainment launches new girl group XONARA at SB19 concert". Manila Standard. April 19, 2026. Retrieved May 9, 2026.
- 1 2 Mallorca, Hannah. "1Z Entertainment's new girl group XONARA to bring new flavor to P-pop". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved May 9, 2026.
- ↑ Mallorca, Hannah (January 11, 2026). "SB19's 1Z Entertainment opens auditions for male, female trainees". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved May 9, 2026.
- ↑ "Who Is XONARA, 1Z Entertainment's First-Ever Girl Group?". MEGA. 2026. Retrieved May 5, 2026.
- ↑ Singh, Paulina (April 23, 2026). "SB19's Company Unveils New P-Pop Girl Group "Xonara"". Preview. Retrieved April 25, 2026.
- ↑ Bautista, Rafael (April 22, 2026). "Who is Xonara, 1Z Entertainment's First-Ever Girl Group". Mega. Archived from the original on April 30, 2026. Retrieved April 25, 2026.
- ↑ "New P-pop Girl Group Xonara To Debut Under 1Z Entertainment". Billboard Philippines. May 2026. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
- ↑ Manuel, Andrea (May 4, 2026). "XONARA To Debut Their First Single "TABI" This May". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
- 1 2 Manuel, Andrea (May 15, 2026). "XONARA Debut With Explosive New Single "TABI"". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
- ↑ Pangan, Audrey Denise (May 21, 2026). "SB19's 1Z Entertainment finally debuts first girl group XONARA". The Philippine Star. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
- ↑ Regis, Ralph (June 15, 2026). "Billboard Philippines' P-pop Class of 2026". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved June 22, 2026.