Earl Agustin

Earl Agustin is a Filipino singer-songwriter. He was discovered in 2021 following his appearance in a '' Coke Studio'' special, which led to his signing with Vicor Music. In February 2023, he released his debut single under the record label, "Dalangin", which was followed with the release of " Tibok" that same year.

In 2024, Agustin released "Dito Sa'kin" and "Aya". Both singles were followed up by "Pag-Ibig ng Ikaw at Ako" in 2025, when "Tibok" also gained significant attention after being featured in the Philippine television series, ''Ang Mutya ng Section E'', leading to the track going viral on social media. This surge in popularity contributed to its success on record charts, peaking atop the Philippines Hot 100, Top Philippine Songs, and Official Philippines Chart and reaching the ''Billboard'' Global Excl. US.

Early life and education

Agustin was born and raised in Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental. He found his passion for music at the age of 14, playing slow rock songs by Eric Clapton and Scorpions. He was also a member in acapella groups in Ozamiz City National High School and La Salle University – Ozamiz during his senior high school and college years.

Career

Agustin's career in music began with the release of his independently-produced song "Tapos Na" in 2021. During an appearance on a ''Coke Studio'' special in 2021, his performance caught the attention of a Vicor Music A&R executive, and although he had already released a single independently, this exposure led to his signing with Vicor Music. Following his discovery, Agustin made his official label debut in February 2023 with the single "Dalangin", which introduced his signature blend of R&B and vintage soul sounds to a broader audience, with initial listeners comparing his vocal style to that of fellow singer Arthur Nery. Later that same year, he continued to build his profile with the release of "Tibok", further establishing his place in the Filipino music scene.

In 2025, Agustin experienced significant breakthroughs. Although "Tibok" was released in 2023, its feature in the Philippine television series ''Ang Mutya ng Section E'' contributed to its viral success on social media and led to notable chart debuts. In late–March, the track entered on two ''Billboard Philippines'' record charts, Philippines Hot 100 at number nine and the Top Philippine Songs at number five, while also debuting at number five on the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry's Official Philippines Chart. The following week, "Tibok" reached atop on all three charts as well as opening at number 144 on ''Billboard'' Global Excl. US. In the same month, Agustin released the single "Pag-Ibig ng Ikaw at Ako", which presents a love story and features '80s synth elements, blending influences from past decades with modern production techniques. "Pag-Ibig ng Ikaw at Ako" served as a follow-up to his previous singles "Aya" (2024) and "Dito Sa'kin" (2024).

Influences and musical style

Earl has cited VST & Company and Apo Hiking Society, as well as the musical duo Silk Sonic as key influences on his music. He has expressed a particular affinity for the Manila Sound and the musical styles of the 1970s and 1980s. Drawing from these influences, Earl wrote "Tibok" in 2023, inspired by personal experiences. He has stated that the song was written as an emotional response to being ghosted, channeling his feelings into music.

Discography

Studio albums

Singles

Soundtrack appearances

References

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Date of birth missing (living people)
20th-century Filipino male singers
Vicor Music artists
Filipino singer-songwriters
Filipino male pop singers
Filipino contemporary R&B singers
Year of birth missing (living people)
Living people