Southbugs is what happens when emo kids grow up, stay loud, and learn how to do everything themselves.

Based in Dumaguete and officially kicking off in 2023, this 5-piece band blends the bounce of pop punk, the moodiness of alt-rock, and the energy of doing it all DIY. Whether it's heartbreak, self-worth, frustration, or just making sense of the mess of daily life, Southbugs writes about what it means to feel things.

If it's a fun song, it's fast, danceable, and punchy. If it's sad, it's raw and moody. Either way, it's honest.

Their shows are where it really clicks. Southbugs doesn’t just stand and strum — they move, they dance, they sweat, they jump. They don’t just play louder — they try harder. High-energy performances and real connection turn every gig into a shared mess of catharsis and fun.

Behind the scenes, they do it all — writing, recording, producing, planning, promoting — driven by love for the craft and the thrill of building something real. Their sound is rooted in pop punk and alt-rock, shaped by open minds and the urge to keep evolving.

Southbugs is here to make noise that feels personal, alive, and unapologetically fun — music that sticks with you, whether you're dancing, crying, or both.

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