G22 (Filipino girl group)

G22 is a three-member Filipino girl group formed in 2022 by Cornerstone Entertainment. The group is composed of AJ, Alfea, and Jaz.[1]

For other uses, see G22.
G22
OriginQuezon City, Philippines
GenresP-pop
Years active2022 (2022)–present
Labels
Members
  • AJ
  • Alfea
  • Jaz
Past membersBianca
Websiteyoutube.com/@g22official

History

2022–2023: Formation and Domestic Success

In February 2022, Cornerstone Entertainment launched a Pinoy pop girl group originally composed of four members, AJ Yape, Alfea Zulueta, Bianca Forro, and Jaz Henry, The group name G22 which was derived from Glock 22, a semi-automatic pistol in which connected with the debut single, Bang!.[1] In April 2022, The group has made their first live performance at the inaugural PPOPCON at Araneta Coliseum as an opening act performer.[2] In December 2022, the group released a single Takin' Over as an official theme song of Mutya ng Pilipinas 2022.[3]

In September 2023, Cornerstone announced that Bianca will be leaving the group due to personal and family reasons. [4]

Also in the same month, G22 released a rendition of musical artist Dionela's Musika as a trio after departure of Bianca.[5]

In November 2023, G22 released a single Loka as an official theme song of a horror film Shake, Rattle & Roll Extreme.[6]

2024–present: international success

In April 2024, G22 guested the Chinese reality show Show It All hosted by Lay Zhang of Exo, showcasing performances of "Babalik" and "Boomerang" alongside fellow P-pop girl group Bini.[7]

Members
  • AJ - leader, rapper & vocalist
  • Alfea - vocalist & dancer
  • Jaz - vocalist

Discography
List of singles showing year released and album name
Title Year Album Label Ref.
"Bang" 2022 Non-album single CS Music [1]
"Babalik" [8]
"Defy" [9]
"Takin' Over" Republic Records Philippines
(UMG Philippines)		 [3]
"Boomerang" 2023 [10]
"Musika" [5]
"Loka" [6]
"One Sided Love" 2024 [11]
"I Hate Boys"

Concerts
Showcase
Event NameDatesVenueLocationRef.
Locked and LoadedFebruary 25, 2024Eton CentrisQuezon City[12]
Fantopia Summer LiveApril 26, 2024[lower-alpha 1]Skydome, SM North EDSAQuezon City[13]
Concert participations
Event NameDatesVenueLocationRef.
2022 PPOPCONApril 10, 2022Araneta ColiseumQuezon City[2]
Tugatog: Filipino Music FestivalJuly 15, 2022Mall of Asia ArenaPasay[14]
POPstival 2022October 21, 2022CCP ComplexPasay[15]
Enhypen: Fun Meet in ManilaDecember 3, 2022Araneta ColiseumQuezon City[16]
Kpop Overpass ConcertJune 11, 2023Araneta ColiseumQuezon City[17]
2023 PPOPCONJuly 16, 2023Araneta ColiseumQuezon City[18]
2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup Draw FestivalApril 29, 2023Uptown MallTaguig[19]
Truth FestivalAugust 20, 2023Quezon Memorial CircleQuezon City[20]
Masskara Festival 2023October 19, 2023Lacson DriveBacolod[21]
Sinulog Festival 2024January 20–21, 2024SRP GroundsCebu City[22]
Dinagyang Festival 2024January 27–28, 2024Valeria St.Iloilo City[23]
Pride PH Festival 2024: Love Laban 2 Everyone[lower-alpha 2]June 22, 2024Quezon Memorial CircleQuezon City[24]

Awards and nominations
Year Award(s) Category Nominated Work Result Refs.
2022 TikTok Awards Philippines PPOP Group of the Year G22 Nominated [25]
Asia Pinnacle Awards Rising P-pop Group of the Year Won [26]
2023 Saludo Excellence Awards PPOP Group of the Year Won [26]
Nylon Manila Big Bold Brave Awards Favorite Rookie P-Pop Group Nominated [27]
PPOP Awards Top Female Visual of the Year Alfea Won [28]

Notes
  1. Cancelled due to producer's failure to fulfill contract obligations
  2. Performance cancelled due to inclement weather

References
  1. Pagulong, Charmie Joy (March 22, 2022). "P-pop group G22 shows girl power in debut". Philippine Star. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  2. Abad, Ysa (March 8, 2022). "2022 PPOPCON promises to give fans the 'time of their lives'". Rappler. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  3. "G22 takes over with release of Mutya ng Pilipinas theme song 'Takin' Over'". Manila Bulletin. December 11, 2022. Retrieved May 13, 2024.
  4. @cornerstone_ofc (September 15, 2023). "ANNOUNCEMENT RE: G22" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  5. "P-Pop girl group G22 marks new era as a trio with 'Musika'". Cornerstone Entertainment. September 25, 2023. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  6. Deala, Joanna (November 26, 2023). "P-pop group G22 bares true feelings in new song 'Loka'". Republic Asia. Retrieved May 13, 2024.
  7. Llemit, Kathleen (April 27, 2024). "P-pop groups BINI, G22 shine on Chinese idol show". Philippine Star. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  8. Domingo, Danielle (May 20, 2022). "G22 Follows Up Debut Single with New Track, "Babalik"". Myx. Retrieved May 13, 2024.
  9. "G22's "Defy" is empowering alpha ladies everywhere". BusinessMirror. October 17, 2022. Retrieved May 13, 2024.
  10. "PPop's female alphas, G22, return with explosive single "Boomerang" for their first anniversary". Cornerstone Entertainment. February 24, 2023. Retrieved May 13, 2024.
  11. Adriatico, Abigail (April 28, 2024). "P-pop girl group G22 releases MV for 'One Sided Love'". Manila Standard. Retrieved May 13, 2024.
  12. Fernandez, Mikoy (February 27, 2024). "G22 celebrates 2nd anniversary". Cornerstone Entertainment. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  13. Rebaño, Christian (April 10, 2024). "Get Ready to Groove: Fantopia Summer Live 2024". Wazzup PH. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  14. "Tugatog fest: MNL48, BINI, BGYO to perform at MOA Arena". ABS-CBN News. April 13, 2022. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  15. Bernardo, Jaehwa (August 28, 2022). "The K-pop acts coming to Manila for Popstival 2022". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  16. Basbas, Franchesca (October 10, 2022). "ENHYPEN to hold "fun meet" in Manila this December". Bandwagon Asia. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  17. Hicap, Jonathan (June 15, 2023). "'Overpass' concert in Manila: A fun night with K-pop idols Baekhyun, B.I, Jeon Somi". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  18. "Heads up, P-pop fans! 2023 PPOPCON is slated in March". ABS-CBN News. January 31, 2023. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  19. Lebya, Olmin (April 21, 2023). "Stage set for World Cup Draw Festival". Philippine Star. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  20. Filoteo, Marielle (August 21, 2023). "The Truth Festival 2023 puts OPM at the forefront". Philippine Star. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  21. Titong, Reymun (October 5, 2023). "MassKara 2023 grand countdown salubong set midnight of October 6". Rappler. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
  22. "Geared up for Sinulog 2024! See you, Cebu!". G22. January 16, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024 – via Facebook.
  23. "Our first Dinagyang experience and we're so excited to come back already! Thank you Iloilo!". G22. January 27, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024 – via Facebook.
  24. Ranara, John Patrick (May 31, 2024). "Vice Ganda, BINI, Marina Summers, and more to perform at Pride PH's 'Love Laban' 2024 festival". Philippine Star Life. Retrieved May 31, 2024.
  25. "TikTok PH Awards 2022: SB19, BINI, BGYO, MNL48 win TikTok PPOP Group of the Year". Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  26. "Bullets! Grabe! It still feels surreal!". G22. October 20, 2022. Retrieved May 10, 2024 – via Facebook.
  27. "HERE ARE THE NOMINEES FOR BIG, BOLD, BRAVE AWARDS: WE'RE H3RE". Nylon Ma ila. Retrieved May 16, 2024.
  28. Hicap, Jonathan (December 2, 2023). "Complete list of winners at the 8th Philippine Pop-PPOP Awards". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved May 8, 2024.
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