Popolo Music Group Lands 18-Year-Old Breakout Angele Lapp Ahead of Major-Label Scramble

Manila, Philippines - January 10, 2026 - Popolo Music Group (PMG) has officially announced the signing of 18-year-old rising artist Angele Lapp, further solidifying the company’s position as a fast-emerging, artist-first global music label.

The signing comes at a pivotal moment in Angele Lapp’s career. The Cebu-born singer had been steadily gaining attention for her vocal ability, emotional range, and authenticity—momentum that industry observers say was beginning to attract interest from larger record labels. By securing Angele at this stage, Popolo Music Group demonstrated strategic timing and a clear commitment to long-term artist development over short-term hype.

Angele Lapp’s music is characterized by emotionally resonant vocals, contemporary pop melodies, and a youthful sincerity shaped by her grassroots beginnings, positioning her as a compelling new voice with global crossover potential.

“Angele Lapp embodies the kind of talent we believe in—authentic, hardworking, and globally relevant,” said Paul Pooh Lunt, Co-Founder of Popolo Music Group. “At PMG, our focus is not on controlling artists, but on building sustainable careers and giving talent the tools to grow on a global stage.”

The deal reflects a broader shift within the music industry, as emerging artists increasingly seek partnerships that offer creative freedom, transparency, and fair participation in the value they generate. Industry observers note that independent, globally connected labels like PMG are increasingly securing top talent earlier in their careers by offering flexibility and development-driven models rather than traditional major-label structures. While specific contract terms were not disclosed, sources close to the signing describe the agreement as highly favorable and aligned with PMG’s equitable philosophy.

Founded by Paul “Pooh” Lunt and Huong Kim, Popolo Music Group is an independent, global entertainment company focused on discovering and developing K-pop and P-pop (Philippine Pop) artists through worldwide online auditions, structured training, and comprehensive artist development programs. The company works with solo acts, girl groups, and boy bands and maintains operational bases in Manila, Seoul, and Los Angeles.

“Angele has a rare balance of discipline and vulnerability,” said Huong Kim, Co-Founder of Popolo Music Group. “She is at the perfect stage to be developed properly—without being rushed or molded into something artificial.”

Originally from Carcar, Angele Lapp built her early following through consistent online song covers and performances at local festivals across Cebu.

“Coming from Carcar, Cebu, this opportunity means everything to me,” said Angele Lapp. “Popolo Music Group believed in my potential and my vision. I’m excited to learn, grow, and share my music with a much wider audience.”

Angele Lapp is currently undergoing artist development under PMG’s training program, with her first official releases targeted for later this year.

With the addition of Angele Lapp to its roster, Popolo Music Group continues to reinforce its vision of building global pop artists through fairness, discipline, and long-term thinking—signaling a new blueprint for discovering, developing, and sustaining emerging talent.