japo is a Filipino artist, making waves in the music scene since 2018. His journey began on SoundCloud, where he released 4 EPs from 2019 to 2020 - "Heartbreak July," "Trapped Bars EP," "Ephemeral," and "Stoked." japo's music is known for being experimental, with influences drawn from south Florida rappers, such as Denzel Curry and Ski Mask The Slump God. Not just a rapper, he's a multifaceted artist, producing beats and skillfully mixing his own creations. In 2022, he took a step forward and released his first studio album Love and Desolation on Spotify, captivating listeners with his unique sound. His latest release, a 5-track EP titled "AWAO," showcases his ever-evolving style and artistic growth. Currently, they are part of the renowned collective, CALLE IV , a hip-hop group hailing from Partido. They've had the incredible opportunity to front act for notable artists like Al James , Ben&Ben , and The Itchyworms , further cementing their presence in the music scene. Notably, he serve as the mixing and mastering engineer for the Mukna Collective , a local indie group from Partido. Their dedication to music shines through their work, being the engineer for the song Archangel, Konti Nalang, Balang Araw, Nuarin Daw, Clementine, Padabaon Taka, and Sako Ka Na Lang.