Gian Bernardino
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Bernardino performing with Cup of Joe in 2025 | |
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| Born | Edgar Gian P. Bernardino July 24, 2001 Baguio, Philippines |
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| Years active | 2018–present |
| Labels | Viva |
| Member of | Cup of Joe |
Edgar Gian P. Bernardino (born July 24, 2001) is a Filipino singer and songwriter best known as one of the lead vocalists and founding members of the Baguio-based band Cup of Joe.
Early life
Edgar Gian P. Bernardino was born and raised in Pangasinan, Philippines. At around the age of three, he began discovering his voice, and spent part of his childhood in Qatar, where he joined singing contests.[1][2]
Career
Bernardino's music journey formally began with Cup of Joe in November 2018, when he and schoolmates decided to mark their senior high school graduation. What started "for fun" quickly caught attention after their music reached listeners beyond Baguio via Spotify and social media. In 2019, Cup of Joe signed with Viva Records, and from then on, the band with Bernardino as co-lead vocalist and co-writer.[3]
In 2023, Bernardino and his band had already released their extended play (EP) Patutunguhan (lit. 'Direction'), featuring the single "Tingin" (lit. 'Look'), with Janine Teñoso, which significantly raised their profile. In 2024, the band released more singles, such as "Misteryoso" (lit. 'Mysterious'), and prepared for their first full-album.[4]
In 2025, Bernardino starred in the music video for "Bagong Buwan" (transl. New Moon), a pop love song by drag queen J-Quinn.[5] He also wrote eight of the songs in the Cup of Joe album Silakbo (transl. Outburst).[6] On September 6, Bernardino appeared as one of the guest performers at Janine Teñoso's first solo concert, held at the New Frontier Theater in Quezon City.[7] On October 3, Bernardino made his directorial debut with the music video for Cup of Joe's single Sandali (lit. 'Wait'), with Raphaell Ridao contributing to the concept.[8]
Artistry
Bernardino is known for his "expressive" stage presence and playful personality, traits that have become a hallmark of his performances with Cup of Joe. He is also noted for incorporating elements of spoken word poetry into his performances while maintaining commitment to his musical delivery.[9] Nylon Manila described his vocal style as a blend of heartfelt delivery and the energy of contemporary OPM pop rock, giving his performances both emotional weight and approachability.[9]
He has cited OPM icons such as Eraserheads, Rivermaya, and Apo Hiking Society, also he recalled that he grew up singing ballads and frequently joined amateur competitions as a child. He was first exposed to karaoke hits by international pop stars such as Celine Dion, Sarah Geronimo, and Beyoncé. As a teenager, he began to discover OPM and developed an interest in pop rock, which eventually led him to explore songwriting.[10]
Personal life
In 2025, Bernardino publicly came out as pansexual, explaining that gender is not a factor in his potential attraction to other people.[11]
That same month, he also joined Angat Buhay's relief operations to help communities affected by storms and the southwest monsoon (habagat), which caused flooding in different parts of the Philippines.[12]
Discography
Albums
Extended plays
- Patutunguhan (2023)[14]
Singles
Note: The following are selected single songwriting credits featuring Gian Bernardino.
- "Nag-iisang Muli" (2019)
- "Sinderela" (2019)
- "Alas Dose" (2019)
- "Sagada" (2020)
- "Bukod-Tangi" (2020)
- "Estranghero" (2022)
- "Tingin" (with Janine Teñoso) (2023)
- "Misteryoso" (2024)
- "Sandali" (2025)
Listicles
| Publisher | Year | Listicle | Placement | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billboard Philippines | 2025 | 13 Halloween Costume Ideas Inspired by Your Favorite OPM Artists | Placed | [15] |
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Note | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Microplastics | Teen Hero | Short film | [16] |
Music video
| Year | Title | Artist | Note | Ref. |
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| 2025 | "Bagong Buwan" | J-Quinn | [5] | |
| "Sandali" | Cup of Joe | Directorial debut | [8] |
References
- ^ "Gian Bernardino the Pop Star We Deserve". MetrosceneMag. July 2024. Retrieved September 14, 2025.
- ^ Magazine, Parcinq (2023-07-27). "#PARCINQFresh featuring Gian Bernardino". PARCINQ. Retrieved 2025-09-14.
- ^ "Baguio's musical brew: The Cup of Joe story". Manila Bulletin. September 12, 2023. Retrieved September 14, 2025.
- ^ Vibas, Danny (2025-01-07). "The sound of Cup of Joe". Daily Tribune. Retrieved 2025-09-14.
- ^ a b Posadas, Andrea (October 9, 2025). "7 Original Songs by "Drag Race PH" Queens That We're Putting On Repeat". When in Manila. Retrieved December 23, 2025.
- ^ Go, Mayks (2025-01-14). "A Track-By-Track Guide To 'Silakbo' By Cup of Joe". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved 2025-09-14.
- ^ "Full List Of Concerts Happening In The Philippines In 2025". Billboard Philippines. 2024-11-05. Retrieved 2025-09-14.
- ^ a b "Cup of Joe are rockstars in 'Sandali' music video". GMA News Online. 2025-10-04. Retrieved 2025-10-05.
- ^ a b "All the Funny Gian Bernardino Moments That Made Cup of Joe Fans Laugh". Nylon Manila. August 15, 2024. Retrieved September 14, 2025.
- ^ "Gian Bernardino is the Rock Star We Need". MetrosceneMag. July 2024. Retrieved September 14, 2025.
- ^ Mercado, Josh (2025-09-12). "Cup of Joe's Gian Bernardino breaks rock band stereotypes". ABS-CBN. Retrieved 2025-09-14.
- ^ "Cup of Joe's Gian Bernardino Volunteers to Help Typhoon Victims". ABS-CBN Entertainment. July 28, 2025. Retrieved September 14, 2025.
- ^ "Cup of Joe drops debut album 'Silakbo'". GMA News. January 17, 2025. Retrieved September 14, 2025.
- ^ "Cup of Joe drops EP 'Patutunguhan'". Viva Records. 2020. Retrieved September 14, 2025.
- ^ Regis, Ralph (October 7, 2025). "13 Halloween Costume Ideas Inspired by Your Favorite OPM Artists". Billboard Philippines. Archived from the original on October 7, 2025. Retrieved October 7, 2025.
- ^ "Microplastics". QCinema.