Stell of SB19. Picture: Courtesy of 1Z Leisure and Warner Music Philippines
Earlier than SB19’s Stell Ajero debuted as a soloist with “Room,” creating confidence in himself and his skills was one thing that took a while. It wasn’t till his stint in “The Voice Generations” and different solo appearances dawned on him that he might shine on his personal.
Ajero was the ultimate SB19 member to make his solo debut after Ken, Pablo, Josh, and Justin. The one “Room” and its accompanying music video, which was launched on June 14, is impressed by his love for theater and musicals, in addition to the 2010 movie “Burlesque.”
“Once I began as a member of SB19, I felt that I most well-liked performing with them. I’m not used to performing alone,” he mentioned at a solo media showcase in Mandaluyong. “However as soon as I had the chance to precise and expose myself, that’s after I felt their assist extra. They have been those who instructed me to seize the chance.”
Bearing on his bandmates’ assertiveness to take management of their solo careers, he discovered himself gaining power from their self-confidence. “They’ve totally different tales and backgrounds, which translated into their very own sounds.”
“To be seen as ‘stylish,’ you want to drift,” he continued. “However with them, I witnessed how agency they have been to go their very own approach. That’s after I realized that it’s a must to be agency on who you might be. You need to present who you really are.”
Ajero finally gained the arrogance to make a mark as himself. However whereas engaged on his solo debut, his fellow SB19 members assured him that he wasn’t alone.
The lyrics of “Room” have been written by the group’s chief songwriter Pablo, and it was produced by Radkidz (a music manufacturing duo made up of Pablo and his brother Josue).
However, Justin was among the many artistic administrators of the music video, whereas Josh and Ken have been open to giving suggestions.
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SB19’s Stell Ajero in a promo photograph for “Room.” Picture: Courtesy of 1Z Leisure and Warner Music Philippines
Gaining self-confidence
Regardless of the various alternatives that got here his approach, Ajero shared that constructing his confidence was a course of. One of many many reminders he gave himself is each time he receives compliments from others and profession alternatives, folks really imagine in him.
“I might remind myself that I wouldn’t obtain compliments and alternatives if I can’t do it. It was given to me for a cause… when folks inform me I’ve a pleasant voice, I used to get so shy. However after I obtain compliments now, I imagine that it’s given to remind you that you just’re price receiving them,” he mentioned.
Earlier than Ajero’s solo debut, he saved himself busy with solo actions together with a training stint at GMA’s “The Voice Generations” in August 2023, a presenter stint at Billboard Philippines’ Ladies in Music in March 2024, and a slot on the first day of Ryan Cayabyab’s tribute present in Might of the identical yr.
4 days after his solo debut showcase, he was a scene stealer at David Foster’s “Hitman David Foster and Buddies” present the place he did a splendid rendition of “All By Myself.”
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“I finally realized that whenever you obtain compliments, it’s as much as you on the way you need to understand them. For me, I finally turned assured due to the individuals who really believed in me,” he mentioned.
However Ajero believes that his achievements shouldn’t be credited to himself alone. He identified that his accomplishments have been potential due to God, his staff, his family members, and his followers.
“Once I obtain one thing, it’s not due to me however due to everybody’s assist. Who am I to boast of a milestone that I didn’t obtain alone?” he added.
On his sound, supporting OPM
Ajero is conscious that he was often known as the group’s “balladeer” previous to his solo debut. However he shared that he needs to additional discover his music and his vary, now that he’s forging a profession on his personal.
“‘Room’ is about me exploring a distinct sound, but it surely wouldn’t stray from that. I imagine that is the trail I’m headed. The theatrical parts will all the time be a part of the music I’ll create,” he mentioned. “I’m additionally fascinated with jazz music. I’m undecided if I’ll launch one thing like that anytime quickly, however let’s see. I’m very open to doing all the pieces.”
He’s set to launch his first solo prolonged play (or EP) in August and is about to embark on a nationwide tour. Bearing on his ardour for music, he hopes that the assist for OPM and P-pop will proceed.
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SB19’s Stell Ajero in a promo photograph for “Room.” Picture: Courtesy of 1Z Leisure and Warner Music Philippines
“A number of new artists are making their mark and I’m pleased that we’re changing into identified even in several elements of the world. I hope we’ll proceed to assist OPM and P-pop till we attain our aim,” he mentioned.
Like his bandmates, Ajero can be pleased with artists who’re unapologetic concerning the tales they need to inform via music.
“We now have such a various sound now. Many artists usually are not fearful of making an attempt totally different sounds and inform their weirdest tales via their songs,” he mentioned of them.
