Caliph8 is a pioneering Filipino experimental hip-hop artist, producer, and turntablist known for blending abstract beats, field recordings, and textured soundscapes with sharp lyricism. A fixture in Manila’s underground scene, his work bridges hip-hop, noise, and sound art, often exploring themes of identity and urban life. With acclaimed releases on international and local labels, Caliph8 has become a key figure in pushing Southeast Asian beat culture forward, consistently expanding the boundaries of rhythm, texture, and improvisation in contemporary music.