TJ Monterde

TJ Monterde, born Titus John Monterde, is a Filipino singer-songwriter who rose to prominence in the Philippine pop and R&B scene through PolyEast Records. He built his following on gentle, romantic ballads sung largely in Filipino, a style that connects him to the wider OPM (Original Pilipino Music) tradition of introspective love songs delivered with a soft, intimate vocal tone.

His breakthrough material includes the album «Ikaw At Ako» and a self-titled EP, both anchored by tracks such as «Palagi», «Dating Tayo» and «Kung Siya Man» that showcase his knack for melodic, acoustic-leaning pop with R&B phrasing. Songs like «Kahit Kunwari» and «Mahika» further cemented his identity as an artist focused on heartfelt, relatable storytelling about love and longing.

Beyond music, TJ Monterde has also worked as a television host, broadening his public profile in the Philippines. His catalog remains a staple for listeners drawn to contemporary OPM ballads, and collaborative versions of his songs, such as the «TJxKZ» rendition of «Palagi», reflect his continued presence within the local pop scene.