Josh

Lead Rapper, Sub Vocalist

Full Name

Josh Cullen Santos

Birthday

October 22, 1993

Age

32 years old

Fandom Name

Aโ€™TIN, BBQs

Years Active

2018-present

Agency / Label

1Z Entertainment / Sony Music Philippines

Hometown

Las Piรฑas, Metro Manila, Philippines

Nationality

Filipino

SB19

Member of SB19

SB19 โ€“ P-Pop Boy Group, Global Filipino Act & 1Z Entertainment Artists

Josh in SB19

Josh Cullen Santos, known professionally as Josh, is one of SB19โ€™s lead rappers and lead dancers. He is recognized for his strong stage presence, sharp performance energy, and charismatic delivery, bringing confidence and attitude to the groupโ€™s rap and dance-heavy moments.

As a solo artist, Josh Cullen has shown a more personal and vulnerable side of his artistry. His music explores themes of pain, survival, trauma, hope, and self-understanding, giving fans a deeper look at the person behind the performer. Through both his group and solo work, Josh adds intensity, honesty, and emotional weight to SB19โ€™s identity.

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Fun Facts

The Eldest Member of SB19

Josh is the eldest among SB19’s five members. Beyond performing, he is recognized for helping maintain the group’s unity and focus.

A Passion for Gaming

Outside music, Josh is an avid gamer who has shared gaming sessions and livestreams with fans, building a community around one of his favorite hobbies.

From Dance to the P-pop Stage

Before his rise to fame with SB19, Josh developed his performance skills through dance. He was also part of the dance cover group SE-EON, alongside future bandmate Stell.

An Independent Creative

Josh’s solo debut, โ€œWild Tonight,โ€ demonstrated his involvement in songwriting and music production. He has continued exploring his creative direction through his debut album Lost & Found and subsequent releases.

A Multilingual Collaboration

His 2026 single โ€œLIKE ME,โ€ featuring Jay Park, combines English, Filipino, and Korean, reflecting a cross-cultural approach to hip-hop.

A Technician and Call Center Agent

Before becoming an SB19 member, Josh worked as a computer technician and call center agent.

Beyond the Stage: Josh Cullen’s Style, Interests, and Everyday Persona

Josh Cullen’s identity as a performer extends beyond his role in SB19. His solo music, gaming interests, and evolving creative direction reveal an artist who continues to explore different ways of expressing himself.

Music That Moves With Him

Josh’s musical identity is rooted in rap and hip-hop, but his solo discography reveals a wider range of sounds and emotions. His debut single, โ€œWild Tonight,โ€ introduced his independent musical direction, while Lost & Found explored more personal themes through a broader selection of songs.

His solo releases include:

โ€œWild Tonightโ€ โ€” His 2023 solo debut.
โ€œ1999โ€ โ€” A track from his debut solo album.
โ€œSilent Criesโ€ โ€” A song from his solo catalog.
โ€œHonestโ€ โ€” Another track featured on Lost & Found.
โ€œSumayaโ€ โ€” A release showcasing another side of his solo work.
โ€œLIKE MEโ€ (feat. Jay Park) โ€” His 2026 multilingual hip-hop collaboration.

Fashion as Identity

Josh’s public image complements his confident performance style. His stage appearances and promotional visuals contribute to his identity as a contemporary P-pop performer, while his solo projects give him room to explore a more individual artistic direction.

Rather than assigning specific designer labels or signature wardrobe items without reliable sourcing, his fashion profile can be developed further using verified concert photographs, official campaign images, and interviews discussing his personal style.

Signature Outfit Details

For a detailed fashion feature, focus on documented looks from official SB19 appearances, solo music videos, concert performances, and magazine shoots. These provide a reliable basis for discussing his styling, accessories, and changing visual concepts across different musical eras.

Developing His Own Artistic Identity

Josh’s solo career allows him to express ideas that extend beyond his role in SB19. From the dark, performance-driven concept of โ€œWild Tonightโ€ to the personal themes explored in Lost & Found and the international collaboration โ€œLIKE ME,โ€ his visual and musical projects reflect his continuing development as an individual artist.

Gaming and Digital Creativity

Gaming is one of Josh’s best-documented interests outside music. His official artist profile identifies him as an avid gamer who streams games online, giving fans opportunities to connect with him in a more casual setting.

His interest in digital creativity has also appeared in recent music promotions. In September
2026, GMA News reported that he had teased his solo comeback using imagery involving computer code and digital glitches, while also identifying vibe coding as one of his hobbies.

Collaborations and the Global Stage

Josh’s work with SB19 has helped introduce Filipino pop music to international audiences. His solo career builds on that foundation by bringing his individual sound into collaborations with artists from other music scenes.

His 2026 collaboration with Jay Park on โ€œLIKE MEโ€ is a notable example, blending multiple languages within a hip-hop track. It represents another step in Josh’s exploration of music that can connect Filipino artistry with a wider international audience.

 

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SB19 Members

Stell (SB19)
Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer
Josh (SB19)
Lead Rapper, Sub Vocalist
Pablo (SB19)
Leader, Main Rapper, Lead Vocalist
Justin (SB19)
Sub Vocalist, Visual, Youngest
FELIP (Ken Suson of SB19)
Main Dancer, Lead Rapper, Lead Vocalist