Loon Mayor Pedro Literatus, Jr. (inset, upper right corner), bared this information on September 7, 2025: “Panagtigi 2025 Grand Showdown Names Banda Ni Maria as Champion; 2’AM Band and Septem Band Complete the Top Winners in a Historic Fiesta Celebration. What a night, Loonanons! The Battle of the Bands – Grand Showdown rocked the Loon Town Square with pure energy and passion. Champion: Banda Ni Maria; 1st Runner-Up: 2’AM Band and 2nd Runner-Up: Septem Band. To all participating bands — Sikwati, Poloho Band, 6 String Era, Harmonic Connection, Speciosa — your talent lit up the stage and made this event unforgettable. Thank you, Loonanons and guests, for your cheers and support in making SidlaKasilak 2025 and PaghiuSadya 2025 a resounding success. This was more than music — it was pride, unity, and celebration in every beat!” Contributed photo