JAY RU

“ It’s the 12th of June, and Barbosa is honoring the occasion with a night of OPM. Chris Alfaro and Jay Ru take turns on the decks selecting tracks that are thoroughly unfamiliar to my ears yet immediately get my shoulders moving. While budots has its place, and it’s huge in Siargao, this is not that night. Instead, deep cuts of Filipino hip hop mix with surprisingly funky ‘70s jukebox queens. Chris and Jay don’t think of themselves as music snobs, but they do take it seriously. “We really put time and effort in digging for music we play every week” says Jay. “So we want to keep our sets fresh, and we want to introduce the music that we like. “ Full story in Vogue Philippines — September 2025 👀 “ The September 2025 issue of Vogue Philippines is a tribute to the collective spirit. Generations of creatives, from pioneers in fashion to new voices and artists, reveal how communities shape the future. “ THANK YOU 🙏 @voguephilippines @camillerdp @andrealuis @tadastudios

Here’s a glimpse of a typical Friday night at Barbosa with @jay_ruuu and @freetherobots from @barbosa_records Bread & Butter Fridays has been the original weekly event captivating the Siargao dance music scene for the past two years. This two-hour segment captures the raw essence of the night, featuring a diverse mix of top-choice House, Techno, Disco, Funk, and more — now streaming on YouTube 👀 Link in Bio

Siargao hotspot Barbosa blends vinyl walls and eclectic beats, delivering a unique soundtrack to the island’s surf culture. Since its April 8, 2023 debut, the venue founded by DJs Chris Alfaro aka Free the Robots and Jay Ru and housing their collection of records has redefined the island as a creative hub for musicians and artists. Tucked above a surf shop, its design, inspired by the owners’ personal style, creates a cozy yet dynamic space perfect for diverse DJ sets, creating a unique atmosphere that resonates with both locals and visitors. With a music program as varied as its vinyl collection, Barbosa offers unique nights like Golden Hour on Mondays and Disco Tropico on Tuesdays; events that highlight the venue’s commitment to delivering a fresh, genre-blending musical journey every night. Its flagship event, Bread and Butter, leans heavily into funk, soul, and raw grooves, embodying the venue’s dedication to authentic, feel-good music. Barbosa isn’t just a venue; it’s a game-changer for Siargao, merging surf and music scenes into a vibrant artistic enclave. By spotlighting diverse acts and nurturing local talent, Barbosa is transforming the island’s image from a surf haven to a global music hotspot. Jacob Mendoza writes more on the venue via our linkinbio.

Our old friends @jay_ruuu & @freetherobots of @barbosa_records (IAO) head to La Union for a series of sunset and sayawan sets! ***Official Kakonchaba: @eliseos.ph *** "Escape the so-called hype! Only quality sounds and neighborly vibes at the Shrine of Satisfaction!"❤️‍🔥

BARBOSA 3 YEARS APRIL 7 — TUESDAY 6:30PM — LATE open the folder. 🖤

@barbosa_records MNL, HK, TKO tour re-cap w/ @jay_ruuu + @freetherobots in real life 🛩️ Where to next? 📡📡

@barbosa_records tour 1 is a wrap! Biiig love Manila, Hong Kong, & Tokyo! ✌🏾✌🏾 📷: @tunadog_07

Disco, Funk, & Acid House mix by Barbosa Records’ Free The Robots & Jay Ru for CRADIO RADIO X UNKNWN is now live on our YouTube channel! Thanks for your patience, enjoy! 🤩 Link in bio 🎥: @macheyolim @ainas.album 🎶: @barbosa_records @freetherobots @jay_ruuu

TONIGHT ON TSUBAKI FM 🌟 FU brings on special guests @freetherobots and @jay_ruuu from @barbosa_siargao for her monthly show, broadcasting tonight at Oiran 20:00-22:00 🪩 Tune in at tsubakifm.com 📻

Barbosa Records’ set by Free The Robots & Jay Ru for CRADIO RADIO X UNKNWN drops tomorrow at 5PM on YouTube. Disco. Funk. Acid House. 😮‍💨 🎥: @macheyolim @ainas.album 🎶: @barbosa_records @freetherobots @jay_ruuu #cradioradio #unknwnmnl #pioneer #pioneerdj #music

SANTERIA × BARBOSA March 6 — OATH Shibuya This week, @santeria.party welcomes @barbosa_siargao to Japan. Barbosa — the cult tropical club and community hub from Siargao — lands in Tokyo for one night only, joining forces with SANTERIA to bridge island heat and Tokyo underground magic. On the decks, the two Barbosa founders: @jay_ruuu — known for genre-fluid selections rooted in disco, house, funk, and deep rhythmic movement — always driven by community and connection. @freetherobots — globally respected for his genre-defying blend of jazz, psych, hip-hop, and electronic music — hypnotic, raw, and boundary-pushing. Our Tokyo finest: @fu_k122 — a trusted force in Japan’s club circuit, known for cross-genre precision across Chicago, NY & Detroit house and relentless dancefloor control. And our host and founder of SANTERIA: @santevisioni — bringing his blend of deep house, afro-groove, and cosmic jazz, alongside his unique energy and love connection. This is a special one 🏝️🇯🇵 You can feel it in the air — spring is coming, and the heat is already rising. @shibuya_oath will be on fire 🔥 Come ready to sweat. All night long. #santeriaparty #barbosasiargao

Cold Cuts Presents Free the Robots, Jay Ru (Barbosa Records, PH) & o-mori   🗓️ Friday, February 27 🕗 20:00-late 📍 @migashongkong 3/F, H Queen’s, 80 Queen Road’s Central 💰Tickets: GA at $200 (includes FREE COLD CUTS served on the night 🎫 Buy now: /coldcuts2   Featuring:   Free the Robots @freetherobots : The innovative DJ and producer from LA, who blends genres worldwide, and co-founded Barbosa in Siargao with Jay Ru.   Jay Ru @jay_ruuu : The Filipino DJ and other co-founder of Barbosa Siargao, who curates diverse music and fosters community through creative exchanges. o-mori @omori.tadashi : A Hong Kong-based vinyl collector and DJ with 20+ years of experience, he researches the Asian rare record market and promotes vinyl culture through his writings and the Hong Kong Analog Shopping Centre. Expect: disco, funk, delicious cocktails, vinyl’s on the terrace, good hospitality, company, outdoors, indoors, drink specials, soft furnishing, olive oil cake, meaty surprises, local DJ’s and FREE COLD CUTS! Get your tickets now via ticketflap and link in bio.