Ex Battalion Biography: Members, Ages, Net Worth, Songs, Albums, Origin, Instagram

Ex Battalion, often shortened to ExB, is a Filipino hip-hop collective from Muntinlupa City, Philippines, renowned for revolutionizing Pinoy hip-hop with a modern sound.

Formed in 2012, the group gained nationwide fame with their hit single “Hayaan Mo Sila” (2017), which peaked at #2 on the Billboard Philippine Top 20. Known for their catchy beats and relatable lyrics, ExB has become one of the most successful hip-hop groups in the Philippines.

Profile

• Members’ Real Names: Mark Ezekiel Maglasang (Honcho, formerly Bosx1ne), Daryl Ruiz (Skusta Clee), Archie Dela Cruz (Flow G), Jon Gutierrez (King Badger), James Brando Palec (Brando), Rhennziel Cabalteja (Emcee Rhenn), John Roa (JRoA), Mark Jayson Maling (Yuridope), John Russel San Jose (Jnske), Kenneth Mago (Bullet-D), Huddass, Jekkpot, Cent, E.I.J.
• Stage Name: Ex Battalion, ExB
• Active From: 2012
• Origin: Muntinlupa City, Philippines
• Active Until: Present
• Nationality: Filipino
• Occupation: Rappers, Singers, Songwriters, Actors, Content Creators
• Net Worth: Unknown

Early Life and Members

Ex Battalion is a Filipino hip-hop collective formed in Muntinlupa City, Philippines, in 2012. Limited public information is available about the members’ early lives, as they focus on their musical personas and professional achievements.

Below is what is known about key members based on available data.

Mark Ezekiel Maglasang (Honcho, formerly Bosx1ne)

• Date of Birth: June 13, 1995
• Age: 30 years old
• Place of Birth: Muntinlupa City, Philippines
• Ethnicity: Filipino
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Education: Unknown
• Early Life: Mark, the group’s founder, started as a rap battle emcee. He formed Ex Battalion in 2012 with Jekkpot and Cent, initially as a rap battle group, before transitioning to music.

Known for writing hooks, he was a key creative force until reportedly leaving in 2022 after an alleged altercation, though he continues solo work under DeeFyre Records.

Daryl Ruiz (Skusta Clee)

• Date of Birth: February 16, 1996
• Age: 29 years old
• Place of Birth: Philippines
• Ethnicity: Filipino
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Education: Unknown
• Early Life: Formerly part of O.C. Dawgs, Daryl joined ExB after collaborating on “Kakaiba.” Known for his Chris Brown-inspired style with trap and EDM influences, he’s a prominent member and brand ambassador for Flow G’s “Brand for 199x.”

Archie Dela Cruz (Flow G)

• Date of Birth: 1990d
• Age: 30s
• Place of Birth: Philippines
• Ethnicity: Filipino
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Education: Unknown
• Early Life: A core member since 2016, Flow G is known for his lyrical contributions and business ventures, including “Brand for 199x.” His early life details are scarce, but he was among the first recruited by Bosx1ne.

Jon Gutierrez (King Badger)

• Date of Birth: Not publicly disclosed
• Age: 30s
• Place of Birth: Philippines
• Ethnicity: Filipino
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: unknown
• Education: Unknown
• Early Life: A social media personality before joining ExB, Jon adopted the stage name King Badger. His background is not well-documented, but he’s a key performer in the group’s music and videos.

James Brando Palec (Brando)

• Date of Birth: 1990s
• Age: 30s
• Place of Birth: Philippines
• Ethnicity: Filipino
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Education: Unknown
• Early Life: Known as the “toughest” member in the group’s public image, Brando joined later and contributes to ExB’s gritty style. Personal details are limited.

Rhennziel Cabalteja (Emcee Rhenn)

• Date of Birth: 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Place of Birth: Philippines
• Ethnicity: Filipino
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Education: Unknown
• Early Life: Known for his “crazy lines and curves” in ExB’s music, Rhenn is a dynamic performer featured in videos like “SouthBoys” and “Need You.” His early life is not publicly detailed.

Other Members (JRoA, Yuridope, Jnske, Bullet-D, Huddass, Jekkpot, Cent, E.I.J.)

Limited information is available for these members’ personal backgrounds. JRoA (John Roa) left in 2017 to pursue a solo career with Viva Records.

Jekkpot and Cent, co-founders, left before ExB’s music group phase. Yuridope, Jnske, Bullet-D, Huddass, and E.I.J. are active contributors, with Jnske also tied to O.C. Dawgs.

Formation

Ex Battalion was formed in 2012 in Muntinlupa City by Bosx1ne (now Honcho), Jekkpot, and Cent as a rap battle group.

In 2016, it transitioned into a hip-hop collective, with Bosx1ne, Flow G, and King Badger as the first members. They recruited JRoA and Skusta Clee after collaborating on “Kakaiba.”

The group gained traction with “No Games” (2016) and skyrocketed with “Hayaan Mo Sila” (2017), which faced a copyright issue but still hit #2 on the Billboard Philippine Top 20. Their modern sound and relatable lyrics transformed Pinoy hip-hop.

Career

Ex Battalion rose to prominence in 2016 with their debut album X, followed by hits like “No Games” (#10 Billboard Philippine Top 20) and “Hayaan Mo Sila” (#2).

Their 2018 singles, including “Ikaw Kase” and “SouthBoys,” dominated social media, amassing over 2 billion YouTube views and 5 million subscribers by 2025.

Despite controversies, like a plagiarism accusation for “Deym” (resolved as a generic beat issue), they starred in the 2019 film Sons of Nanay Sabel and performed at major venues.

In 2025, they released seven music videos in one day, teasing their upcoming album Best Seller, showcasing their versatility and cultural impact. Honcho’s reported exit in 2022 led to diss tracks, but the group remains a leading force in Philippine hip-hop.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @exbattalionmusic
• TikTok Handle: @exbattalionmusic
• YouTube Channel: Ex Battalion Music

Personal Life

Mark Ezekiel Maglasang (Honcho)

• Height: Unknown
• Marriages: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Dating History: Unknown

Daryl Ruiz (Skusta Clee)

• Height: Unknown
• Marriages: Jelai Andres
• Children: Unknown
• Dating History: Skusta Clee, half-British, is married to actress and influencer Jelai Andres. They live in a mini-mansion in Manila and own a Range Rover. No further dating history is documented.

Archie Dela Cruz (Flow G)

• Height: Unknown
• Marriages: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Dating History: Unknown

Jon Gutierrez (King Badger)

• Height: Unknown
• Marriages: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Dating History: Unknown

James Brando Palec (Brando)

• Height: Unknown
• Marriages: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Dating History: Unknown

Rhennziel Cabalteja (Emcee Rhenn)

• Height: Unknown
• Marriages: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Dating History: Unknown

Other Members

Limited personal information is available for JRoA, Yuridope, Jnske, Bullet-D, Huddass, Jekkpot, Cent, and E.I.J.

JRoA pursued a solo career, and others remain active in music or related projects, but their personal lives are not publicly detailed.

Net Worth

Ex Battalion’s collective net worth is not publicly disclosed. With over 2 billion YouTube views, 5.6 million subscribers, music sales, and endorsements, their earnings are estimated in the millions of Philippine Pesos (PHP).

Additional revenue comes from concerts, film appearances, and Flow G’s “Brand for 199x.” Individual net worths are unavailable, but their mainstream success suggests significant financial growth.

Discography

• X (2016)
• “No Games” (2016)
• “Hayaan Mo Sila” (2017)
• “SouthBoys” (2018)
• “Ikaw Kase” (2018)
• “Pakinabang” (2019)
• “Sama-Sama” (2019)
• “Chismis” (2022)
• “IDOL” (2022)
• “Trifecta” (EP, 2024)
• Upcoming: Best Seller (2025)