Indonesia is the world's fourth most populous country with over 238 million people. Most of people stay and live in national's capital city Jakarta. Many people works as entertainer in Jakarta such as artist, musician, actor, commedian, etc. And many great bands came from this country.
KOES PLUS
In the earlier year of music industrial, Indonesia has Koes Plus, formerly Koes Bersaudara, is an Indonesian musical group that enjoyed success in the 1960s and 1970s. Known as one of Indonesia's classic musical acts, the band peaked in popularity in the days far before the advent of private television companies, delivering stripped-down pop and rock songs at the then-only TV station, TVRI.
In 2007, Rolling Stone Indonesia magazine placed 6 of the band's studio albums on their "150 Greatest Indonesian Albums of All Time" list. Those are Dheg Dheg Plas (1969) at #4, To The So Called The Guilties (1967) at #6, Koes Bersaudara (1964) at #14, Koes Plus Volume 2 (1970) at #21, Koes Plus Volume 4 (1971) at #30 and Koes Plus Volume 5 (1971) at #38.
BIMBO
Bimbo is an Indonesian musical group that was founded around the year 1967. Bimbo personnel consists of Sam Bimbo, Acil Bimbo, Bimbo Jaka, and Iin Parlina.
Starting with Trio Bimbo is heavily influenced Latin music. Then the label released its first album in Fontana Singapore with Bed Of Jayagiri Abdurachman Iwan works. In the era of the 70's, Bimbo synonymous with ballads that tend to be patterned minor with poetic lyrics.
In the mid '70s, Bimbo is then amplified by Iin Parlina of Jackie Brothers began touching songs with themes like “Abang Becak” everyday until its title songs using serial limbs like whiskers, hand to eye tends suggestive humor . Entering the era of the '80s, Bimbo started playing with the songs with themes of social criticism such “Antara Kabul dan Beirut” or “Surat untuk Reagan and Brezhnev”.
However, on the other hand as the hallmark of a religious group was firmly attached. Starting with the song “Tuhan” created by Sam Bimbo and continued with qasidah album in around 1974. In his musical journey, Bimbo also many established collaboration with a series of writer such as Wing Kardjo and Taufiq Ismail.
PANBERS
Panjaitan Brothers (Panbers) is a group of musicians whose name is short for Pandjaitan Bersaudara. Group founded in 1969 consists of four biological sisters sons of Drs. JMM Pandjaitan, S.H, (RIP) with BSO Sitompul. They are Hans Pandjaitan, Benny Pandjaitan, Doan Pandjaitan and Asido Pandjaitan.
With Panbers flag, they pioneered their careers in the capital, ranging from filling entertainment events at a school party and a party of young people who at that time known as the 'party of Dayak'. With capital more determined and persistent struggle they try to create songs and bring in parties. A number that is not stopping them bring is Akhir Cinta, a melodic song that they are not bored to performed wherever they are performing. Through these song precisely Panbers name began to be known and create a new era in the world of Indonesian music.
GOD BLESS
Music group fronted by Achmad Albar on vocals, Ian Antono on guitar, Donny Fatah on bass, Yaya Moektio on drum and Abadi Soesman on the keyboard. God Bless first gig in 1972 at the Taman Ismail Marzuki at the Summer 28. Until now, God Bless has spawned five studio albums and two compilation albums. Five studio albums of which, GOD BLESS (1975), CERMIN (1980), SEMUT HITAM (1988), RAKSASA (1989) and APA KABAR (1997). Meanwhile, two compilation albums, namely, THE GLORY OF GOD BLESS (1990) and 18 GREATEST HITS OF GOD BLESS (1992). Since 1990 fifth studio album, God Bless as the earth swallowed. Each has a busy personnel respectively. But in 2009, God Bless will return to the stage music, jazz and rock music that is now being 'quiet'.
SLANK
Slank is a forerunner to the birth of a group called Cikini Stones Complex ( CSC ) formed by Ben Setiawan Sidhartha ( Bimbim ) in the early '80s. The band played songs by the Rolling Stones and do not want to play songs from other bands , they eventually end up bored and towards the end of 1983 the group disbanded .
Bimbim musical spirit that was still smoldering brought back to form a new band called Setan Merah with two brothers , Denny and Erwan . To add ammunition , Bimbim then invited Bongky to fill the position as a guitarist . In December 1983 they renamed Slank , a name that is taken for granted from the scorn of people who often call them “Slengean guy”.
Slank formation when it was first established Erwan ( Vocals ) , Bongky ( guitar ) , Denny ( Bass ) , Kiki ( Keyboard ) and Bimbim ( Drum ) . They had appeared in several stage by performing his own songs before Erwan decided to resign because he felt no hope at Slank. Soon Parlin Burman ( Pay ) and Wira Akhadi Satriaji ( Kaka ) joined Slank , followed by the entry of Indra Chandra Setiadi ( Indra ) a few years later . With the formation Bimbim ( Drums ) , Bongky ( Bass ) , Pay ( guitars ) , Kaka ( vocals ) and Indra ( Keyboard ) they started making demos for record companies to offer .
After repeatedly rejected , finally accepted in 1990 and began recording demo debut album Suit - Suit ... He He He ( Gadis Sexy ) . Album featuring the hit “Memang” and “Maafkan” explodes on market so they were rewarded BASF Award for best newcomer . Their second album , Kampungan also achieve the same success .
Involvement of its personnel with the drug had spawned a rift in the body of the band that based on Jl Potlot . At the moment working on a sixth album ( Lagi Sedih ) , Bimbim as leader finally decided to fire Bongky , Pay and Indra.
Instead they recruit Ivanka ( Bass ) , Mohamad Ridho Hafiedz ( Ridho ) and Abdee State ( Abdee ) . This lineup lasted until today and they continue to give birth to works that affirm their existence in the world of Indonesian music .
JAMRUD
Is a band rock originating from Indonesia , was first formed in 1989 in Cimahi , West Java with the name Jamrock . Jamrud since the formation formed by 'Aziz' Mangasi Siagian ( guitar ) and 'Ricky' Teddy ( bass ), and is known as a music group successful carrying rock music as popular music in Indonesia in the '90s.
Before becoming Jamrud , initial formation Jamrock consists of 'Aziz' Mangasi Siagian ( guitar ), 'Ricky' Teddy ( bass ), Agus ( drums ), and Oppi ( vocals ), besides them, Budhy Haryono frontman Gigi Band was also a member of the band Here you are. This group experienced several personnel changes, Budhy Haryono , former drummer GIGI also been joined by Jamrock . Formation Jamrock eventually becomes popularly known by his fans '90s namely Aziz (guitar), Ricky Teddy (bass), Krisyanto (vocals), 'Fitrah' Alam (guitar), and 'Sandy' Handoko (drums).
Jamrud became mature music and performances under the care of the record label owned by the Zhelebour. Selling debut album Jamrud , Nekad (1996), achieve sales of 150 thousand copies in a short time. Their success continued with their second album, Putri (1997), the sales figures of 250 thousand pieces. The great advantage of the sales of the albums Jamrud continue until the release of Terima Kasih (1998). The album is very popular among the young generation of Indonesia at the time, especially through the song "Berakit-raft "and " Terima Kasih ", that sold up to touch the figure of 750 thousand pieces, which is quite remarkable achievement for a rock music album sales in Indonesia at that time. they also received an award as a boon AMI Award Best Rock Group 1999.
Pinnacle of success commercially Jamrud is album Ningrat (2000) which recorded sales of two million copies in Indonesia with the popularity of the single " Surti-Tejo "and “Pelangi di Matamu " in Indonesia. Ningrat album made history by winning 5 awards boon AMI Award 2000 was extraordinary for a rock group.
Ningrat album's success made Zhelebour bring "Jamrud" recorded at Studio 301 Sydney, Australia and released the album " Sydney 090102 "(2002) with a pretty spectacular sales record by almost a million copies with hits" Waktuku Mandi "and " Selamat Ulang Tahun "which is still popular and sung every person celebrating the birthday. The album won the award for Group grace AMI Award 2002 Best Rock and Gen-B, 2002, Jamrud still dominate the recording industry and showbiz with highest honors.
Success they achieved could not be separated from an unexpected event. In August 1999, the disposition Alam died of an overdose of drugs followed by Sandy Handoko who Died May 2000. News abaout their deaths shocked the Indonesian music industry at that time. Sandy Handoko position was replaced by Suherman 'Herman' Fitrah Husin.
KLA PROJECT
KLa formed by Katon , Lilo , Adi , and Ari in 1988 in the area of Tebet , Jakarta.They released their first album " KLa " in 1989 which scored hits such as Rentang Asmara , Tentang Kita, WaktuTersisa , and Laguku . In 1991 , KLa launched his second album titled " Kedua " where there is a monumental song Yogyakarta . While third album ( Pasir Putih - 1992 ) they scored hits such as Tak Bisa ke Lain Hati and Belahan Jiwa.
Although it was the music KLa Project ahead of his time , because the music is still popular with Malay rhythm , they managed to steal the hearts of many music listeners . They also have a fan base who call themselves KLanis .
After the release of their third album , Ari Burhani out and switch roles as band manager . KLa then walked with the formation of three people and incubate two albums , Ungu (1994 ) and V (1995 ) . In 1996 , KLa Project acoustic grand concert titled KLakustik involving the supporting musicians such as Hendri Lamiri ( Violin ) , Budi Haryono ( Drums ) , and others. This concert was held at Gedung Kesenian Jakarta which was broadcast by ANTV , which they recorded live and released as a record album Jilid 2.
In March 2001 , Lilo 's turn coming out of the band . However KLa keep going despite leaving only Katon and Adi . Later in 2003 , KLa decided to add three new personnel , namely Erwin Prasetya ex Dewa 19 , Yoel Vai and Hari Goro. Their name was changed to NuKLa . NuKLa has issued one album in 2004 , titled " New Chapter " with the single Izinkan Aku Memuja. In 2006, Erwin Prasetya NuKLa decided to quit because of differences in vision . Shortly after that, Katon stated that NuKLa changed its name back to KLa Project . One reason is the difficulty of changing the image of the old into the new KLa . In early 2009 , KLa did a reunion with the release of the album marked KLa Returns which consists of three members of their starting : Katon , Lilo , and Adi.
DEWA 19
Dewa 19 is a musical group formed in 1986 in Surabaya , Indonesia. This group has several times experienced last change of personnel and formations before it was disbanded in 2011 were Ahmad Dhani ( keyboard ) , Andra Junaidi ( guitar ) , Once Mekel ( vocals ) , Yuke Sampurna ( bass ) and Agung Yudha ( drums ) . Having dominated the festival stages in the late 1980s , Dewa 19, then moved to Jakarta and released his first album in 1992 under Team Records label.
The group has achieved success throughout the 1990s and 2000s through a series of songs and pop rock genre . Album they release almost always well received in the market , even those who released albums in 2000, Bintang Lima, is one of Indonesia's best-selling album with sales of nearly 2 million pieces . In 2005 , O magazine named the band Dewa 19 as Indonesia's richest with revenues reaching more than 14 billion a year . In the midst of his success , the group had several times stumbled legal issues , including copyright infringement issues and feud with Islamic organizations .
Throughout his career , Dewa 19, has received many awards , both BASF Awards, AMI Awards and has also won awards in the United States LibForAll Award for their contribution to peace and religious tolerance efforts. In 2008 , Dewa 19 in the list of " The Immortals : 25 Artis Indonesia Greatest of All Time " by Rolling Stone magazine . Dewa is recognized as one of the greatest legends or icons in the history of popular music Indonesia
Dewa that originally came with a more pop music , then changed direction into jazz after Erwin introduced jazz music into this group . Wawan is a big fan of rock music and then decided to come out in 1988 and joined the Outsider who include members Ari Lasso . Wawan position was replaced by Salman and Dewa name was changed to Down Beat , which is taken from the name of the jazz magazine published by the United States . In East Java and surrounding areas , the name of Down Beat the time it was pretty well known , especially after the festival managed to dominate the stage . Call it the Youth Jazz Festival in East Java , champion high school band festival '90 or second winner Needles Super Fiesta Musical.
When Wawan returned fluttering Slank name called in to turn on Dewa, by getting too Ari Lasso. Name Down Beat was changed to Dewa 19 , because at that time the average age of personnel 19 years . This time , Dewa 19 comes with mixing a variety of music : pop , rock , and even jazz , hence the birth of a new alternative to the current Indonesian music repertoire.
GIGI
Gigi Band officially formed on March 22, 1994 . The band initially Group consists of Armand Maulana (vocals ) , Thomas Ramdhan ( bassist ) , Dewa Budjana ( guitar ) , Ronald Fristianto ( drummer ) " EVO Band " , and Baron Arafat " Baron Soulmate " ( guitarist ) . The name " Gigi " itself came after the members laughed commenting on the name " Orang Utan " which almost made the band's name . With background music disparate , they combine them into a music that characterizes Gigi . Debut album entitled " Angan " thrown into the market with the support of Union Artist / Musica . At that time Gigi has not formed a management company to manage their activities so as to promote the debut album , which they released two singles as well as video clips , that Kuingin and Angan. But the two songs are not much boost sales . Lack of promotion and lack of management of the main causes of the failure of management to be the first album of this music group .
Eventually they formed a Gigi Management so that they become more professional . The second album " Dunia " was a success in the market . By relying on seed song " Janji " , which sold around 400,000 copies and was awarded " Best Musical Group " . At this time management Gigi happen rift with Baron . The second flagship video for " Nirwana " was made in the absence of Baron . In September 1995, the Baron is officially out of the band Gigi Group . Then followed the release of Thomas and Ronald November 1996 . Gigi Band finally just were alone but still managed to survive and recruit Opet Alatas ( bassist ) and drummer Budhy Haryono ) . This new formation gives a new color on Gigi. In 1997 they issued their fourth album entitled 2x2 by engaging with famous musicians , local and world , among others Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big ), which accounts for a tremendous play bass on their songs ( Cry Baby ) , and Indra Lesmana also contributed in song " Tractor " . Flagship song " Kurindukan " the response was less . This situation helped with the 100 city tour featuring the duo Indra Lesmana and Gilang Ramadhan as an opening .
Meanwhile, Thomas had just come out of rehab back to Jakarta to start playing music again . Thomas even with a star made a surprise guest at the concert GIGI " Satu am bersama GIGI " and a concert in Bandung , by playing together in the song " Janji " and " Angan " . In concert it seemed Gigi to reminisce with Thomas , they even brought a rarely played song that desire .
Dated March 22, 1999 at Thomas eventually went back to replace Gigi Group music Opet Alatas who was out in the same year . Shortly after the release of its sixth album Gigi titled " Baik " in April 1999 . His first flagship song is " Hinakah ".
Tempest occurred again in this band. After completing the album Salam Kedelapan , drummer Budhy Haryono declared his resignation from the band . The news is already rumored a few months earlier . Budhy reason out of the band due to argue with each other with some personnel of this band . According to Armand , Budhy out because it is already sick and tired with this band . Finally in the same year , the band instead chose Gusti Hendy Budhy and drum replacement position is what marks his final personnel changes.
PADI
Formed 8 April 1997 , this group is a forum of artistic creativity five students at the University of Airlangga , Surabaya . Originally named ' Soda ' , but later changed to ' Padi ' ( " Padi food of people , " said one personal ) . The name was chosen also because it is " very grounded" . Furthermore , they do not just take his philosophy course , the more features the duck , but also look at the function that symbolizes prosperity.
Starting from playing music from one stage to another stage , the group eventually signed to get the world record. Padi albums quite successfully penetrate the Indonesian music market . Some observers conclude that dynamic musical arrangements Padi and more complex than the average song by a contemporary band Indonesia is one of the causes of success . At the beginning, in 1998 Indonesia is dominated by band repertoire of songs with simple arrangements with moderate to slow tempo .
Padi then broke formation with no keyboard through their first album Lain Dunia (1999 ) . Such formations make exploration of guitar playing techniques are so dominant , it is natural that the songs tend to be full ditorsi generated . Moreover, supported by two guitarists playing style , Yudi Satriyo Wahono ( Piyu ) and Ari Tri Sosianto , which differ from each other , Padi broke the songs are characterized by a complex arrangement of two guitars that are almost always different in each of the phrases in each song . This album get platinum in April 2000 and quadruple platinum in 2001.
SHEILA ON 7
Sheila on 7 is a group of Indonesian music that stands on May 6, 1996. The band was originally a group of school from several high schools in Yogyakarta. At the beginning of the five unite young people, Duta (vocals) derived from SMA 4, Adam (bass) from SMA 6, Eross (guitar) of SMA Muhammadiyah I, Sakti (guitar) from De Britto High School, and Anton (drums) originating from SMA Bopkri I. They agreed to form a band and performed songs from the group Oasis, U2, Bon Jovi, Guns N 'Roses, etc.. At that time, they already have some original songs of their own work and they try to introduce and bring the songs with full confidence in a variety of performances.
At the beginning of this group named " Sheila " . Not long after , they added the word " gang " , to be " Sheila Gank " . However, due to problems sense , eventually changed their name to " Sheila on 7 " , " on 7 " means solmisasi aka 7 scales ( do re mi fa sol la si ).
Since the beginning of this group trying to perform professionally . Starting with their involvement in several musical performances , festivals and commercial performances in Yogyakarta and Central Java , both in schools , colleges , and public platforms . One thing is quite convincing and proud of their participation in the program is the indie label " Musical Event " ( event Local Musicians ) in 1997 belongs to Geronimo Radio 106.1 FM & G - Indie Production which are driven by Teuku Dalin in Yogyakarta , where this program is a program syndicated radio broadcast by nearly 90 private radio stations in the country . Musical event is a radio program that broadcast songs of his own works of local bands that have never been commercially recorded .
In this program they get a very positive response , in which requests from listeners to tune their own work that we , placing them for 3 months in a row in the event charts Indie Musical G - 10 in March , April, and May 1997 . As was said by Teuku Dalin : " Sheila Gank got talent where they boldly thrusting original songs at a local stage , even though it was still quiet applause , I 'm sure they are a trigger for band groups in Yogyakarta may be the ticket for commercial recordings in major label . Pointing to it , " Sheila on 7 " able to reflect on themselves and make it as a benchmark for the ladder to the top of the commercial recording again . confidently Similarly , Sheila on 7, ventured to offer as well as the proposal to label demotape Sony Music Indonesia , and finally the opportunity came with the signing of Sheila on 7 for 8 albums with royalty system.
PETERPAN
Peterpan is a poprock band from Bandung , Indonesia . The band was formed in 1997 and known for the songs " Ada Apa Denganmu " , " Topeng " , and " Kukatakan Dengan Indah " . At first the group consisting of Ariel Peterpan ( Vocal ) , Uki ( Guitars ) , Loekman ( Guitars ) , Reza ( Drums ) , Andika ( Keyboard ) , and Indra ( Bass ) . In 1997 , Andhika ( keyboards ) formed a band Topi by getting younger class at SMU 2 Bandung , Uki ( guitar ) , as well as playmates , Abel ( bass ) and Ari ( drums ) . Uki also invites his friend junior Ariel vocals that fill the position . With formations like that , they started performing and playing music wing alternative Brits . Ari then resigned and disbanded Topi without a definite cause.
Topi personnel gather Andika back in 2000 . But this time , the position held by Reza drum . To give a more mature musical color and richer melody , then they invite Loekman , friends sister Indra , who eventually become lead guitar ( lead guitar ) . Once formed with the formation of six people , they also took the name peterpan . September 1, 2000 peterpan officially formed .
Peterpan professional journey began in 2001 with expanded from café to café in Bandung . They played in the café Sapu Lidi with O'Hara performed songs top 40 , as well as alternative rock such as Nirvana , Pearl Jam , Cold Play , U2 , Creed , etc. . Currently at the one café Sapu Lidi their potential seen by Kang Noey ( Java Jive ) who are looking for bands to fill a compilation album . Of the three demo songs sent to , "Sahabat" , " Mimpi Yang Sempurna " , and " Taman Langit " , selected the song "Mimpi Yang Sempurna" to be included in 2002 compilation album The Story was released in July 2002 evening . The song unexpectedly become the hero and boost album sales to over 150,000 copies .
However, on 4 November 2006 , Andika and Indra , officially out of the band members . Both of these former members eventually formed another group called The Titans. Post-discharge Andika and Indra , their position is occupied by two additional musicians , namely Lucky and David . With these additional formations , Peterpan released Hari Yang Cerah. The launching event was also made another album because it is done in the two countries . RUUMS in Kuala Lumpur on May 25, 2007 after it was in Bandung at the Monumen Pahlawan Gazebo and broadcast live at 6 television stations .
This album is claimed as their last album with the name "PETERPAN" . Ariel claims that in the end they will release the name Peterpan and using other names. Although without formation intact as before , peterpan still able to show 'teeth' . In September 2007, they had the honor to participate in the show " Song Festival " in South Korea . Previously , peterpan also still capable of bagging the award for Best Favorite Artist Indonesia MTV Asia Award 2006 and the Pop Group Album SCTV Music Award 2006 Ngetop.
Although Peterpan has gone, it has now split into The Titans and Noah , but it can not be denied like or not Peterpan’s songs and it’s works will always be remembered in the Indonesian music scene .
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