Tomorrow, June 12 2014 marks two great things. First is the opening of the World Cup. Second is 's debut show in Jakarta at Bau-Haus in Kuningan! The cool cats at Ashram* have been kind enough to ask us to join in the fun and yours truly will be laying down some jazz and samba-funk foundations before the real thing kicks off.
As I've been lucky enough to see a few of LeFtO's performances back in Europe, I can't recommend this guy enough. So make sure you come in early to join in the fun.
So in the meantime, here's a Jakarta-exclusive mix he did!
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The Kuda is the anomaly of Indonesian Punk. Their music is a strange combination of rock ‘n roll, 70’s tunes, garage rock with absurd lyric. Combine that with raw (often humorous) fast performances, then, you’ll get a proper portrayal of this Bogor based group. This group has already spread their proto tunes on several releases. Released by Yesnowave in May 2011, their first album “Misteri Torpedo” set the foundation for The Kuda, gaining attention from local music lovers. Followed by Split Album with Gangrena Surf (Chile) and the Night Stalkers (French), contributed to PunkAID (2012) Aceh Calling compilation. They also collaborate with Ruang Rupa’s artist on an art project in Australia. They also share a song on the “Rocket Rain” movie soundtrack.
And on the last day of May, The Kuda comes back with their EP. Titled “Duka Kuda”, this EP contains 5 songs with one cover song from The Stooges. This EP will be released on limited c-30 cassette package. This package will also include a booklet from their collaboration with Ruang Rupa’s artists. The Kuda will be performing at this launching event with DJ Nick Hefber, Seaside and Bequiet as their opening.
Do come to this party and have the vintage proto sensation yourself!
“Duka Kuda” Tracklist:
• Lihatlah Lurus Ke Depan,
• Ilalang Hilang,
• Hantu Laut,
• Kapan Kapan Kapan,
• No Fun (The Stooges),
• Tumbila.
The registration for local bands to compete in the exclusive Converse Rubber Tracks competition has opened. Contestants are able to register their track through this link: www.whiteboardjournal.com/CRT
Once submitted, our own panel of judges will pick the top 5 best tracks. Subsequently the public will select a winner. The winner will then be invited to record their track at the Converse Rubber Tracks Studio in Brooklyn, New York. .
Part of the Good Story Competition, Never Stop Dreaming is a short documentary describing the efforts of Scholar4ID, an organization that provides children from low-income homes a 3-year education program. Beginning with testimonies of individuals who are part of the Scholar4ID program, the short describes their dreams bettering their as well as their families' living condition by entering university and later on getting jobs in fields such as programming and business. The video then goes on to describe Scholar4ID's activities as well as their vision.
Scholar4ID help students by way of mentoring and intenrship-programs, teaching soft skills, as well as exposure to the workplace and universities (as shown in the video where the kids visit a university in Singapore). Do visit Scholar4ID's website, it is a wonderful program that help students gain access to information as well as opportunities to realize their dreams. Check out the video and visit the following link for more information.
Bursting with thought on your head? We’re looking for your wildest ideas to clash colors against a gray world. And this time, you have the chance to set your colors with @KOMA_INDO himself. Submit photos or videos to @KOMA_INDO with hashtags #CLASHWALL #WEARSNEAKERS and see our local street artist bring them to life!
For the first time Converse is bringing its much coveted to Indonesia’s capital. This is your chance to have your music recorded at a professional studio with world-class engineers. Join the competition and have the chance to win a recording session and a trip to Brooklyn, New York.
Converse Rubber Tracks is a worldwide competition that invites local bands/music acts from a wide variety of countries with an aim to reward their creativity by providing a recording trip to New York, all expenses covered.
If you feel your band has what it takes to win, . Winners of the competition will be selected to record their selected track at the studio in Brooklyn.
More information to follow soon. Keep your eyes open and your amps plugged in.
Record your music. Keep your music. That’s how Converse does it.
For more information regarding Converse Rubber Tracks please contact:
Backstage Life Bareng Grrrl Gang di Episode Kelima Vindy Ngapain?
Tahun ini Grrrl Gang mendapatkan kesempatan untuk menjadi salah satu line up di We The Fest 2019, dan Vindy diperbolehkan untuk mengikuti aktivitas mereka.
Tahun ini Grrrl Gang mendapatkan kesempatan untuk menjadi salah satu line up di We The Fest 2019, dan Vindy diperbolehkan untuk mengikuti aktivitas mereka.
Son of another Indonesian great, multi-instrumentalist-Jack Lesmana, Indra Lesmana is a child prodigy who learned how to master the keys at a young age, with his first performances done at the age of ten to an audience of hundreds and thousands, and his first album released when he was 12 years old. From child to adulthood, Indra Lesmana has dedicated his life to music.
With currently over 50 albums released, his musical endeavors are not restricted to jazz, Indra Lesmana has also released a multitude of critically acclaimed pop records, winning a BASF Award for his meaningful pop numbers. Currently busy promoting the first LLW record, LLW being his modern jazz trio with bassist-Barry Likumahuwa and drummer-Sandy Winarta, Indra Lesmana spared some time our of his busy schedule to talk to W_Music about some highlights from his three decade-long career, LLW, and leaves the viewers and aspiring musicians some words of wisdom. Enjoy!
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Invent Your Future
Temukan siapa dirimu dan bagaimana karaktermu menentukan arah masa depan.
