22.08.25
W_LIST: Best Local Music of 2025 So Far
Sederet pilihan lagu-lagu lokal terbaik sejauh ini di 2025, langsung dari ruang editorial kami.
Sederet pilihan lagu-lagu lokal terbaik sejauh ini di 2025, langsung dari ruang editorial kami.
As you will find out in this Interview, Anitha Silvia loves the East Java's city of Surabaya. An active member of C2O Library & Collabtive, Ayorek!, Indonesia Netlabel, and Sunday Market - her dedication to create a thriving cultural environment in Surabaya is strongly felt. Responsible for many events ranging from educational to entertainment, Silvia shared stories and opinions regarding her work in this Interview. Enjoy.
As you will read in the interview, Lisa Virgiano is passionate about Indonesian food and ingredients. Establishing Azanaya in 2009 as means to channel her interest, she quickly delved into understanding Indonesia's agricultural history and became one of the most trusted experts in culinary tradition. Whiteboard Journal had the opportunity to interview Virgiano where she talked about the importance of understanding food, Indonesia's potential in agriculture, and her interests as well as projects she is currently involved in.
Akamady is perhaps Jakarta’s only record store specializing solely in online retail. Formed by the like-minded trio Pattra Pangestu and Jonathan ‘Ojon’ Kusuma of Space Rec./Space System along with Gerhan Ferdinal of Quirk It Soundsystem, Akamady have recently released the much-admired Komodo 7”, which marks their first step as a record label. Chandra Drews visited them at their office/studio at Rossi Musik for a short and pleasant chat.
Slank is a legendary Indonesian rock band who had seen plenty during its years of existence. From becoming super stars in the 90's, overcoming drug addictions, to breathing new life into their work, this is one band that consistently reinvent themselves. Mar Galo visited their headquarters, Potlot to chat with the group about their 30-year journey as Slank, their music, and the social campaigns they are involved in.
Apichatpong Weerasethakul is a renowned Thai filmmaker whose films have won several prestigious awards (including Cannes Festival's Palme d'Or for "Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives"). His unique approach to filmmaking has garnered the attention of an international audience, and is responsible for creating some of the most memorable films of recent years. Announced as the regional ambassador for Tropfest Southeast Asia, Whiteboard Journal had a chance to speak with him during the festival's press conference.
For those who are interested in Japanese fashion, the name Motofumi "Poggy" Kogi is a familiar one. The buyer and Director for United Arrows & Sons brings a unique personality to the world of fashion; his interest for street wear and the suit reflects his forward- thinking perspective, making him a character that has been in the forefront of several trends. He recently visited Whiteboard Journal HQ while observing the local fashion scene through the visit of various stores and exhibitions.
Di episode ketiga Direktori, kami berkunjung ke Makassar untuk belajar tentang bagaimana semangat literasi menghidupkan budaya kota juga tentang kebersamaan dalam keberagaman.
Temukan siapa dirimu dan bagaimana karaktermu menentukan arah masa depan.
