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07.03.16

Seleksi Karya: Stones Throw Records

Stones Throw Records adalah label musik independen dari Amerika yang didirikan pada tahun 1996. Selama 20 tahun, label ini telah menjadi terkenal pada skena musik independen dikarenakan kualitas rilisan yang konsisten dan bagus. Musisi seperti Madlib, Peanut Butter Wolf, J Dilla, dan Aloe Blacc telah membentuk karakter Stones Throw yang soulful dan inovatif. Berikut adalah rilisan Stones Throw Records yang patut didengar dan dikoleksi.

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03.03.16

Silenced, Only to Become Louder

In the fourth part of her Jakarta's Youth in Real Life series, Yanti Sastrawan discusses the recent wave of media censorship in Indonesia that are anchored in what is assumed to be the country's moral grounds. Find out about the various events that has become popular discussion amongst netizens today in this article.

02.03.16

Seni Kolaboratif bersama Wok the Rock

Wok the Rock adalah nama yang tidak asing lagi di skena seni dan musik Indonesia. Aktivis budaya ini memperkaya ranah kreatif lokal dengan gagasan karya eksperimental dan interdisipliner melalui seni, kuratorial dan musik. Wok The Rock adalah Direktur Mes 56, inisiator Yes No Wave Music dan di tahun 2015 ia berperan sebagai kurator Biennale Jogja XIII. Kami berkesempatan untuk berbincang dengan Wok the Rock mengenai perjalanan karir dan perspektifnya dalam berkesenian.

29.02.16

The 6th Music Gallery

If you are looking for a music festival in the city of Jakarta then look no further. Music Gallery returns in 2016. Organized yearly by students of Universitas Indonesia's school of business and economics, this year's Music Gallery will be its 6th, and will feature exciting upcoming acts such as Kelompok Penerbang Roket, seasoned Indonesian musicians such as Float, as well as two international acts, this year being Panama and Last Dinosaurs. Check out the line up below, and if it is an event you want to attend be sure to purchase your tickets early by contacting the organizers (information below). Find out more about the 6th Music Gallery by visiting their website. The 6th Music Gallery Saturday, 12th of March 2016 Kuningan City Ballroom Tickets are now available for 110K on Music Gallery's website, through @gotixindonesia, @goersapp , @_bobobobo_ or contact Alin (+6281289801570) for more info. -- From the Music Gallery Website Line Up: Last Dinosaurs Heading on the road from Brisbane, Australia to The 6th Music Gallery is LAST DINOSAURS! Delivering the band's pop sensibilities with youthful vigor and endearing eccentricity, their new album, "Wellness" will spoil you with the band's most distinguished and proud body of work. Having scored heavy rotation on Triple J and a Top 10 spot on the ARIA charts with their 2012 breakthrough album In A Million Years, the band then toured extensively throughout Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia for three years. They accumulated a wealth of knowledge and memories locked away in their mental vaults, before stepping back into the studio to record their sophomore effort Wellness. Panama Winning hearts with their trademark "electronic power ballads" to the 6th Music Gallery stage are PANAMA Marrying the timeless power of a good song with an eye to the future, Panama are winning hearts with their trademark “electronic power ballads”. Signing to Future Classic, the release of the Always EP saw Panama top the Hype Machine charts with the title track with more than 3 million Soundcloud plays. To support their debut Northern Hemisphere tour, the band released ‘Stay Forever’ a powerfully emotive summer pop release which evokes feelings of balmy, care-free night drives, flanked by an emotional piano-heavy intro and trademark Panama crescendos. Tigapagi Started from the album entitled Roekmana’s Repertoire and reliving an ambience during 1965 symbolises their style of monochromatic music. Roekmana needed an idea to brighten and colour their music. From here, the existence of three men were acknowledged, their names are Sigit Agung Pramudita, Eko Sakti Oktavianto, and Primadian Febrianto. The collaboration of these men, not to mention that two of them; Prima and Eko were siblings, reincarnated Roekmana’s Repertoire through their band Kelompok Penerbang Roket Kelompok Penerbang Roket was able to chart in their music through rock music with local influences from the 70’s era such as Duo Kribo, AKA and Panbers. This revolutionary band comprises of three spectacular dudes with a brilliant and common approach on rock music and they go by the name of John Paul Patton (Coki), Rey Marshall, and Viki Vikranta. With their first album being launched entitled Teriakan Bocah, Kelompok Penerbang Roket was able to captivate a lot of rock enthusiasts and other audiences as they are unique with their own music. Elephant Kind Elephant Kind started in the midst of 2013 by Bam Mastro, when he was still gaining his bachelor degree in Australia. Bam roughly started out his music career by writing songs, and produced it as well for his sister, known as, Neonomora. This move makes a jump start in his career, when 3 of his future bandmates met him and join the band. Bam Mastro, Dewa Pratama, Bayu Adisapoetra and John Paul Patton are the ones responsible for the success of this band. Float Float was established in the late 2004’s and now comprised of three young men, Hotma "Meng" Roni Simamora, David Q Lintang, Timur, Arman Benyamin, and Raymond Agus Saputra, Float became very distinct through their lyrics expressed in beautiful metaphors and rhythms to put you into sways. With their famous single “Tiga Hari Untuk Selamanya”featured in a movie with the given title, Float rocketed as Best Soundtrack in Jakarta Film Festival. Mocca Established in 1997 and originated from Bandung, Mocca has been reliving delicious tastes of the 70’s with fusions of Retro, Swing, Bossanova, Swedish Pop and Jazz. Comprised of Arina Ephipania Simangunsong, Riko Prayitno, Achmad ("Toma") Pratama, and Indra Massad as the core of the band. With the release of their album “My Diary” they have placed as “150 Greatest Indonesian Albums of All Time” by Rolling Stones Indonesia. Silampukau Originated from Surabaya under a unique name, Silampukau, this revolutionary band was formed expressively as it depicts the conflicts and voices of the community of their origin.With their recently released album, Dosa, Kota dan Kenangan, Silampukau has shaped a vivid ad lyrical perception of the tragedy in Tambak Bayan. Enjoy an expressive yet serene ride with Silampukau at The 6th Music Gallery! Dried Cassava Four minds integrated as one producing alternative sounds behind the tasty Dried Cassava. Established in 2005, the band has released two albums offering salty pleasure amidst the complexity of human life. With their first album entitled “Mind Thieves”, Dried Cassava reached a peak season through their hit single “Paradox”. Until now, they are enliven their legacy through their latest album “Sensitive Explosive”. Sentimental Moods Sentimental Moods! Comprised of Beni Adhiantoro (drum), Daniel Sukotjo (bariton saxophone), Dharmo Soedirman (kibor), Pardiffa Effrido (bass), Ranando Arliccan (perkusi), Taufiq Alkatiri (terompet), Wirastomo H.W (gitar), and Yurie Fachran (tenor saxophone), Sentimental Moods is very well known for its ska jazz music. Danilla x Mondo Gascaro A combination of one talented woman with an exceptional and soothing voice and a talented man who has a strong sense in music composing melodic tunes represents a mind blowing work of art. This new collaboration of Danilla and Mondo Gascaro becomes a favor to many music enthusiasts as it offers an experimental flair to the innovating music industry! Maliq & d'Essentials Adorned with lyrics recited to common emotions, Maliq and D Essentials brought sensation to many listeners. Ever since their release of debut album in 2004, they have reached the fascination of various music enthusiast. As they started joining Organic Records, they have brought a fresher new vibe that still pleases ears of many. Ease your day with their mesmerizing jazzy tunes, and get infatuated with this band's mellifluous voice as they perform their new and classic songs. The Addams Starting from the name of Lonely Band to The Adams, this indie power pop band was formed in 2001 and comprised of Ario Hendarwan, Saleh Bin Husein, Arfan, Kaka , Gigih. The Adams have recorded various tracks which became soundtracks of nostalgic movies such as Janji Joni and Quickee Express which marks the popularity of their vintage tunes to the youth. They have titled as Best Indie Music Video by Anugerah Video Music.

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