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From the smoky swing of Jazz to the fiery rhythms of Latin and the polish of Western Pop, Kenang-Kenangan Vol.1 is a genre-blending tribute to how globalization turns borders into bridges, essentially reimagining Indonesian music through a kaleidoscope of cross-cultural sound. Curated by Masamichi Baba, a passionate archivist and cultural connector, Kenang-Kenangan Vol.1 reflects his …

From Batavia to Bossa: The 50s Indonesian Sound  Read More »

A room that screams clutter filled with musical instruments, a couch you can sink into, walls enriched with written words and posters, a source of lighting through a dim red lamp, and most importantly, the title of Bandung based reggae band The Paps’ sophomore album “Soul”, spray painted onto the ceiling. Like a slow motion …

“Between Dub and Daydreams: Soul Searching Through The Paps’ Tranquil Tones” Read More »

For connoisseurs of classical Sundanese music, rich with the textures of gamelan, ketuk tilu, and the delicate strums of ketcapi, the name Upit Sarimanah resonates like a timeless refrain. Her voice, both grounded in tradition and emotionally transcendent, remains a pillar of West Java’s musical heritage. Upit Sarimanah was born on 16 April 1928, in …

The Timeless Legacy of Upit Sarimanah Returns in Self-Titled Vinyl Release Read More »

Wandering through a secret garden wrapped in mist, white attire flowing down your body whilst dozing off to reality, Commemorate’s self-titled album weaves a cinematic atmosphere, inviting listeners to conjure vivid worlds with ease. Commemorate is a Kuala Lumpur based band that consists of 5 members: Sasha Ningkan (guitar and vocals), Irman Hilmi (guitar), Tariq …

Commemorate: The Power Of Simplicity Through A Whirlwind Of Guitars and Distortions Read More »