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Just like the name suggests, each member of Lomba Sihir is showcasing their own kind of magic, blending into a single, seamless line that sounds beautiful and heartwarming.

As someone who has followed (almost) every franchise within the Hindia-verse, this is the most fun, relaxed, and creative Hindia has ever sounded. It's just so enjoyable to hear him like this—especially with his flexible and flowing lyricism.

Kudos as well to every member of the band—Udu, Enrico, Rayhan ... read more

One word to describe Rimpang is "different." It's something new that Efek Rumah Kaca tried to do, and it may have felt shocking for some. Nevertheless, this experimental approach is something I appreciate.

The electronic aspect is really dominant. Although there are some parts where the creative decision is questionable, most of it is executed nicely while blending the core elements of the group. It's quite a successful experiment.

The lyrical aspect is different too from ... read more

So far, this is the peak of the Indonesian music scene. Efek Rumah Kaca is standing alone at the top, with nobody coming close.

Each track, representing a color and a topic, consists of fragments that are delivered neatly in each part. Arranged beautifully, each transition flows smoothly, creating a seamless experience on each track. You get engaged: laughing, crying, angry, then hopeful.

Merah talks about politics, Biru talks about the music industry, Jingga talks about loss, Hijau talks ... read more

Been a while since the last time I heard this project, and I must say, I was overrating it a bit.

This one doesn't give me as many sparks as I thought it would, but it's still a pretty solid project. Other than Tubuhmu Membiru...Tragis and Kamar Gelap, which I think are average, the others are great and mesmerizing.

Although I think it's on the same level as the self-titled album, each brings its own uniqueness. As an LP, Kamar Gelap brings a more uplifting energy than its ... read more