[2025] Recommended Bands from Indonesia: A Summary
When people think of Asian music outside of Japan, many might only come up with K-pop.
But in fact, each country across Asia has a music scene with a deeply fascinating history.
This time we’re focusing on Indonesia, whose presence has been steadily growing—especially in recent years, with many Indonesian bands performing live in Japan.
In this article, we’ll dive into the appeal of top-tier bands that transcend genres like rock, pop, and metal, highlighting everyone from rising talents to seasoned veterans.
From a unique musicality that fuses tradition and innovation to lyrics that resonate deeply, you’re sure to discover sounds you’ll love.
Let’s experience together the rich depth of Indonesia’s music scene!
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[2025] Recommended Bands from Indonesia (21–30)
SahabatGigi
Gigi is a famous Indonesian rock band.
Formed in 1994 in the city of Bandung, the band is popular not only in Indonesia but also overseas.
Sahabat, which could be considered rare in Indonesia, is a song themed around friendship rather than romance, and it was highly praised among fans.
When you want to recall good and sad memories with friends, be sure to give this song a listen!
Benci Untuk MencintaEndank Soekamti Ft. Naif
Endank Soekamti and Naif were famous Indonesian indie bands that were very popular.
They were also popular among Indonesian youth.
“Benci Untuk Mencinta” is a song about love.
It means “I like you, but I can’t love you.” It’s an interesting song, so please give it a listen!
Bunga TerakhirRomeo
Romeo is a famous Indonesian pop band.
Formed in 1999, among the songs they have released, Bunga Terakhir became their biggest hit.
Bunga Terakhir is a very sad song.
It’s perfect for someone who has just been told goodbye by their lover.
Simpan SajaEcoutez!
Ecoutez! is an Indonesian pop-jazz band with a female vocalist.
Formed in 2005, the band is popular among people in their teens to thirties.
“Simpan Saja” is a song themed around the limits of love.
It’s perfect for those who have been betrayed by the same things over and over and are thinking about breaking up.
LukaKilling Me Inside Ft. AIU
Killing Me Inside is a famous rock band from Indonesia.
AIU (also known as Ayu Ratna) is a well-known Indonesian singer who was active in Japan for a time.
Luka is a story about the wounds of love.
Please give it a listen!
Aku Percaya PilihankuKotak
Kotak is a rock band formed in 2004 and is most famous among Indonesians from their teens to their forties.
Aku Percaya Pilihanku is a song themed around love.
It was created for those who, even when their relationship is opposed by people around them, have decided to believe in their partner.
DiaMALIQ & D’ Essential
MALIQ & D’Essentials is a famous Indonesian jazz band that performed at many jazz festivals in the 2000s.
“Dia” is a song themed around love.
When you’re so crazy about your partner that you just can’t get them out of your head, give this song a listen!