[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!