Episode 100: Last Episode of Audio Podcast with Adrian Adioetomo

In this 100th and last episode of season 4, ‘young blues man’ Adrian Adioetomo describes his love for delta blues, a sub-genre born in the Mississippi delta in the late 1920s. His debut album Delta Indonesia, on which Adrian plays a 1931 National Duolian as well as a 1932 Woodbody Dobro resonator guitar was recorded so to exactly produce the sound of the delta blues as it was heard in the 1930s. This episode features Adrian’s favorite songs, 'Blues Iblis' and 'Tegangan Tinggi' (high voltage) as well as a ‘live for this podcast only’ version of ‘Telegram’! Very different indeed! In this episode Lens, Aghi and all of the Equinox DMD staff would like to say big thanks to Djarum for sponsoring us for the audio podcast, we sure hope to see you again for the new season, new format of video podcast soon!! 17:10 9.3 MB

Episode 99: Cindy Bernadette

For this episode Aghi and Lens dress up to meet with friendly Bandung diva Cindy Bernadette in one of Jakarta’s finest hotels. Cindy explains how her previous problems with a major record label made her sign with an indie label to finally release her 2nd album ‘Wish No.1’. For this album Cindy wrote most songs herself and the result is a catchy mix of pop, soul and R&B with influences from artists such as Mary J. Blige, Maxwell and Sade. She also talks about her musical journey started from her schooldays back in New York and other stuff. From Wish No.1 we play Cindy’s favorite song 'Thankful' as well as the upbeat one 'Brand New Day'. 18:22 10.3 MB

Episode 98: Sherina Munaf

In this episode Aghi and Lens talk to the multi-talented, former child singer and actress, Sherina Munaf (who is still only 17 years young) about the release of her impressive 4th album 'Primadona' for which she wrote and composed most of the songs herself. Listen also to Sherina reveals her star sign, her musical influences, and her dreams to be a music composer for film. Basically, ‘Sherina’s got everything’ and that’s it! This episode features Sherina’s favorite song, ‘Primadona’ as well as beautiful ‘Better than Love’. . ‘Sherina’s got everything’ and that’s it! 18:26 11 MB

Episode 97: Rekti from The S.I.G.I.T

In a small roadside café on a busy street in his hometown Bandung, vocalist Rekti talks to Lens and Aghi about his band The S.I.G.I.T (The Super Insurgent Group of Intemperance Talent), hailed by many as the most electric hard ‘rock and roll’ boogaloo groups to emerge from Indonesia for years. Rekti explains his band’s love for 60s and 70s rock, the deeper meanings of some of his lyrics, their tour in Australia and his dream to play in New York one day. From their critically acclaimed debut album ‘Visible Idea of Perfection’ we play ‘Let It Go’ and the pumping ‘Clove Doper’. Fasten your seatbelts and get ready to rock with The S.I.G.I.T!!!!! 17:00 9.4 MB

Episode 96: Trisnoise from PAS

For this episode, Aghi and Lens took the train to Bandung to meet up with Trisnoise, bass player of the legendary ‘Pas Band’ (since 1990). The outspoken Trisnoise speaks about staying true to your roots and lashes out at bands that ‘sell out’ to major labels. Most focus, however, is on their ‘The Beast of PAS’ album (their 7th) and Trisnoise uses some of their many great songs to talk us through the band’s long and interesting history. This podcast also features Trisnoise’s personal favorite ‘Impresi' as well as ‘Anak Kali Sekarang’. These ‘dirty old rockers’ deserve the biggest possible audience so don’t hesitate and check them out! 17:03 9.2 MB

Episode 95: Ireng Maulana Christmas Special Podcast

For this special Christmas episode we invited Ireng Maulana, Indonesian jazz legend, guitarist, producer and founder of both the Ireng Maulana All Stars and the internationally acclaimed Jakarta Jazz (Jak Jazz) Festival. Ireng gladly tells Lens and Aghi about his long and interesting music career that started in the early 60s in New York, and continues until today. From his Christmas album "Christmas Wishes For Jazz Lovers" ,a collaboration of many well known Indonesian jazz artists, we feature 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" and Ireng’s own favorite "Blue Christmas" . Ireng Maulana, Aghi and Lens wish you all a healthy and prosperous 2008! 19:42 10.6 MB

Episode 94: Iyo and Adi from Pure Saturday

For this episode we traveled to Bandung to meet up with Pure Saturday, pioneers of the local indie scene and an inspiration for many Indonesian bands since 1994. Former manager, now singer, Iyo talks about being in the music business for over 10 years, his favorite songs and why it was time to release their best of album ‘Time for a Change, Time to Move on’. This episode features their breakthrough single ‘Kosong' (empty) as well as 'Spoken', 1 of the 2 new songs on the album. Despite the title of their ‘best of’ album, Iyo promised me there is still much more to come from Pure Saturday. Great! Because this is a very special band! 16:23 8.9 MB

Episode 93: Dua

In this episode, Lona, accompanied by 3 other members from ‘sweet’ pop band Dua (two) talks about why being a duo didn’t plan out to be and why she feels much better with a full band behind her. The main focus is of course on the romantic debut album ‘Tentang Kita’ and Lona tries to describe each of the songs in one word. We feature the band’s favorite song 'Tentang Kita' , their hit single 'Kau' and some live singing of 'Kau' with vocal support of the rest of Dua. Interesting (and ambitious) young band, interesting pod cast! 16:44 9.07 MB.

Episode 92: Senyawa

In this episode, Popo, keyboardist for Malang (East Java) band Senyawa, accompanied by the other band members, joins Lens and Aghi in our studio to explain the band’s move to Jakarta as well as the sudden departure of 2 of the band members, their decision to change the album cover and other stuff. Anyway, Senyawa (including his guest vocalist and girlfriend Alena) managed to produce a wonderful pop rock album called Sepenuh Hati (Full of Heart) and they talk about it with passion. We feature 1st single "Gerimis" a song featuring Alena and ‘the song the band are most proud of "Narsis". 17:32 10.1 MB

Episode 91: J-Rocks

In the noisiest episode so far we let all the members of pop rock formation J-Rocks talk about their love for Japan, and in particular Japanese music and fashion and the release of their second album ‘Spirit’. They also explain why they went all the way to the land of the rising sun (bringing some of their fans too!), simply to shoot a video for "Juwita Hati", a song that is featured in this pod cast as well as their 1st single "Kau Curi Lagi". Although J-Rocks’ combination of good-looks and catchy tunes make them especially popular with the younger female audiences around Indonesia, they are very serious about making better music and eventually going international. Aghi and I wish them all the success in the world! 16:36 9.4MB

Episode 90: Hogi from Agrikulture

Our guest in this episode is DJ Hogi from electro pop band Agrikulture, one of Jakarta’s most dynamic live acts and the envy of many of their peers after sharing a stage with Beastie Boys and Prodigy. In this interview Hogi mostly talks about their debut album Dawai Damai, and also a special review by Hogi of Kompor Meledug, a remake of a song by the late Benjamin S. , one of Indonesia’s most loved comedians . The podcast features 1st single ‘Gosip’ as well as the beautiful ‘New Day’ (with Tika on vocals!). 19:30 10.6 MB

Episode 89: VOX Album Review Podcast

In this podcast Aghi is finally given the microphone to talk about his favorite band at the moment, Surabaya folk rock quartet Vox and their fantastic debut album Pada Awalnya (At the Beginning) from Aksara Records. Since they started in 2006, Vox have quickly established themselves as one of the ‘best to watch’ live acts on the Indonesian stages and luckily they have managed to keep the same energy on the album. Aghi also reviews the title track "Pada Awalnya" and "My Baby Blue" while Lens admits why he likes last song on the album "Surabaya No 1" so much. 16:47, 9.2 MB

Episode 88: Bounty and Lutfi from Purgatory

In this episode we introduce Bone and Lutfi from Purgatory, a heavy metal band from Jakarta who just released their debut album “Beauty Lies Beneath”. Listen to them explain the deep meanings behind their lyrics as well as hear a few interesting stories about their long journey through Jakarta’s music scene. We also feature two songs "Downfall" and "55:13" so turn up the volume and start banging your head! 17:18, 9.6 MB.

Episode 87: DJ Riri Special Podcast

In this episode, Aghi and Lens sit down in a quiet corner of a busy pub in South Jakarta called Eastern Promise, to interview one of the busiest, and one of the most famous DJs in Indonesia, DJ Riri, to talk about his musical background, his award winning album and his current and future projects in the dance music scene. We feature 2 songs "Fade Away" and "Endless Rue"...so start spinnin' and play the music, Mr. DJ! 16:53, 9.2 MB

Episode 86: Eka Annash from The Brandals about Brandalisme

The Brandals are back! In this episode vocalist Eka Annash is unstoppable on Aghi’s new leather sofa when he speaks about The Brandals’ latest (3rd) album. Yes, ‘Brandalisme’ has it all; catchy melodies built around great guitar riffs with a sniff of psychadelica, some surf sounds, rockabilly, a Hammond organ and even trumpets. He also talks about their crazy plan to launch their album at a prison. We feature three songs: "100% Kontrol", "Is It You Girl" and "Janji 100 Hari" 19:48, 11MB.

Episode 85: Fajar Nuswantoro from F Mayor

In this episode, Fajar Nuswantoro - musician, teacher and other half of Jakarta pop duo F-Mayor - explains passionately why their debut album "Mulai Terbang" promotes free education for everybody. We feature three songs ("Izinkan Aku", "Tolong" and "Tak Beranjak"), and Fajar also speaks up about other problems facing Indonesia and questions the competence of Indonesian politicians. Tune in to hear some insightful views on deep topics from a worried young musician. 17:28, 9.2 MB

Episode 84: Denny Zulkarnaen from Lipgloss

Lipgloss guitarist Denny Zulkarnaen joins Lens and Aghi in the studio to talk about his band’s struggle to record their hot debut album Asa (hope). The band’s change in vocalists and the death of a family member during the recordings largely influenced the album’s lyrics of despair. Denny also takes his time to carefully explain the meaning behind the 3 featured songs in the episode, "Di Atas Namamu", "Bagi Yang Tertinggal" and Lens’ personal favorite and
award winning song “Mereka Sebut Timur" 19:38, 10.7 MB

Episode 83: Indra Prasta from theRain

In this episode, Indra Prasta, lead singer of popular Yogyakarta pop band The Rain talks virtually non-stop and with a good sense of humor about how some event organizers are afraid to book them because it often rains during their live gigs, why their friends told the band not to name themselves “No Rain” and why they hardly sell any albums in the places they are most popular. Of course we also talk their latest album "Serenade", an album full of honest 90s pop rock. Three songs are featured as well: “Dan Biar Esok Menjadi Misteri", "Persimpangan" , and their biggest hit "Dengar Bisikku" 19:07, 10.5MB.

Episode 82: Andy and Ghamta from Sheath

This week Lens and Aghi meet with Andy and Ghamta from Sheath, one of the hottest alternative pop bands from Bandung, to talk about their recently-released iTunes-exclusive album “Temporary Happiness”. Tune in to hear some insider stories about their songs and some surprises that came up in the Yes/No game. Aghi features two songs “It’s Not Goodbye" and "Surgeon of Pleasant Dream". 15:57, 8.8MB.

Episode 81: Producer David Tarigan about Mesin Waktu

One of the VIPs in Indonesia’s music industry, a music producer, a representative of the Indie music scene, a talented musician, a record collector...you name it, David Tarigan’s the man. This week David joins Lens and Aghi in the studio to talk about the newly-released compilation album, Mesin Waktu, a tribute for the band Naif. We feature three songs: "Mobil Balap" by The Brandals, "Nanar" by The Monopohones, and "Hidup Itu Indah" by SORE . 17:47, 9.9MB.

Episode 80: Video Director Anggun Priambodo Special Podcast

In this episode we interview no musicians or band member..instead we talk to Anggun Priambodo, one of Indonesia ’s youngest and most productive music video makers. With already 60 videos to his credit (including videos for Peter Pan, The Adams and Goodnight Electric) it is interesting to hear him talk serious about his reasons for making videos, where he gets his ideas from, the video he’s most proud of and 3 of his videos and the songs by Pure Saturday, Lain and Goodnight Electric. Less serious matters, such as why he collects squid dolls are also explained. 17:40. 10MB.

Episode 79: Ale from The Adams

In this episode we talk to Ale, guitarist of one of Jakarta's most popular teenage bands The Adams. Although the main focus is on their latest (2nd) album V2.05 full of catchy pop rock tunes with beautiful 'Beach Boys' vocal harmonies, we also learn that The Adams like to go for long 'therapeutic' walks and their crazy guitar player who performed wearing nothing but leaves...something girls would be screaming for.
This episode also features 3 Adams' songs, including their biggest hit to date 'Halo Beni', a song about their
former bass player, Beni (??). 18:01, 9.7MB.

Episode 78: Maria and Aroel from Stereomantic

In this episode we talk to Stereomantic duo Maria and Aroel about how they met, their shared love for the Carpenters, Maria's soon to be published poetry as well as her love for bright coloured wigs and Aroel's side job as a male model and a house DJ. But of course, most focus is on their newly released self-titled debut album and their songwriting process. The show also features 3 of their songs including their biggest hit to date 'Takut'. 18:45, 10.44MB.

Episode 77: Gary Gray from Hallo Mister

This week Lens interviews Gary Gray, the motor behind Hallo Mister, the only all-expat band in Indonesia. Gary talks about how their love for Indonesia inspires them in creating their music. Listen to some crazy tips from Gary on how bands can sell more CDs while playing gigs in bars and clubs. We feature 3 songs from their recently-released debut album "It Doesn't Get Any Better Than This". 17:10, 9.2MB.

Episode 76: Zeke Khaseli from Zeke and The Popo

In this episode Lens and Aghi talk to Zeke from Zeke and the Popo (ZATPP), a spacey, psychedelic analog band, unique for using lots of own visuals during live performance. Aside from his successful band, LAIN, Zeke tries to take ZATPP to the much wider audiences. Zeke talks about the new album as well as his time in Seattle where he studied with Duff McKagen (Guns&Roses), his love for film and writing lyrics, going to strip clubs transcend him to be more than just a mere maker of novelty songs. Lens played the new retouched big hit "Mighty Love" and their first single "Professor Komodo." 16:43, 9MB.

Episode 75: Henry Foundation from Goodnight Electric

Welcome to the new Season Four of New Music from Indonesia by Djarum podcast with our new hosts Lens and Aghi. Kicking off the new season with bang, they interviewed Henry Foundation of the highly acclaimed electronic band Goodnight Electric. Listen up for the newly added features and animated questions from the hosts as they discuss the inside story of Goodnight Electric's journey to success. Lens plays the biggest hit, "Am I Robot?" from their first album and two new songs from their new album, "Electroduce Yourself". Check it out and let us know what you think! 19:48, 10.3 MB

Episode 74: Classic Rock Special and Jason sign-off

The genre that has the greatest staying power in Indonesia isn't gamelan or keroncong, it is Classic Rock. In this episode we feature three artists that keep it alive and kicking: The Wheels with "Gadis Malam", Orphan with "Romeo and Julie", and Betrayer with "Cinta Yang Kembali".

This episode marks the end of Season Three of New Music from Indonesia, and also is the last one hosted by Jason Tedjasukmana. All of us here at Equinox DMD give Jason a big shout out for all of his hard work promoting artists and music from Indonesia. Tune in next week for a new season, a new format, a new logo, a new host and a new audio engineer. 11:52, 5.6MB.

Episode 73: Made J

One of Bali's best Blues guitarists, Made J, was in Bali recently and Mark managed to catch him his concert to launch the Alila Independent Selection Vol. 1. This concert was recorded and is now live on iTunes as well. Do check it out - it's an incredible (and rare) live recording. We feature two songs: "A Little More Time" and "Memphis Train". 11:52, 5.6MB.

Episode 72: Bali Special

Thanks for all the great feedback on last week's live Navicula podcast - and since you want to hear even more music from the Island of the Gods we put together a special Bali episode featuring our latest acquisitions. Our featured artists this week are: Born by Mistake with "Acrimonious Hate", Di Ubud with "Ci Jelema Iri" and Telephone with "Kekalahanku". 13:51, 6.6MB.

Episode 71: Navicula

This week Jason travels to Bali to attend the album launch of one of Bali's hottest bands, Navicula. Lead singer Robbie talks about the scene in Kuta amidst the all-night rock concert. We feature two songs performed live from their album "Beautiful Rebel": "Like a Motorbike" and "Mawar & Melati". (please note we are trying out our new Edirol recorder - it's really great when you get all the settings correct as we have since learned...) 14:50, 7.1MB.

Episode 70: Surabaya Special

A few listeners have noticed that we have done specials on Yogyakarta and Bandung - but what about Indonesia's second largest city, Surabaya? As requested - here is the Surabaya Special. There is a lot going on in this bustling industrial city on Java's eastern coast and we feature three artists this week: Total Tragedy with "From the Time", Vox with "I'll See You", and Lovely Tea with "Train". 16:58, 8.1MB.

Episode 69: Ricky Leonardi from Jazz Masa Kini

We have been flooded with requests to play more Jazz from Indonesia so we interviewed Berklee College of Music-educated Ricky Leonardi, the producer of "Jazz Masa Kini" about this 2006 release. We feature two songs: "Payung Fantasi" by Shelomita and the Opustre Big Band and "Wham Bam Thank You Ma'am" by the Tomorrow People Ensemble. (note: apologies for the echo - we had to do this offsite and the conditions were less than perfect) 13:45, 6.6MB.

Episode 68: Easy Listening Special

By now listeners to our weekly podcast realize our tendency to rock out on the show and this week we are going to mellow out with an Easy Listening special. Our three artists this week are La Luna with "Kalau Saja", Abdul with "Indah" and Sherina Munaf with "Better Than Love". 17:31, 8.4MB

Episode 67: Retro Special

Calling all fans of 80s music: this is your episode. The genre is Retro and we still find it hard to believe that our iPods are crammed full of tunes from 20 years ago. Ouch. The genre is alive and well in Jakarta and this week we feature three artists: The Upstairs with "Frustrasi", The Adams with "Lega" and Naif with "Posesif". Put on those aviator sunglasses and paisley shirts and enjoy. 16:20, 7.8MB

Episode 66: Sambasunda

Bamboo is one of the most prolific grasses known to man. You can build houses from it, make paper, provide a nice meal for panda bears, and you can use it as a musical instrument. The one band who has made bamboo music into an art form is Bandung-based Sambasunda. We have four albums from them live on iTunes, and feature three songs in this episode: "Bersama", "Munding Dorakala" and "Akida". We guarantee you will never look at bamboo the same again. 14:49, 7.1MB

Episode 65: Hip Hop Special

Following up on last weeks' sleeper genre, Blues, this week we bring you another genre that is just starting to wake up. The genre is Hip Hop, and we feature three artists: Tere with "Kesepian Kita", Cronik with "Plat D" and Homicide with "Boombox Monger". Don't forget to check out our music videos in case you haven't yet: www.equinoxdmd.com/videos or www.youtube.com/equinoxdmd . 16:38, 7.9MB

Episode 64: Gugun and the Bluesbug

Blues might be the sleeper genre amongst Indonesian music fans, but there is nothing but Vaughan and Hendrix coming from the fastest-growing Blues musician in town. 20-something Gugun is in the studio and we feature two songs: "Funky Pesta" and "Spinnin' Around Me". We also have the music video of "Funky Pesta" on our new video service - check it out at www.equinoxdmd.com/videos as well as www.youtube.com/equinoxdmd . 14:05, 7.1MB

Episode 63: Nu Metal Special [enhanced]

Calling all fans of Limp Bizkit and Linkin Park - this episode is for you. The genre is Nu Metal and we take a look and listen to three of it's hottest bands. First off is The Postmen with "Anak Jalanan" from their 2006 release "Wake Up", then we have Saint Loco with "Promised Land" from Djarum Jam Session II, and lastly Recto-verso with "Tak Terpikirkan" from the "All for Djokdja" compilation. Don't forget we have just released our music video service - the first 12 are live on www.equinoxdmd.com/videos as well as www.youtube.com/equinoxdmd . 14:05, 7.1MB

Episode 62: Nia Dinata on Berbagi Suami and Polygamy [enhanced]

We are breaking format a bit this week. Instead of interviewing a musician about their latest album, we go in a different direction and interview one of Indonesia's hottest film directors about her latest movie and it's soundtrack. Nia Dianta, critically-acclaimed director of "Berbagi Suami", talks with Jason about what she learned about polygamy in Indonesia while researching the film. Check out this important episode and listen to two songs from the OST "Pergi Tanpa Pesan" and "Aksi Kuching". Since we are on the topic of movies and videos, this is the perfect time to give you a sneak preview of our latest service, "New Music Videos from Indonesia" sponsored by LA Lights (we are officially launching the service on Tuesday 1 May). Check out the "Pergi Tanpa Pesan" music video (with clips from the film) and a bunch more on www.equinoxdmd.com/videos as well as www.youtube.com/equinoxdmd . 17:14, 8.7 MB

Episode 61: Chrisye Tribute [enhanced]

The godfather of Indonesian pop, Chrisye, passed away on 30 March 2007 after 30 years in the business and 28 albums to his credit. We invited senior KOMPAS journalist, Frans Sartono, into the studio to learn more about this revered musician and the legacy he leaves for future generations in a special tribute episode of New Music from Indonesia. We feature two of his songs "Seperti Yang Kau Minta" and "Bur-Kat". 17:07, 8.5 MB

Episode 60: Rock Special [enhanced]

Jason is solo in the studio this week and he put together a list of tunes from his favorite genre: Rock. We feature three bands this week: Bandung-based The S.I.G.I.T with "Black Amplifier", Bandung-based Dojihatori and "This Soul", and Gresik-based Candle Light with "Looking for Nothing". 14:07, 7 MB

Episode 59: Aksan Sjuman [enhanced]

Our guest this week, percussionist extraordinaire Aksan Sjuman, began his career playing with artists such as Dewa, Melly Goeslaw, and Sheila Madjid before finding his groove in jazz. Aksan and Jason talk about his 2006 hit album "Peaceful Journey", his work on the soundtrack for the upcoming movie "The Photograph" and training the future generation of Indonesian jazz drummers. We feature two songs: "Something Real" and "Love, Sadness and Happiness". 13:36, 6.8 MB.

Episode 58: Natassa Jou Portier from LA Lights Indiefest [enhanced]

Natassa Jou Portier (Sassa) from LA Lights joins Jason in the studio this week to talk about their ground-breaking indie compilation album called "LA Lights Indiefest". 1400 bands from Yogya, Bandung and Surabaya tried out to make it on this compilation and only 12 made it. Listen to Sassa talk about the process and their promotional plans for this great album. We feature three songs: "Shane" by Vincent Vega, "Kiss the Pain Away" by Hollywood Nobody and "Cerpen" by Gerbang. 16:04, 7.9 MB

Episode 57: Kiki Marino from CANNONBALL [enhanced]

This week we were fortunate to get an out-of-town guest in the studio: Kiki Marino, drummer of the Yogyakarta-based "alternative soundtrack rock" band CANNONBALL. Kiki was in town promoting their debut EP and listen to him discuss the indie scene in Yogya and why they are breaking the mold - in both music and fashion. We feature two songs: "Kemarin" and "Why He, Why Me". 16:09, 8.2 MB

Episode 56: Pop Special [enhanced]

Well, it's official. We now have 300 CDs live on iTunes and available for purchase in 22 countries. It's a big collection and grows every day. One genre that we get all the time and keeps...umm...brace for the pun...popping up is Pop music. Jason's first instinct is to immediately file it away somewhere behind his stereo, but he does actually review each and every album we put live on iTunes and on EquinoxDMD.com. And it's good that he does because he has discovered some real gems and we feature three of them this week: "Terpanah Asmara" by Citra Bunga Lestari, "I Can't Marry You" by Stereomantic and "Merindukanmu" by Minoru. 16:55, 8.4 MB

Episode 55: EXCLUSIVE Interview in English with Ahmad Dhani

Every once in a while there comes an opportunity you can't pass up. Last week, Jason managed to get the first ever (we think) live interview in English with one of the biggest stars in Indonesia today: Ahmad Dhani. The interview took place on the balcony of Dhani's house in South Jakarta while he was taking a break between rehearsal sessions with his newest venture called The Rock. Listen to Dhani explain the different direction he is taking with this group and his thoughts on topics ranging from looking after his three sons to religious pluralism in Indonesia. Definitely an episode not to be missed. We feature two songs from his solo album released in 1998: "Distorsi" and "Aku Cinta Kau dan Dia". 18:54, 9.4 MB

Episode 54: Renhat Pantro Sukma from SOULJAH [enhanced]

We are very excited to have recently added a new genre of music to our growing collection: reggae. While there isn't a whole lot of reggae coming out of this island nation, our guest this week produces some of the best around. Renhat, the bassist from Souljah, joins Jason in the studio to discuss the reggae scene and why playing heavy metal in Hawaii has helped him get his groove on. We feature two songs: "I'm Free" and "The Nation". 14:46, 7.4 MB

Episode 53: Yogya Special [enhanced]

Yogyakarta, often considered the cradle of Javanese culture, is also home to some of the hottest indie bands in Indonesia. In this episode we look at three of them: Seek Six Sick with "Asing", Airport Radio from the new LA Lights Indiefest compilation with "Shattered Life" and lastly Shaggydog with their Ska/reggae number "Pesta". If you liked this podcast, stay tuned for our upcoming Bali special as well as a new videocast that's gonna knock your socks off. 14:54, 7.46 MB

Episode 52: Acum from BANGKUTAMAN [enhanced]

The summer of love is alive and well in Jakarta with the folk rock band Bangkutaman. Acum, lead singer and bassist, joins Jason in the studio this week to discuss the band's influences from The Byrds to The Beatles and the challenges of being an indie band in Jakarta. We feature two songs: "She Burns the Disco" and "Satellite" from their debut album "Ready, Steady, Go!" - available exclusively on iTunes. 14:07, 7.12 MB

Episode 51: Sujiwo Tejo [enhanced]

It is quite a special occasion when a full-fledged dalang (Javanese shadow puppet master) joins us in the studio. Sujiwo Tejo - singer, actor, writer and of course dalang - talks with Jason about two of his songs "Nadian" and "Hujan Deras" in our longest podcast to date. Not only will you learn something about Mas Tejo and his music, you will also learn a thing or two about Javanese culture. Enjoy. 21:39 10.8 MB.

Episode 50: World Music Special [enhanced]

"World music" is quite a complicated musical genre in that nearly everything from non-Western countries is lumped into it regardless of how the music actually sounds. We have put together our own World music special this week to demonstrate how we classify the genre. Jason features three separate artists: the up-and-coming dangdut singer Rere, the funky bamboo-playing West Java group Sambasunda and the famous Ubiet performing one of her haunting solos. 13:01, 6.6 MB

Further to our competition last week, we are pleased to report that 22-year old Eugenio Jaenada from Barcelona, Spain won the iTunes gift voucher for correctly naming all the lovely ladies from Bandung we have had on the show. Eugenio works in an ad agency on The Diagonal and has been listening to the New Music from Indonesia podcast for the past six months. Nice work Eugenio and enjoy the music.

Episode 49: Tony Prabowo [enhanced]