The Changcuters

The Changcuters formed in Bandung, Indonesia, in 2004. The band is composed of Tria Ramadhani on vocals, Muhammad Iqbal (Qibil) and Arlanda Langitan on guitar, Dipa Hasibuan on bass, and Erick Nindyoastomo on drums. Their initial sound was heavily influenced by rock and roll and garage rock. The band’s debut album, “Mencoba Sukses,” released in 2006, faced limited distribution but was re-released in 2008 as “Mencoba Sukses Kembali” after signing with Sony BMG (now Sony Music). This re-release included popular tracks such as “Racun Dunia” and “I Love You Bibeh” and led to significant commercial success. Their musical style is described as a mix of rock, funk, punk revival, indie pop, jazz, and blues.

The commercial success of “Mencoba Sukses Kembali” resulted in The Changcuters receiving the AMI Award for Best Newcomers in 2009. The band engaged in further projects, including acting in “The Tarix Jabrix” film trilogy, with parts in the initial 2008 film and its sequels in 2009 and 2011. Their discography expanded with subsequent albums including “The Changcuters & Misteri Kalajengking Hitam” (2009), “Tugas Akhir” (2011), “Visualis” (2013), “Binauralis” (2016), and “Loyalis” (2020), demonstrating their consistent output in the Indonesian music scene. The Changcuters released “Karunia Semesta” in 2024.

The band is known for their particular visual style, often wearing tight pants and having old-fashioned hairstyles, which contributes to their identity. Their lyrics frequently incorporate themes relevant to urban youth and social observations. The Changcuters have maintained their presence in the music industry for nearly two decades, recognized for their energetic performances and adaptable musical approach.