In a country the size of Indonesia, when a pretty little thing gets tagged as "the next big thing" there must be something pretty damn special about her.
His very existence brings with it the hope that Bali, musically speaking, still has a big, bright future.
Several years may have passed since Indonesia's favourite eclectic collective, White Shoes & The Couples Company, recorded any new material but boy has it been worth the wait.
Starting with a smooth and sensible romance with Jazz, this girl grabbed punk rock with just the kind of rough and in-your-face approach that punk rock requires.
Ubud, the informal Indonesian art capital, already has two major international events and in a few months the Ubud Village Jazz Festival shall knock that tally up to three.
These days I've been listening to a lot of jazz---especially in the morning.
Other than Putu, Made, Nyoman and Ketut, one of the most generic names you're likely to find in Bali is "Gusde".
He gained respect by mixing craftsmanship, loud guitar and activism.
If you are into noise music and shoegazing sounds (think Sonic Youth meets The Jesus and Mary Chain),
Mostly Indonesian bands like Rumah Sakit's 1+2, Mata Jiwa, and Suar Marabahaya by ((Auman)). I still keep updated with the electronic stuff from www.residentadvisor.net as well.
VIVE LE ROCK
Every Thursday 7-9pm (Bali time)
Rebel Radio Indonesia
The JFCC is proud to announce another round of the city's premiere showcase of local music
You can learn a thing or two about dedication and integrity from this die-hard duo. Agung and Eka have brought local documentary movies back alive and kicking.
VIVE LE ROCK
Every Thursday 7-9pm (Bali time)
Rebel Radio Indonesia
A small, light, and intimate cultural conversation with Dadang Pranoto.
Satu dari sangat sedikit sosok menonjol di Bali yang relatif bebas dari praktek lancung Korupsi-Kolusi-Nepotisme.
The terms "from zero to hero" or "rags to (intellectual) riches" may well suit Dewa Palguna perfectly.