The Sound of Bandung Indie

“The Sound of Bandung Indie” captures a wide snapshot of the city’s eclectic and deeply rooted alternative music scene. From melodic post-hardcore and emotionally charged punk anthems to tender ballads and jangly indie pop, this playlist brings together a generation of artists who’ve helped shape Bandung’s underground identity. Bands like Rocket Rockers, Closehead, and Glory of Love deliver fast-paced riffs and singalong hooks, while acts like Tigapagi, Fiersa Besari, and Danilla Riyadi bring in more intimate, acoustic-driven textures.

There’s a raw, DIY spirit running through the mix—heavily influenced by local scenes of early-2000s Warped Tour aesthetics, emo, and post-punk revival, right alongside newer sonic flavors like dream pop and lo-fi folk. Whether it’s the dark narrative tones of Sunbath, the nostalgic edge of Revara’s “Something Better,” or the subtle political undertones from bands like Pasukan Perang, the range in both sound and lyrical themes gives a clear sense of Bandung’s evolving musical voice.