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he heavens just never seem to clear over Jakarta, pouring down rain nearly every day and leaving floods in its wake, but like always, a little dampness never stopped Jakarta’s party goers from having a good time. This October is the month of nonstop action, with a wide selection of events to choose from, it’s like you have your very own remote to select whatever event of your heart desires. If you’re an avid music lover of various genres, you’re sure in for a financial pickle as the lineup of concerts and events from legendary musicians like David Foster and Kenny G to rocking bands like The Vines and Arkarna will all be performing live in Jakarta. Be sure to check out TBJ’s What’s On, Here Now and Scoops to be in the know of what’s going down in Jakarta. Also take a look at the FunPics and ThereThen section, who knows your mug might be in there. Sepertinya langit belum mengampuni Jakarta, dan hujan terus mengjuyur seluruh kota hampir setiap hari hingga banyak daerah banjir, tapi seperti biasa sedikit kebecekan tidak pernah menyurutkan niat para party goer Jakarta untuk tetap bersemangat. Bulan October ini merupakan bulan yang penuh sesak dengan berbagai macam event untuk Anda pilih, bagaikan milik remote pribadi untuk menyeleksi acara apa saja sesuka hati. Apabila anda pencinta bermacam genre music, siap-siap untuk bokek karena pilihan konser mulai dari artis legendaries seperti David Foster dan Kenny G hingga band rock termasuk The Vines maupun Arkarna akan semua menghampiri ibu kota. Jangan lupa baca rubrik What’s On, Here Now dan Scoop agar up-to-date program acara dalam dua minggu mendatang. Sekalian buka rubrik FunPics dan ThereThen, siapa tahu wajah anda muncul disitu.
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Legendary musical producer David Foster is headed to Jakarta on the 27th of October and he will be performing a long list of award winning hits for all his fans at the ballroom of Ritz Carlton Hotel Pacific Place. His international tour titled ‘Hit Man: David Foster and Friends’ will have him share the stage with many great artists including American Idol’s Ruben Studdard, Natalie Cole, Peter Cetera, Charice Pempengco and the Canadian Tenors. Ticket prices range from Rp1million up to Rp7.5million.
Don’t Hate The Rock If you thought the Jakarta Jam just wasn’t rocking hard enough for you, well get your neck muscles ready to head bang to Hardcore Punk/Metalcore band hailing from New Haven, Hatebreed. The cooperative efforts of Fulltrek. com and promoter Lian MIpro are bringing members Jamey Jasta (Vocals), Wayne Lozinak (Guitar), Frank Novinec (Guitar), Chris Beattie (Bass), and Matt Byrne (Drums) to perform at Hall Basket GBK Senayan Jakarta on the 27th of October. Get your lungs ready to scream as the guys of Hatebreed are prepared to thrash Jakarta and leave everyone’s ears bleeding.
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Saxophone Specialist Be swept away by the melodic harmonies of saxophone maestro Kenny G when he heads to Jakarta on the 26th of October to perform at Central Park Ballroom. Velvet Productions will be the ones responsible for bringing Kenny G to the stage and have set ticket prices ranging from 600K to 5 million rupiah. This won’t be Kenny G’s first time to the capital as he has played for the Jakarta crowd several times before, and this time he’ll also be promoting his latest album titled “Heart and Soul”.
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Pioneer will once again hold its bi-annual DJ competition. In conjunction with SVG Consortium, the ‘Pioneer DJ Battle Asian Championship 2010’ will be held at X2 Club on the 6th of November. Eight professional DJs will represent their country of origin to battle out their deck spinning skills and prove who the best in Asia is. Indonesia is lucky to be the host of this year’s competition, showing its claws as one of Asia’s most happening party spots. Apart from the DJ bout, guests will also be entertained by DJ Romy and AudioNauts (DJ Ruben & Vicky). For more information on the event, contact Ruben (081387325411) or Vicky (02199990979).
Sheila Majid Schedule Push Back The much anticipated 25th Anniversary Concert by Malaysian singer Sheila Majid has sadly been pushed back from the scheduled 23rd of September date to early next year. Andy Soekasah, the Producer of TIS Communication, the promoters of the event, has made a statement about the concert cancellation, saying in a press conference that due to the non-conducive political climate between Indonesia and Malaysia, the gig had been rescheduled. Fans who purchased tickets can contact 08121007564 or 8282137 for more information on ticket refunds, and also on the date of the rescheduled concert.
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If you haven’t heard of the latest band to take the world by storm in a heartbeat, you’re definitely missing out. Temper Trap, whose lead vocalist hails from Indonesia originally, are an Australian band gone international and they’ll soon be bringing the live sounds to Jakarta. Members Dougy Mandagi, Jonathon Aherne, Lorenzo Sillitto and Toby Dundas released their debut album last year titled “Conditions” and now they are set to spread their wings to distant shores. In doing so, Temper Trap have cut a deal with Ismaya Live to perform in Jakarta on the 12th of November, right after a Bali show. Get set for some soaring vocal melodies and a killer live sound.
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CHECK OUT COMING EVENTS IN THE BEAT’S DAY BY DAY LISTING OF THE BIG SHOWS AROUND TOWN
Monday October 4th Black Cat Special Event Open Mic Monday Singing Contest 3 1st Preliminary round
Hacienda
Tuesday Night Taco Buffet. Feast on All the Tacos You Can Eat for just Rp. 99.000++ from 6-11pm. Live Mariachi Music by Los Paraguas.
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Every Tuesday from 7pm: INONK & FRIENDS BAND (Playing All Around Music).
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Tuesday Scream Motion Live entertainment by D’Munk Band playing the best Top 40’s & All around starts 9pm
Wednesday October 6th Hacienda
Margarita Mondays feat. All You Can Drink Midori Madness for just Rp. 199.000++ from 7pm until midnight.
Red Square
Mondays At Red Square: It’s The All Night Happy Hour For Drinkers! Only 1F1 Red Square Vodka Cocktails and Selected Beers all night long! Resident DJ’s Larry Satrio, Ruffie & Ricky Chattaway. Movie Time on our Giant Screen from 8pm. Watch the top 100 movies of all time.
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Monday Madness Live Entertainment by Laskar Band playing Rock. Starts 9pm.
Tuesday October 5th Black Cat Special Event
Real Book Night Ahmad Ananda Trio feat Menu Hentiasanti
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Red Square Special Event ‘Put Your Gun’ Special Mafia War DJ Yapz (partination), DJ Nash,Rama,Wolf
‘Campus & Twinks’ Free entry for 18-25 before midnight. Crazy drink promo. Drop it like it's hot with chart topping R&B with resident DJ’s Lana, Yacko, Dicky Wednesday Swing Night Idang Rasjidi Trio feat Kemala Ayu. Dinner Time Solo Piano from 7pm -9.15pm by Rieke
Blowfish Special Event
‘Pop The Disco’ DJ Dipha & wW
Dragonfly Special Event Vintage Show Me Love DJ Aay
Salsa Wednesday Salsa Dancing every Wednesday with your hosts Damaris & Iono from 9pm ‘til midnight. Arriba Arriba!
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What’s On Wednesday It’s a ladies’ night! 50% discount for Martini promo. From 7pm– closing. Live Entertainment by Kick Ass Band playing The Best Top 40’s & All Around. Starts 9pm.
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Thursday October 7th Black Cat
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Domain Special Event
Red Square Special Event Absolut Vodka ‘Sexy In The City’ Thematic Dancers by Posture
Funk Attack feat. Barry Likumahuwa, Taufan Goenarso, Doni Joesran, Matthew Sayers. ‘Starlight’ DJ Kiki Oroh (Ffunk), DJ Basse, DJ Michael, DJ Scratcha (Rhythm). Hosted by: Baim Wong, Okan Cornelius, Def Michael, Gading Martin, Dirly Idol
Equinox Special Event
‘Country Music’ Live Music By The Old Friends playing Country Music starts at 8pm. DJ Arry Bule & Hemmy
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‘Fabulous Thursday’ Live entertainment by 2nd Anthem playing disco
‘Rockstar’ DJ Fendy, Babul, Juicy, Agung, Dimaz, Goeslan
Friday October 8th Black Cat
Friday Cool Jazz Oele Pattiselano Trio feat. Dira. Dinner Time Solo Piano starts 7pm9.15PM by Abe Simpson
Blowfish Special Event For DJ Sake Spin the Video DJ wW, Justeen and Shcizo MC Drew and VJ Mutter D’place Citos
Friday Nite with Freakustik at 9.30pm till drop off. Get 20% off
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Live Acoustic ‘Mystery Clock’ Starts at 8 – 11 pm
Java Rocking Land
Special Event Huge 3 day festival at Pantai Karnival Ancol with a musical feast for the ears.Today’s lineup includes The Smashing Pumpkins, Data Rock, /RIF and a stack more.
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Fabulous Friday DJ’s Larry, Ruffie, Iwel & Ricky.
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X2 & Equinox Special Event X2 – Nope Is Dope feat DJ Quintino (NL), Bobby Burns (NL), Reynald, Stan, Cello, Goodgrip, DJ Tiara. Equionx – Deejay Kid (NL), Dimaz, Goeslan, Agung
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Saturday October 9th Black Cat Special Event
Saturday Jazz Standard Sam Trio feat Asty. Dinner Time Solo Piano from 7pm-9.15pm by Sukat.
Dragonfly Special Event David Morales Hard Rock Café Asia Line Band Indochine
Live Acoustic ‘Mystery Clock’ 8 – 11 pm
Java Rocking Land
Special Event Huge 3 day festival at Pantai Karnival Ancol with a musical feast for the ears. Today’s lineup includes Stereophonics, Dashboard Confessional, Slank and loads more…
Red Square Special Event Saturdaze! DJ Larry Satrio,Ruffie, Ricky,Iwel & Reza Bukan
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Saturday Bounce Buy a Steak item get 1 Glass of Beer Free. Live Entertainment by 2nd Anthem Band playing the best Top 40’s & All Around, starts 10pm
Sunday October 10th Black Cat Special Event
Sunday-Sunday Youth Jazz Jam Session- Piano by Abe Simpson
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Special Event Huge 3 day festival at Pantai Karnival Ancol with a musical feast for the ears. Today’s lineup includes Wolfmother, The Vines, SID and plenty more…
Monday October 11th Black Cat Special Event
Open Mic Monday Singing Contest Preliminary Round 2nd
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Margarita Mondays Featuring All You Can Drink Midori Madness for just Rp.199.000++ from 7pm until midnight.
Red Square Special Event It's The All Night Happy Hour DJ Larry Satrio, Ruffie, & DJ Ricky Chattaway
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‘Monday Madness’ Live entertainment by Laskar Band playing rock
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Tuesday October 12th Black Cat Special Event
Real Book Night Ahmad Ananda Trio feat.Menu Hentiasanti
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Tuesday Night Taco Buffet. Feast on All the Tacos You Can Eat for just Rp. 99.000++ from 6-11 pm. Live Mariachi Music by Los Paraguas.
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‘SOULITUDE’ Soul Menace will bring you deep house with a little touch of baile funk
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‘Whats on Wednesday ‘ Live Entertainment by KickAss Band playing Top 40
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Salsa Wednesday Salsa Dancing every Wednesday with your hosts Damaris & Iono from 9pm to midnight. Arriba Arriba! Bottles of Sauza Extra Gold, Tequila just Rp. 600.000++.
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Every Wednesday. Starts at 7pm. VIP Band (Playing Pop, R&B, & Top 40 Music).
Red Square Special Event Urban Episodes "Sexy Dangerous" DJ Flodee & Cun, MC BigBunch, RnB Dancers, DJ Ruffie & DJ Reza Bukan
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Every Tuesday. Starts 7pm. Inonk and Friends Band (Playing All Around Music).
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‘Tuesday Scream Motion’ Live entertainment by D’Munk Band playing Top 40
Red Square Special Event Come on and Dance! DJ’s Sucipto Lee,Dandy, Bang Tigor, All Tracknetik, Guest DJ AZAtic (Dutch)
Wednesday October 13th Black Cat
Wednesday Swing Night Idang Rasjidi Trio feat Kemala Ayu. Dinner Time Solo Piano from 7pm9.15pm by Rike.
Blowfish Special Event ‘Pop The Disco’ DJ Dipha, wW
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Funk Attack Feat Barry Likumahuwa, Taufan Goenarso, Doni Joesran, Matthew Sayers.
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‘Country Music’ Live Music By The Old Friends playing Country Music starts at 8pm. DJ Arry Bule & Hemmy
Red Square Special Event "Lip Sync Idol" Preliminary Round 1 Score!
Fabulous Thursday Buy a Pasta Item Get a Glass Of House Wine. Live Entertainment by 2nd Anthem Band playing Classic Disco, starts 9pm.
X2 – Equinox – Ego Special Event
RnB Parade ‘Outer Space’ Equinox with DJ Ollie (Sin), Venom
C, Scratcha, MC Moc. X2 feat Think, Melon, MC Vq Cashman. Ego feat Scratchy, Kotot, Freeze
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Friday October 15th Black Cat Special Event
Friday Cool Jazz Oele Pattiselano Trio feat. Otti Jamalus
Blowfish & Puro Special Event Coast2Coast D'Makaveli @Blowfish. TOP @ Puro
Hard Rock Café Asia Line Band
Indochine
Live Acoustic ‘Mystery Clock’ 8 – 11 pm
Red Square Special Event Fabulous Fridays! DJ larry Satrio,Ruffie, Reza B, Iwel & DJ Ricky Shanghai Blue 1920
SHANGHAI JAZZ BAND featuring Nita Aartsen Project, playing Latin, Swing Jazz & Cantopop
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‘Friday Addiction’ Live Entertainment by KickAss Band playing Top 40’s
X2 Special Event ‘Dancesfellas’ Feat DJ John O Callaghan (world # 24), Reynald, Cello, Yy, VJ Alter Ego
Saturday October 16th Black Cat Special Event
Indochine
Blowfish Special Event Texas in 60's DJ wW, Justeen, Sliqq/MC Mistah/ VJ Mutter
Red Square Special Event Saturdaze! DJ Larry Satrio,Ruffie, Ricky,Iwel & Reza Bukan
Hard Rock Café
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Saturday Jazz Standard Sam Trio feat Asty
Asia Line Band
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Live Acoustic ‘Mystery Clock’ 8 – 11 pm
Saturday Bounce Food Promo Chef Suggestion of the
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‘Global Triple Decker’ A Celebration of Indika’s FM 10th Anniversary feat DJ Andy Moor, Jaytech, Ashley Wallbridge, Agoose, Deny, Alda, Ade Bro, MC P Double, VJ Motioninja
Sunday October 17th Black Cat Special Event
Sunday-Sunday Youth Jazz Jam Session- Piano by Abe Simpson
Nu Musro
Every Sunday. 7pm onwards FOUR COLOURS Band (Playing All Around Music).
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‘Happy Sunday’ Live entertainment by Centerstage band playing Alternative Music
Monday October 18th Black Cat
Open Mic Monday Singing Contest 3 Grand Final
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Monday Madness Live Entertainment by Laskar Band playing Rock Music
Red Square Special Event It's The All Night Happy Hour DJ Larry Satrio,Ruffie & DJ Ricky Chattaway
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The Vines Carnaval Ancol Friday 8 October 5pm
have Been Grinding together a mix of 60’s rock and the classic grunge infused sounds of the 90’s, The Vines took both their home country Australia and the rest of the world on after their first 7 inch EP release ‘Factory’ pushed the single into NME’s number one spot in 2001. Craig Nicholls (guitar / vocals), Patrick Matthews (bass) and David Ollife (drums) formed their initial sound throughout the 90’s as they performed grunge covers around their hometown. After the success of the first EP they were flown to LA where the album ‘Highly Evolved’ was locked down. With its release came 1.5 million sales, worldwide success, top chart positions and Rolling Stones covers, not to mention a large amount of fans. The band went on to win an Australian ARIA Award for “Breakthrough Artist” for their single Get Free in 2003, and were nominated for “Best Group,” “Best Rock Album,” “Best Cover Art” and “Breakthrough Artist”. After a stack of touring, the band hit difficulties which led to a slow period and some battering by media. In recent years though, with new player Brad Heald on board, The Vines have been pushing their feet back into the doors of music festivals and February of this year began recording their fifth studio album, though a release date is not yet set. are Now Despite the dark patch, years of experience and stage presence have kept these guys glued to the music and you can be guaranteed that they won’t disappoint when it comes to a live show. Nicholls vocal style is one well worth hearing as he shreds it Kobain style through a festival sized PA system, so don’t miss the chance to see them and a stack more major talent on the stage at Java Rockingland.
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Sound Like Alternative Rock Hail From Australia
have Been Dengan menggabungkan musik rock ala 60-an dengan irama grunge tahun 90-an, The Vines mampu mengejutkan negeri asalnya Australi dan juga seluruh dunia setelah merilis EP pertama ‘Factory’ hingga berhasil menduduki peringkat teranya di NME pada tahun 2001. Band yang dibentuk oleh Craig Nicholls (gitar / vokal), Patrick Matthews (bass) and David Ollife (drum) menguatkan eksistansinya sepanjang era 90-an dengan memainkan music grunge disekeling kampong halaman mereka. Setelah suksesnya EP pertama mereka diterbangkan ke LA untuk merampungkan album ‘Highly Evolved’. Dengan dirilisnya album ini, ketenaran international segera menyusul, dengan menduduki peringkat teranyar berbagai tangga lagu dunia, tampil di cover majalah Rolling Stones, dan tidak ketinggalan ribuan penggemar yang menggandrungi mereka. Pada tahun 2003, band ini memperoleh penghargaan ARIA untuk ‘Breakthrough Artist’, ‘Best Cover Art’ dan ‘Breakthrough Artist – Album’; “Highly Evolved” berhasil menjual 1,5juta kopi diseluruh dunia. Setelah menjalani berbagai tur, The Vines akhirnya mengalami masa kelam hingga mereka tidak berkarya dan berita buruk oleh media. Dengan anggota baru Brad Heald, The Vines telah bangkit dari keterpurukan dan mulai kembali beraksi di berbagai festival music dan febuari bulam ini mulai merekam album kelima mereka yang hingga kini belum dirilis. are Now Setelah melalui masa kelam, pengalaman dan ekistansi band ini hanya mempererat masing-masing anggota dan Anda tidak akan pernah menyesal saat menyaksikan aksi live band ini. Gaya vocal dari Nicholls yang mampu menyamai suara Kobain dalam sistem PA setaraf festival wajib didengarkan. Jangan sampai anda terlewat kesempatan untuk menyaksikan talenta The Vines saat Java Rockingland nanti.
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Smashing Pumpkins Carnaval Ancol Friday 8 October 5pm
Sound Like Alternative Hail From Chicago, Illinois, USA
have Been Chicago-based band the Smashing Pumpkins was formed back in 1988. Consisting of members Billy Corgan (vocals and guitar), James Iha (guitar and backing vocals), D’arcy Wretzky (bass guitar and backing vocals), Jimmy Chamberlin (drums and percussion) and Melissa Auf der Maur (bass guitar), the style of music the band delves into is thick with elements of Gothic Rock, Dream Pop, Psychedelic Rock, Shoegazer and Electronica, mixed with dark and gritty yet fantastic lyrics sung by Billy Corgan. Corgan’s iconic vocals are what the band is all about. Many of their hits such as ‘1979’, ‘Bullet with Butterfly Wings’ and albums ‘Siamese Dream’ and ‘Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness’ were monumental achievements, winning the band numerous awards and millions of fans.
have Been Smashing Pumpkins adalah band yang dibentuk di Chicago, Illinois pada tahun 1988. Pada awalnya band ini terbentuk oleh Billy Corgan (Vokal, gitar) , James Iha (gitar, vocal latar), D’arcy Wretzky (bass, vocal latar), Jimmy Chamberlin (drum, perkusi) dan Melissa Auf der Maur (bass). Warna musik dari band ini, sarat dengan elemen Gothic Rock, Dream Pop, Psychedelic Rock, Shoegazer, dan Electronica, ditambah dengan lirik bernuansa kelam dan penuh dengan fantasi yang dituangkan melalui vokal khas Billy Corgan. Hits seperti “1979” dan“Bullet with Butterfly Wings” maupun album “Siamese Dream” dan “Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness” merupakan hal yang sangat monumental dalam dunia musik hingga memenangkan Smashing Pumpkins sejumlah penghargaan.
are Now After going through several band member transformations, Smashing Pumpkins now consist of Billy Corgan and additional members Mike Byrne, Jeff Schroeder and Nicole Fiorentino. The band is set to perform on the first day of JavaRockingland on the 8th of October. This three day rock-vaganza has an amazing lineup of performances you sure don’t want to miss.
are Now Setelah mengalamami transformasi anggota, kini Smashing Pumpkins menyisakan Billy Corgan dan tambahan anggota lainnya Mike Byrne, Jeff Schroeder dan Nicole Fiorentino. The Smashing Pumpkins akan tampil di acara Java Rockingland pada hari pertama penyelanggaraannya tanggal 8 Oktober 2010. Festival musik rock yang digelar selama tiga hari ini, akan menampilkan sejumlah artis international lainnya. Jangan sampai terlewatkan.
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Arkarna
Carnaval Ancol Saturday 9 October 6pm have Been Arkarna is a Electronic Rock Band lead by vocalist and computer programmer Ollie Jacobs and guitarist Matt Hart. The band was formed back in ’97 with members James and Lalo, who left the band, releasing the debut album ‘Fresh Meat’, which followed the success of other electronic rock bands of that time. Hits from Arkarna’s first album include ‘House On Fire’ which was included in the Batman & Robin Soundtrack and their booming hit ‘So Little Time’ was one of the album’s most popular tracks, gaining a stack of airplay around the world including Indonesia. The band’s second album ‘The Family Album’ gave birth to the hits ‘Skin’ and ‘Rehab’. are Now This isn’t Arkarna’s first time to Jakarta, but the band is set to return to take part in Java Rockingland and will perform on the second day of festivities alongside Dashboard Confessional, Galaxy 7 and Stereophonics plus several other local and international performers. Be sure not to miss out on this three day rock out event.
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Sound Like Alternative / Pop / Electroacoustic Hail From London, UK
have Been Arkarna adalah Band beraliran Elektronik Rock yang digawangi oleh vokalis sekaligus programmer Ollie Jacobs dan gitaris Matt Hart. Dibentuk pada tahun ‘97 bersama anggota lainnya James dan Lalo, yang telah keluar dari Arkarna, dengan debut album mereka berjudul ‘Fresh Meat’ yang sukses mengikuti jejak grup elektronik lainnya seperti The Prodigy dan Chemical Brothers. Beberapa lagu milik Arkarna dari album pertama mereka yang merupakan hits adalah “House On Fire” dan “Eat Me”. Bahkan lagu “House On Fire” masuk dalam soundtrack film Batman & Robin. Lagu lainnya yang meledak adalah “So Little Time” yang sempat mengguncang tanggal lagu di Indonesia. Album kedua berjudul “The Family Album” menelurkan hits “Skin” dan “Rehab”. are Now Arkarna pernah tampil di Jakarta beberapa tahun silam dan sekarang, mereka akan kembali ke Jakarta untuk tampil dalam acara Java Rockingland pada hari hari kedua acara ini yang jatuh pada tanggal 9 Oktober. Gelaran musik rock yang berlangsung selama tiga hari ini, juga akan menampilkan band internasional dan lokal. Arkarna akan tampil bersama dengan Dashboard Confessional, Galaxy 7 dan Stereophonics pada hari itu.
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David Morales
Dragonfly Saturday 9 October 10pm has Been David Morales is a well-renowned DJ, and the man responsible for massive dance floor anthem ‘Needin’ U’. He’s always high in the charts on the international music scene, and is a House beat specialist. Aside from his DJ career, his producing skills have gained him a Grammy nomination, and as a remixer, Morales is known for his pop song transformations, which tend to go on and become big dancefloor hits. His producing career began back in ’93, with the release of the album ‘The Program’ under Phonogram Records, featuring successful hit single ‘Gimme Luv’. From then on, his career continued to soar, gaining him the title of ‘Superstar DJ’ amongst his peers. David is also the owner of one of Montreal, Canada’s most happening clubs, Stereo. is Now Once again, Dragonfly is set to satisfy the hunger of Jakarta’s househeads, by presenting David Morales on the 9th of October, who’ll bring his iconic House and Electronica rhythms to their decks. David will add to the big name international DJs who have graced the stage of Dragonfly. Get yourself ready for an eargasm of immense proportions.
Sounds Like House, Electronica Hails From New York, US
has Been David Morales adalah nama DJ yang cukup laris di kancah musik dansa skala dunia, terlebih di dalam peta musik House. Selain berprofesi sebagai DJ, karir produser David terbukti mampu membuatnya dilirik oleh piala Grammy. Sebagai remixer pun, David sering merubah berbagai lagu Pop menjadi aliran dansa yang digemari oleh pengunjung klab. David memulai produksi pada tahun ‘93 dengan merilis album “The Program” di bawah naungan Phonogram Records dan melejitkan single berjudul “Gimme Luv (Eenie Meenie Miny Mo)” yang sukses. Semenjak itu, karirnya terus menanjak seiring dengan larisnya hasil karya yang dikleuarkannya sehingga dinobatkan sebagai seorang ‘Superstar DJ’. David kini menjadi pemilik klab malam bernama Stereo Nightclub yang berlokasi di Montreal, Canada. Diluar dunia music, David merupakan model untuk merk ternama Iceberg. is Now Dragonfly akan kembali memuaskan dahaga para House Heads dengan menghadirkan David Morales pada tanggal 9 Oktober mendatang. DJ yang memainkan genre House dan Electronica ini, akan menambah deretan panjang DJ berkaliber internasional yang tampil di panggung Dragonfly. Siapkan kuping Anda untuk mendengarkan set dari David Morales.
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DJ Slide Red Square Wednesday 13 October 10pm
has Been Born with the name Daniel, his stage name Slide was given to him by his musical mentor. With the skills he had gained, Daniel intended to improve his abilities and in doing so joined Flip Flop Management which gave him the opportunity to perform at many clubs such as Bliss, Vertigo, Amare, and even gave him the chance to become a resident DJ at 9 Clouds after catching the attention of the owner when he saw how Daniel’s skills brought in the crowd. Never sticking to one particular genre, Daniel has the skills to combine different styles of music from Hip Hop and Garage to Electro House, always giving the crowd what they want. is Now Daniel will be showing off his Hip Hop and RnB skills at Red Square’s Urban Episodes on the 13th of October and this time round the night’s theme will be ‘Sexy Dangerous Night’. DJ Slide will be sharing the decks alongside DJ Rich and MC Big Bunch who are both already signs of a great party. Fill your Wednesday nights with Hip Hop with Red Square’s regular Urban Episodes.
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Sounds Like Hip Hop, RnB, House Hails From Jakarta
has Been Nama aslinya adalah Daniel, dan nama Slide yang diberikan padanya oleh sang mentor. Berbekal ilmu yang diturunkan kepadanya, Daniel mencari pengalaman dengan bergabung bersama Flip Flop management, dan dari situ berbagai klab disinggahi olehnya mulai dari Bliss, Vertigo, Amare, dan sempat menjadi resident di klab 9 Clouds, yang disebabkan oleh ketertarikan sang pemilik oleh penampilannya di salah satu acara di klub tersebut. Tidak hanya mentok pada satu genre saja, Daniel punya kemampuan meramu semua musik, mulai dari Hip Hop, Garage, hingga Electro House. is Now Daniel akan tampil di acara serial Urban Episodes ‘Sexy Dangerous Nite’ yang digelar oleh Evolve di Red Square tanggal 13 Oktober mendatang. Penampilan Daniel ‘Slide’ akan diramaikan oleh permainan DJ Rich dan MC Big Bunch yang sudah pasti mebuat acara semakin meriah. Isi Rabu malam anda dengan hentakan musik Hip Hop yang akan selalu disediakan dalam Urban Episodes, hanya di Red Square.
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RedCore
Saturday 18 September
RedCore Grand Opening Party
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awasan Pantai Indah Kapuk diramaikan oleh kehadiran tempat hiburan baru bernama Redcore KTV & Lounge yang berlokasi di Metro Broadway, Pantai Indah Utara. Setelah beberapa bulan melewati masa percobaan, tibalah diresmikan pada acara pembukaan yang digelar pada tanggal 18 September. Mengusung tema “Mobster”, acara dimeriahkan oleh penampilan DJ Devina sebagai bintang utama, dan didukung oleh resident DJ Telly, VJ 9Motion, MC, sexy dancers & body panting dancers. Fire Works pun dinyalakan sebagai tanda diresmikannya Redcore. Keramaian pengunjung juga meramaikan area KTV.
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The Pantai Indah Kapuk area has a brand spanking new spot for those seeking nocturnal entertainment. RedCore KTV & Lounge recently held a grand opening party, bearing a “Mobster” theme. Guest DJ Devina pumped out tracks along with resident DJs, sexy dancers and body painters filling up the night’s line-up of entertainment.
thereTHEN GOR Saparua Saturday 18 September
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olcom menggelar babak kualifikasi untuk tahap final regional yang merupakan bagian dalam rangkaian penyelenggaraan Wild In The Parks 2010 di Bandung. Pada kesempatan ini, arena basket disulap menjadi arena skate yang diikuti oleh ratusan skaters yang berasal dari Bandung maupun kota-kota lain. Bandung sendiri diwakili oleh Alvito dan juga Pevy Permana yang merupakan salah satu dari Indonesian Top Skaters. Pemenang untuk kelas pemula jatuh pada Kevina CR, sedangkan pada kelas Open Division, dimenangkan oleh Ega MP dan Pevy Permana harus puas di peringkat keenam.
Volcom held its qualifying round for the regional finals as part of ‘Wild in the Park 2010’ in Bandung. A basketball court was transformed into a skate arena with hundreds of skaters from around Bandung and other cities participating. In the end, the amateur division was won by Kevina CR and the Open division by Ega MP.
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Ruang Rupa Tuesday 21 September
ILMU Festival
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LMU merupakan acara festival Musik Hip Hop dan Elektronica yang mengumpulkan beberapa komunitas musisi dari Indonesia maupun Australia. Acara yang digagas oleh Kedutaan Australia ini, digelar di Ruang Rupa Jakarta pada tanggal 21 September. Berbagai musisi dari kedua negara menampilkan kebolehan mereka masing-masing dan selain aksi panggung diadakan pula sebuah workshop yang terbuka untuk umum.
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ILMU festival is a collaborative Hip Hop and Electronica event between Indonesia and Australia, heralded by the Australian Embassy. On the 21st September, the ILMU festival was held at Ruang Rupa Jakarta, with a great line-up of Australian and Indonesian musicians plus a workshop for hopeful musical wannabes, all wanting to improve their skills.
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Thursday 23 September
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akarta dipenuhi oleh berbagai acara pada tanggal 23 September kemarin, hingga sulit untuk menentukan mana yang harus dihadiri. Salah satu acaranya adalah tampilnya Soulwax di Bengkel Nightpark yang dihadirkan oleh 360 Entertainment. Sebelum tampilnya bintang utama, acara dibuka oleh jagoan lokal diantaranya Electronic Groove EGRV dan The Sigit. Terlihat bahwa banyak pengunjung memang datang untuk menyaksikan Soulwax, yang tampak saat band ini naik kepanggung seluruh penonton langsung menyerbu panggung hingga seluruh area Bengkel penuh sesak. Jakarta was just packed with events on the 23rd of September and one of those events was Soulwax’s performance at Bengkel Nightpark. The night began with Electronic Groove EGRV and The Sigit as the opening acts before Soulwax stole the show with their alternative rock/electro beats.
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danam Fame & Lintas Café menggelar acara pada hari Kamis malam berjudul ‘Club Culture’ yang juga sekaligus perayaan ulang tahun dari rekan dari Immigrant seperti Adhisty, Lisa, Clara, DJ Kinzi dan Evan. Pesta tidak lengkap tanpa pengisi acara yang spektakuler, dan barisan pemutar lagunya adalah DJ Riri Mestica, Jessica, Stevee-Mareno-MC Cashman dari Discofellas dan tidak ketinggalan resident DJ Tom’s, Ical dan Oki Koro. Pemeriah pesta pun hadir dari berbagai rekan yaitu Natalie Foxee, Mechan Wong, maupun ‘The Birthday Girls’.
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Odanam Fame & Lintas Café held a special event titled ‘Club Culture’ celebrating the birthdays of many of Immigrant’s patrons and partners. On the decks were DJ Riri Mestica, Jessica, Stevee-Mareno-MC Cashman from Discofellas and the old faithful resident DJs.
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Red Square Thursday 23 September
Sexy In The City
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ed Square memang sebuah tempat yang sangat seksi dan dengan menggait Absolut Vodka, mereka mengadakan acara “Sexy In The City” untuk menularkan keseksiannya keseluruh kota Jakarta. Suasana seksi lebih terasa dengan permainan irama sexy house oleh para resident DJ ditambah Cocktail Dress Fashion Show kreasi Alida Butik yang diperagakan oleh 6 Top Model dari AN Generation. Walaupun Red Square tidak dipadati oleh pengunjungnya, namun kehadiran para model sexy cukup membuat seluruh mata tertuju ke catwalk. Red Square, in conjunction with Absolut Vodka, brought the sexy back in their event “Sexy In The City”. A sultry mood was in the air with resident DJs spinning out smooth house beats and a Cocktail Dress Fashion Show that got all eyes focused on the catwalk. The vibe was thick with sex appeal and the usual squads of Thursday night clubbers to experience it.
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Tennis Indoor Senayan Wed 22, Thurs 23 September
Java Jams Out Again
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.A Lights Concert Jakarta Jam ’10 yang diselenggarakan oleh Java Musikindo di hari kedua, mengedepankan konsep musik Alternative Pop dan Emo. Konser yang dihadiri oleh sebagian besar anak muda, dimulai setelah pukul 7 malam dan dibuka oleh penampilan dari Forever The Sickest Kids. Band asal Texas yang beraliran Power Pop, Pop Punk, Emo ini, langsung disambut oleh histeria dari penonton di area festival. Setelah bermain lebih dari satu jam, panggung diisi oleh penampilan band kedua yang berasal dari Phoenix, yaitu The Maine. Karakter band
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berikut ini beda dari sebelumnya, terbalut dengan karakter Alternative dan Pop Rock. Tiba di puncak acara, Hello Goodbye tampil dengan musik Power Pop, dan Synth Pop. Band yang tampil karena banyaknya permintaan via Twitter ini, mampu membius para penonton yang tidak terlalu memenuhi area festival. Setelah usai, acara di bagian luar masih menampilkan grup band lokal jebolan dari L.A Lights Indiefest yang sekaligus menutup Jakarta Jam ’10. Terima kasih untuk L.A Lights dan Java Musikindo. See you at Jakarta Jam ’11!
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After last year’s Jakarta Jam success, of course Java Musikindo would bring it back again this year. With the aid of L.A. Lights, the Jakarta Jam returned for a two day nonstop music concert spanning two different genres of music. The first day was dedicated to Hip Hop and RnB lovers by presenting Flo Rida and Chingy. On the local side was Bondan Prakoso & Fade2Black opening. The second day mixed things up a little by bringing Alternative tunes for the masses, which brought in a much younger crowd than the day before. The lineup that evening started off with Forever The Sickest Kids followed by The Maine and last but not least, the main stars of the night were Hello Goodbye, who were selected especially for the event due to high public demand on Java Musikindo’s Twitter page The music and festivities weren’t all kept within the walls of Tennis Indoor Senayan. On the outside were mini stages presenting local artists, who kept the tunes coming even after the concert was over inside.
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Apollo Bar & Lounge Friday 24 September
Q! Film Festival Opening Party
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ebelum Q! Film Festival digelar diberbagai tempat di Jakarta, Apollo Bar & Lounge menyelenggarakan sebuah acara pembukaan selayaknya sebuah pesta peluncuran, lengkap dengan digelarnya karpet merah. Untuk meramaikan acara beberapa model look-a-like yang mengenakan pakaian menyerupai berbagai karakter ikon film. Pada sisi hiburan musik para resident DJ memainkan Top 40 House dan para D’Goddess bergantian Lip Sync membuat suasana lebih ramai.
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Apollo Bar & Lounge held a red carpet opening party for Q! Film Festival, complete with look-alike models dressed as iconic movie characters. Apollo’s D’Goddesses entertained the crowd with their captivating Lip Sync performance, along with resident DJs spinning out Top 40 House tracks. Freedom of expression for all.
thereTHEN Blowfish Friday 24 September
Tiga & Juan MacLean
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etelah tampil di Jakarta beberapa waktu lalu, Tiga James Sontag kembali tampil, kali ini di Blowfish untuk beraksi dalam acara “Future Disco” dan berbagi deck bersama Juan MacLean. Acara dimulai dengan permainan music Electronica dan Dance Punk milik Juan MacLean yang mampu membuat lantai dansa Blowfish padat dengan pengunjung. Akhir dari permainan Juan menandakan saat Tiga naik kepanggung untuk memainkan Electro-Acid-Tech khas miliknya yang tentu langsung disambut dengan meriah oleh seluruh pengunjung.
Returning once again to Jakarta was Tiga James Sontag, this time to take the stage at Blowfish, and bringing with him Juan MacLean to share the decks and make the party. Starting the night off was Juan spinning out Electronica and Dance Punk which prepped the crowd for Tiga’s ElectroAcid-Tech tracks. One great night with music to match.
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Bloc Party DJ Set
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engan beroperasinya Bar Opiume di IndoChine, saatnya telah tiba untuk menampilkan bintang international pertamanya dan kesempatan ini diberikan kepada Russell Lissack, salah satu anggota band Bloc Party. Selain ahli dalam memainkan gitar, ternyata Russel juga berbakat memainkan turntable, yang diperlihatkannya dalam acara bertajuk “Bloc Party DJ Set� malam itu. Walau jumlah pengunjung tidak terlalu penuh, acara tetap berjalan dengan cukup seru ditambah permainan resident DJ Rambo yang sempat meramaikan suasana. With IndoChine’s Bar Opiume finally operational, the moment to bring in an international talent had come, and this monumental occasion was given to Russell Lissack from Bloc Party. Sharing the decks with Russell that night was resident DJ Rambo, both getting the crowd present to dance the night away.
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Dragonfly Saturday 25 September
Martin Solveig
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ragonfly yang bekerja sama dengan Johnnie Walker Gold Label menghadirkan Martin Solveig untuk mendominasi DJ Booth dengan set music House, Pop dan Funk miliknya. Suasana malam itu mulai dipanaskan oleh resident DJ Joyo dan Aay ditambah permainan visual VJ Mutter sambil menanti lantai dansa dipenuhi oleh para pengunjung. Tidak berapa lama kemudian, Dragonfly mulai tumpah ruah dengan pengunjung dan selepas tengah malam, Martin Solveig pun tampil ke atas DJ Booth untuk menampilkan kepiawaiannya dibalik deck. . French House yang ditampilkan oleh Martin, terbukti ampuh membuai Dragonfly pada malam itu.
Dragonfly, in conjunction with Johnnie Walker Gold Label, presented Martin Solveig to dominate the DJ Booth with his French House set. The task of warming up the crowd and getting more to pile on the dance floor before the main event was left to resident DJs Joyo and Aay, accompanied by the visual masteries of VJ Mutter. Martin Solveig’s time to shine came as midnight passed, when he took control of the decks, spinning out his House-Pop-Funk tracks for ‘Everybody’ to enjoy.
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Focus on 3rd Salihara Festival:
Margaret Leng Tan By Erza S.T.
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or some of you, the name Margaret Leng Tan might not ring any bells. However, in the world of classical music, Margaret Leng Tan is known as a one of a kind pianist who works in the contemporary field. Born in Singapore, Margaret was the first woman to earn a doctorate from Julliard as well as a classical music artist who is known for her work as a professional toy pianist. She performs around the world on her 51cm high toy piano (klavier kinder). It is no coincidence that Margaret loves these toy pianos so much. Thanks to the famous composer John Cage, whom she met in 1981, Margaret
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was soon in love with the sound of this toy piano. She also became an expert on John Cage music through her relationship with the composer, that lasted to his death. John Cage himself, an American composer, was known as one of the leading figures of the post-war avant-garde music scene, and for his non-standard use of musical instruments. Critics have lauded him as one of the most influential American composers of the 20th Century. It was in 1993 at a thrift store in the East Village in New York, where Margaret bought her first toy piano, which cost only US$45. The 45cm high, two octave little toy thus became the instrument to deliver 1948 Toy Piano Suite.
regularly featured at international festivals, often records for adventurous labels such as Mode and New Albion and has appeared on American public television, at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall.
Joining the Salihara Festival for the first time, Margaret will present Sonic Encounters: The New Piano - An exploration of new possibilities for the piano and toy piano. Works by the famous “Three Cs” - John Cage, Henry Cowell and George Crumb, along with some other works Margaret Leng Tan has from the next generation established herself as a major such as Somei Satoh, Toby Twining and Erik Griswold, force within the American avant- are also on Margaret’s list to garde; a highly visible, talented perform.
and visionary pianist whose work sidesteps perceived artificial boundaries within the usual concert experience and creates a new level of communication with listeners.
Margaret is never far from her toy pianos. She favors music that confronts and defies the established boundaries of the piano and has collaborated with like-minded composers such as Somei Satoh, Tan Dun, Michael Nyman, Julia Wolfe, Toby Twining and Ge Gan-ru; she is also a favorite of composer George Crumb. Margaret Leng Tan has established herself as a major force within the American avant-garde; a highly visible, talented and visionary pianist whose work sidesteps perceived artificial boundaries within the usual concert experience and creates a new level of communication with listeners. Embracing aspects of theater, choreography, performance and even “props” such as the teapot she “plays” in Alvin Lucier’s Nothing is Real, Margaret has brought to the avant-garde, a measure of good old-fashioned showmanship, tempered with a disciplinary rigor inherited from her mentor John Cage. This has won Tan acceptance far beyond the norm for performers of avant-garde music, as she is
Festival Salihara (now the third), can be seen as the crème de la crème of Salihara’s curators’ choices, as they put together the best possible from the respective fields and contexts. It is a cornucopia of presentations and performances, displaying twelve troupes from Indonesia and abroad with world-class quality. This year, the highlights range from a Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim lecture on “freedom and its enemies” to a premiere of “Tan Malaka” – an operatic work by poet Goenawan Mohamad and composer Tony Prabowo. The 3rd Salihara Festival runs from the 23rd September to the 20th October.
Margaret Leng Tan – Sonic Encounters 5th October, 8pm start. Salihara For more information, call: +6221 789 1202
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INDUSTRI REKAMAN:
LETIH, LELAH, LEMAH, LOYO LAGI LESU
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i masa sekarang, ketika melihat pemandangan toko kaset/cakram digital membludak dilimpahi pengunjung jangan dulu direspons girang. Pengumuman besar tentang diskon gigantik untuk seluruh koleksinya jangan dulu disambut riang. Sebab di era kini, fenomena macam demikian biasanya pertanda buruk: institusi tersebut sedang merugi. Lihat saja apa yang terjadi dengan Aquarius Pondok Indah sebulan silam. Salah satu ritel kaset/cakram digital terbesar di Indonesia ini pada pertengahan Agustus lalu tampak dibanjiri publik. Rupanya toko yang telah eksis sejak 1995 itu sedang menyelenggarakan rabat gila-gilaan. Puluhan ribu barang dilego jauh lebih murah dari biasanya. Dampaknya: lahan parkir sungguh penuh hingga harus menggunakan badan jalan, tiap orang bak berlomba memborong apa saja yang ada, antrian manusia bertumpuk di depan kasir. Pemandangan seperti ini belakangan duhai jarang terjadi. Bisa
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dibilang, relatif di setiap gerai penjualan album rekaman di Nusantara tingkat kunjungan kian hari kian merosot. Omset setinggi langit sekadar jadi kisah masa lalu―bisa break even saja sudah bersyukur. Dan benar saja, menjulangnya derajat kedatangan masyarakat ke Aquarius Pondok Indah ternyata karena perusahaan yang bernaung di bawah bendera Aquarius Musikindo itu hendak tutup untuk selamanya. Sebelumnya, Aquarius Dago (Bandung) yang dibuka sejak 1990 berhenti beroperasi pada Desember 2009. Sementara Aquarius Surabaya terpaksa dibekukan pada Februari 2010 lampau setelah berjalan tujuh tahun. Segendang sepenarian dengan toko kaset/ cakram digital tingkat nasional lainnya, Disc Tarra. Walau tak sampai harus menutup barisan tokonya―menurut data tahun 2009 ada 78 toko Disc Tarra di seluruh Indonesia―namun indikasi rapuh tercuat gamblang dengan pengurangan luas area toko hingga setengahnya seperti yang terjadi
di di Jakarta, Bandung, dan Bali. Varian artis yang disodorkannya pun cenderung yang “aman”, yang gampang laku. Gairah masyarakat berburu album musik dalam bentuk fisik dalam tempo singkat tersimak berkurang duhai cepat, terjadi merata di berbagai kota. Dalam blantika internasional, Tower Records tumbang terjungkal pada 2006. Virgin Megastore yang tadinya berjumlah ratusan di seluruh dunia, kini hanya tinggal seratusan toko dengan cakupan wilayah yang terus menyempit. Segendang sepenarian dengan HMV, skala bisnisnya terus dan terus tergerus. Selain karena kecenderungan global yang serba digital―anak muda lebih mengakrabi MP3 dan iPod dibanding kaset/cd & pemutar audio tradisional―ditambah lagi pembajakan yang masih merdeka merajalela―utamanya di Indonesia. Benar, sengkarut ini menggejala di seluruh jagat raya, tak cuma di Nusantara. Memang, yang dimatikan cuma 3 toko Aquarius―sekarang tinggal satu saja: Aquarius Mahakam―dan induk usahanya, PT Aquarius Musikindo, masih mampu bertahan. Tapi sampai kapan? Sebab jika pemerintah tetap ogah serius mengurusi pembajakan di negeri ini maka seluruh sendi industri rekaman akan cepat tamat. Maka bersiaplah: kiamat sudah semakin dekat. [RUDOLF DETHU]
Aquarius Pondok Indah, one of the biggest record stores in Indonesia and located in the South of Jakarta, will soon be closed. The shop, first opened in 1995, has simply run out of business. Mid-August saw them start selling tens of thousands of items in their collection with a massive discount. A few months before that, in February, Aquarius Surabaya, after operating for 7 years, went bankrupt and Aquarius Dago, which used to be one of the coolest hangout spots for kids who lived in Bandung, was shut down in December 2009 after 19 years of guts and glory. Disc Tarra, another national record retail chain, consisting of 78 stores to be precise, is apparently in a similar situation, and although they haven’t closed any of their stores yet, some in significant cities like Jakarta, Surabaya and Denpasar, have been resized, some down to 50% smaller. This phenomenon, most people believe, is caused by the digital trend. MP3s and iPods have taken over the world. They are more popular than cassettes or cds and walkmans or tape recorders, and piracy is exacerbating the problem. Even the gigantic-size record stores like Virgin have lost the add-on ‘Megastore’ in their title, switching now to become Virgin Store only. Tower Records, once considered a major influential music institution in their hay day, called it a day in 2006. With the many DVD and CD shops that line many of Indonesia’s streets, the Indonesian Government must come up with a strategy to put a stop to piracy and illegal copies. If they fail to do this, the countdown to music armageddon will continue...
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DOMESTIC GROOVE: Celeb’s Chosen Seven
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What music are you into at the moment? Right now, I’m into all kinds of music, as I always have been — good music which is made with LOVE. What was the first record you bought—any interesting story about it? The first record I bought was from Michael Jackson. Because I wanted to be able to do the “Moonwalk” like Michael did... hehe... What is your all-time favorite album/s? Why? My all-time favorite album is and will always be Grace by Jeff Buckley. It’s just simply amazingly beautiful. The way Jeff sang. The way he wrote the songs. His guitar chords. He was a singer/songwriter and a magician at the same time. What was the worst record you ever purchased? Never did it. Coz I always checked it out before I decided to buy one. Who do you want to be, other than yourself, next time you reincarnate? I wanna be the Dalai Lama. Coz he always smiles. What album do you choose to start your weekend? Michael Jackson’s Off The Wall. And song you choose to end your weekend? Ray La Montagne’s Three More Days.
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THE UPSTAIRS:
RESAH BERDANSA DI MENARALARA
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etelah terakhir kali merilis album penuh Magnet! Magnet! pada 2009, veteran new wave asal Jakarta, The Upstairs, September ini datang kembali dengan karya terbarunya berupa single yang dilengkapi videoklip: Menaralara. Di kesempatan ini, konfigurasi pembagian peran sedikit berbeda. Jimi, yang biasanya dominan, bertugas di departemen lirik saja. Sementara Beni kebagian memproduseri & Kubil sepenuhnya bertanggungjawab di isu visual/video. Mengawali karirnya sejak 9 tahun silam, tepatnya 5 Oktober 2001, kelompok yang pekat terpengaruh musisi berorientasi kibor mulai dari A Flock of Seagulls, Devo, Depeche Mode hingga Joy Division ini mulai merenggut atensi anak muda ketika
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feature menerbitkan EP bertajuk Antah Berantah di awal 2002. Eksistensi mereka yang warna-warni dan aneh sendiri itu makin direspons baik oleh publik ketika selanjutnya merilis album Matraman. Kreasi paling perdana di bawah label independen Sirkus Rekord serta diluncurkan tepat pada malam Valentine, 14 Februari 2004, tersebut berujung amat fenomenal lagi bersejarah. BB’s Bar, Menteng, lokasi dimana pesta diadakan, berubah menjadi lautan manusia. Kafe nan sempit itu ultra kewalahan menampung luapan pengunjung. Konon tak pernah sebelumnya BB’s sampai sebegitu membludak. Belum lagi prestasi di sektor penjualan: 100 CD Matraman ludes dalam 2 jam. Popularitas kontingen jebolan Institut Kesenian Jakarta itu kian wangi saat melansir video klip untuk menimpali single Apakah Aku Berada di Mars atau Mereka Mengundang Orang Mars. Bukan cuma tembangnya bertitel “ajaib”, tepat guna buat dansa-dansi, pun sutradaranya “berbahaya”: The Jadugar, yang merupakan duet antara Anggun + Henry “Batman”. Hype ini terus merambat ke permukaan lewat kemunculan intensif profil mereka di majalah-majalah prestisius tanah air.
baru. Berselang 3 tahun setelahnya, pada 2009, band yang menyebut penggemarnya sebagai “Modern Darling” ini hadir lagi—dan menjadi indie lagi—via album ketiga: Magnet! Magnet!. Setelah sebelumnya Petroff (R.I.P.), Alfi Chaniago, Elta Emanuella, Dian Maryana, sempat duduk di kabinet The Upstairs, jajaran birokrasinya di masa sekarang berupa trio: Jimi Multhazam (biduan), Andre “Kubil” Idris (gitar), Beni Adhiantoro (drum), dibantu oleh personel non-tetap yaitu Khrisna (kibor) serta Pandu Fathoni (bas, synth). Ayo bergegas menyambangi menyaksikan Menaralara!
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Almost a year after releasing their 3rd full-length album Magnet! Magnet!, The Upstairs are back with their newest single and video, Menaralara. Indra “Kubil” Idris (guitar) was the guy in charge for the video clip, while Jimi Multhazam (vocals) wrote the lyrics and Beni Adhiantoro (drums) took the position as producer. Yes, after quite a few musicians have come-and-gone, during their 9th year The Upstairs has officially become a trio with some additional players: Khrisna (keyboard) and Pandu Fathoni (bass, synth). Go visit YouTube now to witness—and dance to—Menaralara!
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etelah sukses dengan track “Last Call” yang menyabet ICEMA Award sebagai Dance Track Terbaik, Riri Mestica langsung merilis kompilasi yang diberi judul “Mash ‘n Dash’. Album terbitan dari Spinach Records ini berisi dua keping yang masing – masing berlainan karakter. CD pertama dengan “Mash”, sedangkan CD kedua dengan “Dash”. Disc 1 yang karakternya lebih ‘Mashy’ berisikan beberapa track internasional seperti “Party In Miami” – Aria, Mark M, DJ Ortzy. “Going Back To My Roots” – STFU, track yang laris di berbagai lantai dansa. Dengan keberhasilan meraih track terbaik, membuat Riri mengisi album ini dengan “Last Call” dengan gaya Mash & Dash Remix minus vokalnya MC Giri. Starkiller yang beberapa kali tampil di Jakarta, tracknya berjudul “Cantina” dengan balutan nuansa ‘Mexico’. Talenta lainnya dari Spinach, DJ Tiara Eve menyumbangkan track berjudul “Dreamcaster” yang di-remix oleh Riri Mestica. Cakram pertama ditutup dengan track “Oldschool” dari Spencer & Hill versi Club Mix. Disc 2 dibuka oleh track kepunyaan sendiri berjudul “Higher”. Lompat ke track ketiga masih diisi oleh karya sendiri berjudul “Sick”. Track berikutnya merupakan kolaborasi antara DJ Patricia dan Riri Mestica yang diberi nama “Groovin Me” dan disambung dengan “Cloudseven” yang pernah mengisi album Riri terdahulu. Masih memberikan kesempata kepada talenta lainnya, terselip track “Simple Plan” milik LTN yang di-remix oleh Riri. Masih ada dua track lagi, satu berjudul “Silver Touch” dan kerja bareng dengan Sarah yang menuangkan vokalnya di “Goodbye Silence”. Sebagian besar track yang menghuni di keping kedua ini, milik dari Riri Mestica. Hasil akhir, kompilasi “Mash & Dash” ini patut dimiliki. Terlebih, jika disandingkan dengan album – album DJ Riri lainnya. Kompilasi ini bisa didapatkan di Spinach Records dan toko lainnya. Dengan membeli album fisik ini dan bukan bajakan, marilah mempertahankan eksistensi toko kaset dan CD, plus mempertahankan Compact Disc. Yuk mari!
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alam dua minggu ke depan ini, cowok-cowok bakal lebih memilih untuk mendekam di rumah, nonton sepak bola sambil minum bir, daripada ke bioskop. Soalnya, film-film yang bakal tayang memang agak berbahaya bagi derajat ke-macho-an. “Madame X” yang bebancian, “Eat Pray Love” yang cengeng, dan “Going the Distance” yang manis-manis romantis bakal lebih menawan kaum cewek serta mereka yang kecewek-cewekan. Jangan lupa atur jadwal nonton di www.blitzmegaplex.com!
Madame X Comedy, Action, Fantasy. Director: Lucky Kuswandi. Writers: Agasyah Karim, Khalid Kashoogi. Cast: Amink, Marcell Siahaan, Ria Irawan, Robby Tumewu, Ikhsan Himawan, Saira Jihan, Vincent Rompies, Titi DJ, Sarah Sechan, Shanty, Fitri Tropica, Joko Anwar. Di sebuah negara antah berantah, seorang banci salon yang siang bernama Adam dan malam bernama Hawa telah ditakdirkan menjadi superhero untuk membela kaum yang lemah, terbuang, marginal, dan terhitung minoritas. Untuk menggenapi panggilan hidupnya itu, ia juga harus mengalahkan berbagai ketakutannnya, juga kisah masa lalunya. “Madame X” adalah film panjang karya pertama sutradara muda Lucky Kuswandi. Jenis film superhero yang digabung dengan komedi ini merupakan sesuatu yang baru di dunia film lokal, dan “Madame X” berhasil menjadi pelopor yang menghibur. Ceritanya sederhana, mudah dicerna, namun skenarionya rapi, cermat, kuat, dan tidak membosankan. Dengan menciptakan seorang superhero waria, “Madame X” sudah menjadi sebuah film dengan ide yang asli, segar, dan menggelitik. Yang paling menghibur dalam film ini adalah penampilan Joko Anwar sebagai waria, serta Titi DJ sebagai karakter antagonis bersuara sakti. Penonton yang akrab dengan gaya hidup alternatif bakal tertawa lebih keras. Anda yang bermasalah dengan kesetaraan gender, khususnya menyangkut eksistensi “gender ketiga”, mungkin lebih baik mencari hiburan lain yang lebih cocok dengan gaya berpikir yang picik. “Madame X” yang konyol dan komikal ini memang tontonan buat mereka yang berselera humor tinggi, dan berwawasan maju dan terbuka. Cross-dressing Adam, who works in a cheap beauty salon, has to face his destiny to become a superhero(ine) who will defend the weak, the minority groups, and the god-forsaken ones. ‘Madame X” is a kick-ass Indonesian comedy with fresh ideas and hilarious scenes. It may pay a little too much attention to today’s social and political issues, yet the overall movie is great; camp, and entertaining. A good debut by young director, Lucky Kuswandi.
Eat Pray Love Drama, Romance. Director: Ryan Murphy. Writers: Ryan Murphy, Jennifer Salt, Elizabeth Gilbert. Cast: Julia Roberts, I Gusti Ayu Puspawati, Hadi Subiyanto, Christine Hakim, Javier Bardem, Billy Crudup, Violet Davis, James Franco. Novel Elizabet Gilbert berjudul “Eat Pray Love” sudah menjadi bacaan wajib jutaan wanita putus asa, patah hati, dan cengeng yang mencari jawaban dalam impian-impian romantis dan eksotik tentang makna hidup dan cinta. Singkatnya: roman picisan abad 21.
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feature Usai bercerai dengan suaminya, Liz Gilbert uring-uringan, kehilangan makna hidup, lantas mendapat ide jenius, yaitu berkeliling dunia mencari Si Makna Hidup itu. Ia pun makan dengan rakusnya di Italia, lantas berdoa tanpa henti-hentinya di India, dan akhirnya ke Indonesia (yang ia dengan bodohnya sebut sebagai “Bali” saja) untuk belajar tentang cinta. Tentunya, ia menemukan jodohnya di situ, sesama penggila eksotisme. Tentunya, satu-satunya alasan kita menonton film ini adalah lokasinya yang ada di Tanah Air sendiri, serta melihat bagaimana Christine Hakim dan kawan-kawannya berinteraksi dengan Julia Roberts. Cerita yang jelas-jelas tidak masuk akal ini tidak bisa diselamatkan oleh skenario dan arahan sutradara Ryan Murphy. Ujung-ujungnya, “Eat Pray Love” hanyalah sebuah film feminis semacam “Sex & The City” namun tanpa busana yang wah, tanpa guyonan mesum, dan malah penuh dengan wejangan yang membuat kita mengantuk. What would a woman like Elizabeth Gilbert do to fix her life after a divorce? Move on? Enjoy singlehood? Of course not. She took the most bizarre and illogical way to cope with her life: eating like mad in Italy, praying like there’s no tomorrow in India, and learning about love in Bali. This is the movie version of Elizabeth Gilbert’s popular memoir. Sure, we’re going to see ‘Eat Pray Love’, just because we’re curious about how Hollywood will capture Bali, and how Christine Hakim and other Indonesian talents interact on screen with Julia Roberts. But as for the story? It’s just another chick flick like ‘Sex & The City’, minus the fashion, minus the sexual puns, and plus the “profound insights on the meaning of life and love” … yawn! Now, did I or didn’t I just burn those Paulo Coelho and Deepak Chopra books?
Going the Distance Romance, Comedy. Director: Nanette Burstein. Writer: Geoff LaTulippe. Cast: Drew Barrymore, Justin Long, Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis, Christina Applegate, Ron Livingstone. “Going the Distance” adalah sebuah kisah sederhana yang sangat akrab dengan gaya hidup saat ini: kisah cinta jarak jauh (yang sebenarnya tidak jauh-jauh amat!) Erin (Drew Barrymore) dan Garrett (Justin Long) benar-benar saling terpikat sejak pertemuan pertama mereka. Namun, keduanya terpisah jarak, yaitu antara New York City dan San Fransisco. Teman-teman Garrett serta kakak perempuan Erin tidak henti-hentinya memperingatkan mereka tentang kecilnya kemungkinan cinta jarak jauh itu berhasil. Erin dan Garrett tetap berjuang dan ingin membuktikan bahwa cinta mereka bisa terwujud. Walau terkesan sederhana, naif, dan tidak menawarkan apa-apa yang baru, namun Drew Barrymore dan Justin Long adalah pribadi-pribadi yang menyenangkan untuk ditonton. “Going the Distance” bisa jadi pilihan film kencan yang manis. Kalaupun Anda dan pasangan tidak tinggal di satu kota yang sama, cobalah menontonnya di kota masing-masing dalam saat yang bersamaan. ‘Going the Distance’ is as simple as the title. It’s a story of long distance love between Erin (Barrymore) and Garrett (Long), in San Francisco and New York City. This film is our choice for a movie date… friends of Garrett and sister of Erin represent the audience’s voice, who say that such a relationship is impossible. Yet, it is Barrymore and Long’s charm and chemistry that will make us believe they could be the exception.
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food SCOOP Jakarta Culinary Festival 2010 Mengulang kesuksesan tahun lalu, Jakarta Culinary Festival kembali hadir untuk yang kedua kalinya. Festival kuliner yang dipersembahkan oleh Ismaya Group ini, menurut rencana akan diselenggarakan pada tanggal 4 – 30 November mendatang. Pada acara tahun ini, tidak hanya International Masterchefs yang akan menuturkan tehnik dan pengalamannya, seperti Santi Santamaria, peraih 3 bintang Michelin Alvin Leung, Frank Camorra (Australia), Edward Kwon of The Spice (Korea), Ryan Clift of Tippling Club (Singapore), Jared Ingersoll (Australia). Namun, terdapat pula wakil lokal seperti Chris Salan dari Mozaic Bali, Will Meyrick of Sarong Bali, Aldo Volpi of Social House, Chef Sandra Djohan, Farah Quinn, Andhika Maxi, dan Chef Tatang. Dibuka pada tanggal 4 – 7 November, acaranya akan dihelat di Grand Indonesia Level 5. Ikuti terus info selanjutnya. Following last year’s success, Jakarta Culinary Festival has returned for its second incarnation. This culinary festival presented by Ismaya Group will be held from 4th to 30th of November at Level 5 Grand Indonesia. This year’s event will feature a lineup of international Masterchefs including Santi Santamaria, 3 star Michelin winner Alvin Leung, Frank Camorra (Australia), Edward Kwon of The Spice (Korea), Ryan Clift of Tippling Club (Singapore) and Jared Ingersoll (Australia) who will all showcase their culinary expertise. A local lineup of chefs will also take part such as Chris Salan from Mozaic Bali, Will Meyrick of Sarong Bali, Aldo Volpi of Social House, Chef Sandra Djohan, Farah Quinn, Andhika Maxi, and Chef Tatang. For more info contact Febby Anwar (08161155952) or Fina M. Pardede (085210600065)
Maison Louis Jadot Wine Dinner at Lyon Restaurant Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta akan bekerja sama dengan Maison Louis Jadot, salah satu winery terkenal dari Burgundy, akan mempersembahkan pengalaman kulinari yang menakjubkan pada tanggal 7 Oktober mulai 18.30 di Lyon Restaurant. Executive Chef Thierry Le Queau telah menyiapkan five-course set menu dinner istimewa yang akan disajikan bersama wine dari Louis Jadot. Representatif dari Maison Louis Jadot, Ms Camille Jouffroy, akan hadir pula dalam acara ini untuk menjawab pertanyaan bagi para hadirin. Dengan harga Rp1,5 juta/orang nett anda dapat menikmati wine dinner yang istimewa ini. Untuk informasi dan reservasi, silakan hubungi Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta dengan menelpon 29938888 extensi 6002/6004 Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta, in collaboration with Maison Louis Jadot, one of the finest wineries in Burgundy, will host an experience of culinary delights on 7th of October starting from 6.30pm onwards at Lyon Restaurant. Executive Chef Thierry Le Queau has created a superb five-course set menu dinner, which will be accompanied by the fine wines of Louis Jadot. A representative from Maison Louis Jadot, Ms Camille Jouffroy, will also attend the dinner and will have the pleasure of answering questions and queries from those present. This superb wine dinner is priced at Rp1.5million/person net. For further information and reservations, please contact Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta by phone on 29938888 extensions 6002/6004.
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A Journey through Ancient Thai Traditions Seasons Cafe mempersembahkan sebuah pertualangan kuliner yang tak terlupakan. Hingga 10 October mendatang, hidangan khas Thailand yang lezat akan disuguhkan kepada pengunjung Seasons Cafe. Dua chef yang diterbangkan langsung dari Four Seasons Chiang Mai akan meracik berbagai hidangan seperti Tom Yum Kung, Kaow Soi Gai, Throd Man Goong dan berbagai macam lainnya. Kesemua hidangan buffet dapat dinikmati sepuas hati dengan harga Rp198.000++ atau Rp398.000++ untuk Sunday Brunch (termasuk free flow wine dan jus buah). Untuk reservasi hubungi: 2523456 Seasons Cafe presents an unforgettable culinary journey. Up until the 10th of October, delicious Thai dishes will be available. Two chefs are being flown in directly from Four Seasons Chiang Mai to present a variety of traditional Thai dishes such as Tom Yum Kung, Kaow Soi Gai, Throd Man Goong and many others. The special all-you-can-eat buffet will set you back Rp198K++ or Rp398K++ for Sunday Brunch (includes free flow wine and fruit juice). For reservations call: 2523456.
New Waroeng Kita at St. Moritz Waroeng Kita yang terkenal dengan menu autentik Indonesia miliknya telah membuka cabang terbarunya di PX Pavilion di St. Moritz yang disediakan khusus untuk warga Jakarta Barat. Dalam rangka grand opening cabangnya di St. Moritz, Waroeng Kita mengadakan discount khusus 30% untuk seluruh pilihan menunya hingga waktu yang belum ditentukan hanya di St. Moritz. Jl. Puri Indah Block U1, CBD, West Jakarta. Call: 58358584 Known for its wide variety of authentic Indonesian cuisine,Waroeng Kita has opened a new branch at PX Pavilion in St. Moritz to cater to the Westside community of Jakarta. As part of its grand opening Waroeng Kita is offering a 30% discount on all items only available at this new branch until a yet-to-be-decided date. Jl. Puri Indah Block U1, CBD, West Jakarta. Call: 58358584. beatmag.com | 057
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emang is an area in Jakarta where there are a lot of things going on at once. You have your boutiques, specialty shops, beauty salons, cafes, clubs, and of course, restaurants. But I always have a fond memory of this one particular place. I remember going to Kemang Fish & Chips Shop when I was a young boy with my late father. It was in this tiny eatery that my father introduced me to a simple dish called “Fish and Chips”. He told me that it was one of his favorite meals during his travels abroad.Located at Jalan Kemang I, Kemang Fish & Chips Shop has been around since the mid‘90s. It was then owned by a British expatriate, but about 2 years ago, a local gentleman by the name of Rahadi Arsyad took over. Rahadi spent most of his childhood in Sydney, where he too grew fond
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of this simple dish. With his experience working at 5-star hotels in Jakarta and Bali, he runs this place as a ‘labor of love’. I don’t think it has changed much since the ‘90s. When somebody says ‘lack of ambience’, another says ‘decidedly simple’. The color blue dominates the room and there are only a handful of tables inside this small restaurant. On a recent lunch visit with a friend, I saw just a couple of small parties of diners and the place looked full. From their conversations, I
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could tell that they were long time fans of this establishment. I also saw a good number of people ordering take outs for lunch. And despite the small staff, I can see that they do deliveries as well. Now about the food. Rahadi told me that the premium quality dory fish are specially imported from Vietnam. But the one thing that I personally love about their fish and chips, is that the potatoes are hand-cut and fried to perfection. No frozen supermarket French fries here! The fish and chips come in three sizes: ‘Admiral Feast’ (48K), ‘Captain’s Meal’ (38K), and for the little ones, ‘Sailor’s Bite’ (28K). As well as the speciality dish, they also have an Aussie-style Burger (35K), a delicious twist to a traditional hamburger, topped with beetroot and
egg. And in keeping with the Australian theme, their Meat Pie (35K) is also gaining popularity among the customers. To cool off, go for the fresh juices (15K). You can choose between Guava, Strawberry, or Star fruit. But, should you feel like indulging a little bit, try their Milk Shakes (16K) or Thick Shakes (20K). Strawberry, Chocolate, or Vanilla, all full of goodness… I remember sitting in this small but warm eatery with my father years ago, where he told me unique stories about his overseas travels. And how a simple man like him could forget his (very Indonesian) craving for rice for just a little while, with a simple, tasty meal like fish and chips. Thanks, Dad. I’m having this one in honor of you! Budi iskandar
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nother traffic jam… It is an all-too-common occurrence in Jakarta. And Jalan Radio Dalam is no exception. It is one of the busiest streets in South Jakarta. But that night, I wasn’t going to let it get to me. I was quite hungry, so I decided to find myself a place for a bite to eat. I passed by this roadside food stall so many times, but this was the first time I actually stopped. “Sate Padang Salero Ajo” is a brightly-lit warung located on Jalan Radio Dalam. This place has become the new place to go for some good West Sumatran-style sate in Jakarta. Every time I pass by, I always see quite a number of cars parked nearby and a good amount of customers inside, so I can tell that this is a popular place, which speaks volumes about the food.
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As I entered, the fragrant smoky smell of grilled meat and the aroma of the spices welcomed me. I ordered one portion, and although the place was packed, in less than five minutes the skillful staff brought me ten sticks of Sate Padang with some ketupat (rice cake) on a plate topped with banana leaf. A blanket of yellow-brown sauce and a dash of fried shallots add color and texture and only heighten my anticipation of this wonderful dish.
Sate Padang Salero Ajo was featured in a main national newspaper recently. It is the brainchild of Asril Tanjung, a native of Padang Pariaman, West Sumatra. He actually started his business in the mid-‘70s but after a small setback in 1998 during the political rioting, he decided to rebuild from scratch. After helping with his brother’s stall (Ajo Ramon, another popular Sate Padang place at Pasar Santa), Asril reopened his warung in its current location in January 2008. Business has For those that don’t know exactly what Sate been good ever since. And to keep up with the Padang is, Wikipedia explains it well: “Sate Padang times, he even created Sate Padang Salero Ajo an is a dish from Padang and the surrounding area e-mail and Facebook account! in West Sumatra, which is made from cow or goat offal boiled in spicy broth then grilled. Its The traffic has eased a bit. With a happy tummy, main characteristic is a yellow sauce made from it was time for me to go home. But not before rice flour, mixed with spicy offal broth, turmeric, I ordered another portion, to go. I just can’t get ginger, garlic, coriander, galangal root, cumin, curry enough! powder and salt.” And believe me, this one is one of the best I’ve ever tasted. The meat is tender, and the sauce has just the right amount of kick. SATE PADANG SALERO AJO The right blend of herbs and spices, not just chilis, Jalan Radio Dalam is the key here. For Rp 15,000, you’ve got a great Jakarta Selatan deal for your dollar here! If you feel like it, try the Opens 5pm-12am nightly spicy cassava crackers (2K) and dip them in the Phone: 08128086107 sauce for a yummy accompaniment. beatmag.com | 061
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Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 9801 1061
BIN 17 MAP O7 Wine House, Bar, Dining Menara Dea Ground Floor with Italian, International, Indonesian Food Jl. Mega Kuningan Barat IX Kav. E.4.3 No. 1 Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 576 0939
CANTEEN MAP O5 American Style Pacic Place Level 4 SCBD Jl. Jend Sudirman kav 52-53 Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 579 73742
BIRDCAGE MAP Q3 A casual resto focussing on Euro comfort food. Jl. Wijaya 9/23 Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 739 2430 BEYOND MAP Q3 European Asian Graha Iskandarsyah Lobby Level Jl. Iskandarsyah Raya No. 66 C Jakarta Selatan : 021-727 91832 BLACK CAT MAP N3 Jazz Supper Club Plaza Senayan Arcadia Units X-208/209 Jl. New Delhi - Pintu 1 Senayan - Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 5790 1264 BLUE ERAWAN MAP J9 Thai Royal Cuisine Jl. Cut Meutia No. 2 Menteng Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 315 0980 BREAD N’ BREAKFAST MAP S5 All Day Breakfast Jl. Kemang Raya 15 Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 719 9869 CANGKIR MAP R3 Adventure Taste Jl. Panglima Polim IX No. 13 Jakarta Selatan : 021 – 724 65 26 CALI DELI MAP K9 Vietnamese Sandwich Jl. Surabaya No. 22 Menteng
THE CAZBAR MAP O8 International Jalan Mega Kuningan Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 5764582 DAPUR BABAH ELITE MAP G7 Classic Jakarta Jl. Veteran No. 18-19 Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 385 5653 DECANTER MAP N9 Mediterranean Plaza Kuningan, Menara Utara, Ground Floor Jl. H. R. Rasuna Said Kav. C1114 - Jakarta Pusat : 021- 529 63 888 D’OCEAN MAP Q6 Seafood Jl. Kapten Tendean No. 122-124 Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 727 80 117 DOMAIN MAP Q5 Warm and comfortable resto and hangout. Panin Tower B2 Floor, Senayan City Jalan Asia Afrika Kav. 19 Jakarta 10270 : 021 - 7278 1641 ELBOW ROOM MAP T5 Casual dining and live entertainment. Jl. Kemang Raya 24A Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 719 4274 EASTERN PROMISE MAP R5 Great Indian and western food with live bands out the back. Jl Kemang Raya 5 Jakarta Selatan : 021-7179 0151
clubs
bars
Restaurants HACIENDA MAP O3 Mexican Grill Plaza Senayan Arcadia Unit X 105 Jl. New Delhi No. 9. Pintu 1 Senayan - Jakarta Selatan : 021-5790 1469 HAN GANG MAP P5 Korean Jl. Wolter Monginsidi no. 99 Kebayoran Baru Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 7278 7789 HARD ROCK CAFÉ MAP I7 International Plaza Indonesia Entertainment X’nter Jl. MH Thamrin Kav 13 Unit LD 3EX-05 - Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 3199 0164 HEALTHY CHOICE MAP U5 Healthy food JL. Kemang Raya no. 32 Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 719 8482 IMMIGRANT MAP I7 Resto-Bar-Club House Plaza Indonesia 6th Floor #E02-03 Access from new Louis Vitton lobby : 021-3983.8257/58 INDOCHINE MAP O3 Indochine & Supperclub fX lifestyle X’nter f8, Jl. Jend. Sudirman – Pintu Satu Senayan - Jakarta Selatan : 021 – 3003 0330 JAPENGO MAP V8 Japanese Food Promenade Building .2 Jl. Warung Buncit Raya No. 98 Jakarta Selatan : 021-798 0144 JIMBARAN MAP A8 Beachside resto Pantai Karnaval Ancol Jakarta Utara : 021 - 640 1040
restaurants
KADO MAP K7 Traditional Japanese Intercontinental Mid Plaza LG Floor Jl. Jend Sudirman Kav. 10-11 Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 573 2030 ext. 6703 / 4735 KAMPUS MAP L9 Dining-Club-KaraokeLounge House Menara Imperium 35th -37th Floor Jl. HR Rasuna Said Kuningan Kav 1 : 021-8378.6008 KOI CAFÉ & GALLERY MAP S6 International Saberro House Jl. Kemang Raya No.10aJakarta Selatan : 021-719 5707 KENANGA MAP T1 Chinese Pondok Indah Plaza 2 Blok BA 2 No.9 Jl. Metro Pondok Indah : 021 - 769 6042 KAFE PISA MAP I8 Ice Cream & Italian Jl. Gereja Theresia 1 Menteng Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 3100 151/ 3928568 LARA DJONGGRANG MAP K10 Indonesian Traditional Jl. Teuku Cik Di Tiro 4 Menteng - Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 315 3252 / 316 0288 LOWEY MAP O7 Nice hangout and good western food and drinks Oakwood Condiminions Lingkar, Mega Kuningan Jakarta : 021 - 2554 2378 MOSCATLY MAP T1 Wine, Western & Oriental Jl. Metro Pondok Indah UF 21Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 765 3877
MOS BURGER MAP N3 Japanese burger Plaza Senayan 3rd Floor Jl. Asia Afrika No.8 Jakarta Selatan MOYA MAP L6 Spanish Pavilion Apartment Retail Arcade JL. KH Mas Mansyur kav 24 : 021 - 5794 1733 MOONLIGHT MAP L6 Food and Jazz music Pavilion Apartment Retail Arcade Jl. KH Mas Mansyur Kav 24 Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 5794 1731 PASTA DE WARAKU MAP I6 Japanese casual pasta Grand Indonesia, East Mall, Level 3A. : 021 - 2358 0916 Pondok Indah Mall 2 Level 3 : 021 - 7592 0608 Mall Taman Anggrek, Unit E 16 A , Level 2 : 021 - 563 9590 PORTOBELLO MAP L6 East meet West Mid Plaza 2, 1st Floor Jl. Jend Sudirman Kav. 10-11 Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 570 7774 ext 5100 PIZZA E BIRRA MAP I6 Pizza & Beer Plaza Indonesia Extension 5th Floor, Unit E 22-23 JL.MH Thamrin Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 319 28070 PLANET HOLLYWOOD MAP O6 American Jl. Gatot Subroto kav 16 Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 526 7827 PORTICO MAP N2 East Meet West Senayan City, Panin Tower Level B2 Unit 0 Jl. Asia Afrika - Jakarta Selatan
: 021 – 727 81 641 POTATO HEAD MAP O5 Western Pacic Place Mall Jend. Sudirman, Jakarta : 021 - 5797 3322 PURO MAP P7 Japanese and Italian City Plaza at Wisma Mulia Jl. Jend Gatot Subroto No. 42 Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 5297 1234 RAMEN 38 MAP Q3 Japanese Ramen noodles and more. Kamome Building Lt. 2, Melawai, Blok M Jakarta Selatan : 021-7280 0268 SAKANA MAP K6 Japanese light meal Mid Plaza 1 Basement Floor Jl. Jend Sudirman Kav 10-11 Jakarta Pusat : 021-574 6452 SCORE! MAP X3 International and Indonesian Cilandak Town Square 1st Floor. restaurants Jl. TB Simatupang kav.17 Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 7592.0279 SHY MAP U6 Elegant fine dining The Papilion, level 4 Jalan Kemang Raya no.45AA : 021 - 719 9921 SOCIAL HOUSE MAP I7t Restaurant, Bar, Winepost Harvey Nichols Grand Indonesia East Mall 1st Floor Jl. MH Thamrin No. 1 Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 2358 1818 TOSCANA MAP U5 Italian Jl. Kemang Raya No. 120 Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 718 1216
clubs TRATTORIA MAP O7 Italian The East Building Lobby GF #1-10 Jl. Lingkar Mega Kuningan Kav 3.2 No 1 - Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 5793 8574 TRIBECA MAP L6 Bar & Diner Citywalk Sudirman 1st Floor Jl. KH Mas Mansyur 121
Jakarta Pusat : 021 - 2555 8758 VIETOPIA MAP O4 Vietnamese Jl. Senopati no. 66 Kebayoran Baru Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 726 1162 VIN + MAP T6 Casual but stylish wine bar
bars
restaurants
with western food and great affordable wines. Jl. Kemang Raya 45B Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 7179 2577 VIN + MAP N3 Arcadia Plaza Senayan Jl. New Delhi No.9 Senayan Jakarta : 021 - 5790 1477
WARUNG GEROBAK MAP P5 Warung style Jl. Ciranjang 38 Kebayoran Baru - Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 722 0125 XIN MAP P4 Mongolian Jl. Wolter Monginsidi 53 Kebayoran Baru Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 720 1622
art ADORAMUS ART GALLERY Jl. Pangeran Jayakarta 143M Jakarta : 021 – 70001966 ARTEGRAPHIC INTEGRATED DESIGN Taman Kedoya Baru Jl. Agave VI, Blok C1 No. 20 Jakarta Barat : 021 - 58300100, 58300200 Bartele Gallery Rare Antique Maps, Prints and Books Taman Kantor E-3.3 Unit A1 4th Floor (entrance via the Cazbar) Jl. Mega Kuningan Jakarta t: +62 21 576 4575 e: bartele@me.com w: www.bartelegallery.com BENTARA BUDAYA JAKARTA Jl.Palmerah Selatan 17 Jakarta 10270 : 021 - 5483008, 5490666 ext.7910 ART SEASONS Jl. Permata Berlian V,Permata Hijau Jakarta : 021 – 6845 3980 ART SEASONS Jl. Kemang Timur No. 63B Jakarta Selatan : 021 – 68453980 ARTSPHERE GALLERY Dharmawangsa Square City Walk Jl. Darmawangsa 6 Semanggi Jakarta : 021 – 7278 6661
ANDI’S GALLERY Jl. Tanah Abang IV No. 14 Jakarta : 021 – 3457130, 3843241 ARTNIVORA GALLERY Jl. Kemang Utara No. 50 Sisi Kiri Jakarta : 021 – 7199614 Bartele Gallery Rare Antique Maps, Prints and Books Taman Kantor E-3.3 Unit A1 4th Floor (entrance via the Cazbar) Jl. Mega Kuningan Jakarta : +62 21 576 4575 e: bartele@me.com w: www.bartelegallery.com BIZETE GALLERY Jl. Gandaria I No. 9 Kebayoran Baru : 021 – 724 6725 BUDI GALLERY Jl. Ciputat Raya No. 58 Jakarta : 021 – 70622190 CEMPAKA FINE ART AUCTION Gedung Inter Asia lantai 1 Jl. K.H Wahid Hasyim No. 96 Jakarta Pusat : 021 – 3907779 CEMARA 6 GALERI Jl. HOS. Cokroaminoto No: 9 - 11 Menteng, Jakarta : 021 – 3911823 D’PEAK GALLERY JL.RS Fatmawati No. 56 Jakarta : 021 – 380 7047 EDITY’S ART HOUSE Jl. Gresik Blok FB 2 No. 9
Bintaro Jaya Sektor 7 Jakarta : 021 – 7450624 ELCANNA ART GALLERY Jl. Pakubuwono VI No. 35 Kebayoran Baru Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 7211101 GALERI CANNA Jl. Boulevard Barat Raya Block LC 6 No. 33-34 Kelapa Gading Permai Jakarta Utara : 021 – 4526429 - 30 GALERI MILLENNIUM D’Best Fatmawati Jalan RS. Fatmawati No. 15, Jakarta 12420 : 021 - 7507282 GALLERY LONTAR / UTAN KAYU Jl. Utan Kayu 68 H Jakarta Timur : 021 – 857 – 3388 / 856 480 GLORY GALLERY Mall Taman Anggrek Jalan Letjen. S. Parman Kav. 21, Indonesia 11470 : 021 - 5639650 JAKARTA ARTS COUNCIL Taman Ismail Marzuki Jl. Cikini Raya 73 Jakarta Pusat : 021 – 31937 639
KUPU KUPU ART GALLERY Jl. Kebon Sirih 17 – 19 Jakarta : 021 – 3983 – 6621/2 LINDA GALLERY Jl. Kemang Raya No. 46 Jakarta : 021 – 719 0888 NADI GALLERY Jl. Kembang Indah III Blok G III no. 4 - 5 Puri Indah Jakarta Barat, Indonesia : 021 - 580 5677 PHILO ART SPACE Jl. Kemang Timur 90 C Jakarta Selatan : 021 - 719 84 48 RURU GALLERY RUANGRUPA Jl. Tebet Timur Dalam Raya No. 6, Jakarta Selatan 12820 : +62 21 8304220 e-mail: info@ruangrupa.org www.ruangrupa.org SIGIARTS GALLERY Jl. Mahakam I No. 11 Blok M, Jakarta Selatan : 021 – 7260949 VANESSA ART LINK Graha MIK main lobby, Taman Perkantoran Kuningan Jl. Setiabudi Selatan Kav. 16-17 Jakarta : 021 5794 1411
KOONG GALLERY Dharmawangsa Square City Walk Jl. Darmawangsa 6 Semanggi Jakarta : 021 – 72788263
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Lanvin to Collaborate with H&M T
here have been whispers for quite some time that Lanvin would be the next design house to collaborate with Swedish retailer H&M, although the news was not confirmed until this fortnight. Speculation suggests that this will be one of the best design collaborations from H&M, though we don’t want to belittle those with Stella McCartney, Karl Lagerfeld, Comme des Garçons and Sonia Rykiel. Still, we couldn’t help but feel excited upon hearing the news! This collection will be designed by Lanvin’s artistic director, Alber Elbaz, and menswear designer Lucas Ossendrijver, and will be released on 23rd November in around 200 H&M stores worldwide. The good news is that the design collaboration will include both womenswear and menswear. A
preview of the collection will be available on 2nd November via a special film available at www. hm.com. Alber Elbaz’s comment on the collaboration was: “H&M approached us to collaborate, and see if we could translate the dream we created at Lanvin to a wider audience, not just a dress for less. I have said in the past that I would never do a massmarket collection, but what intrigued me was the idea of H&M going luxury rather than Lanvin going public. This has been an exceptional exercise, where two companies at opposite poles can work together because we share the same philosophy of bringing joy and beauty to men and women around the world.”
Check out the H&M Facebook fan’s page for a video link about the new collection. By Amalia, Editor of www.fashionesedaily.com – Style & Beauty with Attitude
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New
Chloe fragrance Launch By Amalia Editor of www.fashionesedaily.com – Style & Beauty with Attitude
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little birdie told us that the new Chloé Eau De Parfumes will finally launch in Indonesia at the end of next month. We’re excited, because somehow, Chloe scents never fail to emanate the aura of feminine chic that most of us are dying to have. It embodies a nonchalant attitude and individuality, that is unique to each woman. The new scent from Chloé is described as a fresh
and feminine fragrance suited to a free spirit with an utterly innate sense of chic. Because Chloé wants to portray rich and varied personalities, they chose three women to represent the Chloé spirit. Although they differ as individuals, they share the same self-assurance, energy and irreverence, balanced by a natural beauty and elegance.
Here’s what they said about the Chloé fragrance:
“The scent is young, fresh and romantic. It’s something that will always be in style.” - Clémence Poésy, Actress. “The Chloé fragrance is very sexy, floral and unique. It’s modern, romantic, fresh and light - it is for every Chloé woman, yet it feels personal at the same time.” - Anja Rubik, Model. “I’ve been collecting vintage Chloé pieces for years – there is something soft and very pretty, gorgeous and not too precious about them. The fragrance feels very similar; it’s almost edible, it’s beautiful – I keep on smelling it and taking it in, and I love the bottle; it feels nice in your hand.” - Chloë Sevigny, Actress.
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s for the scent, you could not expect anything far from feminine with a twist here. There’s a classic scent of rose, which turns into something translucent and warm, at the same time playful and seductive. The duo of perfumers, Michel Almairac and Amandine Marie worked together to give birth to Chloé’s beguiling, liberated essence through a combination of floral powdery notes, hints of peony, lychee and springtime freesia. The more
sensual side of rose is revealed much later as the flirtatious head notes drift away. The rose is accompanied by heady magnolia and lily of the valley, as well as a subtle scent of warm amber and elegant cedarwood. Chloé will be formally launched at Sogo Plaza Senayan on 24th-28th October, with the 50ml available for Rp 995,000 and the 75ml for Rp 1,250,000.
art
Love Me or Die..
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ntang Wiharso’s solo exhibition can be considered a large scale presentation in more ways than one as it features 20 works of art, many of which are of king-sized proportions. The works featured consist of oil paintings, water paint pieces, art installations, interior art installations and videos. The name of the exhibition is taken from one of Entang Wiharso’s works of the same name which depicts the paradox of a loving relationship; foretelling how a passionate relationship can develop into feelings of possession and how this emotion envelops into a desire to dominate. Through this masterpiece Entang expresses how love can become a person’s weakness and also how this emotion can bring out the animal rage of a person as well. Many of the installments in this exhibition feature how the power of a simple emotion, in this case the feeling of love, can bring out many other different emotions in an individual. Through this
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exhibition, Entang tries to employ a social message regarding authority, criticizing on how a small group can overpower a larger mass of people or a community. Through years of artistic experience, Entang has developed his understanding of the realm of art and according to his perspective has found the meaning of art. In his own words, Entang states “Expressing art is rooted from emotion, combined with a sensibility influenced by reason and esthetic sensitivity. This has the capacity to ascend through ones morals and ethics.” Entang’s upcoming solo exhibition curated by Jim Supangkat titled “Love Me Or Die” will be held at Galeri Nasional Indonesia from 21st of October to 31st October. Galeri Nasional Indonesia Jl. Medan Merdeka Timur No. 14, Jakarta Tel. 34833954
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Bagi Anda yang sudah hafal dengan seluk beluk perkembangan DJ, tentu bisa menjawabnya sendiri. Namun, bagi yang belum mengetahui, berikut ini informasi yang akan memberi sedikit titik terang. Apabila anda temukan flyer atau e-flyer tentang suatu acara di klub, lihatlah di daftar pengisi acara atau Artist Line up-nya. Nah, di sana akan tertera tulisan FDJ. Secara singkat, FDJ adalah Female DJ. Lalu apa perbedaannya dengan DJ ? Ini hanya masalah gender tentunya. Perkembangan peta DJ di tanah air belakangan ini sangat maju pesat, bahkan emansipasi wanita pun sudah menjadi tolak ukur yang sangat penting di sini. Generasi seperti DJ Yunie, beralih ke generasi berikutnya yakni Electric Barbarellas, duo Milinka–Devina yang kini masing-masing sudah menancapkan kuku di jalur mereka secara terpisah.
Tidak disangkal, setelah era tersebut, jalur khusus untuk DJ wanita mulai padat merayap. Pertanyaannya kemudian, apakah karena terlalu banyaknya DJ perempuan, sehingga perlu menambahkan huruf ‘F’ di depannya dan untuk lebih membedakan DJ ini cewek dan DJ itu cowok? Berbagai pendapat dilontarkan dari kalangan DJ itu sendiri, baik mereka yang mewakili wanita dan juga pria. Seorang Milinka pun, sudah melepas huruf DJ di depan namanya. Devina pun setuju dengan berbagai pendapat bahwa sebaiknya kata Female ditiadakan, dan seorang DJ Deny (Lelaki) juga dengan tegas menolak pemisahan itu. Kesimpulannya, sebaiknya semua tetap dilebur menjadi satu kesatuan, DJ adalah DJ, baik dia wanita ataupun pria. Dengan tidak berniat untuk membuat Anda bingung. Kita tinggal mengikutinya saja, toh, ini hanya masalah strategi marketing yang menyetir selera pasar, ataupun sebaliknya, strategi marketing yang mengikuti selera pasar. Sosok wanita jelas lebih menjual ketimbang lelaki. It’s strange that the defining of an FDJ (Female DJ) on many advertisements for events up until today is still done in this modern liberal age of women’s emancipation. The announcement of an FDJ is meant as a selling point as many guys are sure to head to a place with a woman spinning on the decks compared to the opposite sex. DJ’s of Indonesia are uniting to rid this sexist divide and hope that all DJ’s be them male or female will not be judge by their sex and be respected based on their skills.
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Oktoberfest at IMMIGRANT
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ikenal sebagai salah satu spot di Jakarta yang khas terinspirasi oleh berbagai kebudayaan dari berbagai penjuru dunia, IMMIGRANT tak hanya sekedar menyajikan makanan dan minuman, sebagai sebuah tempat multi-konsep; bar resto dan lounge, IMMIGRANT adalah sebuah ‘statement’ akan kelayakan ‘soul’ dari suatu budaya yang membaur dalam keberagaman duniawi. Khusus di bulan Oktober ini, IMMIGRANT merayakan OKTOBERFEST. Perayaan ini berlangsung dari penghujung September hingga Oktober. OKTOBERFEST dirayakan secara besar-besaran di Jerman, dan di IMMIGRANT para penikmat Bir, baik yang berasal dari Jerman maupun Negara lain di sekitarnya turut dihidangkan dan disajikan dengan pilihan menu ‘Wurst’ atau Sosis yang beragam. Selama OKTOBERFEST nanti, pihak IMMIGRANT akan menyediakan grill outdoor bagi yang ingin menikmati kekentalan suasana Bavaria lewat hidangan bakar-bakaran ‘Wurst’, yang dapat dikombinasikan dengan bir-bir pilihan seperti Hoegarden, Becks, dan Stella Artois.
Tentu saja pilihan sajian lainnya seperti ‘Wagyu Steak’ yang sangat khas IMMIGRANT tetap ada dalam pilihan. Promo Wagyu Lunch Rp88.000, yang merupakan promo Wagyu dengan harga paling terjangkau di Jakarta tetap akan hadir setiap harinya dari jam 11 hingga jam 3 sore. IMMIGRANT terletak di lantai 6 Plaza Indonesia. Reservasi bisa dilakukan via telepen ke 39838257/8 atau email ke info@immigrant-jakarta.com.
Get ready to celebrate OKTOBERFEST at IMMIGRANT. Like the festivals birthplace of Germany guests can enjoy the various beers of the region while tasting the various different ‘Wursts‘ or sausages all prepared on an outdoor grill. Take part in the festivities all through the month of October. For reservations call: 39838257/8 or email info@immigrant-jakarta.com. Immigrant is located at 6th Floor Plaza Indonesia.
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zodiac Roy Rugdee is The Beat astrologer. He resides in Singapore and sends these forecasts exclusively to The Beat every two weeks. Also read them on beatmag.com He can be contacted at roy@royalastrologers.com
Aries
March 20 March 21 21 -- April April 20 now feel strong pull towards You could rub aothers the wrong way something new in your if you come onand toodifferent strong in life. Not only do you have adespite better dealings. Offer respect, chance of success, the fun and disagreement, to but a mate whose enthusiasm is infectious. If you are point of view isn’t congruent givenyour a chance to make the with own.be A sure discussion about most of it, with dedication ideals seems confusing at first,you'll but have success.you A newcomer stir eventually achieve may greater your interest in a particular subject clarity. No need to rush and stay or will reignite an old remember flame. If flexible in discussions, youneed are to determined to words. make your no get hot with Your mark and impress care combined energiesothers, shouldtake turn to of yourtopics, image.particularly If you have been other related feeling or to travelemotionally or study. neglected You may be physicallyor isolated, expect the void sensitive reactive to the words to others, be filled. are emerging from of soYou choose your company an emotional and, with Venus wisely. Stick cloud to light conversation in your sign, being will enjoy harmony and avoid drawn into and happiness. Something that was discussions of delicate topics. Try notsteer to your liking could take on a to clear of sensitive people new slant, when and you realise the full and situations any form of potential of the offer. emotional drama.
Cancer
June 22 - July 22 June 22 - July 22 You may discover that your suspicions, or idea worries were It would be fears a good to speed unfounded and your aanxiety levels up talks involving transaction willchangeover plummet. Pause on or - so and thatreflect you can aspects of your perspective. life that need to get a clearer Keep be developed or improved. may all your options open and Itwatch be time to mention something that for subtle signs along the way. you've been into keeping to yourself. Try to blend the background. You will be stronger and Whenever youfeeling are in doubt, follow more instincts able to communicate. Your your and heed advice intuition be around spot-on,you. so You use from the will people it to come sort out any issues that ideas have may up with innovative recently you back, confused that will held be adopted by or friends and you. A window of opportunity is colleagues. You will achieve more about to open, allowing you to by being wily and agreeable than expand on people an idea network challenging withoryour ideas with new people. Therebemay be or opinions. This would a good some doubters to deal with, but time to settle down for long talks you willthe putdetails forward convincing where willa be brought plan or argument. People enjoy into clear focus. You areyou likely to spending time with bring you out of be one step ahead, anticipating your shell and validate the choices events and making snap decisions youimportant made. issues. on
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Taurus April May 20 20 April 21 21 - May There may an resourceful urge to liveand in You may be be more the momentbut andshould be lessbe inclined to observant, cautious worry about trivial You will about crossing the issues. boundaries of be happiest when feel loved courtesy. Expect theyou adrenaline to andpumping needed,as hence you should mix be you make decisions withthe people who hold youway in high on run or talk your out regard. time You will could boost of trickyPresent situations. yourinclined ego andto enthusiasm, and or a be say too much venture you startbut will bepeople both exaggerate events, most successful and satisfying. you will enjoy your flamboyant Ifways. feel young heart, it suggests The planetsat are causing some that ups a night outand is the setting for and downs you ideal will need to find locking ways eyes of with your lover. The clever solving problems. energyyour is fairly Keep ear tolight-hearted the ground and you will fare if you skim the you’ll pick upbetter valuable clues; there surface situation. Creativity may be of a the situation where you’re and always coloursinare not thesure loop.to grab your eye and you will do or something Insensitive comments hurtful wonderfulcould with cut them. If you criticism deep and feel will emotionally isolated or physically either damage a relationship or tried, you indulge yourself and nurture make try harder. your own needs.
Leo
July 23 - August 22 July 23 - August 22 Financially, no matter how much opposition there be sense to your You will have an may inbuilt of ideas, willwhich persevere and right andyou wrong, should come succeed in achieving your ways. A in useful when dealing with matters perfect time Someone to examine financial of the heart. may turn to and for investment strategies and you advice and your wisdom review will provesituations. invaluable.Respectively, You’ll pursue you have a chance to isput your a personal interest that close to talentheart; and intelligence to the your stay grounded if test you in boosting your financial income. want to do this earnestly. Rather Theremaking is a your lot usual of interesting than matter-ofand decisions, invigorating information fact you’re more inclined available to you to buildfrom up to act impulsively and speak on your finances. Follow the heart. Some may consideryour you financial instincts without being single-minded but if you have a distracted, something exciting good idea oras a strategy is working, could ishappen to for influence there no reason change.an A important financial decision. Your choice or sense of obligation may changeable and but ability weigh heavilyattitude on your mind you to see how fortunes are being will ultimately do the right thing made will lead very successful by everyone. Thetopower of positive decisions. thought is your greatest asset.
Gemini May 21 21 -- June June 21 21 Uncertainty delays When placed and on the spot, have you several have advantages, they coming finally should no trouble enable you to get to responses. the bottom of up with clever It complex wisdomyour and will be problem. easier toYour organize foresight schedule can be used in positive routines, and keep track ways by passingand on events. advice You to of appointments others the or avoiding past mistakes. have communication skills A twist of fate common sense to express your orfeelings without decisionacross helps as to overly make sensitive. your life coming easier oryou happier. If you've been Whether are playing the role of bewildered or about something or peacemaker nurturer, others are someone, you'll likely to hang onfeel yourmore everycertain word. aboutbarriers what action to take. Your The that have prevented self-awareness is finely tuned and good communication between you you ahave theorability pull ideas, and friend familytomember will resolutions and tactics out the be lifted. Fortunately, youofhave air. You charm will want get with ahead and natural and to a way words will figure quick clever ways to that should helpand captivate those get around things.Present Take your time you encounter. onward when it comes making motion allowsto you to important reaffirm decisions, willyou need plans, pick as up you where left to off be in comfortable with the outcome. a relationship, or reassess goals.
Virgo
Aug 23 - Sept 22 Aug 23 - Sept 22 Don’t let emotional matters hold youchoice back. orFocus the A senseonof where obligation money is and how you can make may weigh heavily on your mind moreyou of it. sudden change in but willA ultimately do the a partnership surpriseWhere you, right thing by may everyone. but the endfailed, result will to your logic has you be may now advantage. Refineyour yourheart. thoughts, decide to follow You review obligations will sooncurrent feel more relaxed and consult withThe close planets ones about future peaceful. sharpen financial situations. Financially your senses and provide insight stop atalking about what want into situation that hasyou puzzled to do things lies to you for and somestart time.doing The power increase your the wealth. Use isthis in your hands, challenge to period to studyinsituations thatheart can use it wisely matters of openconscience. new doors Atohobby opportunities and will be for you financially. YourYour ideasgoals will personally rewarding. be on grand but your get back on scale, track and you’llmeans have and abilities to You carry out plenty of gusto. havethem a better may notonbethe enough. Don’t handle situation andmake are a commitment just yet. You your will clear in your own mind about discover and that expectations. you are worthAffairs more feelings andthe mayheart be able to get same of should takethe priority results on your own. over other matters.
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Libra
Sept Sept23 23 --Oct Oct 23 23 highly to the IfYou'll you’vebe been at oddstuned with someone, material world and you will will also your efforts at reconciliation have a greater Everything awareness will of your go swimmingly. be body's needs at this time. This copasetic between you and a loved period begins with you resolving one if you’re open with each other. to make moreplans money achieve Do not make or and attempt to moreideas success, not untilwithout you've put into but operation had consulting a chance your to bargain-hunt. first partner. By Financialat goals can the be point reached looking life from of with some planning. urgebring to own view of others, it An will a things, rather than rentIf oryou window happier relationship. can shop istogrowing stronger.orMaterial learn compromise treat issues as come to the and others equals, lifeforefront will become the message is you must beJust shrewd even more harmonious. be to succeed. Material comfort and careful that you do not cross the personal happiness be highand on line between beingwill helpful your list of theThere more intruding inpriorities, someone’sand life. monotonous chores should be put will be less need to compromise in the backburner. You can expect to aon partnership and more opportunity have the last laugh when slowly but to express your feelings. You have surely othersto warm to your plans. the power bolster someone’s confidence.
Capricorn
Dec 22 - Jan 20 Dec 22 - Jan 20 You've plenty to say right now and exactly the time righttowords to say it. This is the become more It's a greatabout time the to communicate concerned outcome of your needs to will whom at hand things, as this getever youriscreative -- theyflowing are much to to be juices and more teach likely you how receptive to your You may simply go with the needs. flow. By large, needare to make calls or fertile send a you in ana few extremely few emails to track down that one period and you are poised to bring need toorreach. If it's a aperson new you personal professional long-lost to relative, you This may surprise interest fruition. is the your family with your tenacity time your career insights will and be resourcefulness! Your way revealed - you will be able to with act words is quite powerful now and on situations to bring great success you may find it goals. much Everything simpler to to achieving your communicate your feelings and may appear to be running smoothly ideas, you concentrate take a bit of and asespecially long as ifyou time to focus thoughts on work and your getting alongbefore with proceeding.things Try not to be letfine. other colleagues, should people interfere with your plans -You will be able to go back to work as long are to able to express and willasbeyou able handle your yourself clearly, because you should be feel able responsibilities you to get yourisway. the world your oyster and your goals are not pipe dreams, but are workable, viable plans.
Scorpio
Oct Oct24 24--Nov Nov 22 22 This key is your time to events shine and The is to take in there your will beand more money coming take your stride where necessary, way senior to support plans and the role inyour a partnership. goals. will You appreciate might opt your for sincere a miniOthers makeoverStart or break seekmean out that efforts. as or you to promotion, increase or luxury continue in apay relationship, business purchase. Financially, you'll need venture or routine and you will have to basis draw for thea successful line with outcome. a special the gift before gets out of Ifoccasion there or has been itunresolved control. inIt aisrelationship, a period thatmake is filled tension an with many exciting wonderful effort to clear the and air and start opportunities. prepared grab afresh. If you Be recently lostto faith success and you ridethought it into the in someone you future knew with enthusiasm. be time in a moneywell, perhaps it’sYou'll a good to remaking mode. you follow to through, establish trust.IfRemember treat the accomplishment you make will others as equals especially if you be lucrative. Planets usher in many expect understanding and fairness wonderful thoughwill you from them.opportunities, A serious approach needyou to pick and choose withtime. care. win points and buy you should togetdevelop the financial ball AYouchance something rolling now or others you could miss out on that will help is looking very an opportunistic investment, income positive. boost or creative enterprise.
Aquarius
Jan 21 - Feb 18 Jan 21 - Feb 18 A softening of your stance or views helpsinput you see in a more Your will someone be invaluable and positive the bonus light. will beYou thatare the among more the lucky one, you may cash in you give out, the better you will on someone's absence, feel about yourself. Theblunder good or cancelled deal. news is that you willBecause be givenyou a are in an affableand life the cycle, there second chance missing will be no malice in information pieces of a puzzle should fall into exchanged or passed on to place. Life works in mysterious others. by discussing your ways andStart a coincidence or twist in concerns and follow direct circumstances could up be with a turning action. Planet is about to impact point for you. You are soon to enter positively on expansion, relationships. An your zone of you are opportunity may from present itself and about to emerge self-imposed whileand yousocialize are realistic the exile more. about Different temporary of it, will you will be people andnature situations mean powerlessthings to resist. Contact with different to you. Each have someone struggling their own you've merit been and are worth to stay in touch will open devoting time to. with You possess a communication lines.and Youwill are be in new inner strength a caring sharing cycle and rather heartened by positive feedback than friends shootingand from theones. hip, you will from loved It may wiselycontrived, consult with others before seem but you must play making the role major othersdecisions. expect of you.
Sagittarius
Nov 21 Nov 23 23 – – Dec Dec 21
Perfect timeway for catching up onyour old The positive to work with email orisother messages that need energy to take the next step replies. empowerment Every now and then own you towards in your needThis to just them effect all away, life. has aclear wonderful on even ifaround that means just deleting people you. Whether others andrelying forgetting about It'sora are on you in a them. personal good time tosense, sit down rethink professional yourand knowledge recent developments. Yourinability and expertise stands you good to focus is strong and stead throughout. If you you ought are to be able about to figure outreputation, a few new concerned your angles that will make you gladbear you status or social popularity, spent time. opinions will are in mindthe that firstYour impressions hardly the set in stone, you do count most. Youthough will find it like totosee hardthat evidence before easier tackle daunting task changing your mind compromise, -- that is to or reach an amicable say, all you're eminently You and should be well.sensible. Others may meet newupwho you rely onsomeone you to pick the turns slack but around some oblige subject. are you will on happily forEmails the good efficient and convenient, the of a common cause. Workbut issues best way get across acome message and yourtoreputation intois still to talk it out in person. sharper focus, so be aware of your image and actions.
Pisces
Feb 19 – March 20 Feb 19 – March 20 Romance and love relationships are strongly and You will favoured thrive inthis a period supportive you can makebut use may of thefeel awareness environment out of that depth surrounds you tosituations. enhance your in unfamiliar your loveyou life. Show with theminsome Someone connect the sensitivity generosity they near futureand could be the and catalyst will do the same for you if the tables for a fresh start. You may be are turned. Do as you would be pleasantly surprised by the positive done to. Nothing is more important feedback you areceive from friends to you than fillip of gossip and and members. Surprisingly, you family seek the company of people you who are sharelikely your to gift derive of gab.great Now joy from resolve is not thehelping time topeople procrastinate, personal issues and and engaging in but to take action work on healthy debates. Increased energy your plans and ideas for excellent flow or Aantripunexpected helping results. will take you to a placecould that will inspire to move hand come at anyou opportune forward with financial plans that moment. The hope factor is high, you have contemplating. making you been unusually optimistic A certain amount for of success travel inis about your chance that you aindicated personaland or something business venture. have been longing for will happen Helping others will bring the highest at this time. Your persuasive ability rewards. Be generous in a practical will help you gain the support you way and everyone, including you, need. A trip will lead to someone will fromprosper. your past.
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THE LATEST, GREATEST GADGETS TO GET YOUR HANDS ON
Teac Retorodezain Radio CD Recorder The Retorodezain Radio/CD recorder with USB memory and MP3 playback comes from Teac. It has a 2.1 speaker system with a 65mm pair of speakers and a 80mm subwoofer. To finish off the deal you’ll get a 10W subwoofer. As far as the little details go it has a mini-jack headphone output and a handy little remote control. This comes in red, white and black. http://www. coolest-gadgets.com $234.
Speedo Aquashot Waterproof Camera The camera will take all sorts of pictures as long as you only bring it 3 feet under the water. If you happen to accidentally let go of it while it’s underwater, this camera won’t sink. Instead it’ll just float to the surface. It has a 5 megapixel sensor, 4x digital zoom, 2.4 inch LCD screen, SD memory card slots and to finish it off it’s capable of shooting VGA quality video at 30fps. http:// www.coolest-gadgets.com $138
C-3PO Colored USB Robot Flash Drive This USB 2.0 flash drive comes with a 4 gigabyte large storage capacity and a design that is rather reminiscent of a certain golden shiny protocol droid from the Star Wars saga. http://www. geekalerts.com $25
Sony Walkman S750 Sony has added another MP3 player to its range with the launch of the Sony Walkman S750. The Walkman S750 features a 2 inch LCD display and comes in either 8GB or 16GB sizes. The Sony Walkman S750 is capable of playing back a wide range of video and music files, it also features TV out so you can play back standard definition videos on your TV. It features a battery that is designed to give up to 50 hours of music playback and up to 10 hours of video playback, and it measures in at 94mm by 42.5mm x 7.2mm, weighing in at 55g. http://www.geeky-gadgets.com
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Looxcie Wearable Camcorder (video) Never miss a moment again with the revolutionary Looxcie. This innovative hands-free camcorder lets you continuously capture real-time video without needing to press a record button. Looxcie connects with your smartphone via Bluetooth, so you can monitor your video and share it instantly with friends via Facebook, YouTube, email, and more. With its lightweight, over-ear design, Looxcie gives you the freedom to be both director and participant. http://www.geeky-gadgets.com $199.00
Pentax Optio NB1000 The Pentax Optio NB1000 has a 14.1 megapixel sensor, 4x optical Zoom and capability of recording video in 720p HD quality. The Lego board of the Pentax camera actually uses the Nanoblocks from Japan’s DiaBlock, which isn’t exactly Lego but the idea is the same as Lego’s; so you can attach some building bricks on it to create something that suits your mood or add extra grip for your hands. http://www.techchee.com $240
Apple iPod nano 8 GB Graphite iPod Nano doubles as a pedometer, which makes it the ideal exercise partner. It keeps track of your steps and helps you meet your fitness goals. 8 GB capacity for about 2,000 songs; up to 24 hours of audio playback on a single charge; 1.54-inch (diagonal) color TFT display with 240-by-240pixel resolution (220 pixels per inch); support for AAC, Protected AAC (iTunes Store), MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible, Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV audio formats. http://www.7gadgets.com $143.99
Microsoft LifeCam Studio 1080p Webcam Microsoft has just launched their latest webcam, the Microsoft LifeCam Studio 1080p, that is capable of shooting video at 1920 x 1080 pixels. The native 1080p sensor is more than twice as large as the 720p HD sensors on other webcams. Allowing more light in and providing an improved video picture in virtually any lighting condition, LifeCam Studio also features optics, with improved Auto Focus to keep objects in focus no matter how far the distance from the LifeCam, which will definitely help in larger family rooms. http://www.geeky-gadgets.com $99
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Kemang Icon
By ALiLA Jl. Kemang Raya 1 - Jakarta 12730 Tel : 719 7989 Fax: 719 8968 E-mail: kemangicon@alilahotels.com www.alilahotel.com
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hen it comes to a short stay in Jakarta, whether on business or passing through, an essential ingredient to not letting big city tension and road rage ruin your mood is knowing you have just the right accommodation to ‘come home’ to. With its truly unique living space and creative design concepts, Kemang Icon is an ideal place to feel at ease, in fact once you’ve stepped inside you’ll probably be happy to just stay in and keep the rest of the world outside your door. Running with the theme of individuality, Kemang Icon offers twelve suites, each with their own character and personality. Built with open plan bedrooms, space is of the essence with relaxation, business and entertainment all in mind. Equipped with flat screen TV, home theatre system, DVD player, preloaded iPods, broadband and Wi-Fi along with full and personalised office amenities, functionality is a key factor while still keeping comfort in mind. Handpicked artworks, sculptures,
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branded amenities, bathroom scents and accessories, all add a royal class to accommodation that still welcomes you in like home. Suites such as the 80 sqm ‘Edge Suites’ also include a kitchenette, along with breathtaking floor to ceiling windows for viewing the stylish urban surrounds of Kemang life. Also on offer is the Thann Sanctuary Home Spa with five treatment rooms, a lounge library, multi-purpose exercise room, meeting room and rooftop pool with a sunbathing terrace. Upstairs also holds ‘The Edge’ rooftop Bistro & Bar with indoor and outdoor seating, allowing for a rooftop view.
Published room rates run from USD 330++ until 360++, though promotional rates are available ranging from USD 135++ until 185++. Check out the website for details.
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For the second year the Commonwealth Bank will be sponsoring to the Commonwealth Bank Tournament of Champions in Bali. The tournament will be held from the 4th to 7th of November at the Westin Resort Nusa Dua and will feature top Tour players and next generation champions competing for $600,000 in prize money. Competitors will only have one opportunity to advance to the semi-finals in an all-or-nothing knockout tournament. Only the top eight players who have captured at least one International Series tournament during the year and who are not participating in the singles at the year-end Sony Ericsson Championships at Doha 2010 will qualify for the event. Be sure not to miss Indonesia’s premiere tennis competition, featuring the world’s best women’s tennis players. For more information, visit www.commbanktennis.com
Bali’s Spring Cleaning On the 20th of September, a total of 31 non-Government organizations got down and dirty cleaning up 19 spots around the island of Bali, reaching from the most northern tip of the island down to the southern point. It was a much needed sweep up as education is still needed in keeping Bali a beautiful island void of human scraps and garbage. Loads of trash was collected though, mainly consisting of plastics that have been recklessly discarded by ignorant people. Hopefully we’re all able to head towards a cleaner Bali as more people realize the importance of keeping the environment free of waste that cannot break down naturally. Nunie from the Rotary Club in Nusa Dua said: “We need to return the island to its once clean and serene state,” and also said that the event was part of a larger campaign which would also introduce organic waste tanks. “A simple way to manage our waste.”
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Ever wondered how the geishas of Japan still survive in Japan’s ultra modernistic cityscape? Well, wonder no more, as AirAsia now have flights headed to The Land of The Rising Sun starting from the 9th of September, with super affordable fares starting at Rp308K (Kuala Lumpur – Tokyo). Enjoy business comfort at budget fare prices with AirAsia X’s premium experience, which includes Premium Flatbed, Premium Check-In, Priority Boarding and a Meal and Drink. No longer will you have to dream of being captivated by the beauty of the rustling cherry blossom trees or burning a hole in your pocket at the many gadget stores in Shibuya. Your Far Eastern dream is only a click away, simply visit www.airasia.com and book your tickets today.
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As the Sun Sets…
Being on the West you’re on the right side of the island when it comes to watching the sun sink into the ocean, so why not watch the show from a perfect location? Here are a few spots well worth visiting at the end of the day…
1. Rock Bar
Quickly becoming one of the most talked about bars on the island, The Rock Bar slid onto the sunset scene last year and stole the show with its incredible location. At the base of a cliff and seeming to hover just out of reach of the crashing ocean waves, it boasts a beautiful view out to sea and further around the coastline, making it a perfect sunset spot and well worth the drive out through the Jimbaran area. There’s a huge selection of cocktails available along with light food and if you’re after a meal, being part of the Ayana resort means there are restaurants available to move on to also. Due to the popularity of this spot though, don’t be surprised if it’s packed out when you get there so be prepared to wait your turn for the inclinator! The way the Rock Bar is lit up at night is also well worth checking out so if you’ve missed sunset, you still won’t be disappointed...
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If you’d prefer to be further up the cliff face, Klapa is the place to be. In a beautiful area of rolling hills, white sandy beaches and beautiful turquoisecolored water with perfect surf, this is a great spot to watch the sun sink into the ocean as you sip away at a cocktail from one of the bars, the large outdoor area or the infinity edged pool. You’ll feel like a million dollars wherever you choose to kick back. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights see home bands and DJ’s giving the place a smooth soundtrack to suit the occasion and there are plenty of big events to keep your ears posted for.
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Head down to Holiday Inn Baruna Resort and you’ll find this fantastic restaurant right on the beach and open to the public. Open from 11am ‘til midnight, there’s plenty of time to stop by for some food and an ocean view but the magic moment is definitely as the fiery ball weighs heavy in the sky. Resident DJ’s Nanda and Buche get their grooves into play from 5:30 daily except for Tuesday which sees an acoustic show by live band Cakrawala Akustik. This is also a great place to bring the kids as you can supervise them on the sand while you relax at one of the outdoor tables.
4 4. Double Six Beach
If you want to stick to the Seminyak area and feel the vibe of a beach busy with locals and tourists alike, head down to Double Six beach and grab yourself a chair to laze back in. The beach is packed with vendors selling drinks and food and there are plenty of restaurants behind the beach to widen your options. There are also plenty of activities available such as surfboard hire if you feel like being active. Otherwise ‘people watching’ is generally the chosen sport. You may get hassled to buy jewelry or sunglasses a little more than you like but it comes with the territory. For something slightly quieter, head to the left for the same views at the Padma section of the beach.
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Discovery Shopping Mall MG 47 | Jl Kartika Plaza | Kuta Beach | Tel. 769822
From Frank Sinatra to Jay Z and Alicia Keys, everybody has something to say about the city that never sleeps. But what would Bali’s take on the Big Apple be like? Tosca headed to the Discovery Shopping Mall to find out…
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pening its doors on April 16th of this year, the New York Sports Bar and Diner couldn’t have chosen a more optimum time to kick things off, due to the onslaught of football fans (or ‘soccer’ fans, for any non-British readers out there) that overtook Bali’s bars this summer, all hunting for the biggest screen and the coldest beverage. With a Mudslide Milkshake in my mitts (25K), made from chocolate ice cream, syrup, fresh cream and Oreo Cookies no less, I sit in a red leather booth surrounded by an array of sporting memorabilia and the sweaty, determined faces of legends such as Babe Ruth and the Manchester United squad. The booth seats seem so American to somebody who has never set foot in the country, and whether
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it’s like this there in reality or not, I’m quite caught up in the novelty of it all. Having said that, there is nothing ‘novelty’ or superficial about the bar itself. It’s been finished to a very high standard, and has achieved the balance between themed sports bar and something classier rather well. It really is heaven for somebody who wants some quality food in a cool, comfortable environment and to take in some serious sporting action. Because you’re never going to miss a second of the action in this place. If you haven’t parked yourself in front of one of the pull-down big screens for special events such as the World Cup games, then practically every other seat in the house has a flat screen TV mounted on the wall nearby. Running low on your beer? Not a problem – keep watching on one of the three TVs behind the bar.
I arrived here shortly before sunset, and was surprised to see that NYSBD is a massive missed opportunity for sunset-worshippers. A spacious outdoor seating area, just down from sister venue Oceans 27, overlooks Kuta Beach at the southern end and is a prime location to catch the last oranges, pinks and purples of the day. Including this outdoor area, the seating capacity here is 150, making it a great place for a function of any kind.
grilled meat, is bacon, mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, pickles and onion, with sides of fries, coleslaw and lightly battered onion rings. And it tastes gooood. Turning my attention to the Chile con Carne, I find that once again, Rio was right. It doesn’t taste the same as your run-of-the-mill Chile – it has a real kick, packed with extra fruity heat, and is served with every Mexican topping you can think
Perusing the menu, I see all kinds of snack and tapas style foods – the perfect accompaniments for watching the sport on screen, which ranges from the everyday (rugby) to the bizarre (arm wrestling). Remarking on this to Chef Rio Nadjamuddin, I point out that I wasn’t aware armwrestling was popular enough to be televised, and I’m told that arm wrestling, along with yoyo competitions and hot-dog eating contests are all going to be adding to the competitive nature of the bar in the not-too-distant future, when participants can win prizes, and, I imagine, provide some pretty funny free entertainment for the other patrons. My conversation with Rio then turns to the food. Rio provides a splash of authenticity to the cuisine here, as although Borneo-born, he spent several years living in New York and working as a cook there. And although the menu features many things you can find elsewhere, such as burgers, pork ribs and pies, he warns me not to expect the norm… everything here is homemade. And when Rio says “everything”, he really means everything. From the burger patties and desserts, right down to the bread used for the burger buns, it’s all done in-house. Impressive. of, such as cheese, guacamole, salsa, sour cream and nachos. Luckily for me, our Beat photographer Tempted by the Build Your Own Burger option, doesn’t seem to possess a single sweet tooth, so we eventually opt for the New York Burger it’s up to me to polish off the homemade Key Lime instead (52K) and the Chile Con Carne (65K), Pie, which is zesty and refreshing on the palette, followed by Key Lime Pie (20K). Immaculately complemented by the scoop of vanilla ice cream. presented, the Burger comes literally stacked with fillings and is 100% meat, with none of the other Completely full, I waddle out feeling even stomach-turning unmentionables that you often more guilty for eating so much when I pass the find padding out the burgers of other outlets. I unwavering gazes of so many fit and healthy soon find that trying to list the contents of this sporting stars. I decide to head to the nearest meal is an exercise in how long you can hold your sports shop for that new pair of training shoes. It’s breath for. Stuffed in there with the juicy, medium- a start at least… beatmag.com | 083
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A Groove with a View
The Stones Saturday 18 September
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ith a brilliant location for those who like an ocean view with their dance floor, The Stones down on Jalan Pantai Kuta is perfect spot for sunset drinks or even a later session. The house band are solid and last Saturday saw guest DJ’s Anastasia and DJ Noldy continue the upbeat sounds well into the night.
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ceans 27’s regular sunset event featured resident DJ Sandy spinning out chill out rhythms whilst accompanied by the beautiful Kuta sunset. Patrons were busy relaxing to the beats while enjoying nature’s breathtaking twilight transformation, and with the darkness of night, a more upbeat session of house rhythms followed.
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ntroducing new bands and artists, JP’s has a special monthly party that also suits Martini lovers on a budget. For just 69K you can enjoy a free flow of Martini’s for 69 minutes along with complimentary tapas starting from 6pm. Lisa Kelimutu & Friends were on stage for this first round, keeping everybody shaking and stirring while a Russian artist joined in the on the action with a live painting performance. Music, art, drinks and food; a perfect Sunday really…
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Blue Eyes Tuesday 21 September
lue Eyes was filled to the brim with young girls as they awaited their idol, Afgan to take to the stage. House band ‘Simply the Best’ and DJ Dandzy produced the night’s appetizers, but it was Afgan who turned the place into a teen scream fest when he got his baby faced looks onto the stage. It’s amazing what a little cheese can do to melt a young crowd in these parts…
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olitically adverse and energy driven punk rock outfit Geeksmile have released their second album titled “Upeti Untuk Macan Asia” and to celebrate, held a launching party at Boshe. A great lineup of local bands added their musical weight to the night including The Wheels, Devil Dice and Navicula. There were no soft edges to anyone’s set and the message was well delivered as ‘go hard or go home’. Geekssmile gave the stage a worthy lesson in how to take a pounding, delivering the goods for an album launch and proving to all their fans that they’re as strong an outfit as ever.
Boshe Tuesday 21 September
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Young and Fresh Jazz
Sector Wednesday 22 September
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ector continues to bring new performers with a fresh outlook on jazz to its stage. This time round it presented Green Dolphine, a group of young jazz graduates from the Sunday Jazz Clinic. The usual cozy outdoor Jazz performance was forced inside due to some huge dark clouds looming on the horizon, but the jazz lovers still had a great evening.
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he night may have been damp with this month’s unexpected downpours, but Californian DJ Justin Michael still put his best foot forward and gave it his all. House beats kept the top floor of Anantara grooving despite the weather‌
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Samson Bring Soft to Hard Rock
Hard Rock Café Wed 22nd & Fri 24th September
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ard Rock University presented uprising Indonesian band, Samsons. A succession of poppy love ballads made it a perfect night out for single girls or lovers with stars in their eyes; vocalist Bam’s crooning received plenty of sighs.
French Invasion at Hard Rock
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ard Rock Café was hit with the French masses last Friday night, arriving to bask in the legendary awesomeness of their homeland rocker hero, Louis Bertignac. Louis brought an air of nostalgia to the crowd as he ran through a bunch of his classic hits, well known to all those present. Closing off the night, he was accompanied by Indonesian guitarist Piyu from Padi and together they jammed out on some Jimi Hendrix. Louis still knows how to rock a crowd and he didn’t hold back for this committed bunch.
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