Ali (Indonesian band) explained

Ali
Origin:Jakarta, Indonesia
Years Active:2021–present
Label:Anukara
Current Members:
  • Arswandaru
  • John Paul Patton
  • Absar Lebeh
Past Members:
  • Kevin Septanto

Ali is an Indonesian funk supergroup consisting of artist Arswandaru with Kelompok Penerbang Roket member John Paul Patton and The Sigit member Absar Lebeh, formed in 2021. They joined the wave of "habibi funk" music, incorporating Middle Eastern music elements into funk and disco.[1]

History

Ali was formed in 2021 by additional member of Mooner and illustrator, Arswandaru Cahyo, with Kelompok Penerbang Roket vocalist John Paul Patton and Elephant Kind bassist Kevin Septanto.[2] They released their debut single "Dance, Habibi" the same year.[3]

In January 2023, Septanto was replaced by The Sigit member Absar Lebeh due to his busy schedule with Elephant Kind, and they released the single "Crystal Sand".[4] In February 2023, they embarked on an Australian concert tour.[5]

Their debut album, Malaka was released on 5 May 2023 through Anukara Records.[6] On 10 August 2023, they held the album showcase at the Jakarta Art Building.[7] In 2024, they will embark on a European and UK tour titled Echoes Tour, including dates serving as an opening act for Australian band Mildlife.[8]

Band members

Current members

Former members

Touring musicians

Discography

Studio albums

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Album details
Malaka
  • Released: 5 May 2023
  • Label: Anukara

Singles

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YearAlbum
"Dance, Habibi"2021Malaka
"Downtown Strut"2022
"Shoreline Transit"Malaka
"Crystal Sand"2023
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"An Najma"
2024

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Ali dan Gelombang Habibi Funk. Medcom. 5 October 2023. 30 March 2024. Agustinus Shindu. Alpito.
  2. Web site: Ali Memperkenalkan Diri Bersama Habibi. Pophariini. 2 December 2021. 30 March 2024. Raka. Dewangkara.
  3. Web site: Ali Ngajak Semua Orang Berdansa lewat Single Debut yang Groovy, "Dance, Habibi". Hypebeast. 26 November 2021. 30 March 2024. Yogha. Prasiddha.
  4. Web site: Ali Rilis Single 'Crystal Sand' Menuju Album Perdana. Pophariini. 27 January 2023. 30 March 2024. Gerald. Manuel.
  5. Web site: Off the beaten track: Ali to play Australia in pre-album tour. The Jakarta Post. 2 February 2023. 30 March 2024. Anindito. Ariwandono.
  6. Web site: Ali Rilis Album Perdana, 'Malaka'. Hypebeast. 8 May 2023. 30 March 2024.
  7. Web site: 'The Sun Voyage: Malaka', Album Showcase dari ALI. Hypebeast. 7 July 2023. 30 March 2024.
  8. Web site: Cerita Ali tentang Rencana Tur Eropa dan Inggris bareng Mildlife. Pophariini. 22 February 2024. 30 March 2024. Gerald. Manuel.