Felix Martua

Felix Martua is a music and film journalist who has interviewed countless artists over the years. He’s known for his signature black jacket, Ghibli collar pin and slightly sinister grin.

Have we entered an era of happy love songs again?
Culture And Entertainment

Have we entered an era of happy love songs again?

After years of craving catharsis through mournful ballads, Indonesian listeners appear to have moved on with an emotional reset.
I'm a grown-up who found a new music obsession: J-pop boy bands
Currently Obsessed

I'm a grown-up who found a new music obsession: J-pop boy bands

Turns out, you are never too 'mature' to be a stan.
Five exciting Indonesian musicians to jack into in 2026
Weekend Five

Five exciting Indonesian musicians to jack into in 2026

Looking to refresh your playlist this year? Here are five promising music artists whose recent work feels bold, honest and worth lending your ear.
So, do you really know Oslo Ibrahim?
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So, do you really know Oslo Ibrahim?

The alternative-pop musician’s new EP, Top 5, is less about reinvention and more about reintroduction.
Life goes on for Adrian Setiawan, one record at a time
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Life goes on for Adrian Setiawan, one record at a time

The album Multidimensi finds Adrian Setiawan embracing the full spectrum of life, no matter what comes.
Raissa Ramadhani is officially missing you
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Raissa Ramadhani is officially missing you

In her debut album Ribuan Rindu, this new Gen Z voice channels her unique mezzo-soprano voice to explore the painful paradise of longing.
Into the depths: Omara Esteghlal's beast of burden
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Into the depths: Omara Esteghlal's beast of burden

Pengepungan di Bukit Duri (The Siege at Thorn High) might trigger tough conversations. But for actor Omara Esteghlal, the tougher the role, the better.
Andi Rianto wants you to listen to his heart
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Andi Rianto wants you to listen to his heart

How does a maestro bare his soul? Symphony from the Heart blends orchestral pop and honest lyrics to reflect on love and legacy.
Let Arbani Yasiz lead the way
Conversation

Let Arbani Yasiz lead the way

With the ambitious folk-horror pic Pabrik Gula, Arbani Yasiz has earned for himself the status of being Indonesian modern cinema's leading man.
The new and unstoppable energy of Nidji
Culture And Entertainment

The new and unstoppable energy of Nidji

The album Manifestasi Hati marks a new chapter for the legendary pop-rock band and, most likely, its greatest milestone yet.