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Jakarta Prepares for Blackpink Concert Amid Rainy Weather
Fans attending Blackpink’s Jakarta shows on Nov 1-2 should expect rain but also a high-energy night.Lifestyle Nov 1, 2025 | 3:59 pm
TWICE Concert Organizer Detained in Jakarta Over Fraud Allegations
Jakarta police have detained Mecimapro’s director over alleged fraud and embezzlement tied to TWICE’s 2023 Jakarta concert.Lifestyle Oct 30, 2025 | 3:26 pm
Indonesia Seeks UNESCO Heritage Status for Dangdut Music
Indonesia plans to nominate dangdut for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, aiming to take the iconic music global.Lifestyle Oct 30, 2025 | 9:57 am
Indonesia Leads Initiative for Fair Global Royalty System at WIPO
Indonesia has proposed a global legal framework under WIPO to reform digital royalty governance and strengthen publisher rights.Lifestyle Oct 15, 2025 | 11:11 am
215th Bandung Berpesta: A Blend of Local MSMEs and Music for the City of Flowers
The 215th Bandung Berpesta event was held by BTV to entertain the public in celebration of the 215th Anniversary of Bandung City (HJKB).Lifestyle Sep 26, 2025 | 12:40 pm
D’Masiv Sets Sights on Global Stage with US Recording Session
. Indonesian band D’Masiv is finally stepping onto the international stage.Lifestyle Sep 15, 2025 | 10:57 am
Synchronize Fest: Dangdut Queen Elvy Sukaesih to Reunite with Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra
The 2025 Synchronize Fest is set to take place at Jakarta's Gambir Expo on October 3-5.Lifestyle Sep 14, 2025 | 9:48 pm
Jakarta’s Pestapora Festival to Go Ahead Despite Week of Riots
Jakarta’s Pestapora music festival will proceed this weekend with adjusted hours, signaling the city is stable after a week of unrest.Lifestyle Sep 3, 2025 | 11:26 am
New Beatles ‘Anthology’ Projects Will Be Released This Fall
The ninth episode features behind-the-scenes footage of Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr coming together in 1994-1995.Lifestyle Aug 22, 2025 | 5:51 am
A Song for All: Indonesia’s National Anthem Free to Use Without Royalties
LMKN Chairman Andi Mulhaman Tambolotutu has clarified that the national anthem falls under the category of “fair use.”Lifestyle Aug 18, 2025 | 4:30 pm
Agnez Mo Wins Supreme Court Battle Over Song Copyright
Indonesia’s Supreme Court overturned a lower court’s ruling that found Agnez Mo guilty of copyright infringement over the song “Bilang Saja.Lifestyle Aug 14, 2025 | 3:14 pm
South Korea’s Top Court Ends Baby Shark Copyright Battle
South Korea’s Supreme Court dismisses a US composer’s claim that Pinkfong plagiarized his “Baby Shark,” ending a six-year copyright battle.Lifestyle Aug 14, 2025 | 2:55 pm
Wami Responds After Ari Lasso Slams Tiny $47 Royalty Payment
For many fans, Ari Lasso is more than just another name in Indonesia’s music scene.Lifestyle Aug 14, 2025 | 10:26 am
WAMI Says Wedding Singers Must Pay Royalty Fees
WAMI insists wedding organizers must pay a 2% music royalty, as Indonesia ramps up copyright enforcement despite public backlash.Lifestyle Aug 13, 2025 | 11:20 am
What Is “Sound Horeg” and Why East Java Is Cracking Down on It
East Java curbs “sound horeg” street parties, capping noise and limiting locations after health, safety, and public disturbance concerns.Lifestyle Aug 12, 2025 | 10:51 am
Café and Restaurant Owners Concerned Over Potential Fees for Every Song Played
The contentious issue centers on whether the royalties should be paid for music played at small cafés or eateries.Lifestyle Aug 11, 2025 | 12:43 pm
Jakarta Turns Up for BTV Semesta Berpesta Grand Tour Finale -- Tickets Gone in a Flash
Before arriving in the capital, BTV Semesta Berpesta had already wowed audiences in Palembang, Bandung, Bogor, Malang, and Yogyakarta.Lifestyle Aug 10, 2025 | 11:07 pm
Indonesian Noodle Chain Settles $135,000 Music Royalty, Others Remain Wary
Mie Gacoan pays Rp 2.2b to settle music royalty dispute, but hotels and cafés warn the law’s costs and rules remain burdensome.Lifestyle Aug 9, 2025 | 10:23 am
Yura Yunita, Wali to Headline Day 1 of Semesta Berpesta Festival in Jakarta
Jakarta’s Semesta Berpesta Festival returns Aug. 9–10 with Yura Yunita, Wali, Juicy Lucy, and more, plus culture, sport, and food zones.Lifestyle Aug 9, 2025 | 9:50 am
Restaurants, Cafes Ditch Indonesian Music to Dodge Royalty Fees
Fearing royalty obligations, many businesses have stopped playing Indonesian music as the government tightens enforcement of copyright rulesLifestyle Aug 5, 2025 | 10:06 am
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