Summary
Navicula, formed in 1996, blends 90s alternative rock with Balinese culture, experienced lineup changes, and faced tragedy with a member’s death, yet continues to produce impactful music and albums.
Keypoints
Formation and Early Years of Navicula
Navicula was formed in 1996, consisting of members Robby (vocals), Janti (guitar), Baby Face, and Gembul (drums), all of whom were still in school at the time. May, one of the members, was only 13 years old when the band was established.
Influences on Navicula's Music
Robby, one of the band members, named the band after a biological term during a biology class. The music of Navicula is heavily influenced by 1990s alternative music, particularly by bands like Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, and Nirvana. However, their unique sound is also shaped by the strong influence of Balinese culture.
Collaboration with Soneed MG and Independent Production
Navicula collaborated with Soneed MG for their album 'Alkemis'. However, for their next album, 'Beautiful Word' released in 2007, they chose to produce the album independently, showcasing their desire for creative control over their music.
Environmental Advocacy through Music
In 2012, Navicula released an album that included the song 'Borneo', which was aimed at raising awareness about deforestation issues threatening the habitats of endangered species in Sumatra and Kalimantan.
Music Video Recognition
Their music video for 'Metropolutan' won the prestigious Roderich Mentari award in 2012, outperforming 500 videos from 48 countries, which resulted in them receiving a recording opportunity at Queensland Studios in Hollywood.
Subsequent Albums and Challenges
Following their earlier successes, Navicula released several albums over the years, including 'Ska Minum Mari' in 2012 and 'Tatap Muka' in 2015. However, the band faced a significant tragedy when one of their members, Meindra, died in a car accident in 2018.
Memorial Concert and New Releases
In memory of Meindra, Navicula held a concert titled 'Twibies Tumit Indra' on March 20, 2019, exactly one year after his passing. They continued to release new singles during this time, including 'Whitney Houston Forget' and 'Ibu' in 2018.
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