1921 BALI HEADBANGER MUSIC

Banyubiru, Central Java – Hard Rock Stoner Punk trio TOILETKISS has just released their second single, “TUA BODOH” , a satirical punch aimed at judgmental grown-ups gossiping about youth, neighbors, and even their own children. Formed in December 2021 in Banyubiru, Semarang, TOILETKISS is made up of Irawan (lead guitar/vocals) , Andi (bass) , and Gilang (drums) —three unemployed youth who turned their late-night coffee hangouts into a sonic rebellion. Their gritty sound is influenced by the likes of The Datsuns, Wolfmother, The Partisan , and Ramones . The band’s unique name, TOILETKISS, emerged from a bizarre encounter: while on vacation, the vocalist stumbled upon a couple making out in front of a public toilet—an image that stuck and inspired the band’s raw and provocative identity. Produced, mixed, and mastered by Shasha Aji of Crypticalsins Recorded , the track also features a chaotic and expressive cover artwork by Setyo Rvm (Sibuksantai) using scatt...

Malang, June 26, 2025 — Alternative rock outfit DJANUS WAVES from Malang returns with a bold new single titled "Stelan Formal" , set to hit digital platforms on June 27, 2025 . The track marks the beginning of what the band calls their “Second Half” phase — a new chapter both musically and thematically. Following their 2023 debut EP “Terkapar di Lantai Dansa” , known for its gritty, youthful fuzz-rock sound, the band now enters a more reflective and mature territory. “Stelan Formal” dives deep into themes of personal growth, social pressure, and the emotional struggles of individuals navigating work, love, education, and unfulfilled dreams in today’s fast-paced world. Addressing the emotional toll of mass layoffs in Indonesia, the song serves as an anthem for the unheard , resonating especially with those who feel forced to appear strong under societal expectations. It challenges the narrative that “men don’t open up,” while also embracing all individuals who...

Birmingham, UK – July 11, 2025 Boundary-defying alt-metal quintet Tooth & Dagger return with their brand-new single "EGO" , released today, Friday, July 11. This latest track dives deep into the raw struggle of confronting personal trauma, battling inner demons, and shattering destructive patterns in the journey toward becoming one’s best self. Known for their unpredictable and feral energy , Tooth & Dagger blends metal with elements of dubstep, EDM, and funk , creating a genre-smashing sound that is both brutal and beautiful . With influences ranging from Architects and Linkin Park to LANDMVRKS , the band has carved out a space that’s as emotionally intense as it is sonically adventurous. Featuring Dante (vocals) , Dale (guitar) , Iain (guitar) , Chris (drums) , and Luce (bass) , the Birmingham-based band continues to push boundaries with every release. "EGO" is a testament to their evolution— a thunderous anthem of self-aware...

Semarang, Indonesia – July 3, 2025 Semarang-based black metal unit Svakapvsara has unleashed their debut EP “Tak Ada Maaf” , a haunting and explosive record that revisits one of Indonesia’s darkest historical moments — the May 1998 tragedy. Following the release of their single “Menyibak Derita” earlier this year, the trio comprised of Tendi Munte (vocals, bass), Faisal Haqiqi (drums), and Zulfi Khoirul (vocals, guitar) continues to push boundaries through sonic intensity and raw lyrical force. “This EP reflects how we, the generation born after 1998, interpret and preserve the memories of a time we never lived through directly. My knowledge of the ’98 tragedy came from books, internet articles, and songs. This record is our way of reading history — of keeping memory alive,” shared Tendi, who also wrote the lyrics. “Tak Ada Maaf” consists of four tracks that journey through old-school thrash and heavy metal, neo-crust, and post-rock segments — all anch...

Surabaya, Indonesia – June 30, 2025 Prepare for chaos as masked alternative metal unit NUMANI rises from the industrial shadows of Surabaya to ignite the scene with their blistering new single, "Rantai Yang Terputus" — a bold testament to identity, collapse, and revolt. With a name symbolizing rebirth and self-realization, NUMANI embodies the spirit of resistance through sound, forging a sonic identity that blends crushing grooves, mechanical distortion, tribalistic rhythms, and searing emotion. Their latest single, now streaming on all digital platforms, serves as both a battle cry and a dirge for those disillusioned by society’s decay. Simultaneously, NUMANI has dropped a compelling music video on their official YouTube channel, visually translating their cold, mechanized aesthetic and raw emotional volatility. “NUMANI is more than just a band,” declares frontman Rase . “We are a reaction. A resistance. A rhythm forged in the fires of protest.” Heavily...

Bandung, Indonesia – May 28, 2025 — Progressive contemplative metal unit ARKHANOVA emerges from the heart of Bandung with a powerful debut single titled “Aku” , released under Hypogene Records and now streaming on all major digital platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music. Carrying a strong message of self-liberation , “Aku” is a sonic rebellion against the false identities imposed by external expectations. Written and composed by Pipa Zei and ArdSumargono , the track urges listeners to cast off the masks society demands—and reclaim the courage to be their true selves. Comprising Pipa Zei (Guitar/Vocals) , ArdSumargono (Guitar/Vocals) , and Agree (Bass) , ARKHANOVA fuses intense, driving sounds with introspective lyricism—becoming more than a band, but a movement of existential awakening. “Aku” is just the beginning—a fierce spark from an upcoming body of work meant to lead listeners into deep reflection , self-recognition, and a conf...

Bandung’s black/death/post-metal force delivers a ritualistic journey into cosmic emptiness Bandung, Indonesia – June 21, 2025 Emerging once again from the darkened veil of sonic intensity, Bandung-based black/death/post-metal band THEIST returns with a brand-new single, “Litani : Nihil” , released on June 21, 2025 . A haunting blend of ambient despair and crushing metal fury, this single serves as an existential litany — a prayer whispered into the vast, silent void. Crafted with deliberate restraint, “Litani : Nihil” channels the slow, suffocating march of time collapsing into nothingness. It melds the atmosphere of post-metal with the density of death metal and the bleakness of black metal, conjuring a soundscape that is both oppressive and transcendent. Through lyrics like "the sky burns in emptiness" and "the chime of time sinks deeper," THEIST paints a sonic canvas of cosmic ruin and spiritual disillusionment. “We intentionally made this pi...