#BreakingNews : SVAKAPVSARA Revives the Memory of the '98 Tragedy with Debut EP “Tak Ada Maaf”
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 anchored within the band’s black metal foundation. The tracklist includes:
- “Nyanyian Sunyi”
- “Menyibak Derita”
- “Tiga Nihilis Skeptikal”
- “Buku dan SS1”
Lyrically, the EP takes cues from Ady Gembel (Forgotten)’s blunt, anti-euphemistic style as found in the Silalatu album. This is exemplified in the searing lines of “Tiga Nihilis Skeptikal”:
"The sanctity of reform betrayed — its martyrs now mere servants."
The influence of poet and activist Wiji Thukul is also felt deeply in “Nyanyian Sunyi,” inspired by his fugitive life and poem “Sajak Suara”:
"My song will never be silenced –
My song will never be destroyed."
Svakapvsara is currently preparing a special “Tak Ada Maaf” showcase set to be held at the end of the year. “We’re crafting an intimate performance experience, complete with stage installations and possibly an exhibition. Something immersive — it’s still in development,” drummer Faisal revealed.
The “Tak Ada Maaf” EP is now available on all major digital streaming platforms.
Contacts:
Email: svakapvsara666@gmail.com
WA: +62 895-2564-6798 (Tendi Munte)
IG: https://instagram.com/svakapvsara