The Indonesian music industry always gives birth to many new stars with extraordinary talents and works. But even though many musicians come and go, there are some musicians whose work is timeless and continues to be loved from generation to generation. Their musical works that are still being played prove their expertise as musicians.

In Indonesia, the band format was once so popular and liked by many people. Of the many bands emerging, some of them were able to survive long enough and continue to give their best works. These are some of the legendary Indonesian bands that will bring your memories back in time through their songs.

1.     KOES PLUS

The band Koes Plus was founded in 1963, reaching the peak of its success in the 70s and 80s, but its songs are still widely liked today. Koes Plus is also often regarded as the pioneer of pop and rock and roll music in Indonesia. In 1974 alone, Koes Plus broke records by releasing 22 albums.

There are many Koes Plus songs that are still remembered today, such as Dara Manisku, Diana, Kapan Kapan, Sad Story on Sunday, and many more. Koes Plus also changes personnel quite often and until now the regeneration of this legendary band is still being carried out.

2.     PAMBERS

Panbers was formed in 1965 in Surabaya and is an acronym for the Pandjaitan brothers. The Panbers consist of Hans Pandjaitan and Hans Noya on guitar, Benny on vocals, Doan on bass and keyboards, Asido on drums, Maxi on bass, and Hendri on violin.

The success of Panbers in the 70s also became a pioneer in the formation of bands in Indonesia, which at that time was still dominated by solo singers. Panbers have also received 6 gold and 1 silver discs for the success of their works. Their songs that are so popular include Free, It's Too Late, and Nomads.

3.     GOD BLESS

God Bless is a 1970s rock band from Jakarta. God Bless has changed personnel several times and now consists of Ahmad Albar on vocals, Ian Antono on guitar, Donny Fattah on bass, Abadi Soesman on keyboards, and Fajar Satritama on drummer and percussion.

Since the 70s, God Bless has released 7 albums and 3 compilation albums. Although there was a vacuum in the 2000s era, God Bless still exists today. Some of their songs that are so popular include Rumah Kita, Ant Hitam, and Life.

4.     SLANK

The music group Slank comes from the city of Jakarta and was founded in 1983. They started out as high school students at Cikini College, Jakarta. After changing personnel up to 14 times, the formation of Slank from 1996 has remained until now, namely Kaka on vocals, Bimbim on drums, Ivanka on bass, and Ridho and Abdee on guitar.

Until now, Slank has released 27 albums with their hits such as Ku Tak Bisa, Too Manis, I Miss You But I Hate You, and many more. They also have many loyal fans who call themselves Slankers. In addition to achieving many achievements, Slank is also well known as a band that cares about social issues.