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Mayala Sanda
Mayala Sanda formed in Semarang, Central Java in the late 1970s, with guitarist Gagak Cokranata and drummer Dahlan Iskan at the core. They were joined by...
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Mayala Sanda formed in Semarang, Central Java in the late 1970s, with guitarist Gagak Cokranata and drummer Dahlan Iskan at the core. They were joined by bassist Kurniawan Al Azis and keyboardist Djarot Setyawan. The band's name translates to "Enigma of Sleep," which hints at their interest in exploring subconscious themes.
Their 1980 debut album "The Story of a Life" introduced their particular approach to progressive rock, which incorporated elements of traditional Indonesian music alongside their Western influences. The track "Nazo Koma" ("Enigma of Coma") became a notable single from that record, known for its intricate arrangement and lyrical themes.
Mayala Sanda released several more albums through the 1980s and early 1990s, including "Tirani" (1981), "Anak Zaman" (1983), "Bersembunyi" (1987), and "Perjalanan" (1992). Their work, including songs like "Sabor da Vitória (Ebenézer)," maintained a focus on complex compositions that blended rock with Indonesian musical textures.
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