Discussion About Concert Policies, Former Payung Teduh Vocalist Strongly Protests on Instagram

Kapanlagi.com - During this pandemic, all entertainment activities that have the potential to attract a large crowd are canceled, such as music concerts. In the end, musicians have to think creatively to continue creating and providing entertainment to their respective fans virtually.

Interestingly, recently there was news that music concerts are allowed for the purpose of the 2020 regional election campaign. Upon hearing this news, several musicians were extremely angry, including Is (Pusakata), the former vocalist of Payung Teduh.

"Musicians are not allowed to hold concerts. But concerts for the regional election are allowed. The policies of the state apparatus during this time are truly absurd. I wonder if there is any new update on this policy? It has indeed been addressed by the Minister of Home Affairs, but I can't comprehend it. How can such a narrow-minded idea arise in the midst of this pandemic?" Is wrote in his official Instagram account, @pusakata.

1. Musicians are only seen as lubricants

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Meanwhile, in the caption of his post, Is continued his protest against the decision to allow concerts for campaign purposes. According to him, musicians are no longer respected.

"Please teach us how to remain sane when we have to witness so much insanity in this country. Musicians will always be seen as lubricants and success teams for opportunists. The value of us musicians is only limited to being a cheerleading team for them. What matters is being popular. Any way possible, but sometimes still bargaining. Even though without music it would be empty. Only the team watches. It's only the interests that matter," wrote Is.

2. Is's Message to the Public

Not just being angry, Is also gives a positive message to the public at the end of his writing. Just like all of us, Is also hopes that this pandemic will end soon and all activities can return to normal as before.

"Keep taking care of each other. Protect your loved ones. If you have to leave the house alone or with your family, still be cautious. Follow health protocols and always be vigilant. I haven't given up yet, let's not give up. We can get through this together," concluded Is.

(kpl/gtr)