Kapanlagi.com - Sad news comes from the Indonesian rock music scene. Ricardo Bisuk Juara Siahaan, better known as Ricky Siahaan, guitarist and founder of the band Seringai, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 21:30 local time in Tokyo, Japan.
Ricky died shortly after performing with Seringai as part of the Wolves of East Asia Tour 2025. His last performance on the Gekiko Fest stage in Tokyo became an unexpected farewell moment.
"According to the official statement from the local medical team, the deceased suffered a heart attack shortly after performing with Seringai at the Gekiko Fest — part of the Wolves of East Asia Tour 2025 in Taiwan and Japan," wrote the official press release from Seringai on Wednesday (April 23, 2025).
The musician, known for his powerful guitar riffs, passed away at the age of 48. Ricky's departure leaves not only a deep sorrow for his family and bandmates but also for fans who grew up with his music.
As a final tribute, the family, along with the band Seringai, has arranged for the repatriation of the remains. This repatriation process is also supported by the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Tokyo.
"As a final tribute to an important figure in the history and journey of this band, we, together with the family, with the full support of the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Tokyo, have arranged for the repatriation of the deceased's remains to Indonesia, which will arrive on Thursday evening (April 24, 2025)," it stated.
A series of tribute events have been scheduled, including a memorial service and burial. All fans, friends, and colleagues are given the opportunity to pay their last respects.
For the extended family, friends, colleagues, media, and the Serigala Militia members who wish to pay their last respects, here is the schedule for the wake and burial: Sentosa Funeral Home RSPAD Jl. Dr. Abdul Rahman Saleh No. 24, Senen, Central Jakarta
Friday, April 25, 2025, 18:00 WIB: Memorial Service. Saturday, April 26, 2025, 09:30 WIB: Traditional Ceremony, 11:00 WIB: Casket Closing Ceremony, Release Service 14:00 WIB: Burial Procession Burial Location: San Diego Hills Memorial Park, Karawang Barat.
To honor the period of mourning and maintain the family's privacy, the band Seringai has appointed one official spokesperson. This decision was made to ensure that all communication runs smoothly and does not burden the family.
"During this mourning period, and to protect the family's privacy, the members of the band Seringai have appointed Wendi Putranto, as the band's manager, as the official spokesperson. We ask for the understanding of all parties that any form of communication and inquiries be directed through him," it was stated.
Our gratitude is also extended to those who have helped from the very beginning of the incident until the process of repatriating the remains to Indonesia. Support from various parties has been felt to be very meaningful in this moment of grief.
"We express our deepest thanks for all the support, assistance, and conveniences provided by the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Tokyo, as well as to friends from Japan and Indonesia who have worked hand in hand to help from the incident until the repatriation process of the remains,"
In addition, the family and the band Seringai also express their appreciation to all parties who have sent prayers and attention. The continuous expressions of condolences provide a unique strength for those left behind.
"We also greatly appreciate every prayer, attention, and love that continues to flow from various corners, both while in Tokyo and upon our return to Jakarta,"
Although his physical presence is no longer with us, Ricky's spirit will continue to live through his musical works with Seringai. His musical legacy serves as a reminder of his dedication and love for the Indonesian rock scene. The spirit, dedication, and musical legacy of Ricky Siahaan will continue to live in our hearts and music. Always, always, forever!
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