Viva Los Panturas! Get Ready to Anchor with Their Second Album, The Panturas Bring Different Surf-Rock!

Kapanlagi.com - Has the anchor been lifted, is everyone ready to depart? The Panturas, a surf-rock band from Jatinangor, West Java, Indonesia, is getting closer to the release date of their second album on September 10, 2021. The Panturas was formed in 2015 and is led by four members: Abyan Zaki (vocalist & guitarist), Rizal Taufik (guitarist), Surya Fikri (drummer), and Bagus Patria (bassist).

Being one of the few bands with this music genre in Indonesia, and even considered a 'vintage' style, The Panturas has its own unique color in the eyes of their loyal fans. The album titled OMBAK BANYU ASMARA has been promoted by the band members since the release of their first single, Balada Semburan Naga, in 2020.

Showing a well-prepared and thoughtful process, from the release of the first two singles to the promotional activities, it seems that each has its own philosophy. The second single from this album, titled Tafsir Mistik, was released on March 12, 2021. Just from these two songs, we can see the high number of views that The Panturas has received, indicating the passionate support from their fans.

So, what interesting information can we gather from The Panturas' journey to their final destination and the release of the OMBAK BANYU ASMARA album? Let's discuss them one by one!

1. Showcasing a New Surf Rock Vibe

Cover Single Balada Semburan Naga dan Tafsir Mistik (credit: instagram.com/thepanturas)

With the surf-rock genre, the music performed by The Panturas always has a maritime feel of Indonesia. In every concert, fans always express themselves by dancing and enjoying the music. It's not strange anymore to see fans dancing pogo and stage diving, which seems to have become a common thing that adds to the excitement of every stage performance by The Panturas.

In the release of their second album, it seems that The Panturas intends to bring different types of music compared to their previous songs. From the oriental music-infused "Balada Semburan Naga" to the second song "Tafsir Mistik" with its characteristic touch of accordion, it brings a new impression for The Panturas.

"We want a more calming dance but still enjoyable for the audience, still enjoying the music with the material in this album..." said Bagus Gogon in a conversation between The Panturas and Rio Tantomo on The Panturas' YouTube channel. This shows that there is a development from The Panturas without losing the essence of surf-rock itself. So, what do you think, KLovers? Are you even more curious now?

2. Announce New Official Logo and 10 New Songs

Logo The Panturas (credit: instagram.com/thepanturas)

As fans, you must be familiar with the distinctive characteristic of The Panturas' logo, right? In participating in the release of their second album, the logo has also been upgraded to be more original. This logo was created by Ilham Herry and Gilang Purnama from Ephemera Fonts.

In addition to announcing the logo news, The Panturas also released a teaser video with a total of 10 songs that they will perform in the album 'OMBAK BANYU ASMARA'. The collaboration songs they will perform together with Adipati from 'The Kuda' and also with Nesia Ardi.

Each song seems to represent a different region in the archipelago, KLovers. What do you think? Do you already have a target for your favorite song?

3. Do Different Publicity Than Others

Wave Mural of Banyu Asmara (credit: instagram.com/thepanturas)

Try mentioning, how do your favorite bands usually promote their singles or albums? Well, The Panturas have a unique and different way of promoting their songs. They even collaborate with street art artist, Arnis Muhammad, in their latest project. Wow, collaborating with renowned artists? Do you have any idea how the promotion will look like?

Yup! Mural paintings! That's the unique way The Panturas publicize their song OMBAK BANYU ASMARA. Are they not afraid of being painted over? Turns out, their murals are not just ordinary murals. They are not only located in one spot, but in various locations in Indonesia, KLovers.

There is also a special term for the locations they will visit, called Los Panturas territory, and the spots are called districts, very unique! Where are they actually located? Well, they are in Ngayogyakarta Special District or Yogyakarta, Celebes, Bali, and Djayakarta District or Jakarta. Is your city on the list, KLovers?

That's the story of The Panturas sailing the seas, KLovers. But OMBAK BANYU ASMARA hasn't docked yet, let's wait until September 10th! Have you heard Balada Semburan Naga and Tafsir Mistik yet? Stream them first!

This article was written by: Elisabeth Marie N. D.

(kpl/mag)