Indonesian jazz and pop musician Dwiki Dharmawan have made a cultural impact with his music, artistry, identity and performances worldwide. After releasing "Gemilang" in 1987 with his band Krakatau and " Dengan Menyebut Nama Allah" in 1993 with Novia Kolopaking, [1] [2] he steadily amassed fame, success and public interest throughout his career, becoming a cultural icon. He often dubbed the "Indonesian Jazz Ambassador" immediately after he performed in over 30 countries. [3]
Several critics have credited Dharmawan's presence and success with emphasising Islam in music, [4] while some have criticised that he shifts back to jazz. [2]
Musicianship
Composition
Dharmawan ventured into the 20th-century Islamic music scene, with his works " Dengan Menyebut Nama Allah" and "Kepada Kesangsian" which he co-wrote with Ags. Arya Dipayana in 1990. [5] After the success of the former title performed by Novia Kolopaking, he shifted back to composing music for Krakatau, and managing Farabi Music School with his wife. [6]
Other depictions
Covers and tributes
Numerous artists and musicians in Indonesia have recorded their own renditions of songs written by Dharmawan. According to Kompas, "Dengan Menyebut Nama Allah" is the most covered song written by Dharmawan. [7] In 2014, Sony Music released its first Dharmawan tribute album, Collaborating Harmony: Dwiki Dharmawan, with contributions from various artists, including Shena Malsiana and the girl group Dalagita. [8]
References
- ^ Simanjuntak 2016, Legend Lives On.
- ^ a b Diani 2002, Musician.
- ^ Sabarini 2011, An Ambassador in Music.
- ^ Hayati, Istiqomatul (18 April 2023). "Dwiki Dharmawan: Musik Selalu Punya Peran Besar sebagai Media Dakwah". Tempo.
- ^ "Dwiki Dharmawan, Dengan Menyebut Nama Allah". Panji Masyarakat. 27 July 2022. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ "Banyak Cara Menuju Agama". Tempo. 15 September 2008. Archived from the original on 19 April 2021. Retrieved 17 February 2024.
- ^ Ivvaty 2005, Pop Religius.
- ^ P. J. Leo 2014, 30 Years in Music.
- Bibliography
- Simanjuntak, Tertiani ZB (14 May 2016). "In Tune: Krakatau Reunion The Legend Lives On". The Jakarta Post. Retrieved 4 December 2023.
- Diani, Hera (24 February 2002). "Musician Dwiki goes back to his roots". The Jakarta Post. Archived from the original on 5 June 2024. Retrieved 5 June 2024 – via Jawawa.
- Sabarini, Prodita (4 April 2011). "Dwiki Dharmawan, an Ambassador in Music". The Jakarta Post. Retrieved 8 June 2024.
- Ivvaty, Susi (9 October 2005). "Pop Religius Sang Pendakwah". Kompas. Archived from the original on 22 December 2005.
- Leo, P. J. (27 February 2014). "Guess what?: Dwiki celebrates 30 years in music with new album". Retrieved 7 November 2023.
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