Album Review: Jebung, ‘SEDEP’Felix MartuaOctober 2, 2026 by Felix MartuaOctober 2, 20260 Jebung doesn’t play it safe with her first full-length album, ‘SEDEP’, which is sometimes uneven and other times, gloriously bizarre....
The Return of Piano Sensation George Harliono with International Opera Star Hera Hyesang Park at Padma Musical SeriesIndonesia ExpatSeptember 29, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatSeptember 29, 20260 Padma Musical Series featuring George Harliono and Hera Hyesang Park to be held on Saturday, 12th of December 2026. Padma...
Indonesia Design Week 2026 Expands across PIK with “Collective Culture” as Its Driving VisionIndonesia ExpatSeptember 22, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatSeptember 22, 20260 Indonesia Design Week (IDW) returns in 2026 with its most expansive edition yet. For the first time, IDW extends beyond...
Soirée Gigs Vol. 2 Brings Orkes Silampukau and a Culinary Experience to Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya, Pakuwon IndahIndonesia ExpatSeptember 21, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatSeptember 21, 20260 Four Points by Sheraton Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah proudly presents Soirée Gigs Vol. 2, a live music series at Soirée Rooftop...
Retrospective Film Review: Why ‘This City Is a Battlefield’ Still Deserves a Much Bigger AppreciationFelix MartuaSeptember 18, 2026September 18, 2026 by Felix MartuaSeptember 18, 2026September 18, 20260 The Indonesian 2025 war drama film might not have brought home a massive number of trophies and ticket sales, but...
Album Review: Rony Parulian, ‘Dunia dan Seisinya’Felix MartuaSeptember 14, 2026 by Felix MartuaSeptember 14, 20260 Rony Parulian’s second studio album has its flaws, but it remains an irresistible pop-rock experience thanks to his charming personality...
Album Review: Nadin Amizah, ‘Laika, Yang Ditinggalkan’Felix MartuaSeptember 11, 2026September 11, 2026 by Felix MartuaSeptember 11, 2026September 11, 20260 In her third full-length album, Nadin Amizah masterfully demonstrates how to address pain and darkness with grace, composure, and emotional...
Incredible Concerts in Singapore to Enjoy Before Wrapping Up 2026Indonesia ExpatSeptember 9, 2026September 11, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatSeptember 9, 2026September 11, 20260 To cap off the year 2026 on a high note, Singapore is ready to host a number of thrilling concerts...
ISMAYA Group, Indonesia’s Largest Lifestyle and F&B Ecosystem, Debuts Its Renewed Spirit at IDEAFEST 2026Indonesia ExpatSeptember 7, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatSeptember 7, 20260 ISMAYA Group attended IDEAFEST 2026, Indonesia’s largest creative festival, which marked its 15th year and ran from the 4th to...
Gaia Music Festival 2026 Continues “Music for All” Celebration with Diverse Collaborations on Day TwoIndonesia ExpatAugust 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatAugust 20, 2026August 20, 20260 After successfully opening the festival with a vibrant range of musical genres on its first day, Gaia Music Festival (GMF)...
Beyond Handmade: The People Preserving Indonesia’s Craft HeritageSimran IshwarAugust 19, 2026August 31, 2026 by Simran IshwarAugust 19, 2026August 31, 20260 These Indonesian artisans and entrepreneurs may work with different materials, techniques, and traditions, but their journeys share a common belief:...
Gaia Music Festival 2026 Presents ‘Music for All’, Celebrating Musical Diversity Amid Bandung’s Natural LandscapeIndonesia ExpatAugust 18, 2026August 20, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatAugust 18, 2026August 20, 20260 Music once again filled Bandung’s valley with the staging of Gaia Music Festival (GMF) 2026 at the Amphitheatre of The...
Phoenix Gastrobar by Holywings: A Superbly Delicious Reason to Swing by Pantai Indah KapukFelix MartuaAugust 14, 2026August 14, 2026 by Felix MartuaAugust 14, 2026August 14, 20260 The editor of Indonesia Expat recently had the chance to enjoy a meal at Phoenix Gastrobar by Holywings in Pantai Indah...
Mangkuluhur ARTOTEL Suites Collaborates with Crea Botanica for an Eco Print WorkshopIndonesia ExpatAugust 13, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatAugust 13, 20260 As part of “The Art of Goodness” and its ESG initiatives, Mangkuluhur ARTOTEL Suites collaborated with Crea Botanica to host...
“Kanvas Rasa” Afternoon Tea with Eddy SusantoIndonesia ExpatJuly 29, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatJuly 29, 20260 A Celebration of Indonesia’s Independence Through Ink and Sugar In celebration of Indonesia’s Independence Month, The St. Regis Jakarta continues...
Inside Mai Main: Canggu’s Biggest Playground, Daycare & KiddyCutIndonesia ExpatJuly 25, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatJuly 25, 20260 Canggu draws families with its easy coastal pace, its mix of rice fields and cafes, and a rhythm that feels...
Henshin Celebrates 9th Anniversary with House of TemptationIndonesia ExpatJuly 17, 2026July 18, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatJuly 17, 2026July 18, 20260 Henshin, Jakarta’s highest Nikkei restaurant and rooftop bar, is celebrating its ninth anniversary with House of Temptation, a four-day anniversary...
Should Indonesian Artists Dream of Winning a Grammy?Felix MartuaJuly 9, 2026July 9, 2026 by Felix MartuaJuly 9, 2026July 9, 20260 The Grammy Awards, arguably one of the most prestigious music accolades in the world, have recently introduced several new categories,...
Gaia Music Festival 2026 Returns to Celebrate the Spirit of “Music For All” with Artists Across GenerationsIndonesia ExpatJuly 8, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatJuly 8, 20260 Gaia Music Festival (GMF) has officially announced its fifth edition during a press conference held at Habitate Jakarta on Tuesday,...
Album Review: Ghea Indrawari, ‘RASI BINTANG’Felix MartuaJune 19, 2026June 19, 2026 by Felix MartuaJune 19, 2026June 19, 20260 Ghea Indrawari’s second full-length album reaches the highest cosmos among the best albums of 2026 (so far) thanks to her...
Mangkuluhur ARTOTEL Suites Unveils “Echoes of Harmony”: A Duo Art Exhibition Featuring Sutopo and I Ketut Marra at ARTSPACEIndonesia ExpatJune 17, 2026 by Indonesia ExpatJune 17, 20260 Mangkuluhur ARTOTEL Suites, in collaboration with Zola Zolu Gallery, presents “Echoes of Harmony”, a duo exhibition showcasing the works of...