Cool, The Hu Appears In Bank Of Mongolia Commemorative Coin
JAKARTA - The Hu has experienced a meteoric awakening over the past few years. The band is giving a new perspective on the rock scene with their Mongolian folk-metal brand.
The Hu's lunge has not gone unnoticed, especially in their homeland where the Bank of Mongolia has announced plans to feature them on the latest commemorative coin.
The newly minted coins are expected to be launched in February by the Bank of Mongolia. Look at the coin design in the illustration below:
Speaking recently to Metal Hammer, multi-instrumentalist Jaya stated, it's not easy to be an ice-breaker. Usually, following someone's footsteps is easier. The Hu worked hard and were proud to be the one to pave the way for other bands that would follow in their footsteps.
"The satisfying thing is that other young people are following in our footsteps in Mongolia. We inspire these people. If you work hard, anything is possible. If you really like it and imagine it, and work for it, things will happen. This is the most satisfying thing for us, "explained Jaya.
The Hu finished 2020 by playing Metallica's song Sad But True, but using their interpretation of their Mongolian instrumental.
"Metallica has been a huge influence and inspiration for us as music fans and musicians," the band said in a statement.
"We admire their continuous 40 year tour and the timeless unique music they have created. It is a great honor to show our respect and gratitude by recording a version of Sad But True in our language and in the style of The Hu."
The Hu is one of the Jogjarockarta 2020 rock / metal performers. On stage at 18.20 WIB, the band consisting of Nyamjantsan Galsanjamts, Galbadrakh Tsendbaatar, Temuulen Naranbaatar, and Enkhasaikhan Batjargal performed for about 45 minutes.
They performed nine songs, namely Shoog Shoog, The Same, The Gereg, Uchirtai Gurav, Yuve Yuve Yu, Wolf Totem, The Great Chinggis Khaan, Black Thunder, and This is the Mongol.
Carrying the flow of hunnu rock, The Hu combines western headbanging with traditional music. The band also uses Mongolian flutes and guitars.