Revealing Aftersunset's Long Journey Via EP Kita Is Them

JAKARTA - Aftersunset introduced an extended play (EP) or a mini album titled We are through an event hosted by DCDC on Braga Sky 1957, Bandung on Monday, February 10. The event titled The Aftersunset Chronicle: Kita Untuk Mereka, is also present to show the bands consisting of Gagan (vocal, bass), Iwan (guitar), Herman (guitar), and Iweng (drums) which began in 1997.There are three phases that Aftersunset has passed. There are three phases that Aftersunset has passed, namely the early days of Aftersunset formation and popularity in the music scene; the musical transformation of British pop into a new wave, as well as the dynamics of the change of personnel; and the revival period that tells the story of a long hiatus period that ends with the reunion and launch of EP Kitas'.Agus Danny Hartono as the DCDC Representative said, this event was held considering Aftersunset as a music group that should be taken into account by work and has a massive and loyal fan base. With the current new wave music character, Gagan cs became more experimental but remains relevant. The new wave musical transformation of Aftersunset became a new color in the midst of pop music domination,' Danny said in his statement, Friday, February 14.' It is evident that the release of EP We are They' received a lot of positive responses and responses from fans as well as music lovers. We hope that Aftersunset will have a more special place in the Indonesian music industry,' he continued.

Meanwhile, Aftersunset presented four songs that became the latest EP material, namely Just Time, Fana, We Are They, and The Remaining Ones. The four numbers carry the essence of music rooted in their distinctive style, but are packaged with musical maturity from a long journey as a band. With the latest formation and fresh works, Aftersunset is ready to decorate the musical belantics again. We bring the message that every trip no matter no matter how heavy it is always keeps the opportunity to return to shine, even after sunset," said Iweng. Furthermore, Gagan explained that Aftersunset's return is not just about music, but also brings friendship, commitment, and the love of personnel for art. Each number on EP We Are They is proof of a friendship that is able to produce a work with emotional depth and relevance. In 2002, I had joined the band Caffeine after leaving Aftersunset. Then Iweng and Iwan joined the management of Peterpan, while Herman with the band New Eta. But in 2024, we reunited with the spirit and fresh work. Of course, the long journey that we went through became a valuable lesson to navigate the Indonesian music scene in the future," said Gagan. Several big names in the Indonesian music industry also supported Aftersunset's new journey. Through screened video recordings in front of the audience, Ariel NOAH and Tria Changcuters gave congratulations and success to Aftersunset's career.