Jogjarockarta Changes Theme: Changed Venue And Additional Performers

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JAKARTA - The loud music festival that is the pride of the people of Yogyakarta, Jogjarockarta, is back after being absent for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This time, it will be held on September 24-25.

According to an official statement received by VOI, Saturday, July 16, if previously this annual routine festival had the theme "Rock on Jeep", which required the audience to enjoy the concert from the top of a jeep (drive-in), Rajawali Indonesia as the organizer changed the theme to "History". Continues" with a target of 10 thousand viewers per day.

"After two years of hiatus, this year Jogjarockarta is finally back. In the journey, we have gone through a lot of dynamics in the regulation of music festivals in Indonesia. Through the theme "History Contnues" we want to convey that this journey must be continued, with enthusiasm, and new experiences," explained Founder Rajawali Indonesia and CEO of Jogjarockarta Festival, Anas Syahrul Alimi.

However, even if the theme changes, jeeps will still be available as a means of picking up spectators from the gathering point to the venue.

Meanwhile, in addition to the 11 previously announced headliners, namely Burgerkill, DeadSquad, Superman Is Dead, Serigala Malam, The Hydrant, Jamrud, Edane, Seringai, Death Vomit, Voice Of Baceprot, and Prison The Blues, Jogjarockarta also added three names to the list. in their line-up, namely Sangkakala, The Melting Minds and Grass Rock.

Due to the change in concept and the addition of the line-up, the event venue has also moved from LANUD Gading Wonosari to Tebing Breksi Yogyakarta. And for the first time, Jogjarockarta will also present a side stage that will feature 30 new names.

"Regeneration of rock bands in Indonesia is also an important thing that needs attention. Because of this, the presence of a side stage, we think is important for the continuity of regeneration of rock bands to increase their flying hours," said Ahmad Sobirin, Project Manager of Jogjarockarta Festival #5 2022.