Enjoying The Kampungan Album Again While Waiting For The Concert Of 3 Ex Slank Personnel

Slank's Kampungan album illustration (Yudhistira Mahabharata / VOI)

JAKARTA - Most rock fans - especially the old Slanker - are of the opinion that Slank's first five albums are unmatched by the albums that followed. It can't be denied. But, it all depends on taste and from which point of view people judge it.

Slank's first five albums are eternal works of art that leave memories for a group of 90s youth. From the music side to the lyrics, representing their every footsteps. Now we're talking Kampungan - released in December 1991 - an album that represents rock n 'roll's mighty masterpiece. At that time, almost no local album could crush the fame and magic of this album.

Besides Kaka's high-pitched vocals, Indra Qadarsih's unique and intriguing keyboard sound is also the strength of this album. Not to mention Pay's magical style of guitar playing and the genius of the two foundation guards; Bongky (bass) and Bimbim (drums).

With Indra's jazz background, the hallmark of this album seems to boil down to his fingers. Yes, he is able to cultivate the flow of the song according to what Slank wants.

After being peppered with Pay, Bongky, and Bimbim, it was Kaka's turn to execute them into a line of climax works until they reached the peak of the listeners' orgasm. Abandoned Children, Abortion, Not Rock N 'Roll, Pulau Biru, Bali Bagus, Teng-Teng Blues, and of course the Kampungan title track is clear evidence.

One of the songs that caught our attention was DOG, which experienced title censorship because it was considered too harsh. Some time ago, the interlude part of this song was played again by Pay and uploaded on his Instagram account. How have fans responded? Check it out below:

There is also a children's song called Nina Bobo. Even though it doesn't show buying and selling skills, Indra's distinctive keyboard game and the snoring sound of sleeping people in the background make this song so natural.

Never forget two timeless songs; Red and Too Sweet Roses that have always been a fan favorite. So crisp and ear-cathing, these two songs are popular with all circles. Whether it's a Slank fan or not.

Kampungan is a virus that can affect anyone who is lucky to be part of history when this album was released. It's not an exaggeration if the fan euphoria is so great looking forward to the 31F concert. Even without Bimbim and Kaka, they want all the songs on this album to be played by the original musicians again.