JAKARTA - The collaboration between Elvy Sukaesih and Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra has made thousands of music lovers sway. The last night of Synchronize Fest 2025 which was held at Gambir Expo Kemayoran, Central Jakarta on Sunday, October 5 was lively.
Elvy first appeared with the accompaniment of musicians who used to accompany her on stage. Sekuntum Mawar Merah, Night Trains', until the 'Sibu Break' was brought by Queen Dangdut.
About twenty minutes later, the appearance that the audience had been waiting for from the start was presented. Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra (TSPO) from Japan rose to the stage.
"I will introduce, this is Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra," shouted Elvy, who was greeted by the audience.
Before the collaboration took place, a video was shown to tell those who did not know the background of this collaboration. The old video when Elvy appeared in Japan with TSPO in 1996 was played.
"At that time, 29 years ago, I was invited there (Japan) for a show, at Shibuya," said Elvy. There was an extraordinary welcome. Really thanks to Allah it's huge. And I'm also still healthy until now.
Elvy also introduced one of the TSPO personnel, Yanaka. "I want to ask, you are happy to join Elvy Sukaesih," asked the 74-year-old dancer.
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"We are very happy with Elvy'san," Yanaka replied.
"We are very happy to be able to meet again after 30 years," continued the TSPO personnel.
Two songs are performed through this collaboration, 'Neighbor Physics' and 'DNgdut Coffee', which make all those who hear join in singing and swaying together.
At the end of his appearance, Elvy expressed his appreciation to everyone who had come to witness this collaboration.
"Thank you for everything. Thank you Tokyo Sky Paradise," said Elvy.
"Hopefully we are all always healthy, we can come here again together. Once again, thank you everyone who has come, enjoy. I love you so much," he said.
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