Explore the 2026 Sovereign Asian Art Prize finalists. Discover top contemporary artists from Indonesia and Asia competing for the $30,000 Grand Prize in Hong Kong.

Art Highlights: 2026 Sovereign Asian Art Prize Finalists

HONG KONG - The Sovereign Asian Art Prize recently announced its 30 finalists for 2026. This prestigious competition celebrates the very best of contemporary art across Asia. This year marks the 22nd edition of the event, and the list includes several talented artists from Indonesia. A large group of 145 artists submitted over 250 unique artworks for consideration. Independent professionals and…
Hammersonic 2026 updates lineup with Dashboard Confessional and Ellegarden. Enjoy new ticket prices at Rp 550,000 and special 2-for-1 deals for loyal fans.

Hammersonic 2026: New Lineup and Major Ticket Price Cuts

JAKARTA - The international concert scene faces a sudden shift this year. Ravel Entertainment recently announced significant changes to the Hammersonic 2026 lineup. World geopolitics unfortunately caused many sudden flight cancellations across the globe. Consequently, headline acts New Found Glory and The Story So Far cannot perform at the event. These external factors remained entirely outside the control of the organizers.…
Maudy Koesnaedi stars in Sayap Cinta Habibie & Ainun musical at Taman Ismail Marzuki. Discover her journey in vocal training, research, and stage choreography.

Maudy Koesnaedi Stars in Sayap Cinta Habibie & Ainun

JAKARTA - Maudy Koesnaedi returns to the spotlight in the new musical drama titled Sayap Cinta Habibie & Ainun, a legendary romance of the late former president Habibie and his wife Ainun. She brings the character of Habibie’s mother, Tuti Mariani Puspowardojo, back to life on stage. However, this production demands more than just her acting skills. She performs vocal numbers…
Indonesian ambient post-rock duo In Inertia prepares for their first-ever performance in China at the prestigious CAN Festival 2026. Representing Southeast Asia, they bring their unique cinematic soundscapes to the scenic shores of Zhoushan alongside global icons.

In Inertia to International Debut at China’s CAN Festival 2026

Jakarta’s In Inertia brings ambient post-rock to China's CAN Festival 2026. Discover their journey from local showcase to a global stage in Zhoushan.
Seringai releases Sejati and Senarai Feses music videos from the album IV: Anastasis. A new era begins after Ricky Siahaan with a powerful five-piece formation.

Seringai’s New Album IV: Anastasis Honors Ricky Siahaan

JAKARTA - The Indonesian high octane rock titans Seringai are preparing to launch their latest album, IV: Anastasis. This upcoming release carries a heavy emotional weight for the band members and their fans. It serves as a vital document of the final creative journey with their late guitarist, Ricky Siahaan. While the band explores new musical directions, the album preserves the…
Discover Museum MACAN’s CORAL project in Kalibaru, where designers and fishermen turn waste into art to fight the climate crisis and improve local sanitation.

Museum MACAN CORAL: Art Meets Climate in Kalibaru

Museum MACAN partners with global foundations and local collectives to launch CORAL: Coastal Vernacular Lab, a living laboratory in North Jakarta that transforms mussel shell waste into sustainable art and community design solutions.