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Afgan Closes 'Retrospektif' Concert with 'Jodoh Pasti Bertemu'

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News From a news agency Outcome reported
  • Indonesian singer Afgan concluded his "Retrospektif" concert in Jakarta, celebrating 18 years in the music industry.
  • The concert featured hits from his albums, accompanied by the Erwin Gutawa Orchestra and the Paragita Choir.
  • Special guests included musicians Petra Sihombing, Krisdayanti, and Mahalini.

Indonesian singer Afgan marked his 18-year career milestone with a solo concert titled "Retrospektif" in Jakarta on Saturday, July 18. The concert, held to celebrate his journey in the Indonesian music industry, concluded with his performance of the song "Jodoh Pasti Bertemu" (Destiny Will Meet).

The song "Jodoh Pasti Bertemu" is from Afgan's third album, "L1ve to Love, Love to L1ve," released in 2013. Throughout the "Retrospektif: The Concert," audiences were taken on a journey through the significant phases of Afgan's musical career, revisiting his hit songs. The performance was elevated by the grand arrangements of the Erwin Gutawa Orchestra, accompanied by the Paragita Choir, adding a profound depth to each rendition.

Afgan performed songs from his seventh album, also titled "Retrospektif," alongside popular tracks from his previous albums. Notable songs included "Pesan Cinta," "Wajahmu Mengalihkan Duniaku," "Lenggang Puspita," "Bawalah Cintaku," "Sadis," "Dia Dia Dia," "Panah Asmara," "Bukan Cinta Biasa," and the closing song, "Jodoh Pasti Bertemu."

The concert was made even more special by the presence of several renowned musicians and singers as guest stars. Among them were musician Petra Sihombing, and singers Krisdayanti and Mahalini, who joined Afgan on stage, adding unique flavors to the evening's performances.

Jakarta, thank you, I love you

โ€” AfganAfgan expressed his gratitude to the audience at the end of the concert.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.