Speed Ignites Hammersonic Festival with Energetic Hardcore Performance

The Hammersonic Festival once again proved to be a vibrant stage for the global hardcore punk scene, this time featuring the energetic performance of Australia's Speed. The Sydney-based unit delivered a powerful set on the Sonicstage, showcasing their evolution since their last visit to Indonesia in 2023.

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Tapi satu hal yang bisa kukatakan Speed dan Indonesia menyatu karena Hardcore Asia Tenggara

Speed's performance resonated deeply with the Indonesian audience, particularly through vocalist Jem Siow's heartfelt connection to the local hardcore community. His ability to speak Indonesian, albeit haltingly, and his reflections on finding a sense of belonging within the scene, highlighted the unifying power of music.

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Saya tumbuh besar di Australia dan waktu saya masih kecil sampai sekitar sepuluh tahun, tidak banyak orang Asia di sana. Lalu entah kenapa saya mendengar musik ini, melihat mosh pit seperti ini, dan saya merasa memiliki tempat di Hardcore

Siow's personal narrative, growing up in Australia with a limited Asian presence and finding solace and acceptance in hardcore music, struck a chord. His emphasis on shared cultural values and the sense of 'home' he feels within the Southeast Asian hardcore scene underscored the festival's role in fostering international camaraderie.

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Saya bertemu beberapa sahabat terbaik dan mereka menerima saya

Crucially, Speed's message of inclusivity – rejecting discrimination based on gender, orientation, or race – aligns perfectly with the spirit of the hardcore scene and resonates strongly in Indonesia. The band's performance was not just about music; it was a powerful statement about unity and mutual respect, leaving a lasting impression on festival-goers.

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Kita makan pakai tangan, yang suka menunjukkan rasa hormat pada keluarga, yang tumbuh besar dan berbagi nilai-nilai budaya yang sama dengan saya, rasanya seperti seluruh dunia saya menyatu seketika