No less lively than in previous years, more and more foreign musicians are lining up to perform in Indonesia throughout 2024. This can be seen from the large list of music concerts scheduled by foreign musicians who are planned to perform in Indonesia until mid-2024.
The interesting news is that the 2024 music concert series in Indonesia will not only be filled with K-pop artists. However, there will be many musicians, pianists and female singers, as well as international bands from Europe to the United States who will concert in Indonesia.
The large number of musicians lining up to perform in Indonesia seems to be a moment to promote Indonesia to the wider community and bring in many foreign tourists. So, it can help encourage the development of the national economy in the future.
So, who are the foreign musicians who are ready to give concerts in Indonesia?
Jonas Brothers
After waiting quite a long time, the Jonas Brothers will finally make their first appearance in Indonesia on February 24 2024. Consisting of Kevin, Joe and Nick, the Jonas Brothers will hold a concert entitled ” THE TOUR ” at ICE BSD, South Tangerang.
It’s an opportunity that’s a shame to miss. Remember, only two Asian countries are included in this legendary group’s tour series, namely Indonesia and the Philippines. The first concert from the three brothers group from New Jersey, United States is part of a world tour which is also a celebration of the Jonas Brothers’ 6th album: The Album (2023).
Photo: Ed Sheeran’s signature appearance with his flagship acoustic guitar (Shutterstock/yakub88)
Ed Sheeran
The next music concert schedule for foreign musicians who will enliven the Indonesian music stage is Ed Sheeran. This singer and songwriter from England will perform in Indonesia on March 2 2023, as part of a world tour entitled ” +-=÷x Tour ” or The Mathematics Tour . The plan is that Ed Sheeran’s concert in Indonesia will be held at the Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) Main Stadium.
Ed Sheeran’s concert in Indonesia has been eagerly awaited by all his fans. Remember, Ed Sheeran last greeted Indonesian fans in 2019. Interestingly, on The Mathematics Tour in Indonesia, Calum Scott was chosen as a guest star and opening act at the upcoming Ed Sheeran concert.
New love
If you like the song called Colorway which tells about the feelings of a man who is unsure about the relationship he is in, you definitely know this singer: Novo Amor. Reportedly, this indie-rock and folk musician who was born on August 11 1991 will perform in Indonesia on March 2 2024. The Novo Amor concert will be held at the Basket Hall, Gelora Bung Karno (GBK).
Real name Ali Lacey, Novo Amor is known as a multi-instrument musician with a soft falsetto voice. In this series of world tours, Novo Amor will invite its fans to evoke feelings of nostalgia through melodious voices and soulful songs.
Diana Krall
If Parekraf friends like listening to jazz music, you are definitely very familiar with the name Diana Krall. This year, Diana Krall is scheduled to hold a solo concert in Indonesia on May 4 2024. The location is at JIExpo Theater, Kemayoran, Jakarta.
For your information, Diana Krall is a female jazz musician from Canada with a contralto voice type . This is what makes his voice sound very beautiful when singing while playing the piano. Thanks to her skill in singing and playing the piano, it is not surprising that Diana Krall has won the Grammy Awards twice.
IU
Good news for UENA (IU fans). On April 27-28 2024, South Korean musician and actress, IU, will return to her concert in Indonesia. IU’s presence to greet Indonesian fans this time is part of the ” 2024 IU HER World Tour Concert ” tour series which will start in early March 2024.
Held for two days at Hall 5-6 ICE BSD, South Tangerang, IU’s concert tour in Indonesia will be a cure for longing for UENA members. Remember, the last time IU held a world tour was in 2019 entitled ” Love, Poem ” at Tennis Indoor Senayan, Jakarta.
Niall Horan
Another foreign musician lining up to perform in Indonesia this year is Niall Horan. This former member of the boy group One Direction will hold a tour entitled ” The Show Live on Tour 2024 in Jakarta ” at Beach City International Stadium, Ancol, on May 11 2024.
The plan is that Niall Horan will perform all the songs from his three solo albums: Flicker (2017), Heartbreak Weather (2020), and The Show (2023). Carrying the concept of an intimate concert , don’t be surprised if Parekraf friends who watch live will feel a strong bond with Niall Horan directly.
Lamb of God
Last performing in Indonesia 9 years ago, now Indonesian Metalheads have to get ready to see the action of the legendary metal band from Virginia, United States: Lamb of God. The reason is, Lamb of God will be the main line up in the biggest metal music festival in Indonesia, Hammersonic 2024, which is planned to be held on 4-5 May 2024 at Carnaval Ancol Beach, North Jakarta.
Apart from Lamb of God, there are actually many rock musicians and bands that are in the line up for Hammersonic 2024. Some of them are Yngwie Malmsteen, Suicide Silence, Converge, and Misery Index.
So, have you got tickets to any music concerts, bro?