Ungu

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title: "Ungu" type: doc version: 1 created: 2026-02-28 author: "Wikipedia contributors" status: active scope: public tags: ["1996-establishments-in-indonesia", "anugerah-musik-indonesia-winners", "indonesian-pop-rock-music-groups", "musical-groups-established-in-1996"] description: "Indonesian rock band" topic_path: "arts" source: "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ungu" license: "CC BY-SA 4.0" wikipedia_page_id: 0 wikipedia_revision_id: 0

::summary Indonesian rock band ::

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Field	Value
name	Ungu
background	group_or_band
origin	Jakarta, Indonesia
genre	{{flatlist
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years_active	1996–present
label	{{plainlist
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current_members	{{plainlist
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| name = Ungu | background = group_or_band | origin = Jakarta, Indonesia | genre = {{flatlist|

• Alternative rock
• pop rock
• pop | years_active = 1996–present | label = {{plainlist |
• Sony BMG Music Entertainment
• Sony Music Entertainment Indonesia
• Universal Music Indonesia
• Warner Music Indonesia (1999–2001)
• Hemaswara Record / Musica Studios (2002–2005)
• Trinity Optima Production (2005–present) | website =
  | current_members = {{plainlist|
• Sigit Purnomo Said
• Franco w.m. Kusumah
• Arlonsy Miraldi
• Makki
• Muh. Nur Rowman | past_members = {{plainlist|
• Mikel Pattiradjawane
• Franky Hediakto
• Bambang Ari Nugroho
• Gatot Kies
• Pasha A. Firmansyah
• Richard Jerome

Ungu ( 'Purple') is an Indonesian rock band formed in Jakarta in 1996. Its previous names were Glasses (1992-1995) and Glover (1995-1996). The group comprises vocalist Pasha, guitarists Enda and Onci, bassist Makki, and drummer Rowman.

Ungu is known for their hit singles, such as "Demi Waktu", "Tercipta Untukku", "Andai Ku Tahu", and "Kekasih Gelapku".

Ungu gained mainstream popularity in Malaysia around 2006 with the release of their single "Demi Waktu". followed by their third album Melayang (2006).

In February 2016, Pasha was elected as Deputy Mayor of Palu, Central Sulawesi. However, Pasha is still a member of the band. The vocalist position is taken by both Enda and Onci while Pasha serves as Deputy Mayor.

History

Formation and early years (1995–1999)

Before becoming Ungu, the initial formation of Glover consisted of guitarist Ekky, bassist Herry, drummer Pasha Akbar Firmasnyah and vocalist Ariyo Wahab. In 1996 Ariyo Wahab and Herry Surya left the band to be replaced by Michael Pattiradjawane and Makki Parikesit. The reason the name Glover is changed to Ungu. In 1997 Pasha Akbar also left the band to be replaced by Bambang Ari Nugroho. In 1998 Bambang Ari Nugroho also left the band to be replaced by Richard Jerome. In 1999 Pasha and Getz joined forces. Pasha entered to replace Michael, then in 2001 Enda and Rowman joined, Rowman replaced Richard.

''Laguku'' (2000–2002)

In 2000, Ungu focused efforts on their debut album. Ungu has also released "Hasrat" and "Bunga" for a compilation album, Klik.

Ungu released their first full-length album, Laguku on July 6, 2002. Their first single "Bayang Semu" was used for a soundtrack in ABG (RCTI). Even though the album was considered success, it reached Platinum Award after two years of its release date.

''Tempat Terindah'' (2002–2005)

Just before starting the new album, Ekky decided to leave the band in 2003. His position was replaced by Onci who had just left Funky Kopral.

Ungu released its second album Tempat Terindah in December 2003. The album spawned a hit single "Karena Dia Kamu" and "Suara Hati". The album sold 150,000 copies.

Ungu has also collaborated with Chrisye in his 2004 album, Senyawa.

''Melayang'' (2005–2007)

Ungu successfully recorded new materials for their next album in 2005 and released their next album Melayang in December 2005 in Indonesia alone.

This new album had put Ungu into the spotlight with their hit single "Demi Waktu". The single received massive airplay in both Indonesia and Malaysia which causes 4 record labels in Malaysia to own Ungu's copyright to distribute the album in Malaysia. Malaysian's Suria Records who owns Siti Nurhaliza, won the copyright. The album received good reviews from both Malaysian and Indonesian critics. With the successful airplay from another hits likes Seperti Yang Dulu, Tercipta Untukku, Sejauh Mungkin, and Aku Bukan Pilihan Hatimu, this album received a double platinum certification.

Other albums and activity (2005–present)

Ungu released a mini album, SurgaMu to celebrate Ramadhan in December 2006. 150,000 copies sold in 15 days. The album received an inspiring recognition from Yusuf Kalla but the band didn't receive it as the band's appearance in Presidential Palace, didn't follow the correct procession protocol.

In 2006, Ungu was nominated for Most Favorite Band/Duo in 2006 MTV Indonesia Awards, Best Video Director "Demi Waktu" Abimael Gandy and Video of the Year "Demi Waktu".

In 2012, Ungu released a compilation album, Timeless. The album was only sold at KFC outlets in Indonesia, and has sold 500.000 in two month. The album compiled top hit singles and four new songs, "Apa Sih Maumu", "Kau Anggap Apa", "Sayang" and "Puing Kenangan". Ungu also includes musicians who merged their albums sold in KFC stores like Cinta Laura, Indah Dewi Pertiwi, Noah, Agnes Monica, SM*SH, T.R.I.A.D, Rossa, Slank, Last Child, Ello, Sammy Simorangkir and Armada.

In 2015, Ungu launched an album called Mozaik. Released on March 18, 2015. This album featuring 2 singles is "Terbaik" and "Aku Tahu". This album feels different from their previous albums, because this album has various musical genres in each song. This album is only sold in all KFC outlets in Indonesia. On July 7, 2015, the Mozaik album received a multiplatinum award for selling more than 200 thousand copies.

In 2015, main vocalist Pasha announced that he will become a candidate to being a Vice Major of Palu in the 2015 simultaneous regional head election alongside major candidate Hidayat. They currently have the most votes.

Case

Riots on concerts

During a concert in Mojokerto, East Java, on March 30, 2006, dozens of female fans fainted. Nine months later, on December 19, 2006, the concert "Popcoholic with Purple" at Widya Mandala Krida Stadium, Kedungwuni, Pekalongan ended in riots that resulted in 10 deaths and six others seriously injured because of being trampled and lack of oxygen when tens of thousands crowded out after watching their concert.

Band members

;Current members

• Makki Omar Parikesit — bass guitar, occasional backing vocals (1996–present)
• M. Nur "Rowman" Rohman — drums, occasional backing vocals (2001–present)
• Sigit Purnomo Syamsuddin "Pasha" Said — lead vocals (1999–present) inactive (2016-2021)
• Franco "Enda" Medjaya — guitar (2001–present), vocals{{efn|name="Vocals"|group=lower-alpha| Enda and Onci fill Pasha's position as vocalists for a while since he served as Deputy Mayor.}} (2016–present)
• Arlonsy "Onci" Miraldi — guitar (2003–present), vocals (2016–present) ; Additional Members
• Gatot "Gatz" Kies - keyboards piano, backing vocals ;Former members
• Pasha Akbar Firmansyah — drums (1996–1997)
• Michael Pattiradjawane — vocals (1996–1999)
• Gatot "Gatz" Kies — keyboards (1999–2002; died 2025)
• Bambang Ari "Yongky" Nugroho — drums (1997–1998)
• Richard "Icad" Jerome — drums (1998–2001)
• Franky "Ekky" Hediakso — guitar (1996–2002)

Discography

Studio albums

::data[format=table] | Title | Album details | Laguku (My Songs) | Tempat Terindah (Most Beautiful Place) | Melayang (Floating) | Untukmu Selamanya (Forever For You) | Penguasa Hati (Ruler of the Heart) | 1000 Kisah Satu Hati (1000 Stories One Heart) | Mozaik (Mosaic) | Ungu (Purple) | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | ::

Extended plays

::data[format=table] | Title | EP details | SurgaMu (Your Heaven) | Para Pencari Mu (Your Seekers) | Aku dan Tuhanku (Me and My God) | |---|---|---|---|---| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | ::

Awards and nominations

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Year	Award	Category	Work/Nominee	Result	Ref.	2006	2006	2007	2007	2007	2007	2008	2008	2009	2009	2009	2010	2010	2011	2011	2011	2012	2012	2013	2015
MTV Indonesia Awards	Most Favorite Group/Band/Duo	"Demi Waktu"
MTV Indonesia Awards	Video of the Year	"Demi Waktu"
Music Planet Awards	Best Song	"Demi Waktu"
Music Planet Awards	Most Popular Song	"Demi Waktu"
Music Planet Awards	Best Duo/Group	"Melayang"
Music Planet Awards	Most Popular Group	Ungu
Indonesian Music Awards	Best Pop Album	SurgaMu
Indonesian Music Awards	Best Pop Duo/Group	"Kekasih Gelapku"
Indonesian Music Awards	RBT Awards	"Dengan NafasMu"
Music Planet Awards	Favourite Indonesian Artist	Ungu
Music Planet Awards	Most Popular Regional Artist	Ungu
Indonesian Music Awards	Best Soundtrack	"Cinta Gila"
Indonesia Kids' Choice Awards	Favorite Band	Ungu
Indonesian Music Awards	Best Pop Duo/Group	"Do'a Untuk Ibu"
Indonesian Music Awards	Best Pop Album	1000 Kisah Satu Hati
Indonesian Music Awards	Best of the Best Album	1000 Kisah Satu Hati
Music Industry Awards	Best Malay Song Performed by a Foreign Artist
Indonesia Kids' Choice Awards	Favorite Band	Ungu
Indonesia Kids' Choice Awards	Favorite Band	Ungu
Indonesian Music Awards	Best Speaking Region Production Work	"Baku Jaga"
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Notes

References

References

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18. (May 9, 2012). "Ungu Jualan Album 'Timeless' di Gerai KFC".
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