Background

Bondan Prakoso is an Indonesian reggae musician and songwriter who has been making music since the early 2000s. Born Bondan Winarno in 1983, he studied at the Institute of Technology Bandung and began his musical career as a member of the band Fade 2 Black, which had a number of major hits in Indonesia. After leaving Fade 2 Black, he formed the band The Groove with fellow musician Erick Sihotang. The band released two albums before disbanding in 2008. Bondan then began his solo career, releasing his debut album in 2009.

Collaborations

Bondan has also collaborated with a number of other artists. He has worked with fellow Indonesian artists such as Kompeni, J-Rocks, and Pee Wee Gaskins. He has also appeared on tracks by international artists such as Matisyahu, Afrojack, and Matoma. His collaborations have been well-received both in Indonesia and abroad.

Solo Career

Bondan has released six solo albums since 2009. His debut album was called “Generasi Biru” (Blue Generation), and it was followed by “Warung Kopi” (Coffee Shop) in 2010, “Reborn” in 2012, “Reggae Do It Now” in 2013, “Stay On The Move” in 2016, and “Good Vibes Only” in 2018. All of these albums were well-received by critics and fans alike, with many praising Bondan's unique blend of reggae, hip-hop, and ska influences. In addition to his solo work, Bondan has also released numerous singles that have become popular hits in Indonesia.

Awards & Recognition

Bondan's work has won him numerous awards and recognition. He has been nominated for several awards at Indonesia's annual MTV Music Awards, including Best Reggae Album (2012), Best Reggae Artist (2013), Best Reggae Song (2014), and Best Reggae Collaboration (2015). In addition to this recognition, Bondan has also been honored by MTV for his humanitarian work. In 2014 he was awarded the MTV Asia Humanitarian Award for his work with the charity organization Jalin Meriah Indonesia.