Though the band has always been active in the indie music scene, in 2004 they signed a contract with Sony-BMG, a major label. Navicula released their 4th album, Alkemis, with Sony-BMG. But, in 2007 they released their 5th album, Beautiful Rebel, independently and returned to following their ideals through the indie music scene. In 2009 Navicula released a 6th album “Salto”, and they are now working on their 7th full-length studio album (release date still to be announced). Navicula is based in Bali, but continue to keep up a national profile.
Navicula’s music is strongly influenced by alternative 90’s rock, especially grunge rock/Seattle sound, through bands such as Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, and Nirvana. But what makes their music so unique is their condition of beginning in the melting pot of modern Bali and having the opportunity to mold their creativity out of contrasts so extreme. From the spiritual mountains of Bali’s ancient kingdoms, to passion driven international artists who have come to find inspiration in Bali, and the raw punk rockers of down-town Kuta, this band finds their own taste through it all, the taste of ‘golden green grunge’, the taste of Navicula.
Navicula “the Green Grunge Gentlemen”
Navicula are known as “the Green Grunge Gentlemen”. Since the formation of the band back in the 90’s, environmental and social issues have been a consistent theme in Navicula’s music. Living in Bali, the band often finds inspiration in nature, and seeing the environmental changes happening in Bali and the world, this inspires many of the topics of their songs.
Navicula continues to support social and environmental campaigns in Indonesia and around the world. Following are some of their most recent Social/Eco-Actions:
2010: Navicula was chosen as official spokesperson for Live Earth Bali 2010. Live Earth is an International Organization founded by Emmy-winning producer Kevin Wall, in partnership with former U.S. Vice President Al Gore. Live Earth seeks to leverage the power of entertainment through integrated events, media and the live experience to ignite a global movement aimed at solving the most critical environmental issues of our time.
2009: Navicula contributed the song “Mafia Medis” to Prita Muliyasari’s fight for medical justice and freedom of speech. The song was offered for free download on the band’s website, encouraging fans to listen to the song for free and then as payment donate directly to Prita’s cause (Koin untuk Prita).
2008: Navicula was featured on a national compilation album founded by LIPI to raise Disaster Awareness. Robi (vocalist of Navicula) along with Pepeng (drummer of Jakarta band Naif) we’re chosen as the spokespersons of the program and participated in giving trainings to communities in disaster prone areas of Indonesia, including Irian Jaya, Yogyakarta, and Bali.
2007 Navicula was awarded Environmental Ambassadors of Bali by the local government.
Navicula also is active as a performer, supporter, speaker, producer, as well as event organizer for many fundraisers, educational and art campaigns, social work, and sub-culture events.
Menghitung Mundur
Navicula Lyrics
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Pejamkan mata fisikalmu
Tapi buka hatimu Saat ku hitung mundur
Saat zero, yang ada, cahaya incognito
Anesthesia indria
Saat ku hitung mundur
Buka – Mata – Hatimu
Saat ku hitung mundur
Bukan jazad, tapi jiwa Saat ku hitung mundur
Hormatilah iblismu, Kau lahir bersamanya
Dengar dia bicara
Saat ku hitung mundur
The song Menghitung Mundur by Navicula is a meditation on finding one's true self by closing physical eyes and opening the heart. The song begins with a call to the listener to close their physical eyes but open their heart as the countdown begins. When the countdown reaches zero, all that remains is incognito light and sensory anesthesia. The next line encourages the listener to open their eyes and heart and find out who they truly are. The song goes on to suggest that finding one's true self is not about the physical body but the soul. The soul is the true essence of a person, not the physical body.
The lyrics then urge the listener to honour their inner demon or dark side. The dark side exists in everyone because it is part of who we are. Finally, the song advises the listener to listen to their inner voice during the countdown, suggesting a journey of self-discovery that is both spiritual and psychological.
Overall, the song is a call to connect with one's true self, look beyond the physical body, and acknowledge the dark side that exists in everyone.
Line by Line Meaning
Halo kawan,
Hello friend,
Pejamkan mata fisikalmu
Close your physical eyes
Tapi buka hatimu
But open your heart
Saat ku hitung mundur
As I count down
Saat zero, yang ada, cahaya incognito
When zero comes, there is incognito light
Anesthesia indria
Anesthetize the senses
Buka – Mata – Hatimu
Open your eyes, your mind, and your heart
Cari tahu siapa Dirimu sebenarnya
Find out who you truly are
Bukan jazad, tapi jiwa
Not your body, but your soul
Saat ku hitung mundur
As I count down
Hormatilah iblismu, Kau lahir bersamanya
Respect your devil, you were born with him
Dengar dia bicara
Listen to him speak
Saat ku hitung mundur
As I count down
Contributed by Annabelle L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jake the Mdog
Wow, this is probaly the grunge bands of the year 2010! It sounds very awesome!
TheDeadCenterlive
This song gives me some Soundgarden - Badmotorfinger vibes. The front man kinda gives me Cornell vibes too at times. Great song!
Blangkonan1993
🇮🇩 # ( Hijau memerdekakan kemajuan musik underground) # 🇮🇩
Andre A
mantaaaap... stay Rockin guys
Wibi Pangestu Pratama
Om Dadang belum gimbal!
Semoga selalu lantang suara kalian!
LDROSEN
great video, very grungy !
Eugene Paul
best song from Indo
Ferdy
Navicula is the best....save Borneo
Giovanni Rahmadeva
justru spiritualis sekali, mas :)
Cluelesscheese1
yeah plus the lead singer and guitar especially have great hair!