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1) The Upstairs - indonesian new-wave band
http://www.myspace.com/theupstairs1
https://twitter.com/#!/theupstairs3
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2) The Upstairs - ukrainian pop-rock band
www.upstairs.com.ua
http://vkontakte.ru/club2051163

1) The lead singer and driving force behind The Upstairs Jimi Multhazam is a charismatic cat. Hes been captivating audiences with his on-stage theatrics and electric energy, mimicking 70s punk rock legend Iggy Pop as he prances around the stage wearing white sunglasses and extra-tight black & white striped pants sporting a Mick Jagger hairdo.

Seeing the band kitted out in their chinos, spangly shirts and, pop art prints and white sneakers, you could hardly miss their retro credentials. Says Jimi, when the group was formed back in October 2001 we were heavily influenced by overseas bands like A Flock of Seagulls, Joy Division, and Depeche Mode, but we like to complement the synthesizers with heavy guitar lines.

The Upstairs beginnings were DIY in the truest sense. They produced and distributed their first EP, Antahberantah, in 2002 by themselves and simply through word of mouth and audiencde reaction it, sold like hot cakes. Known for their free form style of lyricism, eschewing rhyming, the band members include Kubil Idris (guitar), Beni (drums), Alfi Chaniago (bass & keyboard), Elta (keyboard & synths) and Dian (backing vocals).

On Valentines Day in 2004 the band released their CD debut Matraman (also their second studio recording). At the launch party at the famous BBs Club Jakarta, 100 CDs sold out in just two hours. Their moment of glory finally came on the 19th September 2005 when they sealed a contract with Warner Music Indonesia and gave birth to their first major label album Energy with the lethal Disko Darurat (Emergency Disco) on its track list. Theres a certain symmetry to such a pioneering band supporting one of the men who made dance music what it is today.

2) The idea of creating a pop rock band belongs to Olga Chernova. Olga (vocals, guitar) wrote a couple of songs and became obsessed with a dream of arranging and playing them with like-minded musicians. Being determined and devoted to music she started searching for musicians in February 2007. By April Oleg Rudnev (rhythm and solo guitar), Vladimir Ponikarovskiy (drummer) and Kirill Prosandeyev (bass player) joined Olga.
Since June 2007 The Upstairs have played a dozen of concerts in Kharkiv clubs (Churchill’s music pub, Agata, Fort). A song with an ethnic touch “Heart dance” was performed along with a tribal-fussion dancer on the concert dedicated to the band’s birthday. In July 2008 they took part in Ukrainian music festival “Pyat ozyor” along with such outstanding Ukrainian bands as Lyuk and Chayka. They received a great review in a local newspaper “Noviy den”.
In August 2008 bass player Kirill was replaced by Ivan Selyodkin and drummer Vladimir was replaced by Andrey Panasyuk. After those replacements rhythm section became more professional.
The Upstairs are being told their music reminds people of Sheryl Crow, Tori Amos and The Cardigans, some songs remind of Avril Lavigne, others – of Portishead.
The Upstairs have just recorded an EP album named “Give it a Go” which includes 8 tracks. Since October 2008 songs “Sorry” and “Just looking back” have got into radio rotation of “Novaya Volna” and M fm (Kharkiv radio stations).
The Upstairs are planning a tour to present their first album in April-May 2009.

Berbangga Sejenak
The Upstairs Lyrics

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Murung wajah jelita
di meriah suasana
Tiada larutkan rasa
ke dalam canda dan tawa

Semua gelap terasa di wajah
Tercipta dari benakmu belaka
Sendiri, bergema

Ku hanya sekedar
ingin membuatmu berbangga
Ku hanya sekedar
ingin membuatmu berbangga
sejenak

Perkenalkan kawanku
Alison, Martin dan Basman
Biasa kumpul di taman
berbagi cerita langka

Tak guna kau bebani dalam pikiran
Kalimat demi kalimat terlantar
Nikmati, tertawa

Ku hanya sekedar
ingin membuatmu berbangga
Ku hanya sekedar

ingin membuatmu berbangga
sejenak

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song Berbangga Sejenak by The Upstairs describe a scene where a beautiful woman with a sad face is surrounded by a festive atmosphere, yet cannot find any joy or laughter. She feels alone and in darkness, which is all created by her own mind. Meanwhile, the singer tries to make her feel proud, even just for a short moment, by introducing her to his friends and sharing rare stories with her. He urges her to let go of her burdens and enjoy the moment.

The song is a reminder that sometimes we create our own darkness and carry unnecessary burdens, but it's important to take a step back and appreciate the present moment. The singer hopes to provide some joy and pride to the woman, even if it's just temporary, and encourages her to let go of her worries and enjoy the company of others.

Overall, the lyrics of Berbangga Sejenak reflect the themes of loneliness, self-worth, and the importance of living in the present moment.

Line by Line Meaning

Murung wajah jelita
Despite the gloomy expression on your pretty face

di meriah suasana
amidst a lively atmosphere

Tiada larutkan rasa
You can't hide your emotions

ke dalam canda dan tawa
in the midst of laughter and joy

Semua gelap terasa di wajah
Everything seems dark and gloomy on your face

Tercipta dari benakmu belaka
It's all in your mind

Sendiri, bergema
Echoing alone

Ku hanya sekedar ingin membuatmu berbangga
I just want to make you proud

Ku hanya sekedar ingin membuatmu berbangga sejenak
I just want to make you proud for a moment

Perkenalkan kawanku
Let me introduce you to my friends