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1) The Upstairs - indonesian new-wave band
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2) The Upstairs - ukrainian pop-rock band
www.upstairs.com.ua
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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.
Radio
The Upstairs Lyrics
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(radio)
pagi segar mata mulai terbuka
(radio)
seiring gelas pertama
air dan gerak lantunan
sekujur badan
ku tlah terwakilkan
radio
radio woo oo oo
(er a de i o)
gelombang tertangkap telinga
menembus dinding bubarkan sedih yang datang
disela sesal manisnya yang telah terukir zaman
membangkitkan gelombang pikiran
radio
radio
radio woo oo oo
(er a de i o)
penuh kisah keseharian
(radio)
memutarkan lagu yang pas keadaan
(radio)
bila nanti terbang mendengar tepuk tangan
membuai jauh kita rela jalan
radio
radio
radio woo oo oo
(er a de i o)
radio
The Upstairs's song "Radio" is a nostalgic ode to the power of music and how it can uplift our mood and help us face the challenges of life. The song begins with the lyrics "gelombang tlah terpancarkan" which means "waves have been broadcast" and sets the tone for the rest of the song. The first verse talks about how we wake up to the freshness of the morning and the first thing we hear is the radio playing in the background. The sound of the radio is akin to the sound of water, and the vibrations of the music resonate throughout our bodies, making us feel alive and uplifted. The repetition of the word "radio" in the first verse is almost hypnotic, and it creates a sense of comfort and familiarity.
The second verse talks about how the radio can help us overcome sadness and regret. The sound of the music can break down walls and bring us to a place of happiness where we can forget about our troubles for a while. The lyrics "membangkitkan gelombang pikiran" which means "stimulate the waves of thought" refers to the power of music to inspire creativity and innovation. The last verse talks about how music can be a companion in our daily lives, and how it can make us feel less alone. The radio provides us with a constant stream of music that is tailored to our moods and needs, and it helps us cope with whatever life throws at us.
Overall, "Radio" is a simple, yet powerful song that celebrates the joy of music and how it can help us navigate through life's ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
gelombang tlah terpancarkan
The radio waves have been transmitted
pagi segar mata mulai terbuka
Fresh morning, eyes start to open
seiring gelas pertama
Along with the first glass
air dan gerak lantunan
Water and the rhythm of movement
sekujur badan
Body and soul
ku tlah terwakilkan
I am represented
radio
Radio
radio woo oo oo
Radio woo oo oo
gelombang tertangkap telinga
Waves caught by the ears
menembus dinding bubarkan sedih yang datang
Penetrate walls, dispel incoming sadness
disela sesal manisnya yang telah terukir zaman
In between the sweet regrets that time has engraved
membangkitkan gelombang pikiran
Stirring up waves of thoughts
penuh kisah keseharian
Full of everyday stories
memutarkan lagu yang pas keadaan
Playing songs that suit the situation
bila nanti terbang mendengar tepuk tangan
If later we fly and hear applause
membuai jauh kita rela jalan
Swinging us far away, we're willing to go
radio
Radio
radio woo oo oo
Radio woo oo oo
Contributed by Michael J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Awang Diandaru
Gelombang tlah terpancarkan
(Radio)
Pagi segar mata mulai terbuka
(Radio)
Seiring gelas pertama
Air dan gerak lantunan
Sekujur badan
Ku tlah terwakilkan
Radio
Radio
Radio woo oo oo
(Er a de i o)
Gelombang tertangkap telinga
Menembus dinding bubarkan sedih yang datang
Disela sesal manisnya yang telah terukir zaman
Membangkitkan gelombang pikiran
Radio
Radio
Radio woo oo oo
(Er a de i o)
Penuh kisah keseharian
(Radio)
Memutarkan lagu yang pas keadaan
(Radio)
Bila nanti terbang mendengar tepuk tangan
Membuai jauh kita rela jalan
Radio
Radio
Radio woo oo oo
(Er a de i o)
Radio
MrJasonDaniels
Great song and great video to go with it! Well done, guys!
Awang Diandaru
Gelombang tlah terpancarkan
(Radio)
Pagi segar mata mulai terbuka
(Radio)
Seiring gelas pertama
Air dan gerak lantunan
Sekujur badan
Ku tlah terwakilkan
Radio
Radio
Radio woo oo oo
(Er a de i o)
Gelombang tertangkap telinga
Menembus dinding bubarkan sedih yang datang
Disela sesal manisnya yang telah terukir zaman
Membangkitkan gelombang pikiran
Radio
Radio
Radio woo oo oo
(Er a de i o)
Penuh kisah keseharian
(Radio)
Memutarkan lagu yang pas keadaan
(Radio)
Bila nanti terbang mendengar tepuk tangan
Membuai jauh kita rela jalan
Radio
Radio
Radio woo oo oo
(Er a de i o)
Radio
IndieNesia
I love this video and the song.. we love The Upstairs.. proud to be Indonesia!
Anang Alfiansyah
Beruntung gue hidup di zaman 2000an bisa kenal banyak band band indie yg masih maen lewat pensi
Shiro neko
Totalitas dalam karya..
tri mariyanto
Lagu dan video yg dibuat di masa teknologi msh serba nggak gampang ... Segalanya mengandalkan totalitas meski minim fasilitas ... Yg penting gas
Anang Alfiansyah
Kaaaaangen nostalgia lagi
Kecoa Bunting
udah gue tebak dari pertama kali gue denger lagu ini.. pasti diluncurkan juga video klipnya! hahaha mantap! jimmy cool! :D
Desy ArSarri
Jimi gua suka gaya loe keren abiz...
THE HUDD
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