Padi (band)
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | April 8, 1997 in Surabaya, Indonesia |
| Headquarters | Surabaya , Indonesia |
| Products | Music albums |
| Website | www |
Padi—the Indonesian term for Oryza sativa—is a rock ensemble from Indonesia that came together in 1996, originally under the name Soda. The band officially took on the name Padi on April 8, 1997, while its members were university students at Airlangga University in Surabaya, Indonesia. The group consists of Satrio Yudi Wahono ("Piyu") handling lead guitar and backing vocals, Andi Fadly Arifuddin as the main vocalist, Ari Tri Sosianto on guitar and backing vocals, Rindra Risyanto Noor playing bass, and Surendro Prasetyo ("Yoyo") on drums.
Their sophomore album, Sesuatu Yang Tertunda (2001), became one of Indonesia's top-selling domestic records, moving close to 2 million units, including an impressive 450,000 copies within the initial fortnight. By 2012, Padi's cumulative album sales in Indonesia reached approximately 4 million.
In 2007, Rolling Stone Indonesia included two of their albums in the list of the "150 Greatest Indonesian Albums of All Time": placing Sesuatu Yang Tertunda at number 55 and Save My Soul at number 110. Furthermore, the magazine featured two tracks from their debut record Lain Dunia (1999)—"Mahadewi" at #87 and "Sobat" at #109—in their "150 Greatest Indonesian Songs of All Time."
Formation and early years
The band was established on April 8, 1997, by five students attending Airlangga University in Surabaya. Initially operating under the name 'Soda', they later adopted 'Padi' to reflect values of humility and abundance. Beginning with performances on modest platforms, they eventually secured a recording agreement with Sony Music.
Lain Dunia
Their first album, Lain Dunia, debuted in August 1999 and showcased intricate musical arrangements featuring two separate guitars per phrase. Supported by popular tracks such as "Sudahlah", "Seperti Kekasihku", "Begitu Indah", and "Mahadewi", the album achieved platinum certification by April 2000 and reached quadruple platinum by 2001 with sales totaling 800,000 copies. In late 2007, Rolling Stone Indonesia honored "Mahadewi" (#87) and "Sobat" (#109) among the "150 Greatest Indonesian Songs of All Time."
Sesuatu Yang Tertunda
Their second studio effort, Sesuatu Yang Tertunda, released on July 2, 2001, delivered several chart-topping singles including "Bayangkanlah", "Seandainya Bisa Memilih", and "Kasih Tak Sampai". The album sold nearly 2 million copies nationwide, with a remarkable 450,000 sold within just two weeks. It garnered four accolades at the 2001 Anugerah Music Indonesia (AMI), including Best Album, while also winning Best Album and Best Group honors at Malaysia’s Muzik Industry Award. Additionally, Padi earned the Favorite Artist Indonesia title at the 2002 MTV Asia Awards. Rolling Stone Indonesia ranked this album #55 in their list of the "150 Greatest Indonesian Albums of All Time."
Save My Soul
Released on June 18, 2003, Padi’s third album Save My Soul marked a stylistic shift toward darker themes accompanied by heavier soundscapes. Although sales were lower at around 800,000 copies, it received widespread acclaim from both fans and critics. The album was placed at #110 on Rolling Stone Indonesia's "150 Greatest Indonesian Albums of All Time." It secured four awards at the 2003 AMI Awards—including Best Song and Best Music Video for "Hitam"—as well as two honors at the 2004 Anugerah Planet Muzik: Best Duo/Group and Best Album. Prominent singles featured on this release include "Hitam", "Rapuh", and "Patah".
Tak Hanya Diam
Tak Hanya Diam represents the fifth studio album by Padi, officially released on November 16, 2007. The album's debut was unique, marked by a live concert held aboard the KRI Teluk Mandar 514 as it cruised through Jakarta Bay on November 12, 2007. Alongside this release, the band unveiled a refreshed logo design. Among the tracks, notable singles include "Sang Penghibur" and "Harmony."
Studio albums
| Title | Album details | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Lain Dunia |
|
Over 800,000 copies |
| Sesuatu yang Tertunda |
|
2 million copies |
| Save My Soul |
|
Exceeded 800,000 copies |
| Padi |
|
Not available |
| Tak Hanya Diam |
|
Not available |
| Indera Keenam |
|
Not available |
Compilation
- The Singles (2011)