Syahravi Rejects Ethics Allegations, Files Counter-Complaint Against Fariz RM With Police

Legal Battle Over “Diantara Kata” Sparks Debate on Artist Rights Indonesian singer Syahravi has initiated legal action against veteran musician Fariz RM, alleging defamation over a dispute involving the song “Diantara Kata.” The case highlights growing tensions in the music industry over copyright, artistic collaboration, and reputational damage. According to Syahravi’s attorney Elza Syarief, the … Read more

Songwriters Protest at Ministry of Law and Human Rights

Indonesia’s music creators are protesting a 2025 LMKN policy that shifted royalty collection powers from the Lembaga Manajemen Kolektif (LMK)—the body mandated by Law No. 28/2014—to the Lembaga Manajemen Kolektif Nasional (LMKN). The move has left hundreds of songwriters and musicians without royalties, with groups like Garputala and AKSI warning of an industry collapse if … Read more