AFTER releasing the single Don’t Lupa Pulang, in early October 2024, the legendary band Potret released an album entitled Potret Live at Aquarius Studio under the auspices of the Aquarius Musikindo label.
The Live at Aquarius Studio program features live performances from Indonesian musicians with arrangements that are unique and different from the original version.
This time it was Potret’s turn to present nine of their hit songs such as Salah, Diam, Maybe, Mak Comblang, Terbujuk, I Just Wanna Say ILU, Like Langit, Not Surely, Bunda and of course their newest song, Don’t Forget to Go Home.
Potret, whose members are Melly Goeslaw, Anto Hoed, Aksan Sjuman, Nikita Dompas, and Mery Kasiman, seemed to really enjoy the ambiance created when their ten songs were played, recorded live and organically in the studio.
The band, which has accompanied Indonesian music for 30 years, said that they gave a new touch to the concept of musical arrangements played for Live at Aquarius Studio.
“The overall composition of the arrangement is woodwind, specifically a quartet sound, but the instrumentation we use is unusual. “We use violin, cello, clarinet, flute and saxophone, but no bassoon and oboe,” said Potret in an official statement.
Furthermore, Potret revealed that the opportunity to perform at Live at Aquarius Studio gave them the freedom to make arrangements to produce music that was creative and different from Potret’s previous music.
It is recorded that throughout their career, Potret has recorded five studio albums (POTRET, PORTRAIT II, Café, positive+POSITIVE, I Just Wanna Say ILU); two compilation albums (From Dawn to Beyond: The Best of PORTRAIT, The Very Best of PORTRAIT #1996-2008 (Remastered 2023), one EP (Nana Nana) and four singles (Posesif, Friendzone No More, Argantara (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack and Don’t Forget to Go Home (Live at Aquarius Studio) for Indonesian music fans.
Potret hopes that the album Potret Live at Aquarius Studio will be well received by listeners, and can provide a ‘nostalgic feeling’ that is different from the music they usually present. (Z-1)
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**Interview with Melly Goeslaw from Potret about the release of “Potret Live At Aquarius Studio”**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Melly! Congratulations on the release of your new live album, “Potret Live At Aquarius Studio.” Can you share what inspired you to create this live recording?
**Melly Goeslaw:** Thank you! We really wanted to capture the energy of our live performances in a way that felt authentic and raw. The Aquarius Studio has a unique ambiance, which allows us to connect deeply with our music and our audience. We believe that live performances add a layer of emotion that studio recordings sometimes miss.
**Editor:** That sounds wonderful! The album features nine of your hit songs, along with your latest single, “Don’t Lupa Pulang.” How did you choose which songs to include in this live set?
**Melly Goeslaw:** We chose songs that we felt resonate the most with our fans and that showcase the evolution of our music over the years. Each song has its own story, and we wanted to bring them to life with new arrangements that are fresh and exciting. The audience can expect a blend of nostalgia and innovation!
**Editor:** It’s great to hear that! Can you tell us more about the unique arrangements you mentioned? How do they differ from the original versions?
**Melly Goeslaw:** Each song is reinterpreted to give it a new flavor. For example, we add different instrumentation or change the tempo to create a different emotional experience. It’s about reimagining our music while remaining true to its essence. It’s exciting to see how our fans react to these new renditions.
**Editor:** Live music has a special magic about it. What was your favorite moment during the recording at Aquarius Studio?
**Melly Goeslaw:** Definitely the moment we performed “Bunda.” There’s something incredibly moving about that song, and singing it live in that space with the audience felt like a beautiful tribute to all our moms. The energy in the room was palpable!
**Editor:** That sounds truly special. Lastly, what do you hope listeners take away from “Potret Live At Aquarius Studio”?
**Melly Goeslaw:** I hope they feel the connection and love we poured into this album. Music is all about sharing emotions and stories, and I want our listeners to experience that joy and nostalgia while also feeling something new. We are so grateful for our fans’ support!
**Editor:** Thank you, Melly, for your insights and for sharing your passion for music with us. We look forward to hearing the album!
**Melly Goeslaw:** Thank you! We can’t wait for everyone to experience it!
