The transcript involves an interview with members of the band Gigi.
Key members present: Arman, Hendy, and others.
Discussed their background, formation, and experiences.
Early Days and Formation
Initial Struggles and Background:
The interviewees share their early experiences hosting concerts during challenging conditions, including preman fights at venues and technical failures.
Formation and Initial Meetings:
They reminisced about the early days, including lineup changes and key moments that shaped the band Gigi.
Band Members and Line-Up Changes
Formation Timeline:
Discussed the joining of different members such as Arman and Hendy.
Role of Members:
Detailed changes in the lineup from Baron, Ronald, Budi, and Opet, and the impact on the band's sound and performance.
Reasons for Leaving:
Baron left for school in America.
Thomas had drug issues (Putau) and decided to leave for the band’s health.
Ronald left due to lack of musical tandem.
Memorable Performances and Challenges
Notable Incidents:
They recall several memorable and challenging performances, including a concert in Tulung Agung where they encountered a fight among preman, causing chaos.
Thomas collapsing on stage due to drug influence was notable, requiring Opet to fill in abruptly.
Technical Challenges:
Issues with sequencers and metronomes which sometimes malfunctioned leading to sudden manual play by the band.
Unique Concerts:
Discussed performing 360-degree shows which are physically demanding.
Handling Criticism and Band Dynamics
Criticism Management:
They share light-heartedly about dealing with criticisms and misunderstandings among band members.
Band Dynamics:
Insight into how they maintain the band’s dynamics and the management shift after Baron’s passing.
Hendy currently manages Gigi alongside playing the drums.
Concert Preparations and Practices
Rehearsals and Arangements:
Detailed rehearsal schedules and practices for complex arrangements.
Improvisation:
Band has a culture of adapting quickly to on-stage incidents and making use of improvisation during performances.
Upcoming Events and Announcements
Upcoming 30th Anniversary Concert:
Scheduled for August 24 at Istora Senayan.
Title: Gigi Infinity.
Promises a comprehensive performance with 30+ songs and several guest artists.
Discussions on challenge of maintaining rehearsal schedules and sync for a big concert.
Fun Anecdotes and Band Lore
Funny Incidents:
Shared stories about Alam’s mishaps during concerts and funny moments they had as a band.
Band Name Origin:
The name ‘Gigi’ was chosen spontaneously following a humorous incident where Dewa Bujana noticed Ronald’s gapped teeth.
Summary
The interview provides deep insights into Gigi's history, band member dynamics, challenges they have overcome, and upcoming plans.