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Young Indonesians toast Britpop scene with singalongs, swagger

The Weekenders Service Crew hosts Britpop parties in Java, Indonesia, attracting 800 fans with a mix of British music and culture, according to co-founder Abraham Vieniel.
The collective promotes unity through music, as seen in a warehouse where fans from rival football clubs enjoy British songs and football chants together.
Music experts highlight the appeal of British culture in Indonesia, linking it to historical ties from Dutch colonial cities and noting its role for disenfranchised youth amid recent protests.
Events are designed to create a comfortable and fun space, fostering inclusivity and providing an escape from daily challenges, according to co-founder Abraham Vieniel and ethnomusicologist Aris Setyawan.

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Young Indonesians toast Britpop scene with singalongs, swagger

At a smoke-filled warehouse in the Indonesian capital Jakarta, hundreds of young men and women, some clad in hijabs, throw their arms in the air, bouncing to British songs from the 1990s.

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