Massada's "Pusaka" Gatefold 12" Vinyl LP Album, released in 1980, showcases the Dutch/Moluccan band's musical prowess. Highlighted by the hit track "Sajang É", the album also features guest singers from "Rainbow Train". "Pusaka", a term of Indonesian origin, translates to "heirloom" or "heritage", reflecting the band's diverse cultural influences and their commitment to preserving and sharing their musical legacy. This web-page has hi-res photos of the album covers, record label and a detailed description.
The album: "MASSADA - Pusaka" was produced by: Massada for Kendari Records and Johnny Manuhutu
Sound/Recording Engineer(s), co-production: Jay Denson
This album was recorded at: B.M.I. Studios
Album cover design: J. Ririmasse
Latin rock genre, with elements of jazz, funk, and Caribbean music
Kendari KDR 21020 KL
Gatefold Cover aka Fold Open Cover
Record Format: 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram
1980 Netherlands
Eppy Manuhutu is a musician who is best known as the drummer for the Dutch-Indonesian fusion band Massada. The band Massada was formed in the 1970s and became a prominent band in the world music scene, blending various musical styles, including rock, jazz, funk, and Indonesian influences.
Eppy Manuhutu's drumming skills played a significant role in shaping Massada's unique sound. His rhythmic contributions, along with the band's use of traditional Indonesian instruments and melodies, created a distinctive fusion that appealed to a broad audience.
The band Massada released several albums during their career, with some of their most notable works including titles like "Astaganaga" and "Pukul Tifa." These albums often featured intricate percussion work by Eppy Manuhutu, adding depth and complexity to the band's music.
While Eppy Manuhutu may not be as widely recognized as some other drummers in the music industry, his contributions to Massada's music helped establish the band's signature sound and left a lasting impact on fans of world fusion music.
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Note: The photos on this page are taken from albums in my personal collection. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. Images can be zoomed in/out ( eg pinch with your fingers on a tablet or smartphone ).
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