Reimagining Chaseiro: Candra Darusman, Nikita Dompas & Detik Waktu Quartet Feat. Adira Kania

Candra Darusman, an icon of Indonesian pop-jazz and founder of the legendary 70s vocal group Chaseiro, remains one of the country's most revered tunesmiths. Nikita Dompas, a premier jazz guitarist, arranger, and festival curator, is celebrated for modernizing classic sounds with sophisticated contemporary flair. Together with the Detik Waktu Quartet—a sharp instrumental ensemble dedicated to preserving Darusman's rich musical legacy—and the rising, soulful vocals of Adira Kania, they form a multi-generational powerhouse.

For the Java Jazz Festival 2026 at NICE PIK2, this brilliant collective is bringing their special retrospective project, "Reimagining Chaseiro," to the stage on opening day, Friday, May 29. This performance will weaponize sleek, modern jazz arrangements against Chaseiro's timeless 70s nostalgia, transforming vintage acoustic vocal melodies into a sophisticated, future-forward audio experience. By bridging decades of musical genius, the showcase stands out as an absolute must-watch event that honors Indonesia's rich pop-jazz heritage through a cutting-edge lens.