| Genre | Characteristics | Top Artists | |-------|----------------|--------------| | | Indigenous folk-pop with Hindustan, Malay, and Arabic influences. Heavy use of tabla and flute. Lyrical, often sensual or melancholic. | Rhoma Irama (the "King"), Elvy Sukaesih, Via Vallen, Nella Kharisma. | | Pop Melayu (Malay Pop) | Softer, romantic pop with traditional Melayu violin and gong. Less aggressive than dangdut. | Wali, Setia Band, Repvblik. | | Indie & Mainstream Pop | Western-style pop, rock, and indie. Often with introspective or love themes. | Raisa, Tulus, Isyana Sarasvati, Sheila on 7, Noah (formerly Peterpan). |
