Abdee Negara facts for kids
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Abdee Negara
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| Also known as | Abdee |
| Born | June 28, 1968 Donggala, Indonesia |
| Origin | Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia |
| Genres | Rock Blues rock Hard rock Psychedelic rock |
| Years active | 1990–present |
| Labels | Slank Records |
| Associated acts | Slank |
Abdi Negara Nurdin, known as Abdee Negara, is a famous Indonesian guitarist. He was born on June 28, 1968, in Donggala. Abdee is also a backing vocalist, a songwriter, and a record producer. He is most famous as the lead guitarist for the band Slank. He has played with many guitarists, including the international star Paul Gilbert. Besides Slank, Abdee also helps other bands as a producer. He is known for his cool rock-blues guitar style.
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Abdee Negara's Musical Journey
Starting Out: Before Slank
In the 1980s, Abdee moved from Palu to Jakarta. He wanted to become a professional musician. Early on, he played in a band with other Indonesian guitarists. In 1988, Abdee went to a music school in Jakarta called ILW. He had learned music on his own before this. At school, he met Ivan, who later joined him in Slank.
Joining the Band Slank
In 1997, the band Slank got new members. Kaka and Bim-Bim asked Ridho, Ivan, and Abdee Negara to join. At first, some fans were not sure about the new lineup. Slank had already released six albums with their old members. But then, something amazing happened!
When Slank released their seventh album, called Tujuh (which means Seven), it became super popular. It sold more copies than any of their other albums! Abdee is also very good at audio engineering. He helps make Slank's music sound great. He has also helped create many songs with the band. Since he joined in 1997, Slank has released many hit albums. These albums are popular in Indonesia and other countries in Southeast Asia.
Working as a Producer
Abdee Negara also works as a producer for other bands. He has helped an Indonesian rock band called Seurieus. As a producer, he helps bands record their music. He guides them to make their songs sound the best they can.
Owning a Football Club
Since 2016, Abdee Negara has owned a football club. The club is called Celebest FC. It used to be based in South Tangerang. Abdee moved the club to Palu, his hometown. Celebest FC now plays in Liga 2, which is a football league in Indonesia.
Abdee's Guitar Gear
Abdee Negara often uses Fender guitars. He uses them for recording music and for live shows. He especially likes two types of Fender guitars: the Telecaster and the Stratocaster.
Recently, a guitar company called Extreme asked him to use their guitars. Abdee agreed to use Extreme guitars as his main ones. But because he loves the Telecaster so much, he asked Extreme to make a guitar that looked like a Fender Telecaster.
Slank Albums with Abdee
- Tujuh (1997)
- Mata Hati Reformasi (1998)
- Konser Piss 30 Kota (1998)
- 999 + 09 Biru (1999)
- 999 + 09 Abu Abu (1999)
- De Bestnya Slank (2000)
- Ngangkang (2000)
- Virus (2001)
- Virus Roadshow (2002)
- Satu Satu (2003)
- Bajakan (2003)
- P.L.U.R (2004)
- Slankissme (2005)
- Since 1983 - Malaysia Edition (2006)
See also
- Slank
- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation
- Telecaster
- Celebest
