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Hujan ("Rain") is a Malaysian indie rock band formed in Kuala Lumpur, in 2005. It was founded by vocalist Noh Salleh and lead guitarist AG Coco. Fans of Hujan are called Raingers.[3]
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| Origin | Miri & Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
| Genres | Alternative rock[1][2] |
| Years active | 2005–present |
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| Website | hikaririders |
Hujan released its first two EPs in 2007, 1, 2, 3, Go! and Check Check Rock Rock, released by independent record label Noh Phrofile Enterprise. Hujan found mainstream success and strength of radio airplay with Pagi Yang Gelap, a single from 1, 2, 3, Go!. It was popular on indie radio stations such as X FM.
They have released six studio albums, as well as one live album, Live at Planet Hollywood (2009).
Noh Hujan, the frontman of Hujan, has released his own music projects under his real name, Noh Salleh.
History
editIn 2005, Noh Salleh uploaded a few demos as a personal solo project onto Myspace.[4] AG Coco, who at the time was a music student, contacted Noh to perform his songs as study material.
Noh Salleh and Hang Dimas played their first gig on 17 February 2006 at Malam Pesta Gagalis Ubu in Lost Generation Space as Hujan. The band released their first two EPs, 1, 2, 3, Go! and Check Check Rock Rock both in 2007. Hujan won Best Rock Album and Best Rock Song on Anugerah Industri Muzik in 2009.[5]
In September 2009, Noh Salleh invited Izzat Uzaini to join Hujan through a text message, who was looking for a new bassist for Mencari Konklusi Tour.
Band members
editCurrent members
- Noh Salleh – vocals, rhythm guitar (2005–present)
- AG Coco – lead guitar, producer (2005–present)
- Azham Ahmad – drums (2005–present)
- Izzat Uzaini – bass (2009–present)
Former members
- Hang Dimas – keyboard
- Azhar Imran "Jaja" – bass
- Nazeri Nazirul "Dukegong" – bass
Timeline
Discography
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Studio albumsedit
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Original soundtracks
edit- Jiwa Kelajuan (OST Impak Maksima)
- Bahgia (OST Kisah Cinta)
Compilations
edit- CD Issue-9 Majalah JUNK: Pagi Yang Gelap
- Support Our Local Act Volume 1: Bila Aku Sudah Tiada
Awards and nominations
edit| Anugerah Planet Muzik | ||||
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| Year | Category | Song | Album | Result |
| 2009 | Best Vocal Performances on Song for Duo/New Band | Pagi Yang Gelap | Hujan | Nominated |
| Duo / Best Band | Nominated | |||
| Best Song | Pagi Yang Gelap | Nominated | ||
| Best Album | Nominated | |||
| Most Popular Malaysian Artist | Nominated | |||
| Most Popular Regional Artist | Nominated | |||
| 2011 | Most Popular Regional Artist | Nominated | ||
| Anugerah Juara Lagu (AJL) | ||||
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| Year | Song | Album | Category | Result |
| 2009 (AJL24) | Aku Skandal | Hujan | Open | Nominated |
| 2010 (AJL25) | Mencari Konklusi | Mencari Konklusi | Open | Nominated |
| Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian (ABPBH) | ||
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| Year | Category | Result |
| 2008 | Penyanyi Berkumpulan / Duo Popular | Nominated |
| 2009 | Penyanyi Duo / Berkumpulan Popular | Nominated |
| Shout! Awards | ||
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| Year | Category | Result |
| 2009 | Break Out Award | Nominated |
| Rockstar Award | Nominated | |
| 2010 | Rockstar Award | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ "Hujan akhiri kemarau muzik Malaysia". Murai. Archived from the original on 20 June 2013. Retrieved 18 June 2013.
- ^ "Tiga band di KL Live 30 Jun!". Sinar Harian. Retrieved 18 June 2013.
- ^ Angelin, Yeoh (27 April 2016). "Hujan fans will feel nostalgic about new album". star2. Archived from the original on 28 August 2018. Retrieved 28 August 2018.
- ^ Jenie, Ken (26 November 2014). "Music of Malaysia with Noh Salleh". Whiteboard Journal. Retrieved 22 August 2018.
- ^ Michael, Cheang (22 September 2015). "Celebrate 10 years of Hujan". star2. Archived from the original on 28 August 2018. Retrieved 28 August 2018.