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Boney M amazes at 50th anniversary tour concert in Jakarta
WINDONESIA January 15, 2025
Boney M with original member Maizie Williams at the "Boney M - 50th Anniversary Tour" in Jakarta at Pullman Jakarta Central Park in West Jakarta Administrative City, Jakarta with its concert on Jan. 10, 2024. (Antara/Adimas Raditya).
Legendary German band Boney M amazed their audience at Pullman Jakarta Central Park in West Jakarta Administrative City, Jakarta with its concert on Jan. 10, 2024. The concert was part of the "Boney M - 50th Anniversary Tour" celebration of the band, which has made its mark in music history since debuting in 1975.
Known for reggae, funk, and disco music, Boney M is still able to present a spectacular performance years removed from its heyday. On that joyful night, Boney M, with original member Maizie Williams, performed several of their international hits, such as Sunny, Daddy Cool, Hooray! Hooray! It's a Holi-Holiday, Ma Baker, and Malaika.
They also performed No Woman No Cry, popularized by legendary reggae musician Bob Marley, with their distinctive arrangement that invited cheers from the audience. The concert was not only a nostalgic event for old fans, but also attracted the attention of the youn people who also felt the energy of Boney M's music.
Maizie Williams' interaction with the audience also added to the excitement of the concert. She greeted the audience warmly and raised their spirits by inviting them to sing along. Cheers and applause echoed every time Boney M performed their iconic songs.
Boney M continued their performance with other hits, such as Baby Do You Wanna Bump, Brown Girl in the Ring, and Rasputin. The stunning performance ended with the closing song Rivers of Babylon, pleasing the audience and leading them to give a standing ovation as a form of appreciation for the legendary band.
Boney M is known as one of the music groups that has succeeded in bringing the disco and reggae genres to the international stage, with a major influence in various parts of the world including Asia. This concert proved that Boney M still has extraordinary appeal, even though it has been five decades since they reached the peak of their popularity.
The high enthusiasm of the audience shows that their music remains relevant, and Boney M's legacy will continue to be remembered in the music world. In addition, the success of this concert also shows how big the influence of Boney M's music is in Indonesia.
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