Vibes Music Australia Expands Operations into Jakarta, Indonesia and Announces Signing of Two Emerging Female DJ Talents

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Vibes Music Australia Expands into Jakarta and Signs Two Emerging

Indonesian Female DJs — SORA and AKOTO

Melbourne-based independent label enters Southeast Asia's fastest-growing music market; announces discovery

of two breakthrough Indonesian talents poised for international stages.

JAKARTA, June 3, 2026 — Vibes Music Australia, a Melbourne-based independent music company

specialising in electronic music, artist development, and international distribution, today announced its

official expansion into Jakarta, Indonesia. The move marks a pivotal step in the label's Asia-Pacific growth

strategy — and its first formal foothold in Southeast Asia's most commercially significant music market.

Simultaneous with the expansion, Vibes Music Australia confirmed the signing of two Indonesian female

DJs: SORA (formerly known in Jakarta's circuit as DJ Moza) and AKOTO (formerly DJ Armanda Koto). Both

artists were active fixtures of Jakarta's underground and club scene before being re-introduced under their

new international stage identities on the Vibes Music Australia label.

"Jakarta has an incredibly vibrant music culture and a new generation of talented artists ready to connect

with international audiences. Our expansion represents a long-term investment in the region's creative future.

Gerard Lasantha, Producer & A&R, Vibes Music Australia

Jakarta: Southeast Asia's Electronic Music Frontier

As one of Southeast Asia's largest and fastest-growing music markets, Indonesia is emerging as a strategic

gateway for artists seeking regional and international exposure. The country's young, digitally connected

population, combined with the rapid growth of music streaming and social media-driven music discovery,

has created new opportunities for electronic and dance music genres to reach mainstream audiences.

While Indonesian listeners continue to embrace local pop, indie, and international music, a growing

segment of urban consumers—particularly Gen Z and Millennials in cities such as Jakarta, Bandung,

Surabaya, and Bali—are increasingly engaging with electronic, melodic house, melodic techno, progressive

house, and festival-oriented music. Industry data also indicates that Indonesia has become one of the

fastest-growing markets globally for electronic music consumption, reflecting the genre's rising popularity

across streaming platforms, social media, and live events.

For independent labels, Indonesia offers a unique combination of scale, cultural diversity, and digital

engagement. Music discovery is heavily influenced by streaming platforms, short-form video content, and

live experiences, creating opportunities for artists who can connect authentically with audiences both

online and on stage. Jakarta, in particular, has evolved into a regional hub for music, nightlife, festivals,content creators, and entertainment media, making it an ideal base for talent development and

cross-border collaborations.

Recognising this momentum, Vibes Music Australia is establishing Jakarta as a key regional platform to

connect Southeast Asian talent with global opportunities. The company's Jakarta operations will focus on:

Artist management and career development for Indonesian talent

Music promotion, publicity, and media relations across Asia-Pacific markets

Event partnerships and live performance facilitation

International music distribution through Vibes Music Australia's established network

Discovery, mentorship, and development of emerging artists across Southeast Asia

Strategic collaborations between Indonesian, Australian, and international creators

Introducing SORA and AKOTO

The Jakarta launch is spearheaded by two artists who represent the next generation of Indonesia's

electronic music scene.

SORA — Previously known in Jakarta's electronic community as DJ Moza, SORA enters a new chapter with a

global-facing artistic identity. Active as a DJ since 2019, she has built her reputation across Jakarta's key

venues, including residencies at Cyber Reborn and Texas Club. Proficient across professional setups

including the XDJ RX, CDJ 2000 Nexus, and CDJ 3, SORA moves fluidly across breakbeat, melodic techno,

jungle, Dutch, progressive, and house mashup — forging a sound that is technically grounded and creatively

unpredictable. Her evolving style is designed to resonate with festival audiences, streaming listeners, and

electronic music communities worldwide.

AKOTO — Formerly recognised as DJ Armanda Koto, AKOTO brings years of experience from Jakarta's

dynamic club circuit, currently holding a full-time DJ position at New Viva Entertainment. Combining

technical precision with commanding stage presence, AKOTO's rebrand marks a deliberate step toward

international expansion. Her sound draws from melodic techno, progressive house, and contemporary

electronic influences, positioning her to engage audiences across diverse markets.

As part of their international development strategy, Vibes Music Australia is already engaged in discussions

with promoters, festival organisers, booking agencies, and industry partners across Asia, Australia, and

Europe regarding future performance opportunities, collaborative projects, and international festival

appearances for both artists.

The launch of Vibes Music Australia in Jakarta reflects the company's long-term commitment to nurturing

Indonesian talent and creating pathways for local artists to participate more actively in the global music

ecosystem.

About Vibes Music Australia

Vibes Music Australia is an independent music company headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, operating

under Vibes Universal Pty Ltd. The label specialises in electronic music production, artist development,

international distribution, and cross-cultural music promotion across Asia-Pacific markets.

About Gerard Lasantha

Gerard Lopez — known professionally as Gerard Lasantha — is a Sri Lankan-born Australian music producer,

A&R executive, composer, lyricist, guitarist, artist manager, event promoter, and entrepreneur. He is the

Founder of Vibes Universal Pty Ltd and holds an MBA from Deakin University. A registered songwriter withAPRA AMCOS (Australasian Performing Right Association / Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners

Society), Gerard has built a career spanning decades, with a particular focus on discovering and developing

emerging talent from Sri Lanka and the Asia-Pacific region for international audiences.

MEDIA CONTACT

Vibes Music Australia

Melbourne, Australia

info@vibesaustralia.com.au

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