Nining Meida
Nining Meida | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 6, 1965 |
| Origin | Bandung, Indonesia |
| Genres | dangdut, Sundanese pop[1] |
| Occupation(s) | singer |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals |
| Years active | 1986–present |
| Labels | Pronima Records |
Nining Meida is an Indonesian pop singer who became popular in 1980s by singing the whole song in Sundanese-language. Her most famous album was Kalangkang (1986).
Career[edit]
Meida started singing at the age of 13 and has produced dozens of albums.[1]
In 1986, Kalangkang was released.[1] This album has sold more than 1 million copies.[2]
Her popular songs include Kalangkang (Shadow), which became a huge hit and is considered an archetype of Sundanese pop,[3] and Situ Patenggang.[4]
Meida also founded Promina Records in Bandung.[1]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d "Superstar Lokal, Dari Rap Pariaman sampai Pop Using". Tempo (in Indonesian). May 9, 2011.
- ^ "Gairah Rekaman Daerah, Geliat Superstar Desa". Tempo (in Indonesian). May 9, 2011.
- ^ Diani, Hera (June 6, 2004). "Nano S. continues the music of his ancestors". The Jakarta Post.
- ^ Siswadi, Anwar (September 30, 2010). "Seniman Sunda Nano S Tutup Usia". Tempo (in Indonesian).