Baybeats 2024 | Tuan Tigabelas (Indonesia)

A true OG of Indonesian hip hop TuanTigabelas, aka Tuan 13 (Mr. 13), took the Baybeats stage at Esplanade Annexe Studio on 11 Oct 2024.

Long before superstars like Rich Brian or Ramengvrl, Tuan 13 was well-known and beloved in Jakarta’s underground music scene as an emcee with witty wordplay, smooth flows and distinctly Indonesian influences. He combines sounds of traditional instruments such as the angklung and gamelan into his tracks, alongside funky samples and boom bap beats.

He first appeared on the scene in 2009 with his original group REP, and later shifted focus to his own music as a solo artist in 2017. In 2019, he released his debut solo record Harimau Soematra, which spawned hits like Move and Juragan Dan Tuan.

Fast forward to 2023, Tuan 13’s star continued to rise as he performed more shows internationally backed by a live band, most notably at SXSW Tiger Den and Thailand’s Wonderfruit Festival. Deeply committed to his music and the craft of hip hop, he continues to push the limits and continuing growing both in the Indonesia’s music scene and internationally.

Tuan Tigabelas YouTube:    / @tuantigabelas  
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