Viva Via Vallen.

Dr. Anita Dewi Research and Learning Coordinator Matheson Library, Monash University talks about the rise of Via Vallen, the Queen of Dangdut Koplo music, who has changed the face of the dangdut scene.

Dr Anita Dewi (keyboard player) and her band performing at IKAWIRIA’s Eid al-Fitr Celebration in Melbourne, June 2019. Source: Courtesy - SCW.

What is so unique about Via Vallen interpretation of Dangdut music, its movements and its representation of women?  Why was her appearance at the 2018 Asian Games so important to the image of Dangdut?  Dr. Anita Dewi answers these and related questions.

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