Sound Check is EnVi’s curated artist catalog highlighting must-know talent across the Asian diaspora and beyond. From breakout stars to hidden gems, this series is your gateway to discovering artists who will redefine your playlists.
Thanks to online platforms like TikTok and SoundCloud, artists have more opportunities than ever to bring their music to new audiences. Among the sea of musicians taking advantage of this are the young artists of Southeast Asia. Generation Z, who were born between 1997 and 2012, are breaking into the music industry with both fresh sounds and homages to the artists they grew up with. To keep your finger on the pulse of the best new talent, here are five Indonesian artists to keep on your radar.
Enrico
Indian Indonesian singer enrico has come a long way in just a few short years. The singer-songwriter got his start in a high school music production club while growing up in Singapore. He soon began posting acoustic covers online, starting with Daniel Caesar’s “Get You” in March of 2023. A few months later, enrico introduced himself to the world with “i’m trying.” Taking inspiration from the likes of Steve Lacy, Frank Ocean, and Dominic Fike, enrico’s sound hovers between acoustic lo-fi and R&B. He layers sweet vocals and guitar riffs to create music with both emotional depth and relatability.
In 2024, enrico moved across the globe from Singapore to Boston, Massachusetts, for school. But starting university didn’t hinder his musical progress. From late-night-crafted singles like “higher” to the groovy hesitation EP, enrico continued to hone his sound. This earned him an impressive start to 2026. At the beginning of the year, enrico signed with Green Line Records, a student-run record label at Northeastern University. By May, enrico opened for Zara Larson at RhettRockz, Boston University’s student-built festival. There he gave listeners a preview of his EP KIKO, which he released later that month.
Enrico’s latest single, “CACTUS,” delves into a more alternative rock sound with a guitar-forward melody. “CACTUS” tackles an issue all too common among Gen Z: the talking stage of a new relationship. With each new release, enrico solidifies his artistic intent to keep growing and find new sounds to tell his stories.
Naykilla
Hailing from Indonesia, singer-songwriter Naykilla has become a household name among Gen Z in Southeast Asia. She began releasing music in 2019 with a pop-R&B sound before transitioning to electronic pop and hip-hop over the last few years. The single “Garam & Madu (Sakit Dadaku)” — with fellow artists and longtime collaborators Tenxi and Jemsii — made waves in 2025. The viral track combined hip-hop with elements of dangdut, a genre of Indonesian folk music, popularizing the growing “hipdut” genre.
Naykilla pulled from electronic pop, dangdut, and breakbeat for her 2025 EP, centyl. The EP is bright and playful, with the perfect bounce in every beat. Soon after, Spotify announced Naykilla as an ambassador of their Spotify EQUAL Program. Outside of music, Naykilla has emerged as a Gen Z fashion star. She leans heavily into Y2K aesthetics and utilizes glitter makeup, hair clips, and tooth gems in her looks. Her presence in beauty and fashion has brought her collaborations with brands like Kitschy Beauty and Shopee, further establishing her in the pop culture conversation.
Her 2026 dance-pop release “MMG (My Mine Gueh)” also racked up over 50 million streams on Spotify and inspired a viral beauty trend on TikTok. It’s clear that Naykilla’s artistic direction is taking her to new heights, and she’s just getting started.
Marbles
Summer 2026 was the summer of Marbles. With only two releases under their belt, pop group Marbles are joining the Indonesian girl group renaissance. The five members —Daniella, Beverly, Tiffany, Quilla, and Kyka — debuted on June 12 with their first single, “Hompimpa.” They mixed heavy hip-hop and dance beats with Indonesian wordplay, bridging childhood games with the confidence of the pop world. The hard-hitting debut let audiences know right off the bat that Marbles were going to be a group to contend with.
Their second and most recent release, “Catch Me,” takes a turn into the aforementioned hipdut genre. The girls sing the coquettish lyrics over a combination of hip-hop instrumentation and bubbly production, blending them seamlessly. Both tracks feature smooth, diverse vocals and complex dance moves. Although Marbles only has two official releases so far, they’ve been busy. Through dance practices, mini vlogs, and pop-up events, they’ve taken the time to put their name out into the world. Audiences looking for their new favorite girl group will want to keep an eye on Marbles.
Nadin Amizah
Ethereal, whimsical, folksy — Nadin Amizah’s songs are right at home in the fairytale worlds she crafts. The singer-songwriter got her start as a teenager with the electronic pop collaboration “All Good” alongside producer Dipha Barus in 2017. Although the song quickly gained success, Amizah went the opposite direction with her own sound. Her debut single, “Rumpang,” featured soft vocals with an acoustic guitar and won Best Folk/Country/Ballad Production Work at the 2019 Anugerah Musik Indonesia. That same night, Amizah also won Best New Artist.
Amizah released four more singles before her first full-length album in 2020, titled Selamat Ulang Tahun. Her work between 2020 and 2023 earned her more nominations and award wins at AMI. In February 2025, she opened for her longtime musical inspiration, prolific indie-folk singer AURORA, at her Kuala Lumpur concert stop. Despite a fairytale ending of her own that autumn with her wedding, Amizah’s musical story is far from over.
She began promoting her newest album, Laika, The Abandoned, in July 2026 through cryptic Instagram posts. Each post detailed the experience of Laika the Space Dog, the first dog to go to space, and the namesake of the album. “Moonlight” is Amizah’s love letter to Laika, and the lead track of what became a liberating album for the artist. Now, Nadin Amizah is in her element more than ever. Whatever lies ahead is sure to be a treat for folk and whimsy lovers alike.
Rangga Jones
Singapore-based Rangga Jones has curated a discography for both the lovelorn and the romantic since 2019. Prior to his current pop and R&B sound, Jones got into producing through electronic dance music (EDM). He learned the basics of production and song structure through YouTube tutorials before journeying into songwriting. The heartbroken single “Move On” showcases his soulful vocals, while his relatable penmanship shines through in “I Wanna Be A Kid Again.”
A notable shift came in the form of his 2025 album, Everything I’ve Wanted To Say. Preceding the album, Jones experienced a rough breakup from a long-term relationship. Over time, he wrote songs that got him through it, and eventually met someone who he could heal with alongside the music. Jones captured the odyssey of his love life through the album — and expanded on it in the 2026 deluxe version, Everything I’ve Wanted To Say (and more). His growth over the years is clear, both in vocals and production. Jones’ latest, a collaboration with Thai singer BLVCKHEART, proves that sometimes there’s nothing better than a sweet ballad for the one you love.
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