Bottlesmoker is a dance/electronic duo from Bandung, Indonesia. In addition to being producers, film score composers & sound designers, they are passionate about exploring & reimagining native rhythms from Indonesia within an electronic context
With a blend of old and new, analog and digital, Bottlesmoker creates a truly unique sonic and visual experience. Their musical palette spans genres, traversing tribal beats, techno pulses, Pacific vibes, psychedelic textures, downtempo grooves, and ambient atmospheres. This continuous expansion of sound and visual elements adds captivating layers to their artistic expression.

Drawing inspiration from artists such as A Tribe Called Red, Four Tet, Bonobo, and Nicola Cruz, Bottlesmoker also finds creative influence in their environment and surroundings. Their music becomes a personal and intimate sanctuary, resonating deeply with their audience. Their live performances have taken them across the globe, captivating audiences at renowned festivals like Laneway Festival, Transmusicales, Big Mountain Music Festival, Zandari Festa, and Asian Pacific Triennial Summer Festival. Furthermore, they have had the privilege of opening for international acts including Ladytron, Architecture in Helsinki, Porter Robinson, Tycho, M83, and Battles.

In 2017, Bottlesmoker embarked on a new musical journey with their album \"Parakosmos.\" This release marked a significant shift in their creative approach, showcasing a different concept and outstanding soundscapes. The album received critical acclaim, earning reviews from esteemed publications such as Rolling Stone Magazine, Vice Magazine, House of London, 4zzz Radio, and Mashable. \"Parakosmos\" delves into the artistic rituals performed by indigenous people in rural areas of Indonesia, serving as a homage to the preservation of balance in life.

Throughout this album, Bottlesmoker embarked on unique collaborations, including their partnership with American ethnomusicologist Palmer Keen. Keen\'s field recordings from various locations in Indonesia provided exceptional sound bites from traditional musical instruments, documented under the name Aural Archipelago. Bottlesmoker integrated these recordings into their songs, experimenting with unconventional approaches to Indonesia\'s traditional instruments. The result is a captivating blend of sampled solo to choir rituals, producing a distinctive sound with a hint of pop sensibility—a combination that is irresistibly catchy and danceable. Their performances are further enhanced by mesmerizing visuals and their signature costumes, ensuring a complete sensory experience.

In July 2020, Bottlesmoker embarked on a unique and unconventional musical endeavor. With live concerts banned due to the ongoing pandemic, the duo planned sporadic performances across various Indonesian cities. However, instead of performing to a human audience, they took the stage in front of an unexpected crowd—plants. The venues ranged from a plant nursery in Bandung to other botanical settings. This series of performances, known as \"Plantasia,\" aimed to explore the healing effects of music on plants, inspired by Mort Garson\'s cult 1976 album \'Mother Earth\'s Plantasia,\'

Bottlesmoker continues to push boundaries and explore new sonic territories, captivating audiences worldwide with their innovative blend of electronic music, indigenous influences, plants, nature and striking visuals.