Hujan

Hujan is a Malaysian indie rock band formed in Kuala Lumpur, in 2005. It was founded by vocalist Noh Salleh and lead guitarist AG Coco. Fans of Hujan are dubbed as Raingers, as the band's name translates to rain in Malay.[3] Despite the lack of love from certain quarters at early stage of the band, Hujan has had some of the most successful breakthrough music in Malaysia.

Hujan
OriginMiri & Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
GenresAlternative rock[1][2]
Years active2005 (2005)–present
Labels
  • Noh Phrofile Enterprise
  • Hujan Selaseh Sdn Bhd
Members
Past members
  • Hang Dimas
  • Nazeri Nazirul (Dukegong)
  • Azhar Imran (Jaja)
Websitehikaririders.com

In its early years, Hujan established itself as part of the Malaysian independent music scene, starting on the social media Myspace. Their first two EPs circulated around, namely 1, 2, 3, Go! (2007) and Check Check Rock Rock (2007) released by independent record label Noh Phrofile Enterprise. They developed a sound that is unorthodox and uniquely stylistic within Malaysian music, often between combinations of alternative rock and jazz melodies. Hujan found unexpected mainstream success and strength of radio airplay with Pagi Yang Gelap, a single from their EP 1, 2, 3, Go! (2007). It was received with popularity on indie radio stations such as XFM. Another popular single, from their debut self-titled album Hujan (2008), Bila Aku Sudah Tiada received many nominations, and most notably won at Anugerah Muzik Malaysia or AIM in 2009 as the Lagu Terbaik or Best Song. They have released six studio albums, as well as one live album Live at Planet Hollywood (2009).

Noh Hujan, the frontman of Hujan, has released his own music projects under his real name Noh Salleh, with notable albums such as Angin Kencang.

As of 11 April 2020, Hujan has released their entire discography, including their acclaimed self-titled "Hujan" album onto most major music streaming services, including Spotify and Apple Music.[4]

History

It all started in 2005, when Noh Salleh uploaded a few demos as a personal solo project onto then popular social media platform Myspace.[5] AG Coco, who at the time was a music student, contacted Noh to perform his songs as study material. Hujan's main goal was to be a jazz band, but after end up being rock band with mixture of jazz elements. Noh Salleh and Hang Dimas played their first gig on 17 February 2006 at Malam Pesta Gagalis Ubu in Lost Generation Space as Hujan. The band released their first two EP 1, 2, 3, Go! and Check Check Rock Rock both in 2007. Subsequently, after the releases, Hujan quickly turned into a musical phenomenon, and went on to win Best Rock Album and Best Rock Song categories on Anugerah Industri Muzik in 2009.[6]

In an unfortunate incident in 2008 at Johor, the band were victims of an elaborate set-up by promoter with malicious intent to humiliate and blatantly bully the band members.[7] When they played their first song on set 'Aku Scandal' they were met by a barrage of insults by the crowd, which had bad blood with the band due to the fact that they were too 'mainstream'. The crowd continuously chanted 'mainstream' and the show was promptly ended by Hujan after completing the first song. The incident can be seen on YouTube.[8]

In September 2009, Noh Salleh invited Izzat Uzaini to join Hujan through a text message, who was looking for a new bassist for Mencari Konklusi Tour.

Band members
Hujan logo since 2005.

Current members

  • Noh Salleh – vocals, rhythm guitar (2005–present)
  • AG Coco – lead guitar, producer (2005–present)
  • Azham Ahmad – drums (2005–present)
  • Izzat Uzaini – bass (2009–present)

Former members

  • Hang Dimas – keyboard
  • Azhar Imran "Jaja" – bass
  • Nazeri Nazirul "Dukegong" – bass

Timeline

Discography
Original soundtrack
  • Jiwa Kelajuan (OST Impak Maksima)
  • Bahgia (OST Kisah Cinta)
Compilations
  • CD Issue-9 Majalah JUNK: Pagi Yang Gelap
  • Support Our Local Act Volume 1: Bila Aku Sudah Tiada

Concert tours
  • Kugiran Hujan Ke United Kingdom (2007)
  • Check Check Rock Rock Tour Hujan (2007)
  • Mencari Konklusi Tour (2009)
  • Hujan & Search Europe Tour (2011)
  • Sang Enemy Worldwide Transgression Tour (Hujan X Love Me Butch) (2013)
  • Abstrax X Hujan London Tour (2016)

Awards and nominations

Anugerah Industri Muzik

Anugerah Planet Muzik

Anugerah Planet Muzik
Year Category Song Album Result Lose to
2009 Best Vocal Performances on Song for Duo/New Band Pagi Yang Gelap Hujan Nominated Kotak – Beraksi
Duo / Best Band Nominated Yovie & Nuno – The Special One
Best Song Pagi Yang Gelap Nominated Nidji – Laskar Pelangi
Best Album Nominated Afgan – Confession No. 1
Most Popular Malaysian Artist Nominated Siti Nurhaliza
Most Popular Regional Artist Nominated
2011 Most Popular Regional Artist Nominated

Anugerah Juara Lagu

Anugerah Juara Lagu (AJL)
Year Song Album Composer Writer Category Result
2009 (AJL24) Aku Skandal Hujan Noh Noh Open Nominated
2010 (AJL25) Mencari Konklusi Mencari Konklusi Noh Noh Open Nominated

Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian

Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian (ABPBH)
Year Category Result
2008 Penyanyi Berkumpulan / Duo Popular Nominated
2009 Penyanyi Duo / Berkumpulan Popular Nominated

Anugerah Shout!

Shout! Awards
Year Category Result
2009 Break Out Award Nominated
Rockstar Award Nominated
2010 Rockstar Award Nominated

Versus TV9

Versus TV9
Year Category Week Voted Percentage Result
2012 Battle of The Band 8 50.6% (Final Stage) Won[9]

References
  1. "Hujan akhiri kemarau muzik Malaysia". Murai. Archived from the original on 20 June 2013. Retrieved 18 June 2013.
  2. "Tiga band di KL Live 30 Jun!". Sinar Harian. Retrieved 18 June 2013.
  3. Angelin, Yeoh (27 April 2016). "Hujan fans will feel nostalgic about new album". star2. Retrieved 28 August 2018.
  4. "@hujanband on Instagram: "Raingers! We hear you! The whole 9 albums consisting of 76 songs are now available in all digital platforms. We believe it's the best…"". Instagram. Retrieved 4 May 2020.
  5. Jenie, Ken (26 November 2014). "Music of Malaysia with Noh Salleh". Whiteboard Journal. Retrieved 22 August 2018.
  6. Michael, Cheang (22 September 2015). "Celebrate 10 years of Hujan". star2. Retrieved 28 August 2018.
  7. Tan, Kevin (29 October 2013). "Hujan takes bullying and booing in its stride". The Star. Retrieved 22 August 2018.
  8. Hujan kena Maki, retrieved 4 May 2020
  9. "HUJAN". blackberrymusicmania.com. Archived from the original on 15 August 2013. Retrieved 18 June 2013.
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