Narova Morina Sinaga, widely recognized by her stage name Momo, is set to make a high-profile return to the stage alongside her former band Geisha at Synchronize Fest 2026. The special...
Narova Morina Sinaga, widely recognized by her stage name Momo, is set to make a high-profile return to the stage alongside her former band Geisha at Synchronize Fest 2026. The special collaborative performance, titled Geisha: A Retrospective Journey, will take place on the opening day of the festival on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Gambir Expo, JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta.
The reunion represents one of the most anticipated musical events of the season for Indonesian pop enthusiasts. Since Momo stepped back from fronting the Pekanbaru-formed band in 2018 and was succeeded by Regina Poetiray, listeners have long hoped for an opportunity to witness the classic lineup perform together once again.
Festival organizers confirmed that the collaborative showcase has been curated to mark Geisha's 23rd anniversary in the music industry. The performance will unite Momo with founding members Roby Satria (lead guitar), Ashari Aulia (bass), Rahmad Ramadhani (keyboards), and Ahmad Rasyid (drums), while also featuring vocal exchanges with current lead singer Regina Poetiray.
Bringing together both eras of vocal leadership provides a multifaceted perspective on Geisha's catalog. Audiences will experience a comprehensive journey through the melancholic pop anthems that dominated national radio and television airwaves, ranging from their breakout 2009 debut album Anugerah Terindah to their recent studio releases.
While the announcement initially ignited speculation regarding a permanent return, representatives clarified that the festival appearance is a focused artistic celebration rather than a restructuring of the band's official roster.
Geisha's songbook occupies a distinctive chapter in modern Indonesian pop music history. Breakout singles including Jika Cinta Dia, Tak Pernah Ada, Selalu Salah, and the sweeping ballad Lumpuhkan Ingatanku captured the emotional landscape of millions of listeners across Southeast Asia. Momo's resonant vocal delivery and dynamic expression served as the signature sonic identity for Roby Satria's evocative compositions.
The upcoming performance at Synchronize Fest 2026 underscores the unique role of curated music festivals in bridging generational eras. The special set invites longtime listeners to celebrate the soundtrack of their youth while offering younger festivalgoers a direct live introduction to one of the most influential pop catalogs of the 2000s.
