Endah N Rhesa

Kicking off the 2024 JILF x Jaktent on F/ACTA, Words and Actions Aligned on Eco-Literature and Shared Culture, Shared Future on 27 November, Endah N Rhesa will bring their signature blend of heartfelt music and storytelling to set the perfect tone for this year’s festival. Beyond their music, Endah N Rhesa are into creativity and community. Through Earhouse, their cozy coffee shop turned creative hub, and Earspace, a music studio supporting young talent, they’ve shared spaces where art thrives and stories come to life. Their values align seamlessly with JILF and JakTent’s mission this year to inspire cultural exchange and collaboration. As award-winning musicians with a history of gracing international stages, Endah N Rhesa bring a global perspective to their art while staying rooted in their Indonesian heritage. Endah N Rhesa’s soulful performance will complement Hiromi Kawakami’s opening speech, weaving music and words into a harmonious narrative that sets the festival’s tone. Their heartfelt melodies, reflecting themes of love and connection, will provide an emotional prelude to Kawakami’s exploration of the transformative power of storytelling in our rapidly changing world.