Burgerkill is a legendary Indonesian heavy metal band founded in May 1995 in Ujungberung, Bandung, West Java.
Renowned for their aggressive guitar riffs, precise rhythms, and fierce stage presence, they are widely considered pioneers of the Indonesian metal scene.
The band's name is a playful parody of the American fast-food chain Burger King.
Key Milestones
Global Recognition: In 2013, they won the prestigious Metal Hammer Golden Gods Award in the "Metal as Fck"* category in the United Kingdom.
Sony Music Indonesia Partnership: Their sophomore album, Berkarat (2003), made history as one of the first major Indonesian metal releases distributed by a mainstream global record label.
30th Anniversary: The band celebrated three decades of musical dominance with their grand Resilient Show concert in Bandung on September 13, 2025.
Discography & Iconic Tracks
Burgerkill has produced a vast catalog of metal anthems available on platforms like the Burgerkill Spotify Profile:
Dua Sisi (2000): Their landmark debut album.
Berkarat (2003): Featuring hit tracks like "Penjara Batin" and "Tiga Titik Hitam" (featuring Fadly from Padi).
Beyond Coma and Despair (2006): Highly regarded as a masterpiece in Indonesian metal.
Adamantine (2018) & Killchestra (2020): Showcased their orchestral metal fusion capabilities.
Kontinum (2026): Their single marking a relentless new musical era.
Lineup Evolution
The band has shown incredible resilience through tragic losses. Founding original members like vocalist Ivan "Scumbag" Firmansyah passed away in 2006, and legendary guitarist Aries Tanto (Eben/Ebenz) passed away in 2021. Their dedicated fanbase, known as Begundal, continues to support the band through every era.
