Album Review: Terapi Visi by Boomerang – A Rollercoaster of Emotions You Won’t Forget
If you’re into music that punches you in the gut and then hugs you back, Terapi Visi by Boomerang is your jam. Released in 2003 under Sony Music Entertainment Indonesia, this album is like a wild ride through genres—pop, rock, prog rock, hard rock—all blended with an Indonesian twist. It’s raw, emotional, and honestly? Kinda messy in the best way possible.
Let me start by saying, I didn’t expect to fall for this album as hard as I did. But tracks like “Seperti Matahari Pagi” and “Bergerak!!! (Gugat Prahara)” stuck with me like gum on a hot day.
“Seperti Matahari Pagi” hits different—it’s soft but packs a punch. The melody feels like waking up early to catch the sunrise, except instead of coffee, it’s got these soaring vocals that make you wanna cry happy tears. Like, dang, how do they even pull off something so simple yet powerful? It reminds me of those quiet moments when life actually feels okay again. You know what I mean?
Then there’s “Bergerak!!! (Gugat Prahara),” which is basically the opposite vibe. This one slaps. Hard. It’s loud, it’s chaotic, and it doesn’t apologize for being in your face. When the guitar riffs kick in, it’s like someone lit a match inside my chest. Honestly, if you don’t feel pumped after listening to this track, check your pulse because something might be wrong. It’s rebellious, unapologetic, and just straight-up badass.
The rest of the album keeps the energy alive too. Songs like “Major Asshole” bring some attitude, while “Peluk Jiwaku” tugs at your heartstrings. And let’s not forget “Bidadari Api,” which sounds like fire made into music. Every song has its own personality, like they couldn’t decide whether to soothe you or shake you awake—and honestly, I’m here for it.
What makes Terapi Visi stand out isn’t just the mix of styles; it’s how real it feels. These aren’t cookie-cutter love songs or generic party anthems. They’re messy, heartfelt, and kinda rough around the edges, like someone poured their soul onto a canvas without overthinking it. That’s probably why it still resonates almost two decades later.
Here’s the thing though—listening to this album feels like finding an old mixtape in your attic. At first, you’re not sure what to expect, but once you press play, you realize it’s gold. Or maybe rusted gold. Either way, it sticks with you.
So yeah, if you haven’t given Terapi Visi a spin yet, do yourself a favor and dive in. Oh, and fun fact: turns out the band named two versions of “Bergerak!!!” on the album. Was it intentional? A mistake? Who knows, but hey, rock ‘n’ roll thrives on chaos anyway. Rock on, Boomerang.
