Loka Manya Prawiro: A Musical Journey of Love and Resilience with ‘I Love You Evermore’
Loka Manya Prawiro, a seasoned musician with a rich tapestry of life experiences, unveils his latest masterpiece, I Love You Evermore, inviting listeners on a heartfelt journey of love, loss, and resilience. Born in 1961, Loka’s musical odyssey began at a young age, setting the stage for a career defined by passion, authenticity, and unwavering dedication to his craft.
Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of musical genres, including pop, rock, soul, R&B funk, and classical instrumentals, Loka cultivated a unique sound that defied conventional boundaries. His journey as a musician took flight in 1995 with the release of his debut album, “Back To the Old Days,” featuring the soul-stirring ballad I Love You Evermore, a timeless classic that resonates with audiences to this day.
In 2018, Loka faced a profound loss with the passing of his mother to cancer, plunging him into a period of deep grief and soul-searching. Amidst the darkness, music emerged as his solace and salvation, providing a therapeutic outlet for his emotions. After an 18-year hiatus from music, Loka returned to the studio, pouring his heart and soul into his compositions.
I Love You Evermore serves as a poignant narrative of Loka’s personal journey, capturing the essence of his emotions with raw honesty and authenticity. From heartfelt ballads to uplifting gospel hymns, each song reflects a different facet of his experience, inviting listeners to connect on a deeply emotional level.
Collaborating with seasoned music arranger and producer Aminoto Kosin, as well as the Budapest Scoring Orchestra, Loka infuses his music with a unique depth and texture, elevating it to symphonic heights. The album’s thematic spectrum, ranging from calmness to deep imagination, reflects Loka’s desire to evoke a myriad of emotions centered around the universal theme of love.
In the creative process, spontaneity and emotion reign supreme for Loka Manya Prawiro. Each song is a spontaneous outpouring of emotion, with the soul of the music guiding his compositions. With tracks like I Love You Evermore, “Leonie,” “A Song To Say Goodbye Mama,” and “A Hole In My Heart,” Loka unveils the personal significance behind each song, rooted in his experience of loss and love.
As I Love You Evermore reaches audiences worldwide, Loka hopes that listeners will find solace and inspiration in its melodies, inviting them to contemplate the profound meaning of love. Looking ahead, he teases plans for more cinematic music in a similar vein, promising further exploration of emotional depth and dramatic storytelling through his art.
In closing, Loka emphasizes the emotive power of music, believing that each listener will interpret the songs differently yet hoping that they’ll sense the underlying thread of love woven throughout.
I Love You Evermore by Loka Manya Prawiro is now available on all major streaming platforms.