Support Rumah Pirata and Klub Racun. Keep DIY Alive!

The Rumah Pirata crew has been a bastion of do-it-yourself underground music in Bandung, Indonesia for years. Their venue, Klub Racun provides a much-needed space for bands, big or small, young or old, to play without shady promotors, pay-to-play nonsense, or the constant threat of corrupt cops busting down the door. It is a small, out-of-the-way place, yet both local and international bands alike flock there. Klub Racun is something more than a music venue, though; it is a shining example of DIY ethics, solidarity, and uncommon humanity.

Need a place to stay? They have you covered. Need something to eat? No problem. Want a live recording of your band? Sure thing. The punks of Rumah Pirata bust their asses making an incredible space for underground music and alternative ideologies. And they do it without charging people exorbitant prices. In fact, every time I've been to a gig at Klub Racun, there was merely an unattended cardboard box for donations. That's right, as much as this place offers, runs primarily on donations and small fundraising ventures.

Maybe you have been to Klub Racun, so you already know how great it is. Perhaps you love underground punk and easily understand how exceptional this place is. Or, you may have no connection to any of this but still see how inspirational it is to have people coming together in the name of mutuality to make music and foster independent ideas. The time is now to keep Rumah Pirata, Klub Racun, and their important work alive.

Oh by the way, my name is Steve, and I sent this up on behalf of Rumah Pirata (that's why it says this is located in Texas). Feel free to hit me up with questions.