BIOGRAPHY IWAN FALS

Iwan Fals Virgiawan Listanto full name (born in Jakarta, 3 September 1961; age 50 years) is a homage to ballads and Country singer who became a living legend in Indonesia.Lewat his songs, he was 'shooting' the social atmosphere in the life of Indonesia the late 1970s until the present, and life in general, and life itself. Criticism of the behavior of a group of people (such as Representatives, Aunt Lisa), empathy for the marginalized groups (eg Spot Opposite the Palace, Lonteku), or major disasters that hit Indonesia (or sometimes outside Indonesia, such as Ethiopia) dominated the theme songs its merit. However, Iwan Fals not only sang his own songs but also a creator who also had lain.Iwan active in sports, never won the National Karate Champion II, IV Karate National Champion 1989, had entered the national training and practice karate in college , STP (High School Publication). John also was a columnist in several tabloids if raga.Kharisma a very large Iwan Fals. He is worshiped by the 'grass roots'. Simplicity to be a role model of his fans who are scattered throughout the archipelago. The fans Iwan Fals even established a foundation on August 16, 1999, called Yayasan Indonesia People commonly known by the call Oi. The Foundation embodies the activity of the fans Iwan Fals. Until now OI branch offices can be found all over the archipelago and some even to foreign countries.