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Indonesian musicians died when they were 51

Here are 5 famous musicians from Indonesia died at 51:

Musso

Musso (April 5, 1897 Kediri Kingdom-October 31, 1948) was an Indonesian politician.

He was one of the founding fathers of Indonesia, and played a significant role in the country's independence movement. Musso joined the Communist Party of Indonesia in 1920 and became a prominent figure within the party, leading numerous labor strikes and protests against the Dutch colonial government. He was later arrested and imprisoned several times for his activities. In 1945, Musso was elected to represent Central Java in the Indonesian National Assembly, and he played a key role in the drafting of Indonesia's first constitution. However, his communist beliefs caused tension within the assembly and he was eventually ousted from his position in 1948. Musso died later that year under mysterious circumstances, with some sources claiming that he was assassinated. Despite his controversial political views, Musso is recognized as an important figure in Indonesia's struggle for independence.

Basuki

Basuki (March 5, 1956 Surakarta-December 12, 2007 Jakarta) also known as Agus Basuki Bin Suwito Hadiwiryono was an Indonesian comedian and actor.

He was known for his witty humor and comedic timing, performing in films and TV shows from the 1980s until his death in 2007. Basuki began his career in the entertainment industry as a stand-up comedian in the late 1970s, performing in various gigs and small shows before gaining national recognition. He rose to fame in the 1980s with his performances in popular TV shows and movies, such as "Sama Weda" and "Lokasi 212."

Aside from his comedic talent, Basuki was also known for his activism and advocacy for social justice. He was a vocal supporter of various social and political issues, often using his humor to raise awareness and encourage people to take action. He was a member of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle and was active in several pro-democracy and anti-corruption movements. Basuki continued to work in the entertainment industry until his untimely death in 2007, leaving behind a legacy as one of Indonesia's most beloved comedians and social activists.

Elfa Secioria

Elfa Secioria (February 20, 1959 Garut-January 8, 2011 Jakarta) also known as Elfa Secioria Hasbullah was an Indonesian composer and film score composer. His children are called Hariza Ivan Camille, Raisa Ivan Cavell, Cesyl Athaya Fauziyya and Cheryl Lunetta Salsabiila.

Elfa Secioria began his music career as a pianist in a hotel lounge in Jakarta in the 1980s. He went on to become one of Indonesia's most revered music producers and arrangers, working with some of the country's most famous singers such as Chrisye, Ari Lasso, and Tereza. He was particularly well-known for his arrangements of popular songs which fused traditional Indonesian musical elements with contemporary Western styles.

In addition to his work in music, Elfa Secioria was also involved in the Indonesian film industry, composing scores for several popular movies including "Joni Sakit" and "Gadis". He received numerous awards throughout his career, including best composer at the 1991 Indonesian Film Festival and a lifetime achievement award from the Indonesian Record Industry Association in 2004.

Elfa Secioria's contributions to the music industry in Indonesia have been significant, and his legacy continues to be celebrated by musicians and fans alike.

He died caused by renal failure.

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Broery

Broery (June 25, 1948 Ambon, Maluku-April 7, 2000 Cinere) also known as Broery Marantika, Broery Pesulima, Simon Dominggus Pesulima or Broery Abdullah was an Indonesian singer, musician, actor and composer.

His discography includes: .

Tonny Koeswoyo

Tonny Koeswoyo (January 19, 1936 Tuban-March 27, 1987 Jakarta) a.k.a. Koestono "Tonny" Koeswoyo or Koestono Koeswoyo was an Indonesian musician, singer-songwriter, artist and music artist.

Genres: Rock music and Pop music.

He died caused by colorectal cancer.

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