Gordon Lumban Tobing (27 August 1925 – 13 January 1993) was an Indonesian singer of folk songs , particularly those in the Batak language . Born to a Batak family in Medan , North Sumatra , Tobing moved to Jakarta in 1950 and began working in the entertainment industry. While with Radio Republik Indonesia , he participated in an Indonesian cultural envoy to the 4th World Festival of Youth and Students . Over the remainder of his life Tobing was included in numerous similar envoys, ultimately travelling to five continents.
40-486: Tobing is a surname. Notable people with the surname include: Gordon Tobing (1925–1993), Indonesian singer Joy Tobing (born 1980), Indonesian singer Naek Tobing (1940–2020), Indonesian physician, sexologist, and author Ria Tobing (1938–2017), Indonesian swimmer See also [ edit ] Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport Tobin (disambiguation) [REDACTED] Surname list This page lists people with
80-683: A 3-by-15-metre (9.8 ft × 49.2 ft) house in Kebon Sirih, Jakarta. Tobing would often take the bus rather than take a car, and, when asked to perform at the Krems ad Donau music festival in Austria in September 1981, he had to seek a sponsor as he was unable to afford the ticket. Tobing only recorded two albums in Indonesia. Radio Republik Indonesia Radio Republik Indonesia (Radio of
120-783: A Japanese folk song. Tobing and Hutabarat continued to represent Indonesia as cultural envoys, ultimately travelling to five continents. Tobing also performed for a number of government agencies, including the Indonesian National Police , Bank of Indonesia , and the Bank Dagang Nasional Indonesia [ id ] (National Trade Bank of Indonesia). He was also called to the Merdeka Palace to perform for President Suharto . Tobing died in Jakarta at 1:30 a.m. ( UTC+7 ) on 13 January 1993. A memorial gathering
160-460: A guitar from President Gamal Abdel Nasser of Egypt and another guitar from Fidel Castro . He was also given a medal by Prince Norodom Sihanouk of Cambodia. In 1960, Tobing and his wife established the Impola vocal group; they worked with Koes Hendratmo [ id ] for a while, and often performed for state guests. These included Crown Prince Akihito of Japan, for whom Tobing performed
200-542: A household where church music was often sung and became interested in music from a young age. All four of the siblings became singers, and Gordon took up the guitar. When Rumulus took a job in Singapore in 1936, the siblings went with him; Gordon lived in the city for two years. Gordon had only an elementary school education, graduating from a Dutch-language school for indigenous students in Palembang in 1940. His father
240-582: A maximum of four main stations in a region (availability are vary, see below), one of them is a national simulcast. Three other services are transmitted locally, producing local programmes as well as relaying programmes from RRI central station in Jakarta. On shortwave and online, Voice of Indonesia broadcasts as an overseas broadcaster, airing general information, music and entertainment. AM 999 kHz RRI Pro 1, RRI Pro 2, and RRI Pro 4 operates 19 hours every day, starting 5am to 12am local time. Availability of Pro 1, Pro 2, Pro 3, and Pro 4 as of November 2021
280-512: Is biased by reporting more comments rejecting the dissolution of Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) after the government disbanded the organization on 30 December 2020. Sapta Pratala has only described in the news media as a "public broadcast media observer", but there is no further information about its identity. On 13 May, Deputy Secretary General of the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) Satia Chandra Wiguna asked First Commission of
320-524: Is different from Wikidata All set index articles Gordon Tobing Tobing was born in Medan , North Sumatra , on 27 August 1925. He was the second of four children born to Rumulus Lumban Tobing, a musician, and his wife Frieda Hutabarat. As their father and paternal grandfather, Lamsana, were active members of their church congregation, the Tobing siblings (Douglas, Gordon, Nelson, and Adella) grew up in
360-654: Is displayed on the table below. An RRI local station for Dili was operating from 1976 to 1999. East Timor national government broadcaster RTTL currently takes place. Aside of radio, RRI also operates a number of "television stations" with the concept of visual radio . Examples are RRI NET, a television channel broadcasts on satellite and online, and a visual radio version of the Voice of Indonesia broadcasts online. RRI NET broadcasts certain live national radio programming via television. RRI NET can be accessed via streaming service as well as free-to-air satellite television across
400-505: Is formally placed directly under, and responsible to, the President of Indonesia . Unlike other public broadcasters such as TVRI and newly established local public broadcasters , RRI has long had a broadcast pledge called Three Pledges of RRI ( Tri Prasetya RRI ), shown below in English: RRI organization structure consists of five Board of Supervisors ( Dewan Pengawas ) appointed by
440-644: Is in line with the statement of Irawan Ronodipoero, son of RRI founder Joesoef Ronodipoero, who said that there had been "disharmony" within RRI as a result of his leadership. This accusation was strengthened by the results of Sapta Pratala's research in the same month which found that the news portal rri.co.id provided a very large portion of news with the subject of DPR members for the Prosperous Justice Party (PKS) faction compared to other factions. Apart from that, Sapta Pratala's research assesses that rri.co.id
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#1732858813815480-593: The New Order era, upon the requests of the Ministry of Information, RRI-produced news programs were aired simulcast on all radio stations. After the Broadcasting Act No. 32/2002 is in force, RRI, along with TVRI , set as the public radio network in 2006 and became independent of any governmental control. The status then reaffirmed by Government Regulation ( Peraturan Pemerintah ) No. 12 of 2005. In 2018, RRI became
520-736: The People's Representative Council (DPR) and six Board of Directors ( Dewan Direksi ) appointed by the Board of Supervisors. Both are sworn in by the President, served for five years and renewable once. According to article 15 of the Broadcasting Act, RRI funding comes from several sources such as broadcasting fees, annual state budget (drafted by the government and approved by the DPR), community contribution, and advertisement, as well as other legal efforts related to
560-409: The surname Tobing . If an internal link intending to refer to a specific person led you to this page, you may wish to change that link by adding the person's given name (s) to the link. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Tobing&oldid=1082947780 " Category : Surnames Hidden categories: Articles with short description Short description
600-479: The Medan branch of RRI. However, Tobing grew disappointed with the city, and in 1959 he and Theresia left Medan to return to Jakarta, where they joined a group of non-government Indonesian artists and performers on a tour of Eastern Europe. Over subsequent years he took part in several further cultural envoy programs, including one to the 1964 New York World's Fair . In recognition of his musical abilities, Tobing received
640-455: The Ministry of Religion for the establishment of International Islamic University of Indonesia (UIII). In accordance with article 6 of BAST, to ensure the continuity of RRI's broadcast operations, the second party (namely the Ministry of Religious Affairs) must move or construct buildings, structures and other equipment and infrastructure in stages in new places. However, in practice, when the transfer or development had not yet been carried out,
680-611: The People's Representative Council to fire Rohanudin because he was deemed "contrary to RRI's ideal position as neutral news agency" and "defending intolerant people", even though according to Act Number 32 of 2002 the DPR does not have the right to dismiss the RRI Board of Directors. However, the RRI Supervisory Board previously dismissed Rohanudin on 8 May. The accusations that emerged and
720-719: The Republic of Indonesia, abbreviated as RRI , stylized in logo in all-lowercase) is a public radio network of Indonesia and one of Indonesia's two national Public Broadcasting Institutions , the other being the public television network TVRI . Founded on 11 September 1945, it is the first radio network in Indonesia and the second oldest media company in the country after Antara . RRI headquarters are located on Medan Merdeka Barat Street in Central Jakarta , Jakarta . RRI has four radio networks as well as visual radio channels, broadcasts all over Indonesia to serve all citizens throughout
760-416: The broadcasting operation. In fact, as of today the broadcasting fee is not yet implemented, and RRI is asked to generate "non-tax revenue" for the state by various funding sources (besides the annual state budget), which some of the revenue would be returned to the network. Previously the radio tax to supplement RRI funding was charged in 1947, but was abolished sometime in the 1980s. In general, RRI offers
800-530: The capital. Tobing began boarding at the Hutabarat house in 1951, though he was told to leave in 1954 after beginning to woo the youngest daughter, Theresia. Her parents, who had already selected a husband for her, did not approve. In 1951 Tobing left PFN to join Radio Republik Indonesia (RRI), where he remained for four years. Sinondang Tapian Nauli would frequently perform on the radio station during
840-664: The country. Its slogan is " Tonton yang Anda Dengar " (Watch what you listen). RRI NET is known to have been first broadcasting since December 2015. However, the channel was only officially launched on 12 September 2018 in commemoration of RRI's 73rd anniversary. RRI maintain a news portal on its official website (rri.co.id), and was also operated indie music portal BeYoung.id. The network also maintain RRI Digital (formerly RRI Play and RRI PlayGo) mobile app, offering RRI services in one app such as live streaming of all networks and local stations, news portal, and many more. Previously,
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#1732858813815880-501: The envoys and local organizing committees develop a sense of intimacy and familiarity. After his trip to Bucharest, Tobing returned to Jakarta. Working with fellow RRI employee Sudharnoto, he often performed at events and on the radio. These included several songs he had written himself, including "Di Rondang Ni Bulani" and "Bulan Tula". Despite her parents disapproval, Tobing continued to see Theresia. The couple chose to elope and, on 15 August 1955, Gordon took Theresia from her home with
920-470: The function to provide services for the public benefit". Its duty, according to Government Regulation No. 12 of 2005, is "to provide the healthy information, education and entertainment services, (maintain) social control and unity, and preserve the nation's culture for the whole public benefit by organizing radio broadcast that reaches all parts of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia ". The network
960-508: The help of Douglas and a friend named Wim. As Douglas left a false trail leading to Bogor to misdirect Theresia's parents, Gordon took her to Medan via Merak . The couple arrived safely and, on 5 September, they were formally married. The couple had one son, Enrico Caruso. The couple lived in Medan for several years, and Tobing was involved in the Chinese-led group Sio Ie She. He also established his own band, Suara Harapan, which played on
1000-432: The instrumental theme " Lief Ambon " (also called " Love Ambon "), composed by George de Fretes , a renowned musician of Indo-European descent. The two themes were reportedly chosen by President Sukarno . RRI is designated as public broadcasting institution per Act No. 32 of 2002 on Broadcasting, which defined as a "legal entity established by the state; has independent, neutral, not commercial (characteristics); and has
1040-471: The mobile app offering RRI 30" citizen journalism and BeYoung. This conflict began when there was a handover report (BAST) of state property in the form of land from LPP RRI to Ministry of Religion of Indonesia (Kemenag) Number 774/DU/05/2017 dated 9 May 2017, in where LPP RRI handed over a plot of land in Cimanggis , Depok , West Java covering an area of 1,425,889 square metres (more than 142 hectares) to
1080-525: The nation. The network is supported by roughly 90 local stations, the largest of any radio network in the country. Through its overseas broadcasting division Voice of Indonesia , RRI also provides information about Indonesia to people around the world. Its funding primarily comes from annual state budget approved by the parliament, advertisement, and other services. RRI was established on 11 September 1945 by several figures who previously operated several Japanese radio stations in 6 cities. A meeting attended by
1120-464: The national capital in Jakarta and began working for Produksi Film Negara (PFN), the national film company. When the studio was producing its film Rakjat Memilih ( The People Choose ), Tobing was asked to find some singers to provide a soundtrack. He brought Soryana, Tiur, and Ellen Hutabarat, the daughters of a distant relative. Using the name Sinondang Tapian Nauli, the trio also performed in hotels in
1160-515: The official Indonesian radio Rights of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. In March 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia , RRI use the tagline Radio Tanggap Bencana COVID-19 (COVID-19 Disaster Responsive Radio). By the tagline, the network announced their efforts to combat the pandemic by providing accurate and reliable information, and supporting the actions of government of Indonesia during
1200-438: The oil company until the end of the occupation in 1945. During the ensuing Indonesian National Revolution , he returned to Tarutung and worked at a shop. With his uncle, Remus, and brother Douglas, Gordon established the band Rimba Boys, which played Hawaiian-style music. Gordon played the bass and ukulele, while Douglas performed the vocals. In 1950, following Dutch recognition of Indonesia's independence, Gordon Tobing left for
1240-408: The pandemic. A proposed new Broadcasting Act ( Undang-Undang Penyiaran ) currently in the making would merge RRI with its fellow public broadcaster TVRI unto a unified firm RTRI ( Radio Televisi Republik Indonesia , Radio [and] Television of the Republic of Indonesia). All RRI radio stations sign on with the musical theme "Mars Jakarta" (Jakarta March). Similarly, it closes every day with
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1280-893: The process of building UIII in Cimanggis had already begun; which resulted in damage to the RRI short wave transmitter "fider line" which has been ongoing since the end of last year. On 20 December 2018, the President Director of RRI 2016–2021, Muhammad Rohanudin, sent a letter to the Religion Minister, Lukman Hakim Saifuddin regarding this matter which was not in accordance with the promises and commitments agreed in article 3 and article 6 of BAST. RRI has occupied land in Cimanggis since 1958. From 2002 to 2012, RRI successively experienced civil lawsuits from outside parties regarding this land. However, court decisions have repeatedly ruled in favor of RRI. Until decision Number 99/Pdt/2012/PT.Bandung
1320-627: The programmes Panggung Gembira and Sekuntum Melati. In 1953 Tobing travelled with an Indonesian cultural envoy to the 4th World Festival of Youth and Students , held in Bucharest , Romania . At the event he sang "Sinanggar Tulo" and "Embun", as well as " Rayuan Pulau Kelapa ". He recorded this last song in the USSR , where it became popular. During bus trips with the cultural envoys, he would often begin playing his guitar and call on his fellows to sing. The dancer Irawati Durban Ardjo recalled that this helped both
1360-477: The stage and into the watching crowds, carrying his guitar and singing seemingly without any difficulty. He generally performed Batak-language songs, including "Sing Sing So" and "Butet". Jennifer Lindsay, writing in 2012, describes Tobing as immortalizing the former. Tobing refused to take contract work with hotels or bars, and when he wrote songs he often refused to record or market them. This limited him financially, and he and his family lived with his in-laws in
1400-547: The station delegates at Adang Kadarusman house on Menteng resulted in the decision to set up Radio Republik Indonesia by choosing Abdul Rahman Saleh as the first general manager. In February 1946, RRI was placed under the Department of Information, and immediately became a tool for the newly established national government during Indonesian National Revolution . Domestic Dutch-language broadcasts were discontinued in 1954. The RRI central station in Jakarta became one of
1440-505: The steps taken by the supervisory board were criticized by Esa Unggul University political communications expert Jamiluddin Ritonga. According to him, these accusations should not immediately be used as a basis for judging RRI, because of its status as public media. RRI, according to Ritonga, must "protect all elements of society" and "should not be like during the New Order era, which was clearly
1480-482: The vital objects captured by the 30 September Movement on 1 October 1965. In that morning, RRI reported about the September 30 Movement aimed at high-ranking officers who were members of the "Council of Generals" who were about to stage a coup against the government, and announced the formation of "Revolutionary Council" led by Lt. Col. Untung. In late 1960s, private radio stations were established and effectively ended RRI's monopoly on radio broadcasting. However, during
1520-462: Was accepted by LPP RRI, the plaintiff did not submit any other legal remedies. In early 2021, President Director of RRI 2016-2021 Muhammad Rohanudin registered to become the supervisory board of RRI 2021-2026 and was declared to have passed the initial selection. Rohanudin was accused by some parties on behalf of RRI employees of having a "bad track record" during his tenure, including allegations of nepotism, mismanagement and abuse of authority. This
1560-465: Was held at the Sahid Hotel in Jakarta the following month. Tobing was self-taught. As such, according to Tempo , the arrangement of his songs was unremarkable and his guitar-playing skills were not spectacular. The magazine attributes his success to his stage presence and ability to bring joy to any occasion. It describes him as surprising audiences by refusing to use a microphone and by walking off
1600-595: Was working for an oil company there. After graduating, Gordon Tobing went to Tarutung to live with his mother and siblings. In 1942, following the Japanese occupation of the Dutch East Indies , his father came for him and brought Gordon to Plaju, Palembang, to work at the oil company. During this period he also became a member of the Orkes Bunga Rampai musical group, under Iskandar. Gordon Tobing remained with
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