The Black Brothers were formed in Jayapura, West Papua, in the mid-1970s. Their politically-relevant music resonated with West Papuans who were seeking greater autonomy and expressing their identity in the face of Indonesian rule. The name "Black Brothers" itself symbolized a sense of brotherhood among Black people, particularly West Papuans, according to the band members. In 1979, the band members, facing increasing pressure from the Indonesian government, went into exile, first to...
