
The album received an inspiring recognition from Yusuf Kalla but the band didn't receive it as the band's appearance in Presidential Palace, didn't follow the correct procession protocol. Ungu released a mini album, SurgaMu to celebrate Ramadhan in December 2006. Other albums and activity (2005–present) With the successful airplay from another hits likes Seperti Yang Dulu, Tercipta Untukku, Sejauh Mungkin, and Aku Bukan Pilihan Hatimu, this album able to got double platinum certification. The album received good reviews from both Malaysian and Indonesian critics. Malaysian's Suria Records who owns Siti Nurhaliza, won the copyright. The single received massive airplay in both Indonesia and Malaysia which causes 4 record labels in Malaysia to own Ungu's copyright to distribute the album in Malaysia. This new album had put Ungu into the spotlight with their hit single "Demi Waktu". Ungu successfully recorded new materials for their next album in 2005 and released their next album Melayang in December 2005 in Indonesia alone. Ungu has also collaborated with Chrisye in his 2004 album, Senyawa. The album spawned a hit single "Karena Dia Kamu" and "Suara Hati". Ungu released its second album Tempat Terindah in December 2003. His position was replaced by Onci who had just left Funky Kopral. Just before starting the new album, Ekky decided to leave the band in 2003. Even though the album was considered success, it reached Platinum Award after two years of its release date. Their first single "Bayang Semu" was used for a soundtrack in ABG ( RCTI). Ungu released their first full-length album, Laguku on July 6, 2002. Ungu has also released " Hasrat" and "Bunga" for a compilation album, Klik. In 2000, Ungu focused efforts on their debut album.

In 1998, Pasha Akbar left the band and was replaced by Rowman. The original members of the band were guitarist Ekky, bassist Makki, drummer Pasha Akbar Firmasnyah and vocalist Ariyo Wahab. History Formation and early years (1996–1999)

'Purple') is an Indonesian rock band formed in Jakarta in 1996 with Makki as the only remaining original member. Sigit Purnomo Syamsuddin "Pasha" Said (Lead Vocals).Trinity Optima Production (2005–present).Hemaswara Record / Musica Studios (2002–2005).
