no na Preview ‘Island Girl’ with Cinematic Short Film

The Indonesian girl group no na is inviting fans into the vibrant, sonic world of their upcoming debut album, Island Girl, which is set for release on September 18. To mark the occasion, the group has unveiled a 13-minute short film titled “speaker freaker (the long song),” providing a cinematic preview of the project.

The ambitious visual project features snippets from eight tracks off the album, including previously released singles “rollerblade” and “work.” Shot on location across Indonesia—specifically in the bustling urban centers of Jakarta and Yogyakarta—the film captures the country’s stunning coastal landscapes and energetic city life. Musically, the previewed tracks lean into a 2000s-inspired aesthetic, blending Detroit-style Ghettotech with the rhythmic, propulsive influence of traditional Indonesian gamelan.

“‘speaker freaker (the long song)’ is our fun little nod to mixtapes from the ’90s and early 2000s,” the group shared in a statement. “We loved the idea of taking people through the different tracks on Island Girl almost like they’re listening to a mixtape, and giving them a taste of the album before it’s fully out.”

The group, comprised of members Baila, Christy, Esther, and Shaz, described the filming process as an “island girl road trip.” They emphasized that the visual component was essential for grounding the album in their cultural identity. “It was really important for us to bring that Indonesian pride into the visual world of the album and share where we come from,” they noted. “We wanted the introduction to Island Girl to feel fun, playful, and a little unexpected.”

Since the viral success of their January single “work,” the group has rapidly ascended as global representatives of a new pop subgenre they call Island Pop. With Island Girl arriving later this month, the short film serves as a bold, non-traditional introduction to their evolving sound.