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With "Heboh" meaning "rowdy," the genre naturally draws controversy. Religious organizations and local government bodies in South Sulawesi, a predominantly Muslim region, have occasionally tried to regulate the scene.

This paper examines Dangdut Makasar Heboh (DMH), a localized, high-energy subgenre of Indonesian dangdut music that has become a defining feature of urban entertainment and lifestyle in Makassar, South Sulawesi. Combining the signature electronic beats of dangdut with Bugis-Makassar musical elements, provocative dance movements ( goyang heboh ), and extravagant stage spectacles, DMH is more than a musical genre—it is a social phenomenon. Drawing on ethnographic observations, media analysis, and existing literature, this paper argues that DMH reflects the aspirations, tensions, and agency of lower-middle-class urban communities. It serves as a vehicle for economic mobility for performers, a site of moral contestation in a Muslim-majority region, and a dynamic expression of local identity amidst national pop culture hegemony. Dangdut Bugil Makasar Heboh

: A popular dangdut koplo figure whose live performances, such as those with , have a significant following in the Makassar region. With "Heboh" meaning "rowdy," the genre naturally draws

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: The term "Heboh" refers to the chaotic, festive atmosphere of live shows, characterized by spirited dancing and communal celebration.

: Beyond outdoor festivals, specialized cafes and lounges in Makassar cater to this lifestyle, offering a more permanent space for fans to enjoy live "heboh" entertainment.

Dangdut, Indonesia’s most popular genre of music, has long been a site of cultural contestation. Born from a fusion of Malay, Indian, and Arabic influences, it is often celebrated as the "music of the masses." However, the genre's performance style—particularly the art of goyang (swaying or dancing)—frequently straddles the line between artistic expression and eroticism.