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)