Entertainment Behind Closed Doors Okay, Gov’t Clarifies
BANGKOK — Officials have clarified that entertainment in the private sector is free to continue if it takes place behind closed doors.
Bangkok, Famed Capital of Free-Wheeling Fun, Goes Dark Indefinitely (Photos)
BANGKOK — In Bangkok's red light district Soi Cowboy, 7pm is usually the beginning of a long, neon night of music and enticement. But on Thursday’s historical night of Oct. 13, it was the end.
What’s Canceled, Closed and Open in Bangkok During Mourning Period (Updated)
BANGKOK — In the wake of His Majesty King Bhumibol’s death Oct. 13, the authorities have called for 30 days without entertainment.
Techno for the End of the World Tonight at Studio Lam
Nolens.Volens latest project is an event called _Cosm that aims to bring the best in dark and banging techno, or music for a post-apocalyptic world. The event already hosted techno royalty with DJ Ben Sims and Kirk Degorgio.
Rain Ticket: Dragon’s 4 Party Picks For Friday Night
This week I’m Kevin Costner to guide you through Bangkok’s Waterworld in search of salvation through a bangin’ club night or two.
Kill a Sound With Reggae Appreciation Society
Reggae in Thailand? Though its roots are in 1960s Jamaica, the music has found its way into the hearts of people around the world including Thailand, where a vibrant scene which has spawned homegrown artists, DJs and festivals.
Turntablists Spin On at Underground Hip-Hop’s Home ‘Tha Beatlounge’
Outside of the underground scene, many know Spydamonkee as the official DJ for superstar rapper Joey Boy, an occupation he’s had for over 10 years. But his original claim to fame came in 1997, when he he was the second DJ to represent Thailand at the DMC World Finals, a DJ competition where the best turntablists in the world compete for supremacy.
Funk All Night With Bangkok’s ‘Gramaphone Children’
Speaking English in a husky drawl somewhere between his native Kentucky and Malibu beach, Jaree is a mass of contradictions happily occupying one loud shirt at a time. His mop of long hair and slacker aesthetic belie a technical perfectionist who hovers over every knob, slider and setting in his studio to get it all just right.
Books and Booze: Inside RCA’s ‘Not Boring’ Hybrid Bookstore (Photos)
BANGKOK — While the place makes sense at night, it’s unclear what to do on RCA when the sun is out. Those waiting for showtimes at House RCA have had little more to do than eat 25-baht omelettes or wander around Tops Supermarket.
Kontraband’s Nights Are Dark and Full of Bass
Think of those house parties when your mates’ parents were on vacation. The ones where everyone was drunk, people made out in the bathroom,...
