By BK staff
| Apr 18, 2018

Thursday, Apr 19

LIVE MUSIC: THE WEDDING PRESENT

The Leeds-hailing indie-rockers who’ve released some 30 LPs since forming in the mid-'80s bring their blazing guitars and angst-ridden lyrics to the stage, supported by Hariguem Zaboy and DJ Fatboy Tim. Tickets are B950 from www.ticketmelon.com/event/wedding-present-live-in-bangkok.

Apr 19. The Public Restaurant & Bar, 491/1 Prasert-Manukitch Rd., 084-019-2442.

ART: A PAINTING EXHIBITION WITH NO TITLE

Abstract Thai artist Somboon Hormtientong, who represented Thailand at the 57th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia with his pieces in “Krung Thep Bangkok,” presents 13 works of art dated between 2012-2017 that show off his expressive, organic and minimal style. The exhibition is held in collaboration with Numthong Sae Tang, of Numthong gallery at Aree, which is hosting a concurrent exhibtion until Apr 30.

Apr 19-Jun 19. PT Gallery, 48-58 Charoenkrung Soi 30, 02-266-4344. For more information, click here.

ART: OBJECTIVLAND

Chiang Mai-based artist Tua Pen Not transforms everyday objects and junk into new functions and forms. Opening reception on Apr 19 from 6pm.

Apr 19-May 31. Case Space Revolution, 2/F, Broccoli Revolution, Sukhumvit Rd. (corner of Soi 49). Free.

NIGHTLIFE: BEAM X GIANT SWING

Guest DJs Rocco Universal and AGATA join Giant Swing residents for a night of everything from psychedelic rhythms to Detroit techno.

Apr 19, 10pm. Beam, 72 Courtyard, Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor). Free.

NIGHTLIFE: Smalls 4th Anniversary Party!

One of the city's best-loved bars celebrates its birthday with tunes from DJs Fredrick Funk, Justin Mills and Izzy Izzy, bites from Gallery Pizza and 25% off bartender Danny Yeung's special drink menu.

Apr 19, 9pm-2am. Smalls, 186/3 Suanphlu Soi 1, 095-585-1398

Friday, Apr 20

ART: MEKONG: A RIVER IN CHAINS

Nicolas Axelrod and Thomas Cristofoletti's collection of photographs, videos and maps warn of the effects of the planned construction of 39 mega-dams along one of Southeast Asia’s most important rivers.

Apr 20, 7pm. Foreign Correspondents' Club of Thailand, Penthouse/F, Maneeya Centre, 508/5 Phloen Chit Rd.

NIGHTLIFE: PZYCHEDELIX

A full night of psychedelic trance from DJs Puffer P, Jack The Jackal and Goa Gummy.

Apr 20, 9:30pm. Glow, 96/4-5 Sukhumvit Soi 23, 086-614-3355. B250 includes one drink.

LIVE MUSIC: JENNY & THE SCALLYWAGS

The acoustic folk band led by Jennifer Lackgren take the stage at 72 Courtyard’s Little Creatures pop-up.

Apr 20, 9:30pm. 72 Courtyard, Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor). Free.

LIVE MUSIC: THE CHARM OF ESAN

The riverside mall welcomes a live performance from Toomturn Molam Group, an act known for its modern take on traditional northeastern Thai roots music.

Apr 20, 5pm. RCB Artery, 1/F, River City, 23 Trok Rongnamkeang, Yotha Rd., 02-237-0077-78.

MARKET: THE GREAT OUTDOOR MARKET

Three days of food, art, boutique clothing and live music at a scenic new location: the green surrounds of Nang Leong Race Course. The event begins 4pm daily, each evening featuring popular headliner bands like Safeplanet, Costlywood, Fwends and Jelly Rocket, to name a few. The organizers are also promising over 60 pop-up cafes, food stalls and trucks, as well as pop-ups from 46 local clothing designers. The best way to get to the festival is the free shuttle boat that runs every 30 minutes from BTS Ratchathewi. Alternatively, the racecourse is a 15-minute taxi ride from BTS National Stadium Station.

Apr 20-22. Nang Leong Race Course, Nakhon Sawan Soi 6. www.fb.com/thegreatoutdoormarket

MARKET: CHEEZE POP-UP MARKET

The hipster’s favorite fashion market returns with secondhand fashion, influencer’s shops and accessories, plus all the usual food trucks.

Apr 20-22, 4-10pm. CentralWorld, 999/9 Rama 1 Rd. Free.

NIGHTLIFE: YUNG BAE

As part of Bangkok Arts & Music Month (BAMM), a series of indie concerts spread out at different venues from Apr 20-May 18, the eccentric American beatmaker performs live. Update: The show is sold out.
Apr 20. Noma BKK, RCA. B590. ticketmelon.com/live/bammbkk

Saturday, Apr 21

LIVE MUSIC: EXPERIMENTAL EDGE

Left-field, abstract experimental sounds from k..k. (Argentina) feat. PANIN (Thailand), Whoknowswhocares (Germany), Flex Off (UK), Thom AJ. MadsoN (Thailand) and F- (Thailand).

Apr 21, 8pm. Jam, Charoen Rat Soi 1. BTS Surasak. B200.

NIGHTLIFE: THE INVASION

6 of Bangkok’s finest DJs (Mizuyo, Victoria, Dan Buri, Kuroten, Coran and Hexer) spin bass-driven techno music across 3 floors.

Apr 21. Whiteline, Silom Rd., 087-061-1117. B300-400 includes 1 drink.

MARKET: 2018 HIGHLAND 4.20

Thailand’s 4th 420 event by Highland will offer a journey through Thai cannabis history, with educational exhibits exploring how cannabis has affected Thailand in medical, social and legal areas. Expect also live music and an organic market.

Apr 21. Fortune Town, Ratchadaphisek Rd. B420-550.

MARKET: BANGKOK FARMERS' MARKET

The chance to shop for organic produce and handcrafted goods straight from the source.

Apr 21-22, 9am-5pm. Sammakorn Place, 3/F, Pure Place Ramkhamhaeng, Ramkhamhaeng Rd. Free.

FAIR: RECORD STORE DAY

Record Store Day (Apr 21), a shady scam to take advantage of earnest new vinyl collectors or a shot in the arm for brick-and-mortar retailers? Click through to our roundup of events and you’ll see that Bangkok’s vinyl scene has never been more vibrant and (for once!) there are actually a handful of events to prove it.

Apr 21. Record stores around Bangkok.

LIVE MUSIC: Vibes Alive

A night of exciting, experimental sounds from Thai and Japanese artists Stylish Nonsense (pictured), Tatsurou Araya, Low Fat and U-Key.

Apr 21, 8pm. 1032/136 Phahon Yothin Soi 18/1, 095-804-4610. B200.

Sunday, Apr 22

LIVE MUSIC: MY LIFE AS ALI THOMAS LIVE SESSION

The indie pop-rock favorites perform a one-hour live set.

Apr 22, 7pm. Nong Taprachan, Chang Chui, Sirindorn Rd. Free.

Ongoing

ART: BLOOD SWEAT BEER PART: MEDIUMRARE

10 street art artists and painters exhibit works meant to signify that neither happiness nor misery lasts forever.

Through Apr 28. Kalwit Studio & Gallery, 119/14 Ruamrudee Soi 2, 02-254-4629. Free.

ART: AT DAWN

Paintings, drawings and mixed-media pieces by young artists Supaporn Chulaka, Ponpassapon Bunyaritthanone, Tan Kositpipat and Terdtanwa Kanama exploring semi-surreal and abstract concepts.

Through Apr 28. Ardel’s Third Place Gallery, 137-137/1 Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor), 02-422-2092. Free.

ART: FROM CHAOPHRAYA TO MAE PING

The watercolor paintings of Saichol Choungbunsri portray the lives and cultures along the rivers.

Through Apr 30. A Day In A Life, 156/1 Tanao Rd., 092-462-8224. Free.

ART: THE SALWEEN GUARDIANS

Photography that exposes the Burmese army's merciless approach to hilltribe minorities.

Through May 5. Maison Close, 397/399 Charoenkrung Soi 45. Free.

ART: CROSSING THE APPEARANCES

Photographer Deborah Metsch exhibits her memories of Africa through half-frame 35mm photos.

Through May 6. The Jam Factory, 41/1-5 Charoen Nakorn Rd., 02-861-0950. Free.

ART: STRANGE LOOPS II: CONFUSION IS NEXT

Through loops, repetition and layering, Pathompon “Mont” Tessprateep offers a visual and thematic exploration of the idea of “mental time travel,” including a portrayal of nomadic noise musician Thom Assajan-Jakgawan.

Through May 13. Gallery Ver, Narathiwat Ratchanakarin Soi 22, 089-988-5890. Free.

ART: 19 BLACK EDITION

Photographer Cherdwood Sakolaya explores the measures man takes to control nature.

Through May 31. Rebel Art Space, Sukhumvit Soi 67, 081-666-8383. Free.

ART: EDEN PART II

Piyatat Hemmatat’s photographs and sculptures draw on the imagery of Eden—serpents, forbidden fruit and the link—in a thought-provoking fashion.

Through Jun 7. Galleria Oasis, 4 Sukhumvit Soi 43, 02-258-7376. Free.

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