Coyote

Sivadon Bldg., 1/2 Soi Convent, Silom Rd., 02-631-2324. Open daily 11am-1am. BTS Saladeang
With their seven-day happy hour (buy-one-get-one-free margarita: Mon-Fri 3pm-7pm and Sat-Sun 11am-7pm), getting held up by the rain at this Mexican-themed joint may actually be the best thing that happens to you all day. Plus the ultra-bright décor should brighten up any cloudy moods.

Saxophone Pub

3 Phayathai Rd., 02-246-5472. Open daily 9am-1:30am. www.saxophonepub.com. BTS Victory Monument
Having just celebrated its 24-year anniversary, this place is the city’s institution for jazz lovers and musicians alike. Thanks to its tight lineup across the week, led by the go-to saxophonist Mr. Koh Saxman and renowned producer Neung Jakkawal, you’re guaranteed a fun hip-swaying session whenever the rain forces you to swing by.

The Black Swan

326/8-9 Sukhumvit Rd., 02-626-0257. Open daily 11:30-1am. BTS Asok
With its homely wood furniture, vintage bric a brac and fireplace, this two-story English pub, right under the BTS, will definitely help warm you up on a rainy day. While you’re there, take advantage of the happy hour (daily from 2pm-7pm) and knock back a couple of pints from as cheap as B100.

Cocowalk

Phayathai Rd. (opposite Asia Hotel). BTS Ratchathewi
This enclave of lao pan (liquor shaken with ice served in a jug) joints and laid-back eateries is mostly frequented by flip-flop-wearing uni students – great footwear for rain-flooded streets. A perfect place to while away the hours until the storm passes.

As a child: Happy.
First job: Kitchen porter.
Rule for life: Conceive, believe, achieve.
Path to inner peace: Self belief.
Stupidest trend: Skinny jeans.
Best joke you’ve ever heard: Why was six afraid of seven? Because seven ate nine.
Best chat-up line: My mate wants to know if you fancy me.
Favorite Bangkok sound/noise: Ladyboys shrieking.
Most inspirational person: Peter Crouch.
Most annoying thing you have to encounter everyday: My mate Robbie the Pirate.
Favorite website: www.lamebook.com.
Listening to: The Who.
Last lie: The Peter Crouch thing.
Would like to be remembered as: Funny dude.
When you’re not performing: Psychotherapy.
In 20 years: Not living in Pattaya with a much younger lady, hopefully.

Punchline Comedy Show  at The Bull’s Head

What can we expect at your show?
Our show is a journey through the jazz swing era, so expect to hear classic hits from the time when big band music was hot and popular. We’ll be recreating the magical sounds of those big bands and playing well-known tunes like “In The Mood,” “Fly Me To The Moon” and “Tuxedo Junction.” We are also thrilled to have a Thai singer, Passaya Khiewpluang, who will perform some of the jazz compositions by King Bhumibol Adulyadej in unique arrangements by the Biggles Big Band
How did Biggles Big Band come about?
Back in 1985, a group of young enthusiastic big band devotees decided to start a swinging big band performing our favorite music. We ended up with the name Biggles, which is the main character in the adventure books written by Captain W.E. Johns.
Who are some of your musical idols?
My favourite musicians are band leaders Count Basie and Duke Ellington, bass player Ray Brown, jazz singers Frank Sinatra and Anita O’Day.
You have been in the music scene for over three decades, what do you think has contributed to that success?
I’ve always played the music I like. With the Dutch Swing College Band, Holland’s most famous traditional jazz band, we play traditional jazz music and with Biggles Big Band we recreate the music of the famous big bands like Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey and Count Basie. Our audiences like our music and keep asking for more.
What are some of your favorite pieces to perform?
My favourite piece is definitely “I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” sung by our crooner, Arnold Auée.

Catch Adrie Braat at Biggles Big Band

What’s your story, how did you become a party photographer?
I’ve always been a party animal, but back then I wasn’t allowed into clubs because I was too young. So I equipped myself with a camera and told them I was there to shoot the party.

And it worked?
Of course. People just kind of left me alone because they thought I was with the party organizers.

When did you start doing it professionally?
In 2005. Thanks to my raging party habit, Note from Dudesweet asked if I would be interested in doing it on a regular basis. There weren’t many party photographers in those days, so I jumped at the chance.

Who else do you work for?
I also shoot for Club Soma, Moderndog and some alcohol brands when they have an event.

What’s your favorite thing to shoot?
People who go to a party to genuinely have a good time—their feelings are real.

What’s your least favorite thing to shoot?
Celebs and poseurs.

Tell us about Nocturne
Note came up with this project. He wanted to chronicle the Dudesweet parties and show the faces of Dudesweet’s club-goers, which have changed over time. My photos usually capture the peak of the party whereas Peducck’s tend to focus on the before and after.

Check out Nocturne now at WTF Gallery & Café.

99 Problems - Hugo: We’re digging this old-school, bluesy re-interpretation of Jay-Z’s hard-hitting original.

Dogs Day Are Over (Yeasayer Remix) - Florence + The Machine: Apart from Lady Gaga’s meat dress, who can forget Florence Welch’s ethereal live performance of this anthem at the VMA? Here’s a slightly tamer treatment of the song courtesy of psych-pop indie outfit Yeasayer.

Alors On Danse - Stromae: A stoned-looking Belgian/Rwandan dude rapping in French over Eurodance beats: it’s so wrong but it’s oh-so-right.

Interstellar - Gramaphone Children: Remixer Jaree Thanapura of Gramaphone Children, pays homage to the glorious 80s he grew up in with this electro sythpop.

Hands - The Ting Tings: The delight-ful Brit duo is back, delivering their usual quirky fun.

24.7 - Singular: Former choir crooner Sin and acoustic guitarist Nut manage to create a decent piece of bossa nova without falling back on Michael Jackson’s back catalogue.

2 Trees - Foals: The Oxford postpunk quintet delivers yet another serving of melancholy, topped with a good chunk of heartbreaking strings. It’s the same somberness we loved in previous single “Spanish Sahara.”

Just the Way You Are - Bruno Mars: Leave Bieber to the tweens and embrace the more soulful and age-appropriate Bruno Mars.

Leave It Here - Singto Numchoke: If you’re not already by the sea, this breezy number by our very own Jason Mraz will make you wish you were.

I Want You - Cee-Lo Green: Taking a break from Gnarls Barkley, the king of neo-soul rolls out a smooth hum-along from his upcoming solo album The Lady Killer.

Technique & medium: Site-specific sculpture installation, wood and taffeta.

What’s the background to this piece?
This exhibition showcases artworks by the Thai artists who have or are still studying or working in Germany. I did my bachelor and master degrees in Germany, and I am currently living there so I was invited to participate in this exhibition. Since I work a lot with site-specific installation, Second Class is based on the venue itself, which is the exit of the BACC’s ninth floor.

What was your inspiration?
The piece is inspired by professor Chatree Prakitnantakarn’s book Art and Architecture of the People’s Party. The architecture during that period was clearly minimalistic and supported the notion of “form follows function.” I love looking at the structure of buildings and how different elements come together to form architecture. It’s intriguing how architecture can reflect many things about our society such as the economy, social issues and civilization.

You piece consists of two major components, what are they and how does their relationship help you achieve your concept?
The first part you see at the exit/entrance makes use of real material like unpolished and unpainted pieces of wood. I want them to vaguely reflect the ramshackle wooden houses you typically found along a canal. The other component is designed to give a stark contrast with its imposing, abstract symmetry. The yellow taffeta symbolizes the many aspects of the Orient like religion and monarchy. Together they should provide a conflicting experience for the viewers, walking through a somberly-lit wooden canopy to reach an unidentifiable, bright yellow object.

What will the viewers get out of this piece?
One good thing about a site-specific installation is that it’s open to interpretation. People react to materials differently depending on their individual experience. The only clue I’m giving away is the title of this piece, then it’s up to them to analyze and come up with their own interpretation.

Return Ticket: Thailand-Germany exhibition with Preechaya Siripanich

Why did you choose to play piano?
I didn’t really choose it but, like my two older brothers, I was forced by my parents to practice at least 30 minutes per day when I was growing up. It wasn’t until much later that I actually started to like it.

Who’s your musical idol and why?
Oscar Peterson. He has a superb timing and he fills his bebop lines with a lot of blues. I like blues and it is essential for a good jazz musician.

What are you bringing to the Jazz Up Festival?
Expect to hear some pieces written by my idol Oscar Peterson, and also some Chopin arrangements.

Talking about Chopin, we heard that you’re putting a jazzy twist on his works?
It’s a surprise. You can find out more about that in my new CD or come to see the performance.

What’s next for you?
I’ll still be travelling a lot during the new few months. I’ll play in Japan, South America, New York, Poland and Siberia. Next year, however, I’ll probably perform the Chopin program in the theaters back in my home country the Netherlands.

Catch Peter Beets at Jazz Up Bangkok Festival