BK Weekend: What's on in Bangkok this May 9-11
Museum Siam fills with music, Ratchaprasong turns arty, a farmers' market pops up by the river and a design festival takes place in Siam. You'll just want to be everywhere this weekend.
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Delicate Collective (May 9)
The Delicate collective presents four intriguing local electronic and experimental acts, Cut The Crab, Space360, White Noise and Catflaps n’ Trodza, at the arty bar Jam.
Grab a hipster friend and head down to Cosmic Cafe as DJs Maft Sai, Masa Niwayama and The Dude take you on a tour of world music, playing dance numbers from Jakarta and Khon Kaen to Kingston and Sana’a.
Animals Planet (May 9-Jun 8)
Bangkok-based street artist Bonus TMC, whose recent work atop the W-District complex can be spotted from BTS Phra Kanong (and recently graced our cover), showcases a collection of new and old artworks at his first solo exhibition. Opening party on May 9, 7pm.
Noise Market II (May 10-11)
The first hosting of this flea marketcum-music festival on the lawn of the Museum of Siam was a real success, despite the thundery downpours. The Noise Market returns this weekend, come rain or shine. Expect over 30 indie acts including the likes of Natee Sridokmai and Lek Proud, a talk from director Nawapol Thamrongrattanarit, as well as the chance to shop for handicrafts, vinyl and music-related merchandise. It’s also a great excuse to check out the excellent museum.
Postiljonen (May 10)
The Swedish dream pop trio gained quite a lot of cachet among indie heads last year thanks to wistful tracks like “Atlantis” “Supreme” and “All That We Had Is Lost.” Their ethereal electro-tinged sound has drawn comparison with shoegazers such as M83 and Sigur Ros. You can now make your own mind up as they play Cosmic Café, courtesy of Popscene. Making things even more exciting, they'll be supported by three of Bangkok's brightest new bands: Cut the Crab, Deconnextor and Cloud Behind.
Bangkok Farmers’ Market at The Vue (May 10-11)
The much-loved market brings the usual quality local produce to a new location right by the Chao Phraya River.
The Big Trees Project and Bang Kachao residents have arranged a bike trip and discussion to express their concern and raise awareness of the potential harm to the capital's scarce green space.
Living Art Festival 2014 @ Ratchaprasong (through Jun 8)
Living Art Festival 2014 @ Ratchaprasong (through Jun 8)
The annual art festival held at around the Ratchaprasong district sees 32 artists from around the globe who fill the pavilion with 3D paintings, living statues and tape art.
Bangkok Design Festival 2014 (through May 31)
Rescheduled due to the political unrest, the Bangkok Design Festival 2014 finally starts this week in and around the Siam area. Check out thesis design exhibitions at Siam Center and Siam Discovery. Catch a lecture by renowned Japanese designers Tim Kobe and Steve Jobs’ former colleague Jo Nagasaka at Siam Paragon on May 10. Or see the Movies on Design film screenings which start at BACC from May 20.
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