Israeli-born American songwriter Eef Barzelay, founder of the band Clem Snide, plays two gigs in Bangkok. The first one on Jun 18 takes place at The Space at 8pm, giving you an excuse to cross over to the other side of the river. The Jun 19 gig takes place at Fatty's Bar & Diner at 8pm, with local support by Gardener Twins and Matthew Fischer. Limited tickets available. See here for more indie gigs coming up this week.
The launch of the photobook at Cho Why, compiling photos taken by Australian photographer Nicolas Axelrod and Austrian journalist Denise Hruby. The book gives a different insight into modern-day Cambodia during a period of transition. This was a project funded through crowd-funding. It will be available for purchase on the night.
French artist and architect Bruno Tanquerel's solo exhibition at the new Sofitel Sukhumvit gallery features his contemporary artwork in the style of Paul Klee, with abstract lines that touch upon human relationships. Opens on Jun 18 at 6pm.
B100 entry to see Apartment Khunpa members doing their one-off, vinyl-only set. Expect some luk thung-luk krung music, soul and Latin funk. Party kicks off at 9pm.
No need to cry if your flight to Tokyo got canceled. Get your piece of Tokyo art at the Jam Factory ( 41/1-2 Charoennakorn Rd.) this Jun 19, with the opening of Shibukaru Matsuri goes to Bangkok. The hip collaborative exhibition features 2 and 3D illustrations, video installations and fashion designs by 10 up-and-coming female designers and artists from Japan alongside seven Thai female artists selected by Practical Design Studio. It opens at 7pm, with a live painting show by Ai Madonna and Ly, a fashion show by Norikonakazato and a live outdoor gig by the indie girl-power group Yellow Fang. Busy that day? The exhibition runs through Jun 28.
Expect around 200 stalls spread across CentralWorld Square across the weekend, with food stalls recommended by local food bloggers, lightings and dance music till late.
The renamed Mansion House RCA plays host to a party by Obey clothing, featuring music by LA DJs Free the Robots and Roam Elsewhere plus Quay Records' DJ Pichy.
A two-part contemporary dance production that examines human interaction with urban landscapes. Metasystems is choreographed by James Batchelor, featuring eight Thai and Australian performers. Fractals is choreographed by Navinda Pachimsawat Vadtanakovint, which portrays the mechanical aspects of our existence, with support of Australia-Thailand Institute Grant. B200 tickets for students. Bookings at [email protected] or 086-300-2081.
Two arty nights of movement-based performances, featuring a duet by Cerissa Nyen and Vidura Amranand, a local quartet, plus a photo exhibition by Wichaya Artamat. B250 on the second night, with one free drink at the late-night party with DJ Eyes Cafe and Synchro System.
The brand new High Voltage Pop-Up Club on 2/F at Badmotel becomes the stage for seven local DJs - Bassyouth, Chote, Dogs on the Turns, Junesis, Kova O' Sarin, Krit Morton and Ronn. Entry is B100, and party starts at 8pm. Expect underground house and techno.
Party organizer Kolour makes a big comeback this Jun 20 with the launch of its new nightlife concept that promises to go beyond the Bangkok clubbing norm. Sunn is a nine-hour music fest with three music zones and a lineup packed with some of the most well-known Bangkok-based DJs, plus special headliner German DJ KowieSix from Moonbootica. Expect oodles of killer visuals, gourmet food and craft beers. Online tickets are all sold out, so better head over to Live RCA early for final B800 passes at the door.
Experimental, instrumental rock sounds by local acts Aire, Hope the flowers and W Map. Tickets only available at the door. Show up early as spaces are very limited.
Dancers from all around the country and overseas compete to win the first prize of B18,000 at Live House Studio Bangkok. The semi-finals will take place around 8pm along with a dance party, "Go Grrrls' Riot Grrrl House." by DJ Dookie and DJ Maehappyair, from 8:30pm till late.
DJs Dragon, Supersonic, Tul Apartment Khunpa, Tob Bangkok Invaders and Gift Okb come together at this Bangkok DJ Conference, organized by UFO and Absolut. A two-hour exchange platform for DJs in the Thai circuit, and those interested in the scene.
Thavibu Gallery opens a new exhibition this Saturday, featuringthe work of Burmese artist Aung Kyaw Htet, who paints the journey of rice, from plantation to how rice is used in religious and non-religious contexts.
Studio Lam hosts a special live set by Hokkaido-based DJ Naohito Uchiyama, with local support by Giant Swing DJs Masa Niwayama and NK Chan. Entry is B200. Party starts at 9pm.
It gets bigger every year for Thailand Independent Bookstore Week, now moving into its third year. Fifty-five indie bookstores across the country, many of which you probably didn’t know existed, will be holding special events, talks and sales during Jun 20-28. See our roundup of the activities held in Bangkok here.
Celebrating the International Day of Yoga, the Embassy of India organizes a mass yoga event at the playground opposite the main auditorium, with all participants receiving a T-shirt, yoga mat, energy drink, snack pack, milk and water. Class starts at 7:30am. RSVP at [email protected]. Stay tuned for our roundup of Yoga studios in Bangkok.
The Austrian jazz vocalist, who's toured around the Netherlands with the Euro Big Band and performed at jazz festivals around Europe, holds an intimate show in Bangkok before heading to Phuket for the Jazz for Nepal concert.
Haven’t got plans after your late Sunday brunch this Jun 21? Head over to Charoenkrung from 4pm onwards for a chilled backyard sale of vintage clothing, small furniture, art and handicraft items hosted by the trending shop-houses of Chinatown's Soi Nana. After a successful first edition, Soi Nana Craft & Jumble Trail returns with a food-heavy lineup of local food trucks, Thai barbecue, snacks, local kombucha and craft beers. Here’s your chance to see the new establishments like 23 Bar & Gallery and Tep Bar, and revisit old favorites like El Chiringuito and Cho Why.
HOF Art Residency of Phra Khanong's W District brings over lots of vinyl stores from around the city, with music provided by DJs Masa, Moola, Mae Happyair, Chamapoo Chamapy and Tul Apartment Khunpa from 4pm till late.
