There's a ton of great indie gigs coming up in Bangkok
From Swedish indie-pop to Thai folk and harsh electronics, these next few weeks offer plenty for the discerning gig-goer.
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JUN 18-19: CLEM SNIDE LIVE
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 at the bar.
Jun 18, The Space, Khlong San Market (Above 7-Eleven), Charoennakorn. B600 (one free drink).
Jun 19, Fatty's Bar & Diner, 598/66 Asoke Din Daeng Rd. B600 (one free drink). MRT Rama 9.
Jun 19: Shibukaru Matsuri goes to Bangkok
No need to cry if your flight to Tokyo got canceled. Get your piece of Tokyo art at the Jam Factory 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 upand- 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.
The Jam Factory. 41/1-2 Charoennakorn Rd. Free.
Jun 20: 1979 LIVE//JUNE EXPERIMENTAL
Experimental, instrumental rock sounds by local acts Aire, Hope the Flowers (see video above) and W Map. Tickets only available at the door. Show up early as spaces are very limited.
Jun 20, 6pm. 1979 Vinyls and Unknown Pleasures, 4/F, Black Amber, Sukhumvit Soi 55 (Thonglor), between sois 5 and 7. B100.
JUN 25: THAI FOLK: TUGSUK AND YOUTH BRUSH
The gig is a part of Rumbustion, a series of creative events sponsored by Bacardi featuring DJs, live music, food and performances with a special Bacardi rum cocktail on the night. This edition features two distinctive local indie folk bands.
Jun 25, 9pm. WTF Gallery & Cafe, 7 Sukhumvit Soi 51, 02-662-6246. Free. BTS Thong Lo.
JUN 26: WILDERNESS - VALLSUNDET 1924
The album release party for the Stockholm-based indie pop group, with performances by local indie groups Aerolips, Hariguem Zaboy and Lala. Tickets only available at the door.
Jun 26, 9pm. The Beer Cap, RCA Block C, 21/66 Soi Soonvijai, Rama 9 Rd., 02-641-4544. B200 (one free drink).
JUN 27: PRIMEVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL
An intimate live electronic music fest featuring creative performances by Oake, Koichi Shimizu, Highlag, Stylish Nonsense and more. Barbecue and live music from 5pm onwards.
Jun 27, 5pm. Live RCA Bangkok, Rama 9 Rd., 086-860-0808. B400 (one free Pistonhead Lager).
JUN 27: BETTY FOLKS BANGKOK
A mini folk music festival featuring artists Gabriel Lynch, Soranut Masayavanich, Ben Edwards, Jeff Baker, Eico and Alex Sypsomos, plus local craft beers by Uppercut Brews and live art by Joe Delaney on the night. Also coincides with the launch of John Will Sail's debut solo album, The City Sea.
Jun 27, 8pm. Bangkok Betty, G/F, Holiday Inn, 1 Sukhumvit Soi 22, 02-663-4223. Free. BTS Phrom Phong.
JUL 4: POW! FEST
Ending our round-up is Parinam Music's first official mini-music festival at Live House BKK features guest artists from indie labels like Smallroom and Panda Records. The lineup includes electronic pop act Gym & Swim, Slur, The Fin, Summer Dress, Seal Pillow, Aire, Hariguem Zaboy, Wave and So, Fwends and Safe Planet. Early bird tickets at B500 through Jun 30.
Jul 4, 4pm. JJ Green, 110/46 Lad Phrao Soi 18, 086-331-5657-8. B500-700 from Thaiticketmajor. BTS Mo Chit.
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