DJ ManEatSunShine (REC. Records) spins a vinyl-only set spanning esoteric sounds from Asia, African and Latin America.

 

 

The international multi-plantinum singer performs in Bangkok as part of her Dangerous Woman tour, promising hits like "Break Free," "Love Me Harder" and "Problem."

 

The French indie-rock band, best known for their sound that traverses synth-pop, alternative rock and new wave, make their Bangkok debut to perform tracks from their latest album Ti Amo. Tickets are sold out. 

 

 

The Japan Foundation presents an exhibition exploring the origin of Japanese manga curated by Ito Yu and Takahashi Mizuki. Featuring works by artists such as Shiriagari Kotobuk, Yokoyama Yuichi, Igarashi Daisuke, Okadaya Tetuzoh, Nishijima Daisuke, Ichikawa Haruko and Kyo Machiko. After Bangkok, the event moves onto Chiang Mai (Oct) and Hatyai (Nov).

 

Aug 17-Nov 22. g23, 2-3/F, Srinakharinwirot University, 114 Sukhumvit Soi 23, 02-649-5000. Free

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Friday (Aug 18)

A live show from punk and hardcore bands the Story of the Stoners, The Greed, Jimmy Revolt, Hatemonday and Monument the X.

 

 

Rising artists Alyn, Buhonero Clandestino and the Fluer Wiber Band perform live.

 

 

DJs Ska, RabbitDisco, Tatexpression, Deejai, Parkin and Wutti spin a mash of funk, disco and boogie tunes.

 

 

Sasapin Siriwanij, in collaboration with Surachai Petsangrot, performs a "live sculpting of art in movement" inspired by Jarunun Phantachat’s experimental showpiece The Test of Endurance. With a photography exhibition by Wichaya Artamat

Aug 18-20. WTF Gallery & Cafe, 7 Sukhumvit Soi 51, 02-662-6246. B300

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Saturday (Aug 19)

The indie-pop band launch their self-titled debut album. Tickets are sold out.

 

 

The night when some of the coolest galleries in town stay open late returns, featuring some 11 art spaces around Silom and Charoenkrung.

 

 

Uthis Heamamool presents his new series of figurative paintings, with an artist talk on opening night for those who wants to learn more about the creative process and concepts behind the work.

 

 

American R&B group All-4-One perform '90s hits like "I Swear," with support from Pek Palitchoke, K-Group and Jamdee.

 

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Sunday (Aug 20)

Silom's fine-dining instituion Eat Me showcases biodynamic sustainable organic wines from around the world alongside live music. Ticket gets you 15 tasting pours, available at Ticketmelon.com.

 

 

The Ladprao record store hosts a one-day sale of vinyl records. Free 7-inch vinyl with purchases over B400.