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- Bangkok This Week: July 17 - 23
Bangkok This Week: July 17 - 23
We have Buddhist Lent Day coming on Saturday, so this week will be quieter than usual. Also, remember that most bars and nightclubs will be closed on Saturday (but there is always Wongβs of courseβ¦).
π Highlights this week:
Mong Tong from Taiwan playing at Blueprint Livehouse on Wednesday.
Turnstile (US) playing on Thursday.
The βFound Itβ exhibition opening party is on Saturday. Good artists and DJ TORU from GOJA will play music.
β = Recommended
π = Free Admission
π WEDNESDAY 17 JULY
Mong Tong (Taiwan) + JPBS at Blueprint Livehouse on Wednesday
πΈβ LIVE: Mong Tong + Ford Trio
π΅ Mong Tong (TW) (South East Asian Psychedelic)
π΅ JPBS (Instrumental Rock)
Donβt miss Mong Tong from Taipei, Taiwan, on their Thailand tour. Check out a music sample from when they played at KEXP Live.
π 19:30 (Wed)
π« 350 THB
π Blueprint Livehouse
π·π¬ Networking: DrinkEntrepreneurs: The Return!
Reconnect with the tech scene at DrinkEntrepreneurs: The Return! Join C-level founders, developers, marketing specialists, and other entrepreneurs in this relaxed setting.
π 19:00 (Wed)
π« ~450 THB (Tickets)
π Paradise Lost
π§π·π Hip Hop & Wine
City popβs out, Hip Hopβs in! Enjoy a specially curated R&B and Hip Hop playlist while enjoying wine specials in a lovely setting.
π 17:00 (Wed)
π« FREE
π BEAMCUBE
πΈ LIVE: Roots Tone
π΅ Roots Tone (Thai Rocksteady / Reggae)
Enjoy a vibrant blend of rocksteady and reggae with Roots Tone. Formed in 2001, they blend diverse musical backgrounds to create a unique sound.
π 21:00 (Wed)
π« 400 THB (door)
π Studio Lam
π§π Vertigo: 100% Italo Disco
Get swept up in the dizzying spiral of Italo-Disco with a special vinyl DJ set by Carlo Natale from Venice, Italy. Enjoy original sounds from the Radio Base San Marco collection, carefully selected for an unforgettable night.
π§ Carlo Natale (Disco / Italo Disco)
π 20:00 (Wed)
π« FREE
π Culture Cafe
π THURSDAY 18 JULY
Turnstile (US) playing in Bangkok on Thursday
πΈβ LIVE: Turnstile
π΅ Turnstile (US) (Hardcore Punk)
π΅ Whispers (TH) (Hardcore Punk)
Get ready for an electrifying night with Turnstile. This hardcore punk band is set to perform in Bangkok. Their music, aimed at the youth, breaks boundaries. Alums like Time & Space and Glow On have won many awards and secured three Grammy nominations. They will be joined by special guests Whispers from Thaildn.
π 20:00 (doors open)
π« 2,800 THB (Ticketmelon)
π Voice Space
π½οΈ Dining: Miaβs 5th Anniversary
Celebrate Miaβs 5th anniversary with a unique 8-course culinary journey featuring 7 of the best chefs in town, including Nilas from Villa FrantzΓ©n, Garima from GAA, Dan from Cadence, Riley from Canvas, and more.
π 17:00 (Thu)
π« 5,555 ++ THB (wine pairing is 3,150 ++ THB)
π Mia
π§ (Not So) Lonely Girl Club
A special night of DJ sets by five girlfriends, performing together for the first time under the same name. They will be joined by their special guest, Daryll Griggs.
π§ DJ Kade
π§ UBBYIBBY
π§ PANNA
π§ PATRA
π§ SYADHA
π§ Daryll Griggs
π 20:30
π« 300 THB
π Blaq Lyte 11
π¬ Cinema: Movie Premiere
ποΈ Asphalt City (Drama / Thriller) - IMDB
π SF Cinema, Major Cineplex
πΈ LIVE: OATHEAN + METHOD
π΅ OATHEAN (SKR) (Folk / Experimental)
π΅ METHOD (SKR) (Thrash / Melodic Metal)
π΅ Carnivola (Death/Thrash Metal)
π΅ Past of the Pain (Speed Thrash metal)
Experience the rise of Asian metal bands from South Korea.
π 18:00 (doors open)
π« 550 THB (door)
π Immortal Bar
π FRIDAY 19 JULY
Wang Wen + Jambinai live at Lido Connect on Friday
π¨π Art Exhibition Opening: Lightness and Weight
Explore the duality of dreams and reality through Narissara Pianwimungsaβs unique figurative paintings. Her works create an illusion of weight, blending lightness and heaviness, freedom and limitation.
π 18:00-20:00 (Fri)
π« FREE
π JWD Art Space
π§β Nightlife: Eden Burns at BEAMCUBE
Experience an electrifying night with Eden Burns, known for his eclectic blend of house and tech-house music. Hailing from New Zealand, Eden brings his wide-eyed weirdness and club-ready maximalism to the stage.
π§ Eden Burns
π§ Brent Burns
π§ JIRUS
π 20:00 (Fri)
π« 300/600 THB (online/door)
π BEAMCUBE
π¬ Skyline Film: Shawshank Redemption
Enjoy a unique cinematic experience on the rooftop of River City, with panoramic city views from wooden deck chair seats. Whether you come alone or with others, immerse yourself in high-quality audio and video through wireless headphones that cancel out noise. Snacks and drinks are available.
ποΈ Shawshank Redemption (Drama) - IMDB
π 20:00 (movie starts)
π« 500 THB (Ticketmelon)
π River City
π¬ Cinema: Movie Premiere
ποΈ MaXXXine (Crime / Horror) - IMDB
π House Samyan
πΈ LIVE: Differentworlds III
π΅ Iβm Nobody (CH) (Experimental/Electronic)
π΅ Who Cares? (AU) (Experimental Folk)
π΅ Wetdreamsexiciter (RUS) (Ambient/Drone)
π΅ Etienne Brunet & Don Pengboon (FR/TH) (Experimental Electronic Jazz)
A night where arts from different worlds collide and unite. Enjoy unique performances from international and local artists.
π 19:00 (Fri)
π« 300 THB
π House of Tri
πΈ LIVE - Under the Same Skies
π΅ Siam Montage
π΅ Eyesmotion (Shoegaze)
π΅ Deep Dimension
π 17:00 (Fri / doors open)
π« 300 THB (door)
π Noise House
πΈπ LIVE Jazz
π΅ Sunny Rattana + Natt Buntita
Experience the extraordinary talents of virtuoso pianist Sunny Rattana and Thailandβs βfirst lady of jazzβ Natt Buntita. Enjoy a sublime jazz performance with unmatched synergy and captivating scat singing technique.
π 21:00 (Fri)
π« FREE
π Smalls
πΈ LIVE: Volume Livehouse
π΅ Solitude is Bliss (Alt Rock)
π΅ Yellow Fang (Alt Rock / Indie)
π΅ Varis (Alt Pop)
π΅ Secret Police (Cosmic Pop)
π΅ Kmonvish Lawan
Come experience some of the hottest Thai bands. Volume Livehouse showcases 65 bands over 13 days.
π 17:00 (Fri)
π« 450 THB (Tickets)
π The Street Ratchada
πΈπ An Evening of Liberation and Integration
Discover a two-and-a-half-hour concert blending visual and sound diversity from different cultures. Featuring traditional Thai music, modular synthesizers, contemporary classical music and more.
π΅ UNPLUG Ensemble
π΅ Tacet(i) Ensemble
π΅ TYOY Ensemble
π΅ Siravith Kongbandalsuk
π΅ Dirk Johan Stromberg
π΅ Mahakit Mahaniranon
π΅ Sukrit Chomsawat
π΅ Worawan Worachat
π΅ Palindroma
π΅ Thanapat Ryan Ogaslert
π 19:30 (Fri)
π« FREE (Register here)
π Goethe-Institut
πΈ Live Jazz
π΅ HARD BOY (Glam Rock)
π΅ CVPTAIN MORGANS (Punk/Rock)
This one is for all glam rock fans out there! HARD BOYS is a very cool Thai band that takes you back to the 80βs. Nostalgia!
π 19:30 (Fri)
π« 400 THB (Ticketmelon)
π Blueprint Livehouse
πββοΈ Sports: ONE Lumpinee #71
Experience high-level Muay Thai and MMA as top athletes from Thailand and around the world compete.
π 19:30 (Fri)
π« 1,000 - 3,500 THB
π Lumpinee Boxing Stadium (Ramintra)
π¨βπ Exhibition Opening Party: Found It
Join the opening of βFound Itβ at CURU Gallery, featuring Japanese Artist Sadam Yoshizawa. Explore his unique techniques that layer images inspired by cityscapes and street visuals. Guest artists:
π¨ NEV3R (Graffiti/Traditional Painting)
π¨ Gary Gagliano (Abstract Painting)
π¨ Kontorn Satjeekul (Printmaking/Expressionism)
π¨ Wutigorn Kongka (Surreal / Abstract Painting)
π¨ Felix Atkinson (Contemporary Painting)
π§ Music by DJ TORU from GOJA.
π 18:00-21:00 (Sat)
π« FREE
π CURU Gallery (Warehouse 30)
π SATURDAY 20 JULY
Skyline Film cancelled due to bad weather
π¬ Skyline Film - CANCELLED!
Enjoy a unique cinematic experience on the rooftop of River City, with panoramic city views from wooden deck chair seats. Whether you come alone or with others, immerse yourself in high-quality audio and video through wireless headphones that cancel out noise. Snacks and drinks are available.
π CANCELLED!
π« CANCELLED!
π River City
πββοΈπ Run, Jog, & Walk Series
Join theWHOLESOME Hobbies Clubβs free bi-monthly morning session for all fitness levels. Led by Meep Meep Run Club (MMRC), this program offers a fun way to stay active, socialize, and make new friends. Enjoy post-workout coffee and snacks while meeting like-minded people.
π 06:45 (Sat)
π« FREE
π theCOMMONS Sala Daeng
π SUNDAY 21 JULY
Skyline Film is cancelled
πΈ LIVE
π΅ Defeated Sanity (GER) (Technical Brutal Death Metal)
π΅ Encephalitis
π΅ Depressed
Experience the brutal, intricate, and mesmerizing sounds of Defeated Sanity live! This German technical death metal powerhouse combines crushing riffs with jazz fusion influences.
π 18:00 (Sun)
π« 1,000/1,200 THB (presale/door)
π Speakerbox
πΈ LIVE
π΅ WADFAH (Indie Pop)
π΅ But Hate Panic (Indie)
π΅ Echo Resort (Dream Pop)
You could say that this gig is the polar opposite of the one at Speakerbox. Here are some up-and-coming Thai Indie bands that definitely will put a smile on your face.
π 19:30 (Sun)
π« 350 THB (Ticketmelon)
π Blueprint Livehouse
π½οΈ DINING: All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum Brunch
Indulge in unlimited dim sum with your favorite people. The perfect ending to a great week!
π 11:00-17:00 (Sun)
π« 549++ THB
π Lily Fuβs
π Sunday Swing Dancing
Enjoy your Sunday with vintage swing dancing. You donβt need any experience or skills to join - just enthusiasm!
π 14:00-17:30 (Sun)
π« 250 THB (door)
π Buddha & Pals CafΓ© and Jazz
π¬ Skyline Film - CANCELLED!
Enjoy a unique cinematic experience on the rooftop of River City, with panoramic city views from wooden deck chair seats. Whether you come alone or with others, immerse yourself in high-quality audio and video through wireless headphones that cancel out noise. Snacks and drinks are available.
π CANCELLED!
π« 500 THB per movie (Ticketmelon)
π River City
π MONDAY 22 JULY
While we donβt have any events listed for Tuesday, be sure to follow us on our social media channels for last-minute updates and spontaneous event announcements. Hopefully, something will come up.
π TUESDAY 23 JULY
While we donβt have any events listed for Tuesday, be sure to follow us on our social media channels for last-minute updates and spontaneous event announcements. Hopefully, something will come up.
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The following newsletter will be sent on July 24. See you then!