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The power of attraction
Guru, Eric E Surbano, Published on 24/09/2021
» K-pop stans and Blinks across the world were sent into a frenzy when Blackpink's Lisa released her solo debut album, Lalisa, a few weeks ago. The internet quickly fell in love with its addictive beat and rhythm, but the accompanying music video featured more than just tantalising visuals drenched in neon lights -- it featured the Buri Ram native in a traditional Thai headdress and the Prasat Hin Phanom Rung.
Music with a message
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 17/03/2020
» After releasing the viral anti-junta single Prathet Ku Mee (What My Country's Got) two years ago, rap group Rap Against Dictatorship has not ceased to confront the government through their music, including well-known songs like 250 So Plo (250 Bootlickers), Before Darkness and To Whom It May Concern.
A shining star in the North
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 24/01/2020
» After the hugely successful releases of the first three films, Thi-Baan The Series, one of a new breed of upcountry films, has just released the first spin-off movie of its franchise Thi-Baan The Series x BNK48, featuring teen pop idol group BNK48.
Not making the grade
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 02/12/2019
» Thailand was reported last month as having dropped in English-proficiency rankings for a third year in a row. The ranking is conducted annually by EF Education First, a Switzerland-based company specialising in language training and cultural exchange.
Made in Thailand
Guru, Published on 05/07/2019
» To say that Thailand has been getting global recognition lately may be a bit of an understatement. After all, it's not a secret that it's a famous tourist destination with plenty of beautiful beaches and street food that's been topping lists for years now. Of course, these are only just a few things Thailand is well-known for but we don't really have the time to get into all of that (*cough* rigged election *cough*). However, people from the outside may have a narrow view of what Thailand and its culture really is, but fortunately, there are things that help put a spotlight on these things. The next instalment of the Fast and Furious franchise is filming right now in parts of Thailand, including Krabi where its governor stated that the film would be a "great advertisement for the nature, culture and history of the kingdom". Erm sure, that's what the Fast and Furious franchise is all about anyway. While the film will most likely be more about cars zoom-zooming and vroom-vrooming, there are a number of shows on TV that give a better focus on Thai culture. Here are a few.
Rappers lay into junta, social conformity
AFP, Published on 13/11/2018
» "A country killing the people... doesn't give a damn about its children," spits 17-year-old Elevenfinger, one of a legion of acerbic young rappers ripping into politics, dire education system and calcifying social mores.
Public starts to reject our abnormalities
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 29/10/2018
» The rap song with music video Prathet Ku Mee (My Country's Got It) by a rapper group called Rap Against Dictatorship (RAD) has truly sent shockwaves into our society, with views surpassing surpassing 12 million in a very short time.
Guru's Weekly Pick: Sep 29-Oct 5
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 28/09/2017
» Every week, we sift through tonnes of activities, shows, art exhibitions and things to do. Here is our especially curated list of what's hot this week in Bangkok and beyond. Enjoy!
Sporting a new look
B Magazine, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 24/09/2017
» On the projection screen before the audience read the words "Miracle of Change" next to a photo of a lady softly smiling. The woman we see before us was once known as a man named Pinit Ngrampring, the founder of Cheerthai Power, a group of football fans responsible for pushing the popularity of the sport in Thailand.