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Celebrating three decades of discovery
Life, John Clewley, Published on 27/02/2024
» World Beat celebrates 30 years on the music trail this month. The column started in Feb 1994 when Chuan Leekpai of the Democrat Party was in his first term as Prime Minister.
The sound of the Balkans
Life, John Clewley, Published on 28/02/2023
» One of the Balkan's best-known bands is Mostar Sevdah Reunion, whose 12th studio album Lady Sings The Balkan Blues (Snail Records, Bosnia and Herzegovina) is currently riding high on the World Music charts. The band is something of a Bosnian institution, carrying the torch for updated versions of folk music, in this case, sevdalinka music of Bosnian Muslims.
Country comes to the city
Life, John Clewley, Published on 31/01/2023
» The All-Thidsa Molam Band was in Bangkok this past weekend to perform at the Thailand International Jazz Conference. World Beat caught up with band last Friday when they played two sets at Isan Spicy BBQ, a rooftop bar at the Jim Thompson Art Center.
HO, HO, HO IN HUA HIN! THE STANDARD GEARS UP
Published on 17/11/2022
» Swap white snow for golden sand and get ready for an action-packed calendar of activities this Christmas and New Year, including fabulous feasts, immersive events and uplifting parties!
Taking the stage
Guru, Suthivas Tanphaibul, Published on 13/05/2022
» Standing in the shadow of Thai mainstream music are many independent artists waiting for the spotlight to shine on them. Guru speaks to music promoters and organisers from leading underground music and jazz communities, who offer aspiring musicians with a platform to showcase their raw talent, about their roles and opinions on the Thai music industry. We've also got an exclusive talk with the co-founder of a secret gig, who lights up several overlooked street corners in Bangkok with music.
Thai boxing in Ayutthaya
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 14/03/2019
» From March 16-17, the World Wai Kru Muay Thai ceremony will be performed at the Ayutthaya Historical Park in Ayutthaya province. The 15th annual festival is aimed at showcasing Thai martial arts and paying respects to Nai Khanomtom, a famous Thai boxer during the Ayutthaya period. Nai Khanomtom Day falls on March 17.
What's trending and happening this week
Muse, Ariane Kupferman-Sutthavong, Published on 26/05/2018
» 1. If you couldn't make it to Japan this spring, Zen restaurants are bringing you a taste of the archipelago's delicious seafood dishes, and the cherry blossom tree decor that goes with it. For the duration of its Hanami Festival, the restaurant chain offers eight dishes prepared by expert chefs, with discounts of up to 50%, satisfying your palate as well as wallet. While the Hanami Festival at Zen restaurant branches lasts until June 15, you'll have to hurry in order to taste top-quality dishes and the four healthy dishes the chefs have concocted. Executive Bento Boxes, Teriyaki Duo Salmon Unagi, Salmon Black Pepper Steak and Shima Hokke sets are available under the "Happy Fish, Healthy Food" campaign until May 31.
Taking a strong stance on doughnuts
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 22/04/2018
» It was Oscar Wilde who famously observed "the only way to get rid of temptation is to yield to it," which is my excuse for munching on a free doughnut proffered by staffers at a bakery in Bangkok last week. It was only a little one and wasn't that tasty -- too much sugar -- but I still scoffed it down, quietly cursing Mr Wilde's seductive bon mot.