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Surreal eyes wide open
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 01/07/2015
» Aof Smith doesn't have 3G on his phone and he's not connected to the mobile internet — a rarity for a 28 year old. He doesn't feel he needs it, as he spends most of his time at home painting for up to 14 hours a day.
All hail the king of fruits
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 19/06/2015
» For many, it's a slice of heaven that titillates the palette and teases the senses. But for many others, it reeks of death, and those in possession should immediately be quarantined.
Backstreet's back, alright!
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 08/05/2015
» Backstreet Boys' youngest member Nick Carter, 35, urged the Thai crowd to "act like you're 15" on Wednesday night. There wasn't any need for Carter to offer such encouragement because all 35 year-olds present at Backstreet Boys' "In a World Like This" tour behaved exactly like that.
Break on through
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 28/04/2015
» For Thai musicians, breaking into the international market is a coveted goal. Much like with any other area of popular culture, the influences, imprints, looks and inspirations of contemporary Thai music largely come from other parts of the world — especially the West. A Thai touch is often then placed into the mix.
The man who is everyone's type
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 04/03/2015
» Sean Freeman understands Thailand. He might have not known it before he arrived here, but his "Absolute Siam" art installation feeds right into Thais' pervasive, photo-obsessed, colour-enthusiast psyche.
Off the mainstream musical map
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 03/02/2015
» Indie music lovers should rejoice, and build a bonfire to dance around, now that Live Nation Bec-Tero is bringing the Hostess Club to Bangkok. The gigantic promoter's step into indie territory is a bold move as they normally handle large-scale concerts from Lady Gaga to One Direction.
Ain’t no such thing as a free lunch
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 11/11/2014
» I may not be Bodyslam’s biggest fan, but I have a lot of respect for Thailand’s biggest rock band — its unflinching dedication to its art and musical advancement doesn’t seem rest on its laurels or established fame. I understand why the band is where it is today, and I’m convinced it deserves its place in Thai music history.
The shutterbugs
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 08/10/2014
» Thailand's fashion scene is brimming with photographers who have the knack for elevating commercial shooting into an art form. Life speaks with two rising stars of contrasting styles and personalities who share a common ground of experimental edges, sharp perspectives and positive attitudes
Lazarus, paper-bound
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 29/09/2014
» For many years the notion that "print is dying" has been repeated over and over. Countless studies and articles detail how technology is robbing the world of its on-paper reading sources. But the advent of publishing house Salmon Books and its gradual rise in popularity has given print-lovers a glimpse of hope.
A lot like love
Life, Onsiri Pravattiyagul, Published on 19/09/2014
» After a successful run at Topshop on London’s Oxford Street, Bangkok- and London-based designer Linda Chareonlarb has finally planted her seeds of love, Lalalove, back in her motherland. Lalalove, which is sold worldwide in select stores, has a permanent home at last, snugging warmly among other outlets of Thai brands in Siam Center.