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Indisputable giants
Life, Published on 24/03/2020
» A profusion of musical joy combined with a palpable sense of shared euphoria was clearly in evidence on the stage at the Thailand Cultural Centre on March 2.
When good intentions backfire
B Magazine, Chanun Poomsawai, Published on 06/01/2019
» "Sometimes/ It falls upon a generation/ To be great/ I ask all humanity now/ To rise up/ Then we can all stand/ With our heads/ Held high," begins the Chris Martin-curated Global Citizen EP 1 with opener Rise Up featuring an excerpt from Nelson Mandela's now-iconic "Make Poverty History" speech. It's an apt start given the wholesome intentions of this EP, although it feels slightly jarring to hear one of the world's greatest speeches getting paired with the euphoric synths supplied here by the Norwegian production behemoth Stargate. The song is clearly engineered for a stadium/festival setting, so casual listening might not be the best way to approach what would otherwise be a stirring anthem.
Nelly's Gone Indie
B Magazine, Chanun Poomsawai, Published on 09/04/2017
» The latest LP by the Canadian songstress sees her offering up a newfangled persona with the help of Grammy-winning producer John Congleton.
When Life Gives YouLemons
B Magazine, Chanun Poomsawai, Published on 08/05/2016
» Beyonce's sixth LP charts a spectrum of emotions surrounding her marriage.
Preaching to the faithful
B Magazine, Chanun Poomsawai, Published on 12/07/2015
» The 'Sound of 2015' winners' debut album oozes pop brilliance, but lacks originality.