• LIFE

  A mirrored oasis

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 31/01/2024

  » Located in the middle of downtown Bangkok next to Phloen Chit BTS, a 10m-high art installation titled Liminal Space is a tree adorned with traditional Thai mirrors. Created by Sanitas Pradittasnee, an artist and landscape designer, the spectacular work offers a space for contemplation in the city.

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  A show of emotion

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/06/2023

  » When Suga, the rapper and producer of BTS, announced his solo world tour concert, people were surprised because he is not the main vocalist who is the focus of performances. Suga tours under his alias, Agust D, which he has used since he released his solo album in 2016. "The Suga: Agust D Tour 'D-Day'" started in the US 11 days before he began his tour in Asia. Numerous vlogs and videos have revealed his dynamic and impressive performance, but recordings cannot compare to his live show.

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  A year of K-pop

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/12/2023

  » One of the biggest K-pop stories in December has been the enlistment of the remaining four members of BTS for mandatory military service. On Dec 11, RM, the leader of BTS, and V, the vocalist, began their enlistment. The following day, two other vocalists, Jimin and Jungkook, entered training camps in Yeoncheon together. As the world's biggest boy band goes on hiatus, it will be interesting to see which rival claims the top spot in the absence of BTS.

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  Riding the South Korean wave

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 28/12/2021

  » Looking back on the year in music, the global phenomenon BTS helped propel the fan base expansion of K-pop groups into the United States. BTS, the seven-member boy band, continues to break recording history and open new frontiers for Asian artists. In March, IFPI, the organisation that represents the recorded music industry worldwide, named BTS as its Global Recording Artist of the Year 2020. The septet won over Taylor Swift, Drake, The Weeknd and Billie Eilish, who ranked second to fifth place respectively. The boy band was the first Asian artist to win the IFPT Global Recording Artist of the Year Award.

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  Around the world

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 20/12/2022

  » The past year was a good one for the K-pop industry. Both the kings and queens of K-pop -- BTS and Blackpink -- celebrated their successful breakthrough in the American music industry.

• LIFE

  New K-pop music lights up August

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 10/08/2022

  » Two K-pop pioneers -- Girls' Generation and BTS -- will drop new music in August.

• LIFE

  BTS members shine in individual collaborations

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/05/2022

  » Although global sensation BTS is notable for excellent teamwork, their individual talent is also recognised. While listeners are waiting for their new album, which will be released on June 10, two band members -- Suga and Jimin -- worked with other artists to make hit songs.

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  BTS are back baby!

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 10/03/2022

  » Today and this Saturday and Sunday, the world's biggest boy band BTS will hold their first concert in their homeland, "BTS Permission To Dance On Stage - Seoul", after two-and-a-half years. The concert will take place at the Jamsil Olympic Stadium.

• LIFE

  Two events to help fans get to know BTS members

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 20/10/2021

  » Besides their catchy and meaningful songs, the world's most popular boy band BTS has built a solid fan base around the world with various online content such as behind the scenes of their performances, game shows and reality shows. This content lets fans feel close to BTS members and learn more about each member's personality. In October, fans can enjoy two different shows -- BTS In The Soop 2 and BTS Permission To Dance On Stage.

• OPINION

  Support Boy's Love and expand our soft power

  Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 15/11/2021

  » Whenever Korean music, TV dramas and films become a global phenomenon, especially gaining popularity among American audiences, Thai people usually talk about Korean soft power strategies and what we should do to accomplish what they have done.

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