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Exile songs resurface
Life, John Clewley, Published on 27/09/2025
» From the early 1970s to the 80s, Mogadishu boasted one of the Horn of Africa's liveliest night scenes with groups from this "Golden Era" like Dur Dur Band entertaining at clubs and hotels across the city. A coup in 1991 and subsequent civil war put a stop to the music and musicians had to go underground or migrate. Those who went by the latter route took their music and culture across the Somali diaspora (one of Africa's largest).
Aespa's Dirty Work sells a million copies in pre-order
Life, Published on 08/07/2025
» Here's the latest K-pop news of the week -- Aespa's Dirty Work single sold over a million copies in pre-order and SF Cinema is preparing to screen five K-pop concert films launched by Hybe, a renowned South Korean music label.
All too familiar
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 27/06/2025
» With the premise of a dysfunctional family in a small coastal town entangled in criminal dealings under the guise of protecting their legacy, The Waterfront, Netflix's new original series, tries to blend slow-burn crime drama with bursts of action and emotional intensity. Across eight episodes, however, the show struggles to distinguish itself from a growing list of similarly themed dramas, despite its efforts to offer gritty realism and familial tension.
Bangkok welcomes K-pop stars Kyuhyun and Kiss of Life
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/02/2025
» K-pop enthusiasts in Thailand have two reasons to get excited as Super Junior member Kyuhyun is set to perform a solo concert in Bangkok in March while girl group Kiss of Life will also visit the Kingdom as a part of their world in April.
Exhibit explores the impact of transitional states
Life, Published on 18/02/2025
» Art viewers are invited to explore the profound significance of transitional states during "Moulting Ensemble", running at SAC Gallery until March 15.
Melodious mayhem
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 23/07/2024
» The serene yet exhilarating guitar riffs of UK shoegaze pioneers Ride are set to echo through Bangkok for the very first time. On Aug 5 at Search Studio, Thai fans can finally experience the iconic indie rockers at "#HYHBKK Live! With Ride". This historic event, organised by indie concert promoter HAVE YOU HEARD?, promises to be an unforgettable night of music, memories and melodious mayhem.
Seventeen will be first K-pop group to perform at famed Glastonbury Festival
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 25/03/2024
» Here's the latest K-pop news this week. Seventeen will become the first K-pop group to perform at Glastonbury Festival and BamBam will hold his solo world tour finale at Rajamangala National Stadium.
Where to ring in the New Year
Life, Published on 28/12/2023
» Only four days left until we kiss goodbye to all things past -- good or bad -- and begin the New Year with a big smile and full of hope. For those looking for fun on the last night of year, many leading shopping malls in Bangkok are preparing a line-up of exciting countdown extravaganzas guaranteed to usher everyone into 2024 in a memorable way, free of charge. Here are some of the highlights.
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.
K-pop fans thrilled by double delight
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 01/12/2023
» K-pop enthusiasts are thrilled to welcome two upcoming concerts: "Yesung Solo Concert – Unfading Sense In Bangkok" and "IVE The 1st World Tour in Bangkok".