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Interview: Japanese Drum n' Bass DJ Makoto
Japanese drum n’ bass DJ and producer Makoto Shimizu, aka DJ Makoto, chats with BK before making his way back to Bangkok, as a guest of the monthly drum n’ bass session Phatfunk at Glow (...
Interview: Thailand's Ukuele King Singto Numchoke
Interview: Thailand's Ukulele King Singto Numchoke
Thailand’s most famous ukulele player, Numchoke Tanud-rum, better known as Singto, 29, rose to prominence thanks to his laidback surf sounds. Having just returned from the Ukulele Picnic in...
Interview: Thonglor's B-Boy Motorcycle Drivers
If you find yourself at a loose end in the hi-so hood of Thonglor you might want to wander down to the corner of Soi 8 where you can spot motorcycle drivers Washirasak “Guide” Intaraksa...
A Good Day To Die Hard
Directed by John Moore; starring Bruce Willis, Jai Courtney, Sebastian Koch and Mary Elizabeth Winstead
Pramote Maiklad, Former Head of the Royal Irragation Department, Joins Elder Energy group
As head of the Royal Irrigation Department of Thailand, Pramote Maiklad, 73, was revered for his close work with HM the King. Now the former senator is working as an advisor and lending his backing...
Street-smart Entrepreneur Chonchalit Deemee Launches Car Wash Delivery Service
Despite being branded “insane” by his family, Chonchalit Deemee, 25, never gave up his dream of running a business. Now he’s expanding his Novel Car Wash Delivery service (a roaming...
Can Bangkok's Next Governor Really Save our City?
As the city goes to the polls (Mar 3, 2013) for the gubernatorial election, BK takes a look at some of the hot policy issues and asks experts and activists whether the next big boss of the Bangkok...
Thee Oh Sees Bassist Petey Dammit Talks New Album and the Joys of Touring Ahead of Bangkok Gig on Feb 28
Californian garage-rockers Thee Oh Sees are bringing their explosive live show to Cosmic Café on Feb 28, presented by Popscene. Led by mercurial Bay Area musician John Dwyer, the band are renowned...
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Gorgeous Red Carpet Dresses from Local Designers
With the Oscars upon us (Feb 24), top local designers give us their take on glamorous dresses worthy of the red carpet.
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The Rising Chef's Tables Trend in Bangkok
Chef’s tables are heating up! BK asks three culinary masters why the trend is finally catching on in Bangkok.
Best Airlines to Fly in an Airbus A380
Which airline has the best double-deck, four-engine, wide-body jet airliner? We’re talking about the Airbus A380, of course!
Rachael Yamagata on Musical Inspiration and Her Future Plans
Ahead of her debut Bangkok concert on Feb 28, Japanese-American singer-songwriter Rachael Yamagata opens up to BK about the inspiration behind her heart-wrenching ballads and her plans for the future...
Bo Duangporn on Her Dreams of Becoming a Food Activist and Publishing a Cookbook
Thanks to the continued success of Bo.lan, the Thai restaurant she runs with her husband, Duangporn “Bo” Songvisava, 32, has just been named Asia’s Best Female Chef by Veuve...
Movie Review: Parker
Directed by Taylor Hackford; starring Jason Statham, Jennifer Lopez, Clifton Collins Jr. and Wendell Pierce
Multi-award-winning Ice Sculptor Manu Songsri Opens Up about Ice Sculpting in Thailand
Manu Songsri, 42, has been working as an ice sculptor for more than 20 years, winning many awards along the way. Earlier this year, he finished third in the snow sculpting category at the 18th Harbin...
Noir-Pop Auteur Dirty Beaches Talks Individuality and Film Influences Ahead of Bangkok Gig on Feb 24
BK chatted to Taiwanese-born Canadian avant-pop musician Alex Zhang Hungtai, better known as Dirty Beaches, before he rides into town this week to play gallery-cum-live venue SOL Space (Feb 24).
BK Film Awards 2013: Thailand's Best Movies
Here’s what we loved (and hated) about Thailand's film industry over the past 12 months.
Bangkok’s Best New Bands 2013
Meet the up-and-coming bands that are helping breathe new life into Bangkok’s music scene.
Parkour Generations Asia
Parkour Generations Asia Launches Indoor Parkour Classes in Thailand
From underground movement to new fitness routine, Parkour Generations Asia brings urban acrobatics to all.
YouTube's Sensation Naravoot Aumnuy on Rapping
Budding rapper Naravoot Aumnuy, 37, who works as a proofreader, is now an internet sensation after a graphic design coworker shot videos of him freestyling in the office and uploaded them to YouTube...