Club Scene
Find good parties in Bangkok, and beyond
Under the influence
Celebrated British DJ Goldie returns to Bangkok tonight for a session at Glow on Sukhumvit Soi 23. Deemed one of the 60 most influential Britons of the last 60 years on the Guardian’s “New Elizabethans” list last year, Goldie is renowned for his tireless dedication to the music he loves. DJ Azek from PhatFunk warms up the dance floor. Call (02) 261 4446.
Disco from Detroit
Dance to the sounds of disco tonight at the Mode Sathorn Hotel near the Surasak BTS stop. Hosted by Disco Robot’s Freaky All-Star, the night is highlighted with an appearance by Alton Miller, who has been inextricably linked with the scenes and sounds of Detroit and Chicago for more than two decades. The DJ is known for his intricate and innovative percussive house that are difficult to categorise. Entry is free. |Call (02) 623 4555.
Get naked
The Oskar Bistro on Sukhumvit Soi 11 is hosting a Nudism Party tomorrow from 9pm till late. Join in for cool and deep house music by DJs Mikus and Tim Coates – pulsating, gritty bass lines infused with a raw edgy “gangsta” vibe. Call (02) 255 3377.
BBQ by the pool
Ocean Bangkok on Sukhumvit Soi 33 and Rise Productions are co-hosting a pool party and barbecue brunch on Sunday. Groove to awesome beats by Moodwax, Kimball Collins and Eddy Frampton and enjoy hearty repast prepared by chef Jacobo Astray and cocktails by Joseph Boroski. Ladies arriving in a group of four get a free bottle of prosecco. The party runs from noon till 7pm. Call (02) 261 2800.
Hugo’s problems
Hugo Chakrabongse will perform on Wednesday at Parking Toy on Prasert-Manukit Road Soi 29. Known for his gangsta-rock style, Hugo had an international hit with a bluegrass cover of Jay-Z’s “99 Problems” and his debut album, “Old Tyme Religion”, released on Roc Nation. Hugo teams up with pal Jay Montonn for one night only. Admission is Bt300. Call (081) 822 4956.
Sounds of the North
Hollywood in Chiang Mai got 2014 off to a rocking start with a new DJ. G-Miner adds hip-hop, house and techno to the sounds of dubstep and funk house from DJ Shaun from Essex, England. Fill up a hookah and line up three shots of tequila for Bt100. |The Hollywood Shot, Sex on the Beach and Long Island Iced Tea are among the best cocktails in the North, and all just Bt100.
