Mind The Gap

Mind The Gap at Cosmic Cafe 11.09.10

2010-09-09T14:19:00.006+07:00

WE ARE BACK!!

After a long (too long!) hiatus from local live events we are delighted to host a night at the excellent Cosmic Cafe in RCA. Check out the Facebook event here

Cosmic Cafe has built a solid reputation in RCA as a great place to hang with your friends with an alternative soundtrack while you hit the drinks and eat some food...A concept we at Mind The Gap support enthusiastically.

The Bands

Abuse The Youth

Three piece, guitar based, power pop/rock, Bangkok band known for their visceral performances and catchy songs. An explosive show is guaranteed...They will rock it at Cosmic.

Tabasco

One of the house bands at Cosmic Cafe. The will be playing a set of their own songs rather than the normal indie covers set. If you think Thai music is dated be prepared to change your opinion. Think /rock/dance/electro.

Zero Hero

Rootsy rock with a retro vibe....very much a "songs for life" band but brought into the 21st century. They recently released a new single and have and album due to be released soon.

Deep lyrics and kick ass show.

Class A Cigarettes

Lots of bands in Thailand claim to be alternative, shoegaze...art even... Class A Cigarettes will totally challenge your aesthetic sensibilities.

In our opinion these guys are the real deal. There is nobody else like them.

Handsome Furs Live at Club Culture August 19th 2010

2010-08-11T15:24:00.006+07:00

Handsome Furs are back at Club Culture

Singha Light

presents

HANDSOME FURS LIVE IN BANGKOK

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Supported by >> Stylish Nonsense Live (Pandarecords)

Feat: LA FRENCH RIOT Djs
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Art Environment by >> Prakorn Thananon & T.Puchpen

Live visuals by >> Electrobacillus Vjs
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Thursday 19th August 2010
Time: 21.00-02.00
Ticket: 600 BAHT Free Beer All Night
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Buzzcocks Live in Bangkok 28.11.09

2009-10-13T19:56:00.003+07:00

In 1976 Buzzcocks changed music forever.

There are very few bands that perform in Bangkok that can be described as “Legends” but Buzzcocks certainly deserve that title.

Not only were they at the forefront of the UK punk revolution along with contemporaries Sex Pistols and The Clash, they released the classic four-track EP, Spiral Scratch on their own New Hormones label, making them one of the first punk groups to establish an independent record. This EP is now seen as the beginning of the independent music scene which thrives today especially in Buzzcocks hometown of Manchester.

After organizing the now legendary Sex Pistols show at Manchester’s Lesser Free Trade Hall in 1976 as featured in the films “Control” and “24 Hour party People”, Buzzcocks went on to record the classic albums “Another Music in a Different Kitchen” and “Love Bites” after singer Howard Devoto left to form the band Magazine.

30 years later Buzzcocks are still going strong, still doing it arguably better than anyone else. The Godfathers of punk-pop will be performing live in Bangkok on Saturday November 28th at Club Culture. The band still comprises of original members Pete Shelley (vocals) and Steve Diggle (guitar) with new additions Chris Remington (bass) and Danny Farrant (drums)

Buzzcocks are famous for their pop-punk sound which has influenced bands such as Nirvana, Green Day, The Libertines, The Strokes and The Offspring.

Whilst Buzzcocks have a huge catalogue of songs, the one they are most well known for is “Ever Fallen in Love (With Some you Shouldn’t Have)”. It has been covered by many other artists, most famously by Fine Young Cannibals and more recently Pete Yorn for the film Shrek 2.

Other Buzzcocks classics include “Boredom”, “Orgasm Addict”, “What Do I Get?” and “Harmony in my Head” among many others.

Renowned for their legendary live shows, their set is a fast and frenetic run through of their hit songs and is a non-stop barrage of pure pop-punk energy.

Special guests for the night will be local acts Abuse The Youth and Blood Thirst Spider.

Buzzcocks Live in Bangkok
Club Culture – Sri Ayudhaya Rd. (Phayathai BTS)
Saturday 28th November
Doors: 9pm / Show: 10pm
Tickets: 650 Bht in advance / 800 Bht on the door (With 1 drink)
20+ Only – I.D. Required

Advance Tickets are available from:
Club Culture, Sri Ayudhaya Rd
DJ Siam, Siam Square Soi 4
The Tube, Coco Walk Ratchetewi BTS
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Buzzcocks หนึ่งในตำนานพังค์รุ่นเก๋าจากยุค 70s แห่งเกาะอังกฤษ เตรียมเขย่าเวทีเพื่อแฟนพันธ์แท้ชาวพังค์ ในวันที่ 28 พ.ย นี้ ณ คลับ คัลเจอร์ พญาไท ย้อนหลังกลับไปในยุคสมัยการถือกำเนิดดนตรีพังค์ ท่ามกลาง เหล่าบรรดาผู้ปฏิวัติบทบาททางดนตรีครั้งสำคัญในยุค 70s อย่าง Sex Pistols และ The Clash ซึ่งพวกเขาเหล่านั้น ได้ถ่ายทอดชีวิตความเป็นอยู่ แนวความคิดทางการเมือง ของคนยุคนั้นผ่านบทเพลง และดนตรีเพลงไม่กี่ชิ้น ปลุกระดมแนวความคิดอิสระ ไม่ยี่หระต่อกระแสสังคมต่อต้าน ทำให้ยุคนั้นวงการดนตรี ที่เราเรียกกันว่า "พังค์" และ "อินดี้" ได้ถือกำเนิดขึ้นอย่างแท้จริง และ Buzzcocks วง Pop Punk ชั้นแนวหน้าจากแมนเชสเตอร์ ก็เป็นหนึ่งในวงพังค์ยุคนั้น โดยการทำ EP-Spiral Scratch ออกจำหน่ายเองโดยไม่อิงกับสังกัดค่ายใดๆ นับเป็นก้าวแรกของวง พังค์ อินดี้ ในยุคนั้นเลยทีเดียว และยังเข้ามีบทบาทสำคัญที่ทำให้กระแสพังค์ แห่งกรุงลอนดอน ให้คุกกรุ่นยิ่งขึ้น

การปรากฏตัวครั้งแรกของวง Buzzcocks โดยการเป็นวงเปิดในคอนเสิร์ตครั้งประวัติศาสตร์ในเมืองแมนเชสเตอร์ของ Sex Pistols ซึ่งคอนเสิร์ตในครั้งนั้น มีผู้ชมเพียงแค่หยิบมือ แต่ผู้คนเหล่านั้นได้กลายเป็นนักดนตรีผู้ทรงอิทธิพลในวงการเพลงแห่งเกาะอังกฤษในเวลาต่อมา อาทิ ชอห์น ไรเดอร์ แห่ง Happy Mondays, Mick Hucknall/Simply Red, Morrisey/The Smiths, Ian Curtis/ Joy Division และเหล่าบรรดาเจ้าของค่ายเพลงต่างๆ ฯลฯ

30 ปีผ่านมา Buzzcocks ยังคงเปี่ยมไปด้วยจิตวิญญาณของความเป็นพังค์ ที่ผ่านเส้นทางแห่งการรุ่งโรจน์ จวบจนมาถึงทุกวันนี้ และยังเป็นแรงบันดาลใจให้ศิลปินรุ่นหลังได้นำแนวคิดมาต่อยอด อย่าง Nirvana, Green Day, The Libertines, The Strokes และ The Offspring เป็นต้น ในปัจจุบันสมาชิกวงประกอบด้วยสมาชิก 4 คนซึ่ง นำโดยสมาชิกดั้งเดิมอย่าง Pete Shelley (vocals) และ Steve Diggle (guitar) รวมด้วยสองสมาชิกใหม่ Chris Remington (bass) และ Danny Farrant (drums)

เพลงฮิต
- “Ever Fallen in Love (With Some you Shouldn’t Have)” เพลงดังของวงที่ถูกนำมาคัพเวอร์ครั้งแล้วครั้งเล่า และเพลงประกอบภาพยนตร์ ที่ร้องโดย Pete Yorn จากเรื่อง Shrek 2
- Orgasm Addict
- Boredom
- What do I get?

ไปร่วมสร้างความทรงจำครั้งสำคัญกับหนึ่งใน Godfather of Punk แห่งเกาะอังกฤษตัวเป็นๆ ได้ ในวันที่ 28 พฤศจิกายนนี้ ที่ คลับ คัลเจอร์

บัตรล่วงหน้าราคา 650 บาท
บัตรหน้างานราคา 800 บาท
จำหน่ายที่ ร้าน DJ Siam, The Tube และ คลับ คัลเจอร์

Mind The Gap Live At the Tube 2.09.09

2009-09-02T13:07:00.002+07:00

Tonight we have another great selection bands for you.

This is Red Carpet Black Carpet first show for us, we love the demo they have on their myspace page, check it out!!

Next up are Bone Clone with their excellent gothic Rockn Roll. Fronted by the wonderful DJ Spikenstein expect classic rock n roll with a comedic twist

Florescent also put in their first show for Mind The Gap tonight. Expect straight up melodic rock!!

Also don't forget the cheap drinks and amazing food at the Tube Bar!! There are a limited amount of seats so if you don't want to stand make sure you get there early!!!!

Handsome Furs Live in Bangkok

2009-09-02T12:29:00.003+07:00

Handsome Furs

Live in Bangkok

Hailing from Montreal, Canada, Handsome Furs is comprised of husband/wife duo Dan Boeckner from Wolf Parade and his wife Alexei Perry. They signed on to the legendary indie label Sub Pop Records in late 2006 and released their first full-length album Plague Park in 2007. Their follow up album Face Control has received rave reviews including an 8/10 from influential Pitchfork Media.

Handsome Fur’s music is a blend of Electro beats and synths combined with enormous punk and post-punk guitar sounds. There isn't a couple in indie rock that exudes more sexual energy than Dan Boeckner and Alexei Perry with their smoking, skin-baring performances firing up venues around the world.

“Thumping, synth powered anthems” - Rolling Stone

“Gritty guitar and club beats with the energy of a sugar high six year-old” - Spin

“Handsome Furs make beautiful music both on and off the stage” - Nylon

“Clearly a match made in weirdo heaven – 8/10” - Pitchfork

Support acts for the night will be a live set from local electro duo De...Connextor and DJs Magic Muffin & Plan B on the decks.

Tickets are 600 Baht with 1 drink (Bring I.D.)

Advance tickets can be bought at:
Club Culture, Sri Ayudhaya Rd
DJ Siam, Siam Square Soi 4
The Tube, Coco Walk, Ratchetewi

Live at The Tube 24.06.09

2009-06-19T15:21:00.002+07:00

This week we have another great line up for you.

Puzzle are an excellent band with brilliant songs. They are great players and the songs are full of catchy melodies. They've played for us before but we haven't seen them for at least 3 months so it's great to have them back.

Hooos are also back again as well, this band keep getting better and better. The songs and performances are very engaging and quite unlike other bands.

We are pleased to welcome for their first show Mad Stone Bunny. They've got and early 90's vibe about them and were very keen to see what they can do.

Live At The Tube 10.06.09

2009-06-08T18:17:00.002+07:00

This week we've got The Standards for you. They just came back from a very succesful show in Malaysia for KOKOASIA. By all accounts they killed it over there. The band have got great songs and their shows are electrifying, makes sure you see them.

Zero Hero come back for another show, they are starting to pick up a lot of fans at the moment and are rumored to have a new CD coming in the next few months.

We also have Caramel Camel playing, we're told that this is going to be their last ever show :(

If you haven't seen them before make sure you do now, they have a sound that is unique to them...... We wish them all the best for the future.

June 3rd Update!!! Xavier Cancel !!

2009-06-03T13:56:00.002+07:00

XAVIER have had to cancel due to their bass player being involved in a car accident. Mind The Gap wish him a speedy recovery.

Revenge Of The Cybermen are stepping in to replace Xavier, we are sure they will not dissapoint. Don't forget Art Floor and Class A Cigarettes and we still have a kicking line up.

The bands start at about 10pm, see you later!

Live at The Tube June 3rd

2009-06-01T14:44:00.002+07:00

We've just come back from a very succesful campus tour with Abuse The Youth.

The band played in Ubon Ratcathanee, Sisikaet, Surin and Udon Thani. Also on the tour were Art Floor and we thought it would be great if they would play at Mind The Gap. Art Floor have recently had a hit single and their sound is quite melodic but boosted with soaring guitar solos with more than a nod to Radiohead.

We pleased to welcome back Xavier who really impressed us with their show a few months back at The Tube. Great songs with a very stylish delivery.

Also it's great to have Class A Cigarettes back at the Tube again...Think Sonic Youth and Velvet Underground.

The Tube has recently expanded the seating and indoor area which is working well. Not forgetting the amazing food and cheap drinks, where else would you go on a Wednesday night......

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2009-05-26T20:31:00.004+07:00

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Live At The Tube May 20th

2009-05-18T15:40:00.003+07:00

Zero Hero are back at Mind The Gap. These guys always give us a great show, their songs and sound set them apart from all the regular bands out there. Their shows always hit hard and I'm sure we will see a lot of people out to see them.

We also have Stubborn playing their first show for Mind The Gap. The band are based in Bangkok and used to be songwriters for Butterfly Records, they decided that they wanted to start their own band with a more upfront rockier sound and the result is Stubborn.

Sunday Morning Call played one of their first shows with us when we were at Noriegas in Silom. They have quite a lot of brit pop influences, lets see how they've progressed since last time.

TRAIL OF DEAD CANCELLED!!!

2009-05-13T14:33:00.001+07:00

Due to personal reasons within the band, the Trail of Dead concert on the 21st May has regrettably been cancelled.

Tickets are fully refundable from the point of purchase.

Mind The Gap would like to apologise on behalf of the band to all Trail of Dead fans and look forward to bringing you some good news soon.

For more information call 089 488 2889

เนื่องด้วยเหตุผลส่วนตัวของทางวง ทำให้โชว์ของ Trail of Dead ที่จะมีขึ้นในวันที่ 21 พฤษภาคมนี้ ต้องมีอันยกเลิก สำหรับผู้ที่ซื้อตั๋วไว้ก่อนล่วงหน้า สามารถคืนเงินได้เต็มจำนวน

ทาง Mind the Gap ขอถือโอกาสขออภัยแฟนๆ แทนวง Trail of Dead มา ณ ที่นี้ และหวังเป็นอย่างยิ่งว่าจะมีข่าวดีมาแจ้งให้ทราบในเร็ววัน

สอบถามข้อมูลเพิ่มเติมได้ที่ 089-488-2889

Live at The Tube May 13th

2009-05-11T13:03:00.002+07:00

This week we bring back the excellent Papers who joined us on our recent

trip to Singapore. The band are often compared to Radiohead but I don't think that really

does them justice. The last time they played for us they put in an amazing performance, I imagine we can expect the same again.

Next up are Hooos, they also played recently for us and everyone enjoyed the show. W e don't normally bring bands back so quickly but we reckon this is a band to watch. They tell us they've been writing new songs so can't wait to hear them!

Finally we have The Why Oh Oh. This band have been around for a few years and are very much in the vein of The Strokes. You can expect sharp snappy sounds and skinny jeans....

Live At The Tube May 6th

2009-05-04T16:14:00.004+07:00

Tabasco are back to play Mind The Gap again after a succesful series of shows in Singapore.

They are currently in the studio recording new material for the forthcoming debut album.

Next up is Le Fur. We've been trying to get these guys to play for the last six months but they've always been making excuses that they are busy with stuff. Finally we have them! Theyt recentky played at Club Culture supporting Gene Kasadit's ne w band amongst others.

We also welcome back those irrepresable japanese art rockers Cosmoz.

We're getting quite busy every Wednesday night now and seating at the Tube Bar is almost all gone by 9pm....so get down early!!!

...And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead Live in Bangkok May 21st

2009-04-30T14:41:00.006+07:00

American Art-Rockers And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead will be playing Toys in RCA on May 21st.

The band are currently touring following the release of their latest

album "The Century of Self "

This is the bands first trip to Thailand and their only Asian show

before they head off to Australia.

Tickets for the show are 600 bt and will be available from DJ Siam, Siam Sq Soi 4 and The Tube Bar, Coco Walk, Ratchatewi

ABUSE THE YOUTH "PLEASE"

2009-04-29T02:42:00.009+07:00

"Please" is the new single from Abuse The Youth.

The video was directed by Porrachon Sathanon (spacenoi), Jaturapat Bejrananda & Tunyalit Karnjanaku

This is the second track to be taken from the bands debut album "Under Skin"

Please click on the links below to listen to or download the album.

Live at The Tube April 29.04.09

2009-04-23T17:23:00.001+07:00

Thanks to everybody who came to the last show.

BRILLIANT performances by Plot, Catfight and Abuse The Youth.

This week we have another stellar line up with an international flavour as well.

Sibling Rivalry are from South Africa but have been resident in Bangkok for the last few months, they make the Mind The Gap debut this week.

You may have seen them playing the bars around Ekkamai and Thong Lo. If you haven't, they play a powerful combination of Rock and Ska excellent adrenalin charged performances.

The Standards make a welcome return, giving you a wholesome chunk of Brit-Thai goodness! If you haven't seen this band....what's your excuse!

We also have Xavier who play The Tube for the first time....think Post Punk, New Wave...excellent!

Live The Tube April 22nd

2009-04-18T20:57:00.003+07:00

Mind The Gap is back this Wedneday April 22nd.

We took last week off due to Songkran and Red Shirts getting in the way of things....

We have Abuse The Youth back again before the jet off to Singapore for a series of shows at The Esplanades Rockin The Region concerts.

Plot also make a welcome return with their edgy post wave sounds, really great band.

You must also be sure to check out Cat Fight, brilliant punk/rap hybrid quite beastie boysish! Love it!

Of course great drinks and food to be had at The Tube Bar so make sure you get down early so you can grab a seat

The Tube 1st Year Anniversary Thursday April 9th

2009-04-05T18:15:00.004+07:00

The very wonderful Tube Bar celebrates it's birthday...1 year old!!! In the world of Bangkok bars that's no mean feat.

Joining them for their birthday bash are Revenge of The Cybermen, Abuse The Youth, Mandela and Tabasco. It will of course be an amzing night and the Mind The Gap posse will be there in full effect as well.

Expect great DJ's as well as the excellent bands, brilliant drinks and delicious food...

Live At The Tube April 8th

2009-04-05T15:48:00.005+07:00

Last weeks show lacked the vibe for some reason, but I think this week we will be back on track.

Class A Cigarettes are back again, they have a new drummer, so will be interesting if they can keep up the intensity they've been displaying recently.

Bone Clone is DJ Spikensteins band , they've been getting their sound together for the last couple of months and are soon to go in to the studio to cut some demos. I heard them a few months back and they were sounding good...let's see if they will be sounding better?

Finally we have Hooos, I saw them play at the Livehouse last week and was impressed, the performance was a bit shaky(their first show I think) but there is something very cool about the band......make sure you check them out.

In addition to the bands we have our friends from Pai's uber cool Rock 'n' Roll Disco djing, so there is no excuse not to be here!

Live at The Tube Wednesday April 1st

2009-03-26T15:04:00.004+07:00

Revenge of the Cybermen return to The Tube after their stunning set supporting Battles at Club Culture. Bulleteen also come back to rock it again, their sound is very Manic Street Preachers meets Muse. Finally we have Sending Pop who make their Mind The Gap debut at The Tube... real pop/rock sound!

Mind The Gap @ The Tube Wednesday 25th March

2009-03-24T18:57:00.002+07:00

After taking last week off due to the Battles show, we return to The Tube Bar for another Mind The Gap show.

This week we have The Standards playing for the first time. Their sound has been called Brit-Pop but I think they have moved into much rockier territory recently, make sure you check them out. Tabasco are back after a brilliant performance at the Pattaya Music Festival and Zero Hero will be the opening act.

To The Vega March 14th White Out

2009-03-14T18:06:00.003+07:00

Our good friends Cosmoz are putting on this show at the wonderfully groovy White Out bar in Coco Walk right by Ratchetewi BTS. There are 4 or 5 or maybe 6 bands playing....not sure of the final line up..... There is no entry fee....so there are no excuses!

Guaranteed performances by Abuse The Youth, Ghost Story, Revenge Of The Cybermen and Cosmoz and more??!!

White Out is great bar with cheap beer and a good performance space..........see you there!!

Battles Live in Bangkok March 21st

2009-03-12T12:02:00.005+07:00

DJ's
Magic Muffin and Plan B

BANDS
Gene Kasadit (ex Futon vocalist)
Revenge of the Cybermen have been building quite a reputation recently and are described as Joy Division meets Electro meets T Rex
Battles from NYC

"New York quartet gives ancient prog-rock moves a makeover - and a kick in the pants." - Rolling Stone
“Puzzle pop mentalists masterfully drag music into the future” - NME

Tickets available now from:
The Tube, Coco Walk, Ratchatewi
Club Culture, Sri Ayudhaya Rd
Dj Siam, Siam Square Soi 4

ABUSE THE YOUTH at the Rock Pub March 5th

2009-03-01T11:27:00.010+07:00

We are celebrating the launch of the Abuse The Youth CD "Under Skin" at the Rock Pub (next door to Ratchetewi BTS.)
Everyone is welcome....
Abuse The Youth will be playing a live set and the night is guaranteed to be rockin'
We will have copies of the album available in addition to T-Shirts and other assorted tat
SEE YOU THERE!!

Live at The Tube Wednesday March 4th

2009-02-28T21:41:00.006+07:00

Live at The Tube Bar in Ratchetewi we have a another great selection of bands.
Puzzle have always impressed us with their catchy songs and tight performance, Class A Cigarettes are back with an authentic No Wave Post Punk aesthetic and Brown Flying are guaranteed to rock your world.....

ABUSE THE YOUTH "UNDER SKIN" OUT TODAY

2009-02-24T11:21:00.006+07:00

We are pleased to announce that the debut album from Abuse The Youth "Under Skin" is released today on Mind The Gap Records...eventually!!
The video below is for "Way Out" the first single taken from the album.

Revenge Of The Cybermen at The Tube Bar Feb 25th

2009-02-24T11:15:00.005+07:00

Revenge Of The Cybermen are joined by the very wonderful Papers and the most excellent Bulleteen.
Get ready for another packed night of musical mayhem at The Tube Bar in Coco Walk