
Make ’em laugh
It’s open mic tonight at the Comedy Club Bangkok on Sukhumvit Soi 33/1, would-be stars of the funny spotlight encouraged along by renowned standup comedian Marty Lappan. The Australian has been doing this for 20 years, so he knows where the jokes are waiting. Lappan and other seasoned comedians will be dragging the fresh talent onstage starting at 8pm. Admission is Bt350 with Bt80 beers. See www.ComedyClubBangkok.com
15 years of dubbin’
Homebass Communications is celebrating 15 years on the party scene tonight at Grease on Sukhumvit Soi 49. The whole collective is getting together to bring back the vibes from the early days of Thai drum-and-bass with Pichy, Wen and Dragon on the deck and Tul, Sinamon and Abu at the mic. Entry is free.
Invasion at Maggie’s
Maggie Choo on Silom Road has the Bangkok Invaders, Keithen Carter and resident DJ Aopsher lined up for its “All the Queens Gold” party tonight. Be there early for the Invaders’ R&B kick and stacks of hip-hop. Call (091) 772 2144.
Resume swinging
The Giant Swing crew is having its first party of the year tomorrow at Studio Lam on Sukhumvit Soi 51. The eclectic collective is armed to the teeth with the freshest cuts of danceable jazz, hardcore, funk and groove. The bash starts at 10pm. Entry is Bt100. Call (02) 261 6661.
Exercise those feet
Three dance-music heavyweights team up every Saturday at Ku De Ta Bangkok near the Chong Nonsi BTS station. Get yourself a proper weekend bash with stellar sounds by DJs Eddy Frampton (pictured), Kimball Collins and Tommy Nori. The fun lasts from 9 ’til late. Call (02) 108 2000.