MOLAM 1.5
Captivated by Asian culture and deeply immersed in Thai music, Phin Khaen Delic (PKD)—curator of the Instagram account @phinkhaendelic—presents a mix focusing on Molam, a traditional genre of Thai music.
The story begins in Khao Kho, Phetchabun Province, Northern Thailand. Now celebrated as “the Switzerland of Thailand” and home to the photogenic temple Wat Phra That Pha Son Kaew, this region has a darker past. Up until the 1980s, Khao Kho served as a frontline base for anti-communist guerrilla operations, witnessing the tragic loss of many lives.
This mix opens with a track titled “The Great Deeds of Khao Kho”, illustrating the essence of Molam—a genre that often integrates local stories, historical figures, and current events into its lyrics. Alongside Luk Thung, Molam stands as a musical chronicle of Thai social history, a point PKD hopes listeners will appreciate.
Inspired by the celebrated “Molam” and “Molam Vol.2" compilations released by Sublime Frequencies, this mix seeks to sit somewhere in between.
Anchored by classic Molam styles like Phu Tai, Tan Wai, and Lam Ploen, the selection highlights records primarily from the 1970s and 80s, when Molam experienced its most significant period of Pattana (development). Early recordings of Lam Sing, a more upbeat, modern form of Molam, are also featured.
Structured much like listening to an LP, the mix closes with two Luk Thung tracks, as often found on traditional Molam records.
With Japan’s sweltering summer heat rivaling that of Thailand, PKD invites you to enjoy this mix with a beer—Sai Nam Khen style (with ice).
Chon Gaew! :beers:
The story begins in Khao Kho, Phetchabun Province, Northern Thailand. Now celebrated as “the Switzerland of Thailand” and home to the photogenic temple Wat Phra That Pha Son Kaew, this region has a darker past. Up until the 1980s, Khao Kho served as a frontline base for anti-communist guerrilla operations, witnessing the tragic loss of many lives.
This mix opens with a track titled “The Great Deeds of Khao Kho”, illustrating the essence of Molam—a genre that often integrates local stories, historical figures, and current events into its lyrics. Alongside Luk Thung, Molam stands as a musical chronicle of Thai social history, a point PKD hopes listeners will appreciate.
Inspired by the celebrated “Molam” and “Molam Vol.2" compilations released by Sublime Frequencies, this mix seeks to sit somewhere in between.
Anchored by classic Molam styles like Phu Tai, Tan Wai, and Lam Ploen, the selection highlights records primarily from the 1970s and 80s, when Molam experienced its most significant period of Pattana (development). Early recordings of Lam Sing, a more upbeat, modern form of Molam, are also featured.
Structured much like listening to an LP, the mix closes with two Luk Thung tracks, as often found on traditional Molam records.
With Japan’s sweltering summer heat rivaling that of Thailand, PKD invites you to enjoy this mix with a beer—Sai Nam Khen style (with ice).
Chon Gaew! :beers:
Play List
| No. | Title |
|---|---|
| Artist | |
| 1. | Wiragam Khao Kho |
| Unknown | |
| 2. | Sao Phuthai Ok Hak |
| Pathumathip Sithong | |
| 3. | Toei Nontan Uaiporn |
| Banyen Siwongsa | |
| 4. | Lam Phloen Ha Khu |
| Sotsi Phromseksan & Thepporn Phetubon | |
| 5. | Lam Phloen Chai Khon Go |
| Phairin Phonphibun | |
| 6. | Lam Phloen tam twoe |
| Sonthaya Galasin | |
| 7. | Glong Yao Khat Rak |
| Saksayam Phetchomphu | |
| 8. | Lam Phloen Rak Mai Lok |
| Samphao Phuyai & Aran Wilaiphan | |
| 9. | Lam Phloen Maeng Tap Tao |
| Onuma Singsiri | |
| 10. | Disco Thai-Isan Toei Khong |
| Udom Janthagun | |
| 11. | Lam Tangwai Giao Bao |
| Yenjit Phonthewi | |
| 12. | Lam Sing Ai Num Jom Sa |
| Prasansin Wiangsima | |
| 13. | Ju Ai Khai Khuwai |
| Wasana Supsawan & Bancha Faphayao | |
| 14. | Sarawan Ramwong |
| Dao Bandon |