The Sound of Siam: Leftfield Luk Thung, Jazz & Molam in Thailand 1964-1975

by Various Artists

The Sound of Siam: Leftfield Luk Thung, Jazz & Molam in Thailand 1964-1975 cover art

Highlighting the golden age of Thai roots music, this anthology explores the thrilling collision between rural Molam traditions and imported surf rock, funk, and jazz. The tracks demonstrate how local musicians incorporated electric guitars and drum kits into their traditional, hypnotic vocal phrasing to soundtrack the rapidly modernizing nation. The compilation was pivotal in introducing these wildly eclectic, groove-oriented sounds to Western listeners.

Genres

  • Molam
  • Luk thung

Tracklist

  1. Lam Tung Wai
  2. Lam Toey Chawewan
  3. Mae Kha Som Tam
  4. Isan Klab Tin
  5. Fai Yen
  6. Sao Ban Pok Pab
  7. Wan Maha Sanook
  8. Soul Lam Plearn
  9. Ding Ding Dong
  10. Nom Samai Mai
  11. Lam Plearn Toh Lom Nhao
  12. Sao Lam Plearn
  13. Mae Jom Ka Lon
  14. Pen Jung Dai
  15. Diew Sor Diew Caan
  16. Uay Porn Tahan Chaydan
  17. Kai Tom Yum
  18. Pleng Yuk Oawkard
  19. Tang Ngarn Si Nong