A local music venue implemented an unusual policy by banning the performance of the hit song Pha Chet Nha (Handkerchief) by Thai band Klear as the venue’s tissues have been used excessively.

 

Klear bassist Kee Kiyapat shared the surprising rule on social media, tagging Bo Suratnawee of Triumphs Kingdom, which sparked a humorous online debate about fairness and practicality in the music industry.

 

The post, which quickly gained traction among netizens, featured a clear sign at the venue stating a firm prohibition against singing Pha Chet Nha, with a fine of 500 baht imposed for violating the rule. Kee’s explanation was as straightforward as it was amusing: every time the song played, customers enthusiastically danced and mimicked the song’s title by showering the air with tissues, leaving the venue in a mess and short on supplies.

 

Responding with a playful counterargument, Bo Suratnawee pointed out that Klear’s performances could be just as tissue-consuming, with their emotionally charged songs inducing tears and runny noses among the audience. This ban, Suratnawee argued, seemed rather unfair to their band, Triumphs Kingdom, reported Sanook.

 

The ban has sparked a lively discussion online, with commenters joining in the fun. Suggestions ranged from buying tissues in bulk before performing the song, which would be more cost-effective than paying the fine, to venues seizing the opportunity to sell tissues at a premium during the song’s performance. Others sympathised with the cleaning staff, who have to deal with the aftermath of the tissue-strewn floors.

 

In related news, a Thai boy’s tribute to his late grandfather captivated many on TikTok. The clip, shared by TikTok user @somchutiya on January 18 showed the young lad playing a traditional Thai instrument, the cane, in front of his grandfather’s memorial, alongside a trophy he won in a recent competition. The young musician is seen kneeling before the bone repository of his beloved grandfather, proudly displaying the royal trophy he won in a recent contest.

 

By Samantha Rose

Caption: Photo courtesy of Sanook

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-02-23

 

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Don't blame them, can't stand string songs at all i'd probably leave if a venue started to play a lot of this material

 

 

The heartwarming tribute of a Thai boy to his late grandfather captured the attention of many on TikTok. Shared by user @somchutiya on January 18, the clip showcased the young boy playing a traditional Thai instrument, the cane, in front of his grandfather's memorial. 

1 hour ago, murphybridget said:

The heartwarming tribute of a Thai boy to his late grandfather captured the attention of many on TikTok. Shared by user @somchutiya on January 18, the clip showcased the young boy playing a traditional Thai instrument, the cane, in front of his grandfather's memorial. 

 

Thais love a good sentimental sob story 😀 not sure what they mean by a cane, either the saw or khaen

Pleng string is soulless flat pap, in beer terms it's warm zero alcohol lager thats months out of date. On the other hand-

 

 

It makes me wonder about all these fines issued by venues for various infractions, a bit the same as hotels threatening 2000 baht fines for bringing in durian or smoking. Etc

 

Are these fines actually legal and within the law, and can they impose them?

Thai music... as long as it is LOUD is their mantra.

A Klear spokesperson said "Our Handkerchief is not to be sniffed at"

On 2/23/2024 at 9:55 PM, proton said:

 

Thais love a good sentimental sob story 😀 not sure what they mean by a cane, either the saw or khaen

Thais make good sentimental story out of the simplest commercial.

On 2/23/2024 at 9:17 PM, proton said:

Pleng string is soulless flat pap, in beer terms it's warm zero alcohol lager thats months out of date. On the other hand-

 

 

Come on guys, watch it. It's only 1 hour and 8 minutes long!

3 minutes ago, KannikaP said:

Come on guys, watch it. It's only 1 hour and 8 minutes long!

 

Terrible I know, the cut down version, saw her last Monday ❤️

23 hours ago, proton said:

 

Terrible I know, the cut down version, saw her last Monday ❤️

Can you share it?

26 minutes ago, murphybridget said:

Can you share it?

 

Lamyai's company rarely post full concert footage they cut it up over several posts, the sound is always excellent though.