by Maoyi | Sep 20, 2020 | CULTURE&ART, Highlight Content
Our story starts with Salawat, a police officer that falls asleep during his shift somewhere in Bangkok. In his dream, he meets a blue man wearing a meat suit and a mascot’s mask, Nuisance. He is Salawat’s subconscious, the dominating manifestation of his...
by SubtropicalAsia | Aug 18, 2020 | CULTURE&ART, Events, Highlight Content
Over time Shanghai’s thriving underground club scene has spawned a large number of party organizations and artists. If you’re a club culture enthusiast, there’s probably a moment of truth every weekend – choosing to go to a party means putting...
by SubtropicalAsia | Aug 16, 2020 | CULTURE&ART, Highlight Content, Music
Born and raised in the high-rising materialistic cyber city that is Hong Kong, and immersed in the Japanese idols and animation culture since childhood, QQBBG is an authentic E-GIRL in every aspect – from appearance and attire to voice and manner. Her...
by SubtropicalAsia | Aug 11, 2020 | CULTURE&ART, Highlight Content
The Berlin-based Chinese artist Musk Ming introduces us to a world where social realism, the iconic homosexual aesthetic of “Tom Of Finland” and a spiritual beauty with Chinese characteristics are deeply intertwined. The men he portraits are objects of lust and...
by SubtropicalAsia | Jul 20, 2020 | CULTURE&ART, Highlight Content, Music, News
When you think of Thailand, you’re likely to picture the country’s iconic smiles, countless temples, endless fruits and incredibly beautiful islands. Despite those otherwise reductive attributes, it is important to remember that Thailand is not a paradise....
by SubtropicalAsia | Jul 8, 2020 | CULTURE&ART, Highlight Content, Music
Shanghai-based musician Gao Jiafeng is a bit of a chameleon when it comes to his place in the music scene here in China. Self-described in the past as a ‘karaoke/alternative pop/comedy project’ Jiafeng has all the makings of a viral star – throwing out an...