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The return of the Royal Sprites: Thai music rediscovered!
Discover the cultural significance of the Thai band "รอยัลสไปรท์ส" and their influence on the music scene since 1979.
The return of the Royal Sprites: Thai music rediscovered!
In Thailand's colorful and vibrant music scene, the band “รอยัลสไปรท์ส” (Royal Sprites) have caused a sensation since their founding in 1970. It is often described as a musical laboratory where different styles fuse together. What is particularly notable is how the band has skillfully adapted international musical styles to suit the tastes of the Thai population. Her first release, the album“เจงกิสข่าน”from 1979, laid the foundation for their success in the disco genre.
The title track of this album,“เจงกิสข่าน”, was well received by fans and healed the band with popular hits like“รักสิบล้อต้องรอสิบโมง”and“สวยในซอย”from later albums. This mix of traditional Thai music, known as Luk Thung, and pop music transformed the band into a showcase of the adaptability of the Thai musical landscape.
The band's golden years
Experienced in the 1980s Royal Sprites their artistic peak with the album“หยุดโลก”, which was released in 1983 and achieved impressive sales. Her influence could also be felt in her collaboration with film productions; So they appeared, among other things, in the film“เพลงรักก้องโลก”on. These performances not only brought the band fame, but also wider exposure in the Thai folk scene.
For the Thai music In general, such influences are significant as they weave together both traditional sounds and modern elements. The band managed to make the Western style of music more accessible to Thai listeners, resulting in widespread success and inspiration for many subsequent artists.
Current reviews and new talents
To keep the memories of the band and their legacy alive, the band members appear on the show“นักผจญเพลง Replay”where they share anecdotes from their musical journey. With a modern twist, new artists like“เป้ MVL”and“สยาโม”ensure that songs that are over 50 years old are reinterpreted in new versions and continue to remain in the listeners' memory.
The show airs every Saturday at 9:30pm on ThaiPBS, and it opens a window into the rich history and heritage of Royal Sprites, which is an essential part of music history for many Thais.