About Futon
www.xfuton.com
www.myspace.com/ilovefuton
Emerging from the sleazy capital of the Orient, Bangkok-based Futon are a band that defy definition and confront the South East Asian pop stereotype with reckless abandon. One of the names you’ll definitely recognize in Futon’s international lineup is Simon Gilbert, the ex-drummer of Suede. Comprising of Gene & Oh (both Thai), Momoko (Japanese), Bee, David and Simon (all UK), the band are a heady combination of Western decadence and South East Asian sultriness.
Futon tied the knot on the dance floor of Bangkok's hottest club night, Rehab, where like minds and hedonists gather to hear the latest electro tunes from London, New York and Tokyo.
Futon was the opening band for Avril Lavigne’s concert in Thailand, and also participated in 2005’s MTV Asia Aid after-party. Their music videos are on high rotation on MTV Thailand, MTV Asia, and Channel V.
What the Press Say
‘Futon are a Bangkok-based band who spend their time playing electronic music and looking excruciatingly cool. In 2005 the band were joined by Simon Gilbert, who used to play drums with Suede (yes, Suede- I told you these guys were cool!)’ - BBC
‘Punked-up electro with a rock n’ roll attitude’ What’s On, London
‘A head-on car crash between Asian and European pop culture’ MTV Magazine
‘It’s not everyday you run into a band that feels as close to being on the cusp of exploding as Futon.’ Metro, Bangkok
‘A world-class dance group.’ Observer Music Monthly, UK
‘Of all the styles of Thai pop, this is by far the most alluring.’ Observer Music Monthly, UK
About Force Vomit
www.forcevomit.com
www.myspace.com/forcevomit
Force Vomit started in late 1993 when four night-shift taxi drivers decided to take musical matters into their own hands and start their own band. They have had many line-up changes and messy misadventures since then but having been around for more than a decade, there are no doubt that these talented musicians are here to stay.
Bar None Rock Affair
featuring Futon & Force Vomit
Date: Sunday 21 May 2006
Time: Doors open at 7pm, showtime at 9pm
Venue: Bar None, Singapore Marriott Hotel, 320 Orchard Road, Singapore 238865
1st drink charge: S$15.00 (inclusive of 1 drink)
Website: www.barnoneasia.com
Bucket of 5 Tiger beers for S$30.00
*Priority queue and waiver of 1st drink charge for HSBC credit cardholders and 1 accompanying guest*
Of course, I'm sure not everyone voted but I guess we can sort of imagine..
