Mhee Noi
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Mhee Noi are a Thai
indie
punk rock band from Bangkok
, formed in 2004. They have released five singles
on myspace
and play live.
decided to promote the songs he wrote and do something completely new and different.
In 2004, he formed a band called Dek-Lek project with other 4 members: Noob, Vivorn, Atom, Yingyod to participate in a music contest at their school. However the result was unsuccessful because such rude words in their songs were unacceptable.
In 2005, Noob and Ling decided to change their style of music to Rock with two new members, Vee and Joe. They then decided to change the name of the band to Anti-All and participated in their school's Music contest again while Atom left to formed the new band with Petch, his friend called Geub Jazz.
In 2006, Noob went to United States
for study aboard. Due to his departure, the band split.
Ling continued to accumulate musical knowledge and experience from his previous band, spending time improving his musical skills and his song-writing ability.
That same year, Geub Jazz surprisingly by awarded first prize in their music school contest while Petch was treated in sanatorium
for mental illness
.
and Thai society so he formed a new band consisting of Ling, Atom, Petch and himself. They wrote 'severe' songs full of sarcasm and irony reflecting the reality of Thai society. This band, therefore, is called Mhee Noi.
" the song is about the corruption in Thai Police Society, and then followed by a popular song named "Wat Pantip" which has been greatly criticized controversy because of its inappropriate meaning about the Bhikkhu
in bad behaviour.
"Vegetarian" is the song about the terrorism
on Southeast Asia
may refer to Islamic terrorism.
The next single, "Land of Shit" presented about vandalism
, Poverty
, Political corruption
, The Riots from the P.A.D.
and the NUFDA
all happened in Thailand.
all of those songs are so critical that Mhee Noi has undoubtedly been blamed for their unacceptable song and disgrace to mainstream.
In November, In Fat Festival 7, Mhee Noi combined Wat Pantip into album named Mind The Gap, containing various songs from different independent artists and this album has been available on the internet for free downloads in a name, My Ass Hurts, But My Hua-Jai Loves It.
Thailand
Thailand , officially the Kingdom of Thailand , formerly known as Siam , is a country located at the centre of the Indochina peninsula and Southeast Asia. It is bordered to the north by Burma and Laos, to the east by Laos and Cambodia, to the south by the Gulf of Thailand and Malaysia, and to the...
indie
Indie (music)
In music, independent music, often shortened to indie music or "indie" is a term used to describe independence from major commercial record labels or their subsidiaries, and an autonomous, Do-It-Yourself approach to recording and publishing....
punk rock band from Bangkok
Bangkok
Bangkok is the capital and largest urban area city in Thailand. It is known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon or simply Krung Thep , meaning "city of angels." The full name of Bangkok is Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahintharayutthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom...
, formed in 2004. They have released five singles
Single (music)
In music, a single or record single is a type of release, typically a recording of fewer tracks than an LP or a CD. This can be released for sale to the public in a variety of different formats. In most cases, the single is a song that is released separately from an album, but it can still appear...
on myspace
Myspace
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and play live.
Early career
Before becoming one of the members of Mhee Noi, LingLing
Ling may refer to:*-ling, an English diminutive suffix*Ling , a traditional Chinese medicine concept of shamanic power and spirituality*Ling County, in Shandong, China*Ling, the legendary Kingdom, ruled by king Gesar, in Mongol-Tibetan myth...
decided to promote the songs he wrote and do something completely new and different.
In 2004, he formed a band called Dek-Lek project with other 4 members: Noob, Vivorn, Atom, Yingyod to participate in a music contest at their school. However the result was unsuccessful because such rude words in their songs were unacceptable.
In 2005, Noob and Ling decided to change their style of music to Rock with two new members, Vee and Joe. They then decided to change the name of the band to Anti-All and participated in their school's Music contest again while Atom left to formed the new band with Petch, his friend called Geub Jazz.
In 2006, Noob went to United States
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
for study aboard. Due to his departure, the band split.
Ling continued to accumulate musical knowledge and experience from his previous band, spending time improving his musical skills and his song-writing ability.
That same year, Geub Jazz surprisingly by awarded first prize in their music school contest while Petch was treated in sanatorium
Sanatorium
A sanatorium is a medical facility for long-term illness, most typically associated with treatment of tuberculosis before antibiotics...
for mental illness
Mental illness
A mental disorder or mental illness is a psychological or behavioral pattern generally associated with subjective distress or disability that occurs in an individual, and which is not a part of normal development or culture. Such a disorder may consist of a combination of affective, behavioural,...
.
Reunion, Formed Mhee Noi
In 2007, Noob returned to Thailand. He came up with the idea to write songs critiquing the Culture of ThailandCulture of Thailand
The Culture of Thailand incorporates cultural beliefs and characteristics indigenous to the area known as modern day Thailand coupled with much influence from ancient India, China, Cambodia, along with the neighbouring pre-historic cultures of Southeast Asia...
and Thai society so he formed a new band consisting of Ling, Atom, Petch and himself. They wrote 'severe' songs full of sarcasm and irony reflecting the reality of Thai society. This band, therefore, is called Mhee Noi.
Controversies on songs and public
In April 2007, Mhee Noi first released their songs in myspace.com. The first song released was the song named "Diet CokeDiet Coke
Diet Coke is a sugar-free soft drink produced and distributed by The Coca-Cola Company. It was first introduced in the United States on August 9, 1982, as the first new brand since 1886 to use the Coca-Cola trademark...
" the song is about the corruption in Thai Police Society, and then followed by a popular song named "Wat Pantip" which has been greatly criticized controversy because of its inappropriate meaning about the Bhikkhu
Bhikkhu
A Bhikkhu or Bhikṣu is an ordained male Buddhist monastic. A female monastic is called a Bhikkhuni Nepali: ). The life of Bhikkhus and Bhikkhunis is governed by a set of rules called the patimokkha within the vinaya's framework of monastic discipline...
in bad behaviour.
"Vegetarian" is the song about the terrorism
Terrorism
Terrorism is the systematic use of terror, especially as a means of coercion. In the international community, however, terrorism has no universally agreed, legally binding, criminal law definition...
on Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia, South-East Asia, South East Asia or Southeastern Asia is a subregion of Asia, consisting of the countries that are geographically south of China, east of India, west of New Guinea and north of Australia. The region lies on the intersection of geological plates, with heavy seismic...
may refer to Islamic terrorism.
The next single, "Land of Shit" presented about vandalism
Vandalism
Vandalism is the behaviour attributed originally to the Vandals, by the Romans, in respect of culture: ruthless destruction or spoiling of anything beautiful or venerable...
, Poverty
Poverty
Poverty is the lack of a certain amount of material possessions or money. Absolute poverty or destitution is inability to afford basic human needs, which commonly includes clean and fresh water, nutrition, health care, education, clothing and shelter. About 1.7 billion people are estimated to live...
, Political corruption
Political corruption
Political corruption is the use of legislated powers by government officials for illegitimate private gain. Misuse of government power for other purposes, such as repression of political opponents and general police brutality, is not considered political corruption. Neither are illegal acts by...
, The Riots from the P.A.D.
People's Alliance for Democracy
The People's Alliance for Democracy also called the National Liberation Alliance - กลุ่มพันธมิตรกู้ชาติ, Thai Patriots Network or the Yellow Shirts - เสื้อเหลือง - was originally a coalition of protesters against Thaksin Shinawatra, the former Prime Minister of Thailand. Its leaders include...
and the NUFDA
National United Front of Democracy Against Dictatorship
The United Front for Democracy Against Dictatorship , whose supporters are commonly called "Red Shirts", is a political pressure group opposed to the People's Alliance for Democracy , the 2006 Thai military coup, and supporters of the coup. Notable UDD leaders include Jatuporn Prompan, Nattawut...
all happened in Thailand.
all of those songs are so critical that Mhee Noi has undoubtedly been blamed for their unacceptable song and disgrace to mainstream.
Present
Without concerning with any critical comment on their songs, Mhee Noi has still been making mainstream friendly songs as well as severity like always in order to satisfy themselves and the listeners such songs as "Nerd", "Mirror".In November, In Fat Festival 7, Mhee Noi combined Wat Pantip into album named Mind The Gap, containing various songs from different independent artists and this album has been available on the internet for free downloads in a name, My Ass Hurts, But My Hua-Jai Loves It.
Members
- Petch — guitar, backing vocals (2004–present)
- Ling — vocals, guitar (2004–present)
- Atom — vocals, bass (2004–present)
Singles
- 1. Diet Coke
(April 11, 2007) - 2. Wat Pantip
(April 24, 2007) - 3. Nerd
(May 17, 2007) - 4. Mirror
(June 7, 2007) - 5. Vegetarian
(July 1, 2007) - 6. Land of Shit
(September 22, 2007)