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[terak69]

katabeachbum, on 2011-07-19 10:55:37, said:

snamos, on 2011-07-18 17:59:03, said:

Well there is a real lack of entertainment this side of the island...might be the opening for a smart lad. Id like to see a good live music venue. Or a decent sports bar

a good live music venue with draft beer and JackD in Kata, I would spend more than 10k baht a month for sure

People have tried 'live music' venues and all the put on is Colin Hill, most people that frequent that type of venue have heard him to death. The problem with Rawai/Nai Harn is national - lack of tourists. Even Patong is quiet, but there are crowds there and if a bar has a few bodies inside it creates and atmosphere which encourages more people into the bar. Again, not enough numbers in Rawai/Nai Harn, which is a shame cos there are some good bars there.

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[snamos]

terak69, on 2011-07-19 11:12:56, said:

People have tried 'live music' venues and all the put on is Colin Hill, most people that frequent that type of venue have heard him to death. The problem with Rawai/Nai Harn is national - lack of tourists. Even Patong is quiet, but there are crowds there and if a bar has a few bodies inside it creates and atmosphere which encourages more people into the bar. Again, not enough numbers in Rawai/Nai Harn, which is a shame cos there are some good bars there.

It doesnt matter if there are tourists or not there are plenty of expats, for a mid size venue the difference between a good night and a bad night can be 50 customers, I dont think its that big an ask for someone with time and a bit of dash (i dont have the time ), if they could get a regular gig with a half decent band 3 nights a week it would be great...put it this way if I had "the green man" it would be a perfect venue and Im sure they arent over run with customers at the moment. The Filipino bands down at Patong go allright....its just a shame they are so far away.

[terak69]

snamos, on 2011-07-19 16:26:08, said:

terak69, on 2011-07-19 11:12:56, said:

People have tried 'live music' venues and all the put on is Colin Hill, most people that frequent that type of venue have heard him to death. The problem with Rawai/Nai Harn is national - lack of tourists. Even Patong is quiet, but there are crowds there and if a bar has a few bodies inside it creates and atmosphere which encourages more people into the bar. Again, not enough numbers in Rawai/Nai Harn, which is a shame cos there are some good bars there.

It doesnt matter if there are tourists or not there are plenty of expats, for a mid size venue the difference between a good night and a bad night can be 50 customers, I dont think its that big an ask for someone with time and a bit of dash (i dont have the time ), if they could get a regular gig with a half decent band 3 nights a week it would be great...put it this way if I had "the green man" it would be a perfect venue and Im sure they arent over run with customers at the moment. The Filipino bands down at Patong go allright....its just a shame they are so far away.

Sorry - I should of said people instead of tourists

I agree a change is as good as a rest and different type of music could be good, but if a bar finds a good angle then all the rest follow and it becomes too saturated again. Is freebird bar (inside)  still having a Thai band every night ?

Hope I do not offend any one with my comments

[Chainsaw]

Yes, the Thai band play the Freebird (inside) every night.

[katabeachbum]

terak69, on 2011-07-19 11:12:56, said:

katabeachbum, on 2011-07-19 10:55:37, said:

a good live music venue with draft beer and JackD in Kata, I would spend more than 10k baht a month for sure

People have tried 'live music' venues and all the put on is Colin Hill, most people that frequent that type of venue have heard him to death. The problem with Rawai/Nai Harn is national - lack of tourists. Even Patong is quiet, but there are crowds there and if a bar has a few bodies inside it creates and atmosphere which encourages more people into the bar. Again, not enough numbers in Rawai/Nai Harn, which is a shame cos there are some good bars there.

plenty of live music in Kata. Looking for GOOD live music, Thai or foreign music and artists

Until then, I guess I will continue passing one of the surrounding mountains a couple of nights a week

[HDRIDER]

I remember when groove doctors played in Joo Kool every Thursday, very good dont know why it stopped,, maybe because we came on our loud Harleys  

[Chainsaw]

HDRIDER, on 2011-07-20 08:00:18, said:

I remember when groove doctors played in Joo Kool every Thursday, very good dont know why it stopped,, maybe because we came on our loud Harleys  

The bikers stopped coming when the new GM decided to make it a non-smoking venue and as I recall, none of the bikes had straight through pipes.

[HDRIDER]

Chainsaw, on 2011-07-20 08:07:32, said:

HDRIDER, on 2011-07-20 08:00:18, said:

I remember when groove doctors played in Joo Kool every Thursday, very good dont know why it stopped,, maybe because we came on our loud Harleys  

The bikers stopped coming when the new GM decided to make it a non-smoking venue and as I recall, none of the bikes had straight through pipes.

yes we had, 3 of us

[bubblegum]

Chainsaw, on 2011-07-19 16:53:20, said:

Yes, the Thai band play the Freebird (inside) every night.

Correction, they do NOT have the Thai band playing anymore. Nothing is on at the moment.

[KarenBravo]

bubblegum, on 2011-07-20 11:27:47, said:

Chainsaw, on 2011-07-19 16:53:20, said:

Yes, the Thai band play the Freebird (inside) every night.

Correction, they do NOT have the Thai band playing anymore. Nothing is on at the moment.

I believe the place is up for sale.

[KarenBravo]

Best bar for meeting new people and socializing is the Sh'bang bar in Chalong.

[evanson]

HDRIDER, on 2011-07-20 08:00:18, said:

I remember when groove doctors played in Joo Kool every Thursday, very good dont know why it stopped,, maybe because we came on our loud Harleys  

Ooooo, get you you man you LOL.

[grumpyoldman]

Asia Bar Rawaii this Friday night, will have some live music, should be good.

[snamos]

KarenBravo, on 2011-07-20 15:54:33, said:

Best bar for meeting new people and socializing is the Sh'bang bar in Chalong.

yep i dont mind "gorgeous guy's" company at all...good host and good bloke! I dont spend enough time there.

[KarenBravo]

He's getting married on the 29th. Would really like to be there, but, I'll be working offshore, unfortunately.

[stuandchris]

KarenBravo, on 2011-07-20 15:54:33, said:

Best bar for meeting new people and socializing is the Sh'bang bar in Chalong.

Really?

[KarenBravo]

stuandchris, on 2011-07-20 22:04:35, said:

KarenBravo, on 2011-07-20 15:54:33, said:

Best bar for meeting new people and socializing is the Sh'bang bar in Chalong.

Really?

Yes....really.
There is no loud music and anyone that comes in is greeted by the owner and customers and included in the conversation.
Weird, I know.......but, it's true.

[taxin]

Anyone care to offer an update on bars in Rawai/Naiharn area ?  Will be spending a bit of time there over the next few months.

With the high season almost upon us, maybe something new has popped up ?

Although not looking for a wife I would prefer something with a few female staff at hand.

Dont like Kata, its too much like Patong in the high season, nowhere to park the car !

[snamos]

I was down at Chalong pier road last night...it was heaving

[barka]

snamos, on 2011-11-23 07:20:03, said:

I was down at Chalong pier road last night...it was heaving

REALLY?  mostly girls and staff not many punters spending money..they now have 50 bars from the top of the road to the light house area,and less punters.dont add up,watch them close and wait for new renters.......only one winner,the owners who rent them out...if you want to lose money get yourself a bar[unless you are lucky and can sell it...]

[snamos]

Yeah mostly girls and staff...just the way i like it

[taxin]

snamos, on 2011-11-23 17:58:26, said:

Yeah mostly girls and staff...just the way i like it

Sounds just as I like it too.  Was more looking towards Rawai/Naiharn, but might have to take a look.

I do recall there was a decent size car park round the corner, will have to try it.

[goober]

This bar looks like a winner.

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[BanglaMayor]

Seems all like the Nai Harn cluster just off of Rawai Beach.  Prettyh much things are quite till  night but the is a hub of day time punting and all the acrutments that need to be in place for daylight hours sanook....   Corner Bar, Asia Bar, and Jasmine Bar at the lower Sai Yuan Vises (Wished Vichet, up to your map).  Corner is the more quiet of the three with it a toss up between Asia and Jasamine.

Yes, there a maidens in waiting (lurking) etc.