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SALIN is a Thai-born, Canada-based drummer, Juno nominated producer and composer. Her current music explores the enchanting sounds of Northeast Thailand and marries it with the 70s psychedelia of West Africa, all through the lens of modern soulful productionln 2021 she released her debut album Cosmic Island with which she had the opportunity to perform at a variety of festivals, including the beloved Montreal International Jazz Festival.The following year, Salin traveled to Northeastern Thailand where the local culture, music and instruments sparked an idea for her next project: to bridge elements of traditional Thai instruments and Isan music with the rhythm and groove of Soul/ Funk and 70s West African Afrobeat. Working with both local Thai as well as Canadian musicians, Salin is bringing together elements of East and West in the form of her second full-length album, set to be released in Q1 of 2025.In 2023, Salin, in the role of producer, was tasked by female Haitian duo Bel s Summer Tour in Bangkok in Summer 2024.Through her music, Salin ponders themes of identity, spirituality, and humanity (all paired with a dose of fun) to create a unique sonic journey for her listeners. She divides her time between her Canada-based studio and stages across the globe.
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SPACE is a live music hall and recording studio in Evanston, Ill., established in 2008.
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Salin Biography
Salin Cheewapansri, simply known as Salin, is a Thai-born, Canadian-based drummer, producer, and composer. From her humble beginnings playing drums on the streets, she worked her way to working with many top artists Canada has to offer. ln 2021, she released her debut album which lead her to performed at numerous festivals, including Montreal International Jazz Festivals.
In 2022, Salin traveled to Northeastern Thailand, to a region called “Isan”, in which the local’s music scene became a source of inspiration for a new sound, bridging elements of traditional Thai instruments with the rhythm and groove of Soul/ Funk and 70’s West African psychedelia. Working with both local Thai as well as Canadian musicians, Salin is bringing together elements of East and West in the form of her second full-length album, set to be released in 2024.
Through her music, she ponders themes of identity, spirituality, and humanity (all paired with a dose of fun) to create a unique sonic journey for her listeners.
Read MoreIn 2022, Salin traveled to Northeastern Thailand, to a region called “Isan”, in which the local’s music scene became a source of inspiration for a new sound, bridging elements of traditional Thai instruments with the rhythm and groove of Soul/ Funk and 70’s West African psychedelia. Working with both local Thai as well as Canadian musicians, Salin is bringing together elements of East and West in the form of her second full-length album, set to be released in 2024.
Through her music, she ponders themes of identity, spirituality, and humanity (all paired with a dose of fun) to create a unique sonic journey for her listeners.
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