About Luk thung
Luk thung is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of phleng Thai sakon.
Among the best-known names in the style are Pumpuang Duangjan, Jintara Poonlarp, Monkhaen Kaenkoon, Mike Phiromphorn, Chalermpol Malakham and Suraphol Sombatcharoen.
From Wikipedia
Luk thung (Thai: ลูกทุ่ง, pronounced [lûːk tʰûŋ], lit. 'child (of the) field') is a genre of Thai music that emerged after World War II in the central region of Thailand. The genre was derived from phleng Thai sakon, and developed in the early-20th century. Suphan Buri in particular became the center of luk thung music, producing many major artists, including Suraphol Sombatcharoen, and Pumpuang Duangjan. The genre has been prominently popularized in the northeastern region, having from its beginnings drawn upon northeastern mor lam musical traditions and the northeastern Isan language.
Luk thung songs consist of poetic lyrics that often reflect the rural lifestyle, cultural traits and social patterns in Thailand. The songs
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Luk thung.
Key artists
- Pumpuang Duangjan
- Jintara Poonlarp
- Monkhaen Kaenkoon
- Mike Phiromphorn
- Chalermpol Malakham
- Suraphol Sombatcharoen
- Pornsak Songsaeng
- Yodrak Salakjai
- Siriporn Ampaipong
- Phai Phongsathon
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Luk thung?
Luk thung is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of phleng Thai sakon.
Who are famous Luk thung artists?
Pumpuang Duangjan, Jintara Poonlarp, Monkhaen Kaenkoon, Mike Phiromphorn, Chalermpol Malakham and Suraphol Sombatcharoen.