Keep loving Ammy

The Bottom Blues’ singer goes solo

By Tatat Bunnag
Photographs are courtesy of White Music

Singer-songwriter Chaiamorn Kaewwiboonpan (Ammy) became an instant celebrity heart-throb when he formed the pop group The Bottom Blues with three friends in 2010. The band signed with Grammy’s Sanamluang Music label, releasing a number of hit singles such as “12345 I Love You,” “Hoo Wee Hoo” and “Pra Aek (Hero),” all inspired by 60’s pop music. But after two moderately successful albums, the group announced they were calling it quits in 2013.

Now the 27-year-old singer has returned as a solo artist, yet has still kept the name The Bottom Blues. Released on the White Music label, Ammy The Bottom Blues’ debut solo single “Kep Rak (Keep Love)” is a sad piano ballad about missing a loved one that showcases Ammy's mature charm.

Student Weekly recently caught up with Ammy and asked him all about the song and his new chapter as a solo artist.

Student Weekly: Are you surprised that the video for “Kep Rak (Keep Love)” already has five million views on YouTube?

Ammy: It’s quite a surprise. I didn’t expect this much good feedback because I haven’t released my own music for a few years. I wasn’t sure if people were still waiting to hear my songs.

Student Weekly: What have you been doing since the band broke up?

Ammy: I’ve been making music most of the time. I went to New York last year for a few months to get some new inspiration, and to hand my demo to music labels over there. I came back and did a side project with Nick from Part Time Musicians, called Ammy Nick And You. I also wrote the song “You You You” for Earth Patravee.

Student Weekly: Can you tell us more about “Keep Love”?

Ammy: It’s a new writing style that I’ve never tried before. I used simple and straightforward words instead of trying to be poetic like in the Bottom Blues songs. It’s a break-up song asking the other person to keep my love with her for a little while, because I’m not ready to take it back yet.

Student Weekly: Do you normally write songs on piano?

Ammy: No, this is literally my first attempt at playing piano. I had this melody in my head and I thought the song should sound good on piano, so I learned how to play. This could be my first and only song that I’ll write on a piano.

Student Weekly: Was it difficult to film the music video in so many locations?

Ammy: The concept of the video is to take this mini piano to different places to collect some old memories. That’s why the video is in black and white. It took a couple of days to film and it was a tough, especially for the staff who had to carry the piano and move it around all day, so big thanks to them!

Student Weekly: Do you prefer being solo or being in a band?

Ammy: I’m quite enjoying being a solo artist. It’s a great challenge to write lyrics for yourself which are meaningful.

Student Weekly: What can your fans expect in the future?

Ammy: I’ve written a bunch of new songs but I probably won’t release anything until next year. I’m hoping that my fans will enjoy “Keep Love” until then. I’m also doing a promotional tour at the moment, visiting radio and TV shows. I’ll be playing some concerts before the end of the year.

 

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