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 70’s psychedelia of West Africa, all through the lens of modern soulful production. 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.
Her latest release “Si Chomphu” has been in the Top 40 chart of Cat Radio’s (Thailand) and KCRW’s (LA). She also has the opportunity to perform at a variety of festivals, including the CHANEL Summer Tour 2024, the New York Winter Jazz Festival (2025), and the Montreal International Jazz Festival (2022,2024). Working with both local Thais as well as Canadian musicians, Salin is bringing together elements of East and West in the form of her second full-length album, “Rammana”.
Name:
Salin
Genre:
Afro Thai Funk
# of Albums:
2
Latest Album:
Rammana
Latest Single:
“Painted lady”
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
Clyde Stubblefield
Favourite musician now:
Questlove
Guilty pleasure song:
Hot in Here – Nelly – the beat is so sick!
Live show ritual:
I do breathwork, followed by a little meditation and then some warm-up rudiments on a pillow.
Favourite local musician:
Max Sansalone
EP or LP?
LP
Early bird or night owl?
Both! I love afternoon naps.
Road or studio?
Studio, definitely XD
Any shows or albums coming up?
We’re planning a summer tour in June/July and October.
Where can we follow you?
Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Website
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Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
Pumpui!
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
Fullum, so calm 😀 Marie-Anne is nice too.
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
Parc La Fontaine is so nice. I love any parc with a large body of water in the middle.
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
Place des arts – Outside stages in the summer months – nothing better than dancing outside. In door – La Maison Symphonique. It sounds marvellous there.
What is your favourite music store in your city?
Le 180g – with a terrace outside.
