Palmy


Eve Pancharoen, well known by her stage name Palmy, is a Thai pop singer of Belgian and Mon descents who has recorded and released several albums including concert DVDs on the GMM Grammy label beginning with her self-titled solo debut, Palmy, in 2001. Palmy has explored a variety of popular music styles on each of her four solo albums, and has collaborated with the Thai ska band T-Bone to create experimental renditions of her hits Though her solo recording was Beautiful Ride in 2006, she has continued to perform live with T-Bone, and has appeared as a guest vocalist at other concerts and music festivals. She is primarily successful in Asian countries, but she has also performed in Australia and the UK.

Biography

Early years

Palmy was born Eve Pancharoen on 7 August 1981 to a Thai of Mon descendant mother and a Belgian father. She was raised for 12 years in Bangkok and then moved to Sydney, Australia for five years. Palmy returned to Bangkok when she was 18 years old. Palmy became interested in music while she was studying her primary level at Pra Mae Marie – a Catholic school- in Bangkok. She was selected as a guitarist of music band of the school for two years. After moving to Sydney, Palmy attended Holy Cross College to study music and art. Palmy used singing as a medium to practice her English at that time. Palmy also took singing lessons at Australian Institute of Music to improve her singing skills. She was a solo singer for school graduation concert with her close friend playing classical piano at her school's church. It was surprising for those attending the concert and they convinced that she should have a career in music industry. Palmy realized that she was passionate about music and that she wanted to become a professional singer.

Return to Thailand

Palmy returned to Thailand with a determination to be a professional singer. She went for an audition at GMM Grammy. With her unique talent, Palmy signed the contract with GMM Grammy in 2000. Palmy released her first album 'Palmy' in December 2001 which made a total hit. Palmy became a well-known artist in a very short time from her first released single 'Yak Rong Dang Dang'. It was Palmy's official start in Thai music industry. Her tracks top many music charts. With this enormous success beyond expectation, Palmy had her first concert organized by GMM Grammy on 7 April 2002.

Music career

Besides her achievements of the three solo albums, Palmy has performed in several occasions overseas such as Japan, Korea, Singapore, England and Australia. Palmy was the only Thai artist performing at MTV's Asia Awards 2003 in Singapore. Palmy also held 2 big concerts in Japan: Palmy's first Live in Japan at Shibuya O-East, Tokyo on 10 June 2004 and Palmy Live in Tokyo Vol. 2 on 13 November 2006. Palmy also performed at RHB Singapore Cup Final at Singapore National Stadium and again in Singapore, she performed at Euphoria 2004 in the same event as Michael Learns to Rock and All4One. In addition, Palmy was chosen as the only Thai artist performing at "Asia Song Festival" at the Olympics Park, Seoul Korea. She held 'Palmy Live Concert in London 2006 at Indigo O2 Arena and in 2007, Palmy performed Palmy's First Live at Sydney Concert at The Metro Theatre.

Awards

''Palmy''

The music from her self-titled debut album, Palmy was released on 21 December 2001.
The album contains ten songs :-
  1. "Yark rong dang dang"
  2. "Yoo tor dai reu plow"
  3. "Paed mong chao wan ang kan"
  4. "Kao leum"
  5. "Tob tuan"
  6. "Klua"
  7. "Peun tee suan tua"
  8. "San sa bai"
  9. "Fah song chan ma"
  10. "Fan dee kae mai kee keun"

    ''Stay''

"Her second album, Stay, was released on 29 July 2003. On this album, she has a guest artist, Jug Chawin Chitsomboon, who wrote and played the acoustic guitar in the song "Stay".
The ten songs on this album are:-
  1. "Tam pen mai tak"
  2. "Pood mai tem pak"
  3. "Trid sa dee"
  4. "Chuay ma rub chan tee"
  5. "Ched ta na"
  6. "Kra dod keun fah"
  7. "Prung née art mai mee chan"
  8. "Kor pai kon diaw"
  9. "Ni tan"
  10. "Stay"

    ''Beautiful Ride''

The third album, 3 years after the second one, was released on 6 June 2006. After struggling with the old production team, Palmy had a new production team and spent almost 2 years to produce the album.
The ten songs on the album are:-
  1. "Tick Tock"
  2. "Ooh!"
  3. "Kwam cheb puad"
  4. "Rong hai ngai ngai kab ruang derm derm"
  5. "Mai mee kam cham kad kwam"
  6. "Chak kan trong née"
  7. "Kun chae tee hai pai"
  8. "Ploy"
  9. "Mai mee krai chok rai ta lod"
  10. "Neung na tee"

    ''Palmy meets T-bone''

This album is a cooperation of Palmy and T-bone, a Thai reggae band.
The twelve songs on the album are:-
  1. "Tick Tock"
  2. "Ooh!"
  3. Stay
  4. "Kwam cheb puad"
  5. "Kun chae tee hai pai"
  6. "Klua"
  7. "Tob tuan"
  8. "Pood mai tem pak"
  9. "Prung née art mai mee chan"
  10. "Rong hai ngai ngai kab ruang derm derm"
  11. "Yark rong dang dang"
  12. "Yoo tor dai reu plow"

    ''Palmy 5''

Palmy 5, her fourth album, was released on 9 December 2011.
The ten songs on the album are:-
  1. "Rockstar syndrome"
  2. "Ka Ka Ka"
  3. "Kid mark"
  4. "Shy boy"
  5. "Crush feat. Erlend Øye" Erlend Øye"
  6. "Cry Cry Cry"
  7. "Toong see dum"
  8. "Nalika reun kao"
  9. "Butterfly"
  10. "Private sky "

    ''New Single (2018-2019)''

  11. Nuad
  12. Mae-Giew
  13. Son-Klin
  14. Kid-Tueng
  15. Doung-Jai

    Concerts

Palmy's Life Concert

This is the first concert in her life, her debut. After her tracks were the no.1 on so many music charts, the tickets were sold out within an hour. The concert was at Thammasat university auditorium at Tha-prachan campus on 7 April 2002.
Under the concept Palmy's life, After the concert, she became such a trend-setter. Palmy had a big influence on lifestyle, clothes, songs for fans.

Stay with Me

After her 2-year pause, she came back and had her second concert at Impact Arena. Most songs played in this concert were from her second album.
The name of this concert means she was still in music industry.

Palmy in the Candle Light Concert

A romantic concert under hundreds candles' light, she was the most artistically beautiful artist of the era. It took place at Vachirabenchatat Park. This concert was in May in the same year with the Stay with Me concert and she invited 'Pu Anchalee Jongkadeekij' – one of the greatest Thai rock artists in the '90s – as her guest.

The Rhythm of the Times

This concert was held at the IMPACT Arena, 11,000 seating capacity concert hall, located in Bangkok, Thailand on 5 August 2006. Special guests included T-Bone and Sena-Hoi.

Palmy Meets T-Bone in Flower Power Concert

Held in the smaller and more intimate Moon Star Studio located in Bangkok, Thailand on 2 and 3 June in 2007, Palmy with T-bone performed remixed versions of her popular songs putting a unique reggae and ska. Palmy also delivered a standout performance with her cover of "Leaving on a Jet Plane" by John Denver. Special guest, Peter Corp Dyrendal, appeared to perform a song with T-Bone and Palmy.

Palmy Ka Ka Ka Concert

After been on the break for the last 5 years. She is back showing her Album concert and she invited special guest that she invited to sing one of the songs in the album Erlend Øye, Hugo and Sena Hoi take place at Impact Arena on January 28 and 29, 2012

Palmy performing with others

Palmy is not often seen in general public events. However, she chooses to perform with selected artists she admires.

Micro's 'Put the Right Hand in the Right Concert (คอนเสิร์ตตำนานมือขวา)

This concert of Micro – a famous rock band – was held at Impact Arena, Bangkok on 12–14 December 2003. Palmy was also a featured guest.

Bird Son Bird Sek Concert (คอนเสิร์ตเบิร์ดซนเบิร์ดเสก)

Thongchai McIntyre or Bird Thongchai is all-time Thai pop singer along with Seksan Sukpimai, rock & roll singer and songwriter held their concert for special album on 5–6 June 2004 at Impact Arena. Palmy was also a guest performing in this concert.

Hug Siaw Concert (คอนเสิร์ตฮักเสี่ยว)

A country song artist, Poo Pongsit Kumpee, invited Palmy to his concert held at the Main Auditorium, Thammasat University, Tha-Prachan on 22 November 2008.

Groove My Dog Unplugged Concert

Palmy performed with Moderndog – the famous Thai alternative band – and Groove Riders – the famous disco band, on 26 December 2008 at Thunder Dome Muang Thong Thani.

Touch Me Concert

Neung Jakkawal Saothongyuttithum, one of the top pianists in Thailand, also invited Palmy to perform in his concert on 15 August 2009 at Indoor Stadium, Hua Mak.

Moderndog 5-3-15 Concert

Palmy was invited as a guest for the alternative band, Moderndog's 15-year anniversary concert on 2–3 October 2009.

Asa Sanook Encore Plus Concert

Palmy was invited as a guest for Bird Thongchai McIntyre, for his Asa Sanook Encore Plus Concert, in August 2011.

Hugo Under City Lights Concert

Palmy was invited as a guest for Hugo, for his Under City Lights Concert, in October 2015. She performed "Hailstorms", "Ring of Fire" in duet with Hugo, and "Wake Alone" solo.