The Thai entertainment scene got a welcome boost this past week with news that bars, clubs and pubs will reopen from June 1, albeit with a closing time of midnight. The government also announced that the lifting of restrictions would apply to 31 provinces that have successfully controlled potential outbreaks of Covid-19, with the other 46 provinces still under Covid-based surveillance and restrictions.

Summer festivals are being held in many countries this year after a two-year hiatus and many record companies have resumed normal(ish) operations with the result that there are plenty of exciting new releases for you to consider for some summer fun.