Baramey Unplugged: Cambodian Superstars in Concert

*This event is sold out.*

Doors open at 2 PM. Ticketholder entry is only guaranteed until 2:50 PM. Any unclaimed spots will be released to guests with rush numbers. If you do not have a ticket, please enter the rush lotto starting at 12 PM. Winning numbers will be called at 2:40 PM and are valid for the winner plus one guest. Rush guests will be given access to the performance if space becomes available. 

All museum visitors are invited to a live listening party on the East West Bank Art Terrace to hear the performance in real time. 

Meet the pop and hip-hop superstars propelling modern Cambodian music onto the global stage, including the artists behind Cambodia’s top two most-streamed songs of all time. Catch this exclusive performance at the Asian Art Museum by five Khmer artists who have revolutionized their nation’s music industry and are now taking Cambodian music global. 

1:30–2:30 PM | Meet and Greet – Exclusive Member Benefit* (Art Terrace) 

3–4 PM | Performance (Samsung Hall) and Live Listening Party (East West Bank Art Terrace)

4–4:30 PM |  Mingle with the artists (East West Bank Art Terrace)

Please note: this performance requires a special event ticket (includes general museum admission).

This event is standing room only with reserved seating for seniors and persons with disabilities. 

*Please be prepared to show your Membership card for Meet and Greet entry.

About the Performers

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  VannDa

  Sihanoukville-born hip-hop superstar VannDa has changed Cambodian music forever with his ability to seamlessly weave Khmer and English into anthems that echo from tuk-tuks to music festivals worldwide. VannDa’s YouTube audience has grown to 4.75 million subscribers, cementing his place as Cambodia’s most dominant music star; his 2021 hit “Time to Rise” featuring Master Kong Nay is the highest-streamed song in Cambodian YouTube history. In 2024, he solidified his position as Cambodia’s greatest music export with an unprecedented appearance as the first-ever Southeast Asian artist to perform at the Closing Ceremony of the Paris Olympics. 

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  Vanthan

  Vanthan Ly, professionally known as Vanthan, is a pioneering singer, songwriter, producer, and instrumentalist recognized as one of Cambodia’s most gifted musical virtuosos. Vanthan has played an integral role in two of the biggest songs in modern Cambodian music: “Time to Rise” (VannDa ft. Master Kong Nay), the most streamed song in Cambodian history, and his own massive hit, “Khmer Gentlemen / Komlors Srok Khmer.“ He has become a global ambassador for Cambodian music and is widely celebrated as one of the kings of Cambodian New Year music, delivering annual anthems that have become traditions for fans across the country.  

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  Norith

  Norith is a singer, dancer, and rapper who moves with versatility across genres from dance music to comedy. Beyond the music, his charming, sarcastic, and effortlessly cool personality has made him Cambodia’s local king of love songs. With a major project in the works and a high-profile regional collaboration on the horizon, Norith is pushing his sound beyond Cambodia’s borders. 

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  YuuHai

  YuuHai burst onto the Cambodian rap scene by dominating and winning the first season of “The Rapper Cambodia,” where his lyricism, skill, and undeniable presence quickly made him a fan favorite. His viral success on the show set the stage for an explosive career, and since signing with Baramey Production, he has consistently delivered hit after hit. YuuHai is currently working on his debut album. 

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  Suzana

  Suzana Reth has been a beloved figure in Cambodian music since the age of 16, when she became a semi-finalist on “The Voice Cambodia.” In 2024, she signed with Baramey Production to embark on a new chapter, embracing her songwriting, soulful expression, and fearless artistry. With the release of “UNBROKEN (Satrey Serey),” she made a powerful statement on women’s empowerment while marking a personal milestone — her first-ever music video shot at Angkor Wat, a historic moment in her distinguished career. 2025 marks her international debut at Sabaidee Fest in Los Angeles, bringing her voice and artistry to a global audience for the first time. 

About the Presenters

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  Organized By: Sabaidee Fest

  Sabaidee Fest is the largest Southeast Asian music and cultural festival in the United States, highlighting the vibrant and diverse cultures of Southeast Asia through an electic mix of music, art, food, and fashion. True to the spirit of “sabaidee” — a greeting that embodies well-being and enjoying the moment — Sabaidee Fest is all about celebrating life, community, and culture. 

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  Presented By: Baramey Production

  Baramey Production is a Cambodian entertainment company founded in 2016 by Laura Mam and Thida Buth Mam. Serving as a bridge from Cambodia to the world, Baramey nurtures Khmer art and produces artists and campaigns that shift culture. 
   

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  Sponsored By: EMPIRE

  Founded in 2010 by Bay Area native Ghazi, EMPIRE is a San Francisco-based company focusing on early-stage artist development. EMPIRE has been instrumental in identifying future icons and launching the careers of multi-platinum and award-winning artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Fireboy DML, Shaboozey, Asake, XXXTentacion, and Anderson.Paak.