Chiang Mai’s biggest underground rave yet
On Saturday, January 18, 2025, Chiang Mai will host its boldest electronic music event to date: Locked in Asia, Chiang Mai Takeover. Spanning three venues across the city—Deep Green at Deejai Garden, ReD CNX, and High Score CNX—this marathon session of bass, breaks, garage, and jungle kicks off at 4:00 PM and doesn’t stop until sunrise.
From sun‑drenched grooves at Deejai Garden to dark warehouse pressure at ReD CNX, the event promises 14 hours of pure movement. And with a killer mix of UK headliners and Southeast Asian talent, the lineup is tuned for heads who know.
SHOSH and Oldboy headline the madness
UK garage legend SHOSH leads the charge. As the founder of 24hr Garage Girls and a voice of KISS FM, her sets fuse sugar‑rush energy with bass‑driven nostalgia—garage, dubstep, and rave essentials in full effect.
Joining her is Oldboy, one of London’s most respected underground selectors. A wizard of sublow frequencies, his style blends 4×4 garage, grime, and chopped breakbeats with technical finesse and raw energy. Expect deep cuts and unexpected turns, mixed with the precision of a true selector.
These two alone would be worth the trip—but Locked in Asia never stops at the top.
Stacked lineup from Asia and beyond
The rest of the bill pulls no punches. Gen‑Z, a fast‑rising DnB star out of Bristol, brings UK pressure with a jungle twist. Daisy Adams, known from Manchester’s hardest‑hitting lineups, balances smooth blends with deep selections—equal parts energy and emotion.
Then there’s Southeast Asia’s own royalty: Wai Kru, Hanoi’s king of bass, flying in with a crate full of seismic riddims. The local support is equally stacked, featuring some of the tightest DJs from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and beyond:
- Mullen
- Tony Macaroni
- Clava b2b Marchies
- Misnoma
- Enable
- Hattronix
- CMC
- Overstay b2b Straightnochaser
- Rebel Rhythm
- Hosted by MC Dynamix
Expect surprise B2Bs, unannounced appearances, and enough bassweight to keep the city vibrating for days.
Three venues, three unique energies
Each stage offers a different mood—and every one is essential.
Deep Green at Deejai Garden
The day party kicks off under the trees at Deejai Garden, one of Chiang Mai’s most loved green spaces. Tucked just off Nimmanhaemin Road, this open‑air garden stage will host laid‑back house and UKG grooves as the sun sets. It’s the perfect intro—tropical, vibey, and completely immersed in nature. Grab a Chang, feel the bass ripple through the leaves, and ease into the madness ahead.
ReD CNX
When the sun drops, ReD CNX takes over. Known for its raw interior and razor‑sharp sound system, this is the spot for high‑BPM destruction. Expect SHOSH, Oldboy, Gen‑Z, and the heavyweight bangers here. If you want sweat on the walls, moshpit breaks, and reloads every five minutes, this is your sanctuary. Proper rave territory.
High Score CNX
Finally, High Score CNX provides the curveball. More intimate and eclectic, this venue delivers variety: grime, breaks, bassline, and curveball sets from up‑and‑coming DJs. The vibe here is always electric—and anything can happen in the early hours. The crowd gets rowdy, the music gets weird, and the energy hits different.
The rise of Locked in Asia
Since its first few throwdowns, Locked in Asia has become one of Southeast Asia’s most respected underground collectives. Rooted in inclusivity, bass culture, and serious programming, they’ve been instrumental in linking Thailand’s rising scene with heavyweights from the UK and Europe.
They don’t do cookie‑cutter festivals. They curate raves that feel like family: unpredictable, genre‑fluid, and always laser‑focused on energy. This Chiang Mai edition is their boldest move yet—and it’s got the potential to reshape the Thai scene.
Tickets and tiers—get them while they last
In proper DIY fashion, ticket prices are refreshingly fair—with options for everyone depending on how hard you want to go. But don’t sleep—early birds are almost gone.
- After Party Only: 200 THB
- All‑Day Early Bird: 300 THB (Only 10 available!)
- All‑Day Normal: 400 THB
- All‑Day Door Price: 500 THB
- Day Party Only: 300 THB
Grab your tickets now via Megatix—this one will sell out.
Why this matters for Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai’s music scene is already bubbling with creativity—but this event puts it firmly on the map. With Locked in Asia bridging UK and SEA scenes, the city becomes more than just a backpacker hub—it becomes a new bass capital in the region.
Expect heads flying in from Bangkok, Saigon, KL, and beyond. locals to be out in full force.
Expect a moment that redefines what nightlife in the north can be.
Connected culture across the region
This takeover doesn’t happen in isolation. It builds on a rising wave of Asian bass culture: warehouse raves in Saigon, dubstep in Hanoi, UKG nights in Bangkok. And now, Chiang Mai gets its spotlight.
As the Southeast Asian underground continues to grow, events like this show it’s not just a moment—it’s a movement. Locked in Asia isn’t just watching it happen—they’re leading it.
For more on the regional rise, check stndby.tv’s coverage of Mad Cool Festival, Madrid’s biggest festival and The Ting Tings—Home Lands Loud to get a feel for how global sounds meet local roots.
Final words on Locked in Asia, Chiang Mai Takeover
If you’re into electronic music, this isn’t just another night out—it’s a milestone for the region’s underground. Locked in Asia is setting the pace, and Chiang Mai is ready. Three venues, zero filler, and a lineup that respects the craft.
Grab your ticket, plan your route, and bring your stamina. This takeover is going to be legendary.
