Thanwa Raseetanu


Thanwa Raseetanu, was a Thai Luk thung and Phleng phuea chiwit singer from the Isan area who recorded on the RS Group label. His popular songs include Blind Hen, The rhinoceros, The gold chameleon, etc.

Early life and music career

Raseetanu was born in Si Bun Rueang District, Nongbua Lamphu Province. He had two siblings, and was the youngest son. He was educated up until primary 6. His mother died from cancer, so he worked a job for two years. His father had a new wife, so he and his siblings moved to Phetchabun Province. However, he did not get along with his father's new wife, so he eventually moved to Bangkok to pursue his career.
He worked without job selection, until he saw his friend who was a musician, so they founded Tantawan band. In 1999, Tantawan band was disbanded but he continued to make music by himself.
In 2001, he recorded first studio album, "Pae Rasi". In 2002, his second studio album "Nuk Soo Khong Mae" was released. In 2004, his third album "Wan Thee Chun Roe" was released. He gained popularity and fame from his song Blind Hen in 2006. His music began to be played in Southern Thailand, on Luk thung Mahanakhorn's Radio Station. His music also became popular on a national level.
In 2009, he signed with Thai record label Rsiam. His popular songs from Rsiam include The rhinoceros, The gold chameleon, The old frog, The buffalo, "The stupid ass", etc.

Illness and death

Thanwa tested positive for COVID-19 in August 2021 and was hospitalized that same day. On 7 September 2021, Thanwa was confirmed dead due to complications from COVID-19, becoming one of several Thai celebrities who have died from COVID-19 during the COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand.

Discography

Rsiam

  • 2009 : The gold chameleon
  • 2011 : The old frog
  • 2011 : The heart thief
  • 2013 : ''Anger or Satan?''