Lots of click bait titles are what you need. Mainly titles about how cheap things are, or plenty of travel videos around Thailand with titles like "Stay here for 10 dollars a night"
The Thai girls tying food idea is golden. Food reaction videos! OMBuddha. One video a month! Worthy of Channel. Why do you think music reaction videos do so well although most are terrible? The translator, the reactor, and you, the protagonist. It's almost Shakespearean. On trial, Indian food, cultural bias, and maybe an unseasoned stomach's and colon's reaction also. (Follow up videos on digestibility? Less ratings but content to fill dead weeks.)
Go your own way is best and more interesting to many of us. The bargirl/bar walkabouts are saturated for sure. Interesting discussion on your history and the algorithm complexities. Yes, I think the thumbnail photo, title, drawing people in is important. Yes I saw you making breakfast in a video. Good one Have thought about getting a Gopro or DJI and trying the walk and talk. Editing sounds like a lot of work is my excuse. 5555
This is all filmed with a GoPro. When I film in my neighborhood, the edits are pretty quick. I use silence detection to make the first cut. What you don’t see is me stumbling on my words a lot. There’s some cuts there for sure. I also try to keep the background noise low. So when cars and motorbikes ride by, I usually shut up but their loud enough I can’t use the silence detection to delete those moments.
Hi pete, I think it would be more interesting if on your walks you wrote at the bottom of the video which street you are walking on, so you know where you are,
That’s a cool idea! Most of my videos are in my my neighborhood and they’re just named Kasetsin 1, 2, 3, 4… I know I watched a lot of videos before moving here trying to get my head around how the city was payed out. I started shootings a guide to Pratumnak that hopefully I’ll get back to soon. Thanks for the suggestion… I’ll see what I can do.
@@connylundqvist3018 prat 5 is a cool spot. A lovely walk to Jomtien from there. A great cheap burger place called Mama Burger/ I Love Burger there too!
Not sure if it would help with TH-cam's algorithm... but Google Search Console has a TH-cam channel that posts vids on how to optimize your content for Google's search algorithm. Google puts TH-cam videos at the very top of their search results page. Could build out a second stream of traffic for you.
And I'm 5 days in Pattaya now and loving it man! Went to the Rock Factory last night and the band killed it! One band.... and they covered Comfortably Numb AND Slayer Reign in Fire. And sounded great for both of them!
I think that people are interested in what it is really like to move to Thailand. Most of the things to do for tourists are covered by everyone. But finding ingredients to cook, Baht bus routes, and general things you need to know when you are living around Pattaya are what I really want to watch ;) Keep up the great work Pete ;)
Thank you 🙏🏼 It’s always something I think about. On this adventure I continue to learn what that all includes though. It’s probably going to be another video topic at some point.
Caramel coffee!!!??? Got to experience that for sure. i love that their "vegan" breakfast seems to include eggs. (so, vegan like i am i guess.) Okay, i love the montages. Love any video/images of what it looks like there so, as far as I'm concerned, keep 'em coming. Oh, vegan or not, the breakfast looks DELICIOUS!! Maybe that's because i haven't eaten anything today yet but i think i would like it anyway. Put it on the list. Thanks for the videos.
The coffee is amazing! I found a restaurant in Cambodia that had vegan in the name and they served meats so… m not sure what that word means out here lol
Such a good question. There’s none really around where I go but there’s small stands all over selling gas in old whiskey bottles. It’s crazy! I’ll go a month without seeing a real gas station. The actual gas stations are up on the busiest connecting roads away from the beaches.
Just make videos on what you find interesting, edit as much as you enjoy and just take youtube as it comes. As for the b-roll, its good for talking over, rather than just having bland music.
I have my youtube because I have nothing better to do so I record me play games and upload to youtube. That's everyday life of me : play game , surf internet , watch movie , listen to music.
Hello Pete. Greetings from Rome. Regarding your question to include b-roll content in your videos --> I would vote = yes. I like their artistic value and how it mixes up your content. I never speed through or skip your b-roll content. I did not even know what b-roll content was until I met you and you took the time to explain the b-roll content to me. Interestingly, I was able to reflect and identify that I enjoy TH-cam bloggers who use b-roll content in a strategic and artistic way --> more than TH-cam bloggers who don't - as I find those who don't to be more boring, and with their voice just droning on and on and on....the lack of b-roll content leads to less exciting and interesting content.
Thanks for the thoughtful reply my friend. I too tend to prefer vloggers that edit artistically. I enjoy hearing the music they choose as it usually sets a mood, and that’s how I try to use it myself. Looking forward to your return 🙏🏼
Hey Pete, great video. A thought about the "upticks" past your B-roll segments. It might be your bookmarks/time codes. Even though FB and TubeBuddy says to put them, I found that if I put too many, people will skip ahead and it cuts down on actual watch time. Maybe give it a test and reduce how many you're using then see what happens. Maybe we can grab a coffee when I'm back there in September.
You’re most likely right and I’ve thought about that too. Those upticks were all the start of a new segment. I’ll try messing with those in some videos and see what happens. Interestingly, they have seemed to help increase the view percentage at the end Ben with the skipping but that could also just be the video content. I’d live to grab a coffee! 🙏🏼 ☕️ 🇹🇭
What I enjoyed about your channel is you started from the first day you arrived in Thailand. I continue to watch to learn more about Thailand and living in the areas you have selected.
At the very, very end of your video theres a shot of the beach and it looks like several hammocks hanging in the trees. Do you know if those are peoples personal hammocks or are they set up for anyone wandering along to hop in and grab a siesta?
Hi Pete, I am very happy you are sticking with it, you are a good guy and your vids are worth watching (I have been with you from the start), yes the B roll is annoying lol, but your content is good not overproduced like others are. Stay just as you are from one geek to another. I really hope to meet you one day when I can get to Pattaya, best wishes to ya mate, Chris from Queensland Australia
Your channel is great Pete you deserve the success and I think your channel will grow and grow over time. Just keep being your self mate I think that's what most people like is just your honest and humble self. See U in a couple of weeks time mate
My Bangkok knowledge is non existent. I haven’t spent a single night there but, I’m in my third city in Japan currently and each place I just google “best areas to stay in…” Then I pick one that seems to fit me. I know Bangkok has a ton of variety. I have a friend that stays in an older artsy area that historically has been of lower quality but is now more gentrified, hip and younger. He loves it. Then there’s the various party areas… I think there’s a couple that are by far the most popular. Then there’s the more local areas and probably some more “cultural” areas with museums and such. The one thing that I do know is that if you want to go around Bangkok, stay close to a rail station. I’d guess anywhere central would be.
@@davidmonroe2979 I live in Pratumnak just south of Pattaya. Most of my videos are filmed in my neighborhood walking around but this one was filmed further south in Jomtien.
The channel monetized months ago and usually makes $5-20 a month lol I haven’t taken a payment yet (just letting it collect) but it made $60 last month because of my big 6 month retroactive.
That’s great work mate keep it up, we are moving to Thailand in January, we have been 4 times & we are currently selling up due to the crisis here, we let the uk ride the wave while we move out to Thailand for the near future. We are thinking about starting a TH-cam page ourself to document the whole journey
@@rustycongaming8602 if I could go back in time… I would’ve started filming in the states before I moved. Even if it was just b-roll to use here when I talk about the states.
It's about you! Don't forget that! You could be in Timbuktu and I still would follow you. It's not the B-roll behind you or flashing across the screen that makes me watch, I am more concerned that your back is solid and you found pizza to help your stomach. What's going on at The Smoker's Garden and D&D in Thailand. People that are complete strangers to you will feel the same.
You have a very refreshing and honest take on the whole TH-cam venture. I appreciate that you do what you want to do and don’t come across as scripted or fake. You seem very genuine and I find that motivating.
Thank you. I started all this for my friends and family in the states. Even if I wanted to be fake (and I definitely don’t) i wouldn’t be able to get away with it. Whats been surprising to me is how open I’ve been on here. For a somewhat quiet introvert I would’ve never expected it.
@@peteonretreat2023 my husband and I have been watching your channel and we both think you are very natural and at ease in front of the camera. Ironically, I am an extrovert and that’s the one thing that has been a struggle for me is being a natural in front of the camera. But this video, it was very encouraging and motivating. And we will continue to follow your adventures!
@@texasseoulrebel Aw, thank you so much 🙏🏼 I just subbed to your channel and look forward to giving it a good look in a bit. I’m in Japan currently and it’s brutally hot outside (35c/95f) so after lunch I’m going to cool down at the hotel a bit, charge my batteries (biological and GoPro lol) and see what your channel is about. Have a wonderful day or night wherever you may be 🙏🏼😊🇹🇭🇯🇵
@@peteonretreat2023 sounds great! We were in Korea in April and thought about also doing Japan but not enough time. ☹️ I hear Japan is amazing! Thank you for subscribing and look forward to more of your videos as well!
It’s good that you’re not letting TH-cam algorithms drive you too crazy! Interesting about Indian food avoidance! What are their fears/concerns? What foreign cuisines do Thais seem to enjoy the most? What are the biggest differences between Thai vs US culture? What’s surprised you the most about living abroad?🤓
From what I’ve heard the smell and the look of Indian food just scared them the most. I think the most accepted western food is fried chicken. Many Thais love their KFC here! Biggest cultural difference is probably saving face. It’s incredibly important in the thai culture and is reflected on nearly everything they do and say. My biggest surprise was just how much western food is around in Pattaya. I shouldn’t have been surprised because of its huge tourist and expat numbers but I really expected to be mostly eating Thai food living here. It probably only makes up 40-50% of my diet.
I'm curious about the music scene, a 5yr elite visa breaks down to 4500$/yr could a musician use that visa to earn a living there giging? Is western music cover bands a thing there?
I’m not sure if you can work on an elite visa but maybe. You still need a work permit I’d assume. People get them, even musicians but I don’t know anything about it all.
@@peteonretreat2023 the elite visa allows one to work I'm more curious your thoughts on the overall scene, is there lots of opportunities in bars for cover type bands or do they play more thai style music?
@@jayboog5000good to know and my bad… I was tired and thinking “country” music for western music. There’s lots of bars with western bands (mostly top 40 and classic rock with some hip hop too and hard rock/metal too) Many of them are mostly Thai musicians but I’ve seen mixed bands too. No idea the demand or their pay… pay in Thailand is pretty low because it reflects the cost of living. Accredited English teachers with foreign degrees for example make $900-1200 a month here.
@@jayboog5000 it turns out the elite visa does not allow you to work. It is classified as a tourist visa and tourist visas are very clear that you can not work on them. You also can only hold 1 visa at a time but it appears that if you have an elite visa and then you get a work visa, the elite visa gets paused (so you don’t lose all the money you spent on it) Here’s the official embassy page. Scroll down to “Thai Elite Visa and Working Permits” www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-visa/thailand-elite-visa-frequently-asked-questions#:~:text=Visas%20gained%20through%20the%20Thai,or%20obtain%20a%20work%20permit.
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Justbe yourself Pete, you have an awesome temperament and a natural presence. An easy watch.
Thank you. That’s definitely the plan for me.
You will go through another dry spell again, be prepared
Oh I’m sure. A big video gives you a push for awhile and then it slumps. If you keep doing it the peaks and valleys just get higher.
Thumbs up 👍 Pete
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Lots of click bait titles are what you need. Mainly titles about how cheap things are, or plenty of travel videos around Thailand with titles like "Stay here for 10 dollars a night"
The Thai girls tying food idea is golden. Food reaction videos! OMBuddha. One video a month! Worthy of Channel. Why do you think music reaction videos do so well although most are terrible? The translator, the reactor, and you, the protagonist. It's almost Shakespearean. On trial, Indian food, cultural bias, and maybe an unseasoned stomach's and colon's reaction also. (Follow up videos on digestibility? Less ratings but content to fill dead weeks.)
I think the video came out well too, excited to see how it does!
Go your own way is best and more interesting to many of us. The bargirl/bar walkabouts are saturated for sure. Interesting discussion on your history and the algorithm complexities. Yes, I think the thumbnail photo, title, drawing people in is important. Yes I saw you making breakfast in a video. Good one
Have thought about getting a Gopro or DJI and trying the walk and talk. Editing sounds like a lot of work is my excuse. 5555
This is all filmed with a GoPro. When I film in my neighborhood, the edits are pretty quick. I use silence detection to make the first cut. What you don’t see is me stumbling on my words a lot. There’s some cuts there for sure. I also try to keep the background noise low. So when cars and motorbikes ride by, I usually shut up but their loud enough I can’t use the silence detection to delete those moments.
Hi pete, I think it would be more interesting if on your walks you wrote at the bottom of the video which street you are walking on, so you know where you are,
That’s a cool idea! Most of my videos are in my my neighborhood and they’re just named Kasetsin 1, 2, 3, 4…
I know I watched a lot of videos before moving here trying to get my head around how the city was payed out. I started shootings a guide to Pratumnak that hopefully I’ll get back to soon. Thanks for the suggestion… I’ll see what I can do.
@@peteonretreat2023 1-5 august i live in pratumnak soi 5, so your videos got me interested in this field
@@connylundqvist3018 prat 5 is a cool spot. A lovely walk to Jomtien from there. A great cheap burger place called Mama Burger/ I Love Burger there too!
You finally tried it! That coffee is amazing!
It’s soooo good. I can’t go there and not get them now.
You spelled because and viewers wrong
I’d say 80% of my videos have typos in the captions. It’s been a running joke for the entire year 😂
i wish i was there rn too man xD
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Not sure if it would help with TH-cam's algorithm... but Google Search Console has a TH-cam channel that posts vids on how to optimize your content for Google's search algorithm. Google puts TH-cam videos at the very top of their search results page. Could build out a second stream of traffic for you.
And I'm 5 days in Pattaya now and loving it man! Went to the Rock Factory last night and the band killed it! One band.... and they covered Comfortably Numb AND Slayer Reign in Fire. And sounded great for both of them!
Awesome!! I love the variety. I’ll definitely check into google when I get back. See you next week!
Hi, a video of your international drivers testing experience would be interesting 👮🏼♀️
I’ll definitely cover that when I do it. A buddy of mine in the condo has failed the text multiple times… definitely worthy of a video! 🙏🏼
Hi Pete, ... we love how you present your videos. We really like your open straight talking style... :)
Thank you so much 🙏🏼
It’s really interesting hearing the different feedback.
I think that people are interested in what it is really like to move to Thailand. Most of the things to do for tourists are covered by everyone. But finding ingredients to cook, Baht bus routes, and general things you need to know when you are living around Pattaya are what I really want to watch ;) Keep up the great work Pete ;)
Many thanks 🙏🏼
Public Restrooms?
Mostly along the beaches and around the night markets… 5 baht to use.
love the OG intro music. Can't wait to see the Japan footage!
I thought this was a great video to bring back that OG theme… it’s awesome you recognized it!
It sounds like you’ve been thoughtful about what matters to you. That’s great!
Thank you 🙏🏼
It’s always something I think about. On this adventure I continue to learn what that all includes though. It’s probably going to be another video topic at some point.
Great channel
Many thanks 🙏🏼 😊🇹🇭
That breakfast!, I need to go there next trip to Jomtien.
I love Peine! They have a really large breakfast menu and I don’t know any other place in town with that healthy style approach.
I like the down to earth, straight-talking vlogs, like yours. Are you doing The Pattaya Marathon, next week end?
I hadn’t heard of it. I fly back from Japan on Saturday and need to get back into life there so probably not.
Hey Pete, great content on your Chanel. The montages you add are pretty cool. Keep having fun. 👍😎
Thank you 🙏🏼
Dude, your vids are great. No need to edit them. Cheers.
Thank you 🙏🏼 😊🇹🇭
Caramel coffee!!!??? Got to experience that for sure. i love that their "vegan" breakfast seems to include eggs. (so, vegan like i am i guess.) Okay, i love the montages. Love any video/images of what it looks like there so, as far as I'm concerned, keep 'em coming. Oh, vegan or not, the breakfast looks DELICIOUS!! Maybe that's because i haven't eaten anything today yet but i think i would like it anyway. Put it on the list. Thanks for the videos.
The coffee is amazing! I found a restaurant in Cambodia that had vegan in the name and they served meats so… m not sure what that word means out here lol
Gas stations?
Such a good question. There’s none really around where I go but there’s small stands all over selling gas in old whiskey bottles. It’s crazy! I’ll go a month without seeing a real gas station. The actual gas stations are up on the busiest connecting roads away from the beaches.
Just make videos on what you find interesting, edit as much as you enjoy and just take youtube as it comes. As for the b-roll, its good for talking over, rather than just having bland music.
Thanks for the advice and feedback.
I have my youtube because I have nothing better to do so I record me play games and upload to youtube. That's everyday life of me : play game , surf internet , watch movie , listen to music.
Not a bad life it sounds like
Hello Pete.
Greetings from Rome.
Regarding your question to include b-roll content in your videos --> I would vote = yes.
I like their artistic value and how it mixes up your content. I never speed through or skip your b-roll content.
I did not even know what b-roll content was until I met you and you took the time to explain the b-roll content to me.
Interestingly, I was able to reflect and identify that I enjoy TH-cam bloggers who use b-roll content in a strategic and artistic way --> more than TH-cam bloggers who don't - as I find those who don't to be more boring, and with their voice just droning on and on and on....the lack of b-roll content leads to less exciting and interesting content.
Thanks for the thoughtful reply my friend. I too tend to prefer vloggers that edit artistically. I enjoy hearing the music they choose as it usually sets a mood, and that’s how I try to use it myself. Looking forward to your return 🙏🏼
Hey Pete, great video. A thought about the "upticks" past your B-roll segments. It might be your bookmarks/time codes. Even though FB and TubeBuddy says to put them, I found that if I put too many, people will skip ahead and it cuts down on actual watch time. Maybe give it a test and reduce how many you're using then see what happens. Maybe we can grab a coffee when I'm back there in September.
You’re most likely right and I’ve thought about that too. Those upticks were all the start of a new segment. I’ll try messing with those in some videos and see what happens. Interestingly, they have seemed to help increase the view percentage at the end Ben with the skipping but that could also just be the video content. I’d live to grab a coffee! 🙏🏼 ☕️ 🇹🇭
What I enjoyed about your channel is you started from the first day you arrived in Thailand. I continue to watch to learn more about Thailand and living in the areas you have selected.
Thanks for sharing that. I’m so glad I turned in my camera that first day!
Ok Pete 👍
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At the very, very end of your video theres a shot of the beach and it looks like several hammocks hanging in the trees. Do you know if those are peoples personal hammocks or are they set up for anyone wandering along to hop in and grab a siesta?
From what I’ve seen most of the hammocks are brought by people and tied up I believe…
Hi Pete, I am very happy you are sticking with it, you are a good guy and your vids are worth watching (I have been with you from the start), yes the B roll is annoying lol, but your content is good not overproduced like others are. Stay just as you are from one geek to another. I really hope to meet you one day when I can get to Pattaya, best wishes to ya mate, Chris from Queensland Australia
Thanks Chris. I’ll try to keep the annoying b-rolls to a minimum lol
@@peteonretreat2023 All good Pete, I appreciate the reply and hope you have a great day, cheers mate
Your channel is great Pete you deserve the success and I think your channel will grow and grow over time. Just keep being your self mate I think that's what most people like is just your honest and humble self. See U in a couple of weeks time mate
Thanks grim 🙏🏼
See you soon and glad you’re coming out!
I'm thinking about coming to Thailand in about a month. No set plans made yet. I will start off in Bangkok. Where should I stay for the first week?
My Bangkok knowledge is non existent. I haven’t spent a single night there but, I’m in my third city in Japan currently and each place I just google “best areas to stay in…” Then I pick one that seems to fit me. I know Bangkok has a ton of variety. I have a friend that stays in an older artsy area that historically has been of lower quality but is now more gentrified, hip and younger. He loves it. Then there’s the various party areas… I think there’s a couple that are by far the most popular. Then there’s the more local areas and probably some more “cultural” areas with museums and such. The one thing that I do know is that if you want to go around Bangkok, stay close to a rail station. I’d guess anywhere central would be.
Where do you stay when in Thailand?
@@davidmonroe2979 I live in Pratumnak just south of Pattaya. Most of my videos are filmed in my neighborhood walking around but this one was filmed further south in Jomtien.
Hi Pete, have you started earning money on TH-cam yet? Would love to know
The channel monetized months ago and usually makes $5-20 a month lol
I haven’t taken a payment yet (just letting it collect) but it made $60 last month because of my big 6 month retroactive.
That’s great work mate keep it up, we are moving to Thailand in January, we have been 4 times & we are currently selling up due to the crisis here, we let the uk ride the wave while we move out to Thailand for the near future. We are thinking about starting a TH-cam page ourself to document the whole journey
@@rustycongaming8602 if I could go back in time… I would’ve started filming in the states before I moved. Even if it was just b-roll to use here when I talk about the states.
@@peteonretreat2023 thank you for all
Your feed back, we will catch you next year I hope.
It's about you! Don't forget that! You could be in Timbuktu and I still would follow you. It's not the B-roll behind you or flashing across the screen that makes me watch, I am more concerned that your back is solid and you found pizza to help your stomach. What's going on at The Smoker's Garden and D&D in Thailand. People that are complete strangers to you will feel the same.
Love you brother! ❤️🙏🏼
You have a very refreshing and honest take on the whole TH-cam venture. I appreciate that you do what you want to do and don’t come across as scripted or fake. You seem very genuine and I find that motivating.
Thank you. I started all this for my friends and family in the states. Even if I wanted to be fake (and I definitely don’t) i wouldn’t be able to get away with it. Whats been surprising to me is how open I’ve been on here. For a somewhat quiet introvert I would’ve never expected it.
@@peteonretreat2023 my husband and I have been watching your channel and we both think you are very natural and at ease in front of the camera. Ironically, I am an extrovert and that’s the one thing that has been a struggle for me is being a natural in front of the camera. But this video, it was very encouraging and motivating. And we will continue to follow your adventures!
@@texasseoulrebel Aw, thank you so much 🙏🏼
I just subbed to your channel and look forward to giving it a good look in a bit. I’m in Japan currently and it’s brutally hot outside (35c/95f) so after lunch I’m going to cool down at the hotel a bit, charge my batteries (biological and GoPro lol) and see what your channel is about. Have a wonderful day or night wherever you may be 🙏🏼😊🇹🇭🇯🇵
@@peteonretreat2023 sounds great! We were in Korea in April and thought about also doing Japan but not enough time. ☹️ I hear Japan is amazing! Thank you for subscribing and look forward to more of your videos as well!
@@texasseoulrebel I’m loving Japan but definitely do not recommend it in the summer 🥵
Great information. We actually enjoy the montage with things unique to Thailand that we wouldn't see in the US. 👍
Thank you and thanks for letting me know you like those shots. I think they’re cool breaks too!
It’s good that you’re not letting TH-cam algorithms drive you too crazy!
Interesting about Indian food avoidance! What are their fears/concerns? What foreign cuisines do Thais seem to enjoy the most?
What are the biggest differences between Thai vs US culture? What’s surprised you the most about living abroad?🤓
From what I’ve heard the smell and the look of Indian food just scared them the most. I think the most accepted western food is fried chicken. Many Thais love their KFC here!
Biggest cultural difference is probably saving face. It’s incredibly important in the thai culture and is reflected on nearly everything they do and say.
My biggest surprise was just how much western food is around in Pattaya. I shouldn’t have been surprised because of its huge tourist and expat numbers but I really expected to be mostly eating Thai food living here. It probably only makes up 40-50% of my diet.
Does the Thai government consider you as employed given your youtube work?
They just changed it. The Philippines doesn't (because they consider the income derived, U.S. income)
It appears to be a weird area and I’ve just started looking into it more. Great question!
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I love watching your videos!!! Makes me want to move to Pattaya. Keep up the great work.
Thank you 🙏🏼
I'm curious about the music scene, a 5yr elite visa breaks down to 4500$/yr could a musician use that visa to earn a living there giging? Is western music cover bands a thing there?
I’m not sure if you can work on an elite visa but maybe. You still need a work permit I’d assume. People get them, even musicians but I don’t know anything about it all.
I’ve only come across one or two western bands here. Probably more in Chang Mai and Bangkok.
@@peteonretreat2023 the elite visa allows one to work I'm more curious your thoughts on the overall scene, is there lots of opportunities in bars for cover type bands or do they play more thai style music?
@@jayboog5000good to know and my bad… I was tired and thinking “country” music for western music. There’s lots of bars with western bands (mostly top 40 and classic rock with some hip hop too and hard rock/metal too) Many of them are mostly Thai musicians but I’ve seen mixed bands too. No idea the demand or their pay… pay in Thailand is pretty low because it reflects the cost of living. Accredited English teachers with foreign degrees for example make $900-1200 a month here.
@@jayboog5000 it turns out the elite visa does not allow you to work. It is classified as a tourist visa and tourist visas are very clear that you can not work on them. You also can only hold 1 visa at a time but it appears that if you have an elite visa and then you get a work visa, the elite visa gets paused (so you don’t lose all the money you spent on it)
Here’s the official embassy page. Scroll down to “Thai Elite Visa and Working Permits”
www.thaiembassy.com/thailand-visa/thailand-elite-visa-frequently-asked-questions#:~:text=Visas%20gained%20through%20the%20Thai,or%20obtain%20a%20work%20permit.