Suraphon Sombatjalern

• Active: '60s
• Genres: World
• Instrument: Vocals

Biography

Prior to his murder in 1967, Suraphon Sombatjalern was Thailand's leading country singer, specializing in Luk Thung music. His first single, "Nam Da Sow Vienne," garnered him great recognition. A noted lover, it is generally believed that a jilted mistress paid to have him killed. ~ Leon Jackson, All Music Guide