Biography

Vanthan Ly, or professionally known as Vanthan, is a multi talented Cambodian singer/songwriter/producer/instrumentalist. He is one of Cambodia’s musical virtuosos: a unique talent who can play over 28 instruments including all of Cambodia’s classical instruments such as the Roneath, the Kloy, Kum, Japey, etc. He got his start in music officially in 2001 first mastering Cambodian cultural instruments. In 2009, he went to France to continue his musical career studying production and music theory. As a part of Phare, the world famous Cambodian circus troupe based out of Battambang, he traveled around the world from 2003-2015 performing, further developing his live performance chops and exposing himself to new influences. Vanthan recently debuted as a solo artist with Baramey Production following his national recognition as the instrumentalist behind the massive hit “Time to Rise” by VannDa feat Master Kong Nay as well as his show-stopping performance at the ASEAN music showcase 2021.