artLIVE – On August 26, at Saigon Central Post Office, the first stop of the Saigon art LINE bus, singer-songwriter VP BAVUONG gave a surprise performance and shared insights about his new art project.
artLIVE chose Saigon Central Post Office as the venue for artLIVE x VP BAVUONG | The First Journey of Saigon art LINE because it is one of the city’s most iconic and beloved landmarks. With its distinctive architecture and nostalgic charm, the post office is the perfect destination for those who appreciate beautiful design, want to send a postcard, write a handwritten letter, or simply relive the memories of a bygone era.
artLIVE x VP BAVUONG | The first journey of Saigon art LINE
Saigon Central Post Office (District 1, Ho Chi Minh City) served as the first stop for the Saigon art LINE bus, a journey organized by artLIVE Magazine & Events, marking the beginning of a long-term collaboration between VP BAVUONG and artLIVE.
The eye-catching bus offered 1,000 free servings of Nitro Cold Brew Tonic and 500 bottles of Fentimans soda to participants in fun mini-games. At the same time, lively music performances entertained the crowd. The event drew the attention of young locals and tourists.
VP BAVUONG’s 1st Live Session
That evening, singer VP BAVUONG made a surprise appearance at Saigon Central Post Office (District 1, Ho Chi Minh City), delivering a powerful performance for Saigon art LINE participants. He performed three songs from his new album, works he has written and nurtured over the past three years. While Quái showcased his fiery rock spirit and distinctive style, S.O.S and Trăng Thư revealed his inner struggles with identity and the impossibility of pleasing everyone.
VP BAVUONG is also the first artist to host a live session from morning to night at Saigon Central Post Office, offering thousands of free drinks to the public.
VP BAVUONG is known for his bold, distinctive image and as a promising talent who left a lasting impression on audiences as a standout contestant in The Debut 2018 and The Heroes 2021. Beyond singing and songwriting, he is skilled in dance, playing musical instruments, music production, and even visual arts.
In his music, VP BAVUONG weaves metaphors that reflect human psychology and the lives of today’s youth. Infused with his signature rebellious spirit, his songs radiate a fighting energy that champions messages of love and freedom. Beyond his artistry, VP BAVUONG has actively contributed to society through years of charitable work. Most recently, on August 15, he became a companion of the non-profit project Draw Your Dream, dedicated to improving the lives and education of disadvantaged children and young patients across the country.
VP BAVUONG is set to release his album W.O.L.F 1: Why Me? Find me! — kicking off with a live session in front of Saigon Central Post Office. The album, a project he has nurtured since 2020, comes after more than three years of planning and preparation. W.O.L.F 1 features eight original tracks and a special recording sharing the project’s message. Every song was written and produced by VP BAVUONG himself. The album explores a variety of genres, from pop, rock, and R&B to EDM, hip-hop, and future bass, designed to take listeners on an emotional journey from introspection to a burst of positive energy. VP BAVUONG also revealed that the album cover was hand-drawn by him using sketch pens, correction pens, and acrylic paint, with intricate raised textures crafted by hand.
The eight tracks in W.O.L.F 1 are like individual puzzle pieces that, when brought together, form a complete story. Listening to W.O.L.F 1 feels like walking through an art gallery, at times leisurely, at times hurried, with contrasting rhythms that mirror the ebb and flow of emotion. In the end, it all comes together in a moment of realization, answering “Why me? Find me!” with a message: Be free to be yourself, and never forget to love who you are.
The live session in front of Saigon Central Post Office on August 26 marked the start of the project. From now until the end of 2023, VP BAVUONG and W.O.L.F 1 will bring audiences a series of events and musical releases, including MVs and digital singles each month. With W.O.L.F 1, the public will see VP BAVUONG not just as a singer-songwriter, but as a true artist. Beyond live sessions, music videos, and lyric videos, he will also host a solo exhibition at an art space in District 1 (Ho Chi Minh City) at the end of September, and a full showcase of all eight tracks from the album, delivered with his signature edgy style, for Halloween this year. Everything VP BAVUONG has prepared underscores his artistic path: one that extends beyond music, built on meticulous and long-term plans.
Right after the live session, Quái – the first MV of the W.O.L.F 1 journey – will be released at 8 PM on August 28 across all digital music platforms.
